Update on Towradgi Point Footpath Worksite – Wollongong Work has resumed at the Towradgi Point footpath worksite in Wollongong after a temporary pause due to the discovery of Aboriginal cultural heritage items. The Wollongong City Council initiated this project in 2021 to replace the old footpath that had deteriorated over time. During the excavation process,…
Police charge man after stabbing at Lake Illawarra A man has been charged following a stabbing incident that took place in the Lake Illawarra area. The incident occurred at around 1:40 am on Tuesday, August 29, 2023, when emergency services received a call about a man who had been injured at a residence on Avondale…
Meet the finalists of the Illawarra Business Awards 2023 The Illawarra Business Awards 2023 have announced the finalists for this year’s edition. The event aims to recognize and celebrate the achievements of businesses in the Illawarra region, located south of Sydney, Australia. The finalists include: Chris Stolk from Peoplecare Health Jemma Tribe from Nowra Community…
‘Let me in. I have a gun’: Armed man took hostage in North Wollongong siege An armed man, identified as Leal, caused a siege situation in North Wollongong on October 27 last year. Leal allegedly approached a man at around 11am and demanded entry into a building, saying, “The cops are coming. Let me in….
Mugshots Revealed of 13 Illawarra Offenders Who Are On the Run The Illawarra police have released the mugshots of thirteen offenders who are currently on the run and wanted for various crimes. These individuals are facing a range of charges including domestic violence, fraud, drugs, stealing, and traffic offenses. As law enforcement agencies continue their…
$90k for the cheapest block of land in the Illawarra – but you can’t build on it According to recent sales data, the cheapest block of land in the Illawarra region, located north of Wollongong, is being sold for $90,000. However, there’s a catch – you can’t build on it. In 2023, the real estate…
Yours and Owls Music Festival Proposal Discussed by the Wollongong Local Planning Panel The Wollongong Local Planning Panel is currently reviewing a proposal submitted by Yours and Owls to extend its partnership with the University of Wollongong (UOW) for hosting the music festival on the Wollongong campus. The application seeks approval to hold the festival…
Thunder, Hail, and Rain Pelting Down on the Illawarra The Illawarra region in Australia is currently experiencing severe weather conditions, including thunderstorm activity, hail, and heavy rainfall. This weather event has prompted live updates on breaking news, traffic, and travel across the Illawarra, South Coast, and neighboring areas. The thunderstorms have brought heavy rainfall and…
Suspicious Wollongong Fire Leaves Residents Running for Their Lives On Wednesday, August 30, a fire broke out in Wollongong, Australia, causing residents to flee in fear for their safety. The fire originated from a car parked in an outdoor car park at the rear of a social housing complex on Cliff Road. The incident occurred…
Wollongong Hospital Staffing Case: State Denies Nursing Shortfall Breached Union Award The State Government in New South Wales, Australia, has denied allegations of understaffing and breaching the union award at Wollongong Hospital. The dispute arises from claims made by the New South Wales Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) that there is a significant shortage of…