That stings: Illawarra Airbnb host forced to refund guest who got tick bite An Airbnb host in Illawarra was recently compelled to provide a refund to a guest who claimed to have been bitten by a tick during their stay. Despite the unusual circumstances, Airbnb ruled in favor of the guest and required the host…
Disqualified Illawarra driver thought he could skate around the law. He was wrong A driver in Illawarra, Australia appeared in Wollongong Local Court on Monday and pleaded guilty to a charge of driving while disqualified. The driver, whose name is Moore, had his lawyer, Cameron Meaney, claiming that Moore had already paid $2,000 in fines…
The Wrap Around: The key match-ups that will decide Saturday’s Illawarra Rugby League grand final The grand final of the Illawarra Rugby League is set to be an intense showdown with several key match-ups that will be vital in determining the outcome of the game. While there are many exciting clashes to look forward to,…
Lightning Strikes in Illawarra Almost 300 lightning strikes hit the Illawarra during storm’s fury According to reports, a severe storm hit the Illawarra region on the evening of Tuesday, August 22, resulting in nearly 300 lightning strikes in close proximity to Albion Park. The majority of the strikes occurred in areas such as Dapto, Port…
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…
Warriors coach Andrew Webster explains surprise positional switch ahead of clash with St George Illawarra Dragons Warriors coach Andrew Webster has made a surprising positional switch in the team’s run-on 13 for their upcoming clash against the St George Illawarra Dragons. Josh Curran will start in the second row on the left edge, replacing Jackson…
How Libby Ruge’s memory will live on at her Wollongong high school The tragic incident involving Libby Ruge, Tye West, and Eva Harrison has left a lasting impact on the community, particularly at their Wollongong high school. The person responsible for the accident, Jaskaran Singh, has been found guilty of dangerous driving causing Libby’s death,…
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…
Hey Illawarra, Walk With Me to Help Those Struggling Last week, an interesting story came across our news desk that compelled me to pay attention. It’s a story that involves walking and supporting those in need. I was so moved by this cause that I decided to sign up, and now I’m reaching out to…
Future of Animal Pound in Illawarra in Jeopardy as RSPCA Contract Ends The future of the animal pound in Illawarra is uncertain as the contract between the RSPCA and Illawarra Council comes to an end. This has raised concerns about the welfare of abandoned or lost animals in the region. The Illawarra pound has been…