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.
Discover the Illawarra's best Christmas light displays with the Mercury's 2025 interactive map. Register your home by Dec 10 to be included in this festive spectacle.
The Yours and Owls Festival is set for a 2026 return to Wollongong, backed by a $250,000 federal grant. Discover how this funding supports Australian artists and the local music scene.
Discover how Elizabeth Paterson and Jason Crockett travelled hundreds of kilometres to win big at The Gong Raceday's Fashions on the Field. See their stunning outfits and learn their style secrets.
Western Australia's vibrant multicultural community came together for an unforgettable weekend at Burswood Park Festival. Discover how this event showcased WA's diversity and unity.
This week in Illawarra courts featured dramatic cases including a drug syndicate member pleading guilty, a chef convicted of rape, and a murder case dismissal due to mental health. Read the full details.
The Illawarra Hotel seeks council approval for five annual street closures, expanding its popular block parties to include Anzac Day celebrations. Read about the proposed events.
Cairns Fashion Week 2024 launches with powerful displays of family heritage and cultural storytelling through fashion. Discover the emerging designers and local talent.
Western Australia's capital is hosting an unprecedented lineup of world-class sporting events, from tennis to football and cricket. Discover how Perth became the nation's sporting epicentre.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
Rising Warilla surf star Kobe Sims dominates the opening rounds of the Sydney Water Surf Series after a winter of intense training. Discover how the 16-year-old triumphed on home sand.
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.
The Wollongong and Illawarra region has secured a top 10 ranking for pet-friendliness, boasting excellent veterinary services, dog parks, and community support. Discover what makes this region a paradise for pet owners.
The Wollongong Wolves delivered a stunning 5-0 victory against Marconi Stallions but fell agonisingly short of an Australian Championship quarter-final berth. Discover how the dramatic match unfolded.
Geelong's popular Roam festival will return in 2027 after delivering a $23 million economic boost to the region. The event attracted thousands of visitors and showcased local talent.
A beautifully renovated three-bedroom villa in Bellambi, priced at $1 million, combines coastal charm with modern low-maintenance living just minutes from the beach.
The Wollongong Wolves must defeat Marconi Stallions 6-0 in their final group match to qualify for the Australian Championship finals. Can they recreate their legendary 2000 comeback?
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.
NSW Police are searching for two fugitives, Dylan Arfanis and Lee Ping, wanted for alleged domestic violence and traffic offences in the Illawarra region. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
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.
Jack Williams becomes the second member to plead guilty in Illawarra drug manufacturing operation. Court documents reveal sophisticated syndicate with promised $70,000 payments per cook.
Illawarra restaurant owners share mixed feelings as Menulog ceases Australian operations after two decades. Discover the impact on local businesses and the shift to Uber Eats and DoorDash.
Three generations of Wolves fans dream of A-League inclusion as the club battles historical factionalism and unfinished stadium promises. Can Wollongong's football heartland reclaim its national glory?
Revolutionary thermal drone study identifies three koala hotspots around Illawarra Escarpment, revealing 56 endangered marsupials in this hidden stronghold south of Sydney.
New report ranks Wollongong as a top Australian city for entrepreneurs. Discover the reality for local businesses like Harbourside Records and what makes the Illawarra region thrive.
Popular North Wollongong cafe Diggies will close for at least six months from February 2026 due to essential sea wall construction. Learn how this impacts locals and the new lease agreement.
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.
St George Illawarra Dragons will face the Penrith Panthers in the 2026 NRL Magic Round finale at Suncorp Stadium. Get the full schedule and team insights.
Witness the spectacular aurora australis that lit up Illawarra and South Coast skies on November 12. Photographers share their stunning images and tips for capturing the southern lights.
Wadi Wadi elder Aunty Heather Ball defied medical predictions to guide her Illawarra community for 20 extra years through quiet strength and compassion. Learn about her remarkable legacy.