Dapto duo top Illawarra's best junior coaches
Vito Gaudiosi and Nick O'Hara from Crockers Gym have been voted Illawarra's best junior sports coaches in a massive community poll. Discover the full top 20 list and what makes these coaches special.
Vito Gaudiosi and Nick O'Hara from Crockers Gym have been voted Illawarra's best junior sports coaches in a massive community poll. Discover the full top 20 list and what makes these coaches special.
Western Australia's rising cricket star Will Malajczuk captains the Australian Under-19 team in their tour of England. Discover his journey and future prospects.
Caleb Cooper and Corey Keating launch The Boys on Veronica, a fully gluten-free cafe in Warilla responding to community demand for safe, high-quality coeliac-friendly dining options.
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.
Port Stephens Council launches a last-minute bid to host the Hunter Indoor Sports Centre as Newcastle faces community opposition. Could this resolve the stadium standoff?
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.
Meet Neave Borg, the 10-year-old Caves Beach sensation who became a national champion in both swimming and physical culture. Discover her inspiring journey to dual-sport success.
15-year-old Zoe Davies from Warilla is dominating lawn bowls, winning four gold medals at the Under-18 Nationals and challenging the sport's stereotypes. Discover her inspiring journey.
A father and son have faced ACT court accused of assaulting referees at an under-14s rugby grand final, with one official allegedly knocked unconscious. Read the latest developments.
New research reveals most Australians with autism want to play sport but face multiple barriers. Discover how Special Olympics Illawarra is leading inclusion efforts.
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.
Townsville celebrates its sporting elite at record-breaking Sportstar Awards. Discover all the winners from this prestigious community event that honours local athletic excellence.
Brazilian copper explorer Alvo Minerals rockets 178% after hitting massive sulphides just 40m below surface. Discover why this junior miner leads our ASX runners in a volatile market week.
Sky Sports UK's Halo TikTok account aimed at female sports fans was cancelled after just 3 days following widespread backlash over patronising, stereotyped content that missed the mark completely.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
11-year-old Nate May from Mandurah Baptist College has been named the Fred Hollows Foundation's WA Junior Ambassador for his community spirit and leadership. Discover his inspiring story.
Over 80 swimmers participated in Coalcliff's beach to Bombie ocean swim, celebrating Dave Winner's inspiring recovery and life-saving foundation. Discover the winners and community impact.
Geelong College announces Jessica Kelly as new Junior School Head starting Term 1 2025. Experienced educator brings fresh vision to prestigious school community.
Frustration mounts as Tuggeranong's promised twin-sheet ice sports centre remains unbuilt three years after government approval. Local MLAs and community launch petition to break the freeze.
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.
Geelong College announces Jessica Kelly as new Junior School Head starting Term 1 2025. Experienced educator brings 20+ years leadership to role.
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.
Queens Park Soccer & Social Club has secured a five-year lease at Coker Park, providing stability for its ambitious plan to regain National Premier Leagues status and continue its remarkable community resurgence.
Global beach volleyball superstars and local talent like Jana Milutinovic and Taliqua Clancey are competing in Adelaide this weekend. Don't miss the action!
Newcastle is poised to host Rugby League World Cup 2026 matches, bringing international rugby league action to McDonald Jones Stadium and economic benefits to the Hunter region.
Adelaide star Izak Rankine will miss a fiery 2026 season opener against Collingwood at the MCG, serving the final game of his suspension for a homophobic slur. The AFL fixture, aided by AI, promises a blockbuster start.
Tennis champion Novak Djokovic reveals the surprising story of how he first met his wife Jelena 20 years ago. Discover their love story and his recent injury withdrawal.
Construction of a new $3 million sporting pavilion at Abbeville Park in Mindarie is scheduled to begin in January 2025. The upgrade will benefit local football, athletics, and cricket clubs.
After reader feedback, we reveal the Illawarra Premier League legends overlooked in our original G.O.A.T. list, including Socceroos captain Mile Jedinak. Who made the cut?