Wollongong Street Fight Erupted After Man Allegedly Brought Gun to Settle Debt A recent incident in Wollongong, Australia, resulted in a street fight when a man allegedly brought a gun to settle a debt. The 34-year-old individual involved has been charged with several offenses and is yet to enter formal pleas. The charges against the…
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…
Illawarra Housing Values on the Rise this Spring As Spring Arrives, Illawarra Housing Values Continue to Rise Housing values in the Illawarra region are on an upward trend, marking a recovery in the housing market. While values are still 9.4 per cent below the record highs recorded in April last year, the consistent rise 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.
Discover the extraordinary journey of the Butchers as they clinch the Illawarra League Silverware. Unravel the team’s indescribable confidence and innate talent that sets them apart. Experience the thrill of their well-deserved triumph and find out what makes them so special. Read the full story here!
‘Confronting’ road safety rescue for Illawarra’s newest drivers In a recent session aimed at improving road safety for young and inexperienced drivers in the Illawarra region, participants were confronted with the harsh realities of the dangers on the road. One attendee of the session shared her insights, emphasizing that it changed her perspective on driving….
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…
Update on Towradgi Point Footpath Worksite – Wollongong Work has resumed at the Towradgi Point footpath worksite in Wollongong after a temporary pause due to the discovery of Aboriginal cultural heritage items. The Wollongong City Council initiated this project in 2021 to replace the old footpath that had deteriorated over time. During the excavation process,…
Wollongong Hospital Staffing Case: State Denies Nursing Shortfall Breached Union Award The State Government in New South Wales, Australia, has denied allegations of understaffing and breaching the union award at Wollongong Hospital. The dispute arises from claims made by the New South Wales Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) that there is a significant shortage of…
Call for women to join rally when birth trauma inquiry hits Wollongong A group of women in Wollongong is calling for support and participation in a rally to raise awareness about birth trauma. The rally will coincide with the upcoming birth trauma inquiry in the area. The women hope that their voices will finally be…