Summer holidays in idyllic Illawarra town inspire bestselling YA author’s latest mystery The latest mystery novel from a bestselling young adult (YA) author has been inspired by summer holidays spent in the idyllic Illawarra town. The novel, aimed at older kids, follows the adventures of Callie, a tween-aged girl, who teams up with her nemesis…
In a recent development, one of the main players involved in the Wollongong cocaine ring has made a bid for bail. Currently facing a total of 25 charges, the individual is accused of serious drug-related offenses including supplying indictable and commercial quantities of prohibited drugs, directing criminal group activities, and operating a drug premises. The…
Expanded News Article Commercial Fishing Industry Condemns Offshore Windfarm Proposal for Hunter and Illawarra Region Date: October 12, 2022 Source: National Tribune The NSW commercial fishing community has expressed its strong opposition to the Federal Government’s proposal to install windfarms in both the Hunter and Illawarra regions. Tricia Beatty, the Chief Executive Officer of the…
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…
A former Lake Illawarra police officer has been found guilty of assaulting a teen, signaling a landmark verdict in the pursuit of justice. The incident involved the officer forcefully slamming the victim’s head into concrete and applying pressure on his neck. This case highlights the need for police accountability and reform. The outcome could inspire other victims of police misconduct to come forward and demand justice.
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…
Wollongong’s Beachfront Filipino-Fusion Cafe Everyone Will Want to Know About In Wollongong, a beachfront Filipino-fusion cafe called 10orio Kitchen has been gaining attention and popularity among locals. The cafe was started by a talented entrepreneur who previously ran her own bake shop and delivered cakes, pastries, and Filipino dishes to her customers. Due to the…
In a recent news article, the heroic actions of an Illawarra firefighter are highlighted. This firefighter played a crucial role in the search and rescue efforts following a devastating earthquake. As the earthquake had caused extensive damage to buildings and structures, the task of locating survivors trapped beneath the rubble was immensely challenging. To aid…
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,…
Wollongong Boy Band Shines on The Voice The Wollongong boy band consisting of Tyler Wade, Harry Herbert, Emerson Garcia, Kye Spindler, and Jai Ellevsen continues to make waves after their latest appearance on the popular singing competition, The Voice. The talented group, all aged between 17 and 18, captured the attention of viewers and judges…