Shell Cove couple celebrates rare 70th wedding anniversary
Dale and Nada Jones from Shell Cove have reached a remarkable 70-year marriage milestone, a feat achieved by only 0.1% of couples. Discover their love story and secrets to a lasting union.
Dale and Nada Jones from Shell Cove have reached a remarkable 70-year marriage milestone, a feat achieved by only 0.1% of couples. Discover their love story and secrets to a lasting union.
Mount Warrigal's Arlo Maksovic, 11, plays off a handicap of seven, surpassing his father. The young star aims for the PGA and dreams of more junior golfers in the Illawarra. Read his inspiring story.
Nathan 'Rockjaw' Piggott, a veteran of the Club Deroes outlaw motorcycle gang, has been buried at Pinnaroo Cemetery. The service drew a large gathering of bikies and family.
NSW Police have charged two men with 72 offences each after a series of scams targeting elderly women in shopping centre car parks across the state. Authorities are seeking two other men.
A look back at the major court cases that shocked the Illawarra region in 2025, from a former MP's jailing for sex crimes to teen violence and a decades-old mystery. Read the full recap.
Stone Roses bassist Gary 'Mani' Mounfield laid to rest in Adelaide. Bandmates Ian Brown and John Squire attend private funeral service. Read the full tribute.
Wollongong and Shellharbour councils announce altered bin collection schedules over Christmas. Find out your new collection days and extra recycling services.
Discover where to find the crispiest, most authentic Portuguese tarts in the Illawarra region. From Wollongong to Shellharbour, we reveal the bakeries locals swear by.
Over 300 young members of Shellharbour Surf Life Saving Club celebrated the festive season with games, water activities and a foil-surfing Santa. See the gallery.
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.
A large police operation responded to a tense standoff with youths outside a funeral in Geelong. The incident caused major disruptions and is now under investigation.
The Sydney community gathered to farewell 10-year-old Matilda, the youngest victim of the Bondi Beach terror attack. The emotional service saw yellow tributes and a toy bee honour her memory. Read more.
Sydney's Bondi Beach was the scene of a horrific terror attack Sunday night, with two gunmen killing over a dozen people. The youngest victim, 10-year-old Matilda, is being farewelled today. Read the latest.
Wollongong City Council has finalised a new seven-year domestic waste management contract worth over $140 million with Remondis, starting July 2027. Read the details of the deal.
A 24-year-old Shellharbour woman has died after a 'deliberate' car crash on the Sunshine Coast. Mallee Smith was one of eight pedestrians struck. The driver faces attempted murder charges.
Lynne Geoghegan has been sentenced to six and a half years in prison for embezzling nearly $2.5 million from Shellharbour Roofing Services over nine years. Read the full court details.
A 35-year-old woman suffered head and leg injuries after being struck by a Volkswagen SUV near the Shellharbour boat ramp. The driver told police he swerved to avoid a man on the road. Read the latest details.
The Illawarra airshow is back, rebranded as Wings Over Shellharbour and set for May 2026 under new organisers Paul Bennet Airshows. Get the full details on the revival.
A stunning four-bedroom Tullimbar residence, featuring a saltwater pool and covered alfresco area, is on the market. Priced from $1.495m, it's perfect for families who love to entertain.
Three sets of Illawarra siblings are making waves in A-League Men and Women competitions. Discover how local talent is transforming Australian football.
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.
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.
Thousands gathered at Junction Oval to farewell 17-year-old cricketer Ben Austin, who died after being struck by a cricket ball. The community mourns a talented sportsman.
Legendary broadcaster John Laws receives state funeral honours in Sydney. Watch live coverage and tributes to Australia's radio king. Don't miss the farewell.
Veteran radio broadcaster John Laws is being farewelled at a Sydney funeral. Russell Crowe will deliver the eulogy and John Williamson will perform. Follow live coverage.
Four Albion Park residents petition Shellharbour Council for an acoustic barrier and double glazing to combat 'unhealthy' traffic noise and pollution from Ashburton Drive.
James Grech, a Shellharbour Citizen of the Year finalist, has lost his battle to regain boxing trainer accreditation after NSW tribunal upholds decision. Read the full story.
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.
ATSB releases security footage showing tragic final moments of Shellharbour Airport plane crash that killed three. Investigation continues into cause.
Ross Transport wins lead position in Illawarra Convoy with $305,000 bid for Amarli's Army. The annual fundraising event supports families facing medical crises across the region.