SGH pushes BlueScope to accept $13.2bn takeover offer
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.
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.
Engineering giant Monadelphous kicks off 2026 with a major $175 million contract win from BHP for works at the Port Hedland iron ore facility. Read the full details.
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.
Civmec lands major work on BHP's Port Hedland debottlenecking project in a contract suite worth up to $400 million. The deal boosts local jobs and iron ore export capacity. Read the full details.
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.
A major NSW waterways safety operation found more than 20% of jet ski offences occurred at Lake Macquarie. Police urge riders to slow down and follow safety rules.
A 33-year-old man spent a night in custody after police allege he drove dangerously at Nelson Bay with a blood alcohol reading of 0.280. He faces multiple charges as police operations continue.
A 33-year-old man has died after a crash on the Eyre Highway following a police operation involving an allegedly stolen vehicle. Read the full details of the incident.
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 dramatic police chase unfolded in Townsville after a driver collided with a patrol vehicle and fled. The incident, captured on video, involved a major search operation. Read the full story.
Three men were rescued from a capsized vessel off Shoal Bay after encountering large waves. Marine police responded to the early morning incident on January 1.
A man in his 40s was airlifted after a diving incident at a popular Port Stephens jetty on January 1, suffering a suspected neck injury. Emergency services rushed to the scene.
A Port Stephens canoe club's missing trailer, thought stolen for scrap, was discovered impounded by council rangers. Read how a mix-up over registration led to the costly confusion.
A young man was saved from drowning on Christmas morning at Shoal Bay. His family now seeks the stranger who performed life-saving CPR. Read the dramatic story and vital water safety warning.
A major police operation across Port Stephens beaches, waterways and national parks resulted in over 630 breath tests, dozens of fines and multiple arrests. Read the full details of the holiday crackdown.
A 42-year-old Aldinga Beach man faces multiple charges after allegedly crashing his Volkswagen SUV into a Rosewater tobacconist and fleeing. He was refused bail.
The Port Stephens Outrigger Canoe Club is devastated after thieves stole a vital $14,000 custom-built trailer, stranding their canoes and jeopardising their entire competition season.
Six people were rescued in separate incidents across Victoria's waterways on Christmas Day, including paddleboarders blown 10km out to sea. Authorities urge water safety as summer risks rise.
Police are searching for Graham Bassett, 69, who vanished while travelling in a white Mercedes campervan on Christmas Day. Live updates from Newcastle Herald.
Suzanne Lupica, charged with murdering a Port Kennedy aged care resident, has been found mentally unfit to stand trial. The WA Supreme Court heard chilling details of the alleged attack. Read the full story.
Western Australia's elite Water Police detail the biggest dangers on our waters this season and issue a crucial safety warning to all boat users. Stay safe on the water.
A 71-year-old man has been found dead in a cabin at the BIG4 Port Willunga Tourist Park. A 49-year-old Aldinga man has been charged with murder in what police say was not a random attack. Read the latest.
Popular Port Stephens swimming spots will be off-limits to jet skis and power boats this holiday season in a safety trial. Find out where and when the bans apply.
Police in Queensland and NSW have made arrests over alleged anti-Semitic graffiti and abuse. A 27-year-old man and a 53-year-old woman face charges. Read the full details.
A quick-thinking parent and corrections officer tackled a pitch invader who knocked down an umpire during a junior cricket match in Port Macquarie. Read the full story of the dramatic incident.
The Far South Coast mourns recreational pilot David Stephens, who died in a plane crash in July 2025. His wife Lynda shares their story of love, rallying, and his final flight. Read more.
A South Australian couple's wild theory about a meteorite hitting their new Tesla has been debunked by museum experts. Discover the strange details of the Augusta Highway incident.
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.
South Australian sailor Deirdre 'Cookie' Sibly and a French companion have been found dead after a distress call. The experienced mariner was on her 'trip of a lifetime'. Read the full story.