Illawarra Mercury
Saturday, 11 May 2024
Feedback being taken on designs for Wollongong, Thirroul.
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'I love you more than anything,' he told her.
Grace Crivellaro
The encampment was set up on Wednesday, May 8.
Joel Ehsman
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Megan Guy at the Gaza Solidarity Encampment. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Plus, what's to come for the Illawarra in next week's federal budget.
Connor Pearce
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Ed Husic, industry and science minister, with Cunningham MP Alison Byrnes and Hysata CEO Paul Barrett at the company's manufacturing plant in Port Kembla. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Meanwhile, Sam Armytage's beach house remains on the market.
Brendan Crabb
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21 Cyrus Street, Hyams Beach sold for $5 million. Picture: Supplied
A day after setting up a trap, wildlife officers have captured a three metre crocodile in a north Queensland marina - but not the one they targeted.
Laine Clark
A big croc snared near a Queensland marina is the second this week. (HANDOUT/DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT, SCIENCE AND INNOVATION)
Almost 18 months after the tragedy, a memorial for two young constables gunned down in cold blood in rural Queensland has been unveiled.
Laine Clark
A memorial for two young constables gunned down has been unveiled at Dalby Police Station. (Supplied/AAP PHOTOS)
The really heavy rainfall forecast to hit on Saturday.
Cars drive across a flooded road in Wollongong. Picture by Adam McLean
Woman bursts into tears in courtroom after decision handed down.
Belad Al-Karkhey
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Former NRL player George Burgess has been found not guilty of groping a woman. Picture by Dean Lewins, AAP PHOTOS
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Five ambulances and three fire trucks have been called in.
Nadine Morton
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Officers are appealing to the public for help.
Nadine Morton
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Towradgi Beach Hotel. Picture by Google Street View
The group is calling for an end to arms exports to Israel.
Connor Pearce
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Safaa Rayan said her relatives in Gaza have contracted hepatitis A due to the lack of food and sanitation. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Comic Gong is being held across the Wollongong CBD on Saturday.
Joel Ehsman
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This character from the Transformers film series will be at Comic Gong this weekend. Picture by Sylvia Liber
ViewJobs: Getting high-calibre bums on seats quickly
Jacinta Dickins
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She armed herself with a broken beer bottle.
Grace Crivellaro
Angela Knapton. Picture from Facebook
The Hawks captain has inked a three-year contract extension.
Mitch Jennings
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The 18-year-old made his A-League debut for Sydney FC this season
Agron Latifi
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Zach De Jesus. Picture by Robert Peet
Three men are now before the courts in relation to this incident.
Nadine Morton
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A NSW Police officer. File picture by Marina Neil
Two men have already been arrested after the violent street brawl.
Nadine Morton
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CCTV images of a male police would like to speak to following a violent street brawl in Wollongong on January 1, 2024, where two teenagers were stabbed. Pictures supplied
The Wolves coach has one eye on next year's NST competition
Agron Latifi
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Police are calling for the public's help to find these wanted people.
Nadine Morton
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Jessica Calvert, James Morris, Ricky Walker and Joshua Connelly are on the run from police. Pictures by Lake Illawarra Police District
The plant forms part of Sydney Water's master plan for the Illawarra.
Glen Humphries
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A Sydney Water master plan for the Illawarra aims for a reduced reliance on Cordeax dams and others in the region. File photo by Sylvia Liber
Police said the death was not being treated as suspicious.
Anna Houlahan Carla Mascarenhas
Australia gathers to honour memory of 'Dolly' Everett.
Annie Hesse
When she was little, Dolly Everett was the face of an Akubra hat advertisement.
The school was criticised by a parent for its response.
Carla Mascarenhas
Catholic College Wodonga said the school investigated the matter immediately. Picture: Google Maps
A survey found 70 per cent Australians own pre-loved items.
Jessica Belzycki
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One third of Australians surveyed purchase pre-loved fashion to avoid fast fashion. Picture Canva images
Millennials were most likely to contribute regularly to charity.
Georgina Sebar
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Australians are giving less to charity as the cost of living crisis worsens. Picture by Shutterstock
The 18-year-old made his A-League debut for Sydney FC this season
Agron Latifi
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The Hawks captain has inked a three-year contract extension.
Mitch Jennings
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Tyler Harvey has extended his tenure in Wollongong to seven years after inking a fresh three-year contract extension with the Hawks. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Mitchell returns from a month's layoff against the Dragons.
Mitch Jennings
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Dragons coach Shane Flanagan says the Rabbitohs offer more to worry about than just Latrell Mitchell. Picture Getty Images
The Wolves coach has one eye on next year's NST competition
Agron Latifi
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The deal will see Harvey extend Hawks stay into a seventh season
Agron Latifi
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Tyler Harvey will return to Wollongong after re-signing with the Illawarra Hawks for a further three years. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Stuart Beedie's side tackle South Coast United in round nine.
Jordan Warren
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One of the region's young guns Nic Tomasiello has featured heavily for Port Kembla in the Illawarra Premier League in 2024. Picture by Anna Warr
They're all for tackling the issue until it hits their bottom line.
Tim Costello
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Swans and Giants players, coaches and umpires form a circle as a show of support against gender-based violence before the round eight AFL match at the SCG on May 4. Picture Getty Images

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Meanwhile, Sam Armytage's beach house remains on the market.
Brendan Crabb
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Is the suburb a 'sleeping giant' of the region's property market?
Brendan Crabb
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The property at 3 Arnold Crescent, Lake Heights is due to be auctioned on May 31. Picture: Supplied
It's inevitable there will be some pivot back to units.
Martin Kelly
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Median capital city house prices are now 45 per cent greater than apartments. Pic: Shutterstock
'It's spectacular, and it's been beautifully renovated.'
Brendan Crabb
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'They were in awe of the space, refurbishment and quality.'
Brendan Crabb
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The property, located at 12 Young Street, Coledale recently sold for $2.8 million. Picture: Supplied
'All of the fixtures, fittings and appliances are high-end.'
Brendan Crabb
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38A Kanangra Drive, Thirroul is now on the market. Pictures: Supplied
Comic Gong is being held across the Wollongong CBD on Saturday.
Joel Ehsman
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This character from the Transformers film series will be at Comic Gong this weekend. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Weather cuts four events from Comic Gong program.
Joel Ehsman
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Wollongong Lord Mayor Gordon Bradbery wields a light sabre with his stormtrooper mate as the city gears up for another Comic Gong. Picture by Wollongong City Council
The historic building gets a new life as an events space.
Connor Pearce
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Erica Warren inside the recently opened Co-Op Gerringong. Picture by ACM
NSW ski resorts are one month away from opening day.
Brittney Levinson
Thredbo's Alpine Coaster is slated to open for the 2024 snow season. Picture supplied
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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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Plus, what's to come for the Illawarra in next week's federal budget.
Connor Pearce
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The historic building gets a new life as an events space.
Connor Pearce
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Erica Warren inside the recently opened Co-Op Gerringong. Picture by ACM
The company recently completed Australia's largest clean tech Series B fundraising round.
Connor Pearce
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Hysata CEO Paul Barrett said the company's $172m funding boost would go towards expanding the company's Port Kembla base. Picture supplied
Women still only make up 13.3 per cent of the construction workforce.
Murray Vitlich
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Picture by Anna Warr
A 30 per cent discount has been offered until stock depletes.
Anna Houlahan
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Deeds Brewing signage in Glen Iris, Melbourne. Picture Instagram
Feedback being taken on designs for Wollongong, Thirroul.
Ben Langford • 1hr ago
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Skateboarders Felicity Turner and Toby Smith at Thirroul Beach. Picture by Adam McLean.
'I love you more than anything,' he told her.
Grace Crivellaro
The 18-year-old made his A-League debut for Sydney FC this season
Agron Latifi
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Zach De Jesus. Picture by Robert Peet
The Hawks captain has inked a three-year contract extension.
Mitch Jennings
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Tyler Harvey has extended his tenure in Wollongong to seven years after inking a fresh three-year contract extension with the Hawks. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Comic Gong is being held across the Wollongong CBD on Saturday.
Joel Ehsman
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This character from the Transformers film series will be at Comic Gong this weekend. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Three men are now before the courts in relation to this incident.
Nadine Morton
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A NSW Police officer. File picture by Marina Neil
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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The teardrop-shaped island teems with wildlife.
Natascha Mirosch
This trip to the region is all about the chocolate and cheese.
Janet Stone
Seasonal surprise: There's more to Adelaide Hills than world-class wine
Follow in the footsteps of the Bridgertons in Bath, UK.
Mark Dapin
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A tour of Bridgerton's filming locations - just in time for season three
At this gorgeous retreat you're a million miles from care.
Mike Smith
Get ready for sweeping ocean views from every room.
A stunning resort has just opened on Mexico's Baja California peninsula
Lisbon, and other picket-friendly places to explore in Europe.
Akash Arora
Holidays in Europe can break the bank, but not if you visit these places
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

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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
It was quality over quantity in the breed classes.
Rebecca Nadge
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There was a strong sale at Carcoar on Friday.
Alexandra Bernard
Vendor Andrew Hall, Five Bears Pastoral Co, Parkes, with his 24 Angus/Limousin steers, 278kg, sold for $1070, and Kevin Miller Whitty Lennon and Co agent Ryan Browne. Photo supplied by KMWL.
The stud claimed a string of broadribbons.
Rebecca Nadge
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James Gilmore, Tattykeel Poll Dorsets, Black Springs, with judge Lochie Ramm, Bo-Bar Poll Dorsets, Braidwood, and the supreme exhibit. Picture by Rebecca Nadge.
Millennials were most likely to contribute regularly to charity.
Georgina Sebar
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The perfect comfort food in this cooler weather.
Kate McIlwain
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Warm cinnamon doughtnuts from Yachies, in Wollongong Harbour. Picture by Robert Peet
And here's some delicious recipes from Sarah Pound.
Karen Hardy
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Try Sarah Pound's express family lamb moussaka for dinner tonight. Picture by Mark Roper

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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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