Illawarra braces for 235mm deluge after heatwave
The Illawarra region is set for a week of intense rainfall, with up to 235mm forecast. The deluge follows a severe heatwave and comes with strong wind warnings. Stay informed.
The Illawarra region is set for a week of intense rainfall, with up to 235mm forecast. The deluge follows a severe heatwave and comes with strong wind warnings. Stay informed.
A nine-year-old girl narrowly escaped injury after a car crashed into her Baldivis home in the early hours of Sunday morning. The 27-year-old driver faces multiple charges. Read the full story.
A rock fisherman's life jacket kept him afloat in heavy seas off Kiama, highlighting its critical importance. Surf lifesavers also responded to multiple after-hours rescues on Illawarra beaches over a scorching weekend.
Explore the real Roman apartments, luxury hotels, and scenic spots featured in Emily in Paris season five. Plan your own 'la dolce vita' adventure inspired by the hit Netflix show.
Lane Cove Cricket Club's new $20,000 net lights, funded by the Toyota Good for Cricket raffle, are transforming pre-season training and community access. See how the initiative has raised $120k.
A young woman is being treated for a suspected broken leg after a leap at The Farm, Killalea, prompted a major emergency response involving police, SES, and a rescue helicopter.
A man fights for life after a Kiama beach rescue as NSW Surf Life Saving reveals seven drownings since New Year's Day. Authorities plead for water safety and self-responsibility.
Record obesity rates in the Hunter region meet new hope with GLP-1 drugs. Expert Clare Collins predicts price drops and shares vital diet tips for 2026. Read more.
A Kiama developer has successfully added a fifth level to a Surf Beach apartment complex via the Land and Environment Court, securing approval for five extra units. Read the full details and conditions.
Kiama Council greenlights 23 new rooms for Mercure Gerringong, tackling the Illawarra's critical tourist accommodation shortage. Plans include a rebrand and new facilities.
A bus and car collision in Sydney's North Ryde sent the bus careering into a medical centre. Three people were hospitalised and dozens evacuated. Investigations are ongoing.
Relive the year's most thrilling Illawarra sports stories. From the Hawks' NBL championship to local clubs ending decades-long droughts, discover the moments that defined 2025. Read the full countdown now.
Australia's biggest KFC operator, Collins Foods, explains the factors driving the fried chicken boom, from menu innovation to economic trends. Discover the secret recipe for success.
A 50-year-old woman has been charged with mid-range drink driving after allegedly crashing her Toyota LandCruiser into a Gerringong martial arts studio. No one was injured in the incident.
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 businesses lament a 'step backwards' as fire safety concerns force a ban on outdoor dining in Crown Lane. Discover the impact on local nightlife and council plans.
Firefighters battled a significant blaze at a hay shed on Mollers Lane in Leopold. Crews worked to contain the fire and protect nearby properties. Read the latest updates.
A Canberra resident argues a T2 transit lane on Commonwealth Avenue would move more people than a dedicated bus lane during bridge works. Plus, letters on northern history, broken promises, and cultural imports.
Our detailed review of Vice in Canberra's Odgers Lane. Discover if this sexy, speakeasy-style steak restaurant lives up to the hype, from bone marrow starters to 40-minute rib-eyes.
A record-breaking cherry sale for charity, a rising death toll in a Hong Kong fire, and a major Sydney police operation targeting youth crime. Stay informed with the latest news.
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.
Canberra's City Renewal Authority offers free merry-go-round rides in Civic until Christmas Eve, plus festive markets and a family Christmas party with live music.
Veteran aerobatic pilot Glenn Collins is finally home after a devastating crash at the Avalon Airshow left him with serious spinal injuries. Discover his inspiring road to recovery and his plans to fly again.
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.
A $24 million overtaking lane is planned for the Golden Highway west of Merriwa to improve safety and traffic flow. Have your say on the proposal until December 12.
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.