Students are reviving Australian live music; one gig at a time.
A UNSW charity concert is revitalising Australia’s music scene, following the cancellation of major festivals and growing concerns about the nation's live music industry. The annual student-organised Jam in a Jar concert will be held at Roundhouse and is raising funds...
Shortages in nursing home availability leaves families struggling
Nursing homes in regional NSW have been facing issues in residency availability, due to lack of staff and small facilities. resulting in many families struggling to find care for elderly members. The situation is growing more complex due to an aging population putting...
Young boy berated after accompanying mother into female change room at local aquatic centre.
A single mother has expressed outrage after her son was berated in the Springwood Aquatic centre bathroom, where he was accused of being too old to be in the women’s change room. Single mum Liv Ali had taken her eight-year-old son and two nieces to Springwood Aquatic...
Adelaide University to abandon face-to-face lectures in 2026
The University of Adelaide (UoA) has announced that face-to-face lectures will no longer be held on campus from 2026 onwards, leading to amazement and indignation from lecturers and staff. This decision, which coincides with the rebranding and merging of the...
UOW professor awarded eureka prize for StrepA research breakthrough
In a major advancement in the global battle against StrepA, Professor Martina Sanderson-Smith from the University of Wollongong and an interdisciplinary team of researchers have been awarded the Eureka Prize for Infectious Diseases Research. The project, Protecting...
Special CFMEU Legislation Introduced by Federal Government
The federal government has implemented special laws to put the rogue construction branch of the CFMEU under forced administration. The new laws follow numerous allegations that the union has ties to known criminal organisations and has used bullying and intimidation...
Student shortage forces closure of seven universities in Taiwan in 2024
The declining birthrate in Taiwan has been implicated in the closure of seven universities across the country this year. The tertiary instutions, including Mingdao University, Taiwan Shoufu University, Chung Chou University of Science and Technology, Tungfang Design...
HowWeSurvive initiative launches community-centred disaster recovery
A new disaster response initiative has been launched to reshape disaster recovery in Australia by prioritising community engagement, addressing housing challenges, and creating tools to support long-term recovery efforts. Funded by the Judith Neilson Chair in...
Lord Mayor Candidate, Jess Whittaker, proposes a position on Wollongong Council to facilitate local food systems
Greens candidate Jess Whittaker, who received 35 per cent of the votes for Ward 1 in Saturday's elections, has called for a position on the Wollongong City Council dedicated to encouraging community gardens, urban farms, and crop swaps. A council appointed food...
Ramsay Health Care workers refuse second pay offer and continue historic industrial action
NSW Nurses and midwives have rejected a second offer from Ramsay Health Care, continuing their industrial action for improved salary and conditions. On August 20, 78 per cent of Ramsay Health Care nurses and midwives refused an offer for a 12.5 per cent pay increase...
Independent candidates ramp up campaigns for Wollongong Lord Mayor despite challenges
Image: Wollongong City Council The three independent candidates vying to be Wollongong's next Lord Mayor are pushing on with their campaigns, despite facing logistical difficulties. Independent candidate for Lord Mayor and Ward 1, Ryan Morris, said that despite the...
Illawarra women’s Premier League going from strength to strength
Coniston Football Club has announced their intention to enter a team into the Women’s Premier League for the 2025 season. The club has appointed Assistant Youth Coach, Nick Tortorella as the Head Coach for the Women's Premier League. Mr Tortorella’s current role with...