• Moonlight Movie returns to Corrimal’s Ziems Park this weekend

    MOONLIGHT Movies are back for 2019 with The Never Ending Story to play on the big screen this Saturday February 16 at Robert Ziems Park, Corrimal. The cult classic was adapted from Michael Ende’s children’s book…

  • Greens call for frequent “all-stop” trains

    THE Greens have called for a public transport master plan for the Illawarra, including a feasibility study into “local-all-stops trains”, every 10 to 15 minutes. Currently there is just one “local all-stops train” available…

  • Scorcher prompts extended beach patrol hours with flags up to 7pm

    THERE will be extra time for a swim today, with temperatures expected to climb into the high 30s along the Illawarra’s northern beaches. A Severe Fire Danger Rating is in place for City of…

  • Celebrations for Bulli Hospital’s 125th anniversary, as closure draws near

    WITH the countdown on for the closing of the original Bulli Hospital, preparations are well-underway to celebrate its 125 years of service. To help celebrate the 125 years and the closure of the original…

  • Forum to discuss impact of coal mining on water catchment areas

    AN expert panel will speak about impacts of coal mining on water catchments at a “Protect Our Water” Forum in Wollongong on Wednesday. Illawarra Residents for Responsible Mining spokesman Gavin Workman said the forum…

  • Urban greening strategy underway

    NORTHERN suburbs’ residents have identified the need for more shade trees in Charles Harper Park, Helensburgh and Thirroul Beach Park. Community feedback is sought as part of Wollongong City Council’s Urban Greening Strategy to…

  • Labor promises $5M investment in escarpment walking tracks

    WALKING tracks through the Illawarra escarpment will receive a $5 million investment if Labor is elected to government at the March 23 State poll. Shadow Minister for the Illawarra and Keira MP, Ryan Park…

  • Expect delays on Sea Cliff Bridge today, tomorrow

    THE Roads and Maritime Service (RMS) warns of delays on Lawrence Hargrave Drive today and tomorrow (Thursday and Friday) while crossing the Sea Cliff Bridge. The RMS is carrying out maintenance work between 9am…

  • Nina helps launch floating beach wheelchair at Bulli

    WITH the continuing hot weather Nina Crumpton was looking forward to testing the new floating beach wheelchair launched at Bulli Surf Lifesaving Club today. It marked a huge day for Nina as she has…