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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…

Storms Hit the Illawarra Storms Hit the Illawarra Last night, severe storms swept through the Illawarra region, causing widespread disruption and damage. We will provide live updates on breaking news, traffic conditions, and travel alerts from across the Illawarra, the South Coast, and beyond. The storm brought heavy rainfall, strong gusts of wind, and lightning…

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…

Political Alliance of Wollongong Council Independents Comes to an End A long-standing political partnership between City councillors Pat Franks and Alex Darling, both independents, has abruptly come to an end. This alliance, which had lasted for eight years, was a significant presence in the Wollongong council. While the specifics surrounding the dissolution of the political…

How a long-gone rail line – from escarpment to Belmore Basin – shaped Wollongong The article discusses how a rail line that no longer exists played a significant role in shaping the city of Wollongong in Australia. The rail line, which ran from the escarpment to Belmore Basin, was in operation until its closure in…

The Illawarra Employer Providing Housing for Workers to Foster Connection In an effort to address the challenges of loneliness and isolation faced by migrant workers, a company in the Illawarra region has taken a unique approach to support their employees. Warrigal, an employer in the area, has made housing arrangements for their workers to ensure…

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…

Friday Fast Five: Ways to Stay Across Council News – Wollongong The City of Wollongong is bustling with exciting news and updates, and it’s important to stay informed about the latest happenings. Here are five ways you can keep up-to-date with Council news: Sign up for the e-newsletter: By subscribing to the Council’s e-newsletter, you…

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…