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Thirroul Fire Station marks 100 years of community, camaraderie and amazing stories

Thirroul Fire Station marks 100 years of community, camaraderie and amazing stories

6 July 2023 | By Dione David
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Oh deer! Illawarra residents warned to watch out during rutting season as council reviews pest policy

Oh deer! Illawarra residents warned to watch out during rutting season as council reviews pest policy

6 July 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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The best property managers in Wollongong

The best property managers in Wollongong

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The best electricians in Wollongong

The best electricians in Wollongong

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The Wollongong university students reigniting the hula hoop craze

The Wollongong university students reigniting the hula hoop craze

5 July 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Minnamurra firefighter on a marathon bid to raise funds for children's burns unit

Minnamurra firefighter on a marathon bid to raise funds for children's burns unit

5 July 2023
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The best plumbers in Wollongong

The best plumbers in Wollongong

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Kiama surfer saves surfboards from landfill and turns them into art

Kiama surfer saves surfboards from landfill and turns them into art

4 July 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Shellharbour community celebrates the culture of our First Nations people in NAIDOC week

Shellharbour community celebrates the culture of our First Nations people in NAIDOC week

4 July 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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School of Arts 'doors to nowhere' to become a gateway to greater accessibility

School of Arts 'doors to nowhere' to become a gateway to greater accessibility

3 July 2023 | By Dione David
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Cheaper childcare as new subsidies for early education come into play

Cheaper childcare as new subsidies for early education come into play

3 July 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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Stroke of genius turns Paint and Sip events into expressive art experiences

Stroke of genius turns Paint and Sip events into expressive art experiences

2 July 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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The not-so-poultry chicken salt product Shellharbour residents are flocking to

The not-so-poultry chicken salt product Shellharbour residents are flocking to

2 July 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Cockatoo soup, jelly salad and lorikeet stew - hungry Illawarrans have a history of winging it

Cockatoo soup, jelly salad and lorikeet stew - hungry Illawarrans have a history of winging it

1 July 2023 | By Dione David
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Debunking myths and misinformation: The new campaign on the Voice to Parliament aiming to inform the Illawarra

Debunking myths and misinformation: The new campaign on the Voice to Parliament aiming to inform the Illawarra

30 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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Flying the flag at Flagstaff: outgoing CEO Roy Rogers hands over the reins to Rodney Clark

Flying the flag at Flagstaff: outgoing CEO Roy Rogers hands over the reins to Rodney Clark

29 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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Kiama councillor calls for cut in number of representatives on future councils

Kiama councillor calls for cut in number of representatives on future councils

29 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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Wollongong firies hope to extinguish their competitors as they chase national title

Wollongong firies hope to extinguish their competitors as they chase national title

29 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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From humble beginnings, Illawarra Grevillea Park blooms into beauty

From humble beginnings, Illawarra Grevillea Park blooms into beauty

28 June 2023 | By Graeme Burrill
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From the big screen to the voice booth - Illawarra export Leigh Joel Scott finds incredible success in LA

From the big screen to the voice booth - Illawarra export Leigh Joel Scott finds incredible success in LA

27 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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Freezing out fears and creating conversations: Illawarra embraces ice baths to help improve mental health

Freezing out fears and creating conversations: Illawarra embraces ice baths to help improve mental health

26 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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Kiama festival serves up culture and clearer pathways for emerging musicians

Kiama festival serves up culture and clearer pathways for emerging musicians

25 June 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Riding the wave of success: 14-year-old Illawarra business owner celebrates major milestone

Riding the wave of success: 14-year-old Illawarra business owner celebrates major milestone

25 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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New regional music body boss calls for music to return to the heart of primary school classrooms

New regional music body boss calls for music to return to the heart of primary school classrooms

24 June 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Gerringong Music Club’s future in doubt after 20 years of hitting the right note

Gerringong Music Club’s future in doubt after 20 years of hitting the right note

24 June 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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A 'crazy life' lived around the world but calming Kiama will be forever home

A 'crazy life' lived around the world but calming Kiama will be forever home

24 June 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Why the Illawarra Light Railway Museum will never run out of steam

Why the Illawarra Light Railway Museum will never run out of steam

23 June 2023 | By Dione David
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Communities to reconnect as Jamberoo Mountain Road finally reopens, but future closures not ruled out

Communities to reconnect as Jamberoo Mountain Road finally reopens, but future closures not ruled out

22 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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3000 young performers ready to embrace the experience of Southern Stars

3000 young performers ready to embrace the experience of Southern Stars

22 June 2023 | By Jen White
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Wheely great results from UCI road race roll on with Illawarra expected to reap the benefits for years

Wheely great results from UCI road race roll on with Illawarra expected to reap the benefits for years

21 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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Shellharbour toddler shows extraordinary strength after three heart surgeries but the battle is not over yet

Shellharbour toddler shows extraordinary strength after three heart surgeries but the battle is not over yet

21 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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Pedal power: The volunteers pushing to make our cycle tracks more accessible for every age

Pedal power: The volunteers pushing to make our cycle tracks more accessible for every age

21 June 2023 | By Keeli Royle
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UPDATED: Truck driver dies in Appin Road crash

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Spotlight on Dapto as Transport for NSW rolls out traffic monitoring cameras

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Driver in fatal M1 crash unregistered and unlicensed, police allege

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NSW Government investigates new transport link for western Illawarra suburbs

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Figtree chef takes the cake: Brooke Silk places third in World Food Championships with well-balanced dessert

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