Federal Opposition Leader Peter Dutton on his visit to the Illawarra has officially ruled out Murray’s Beach in Jervis Bay as a possible nuclear reactor location. Dutton has said the Coalition if they win the next federal election, will introduce nuclear energy. Dutton is expected
The rising cost of groceries in Illawarra is placing a heavy burden on local residents, forcing many to reevaluate their spending habits and make difficult choices in their budgets. Wollongong local and University student Rizal Hoxha, adjusting to independent living, has resorted to buying cheaper
The perinatal mental health charity Gidget Foundation has released new data this week, showing that more than half of expectant and new parents experience perinatal mental health symptoms. Only two in five of these people have sought professional help. As a recipient of help from
Photo above: a sign placed on the stainless steel gate & grass with the following text: “Sydney Gay and Lesbian MARDI GRAS A05 Illawarra Shoalhaven Rainbow Alliance (ISRA).” The Illawarra Shoalhaven Rainbow Alliance float made an appearance in 2022, celebrating LGBTQIA+ pride and culture in
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A crowd gathered at Sandon Point on Sunday as adrenaline seeking surfers took on challenging swell amidst a warning from the Bureau of Meteorology. The warning, prompted by a Tasman low, highlighted the potential dangers for rock fishers and swimmers along the Hunter to Far
Photo Credit: Illawarra Mercury A Corrimal resident lost their home and cat in a severe fire that required a dozen firefighters over an hour to control. The blaze erupted around 5:45 PM on Saturday, June 15, on Yuill Avenue, prompting multiple emergency calls as flames
Photo Credit: Illawarra Mercury Adam McLean The King has departed. Long live the King! Wollongong mourns the loss of its beloved eatery as the Souva King on Kembla Street closed its doors last weekend. In terms of heart-wrenching restaurant closures, this rates a perfect five
From making music in Highschool to sold out live gigs in Melbourne , Illawarra’s hottest new band Palto Guise is definitely one to add to the Spotify playlist. Haydin the lead guitarist of Palto Guise described that making music in Wollongong and the Illawarra is
The new controversial Illawarra wind zone, just 20 kilometers off the Illawarra coastline has got the green light after fierce community set-back and protests. Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen will declare in a press conference today, on a visit to the Illawarra. He