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…
Retired Illawarra Teacher Charged with Historic Child Sex Abuse A retired teacher from Illawarra has been charged with historic child sex abuse. The alleged incident occurred several decades ago and involves a former student. According to the police, the incident took place during a camp held on the school grounds sometime in the past. 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…
Metal Bank Limited recently presented an overview and progress updates on its copper, cobalt, and gold projects during its September 2023 investor presentation, highlighting sustainable mining practices and robust growth strategies.
Discover the winner of the renowned $20k watercolour prize at Wollongong Art Gallery. “Blue Girl in the Sun” triumphed in the FLOW competition, honoring the art of watercolour painting. Celebrating innovation and creativity, the event attracts talented artists from across Australia. Learn more about this impressive winning artwork here!
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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…
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…
New eatery Lil Mah’s is already a hit with the vego’s of Wollongong Lil Mah’s, a new eatery in Wollongong, is gaining popularity among the vegetarian and vegan community in the area. With a diverse menu offering a range of delicious plant-based options, the restaurant has quickly become a favorite for those looking for meat-free…
Illawarra Academy of Sport Appoints New Chief The Illawarra Academy of Sport (IAS) has recently announced the appointment of its new chief, who is expected to bring fresh perspectives and expertise to the organization. The appointment comes as part of the academy’s ongoing efforts to maximize athlete potential, promote inclusivity, and enhance its overall reputation…
Where the Illawarra’s Top Chefs Go for Coffee, Cheap Eats, and Fine Food Ever wondered where the Illawarra’s top chefs like to eat, drink, and play in their downtime? We asked eight of them for their favorite spots in the region, and here are their answers: Daniel Sherley, Debutant Favorite Coffee Spot: Opus on Keira…