Teacher aides play a crucial role in supporting students and teachers in Illawarra schools. One such example is Mrs Botes, a dedicated and beloved teacher aide who has earned the appreciation and love of the children she works with. The Illawarra schools are grateful for the invaluable contributions made by teacher aides like Mrs Botes….
Expanding on “Life in a Foreign University | How Australia’s University of Wollongong Shaping My Leadership Skills” The article tells the story of a student named Shaurya Kansal and his experience studying abroad at the University of Wollongong in Australia. Shaurya comes from a humble family in Meerut, India, and had the opportunity to study…
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…
In a disturbing incident in Wollongong, a woman’s train journey turned into a nightmare when she encountered a sex offender. The incident involved a man who was charged with several offenses, including sexual assault, common assault, and drug use. The woman, who was traveling alone, experienced harassment and inappropriate behavior from the offender. This unfortunate…
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…
Illawarra Premier League Team of the Season: Who Makes the Cut? The Illawarra Premier League has reached its finals stage, and the Mercury has announced their team of the season. The squad was selected based on performances throughout the 22-game regular season, with players representing seven out of the 12 IPL teams. The team consists…
Future of Wollongong and Shellharbour pound still unknown In a recent interview, a spokesperson for the Wollongong and Shellharbour pounds expressed uncertainty about the facilities’ future. The pound plays a vital role in helping people surrender their pets for various reasons, such as moving to a new property that doesn’t allow pets, or as a…
Your Complete Guide to the Illawarra Premier League Finals Games The Illawarra Premier League is about to kick off their finals games, and it promises to be an exciting competition for soccer fans. With several strong teams competing for the coveted title, the stakes are high, and the battle on the pitch is expected to…
On deer policy, Wollongong council ‘passes the buck’ to state body The Wollongong council has decided to pass the responsibility for deer management to a state body, causing some controversy. Cr Mithra Cox has expressed concern about the decision, stating that the council has allocated a significant amount of money for pest management programs, and…
According to a recent article from The Leader, new trains to Wollongong and beyond may not be running until 2025. The article mentions that there are improvements planned for these new trains. These improvements include wider and more spacious two-by-two seating with armrests, tray tables, and high seat backs. Additionally, the new trains will have…