Illawarra Mercury
Wednesday, 8 May 2024
The man later allegedly told police he 'just needed more money'.
Connor Pearce • 2hrs ago
Students hungry, broke and burnt-out, UOW research shows.
Kate McIlwain
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Joshua Ulbrich won the National Professional Driver of the Year.
Joel Ehsman
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Joshua Ulbrich in his pink T909. Picture by Adam McLean
It was 1000 degrees in the home as firefighters looked for the dog.
Nadine Morton
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A firefighter giving Scooby the miniature dachshund oxygen therapy after the dog was trapped in a house fire in Kiama on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Picture supplied
Premiership winner Trent Merrin has re-listed his home.
Brendan Crabb
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Dragons legend Trent Merrin (pictured) has re-listed his Shellharbour home. Pictures: File image, Supplied
'Library books don't cause harm but bigots do,' MP said.
Anna Houlahan
Cumberland councillor Steve Christou with the cover of Same-sex Parents by Holly Duhig, a book banned under a move by the council. Picture Cumberland City Council Facebook/Amazon
An AI-generated photo of Katy Perry even tricked her mother.
Carla Mascarenhas • 47m ago
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An AI-generated image of Katy Perry at the Met Gala has been going viral on social media. Picture: X
And the body is found smack-bang on the Wombarra green.
Ben Langford
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Central Coast man's violent night out in Wollongong.
Connor Pearce
Zayne Taki was sentenced to up to 30 months behind bars after a violent brawl in Wollongong's CBD when he turned on two bystanders trying to help. Picture by ACM
A trial date has been set for 2025.
Connor Pearce Grace Crivellaro
The Dragons host the Rabbitohs at Kogarah on Saturday.
Mitch Jennings • 50m ago
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Frank Dragons captain Ben Hunt hasn't minced words in describing his last-start effort. Picture by Anna Warr.
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Gayle Tomlinson
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The Illawarra Mercury newsroom is dedicated to telling local stories for local people. Picture by ACM
Almost $6 million will be spent on facility upgrades.
Jordan Warren
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Flinders Oval, the home of Stingrays of Shellharbour RLFC will, is one of the facilities included in NSW Government's latest $30 million program to enhance female sport. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Paul 'Ernie' Andrews' son remembers his dad as the "best father".
Natalie Croxon
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Woman's community housing provider said she'd have to keep waiting.
Nadine Morton
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Wilhelmina Lee, aged 85 years, in her flood-soaked community housing unit in Tarrawanna on May 2, 2024. Picture by Anna Warr
The man appealed convictions for assaulting his niece.
Natalie Croxon
They are among 52 public schools statewide.
Natalie Croxon
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Whitlam MP Stephen Jones, Barrack Heights Public School leaders An Nguyen and Annabel Harris, principal Skye Ramsay, and Karen Brown from the NSW Department of Education on the basketball court which is in line to receive a shelter overhead. Picture by Robert Peet
The government announced changes to the HECS system on Sunday.
Joel Ehsman
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Ela Akyol, from the Wollongong Undergraduate Student Union in 2023. Picture by Adam McLean
Opportunities present themselves at career expo.
Joel Ehsman
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Licence from Riyadh a step closer to investment in the kingdom.
Ben Langford
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A Memorandum of Understanding is signed between the Saudi Ministry of Investment and UOW in Riyadh. Picture: Arab News.
In 1871 a man swore he saw a gorilla in the bush at Dapto.
Glen Humphries
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In 1871 hotel owner George Osborne swore he saw a gorilla in the bush at Dapto.
'The world has become a darker place for us.'
Anna Houlahan
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A 30 per cent discount has been offered until stock depletes.
Anna Houlahan • 38m ago
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Deeds Brewing signage in Glen Iris, Melbourne. Picture Instagram
Family members of victims and survivors were in a packed court.
Anna Falkenmire
Brett Andrew Button, 59, at Newcastle court last month. Picture by Marina Neil
'Scared the living daylights out of me.'
Jessica Belzycki
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The earthquake had a depth of 78 kilometres. Picture Google Images
The costumes, key changes and campiness are back!
Ayden Dawkins
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Electric Fields performing One Milkali (One Blood) for Australia at the First Semi-Final at Malm Arena. Picture by Corinne Cumming / EBU
The Dragons host the Rabbitohs at Kogarah on Saturday.
Mitch Jennings • 50m ago
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$3.5 million will be invested into Lakelands Oval in Dapto.
Jordan Warren • 1hr ago
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The Illawarra Stingrays finally has a ground to call home, Lakelands Oval in Dapto. Picture by Sylvia Liber
'It was a really nice win for myself.'
Jordan Warren • 2hrs ago
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Harry Keats starred at the recent Australian Little Athletics Championships in Adelaide. Pictures supplied
Felicity Turner is on the cusp of making the Australian team
Agron Latifi • 2hrs ago
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Suli has completed his mandatory 11-day stand-down
Mitch Jennings
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Moses Suli has been recalled for the Dragons after completing his 11-day stand-down under concussion protocols. Picture Getty Images
Almost $6 million will be spent on facility upgrades.
Jordan Warren
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Flinders Oval, the home of Stingrays of Shellharbour RLFC will, is one of the facilities included in NSW Government's latest $30 million program to enhance female sport. Picture by Sylvia Liber
A potential fight in Wollongong is not yet off the table.
Mitch Jennings
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Sam Goodman (main) could be looking to produce a monstrous upset against Japanese star Naoya Inoue at the Tokyo Dome - the scene of boxing's most famous upset (inset).

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Premiership winner Trent Merrin has re-listed his home.
Brendan Crabb
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Dragons legend Trent Merrin (pictured) has re-listed his Shellharbour home. Pictures: File image, Supplied
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Enchantingly peaceful
Some interest rate relief for Illawarra home owners.
Brendan Crabb
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The five questions you need answered on the RBA decision today.
Jen Melocco
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The RBA governor Michele Bullock announced that the cash rate has been held in May.. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
However, his 'Villa Carla' mansion is still on the market.
Brendan Crabb
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Vito Pennimpede (inset) and the Unanderra sites. Pictures: Supplied, File image
Kaz Cooke and Judith Lucy are coming to Wollongong Town Hall for a hormonal night out.
Karen Hardy
Will the Volk make a guest appearance at the Gong gig?
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UFC star Alex Volkanovski, second from the right, has appeared with Sooshi Mango. Screen shot via YouTube
The artist tries and tries again in experimental new collection.
Tareyn Varley
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Hannah Barclay with a piece from her solo exhibition Gone Is the Night.
Not even a $300k offer could lure the owner away from her new space.
Tareyn Varley
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Duck in Heaven owner Jeni Sae-Yang, left, and Celia Chan, who teachers the dumpling cooking classes. Pictures by Anna Warr
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Wednesday, 8 May 2024

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For enough funds for your retirement, financial planner Cheryl Haines has some tips.
Sit back and see the best of New Zealand on this sweeping rail and coach tour.
Emma Brown
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Queenstown on the shores of Lake Wakatipu. Picture Shutterstock
Travel through the Panama Canal on a ship built for maximum enjoyment.
Emma Brown
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Colourful houses Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. Picture Shutterstock

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A 30 per cent discount has been offered until stock depletes.
Anna Houlahan • 38m ago
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But the cost of housing could hold the region back.
Connor Pearce
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The Illawarra is forecast to add another 22,000 jobs in the next five years, with transport, postal and warehousing and manufacturing some of the key sectors. Picture by Anna Warr/Graphic by ACM
Taking a 'district approach' to cut costs and keep bars open.
Connor Pearce
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24 Hour Economy Commissioner Michael Rodrigues speaks to an event for nightlife businesses in 2023 alongside Wollongong Lord Mayor Gordon Bradbery. Picture supplied
This deal is the very definition of the phrase 'picking winners'.
Simon Cowan
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers has wheeled out more rhetorical flourishes this week. Picture by Gary Ramage
The awards celebrate excellence across a diverse range of businesses.
All the winners at the 2024 Illawarra Women in Business Awards
The Dragons host the Rabbitohs at Kogarah on Saturday.
Mitch Jennings • 50m ago
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Frank Dragons captain Ben Hunt hasn't minced words in describing his last-start effort. Picture by Anna Warr.
The man remains behind bars.
Connor Pearce Grace Crivellaro • 1hr ago
A stock photo of a person using a mobile phone. Picture from file
$3.5 million will be invested into Lakelands Oval in Dapto.
Jordan Warren • 1hr ago
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The man later allegedly told police he 'just needed more money'.
Connor Pearce • 2hrs ago
Brad Takkenberg was refused bail after being arrested for allegedly detaining a man who baulked at a Wollongong prostitute's fee. Picture supplied
'It was a really nice win for myself.'
Jordan Warren • 2hrs ago
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Harry Keats starred at the recent Australian Little Athletics Championships in Adelaide. Pictures supplied
Joshua Ulbrich won the National Professional Driver of the Year.
Joel Ehsman
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Joshua Ulbrich in his pink T909. Picture by Adam McLean
Before news vanishes from your social feed, support our journalism now.
Gayle Tomlinson
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A joint statement from organisations on the front line of the domestic violence crisis
Picture: Shutterstock
Learning a person's life story is beneficial for both the storyteller and the listener.
Patrick Reid
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Learning a person's life story is immensely beneficial for both the storyteller and the listener. Picture: Shutterstock
Working to close gaps in the support system for people experiencing suicidality and alcohol and drug use
Jo Riley
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Support is available when you need it. Picture supplied
With climate change, we're likely to see events like this happen with more frequency.
Greg Doyle, Wollongong City Council General Manager
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Greg Doyle, Wollongong City Council general manager. Picture by Adam McLean

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Lisbon, and other picket-friendly places to explore in Europe.
Akash Arora
The best of the west just got closer.
Ute Junker
West side story: Meet Margaret River's new hotspot
But the best is yet to come.
Rob McFarland
A stunning hotel with water views has opened in the heart of Auckland
Shut up and take my money.
Kristie Kellahan
'Are you sure about taking that cab? Do you trust it?'
Akash Arora
Self-driving Waymo cabs are freely roaming the streets of Los Angeles and San Francisco in California, and Phoenix in Arizona.
An extraordinary tree is at the root of many excellent experiences.
Kate Armstrong
Forget Lisbon - this is the Portuguese destination you should be visiting
Swap big-city thrills in Canada for the charms of country Quebec.
Sarah Maguire
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Destination next: The Canadian hotspot that belongs on your bucket list

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Car Expert
The Porsche Taycan has been recalled in Australia as over time the electric sedan's battery could pose a fire risk.
Jordan Mulach
The Mercedes-Benz E-Class range has been reduced to just one model with the launch of the latest generation. It's priced from $131,500 before on-roads.
William Stopford
With the new Symbioz, Renault has added another car to its ever-growing lineup of crossovers, but it's unclear if it'll arrive in Australia.
Derek Fung
Renault Symbioz: New crossover slots in above Captur
Contrary to popular opinion, it isn't illegal for L-platers to use cruise control in Australia... though it mightn't be the best idea.
Matt Campbell
Is it legal for learner drivers to use cruise control?
Insurer Allianz says it has already stopped fraudsters who have used AI to doctor images and submit phoney insurance claims.
Max Davies
How AI is being used to commit car insurance fraud
The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
Therese Murray
Proposed law changes to reduce financial elder abuse.
Eileen Wood
The Standing Council of Attorneys-General is looking into changes to financial Enduring Powers of Attorney. Picture Shutterstock
Persistence has paid off for veterans golfer Rita Gounder.
Rowan Cowley
Rita Gounder is Western Sydney Region Veteran Golf Association's ladies player of the year. Picture supplied
The Land
Grain prices - especially globally - have been volatile in recent weeks.
Stefan Vogel, Rabobank
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Gun shearer sets women's world record.
Georgia Cameron
Jeanine Kimm attempting the first ever women's world record for an eight-hour Merino ewe shear. Picture by Chloe Whitfield CCG Photography.
Motions that matter: How the CWA of NSW voted during its 2024 AGM.
Jamie Brown
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Bakery judges with the CWA Vivienne Beaumont from Wingham branch, with Ellice Schrader, Cessnock branch, inspecting cakes during the AGM.
And here's some delicious recipes from Sarah Pound.
Karen Hardy
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Not even a $300k offer could lure the owner away from her new space.
Tareyn Varley
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Duck in Heaven owner Jeni Sae-Yang, left, and Celia Chan, who teachers the dumpling cooking classes. Pictures by Anna Warr

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It was a contentious event which cost Wollongong businesses $11.5 million in trade.
Desiree Savage
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Here's seven places to find a tasty G&T in Wollongong.
Desiree Savage
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April and Mark Greenfeld of Wolf and Woman, the Illawarra's newest gin distillery. The Bellambi operation will be open to the public in the later half of 2022. Picture: Robert Peet

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