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Controversial Rapper 360 to Tour Australia and Stop by Wollongong in November Australian rapper 360, also known as Matt Colwell, is embarking on an extensive tour following the success of his sold-out shows in June. The tour will begin in Victoria and then move on to Queensland, New South Wales, and the Australian Capital Territory…

Wollongong Skies: A Sight to Behold The skies over Wollongong, a coastal city located in New South Wales, Australia, have always been a stunning display of natural beauty. From glorious sunrises to vibrant sunsets, these skies never fail to captivate residents and visitors alike. The region’s unique geographical location, nestled between the Illawarra Escarpment and…

How Wollongong Olympic’s Sandy Lowcock Triumphed Over Cancer When Sandy Lowcock, a member of the Wollongong Olympics team, received the news that she had successfully overcome cancer, it came as a surprise to her. She revealed in an interview that she had not spent much time contemplating the outcome of her scans. It was only…

Phebra and University of Wollongong Join Forces to Develop Cancer Therapies Pharmaceutical company Phebra has recently announced a groundbreaking six-year collaboration with the University of Wollongong (UOW) in Australia. This partnership aims to advance the development of innovative cancer therapies, offering new hope in the fight against this devastating disease. Phebra is a leading player…

Australian TV stars gather in Thirroul for premiere of Illawarra-filmed series Thirroul, a coastal town in New South Wales, Australia, recently hosted the star-studded premiere of a new television series that was filmed in the Illawarra region. The event drew prominent TV stars from across the country. The report mentions that the producers of the…

Man Missing from Wollongong Located A man who was reported missing in the Wollongong area has been located safe and sound. The 63-year-old man was last seen at a home on Woodlawn Avenue in Mangerton and was believed to have left around 3:30 am on Thursday, August 24, 2023. Once Wollongong Police District was notified…

Wollongong Home to be Auctioned on Father’s Day as Spring Selling Season Begins The spring selling season has commenced in Wollongong, Australia, with a spacious property set to be auctioned on Father’s Day. The property is described as being large enough to accommodate two dwellings and is located in a quiet area close to various…

‘Boutique’ North Wollongong Apartment Block Faces Rejection A proposed apartment block in North Wollongong is facing potential rejection due to concerns over its size. The development consists of ten units, with one unit designated for the applicant and their family, and the remaining units varying between three and four bedrooms. Notably, no one or two-bedroom…

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…