Best Illawarra Gym, Yoga & Pilates Deals for 2026
Kickstart your 2026 fitness journey with our guide to the best gym, yoga, and pilates deals across the Illawarra. From $6/week offers to free trials, find your perfect fit.
Kickstart your 2026 fitness journey with our guide to the best gym, yoga, and pilates deals across the Illawarra. From $6/week offers to free trials, find your perfect fit.
Discover Cheryl Hughes's lush tropical garden in West Leederville, a compact private resort designed for relaxation and mental wellbeing. Explore the plants and design that create a permanent holiday at home.
Expert Sabrina Hahn explains how starting a garden can reduce stress, improve wellbeing, and restore urban biodiversity. Get her practical tips for beginners.
Discover how Graham Brown turned a passion into a profession, capturing iconic Illawarra sporting moments and earning global recognition. His story is one of timing, persistence, and pure love for the game.
Police hold serious concerns for the welfare of 20-year-old Eghan Khun, last seen on King Street, Warrawong in the early hours of Tuesday. Anyone with information is urged to contact Crime Stoppers.
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.
Discover Bailey Brewing Co in Henley Brook, a top Swan Valley eatery with a fantastic beer garden, delicious pub food, and excellent family-friendly atmosphere. Plan your visit today!
Gardening expert Charlie Albone shares his top tips for a low-maintenance, resilient garden this Australian summer. Learn smart watering, mulching, and care strategies to enjoy your outdoor space.
Tracey Canner and Nick Wren transformed their Madeley backyard into a low-maintenance tropical retreat. See how their hands-on creativity and big ideas paid off.
A delicious recap of the Illawarra's biggest food stories from 2025, featuring award-winning restaurants, iconic closures, and exciting new openings. Discover the region's culinary heartbeat.
From the Hawks' championship glory to community triumphs and wild weather, Illawarra Mercury photographers Adam McLean, Anna Warr, and Robert Peet share their standout images and stories from a remarkable year.
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.
Discover how a Perth couple transformed their coastal garden into a sanctuary that seamlessly connects design with their lifestyle. Explore the native plants and sustainable features that make it thrive.
TV gardener Charlie Albone reveals his top picks for resilient, low-maintenance flowers perfect for Australian gardens. Discover plants that thrive with minimal effort!
Discover the best Illawarra pubs and breweries where you can bring your dog this summer. From ocean views to craft beer, find your perfect spot.
Discover six easy, family-friendly bushwalks in and around the Illawarra, perfect for getting kids outdoors. Includes details on trails, wildlife, and safety tips for a memorable adventure.
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.
Expert gardener Sabrina Hahn shares her essential summer gardening advice for WA, from vibrant plant picks to weed prevention. Transform your outdoor space now.
Take a trip down memory lane with the Illawarra Mercury's photo gallery showcasing decades of local Christmas Day traditions, from beach barbecues to backyard cricket. See the festive spirit in action.
Santa Claus has a special festive message for Illawarra children in 2025, outlining his three simple rules for Christmas Eve and revealing details about his ancient sleigh. Get the full story.
Jackie French says forget the garden chores this week. With extreme heat in Canberra, your only duties are watering, enjoying the scents, and sharing your harvest. Discover the simple joys of a summer garden.
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.
The Illawarra Mercury unveils its exclusive list of 56 standout young athletes set to dominate courts, fields, pools, and slopes in 2025. Discover the region's future champions.
Lion's Den Collectibles opens in Warrawong Plaza, offering Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering & Warhammer. Owners aim to create a community hub where gamers of all ages can play and connect.
A Rutherford man has been convicted and fined after a CCTV-captured heist of magnolia and lavender plants. Police recovered the stolen greenery and returned it via paddy wagon. Read the full story.
A severe heatwave warning is in effect for the Illawarra, with temperatures predicted to reach 35 degrees Celsius. Learn the details, why it's classified as a heatwave, and how to stay safe.
A deadly canine parvovirus outbreak is spreading across the Illawarra, claiming one puppy's life. Vets warn the soil-borne virus can linger for years. Protect your pet now.
Thousands of children with disability or illness celebrated at the annual KidsWish Christmas party at Symbio Wildlife Park. The Illawarra Mercury mascot joined the fun.
Illawarra Hawks great Glen Saville opens up on the immense pressure facing the team as their NBL championship defence teeters. Can they turn it around?