KidsWish Christmas party brings joy to Illawarra children
Thousands of children with disability or illness celebrated at the annual KidsWish Christmas party at Symbio Wildlife Park. The Illawarra Mercury mascot joined the fun.
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Hawks Legend Saville Reveals Pressure of NBL Title Defence
Illawarra Hawks great Glen Saville opens up on the immense pressure facing the team as their NBL championship defence teeters. Can they turn it around?
Illawarra court roundup: Crypto theft, child abuse, stunts
A former Dragons star faces crypto theft charges, a man admits years of stepdaughter abuse, and reckless stunts headline a busy week in Wollongong and Port Kembla courts. Read the full wrap-up.
SA Releases New Land Plots for Mineral Exploration
The South Australian government has released 13 new land parcels for mineral exploration, boosting the state's mining sector and creating new job opportunities. Read the full details.
Body found in car outside Lake Illawarra police station
A 48-year-old woman was discovered deceased in a parked vehicle outside the Lake Illawarra police station. Police believe she may have been there for three days. A critical incident has been declared.
Mine staff bid to buy Tahmoor Coal after $427m transfer
A consortium including Tahmoor mine staff is bidding for the colliery after documents revealed a $427m asset transfer to prop up Sanjeev Gupta's other companies. Creditors decide its fate on Monday.
Spread Festive Cheer: Ways to Help in the Illawarra
Discover key ways Illawarra residents can support locals in need this Christmas, from donating hampers and gifts to volunteering at community events. Get involved and make a difference.
Bigger Copper Target Found at Chile's Llahuin Project
FMR Resources' geophysics reveals a significantly larger, untested conductive body at the Llahuin copper-gold project in Chile. New drilling is now targeting the potential high-grade core.
Wollongong Welsh Choir disbands after three decades
The Wollongong Welsh Choir will hold its last concert this December, ending a 30-year tradition due to dwindling membership and fewer Welsh migrants to the Illawarra region.
11-year mystery: Hunt for Lake Heights abductors continues
The 2014 attempted abduction of April-lee Gillen in Lake Heights remains unsolved. Police believe someone in the Illawarra community knows the identity of the two men in a black BMW SUV.
Mining Veteran Tim Goyder's $2.6m Coolgardie Bet Pays Off
Mining veteran Tim Goyder's $2.6 million investment in Coolgardie gold tenements has sparked a 500% surge for Minerals 260. Discover the strategy behind this golden run.
New SA Land Plots Released for Miners to Explore
The South Australian government has released 17 new land parcels for mineral exploration, covering over 1,700 square kilometres. Discover the key locations and what it means for the state's economy.
Viridis on track for Brazil rare earth licence approval
Viridis Mining and Minerals is set to secure its Preliminary Licence for the Colossus rare earths project in Brazil on 19 December, marking a key step for one of the West's largest deposits. Read the latest on this strategic development.
Auric Mining banks $10.8m from first WA gold run
Auric Mining's first gold campaign at its Munda mine near Widgiemooltha has generated $16.85m in sales, banking $10.82m cash. The company now plans a second run and eyes a major pit expansion. Read more.
New coeliac-safe cafe opens in Warilla
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.
Corazon's Gascoyne Gold Tenure Granted for 2026 Drilling
Corazon Mining secures key tenements for its Two Pools gold project in WA's Gascoyne, launching diamond drilling in early 2026 to verify high-grade historical hits near the Plutonic mill.
Hot Chili hits massive 529m copper-gold in Chile
Hot Chili discovers staggering 529-metre copper-gold intercept at La Verde, potentially transforming its Costa Fuego project economics and mine life in Chile's Atacama region.
Wings Over Illawarra airshow details announced next week
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.
Illawarra Christmas Lights Map 2025 Guide
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.
BHP's failed 3-day bid for Anglo American copper assets
BHP's dramatic 3-day attempt to derail Anglo American's $60B Teck merger reveals copper's strategic importance. The failed bid raises questions about mining giant's growth strategy. Read the full analysis.
Chariot starts Nigerian lithium mining for 2026 cash
Perth's Chariot Corporation begins small-scale lithium mining in Nigeria, targeting early revenues by 2026 while pursuing larger exploration. Read about Australia's African lithium push.
Alcoa drops Perth Hills bauxite drilling plans
American mining giant Alcoa has scrapped plans to drill for bauxite in the Perth Hills following significant community and environmental pressure. Discover the details.
Wiluna Mining shareholders reject Creasy's buyout bid
Wiluna Mining's major shareholders have chosen FTI Consulting's ASX relisting plan over Mark Creasy's acquisition offer, seeking to revive the gold producer. Discover the details.
Illawarra Court Roundup: Major Cases This Week
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.
Kalgoorlie housing crisis blocks $120k mining jobs
Northern Star struggles to fill $120k mining roles in Kalgoorlie as housing shortage creates worker crisis. Gold boom meets accommodation bust in WA's historic goldfields.
Horizon Minerals Cash Inflow as Gold Mining Wraps Up
Horizon Minerals nears completion of Phase 1 mining at Boorara and Phillips Find gold projects near Kalgoorlie, with significant cash distributions expected in early 2026 amid strong gold prices.
Alvo Minerals surges 178% on Brazilian copper find
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.
Auric Mining buys majority Kalgoorlie gold project
Auric Mining secures majority control of Lindsay's gold project near Kalgoorlie for just $400,000, positioning for rapid development in Western Australia's gold belt.
Police hunt three fugitives across Illawarra
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
Viridis wins US$100m Canadian finance for rare earths
Viridis Mining and Minerals secures US$100 million debt financing from Export Development Canada for its Colossus rare earths project in Brazil, marking another win for Western critical minerals supply.
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