Wollongong Skies: A Sight to Behold The skies over Wollongong, a coastal city located in New South Wales, Australia, have always been a stunning display of natural beauty. From glorious sunrises to vibrant sunsets, these skies never fail to captivate residents and visitors alike. The region’s unique geographical location, nestled between the Illawarra Escarpment and…
Call for women to join rally when birth trauma inquiry hits Wollongong A group of women in Wollongong is calling for support and participation in a rally to raise awareness about birth trauma. The rally will coincide with the upcoming birth trauma inquiry in the area. The women hope that their voices will finally be…
A new program has been launched in the Illawarra region of Australia to aid migrant and refugee women in improving their digital skills. The initiative, funded by the federal Department of Social Services, has allocated $20,000 to the Illawarra Multicultural Services (IMS) organization to develop and implement this program. The focus of the initiative is…
Teacher aides play a crucial role in supporting students and teachers in Illawarra schools. One such example is Mrs Botes, a dedicated and beloved teacher aide who has earned the appreciation and love of the children she works with. The Illawarra schools are grateful for the invaluable contributions made by teacher aides like Mrs Botes….
In a disturbing incident in Wollongong, a woman’s train journey turned into a nightmare when she encountered a sex offender. The incident involved a man who was charged with several offenses, including sexual assault, common assault, and drug use. The woman, who was traveling alone, experienced harassment and inappropriate behavior from the offender. This unfortunate…
Political Alliance of Wollongong Council Independents Comes to an End A long-standing political partnership between City councillors Pat Franks and Alex Darling, both independents, has abruptly come to an end. This alliance, which had lasted for eight years, was a significant presence in the Wollongong council. While the specifics surrounding the dissolution of the political…
All the Stories That Matter Ahead of the Illawarra Rugby League Grand Final The Illawarra Rugby League Grand Final is just around the corner, and it promises to be a week filled with captivating narratives and thrilling subplots. While many storylines will unfold, one particular storyline stands out among the rest. This year’s grand final…
Wollongong Council to Continue Infrastructure Works The Wollongong City Council has announced that infrastructure works can proceed on a new footpath along Towradgi Point, following the identification of Aboriginal cultural heritage items in the area. The council had temporarily halted the works and installed temporary fencing to ensure the appropriate steps were taken. The council…
Cheap, family-friendly jazz festival set for Wollongong Botanic Garden The Wollongong Botanic Garden is hosting a cheap and family-friendly jazz festival that will feature a lineup of talented artists. Some of the performers include Chris Fields, Sandy Evans, James Greening, Freyja Garbett, Max Alduca, Miles Thomas, Lucy Clifford, Pirashanna Thevaraja, Stuart Vandergraaff, Dominic Kirk, Tamara…
Taking a Look Under the FOGO Lid – Wollongong Taking a Look Under the FOGO Lid – Wollongong Ever wondered what happens to your FOGO waste once it leaves your kerb? Wollongong City Council is taking residents on a video tour of how they collect, sort, and convert your food scraps and lawn clippings into…