Illawarra Mercury
Friday 6 September 2024
Emergency services found the car down a four-metre embankment.
Nadine Morton • 47m ago
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The long-awaited centre is officially opening.
Natalie Croxon
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'I'm sad because it kind of makes me feel like his life meant nothing.'
Grace Crivellaro
Traynor Walters (inset) and his family, daughter Taylor Walters (second from left) and mother Marty Rogers (second from right) outside court on September 5. Picture by ACM
He won an appeal and was granted a tow-truck licence.
Glen Humphries
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A Wollongong man won an appeal and got a tow-truck certificate despite a poor driving history that included burnouts.
Find out more about the Coledale home's intriguing history.
Brendan Crabb
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The home, pictured in 1951. Picture: Supplied
The bikie kingpin has lived overseas since 2018.
Anna Houlahan • 8m ago
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Angelo Pandeli wearing a shirt reading 'Hells Angels Belgium' (inset) and an Australian Federal Police officer in uniform. Picture Angelo Pandeli Instagram/file
The host takes leave in September to return part-time.
Anna Houlahan • 2hrs ago
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Sunrise presenter Edwina Bartholomew announced her cancer diagnosis on breakfast television. Picture Sunrise
Traffic, travel and breaking news in the Illawarra and beyond.
Nadine Morton
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Pictured clockwise from top left, Antonio Desisto, Gabby McLennan, Lily Van de Putte, Summer Williams and Tyrese Bechard were killed in a horror road crash at Buxton on September 6, 2022.
Baggy clothes had helped her control when the news got out.
Ben Langford
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The proposal could double the number of vehicle movements compared to what is there now.
Glen Humphries
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Architect drawings of a 10-townhouse development proposed across three lots of a suburban Corrimal street.
Exclusive
Expansion of 'gold standard' maternity care to reduce birth trauma.
Kate McIlwain
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'I'm gonna say it, we're gonna bring the championship back here'
Agron Latifi
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Illawarra Hawks newest import Darius Days training at the Snakepit with his teammates on Thursday. Picture by Sylvia Liber
His offending was described as 'callous and predatory'.
Grace Crivellaro
Mitchell Horan leaving Wollongong courthouse on September 4. Picture by Grace Crivellaro
Firearms, a zombie knife, and MDMA were allegedly seized from his unit.
Grace Crivellaro
Jordan Gibson and the firearms allegedly discovered at his Warrawong address. Pictures from Facebook, NSWPF
Lifts could be installed at the station following a government investigation.
Glen Humphries
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Ballot opens for the hottest ticket in town.
Nadine Morton
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New Year's Eve fireworks over Sydney Harbour. File photo
Wollongong Lord Mayoral hopeful Andrew Anthony wants an Illawarra recycling centre.
Glen Humphries
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'I'm really proud of the work that I've done here'
Agron Latifi
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Dumped St George Illawarra Dragons head coach Jamie Soward said he was proud of his time at the club and surprised at the Red V's timing to sack him. Picture by Anna Warr
Post rezoning window may be open for private developers.
Ben Langford
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Map indicating the Gwynneville rezoning area.
30 junior Football South Coast grand finals are to be played.
Jordan Warren
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30 Football South Coast junior grand finals will be played between Friday and Sunday. Picture by Adam McLean
It is another feather in the cap of the fledgling brand.
Natalie Croxon
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'I've been terrified of a fire so I had a fire plan.'
Nadine Morton
Jean Rayner, pictured with her son Rob Bugden and daughter-in-law Kim Bugden, outside her unit and the one above which was destroyed by fire on Tuesday, September 3, 2024. Picture by Sylvia Liber
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Baggy clothes had helped her control when the news got out.
Ben Langford • 30m ago
The gold-medal swimmer is engaged to a Pentecostal pastor.
Anna Houlahan
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Former Olympic swimming champion Stephanie Rice is engaged to Pentecostal pastor Mark Lassey. Pictures Instagram/Stephanie Rice
Michael Palfrey's six-figure contract has been terminated.
Karen Hardy • 2hrs ago
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Michael Palfrey, right, has been sacked after declaring "Go Korea" despite being an Australian swim-team coach. Pictures AP, supplied
Police located and seized 13 of the allegedly stolen guns.
Glenn Ellard • 2hrs ago
Police arrested three men following searches. Pictures NSW Police
'There's some cold mornings but not a lot of ice around.'
Jimmy Parker
Competitors in the 2022 Antarctic Ice Marathon. Picture via Facebook
'I'm really proud of the work that I've done here'
Agron Latifi
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30 junior Football South Coast grand finals are to be played.
Jordan Warren
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30 Football South Coast junior grand finals will be played between Friday and Sunday. Picture by Adam McLean
'I'm gonna say it, we're gonna bring the championship back here'
Agron Latifi
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Wests take on Thirroul this Sunday in Illawarra Rugby League GF.
Jordan Warren
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Wests and Thirroul will contest the 2024 Illawarra Rugby League grand final, which will be Butchers' legend Jarrod Boyle's last game. Pictures by Adam McLean
The all-conquering Shoalhaven also did well at the awards night
Agron Latifi
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Shamrocks captain Alex Crotti has been crowned Illawarra District Rugby Union's player of the year for season 2024. Picture by Adam McLean
Flame U20 Women's the first in club's history to make a GF.
Jordan Warren
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South Coast Flame U20 Women's are ready for a first ever grand final. Picture supplied
Jamie Soward will not be St George Illawarra's NRLW coach next season.
Scott Bailey
Jamie Soward has been told he will not be coach at the Dragons for the 2025 NRLW season.

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Take a photo tour of this multi-million dollar acreage.
Brendan Crabb • 2hrs ago
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The editor's pick for hot property around the nation.
Emily Rayner
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92 Wilkins Street, Newport, VIC 3015 Picture supplied
The engaged couple recently announced their shock split.
Jade Lazarevic
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Molly-Mae Hague and Tyson Fury lived in a AUD$6.8 million mansion in Cheshire, near Manchester, before their split. Picture supplied/Instagram
Auction flags will be waving this weekend.
Emily Rayner
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The view for auctions is looking good this weekend! Picture supplied
The home had been in the same family for more than 50 years.
Brendan Crabb
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The home at 8 Craig Mor Way, Keiraville sold under the hammer. Picture: Supplied
These opportunities only arise a handful of times a year.
Tareyn Varley
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The Bulli location is the third RUH Cafe in three years.
Joel Ehsman
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Sandeep Singh Mann has expanded RUH to a third location. Picture by Robert Peet
Brooke Silk's been in Wollongong kitchens for years.
Natalie Croxon
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Figtree chef Brooke Silk plates up a dish. Picture by Adam McLean
An apple orchard festival, vintage markets, women's soccer grand finals and more.
Tareyn Varley
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Glenbernie Orchard's Spring Festival, performers from Southern Stars, Greyhound Adoption Day in Windang and Day Out With Thomas, Thirlmere.
The Marrageku production begins its IPAC run on August 29.
Joel Ehsman
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The cast of Jurrungu Ngan-Ga [Straight Talk] with co artistic directors of Marrugeku outside the IPAC. Picture by Robert Peet
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Upgrades at Wollongong Mazda have reduced wait times for bookings to just 48 hours.
Elizabeth Habermann
Get expert help to plan and prepare for retirement with Symposium Financial Group.
Remove the stress and anxiety around finance and retirement by preparing early for the retirement you want. Picture Shutterstock
For 33-year-old estate planning solicitor, Paul Ell, choosing to include a gift in his Will for The Smith Family was an easy decision to make.
The Smith Family is focused on helping young Australians overcome educational inequality caused by poverty. Picture supplied

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It is another feather in the cap of the fledgling brand.
Natalie Croxon
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Economy too hot or getting run into the ground?
Mark Kenny
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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese speaks with Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong
Labor and the Business Council should know. They wanted it, too.
Peter Martin
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Treasurer Jim Chalmers. Picture by Keegan Carroll
A union representative called the laws 'un-Australian'.
Brittney Levinson
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Protestors in Melbourne's streets supporting the CFMEU last week. Picture Getty Images
The Bulli location is the third RUH Cafe in three years.
Joel Ehsman
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Sandeep Singh Mann has expanded RUH to a third location. Picture by Robert Peet
Tell us what's going on and we'll publish it here.
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Emergency services found the car down a four-metre embankment.
Nadine Morton • 47m ago
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A NSW Ambulance paramedic. File picture by Adam McLean
Lifts could be installed at the station following a government investigation.
Glen Humphries
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Lifts are being considered at Corrimal station as part of an accessibility upgrade. Picture by Robert Peet
Traffic, travel and breaking news in the Illawarra and beyond.
Nadine Morton
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Pictured clockwise from top left, Antonio Desisto, Gabby McLennan, Lily Van de Putte, Summer Williams and Tyrese Bechard were killed in a horror road crash at Buxton on September 6, 2022.
The long-awaited centre is officially opening.
Natalie Croxon
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Illawarra Women's Trauma Recovery Centre CEO Maree Kerr and Illawarra Women's Health Centre executive director Sally Stevenson in the new centre. Picture by Sylvia Liber
He won an appeal and was granted a tow-truck licence.
Glen Humphries
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A Wollongong man won an appeal and got a tow-truck certificate despite a poor driving history that included burnouts.
You may become insanely jealous of your neighbours who have the lights on.
Gayle Tomlinson
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A note from UOW's Interim Vice-Chancellor Professor John Dewar AO
Professor John Dewar AO, Interim Vice-Chancellor and President, UOW
Can we tone it down a bit on the ridicule though?
Joel Ehsman
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Dr Rachael Gunn at the Paris Olympics. Picture from Instagram @_breakingforgold
IRT Group CEO Patrick Reid says it's important to maintain healthy habits as we age
Patrick Reid
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Australia's physical activity guidelines for people aged 65 years and over, recommend at least 30 minutes of moderate intensity physical activity on most, if not all, days. Pictures: Shutterstock
Let us know how bad your morning has been.
Nadine Morton
The damaged and broken awning in the car park at Woolworths Stoney Range in Shellharbour on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Picture by Darren Malone

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When space counts, this cabin class fits the bill.
John Burfitt • 17m ago
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The best tours for navigating New York's varied food scene.
Rob McFarland
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Where to eat delicious food like a local in the city that never sleeps
Our experts help you decide.
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
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Who does spring blooms best - east or west Australia?
Ancient lore, the outdoors reward a pitstop in this unsung place.
Steve McKenna
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Why being a mum to wildlife should be on your bucket list, too.
Louise Goldsbury
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I cuddled a kangaroo - but this experience meant so much more
Our experts help you decide.
Amy Cooper and Mal Chenu
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These bloke's getaways are sure to delight - but which one's for your dad?
The warmer season is a great excuse to explore our own backyard.
Our pick of Victoria's best spring-time festivals
Aussies packing for one major destination.
Sarah Falson
'Gorgeous': Aussies are ditching local ski slopes for this destination

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Car Expert
Subaru claims its new STI-tuned Forester is a collector's item, but don't expect any extra grunt or racy styling.
William Stopford • 52m ago
Two P-platers in NSW have been caught allegedly street racing in a pair of hot hatches that didn't belong to them.
Dev Singh • 1hr ago
Toyota Corolla races Volkswagen Golf GTI, both lose
Takata airbag-related deaths are still being reported, bringing the total in the United States alone to nearly 30 since 2009.
Max Davies • 2hrs ago
Takata airbag death added to global tally six years after it happened
The new Renault Arkana gets tweaked looks and added kit with a dash of spirit from the Alpine performance division.
James Wong
2025 Renault Arkana review
BMW is working together with Toyota on next-generation hydrogen fuel cell systems, and is launching its first series production FCEV.
William Stopford
How BMW and Toyota plan to make hydrogen cars cheaper
The Senior
The country star wants better safety standards at level railway crossings.
Rowan Cowley
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MEMORY LANE: Peggy Stranksy picked up the shears in the 1950s.
John Piggott
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Peggy Stransky in the shed near Longreach, where she more than held her own; sharing a tent with her Stella; and the pair being shown around Dove Lake in Tasmania. Pictures supplied by Peggy Stransky.
Researchers want volunteers to trial a new extreme heat detecting device.
Rowan Cowley
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Griffith University's Ethos system alerts users when temperatures become dangerous. Picture supplied
The Land
Libbe Paton says outside the box thinking may be required when looking to purchase farmland.
Lucella is a quality 734 hectare grazing property with water.
Mark Phelps • 2hrs ago
Lucella is an outstanding 734 hectare Northern NSW grazing property is located in the highly regarded Garoo/Goonoo Goonoo Station district. Picture supplied
Bidding for the top bull started at $20,000.
Rebecca Nadge
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Andrew Bickford, Elders Bathurst, auctioneer Paul Dooley, Tamworth, Ross Thompson, Millah Murrah, and buyers Jordan Whiting and Chad Hall, Gibson, WA. Picture by Rebecca Nadge
Tips on 7-star rating requirements, plus the right accessories.
The key is to keep it simple and be selective in your choices.
Andrew Lotherington • 2hrs ago
Native bird steel artwork by New Zealand designer Lisa Turley. 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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