Voice advocate Pat Farmer arrives in Wollongong on 14,400-km run around Australia Pat Farmer, a well-known voice advocate, has successfully arrived in Wollongong as part of his incredible 14,400-kilometer run around Australia. Farmer, who is an accomplished ultra-marathon runner and former politician, undertook this extraordinary journey to raise awareness about the importance of communication and…
Rising bushfire threat, but Illawarra’s preparations are behind schedule The Illawarra region is facing an increasing bushfire threat, but unfortunately, the preparations to mitigate this threat are behind schedule. According to local fire authorities, there is a very fine line between conditions being too dry to burn and the ideal window for conducting necessary preventative…
Rising bushfire threat: What’s being done about Illawarra’s high forest fuel loads The Illawarra region in Australia is facing an increasing threat of bushfires due to high forest fuel loads. Forest fuel loads refer to the amount of flammable materials, such as dead leaves, twigs, and branches, that accumulate on the forest floor and in…
The Long-Gone Rail Line That Shaped Suburban Wollongong Wollongong, a vibrant coastal city in New South Wales, Australia, owes much of its suburban layout to a long-gone rail line. This railway corridor, which operated from 1887 to 1971, played a significant role in shaping the development and architecture of the surrounding areas. In the decades…
New Boys Aim to Make an Impact in Illawarra Rugby Finals The Illawarra Rugby Finals are just around the corner and excitement is building as new players look to make their mark. The teams are filled with talented athletes and there is a sense of urgency among these newcomers to seize the opportunity and contribute…
History-makers Shoalhaven team to beat as Illawarra rugby finals kicks off A Shoalhaven rugby team is making history as they enter the Illawarra rugby finals. The team is considered a strong contender and is expected to be tough to beat. The team’s coach, Miller, expressed confidence in their abilities and emphasized the need to make…
Beyond the Horizon: The Illawarra Mercury’s Fact-Finding Trip to Denmark Recently, the Illawarra Mercury embarked on an exciting one-week fact-finding trip to Denmark. This journey aimed to explore how wind energy is revolutionizing the country’s power consumption and production. Denmark has emerged as a global leader in renewable energy, particularly wind power. In fact, the…
Wollongong cocaine ‘apprentice’ ordered to forfeit $20,000 in drug money In a recent case in Wollongong, Australia, a person known as Bojlevski has been ordered by the court to forfeit $20,000 in drug money. Bojlevski, who was described as a cocaine “apprentice,” was involved in drug-related activities. According to reports, Bojlevski was overheard instructing someone…
A recent survey revealed the suburb in the Illawarra region of New South Wales with the highest number of electric vehicle (EV) owners. According to the study, many local EV owners prefer to charge their cars at home rather than at public charging stations. The report featured an interview with one local EV owner who…
Authorities ‘concerned’ at retired Illawarra teacher’s child sex assault charges A retired teacher from Illawarra, Australia, has been charged with child sex assault, leaving authorities deeply concerned. The Catholic Education Diocese of Wollongong has confirmed the charges and has expressed their commitment to ensuring the safety of children and young people. The name of the…