Gerringong balcony collapse injures two
A man and woman suffered serious ankle injuries after a balcony collapsed in Gerringong. Special operations paramedics treated the scene. Read the latest.
A man and woman suffered serious ankle injuries after a balcony collapsed in Gerringong. Special operations paramedics treated the scene. Read the latest.
Surf lifesavers from Austinmer to Kiama stood in silent reflection on Illawarra beaches to honour those killed in the Bondi Beach terror attack. The community joined for a National Day of Reflection.
Kiama Council has formally opposed a state push for a 14-storey tower in Akuna Street, urging the Planning Minister to refuse the plan. Read the latest on this major development clash.
Wollongong City Council has finalised a new seven-year domestic waste management contract worth over $140 million with Remondis, starting July 2027. Read the details of the deal.
A 24-year-old Shellharbour woman has died after a 'deliberate' car crash on the Sunshine Coast. Mallee Smith was one of eight pedestrians struck. The driver faces attempted murder charges.
Lynne Geoghegan has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison for embezzling nearly $2.5 million from Shellharbour Roofing Services over nine years. Read the full court details.
A 35-year-old woman suffered head and leg injuries after being struck by a Volkswagen SUV near the Shellharbour boat ramp. The driver told police he swerved to avoid a man on the road. Read the latest details.
The Illawarra airshow is back, rebranded as Wings Over Shellharbour and set for May 2026 under new organisers Paul Bennet Airshows. Get the full details on the revival.
Discover how Becky Morgan and Robert Blackburn's sandwich shop Lane on Collins became a Kiama sensation, with their chicken katsu sandwich winning community hearts. Explore their journey from private dining to local favourite.
A stunning four-bedroom Tullimbar residence, featuring a saltwater pool and covered alfresco area, is on the market. Priced from $1.495m, it's perfect for families who love to entertain.
Three sets of Illawarra siblings are making waves in A-League Men and Women competitions. Discover how local talent is transforming Australian football.
Exciting news for aviation fans! Details about the revived Wings Over Illawarra airshow will be revealed next week following AMDA Foundation's withdrawal. Stay tuned for dates and new operators.
A group of regular swimmers, including Gerringong Surf Club members, rescued a man from a dangerous rip at Werri Beach. The incident highlights growing water safety concerns.
Shocking footage reveals a terrifying near-miss as an ambulance drives into the path of Quarter Horses at Evangeline Downs. Jockeys' quick actions avert disaster. Watch the video.
Artificial intelligence cameras now monitor Kiama's dangerous rock platforms after 11 fishing deaths in 15 years. The technology alerts emergency services when someone is swept into the water.
Major planning changes are set to transform the Illawarra region with 11,000 new homes and taller buildings proposed across Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama. Discover how these developments will reshape our communities.
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud addresses concerns about proposed waste collection changes, confirming no immediate changes to bin services. Full community consultation planned.
Kiama's historic police residence faces severe deterioration with falling gutters and overgrown vegetation. Council unanimously backs motion seeking state government assistance for restoration.
Kiama Council CEO Jane Stroud warns next year's budget will be the 'hardest ever' as council works to meet state government requirements for financial recovery.
Four Albion Park residents petition Shellharbour Council for an acoustic barrier and double glazing to combat 'unhealthy' traffic noise and pollution from Ashburton Drive.
Fire and Rescue NSW inspection reveals significant safety concerns at Blue Haven aged care facility in Kiama, with exit doors requiring excessive force to open. Council to consider fire safety order.
James Grech, a Shellharbour Citizen of the Year finalist, has lost his battle to regain boxing trainer accreditation after NSW tribunal upholds decision. Read the full story.
Thousands lined the M1 to cheer the 2025 Illawarra Convoy, a massive truck procession that has raised over $27 million since 2005 for families facing life-threatening illnesses.
ATSB releases security footage showing tragic final moments of Shellharbour Airport plane crash that killed three. Investigation continues into cause.
Ross Transport wins lead position in Illawarra Convoy with $305,000 bid for Amarli's Army. The annual fundraising event supports families facing medical crises across the region.
ATSB report reveals tragic details of Shellharbour Airport crash that killed three people. The Piper Cherokee Lance reached just 50 feet before descending rapidly. Read the full investigation findings.
Emergency services responded to Kiama's Pheasant Point Drive after a man's body was discovered near the ocean pool. Police have established a crime scene as investigations continue.
Bannister Downs managing director Sue Daubney warns Australia's net zero policies could dramatically increase milk production costs, potentially pushing retail prices to $7 per litre.
New Kiama MP Katelin McInerney uses maiden speech to advocate for sustainable development with proper infrastructure, not just housing. Read her vision for the Illawarra region.
Kiama's Mayor condemns a state government move to approve a 14-storey apartment block, arguing it overrides local community planning. Read the full story.