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Cozy up for free screenings of Barbie in Wollongong and Dapto this weekend

Cozy up for free screenings of Barbie in Wollongong and Dapto this weekend

18 April | By Zoe Cartwright
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Time to celebrate school holidays and Get Loud during Youth Week

Time to celebrate school holidays and Get Loud during Youth Week

16 April
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (5 - 11 April)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (5 - 11 April)

5 April | By Dione David
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Boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a stew - Robertson celebrates all things potato, and you're invited

Boil 'em, mash 'em, stick 'em in a stew - Robertson celebrates all things potato, and you're invited

1 April | By Zoe Cartwright
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Kangaroo Valley's Pig Day Out showcases sparkly swine racing for ultimate glory (and charity)

Kangaroo Valley's Pig Day Out showcases sparkly swine racing for ultimate glory (and charity)

24 March | By Keeli Royle
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Nine ways to mark Harmony Week in the Illawarra

Nine ways to mark Harmony Week in the Illawarra

15 March | By Dione David
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (15 - 21 March)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (15 - 21 March)

15 March | By Dione David
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Illawarra bookworms' event of the year kicks off in Berkeley

Illawarra bookworms' event of the year kicks off in Berkeley

14 March | By Zoe Cartwright
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (8 - 14 March)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (8 - 14 March)

8 March | By Dione David
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (23 - 29 February)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (23 - 29 February)

23 February | By Dione David
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Those magnificent men - and women - in their flying machines return to NSW's biggest airshow

Those magnificent men - and women - in their flying machines return to NSW's biggest airshow

21 February | By Jen White
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Kiamasala Indian festival organisers hope rain won't stop play again

Kiamasala Indian festival organisers hope rain won't stop play again

20 February | By Karen Lateo
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Dreams do come true: Roo Theatre’s journey from humble Kiama beginnings to paving pathways to Broadway

Dreams do come true: Roo Theatre’s journey from humble Kiama beginnings to paving pathways to Broadway

16 January | By Kellie O'Brien
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Kids need a creative outlet? Check out these Kook-y workshops at Kiama Pavilion

Kids need a creative outlet? Check out these Kook-y workshops at Kiama Pavilion

27 December 2023 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Nine ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in the Illawarra

Nine ways to celebrate New Year's Eve in the Illawarra

26 December 2023 | By Dione David
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (1 - 7 December)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (1 - 7 December)

1 December 2023 | By Dione David
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (24 - 30 November)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (24 - 30 November)

24 November 2023 | By Dione David
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Illawarra's own airshow spectacular returns, sporting a new name and look

Illawarra's own airshow spectacular returns, sporting a new name and look

23 November 2023 | By Dione David
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (17 - 23 November)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (17 - 23 November)

17 November 2023 | By Dione David
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11 Christmas markets in the Illawarra this festival season

11 Christmas markets in the Illawarra this festival season

11 November 2023 | By Dione David
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Santa's coming to town - so you better be good for goodness sake

Santa's coming to town - so you better be good for goodness sake

10 November 2023
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (10 - 16 November)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (10 - 16 November)

10 November 2023 | By Dione David
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Replica 15th-century caravel Notorious to sail into Shell Cove for pirate-like experience

Replica 15th-century caravel Notorious to sail into Shell Cove for pirate-like experience

1 November 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Thirteen things to boo in the Illawarra this week (27 October - 2 November)

Thirteen things to boo in the Illawarra this week (27 October - 2 November)

27 October 2023 | By Dione David
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Culture Mix is locked, loaded and ready for you

Culture Mix is locked, loaded and ready for you

20 October 2023 | By Dione David
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (20 - 26 October)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (20 - 26 October)

20 October 2023 | By Dione David
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Little known and centuries-old, the tale of the 'haenyeo' joins a vivid program at Culture Mix

Little known and centuries-old, the tale of the 'haenyeo' joins a vivid program at Culture Mix

15 October 2023 | By Dione David
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UPDATED: Taste of Indian culture to be served up as Kiama hosts colourful Kiamasala Festival

UPDATED: Taste of Indian culture to be served up as Kiama hosts colourful Kiamasala Festival

12 October 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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From Kazador to Kiama: The real story behind comedic character Kiki Bittovabitsch

From Kazador to Kiama: The real story behind comedic character Kiki Bittovabitsch

8 October 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (6 - 12 October)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (6 - 12 October)

6 October 2023 | By Claire Sams
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Expanded site and new date to help growing KISS Arts Fest in Kiama

Expanded site and new date to help growing KISS Arts Fest in Kiama

4 October 2023 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Jam-packed day of music, cars and family fun awaits at Jamberoo

Jam-packed day of music, cars and family fun awaits at Jamberoo

3 October 2023 | By Katrina Condie
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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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UPDATED: Illawarra rail commuters urged to stay home on Friday as train strike looms

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