Illawarra Mercury
Sunday, 12 May 2024
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Another man has been arrested.
Natalie Croxon
Illawarra doesn't miss out on astonishing light show lighting up Australian night skies.
Tareyn Varley • 19m ago
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Shellharbour and Kiama are in the warning area.
Natalie Croxon
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A person shelters under an umbrella on a rainy day in Shell Cove. File picture by Adam McLean
Big future for neighbourhood cafe on a historical site.
Ben Langford
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At Earth Walker & Co (from left): Eliza Woodward, Talina Wilson and Ciara Kulmar outside the Coledale cafe. Picture by Ben Langford.
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
Workforce shortages and non-invasive technology is being blamed for the Victorian government lowering its target to deliver 240,000 elective surgeries a year.
Callum Godde • 23m ago
Pressure on health services is being blamed for Victoria falling short of elective surgery targets. (HANDOUT/RAMSAY HEALTH CARE)
Proposed laws in Queensland will bring greater scrutiny to IVF and fertility services, as well as the introduction of a donor conception register.
Fraser Barton • 50m ago
Queensland has fallen behind other states in regulating the sector, the health minister said. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Check out how the Mercury captured the fun of the event.
Glen Humphries
Winner of the Comic Gong 13-17 year category of the cosplay competition was Alena Glazunova dressed as Sigewinne. Picture by:Anna Warr
A frustrating evening at Christie Park for Wolves fans.
Jordan Warren
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'Without their help my recovery would have been a whole lot harder.'
Kate McIlwain
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Corrimal man Matt Phillips, who used the Illawarra Heart Health Centre after surgery, and Head of Cardiology Associate Professor Astin Lee. Picture by Sylvia Liber
The plant forms part of Sydney Water's master plan for the Illawarra.
Glen Humphries
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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
It was her debut performance at this level.
Jordan Warren
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Aleah Farrugia has made the NSW team following her stellar performance representing Carmel and Co Shellharbour at the recent Border Challenge Trials. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Feedback being taken on designs for Wollongong, Thirroul.
Ben Langford
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Fire and Rescue NSW has held its annual open day.
Natalie Croxon • 2hrs ago
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Eddie Bailey, 2, at Wollongong Fire and Rescue station. Picture by Robert Peet
'[It was] probably our best performance of the season.'
Jordan Warren
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The Stingrays star and his partner recently welcomed their child
Agron Latifi
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Tom Warner with his daughter Elle Catherine Warner, playing for his beloved Stingrays of Shellharbour and with his partner Tennille Stephens and their daughter.
In the 1940s, the mystery man had Wollongong worried.
Glen Humphries
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Money left in pants pockets was the target of an unusual 1940s Wollongong criminal - the trousers burglar.
The Dragons now sit 5-5 on the season heading into a bye.
Mitch Jennings
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The Dragons celebrate Zac Lomax's crucial two-point field goal on Saturday night. Picture Getty Images
It's the most severe geomagnetic storm since 2003.
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Sam Cascio will represent Australia at the Junior Golf World Cup
Agron Latifi
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Australian Junior Amateur Championship winner Sam Cascio has been selected to represent Australia at this year's Toyota Junior Golf World Cup in Japan. Picture by Dave Tease
They are predicting things will get busier as the rain worsens this afternoon.
Glen Humphries
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A file image of cars drive across a flooded road in Wollongong. Picture by Adam McLean
Victoria's tobacco wars show no signs of abating, with two stores in Melbourne's northwest suffering extensive fire damage after suspected targeted attacks.
Callum Godde • 1hr ago
The peak body representing GPs says the federal budget's $8.5b health cash splash doesn't give enough support to GPs, chronic illnesses and mental health.
Andrew Brown
The government has committed $227 million to open another 29 urgent care clinics funded by Medicare. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)
As well as a federal budget, Australia will get its quarterly check-up on worker wages, business surveys and monthly jobs figures.
Poppy Johnston
The labour market has proved resilient to a slowing economy but there are signs it is softening. (Flavio Brancaleone/AAP PHOTOS)
Jim Chalmers has promised his third budget will deliver a difficult balancing act by fighting inflation while providing significant cost-of-living relief.
Andrew Brown
Jim Chalmers says the cost-of-living relief in the budget will be substantial. (Russell Freeman/AAP PHOTOS)
There are warnings heavy rain could lead to flash flooding as Sydney's Warragamba Dam starts spilling for a second time in little over a month.
Callum Godde
Warragamba Dam is spilling after a more than week of widespread rain across Sydney catchments. (Dan Himbrechts/AAP PHOTOS)
'[It was] probably our best performance of the season.'
Jordan Warren
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The Stingrays star and his partner recently welcomed their child
Agron Latifi
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Tom Warner with his daughter Elle Catherine Warner, playing for his beloved Stingrays of Shellharbour and with his partner Tennille Stephens and their daughter.
The Dragons now sit 5-5 on the season heading into a bye.
Mitch Jennings
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The Dragons celebrate Zac Lomax's crucial two-point field goal on Saturday night. Picture Getty Images
A frustrating evening at Christie Park for Wolves fans.
Jordan Warren
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It was her debut performance at this level.
Jordan Warren
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Aleah Farrugia has made the NSW team following her stellar performance representing Carmel and Co Shellharbour at the recent Border Challenge Trials. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Sam Cascio will represent Australia at the Junior Golf World Cup
Agron Latifi
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Australian Junior Amateur Championship winner Sam Cascio has been selected to represent Australia at this year's Toyota Junior Golf World Cup in Japan. Picture by Dave Tease
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

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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
Tickets are selling fast, says organiser Ben Hampton.
Janine Graham
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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
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Sit back and see the best of New Zealand on this sweeping rail and coach tour.
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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.
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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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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
Illawarra doesn't miss out on astonishing light show lighting up Australian night skies.
Tareyn Varley • 19m ago
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Pictures of the southern lights taken from Kiama on Saturday night by David Finlay, left, and Shyarn Ingram.
Fire and Rescue NSW has held its annual open day.
Natalie Croxon • 2hrs ago
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Eddie Bailey, 2, at Wollongong Fire and Rescue station. Picture by Robert Peet
'[It was] probably our best performance of the season.'
Jordan Warren
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Another man has been arrested.
Natalie Croxon
A forensics officer at the Wollongong train station car park. Picture by Robert Peet
The Stingrays star and his partner recently welcomed their child
Agron Latifi
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Tom Warner with his daughter Elle Catherine Warner, playing for his beloved Stingrays of Shellharbour and with his partner Tennille Stephens and their daughter.
Shellharbour and Kiama are in the warning area.
Natalie Croxon
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A person shelters under an umbrella on a rainy day in Shell Cove. File picture by Adam McLean
In the 1940s, the mystery man had Wollongong worried.
Glen Humphries
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Money left in pants pockets was the target of an unusual 1940s Wollongong criminal - the trousers burglar.
Before news vanishes from your social feed, support our journalism now.
Gayle Tomlinson
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The Illawarra Mercury newsroom is dedicated to telling local stories for local people. Picture by ACM
A joint statement from organisations on the front line of the domestic violence crisis
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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

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The answer may surprise you.
Mark Dapin
Here's the future of holidays in a carbon-zero tourist town.
Craig Tansley
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World first: This incredible town in New Zealand is about to go carbon-zero
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
This is the reason people keep returning to NSW's Central Coast
Get ready for sweeping ocean views from every room.
A stunning resort has just opened on Mexico's Baja California peninsula

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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
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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
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Ellen put her life on hold to date Farmer Todd for reality TV.
Ellen Dunger • 9m ago
Macarthur Anglican and Lithgow High take out interschool competition.
Elka Devney
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Jorga Mackie, Izzabelle Campbell and Thalia Genehan, Macarthur Anglican School, Cobbitty, reigned supreme in the Interschool Competition. Picture by Elka Devney
Talkook and Bauer dominated the Border Leicester ring in Dubbo.
Elka Devney
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Kylie and Scott Anderson Talkook Border Leicesters, Lost River, with best Border Leicester sheep in show Talkook 40. Picture by Elka Devney
Tickets are selling fast, says organiser Ben Hampton.
Janine Graham
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Study reveals more of us are prone to disorganisation at home.
Linley Wilkie
Aussies are battling to cut the clutter
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

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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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