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Skydive Australia's 25-year leap from one Wollongong drop zone to national leader

Skydive Australia's 25-year leap from one Wollongong drop zone to national leader

17 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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Step into fantasy at Shellharbour’s Goblin Queen’s Winter Ball and creative events this August

Step into fantasy at Shellharbour’s Goblin Queen’s Winter Ball and creative events this August

17 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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Following in Dad's footsteps: Wollongong brickie Ethan Everett lays foundations for WorldSkills success

Following in Dad's footsteps: Wollongong brickie Ethan Everett lays foundations for WorldSkills success

17 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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Wombarra woman's research transforms health systems and earns a King's honour

Wombarra woman's research transforms health systems and earns a King's honour

16 June | By Dione David
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A huge star on the field, Caitlin Foord is now the star of a huge Wollongong mural, as is pet pooch Peach

A huge star on the field, Caitlin Foord is now the star of a huge Wollongong mural, as is pet pooch Peach

14 June
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Newly formed Zonta Club of Kiama-Shellharbour fuelling strong interest to improve the lives of women

Newly formed Zonta Club of Kiama-Shellharbour fuelling strong interest to improve the lives of women

13 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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Two Illawarra emergency services leaders receive prestigious medals for their contributions to community

Two Illawarra emergency services leaders receive prestigious medals for their contributions to community

11 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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Artist Karen Black celebrates Wollongong art icon Vivian Vidulich in Archibald show

Artist Karen Black celebrates Wollongong art icon Vivian Vidulich in Archibald show

11 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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King’s Birthday honouree swaps organisational volunteering for epic ride in memory of his wife

King’s Birthday honouree swaps organisational volunteering for epic ride in memory of his wife

10 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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Community
Drive to dismantle disadvantage in education results in national honour

Drive to dismantle disadvantage in education results in national honour

10 June | By Dione David
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Rising star Shayan Murray sees short film script brought to life for Creative Wollongong showcase

Rising star Shayan Murray sees short film script brought to life for Creative Wollongong showcase

8 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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'Begging for slashed tyres' - what happens if you get stuck at this Thirroul commuter carpark?

'Begging for slashed tyres' - what happens if you get stuck at this Thirroul commuter carpark?

7 June | By Dione David
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John Monteleone makes his final mark as Wollongong Art Gallery director

John Monteleone makes his final mark as Wollongong Art Gallery director

6 June | By Dione David
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Three Jamberoo women recognised in NSW Hidden Treasures Honour Roll

Three Jamberoo women recognised in NSW Hidden Treasures Honour Roll

4 June | By Kellie O'Brien
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'Watch this space', says Wollongong Art Gallery's incoming director

'Watch this space', says Wollongong Art Gallery's incoming director

2 June | By Dione David
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Wollongong’s sell-out Dinners With A Difference developing deeper dialogue

Wollongong’s sell-out Dinners With A Difference developing deeper dialogue

30 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Community
Wollongong researcher sinks her teeth into fight against multiple sclerosis

Wollongong researcher sinks her teeth into fight against multiple sclerosis

30 May | By Zoe Cartwright
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Community
Drama teacher takes final bow as insightful playwright after 18 years of original plays at Smiths Hill High

Drama teacher takes final bow as insightful playwright after 18 years of original plays at Smiths Hill High

27 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Shellharbour Council calls for new outstanding citizens to add to city's Hall of Fame

Shellharbour Council calls for new outstanding citizens to add to city's Hall of Fame

27 May | By Jen White
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Chilled Kiama Kubes 'just a bunch of crazy people who like winter swimming'

Chilled Kiama Kubes 'just a bunch of crazy people who like winter swimming'

23 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Has local wonder woman Karlie Zec found extra hours in the day?

Has local wonder woman Karlie Zec found extra hours in the day?

22 May | By Dione David
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Are you a 'weaver'? Volunteers needed for dementia carer buddy program

Are you a 'weaver'? Volunteers needed for dementia carer buddy program

22 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Meet the Region Illawarra team: Journalist Keeli Royle

Meet the Region Illawarra team: Journalist Keeli Royle

21 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Juggling saved Dave Evans’ life and now he’s using it to help men juggle theirs

Juggling saved Dave Evans’ life and now he’s using it to help men juggle theirs

21 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Nifty knickers designed to deal with women’s ‘everyday annoyance’

Nifty knickers designed to deal with women’s ‘everyday annoyance’

19 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Community
Meet the Region Illawarra team: Subeditor Andrew Sutton

Meet the Region Illawarra team: Subeditor Andrew Sutton

17 May
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Family of fallen soldier to mark 81 years since historic Bass Point ship sinking

Family of fallen soldier to mark 81 years since historic Bass Point ship sinking

17 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Meet the Region Illawarra team: Journalist Dione David

Meet the Region Illawarra team: Journalist Dione David

16 May
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Ben Oakley awaits groundbreaking surgery for rare brain tumour – but needs your help

Ben Oakley awaits groundbreaking surgery for rare brain tumour – but needs your help

16 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Kiama's recycling heroes lift the lid on plastic waste - one grandkid visit at a time

Kiama's recycling heroes lift the lid on plastic waste - one grandkid visit at a time

16 May | By Dione David
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IAMPOWER Summit to empower women to prioritise mental health and wellbeing

IAMPOWER Summit to empower women to prioritise mental health and wellbeing

15 May | By Kellie O'Brien
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Meet the Region Illawarra team: Journalist Kellie O'Brien

Meet the Region Illawarra team: Journalist Kellie O'Brien

14 May
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