A weekend of crashes in the Illawarra region saw multiple teens hospitalised and a child airlifted to Sydney. Get the latest details on the separate incidents at Minnamurra, Wollongong, and Mount Kembla.
NSW Police hold concerns for Jeffrey Berthaly, 84, missing from Albion Park, and Faith Sleight, 25, who may be in Port Kembla. Both were last seen on January 8. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
BlueScope Steel's board has firmly rejected a $13 billion takeover bid from Kerry Stokes and US partner Steel Dynamics, calling it an undervalued and opportunistic move. The tussle for Australia's largest steelmaker continues.
SGH and Steel Dynamics propose splitting BlueScope's Australian and North American operations in a $13.2bn joint takeover. BlueScope's board is evaluating the $30-a-share offer.
Wollongong activists condemn US invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of President Maduro, labelling it a war crime. They demand Australia withdraw from AUKUS and scrap plans for a Port Kembla nuclear submarine base.
Explore a fascinating year from the Illawarra Mercury's history column, featuring tales of drunken tree-chopping, fiery ships, political threats, and vintage crime. Dive into 170 years of local stories.
The Illawarra-Shoalhaven region's 2025 progress, led by Port Kembla's major rezoning, unlocks thousands of jobs in clean energy and manufacturing. Industry leaders warn the region must act now or risk losing its strongest position in a generation.
Port Kembla footballer Danika Matos is set to celebrate her 100th A-League Women's game, marking a historic moment for the region's talent. Discover the story behind this huge achievement.
A busy week in Wollongong courts saw ex-footballer Wendell Sailor arrested, Trent Merrin avoid conviction for crypto theft, and a $2.5 million embezzlement case. Read the latest local legal news.
Former Dragons player Trent Merrin has received a conditional release order after pleading guilty to stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin. The Port Kembla court heard he repaid the amount with interest. Read the full details.
UFC champion Alex Volkanovski is set to star in the 2026 Street Fighter film. The Wollongong fighter also unveiled a massive mural at his team's new state-of-the-art Port Kembla facility, where he'll train for his Sydney homecoming fight in February.
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.
Squadron Energy says its Port Kembla LNG terminal is the sole fix for the East Coast's gas crisis, set for 2028 but ready by 2027. Read how it aims to cut prices and reliance on new fields.
Former St George Illawarra Dragons forward Trent Merrin has appeared in Port Kembla court, accused of stealing $140,000 in cryptocurrency. The case adjourned for plea negotiations.
Former NRL star Trent Merrin has appeared in a NSW court, accused of stealing $140,000 in Bitcoin from a friend's account. The case adjourned until December 10.
Local trainer Kerry Parker is one win away from his 150th home-track success at Kembla Grange. His promising mare Elivina leads a strong team aiming to secure this major milestone.
Local trainer Kerry Parker is one win away from his 150th home-track success at Kembla Grange. His promising mare Elivina leads a strong team aiming to secure this major milestone. Read more.
The chilling 1954 murder of Port Kembla nightwatchman James Douglas Hawkins, shot by a teenage burglar. Read the full investigation details and trial outcome.
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.
Ciaron Maher's gelding Gringotts creates history as first dual winner of The Gong at Kembla Grange, claiming $580,000 from the $1 million prize pool. Local mare Sunrise narrowly misses in The Warra.
Relive the magic of last year's Gong race day at Kembla Grange. See the fashions, the winner, and why it was a record-breaking Spring event. Get ready for The Gong 2025!
Ciaron Maher's champion horse Gringotts is hot favourite to win The Gong at Kembla Grange, potentially securing a historic third consecutive victory for the trainer. Mitchell Beer's pop-up pub returns bigger than ever.
Expert analysis of today's Kembla Grange races featuring Write Your Own, Weeping Woman and Hurstville Zagreb as top contenders across the exciting race card.
Wollongong City Council has revealed 15 proposed heritage sites including Helensburgh gutters, a Fairy Meadow church and Port Kembla buildings. Discover the historic locations.
Tragedy strikes Port Kembla Steelworks as 24-year-old Jack McGrath dies in workplace accident. Remembered as a loyal mate who lit up every room. Read the full tribute.
A 24-year-old contractor was killed at BlueScope's Port Kembla steelworks, sparking union safety warnings and highlighting worker compensation battles in NSW.
Leading Kembla Grange trainer Luke Price confirms Our Gold Hope won't run in Saturday's $1 million The Gong, but has multiple strong contenders in support races on the marquee race day.
BlueScope's leadership addresses tragic death of young contractor Jack McGrath at Port Kembla steelworks during annual meeting, reinforcing safety commitment.
Jack McGrath, 24, died after a steel beam fell at BlueScope's Port Kembla plant. Family remembers his final 'love ya' call to his mother. Investigation underway.
A young contractor in his mid-20s died after a steel beam fell at BlueScope's Port Kembla Steelworks. Investigation underway as MPs call for workplace safety priority.