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How homesickness brought Ben Haywood back to the Illawarra – and won him a national podcast contest

How homesickness brought Ben Haywood back to the Illawarra – and won him a national podcast contest

22 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Illawarra nabs 18 spots among Australian Women's Small Business Champion finalists

Illawarra nabs 18 spots among Australian Women's Small Business Champion finalists

22 July 2024 | By Dione David
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Kiama Council signs off on long-running saga of Blue Haven Bonaira sale

Kiama Council signs off on long-running saga of Blue Haven Bonaira sale

22 July 2024 | By Jen White
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Wild winds cause chaos across Illawarra as SES crews tackle fallen trees, power lines

Wild winds cause chaos across Illawarra as SES crews tackle fallen trees, power lines

21 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Let celebrity chef Anna Polyviou treat you to a high tea at Kembla Grange Racecourse – all for a good cause

Let celebrity chef Anna Polyviou treat you to a high tea at Kembla Grange Racecourse – all for a good cause

21 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Warrawong schoolgirl Mele'ana Ofiu ready to wrestle her way to victory for Australia in Thailand

Warrawong schoolgirl Mele'ana Ofiu ready to wrestle her way to victory for Australia in Thailand

21 July 2024 | By Kellie O'Brien
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A mite-y nasty pest has arrived on the South Coast - Barrack Heights to Bega

A mite-y nasty pest has arrived on the South Coast - Barrack Heights to Bega

21 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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RSPCA Illawarra's Pets of the Week: Meet Marlo and Alvin!

RSPCA Illawarra's Pets of the Week: Meet Marlo and Alvin!

21 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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News
24-year-old to face court following fatal Mt Ousley crash

24-year-old to face court following fatal Mt Ousley crash

20 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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We don't need a study to tell us that teachers not only have class, they come out on top

We don't need a study to tell us that teachers not only have class, they come out on top

20 July 2024 | By Sally Hopman
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Love of the game in full flight at the George Cross Football reunion in Cringila

Love of the game in full flight at the George Cross Football reunion in Cringila

20 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Letter from the Editor: Enough of the doom and gloom, let's remember what makes us smile

Letter from the Editor: Enough of the doom and gloom, let's remember what makes us smile

20 July 2024 | By Jen White
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Elevated, tropical Kiama retreat a short walk to town

Elevated, tropical Kiama retreat a short walk to town

20 July 2024 | By Dione David
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Cold front 'racing' across the country bringing strong winds, blizzard conditions

Cold front 'racing' across the country bringing strong winds, blizzard conditions

19 July 2024 | By Claire Fenwicke
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Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F is a legacy sequel that works!

Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F is a legacy sequel that works!

19 July 2024 | By Jarryd Rowley
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Every year Malcolm celebrates the birth of his twins as he mourns the deaths of his Appin mine mates

Every year Malcolm celebrates the birth of his twins as he mourns the deaths of his Appin mine mates

19 July 2024 | By Michele Tydd
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News
Dapto Urgent Care Clinic gets a rebrand as Federal Government takes responsibility for funding

Dapto Urgent Care Clinic gets a rebrand as Federal Government takes responsibility for funding

19 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (19 - 25 July)

Nine things to do in the Illawarra this week (19 - 25 July)

19 July 2024 | By Dione David
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Australia's best young soccer players compete for national glory in Wollongong

Australia's best young soccer players compete for national glory in Wollongong

18 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Work and school holidays: The juggling act of working parents

Work and school holidays: The juggling act of working parents

18 July 2024 | By Hayley Nicholls
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Hazeltons store continues its century-long tradition of generosity serving Albion Park

Hazeltons store continues its century-long tradition of generosity serving Albion Park

18 July 2024 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Aussies trust their public service more than most countries do, but as for pollies and the media ...

Aussies trust their public service more than most countries do, but as for pollies and the media ...

18 July 2024 | By Chris Johnson
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From rescued to rescuer: Shellharbour SES leader honoured for courageous actions during flood

From rescued to rescuer: Shellharbour SES leader honoured for courageous actions during flood

18 July 2024 | By Kellie O'Brien
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An idea from Wollongong burger joint His Boy Elroy is set to launch across NSW

An idea from Wollongong burger joint His Boy Elroy is set to launch across NSW

17 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Charmian Clift doco opens Travelling Film Festival offerings at Gala Cinema

Charmian Clift doco opens Travelling Film Festival offerings at Gala Cinema

17 July 2024
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Food & Wine
Kiama's Central Perk Cafe owner to make a splash with new Shellharbour beachside kiosk and function centre

Kiama's Central Perk Cafe owner to make a splash with new Shellharbour beachside kiosk and function centre

17 July 2024 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Fewer people are now buying Teslas; has the shine worn off?

Fewer people are now buying Teslas; has the shine worn off?

17 July 2024 | By James Coleman
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Illawarra dominates NSW storm hotspot list as SES calls on homeowners to prepare for extreme weather now

Illawarra dominates NSW storm hotspot list as SES calls on homeowners to prepare for extreme weather now

17 July 2024 | By Kellie O'Brien
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The drama is real in the Mogo Wildlife Park gorilla enclosure

The drama is real in the Mogo Wildlife Park gorilla enclosure

16 July 2024 | By Dione David
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Meet Kanahooka's Will Green – he's only 14, but his barber's business is booming

Meet Kanahooka's Will Green – he's only 14, but his barber's business is booming

16 July 2024 | By Zoe Cartwright
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Shellharbour’s Ocean Beach Hotel set for a wave of changes under new ownership while keeping its seafood tradition

Shellharbour’s Ocean Beach Hotel set for a wave of changes under new ownership while keeping its seafood tradition

16 July 2024 | By Kellie O'Brien
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Early works step up to prepare for second stage of North Beach seawall

16 July 2024
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