Wollongong City Council will deploy surveillance cars to monitor timed parking zones from February 2026, replacing manual tyre chalking. The one-year trial aims to improve efficiency and turnover in high-demand areas.
A national car club abandons plans for a 200-person meeting in Wollongong due to a critical shortage of affordable hotel rooms, highlighting a major hurdle for the city's visitor economy.
The Forrest Beach Hotel and Caravan Park in Hinchinbrook is shutting down, owner Sammy Singh announced. The closure impacts the local community and tourism. Read more about the reasons and what's next.
A landmark $25 million transformation has revived a historic Townsville CBD building into a luxurious boutique hotel, The Ville. Discover the stunning new addition to the city's hospitality scene.
Geelong's beloved Sawyers Arms Tavern in Newtown has reopened after a major refurbishment, blending its historic charm with a fresh, modern food and drink menu. Discover the new chapter for this local icon.
A 30-storey, $200 million apartment building is proposed for Adelaide's East End, promising luxury living and retail space. Discover the plans set to reshape the city skyline.
Discover the Shangri-La Singapore, a serene tropical retreat just a 10-minute walk from Orchard Road's shopping frenzy. Explore its gardens, dining, and heritage tours.
A lucky local has won $85,000 playing Keno at the Kuranda Hotel in Far North Queensland. The windfall is described as a 'perfect nest egg' for the winner. Read more.
Shocking details emerge about Victoria Jones' drug-related struggles before her body was discovered in a San Francisco hotel on New Year's Day. Read the full story.
The historic Royal Crown Hotel in Dudley has been closed since May 2025 due to severe termite damage. Owner Michael Deer has lodged a DA for a three-stage restoration, aiming to reopen the beloved local in 2026. Read the full story.
Wollongong City Council will review the cancelled New Year's Eve fireworks after a wave washed over the breakwall. The probe will ask why there was no Plan B. Read the full story.
A massive fire has destroyed a historic hotel at a popular Swiss ski resort, forcing hundreds to evacuate. No fatalities reported. Full details on the emergency response and impact.
An antisocial trend of using cling wrap to reserve public spaces has returned to Wollongong's Stuart Park for New Year's celebrations, sparking local outrage and calls for better enforcement.
Wollongong Art Gallery has closed an exhibition after artist Anthony Lister was charged with multiple offences, including alleged sexual assault. The council is monitoring the case.
Wollongong City Council cancels the 9pm New Year's Eve fireworks display due to dangerous ocean conditions at the harbour. Public safety cited as the top priority.
Wollongong residents condemn racist propaganda distributed in local letterboxes. A former AFP communications head speaks out against the 'filth' targeting the community.
Plan your New Year's Eve in Wollongong with details on foreshore road closures, public transport options, and fireworks displays. Essential travel advice for 31 December 2025.
Ring in 2026 across the Illawarra! Our complete guide covers Wollongong Harbour fireworks, the Summer Carnival, and live music from Royale With Cheese to Touch Sensitive. Find your perfect party.
Wollongong residents have shared ambitious ideas, including a tunnel and a Las Vegas-style sign, for the Flinders St 'arrival boulevard' revamp. What do you think should happen?
Kiama Council greenlights 23 new rooms for Mercure Gerringong, tackling the Illawarra's critical tourist accommodation shortage. Plans include a rebrand and new facilities.
Plans lodged to replace the 50-year-old Boat Harbour Motel in Wollongong with a dual-tower apartment complex featuring affordable housing. Public exhibition open until February 9.
Plan your Perth New Year's Eve with our guide. From the iconic Raffles Hotel fireworks to family fun at Elizabeth Quay, discover the best events and essential safety info for ringing in 2026.
Wollongong's bargain hunters weigh in on the Boxing Day vs Black Friday debate as national spending is set to hit $3.1 billion. Experts warn shoppers to track prices and beware of sophisticated scams.
Perth-born singer Jordan Anthony, who made the top 14 on American Idol, is coming home for a special performance at the Rosemount Hotel on January 15. Get tickets now.
A 21-year-old man was critically injured after a stabbing at the OG Hotel in Klemzig, Adelaide. Police are searching for two suspects who fled the scene. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Illawarra restaurants, pubs, and hotels are experiencing high demand for Christmas Day dining as families opt to avoid the stress of cooking at home. Discover the festive menus and prices on offer.
Wollongong revellers face a choice this New Year's Eve: harbour or CBD fireworks? The Illawarra Hotel adds a 9pm CBD show, complementing council's harbour display. Locals share their picks.
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.
Wollongong PE teacher Phil Saunders has had all charges against him dismissed in local court. Read the magistrate's detailed reasoning and the emotional courtroom outcome.
A Wollongong magistrate has identified major problems with the prosecution's case against a man charged over the 1993 disappearance of Pauline Sowry, but denied bail due to alleged threats against police. Read the latest court developments.