10th Year Anniversary of the NAIDOC Family Fun Day in Warrawong
On October 1st 2024, hundreds of people came together in the local town of Warrawong to celebrate the 10th anniversary of the NAIDOC Family Fun Day, while making connections with residents, local organisations and services. The National Aborigines and Islanders Day...
The pains and pressures of downsizing
Retirees considering downsizing face a daunting tasking of packing up and throwing away decades worth of memories, but there is help to guide seniors through the process. Retirement Your Way operations manager Laura Hudson, 55, said that many people were choosing to...
Protecting yourself during asthma season
As weather conditions are unexpectedly changing across NSW, experts are warning individuals to be aware and prepare for the upcoming bushfire and severe storm seasons that are expected to affect people with asthma in the coming months. Australians across the country...
The Phoenix Theatre celebrates its 100th show with Aussie screenplay ‘Ruby Moon’
Wollongong’s, The Phoenix Theatre, celebrated its 100th show with the Australian cultural play phenomenon, ‘Ruby Moon’. Business manager Nick Kilpatrick and artistic director Steen WHO have been waiting three years for the rights to the iconic Australian gothic play. ...
Is social media causing mental health issues?
The Federal Government has raised concerns over social media and mental health issues, proposing changes to legislation. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced the changes in the Communications Legislation Amendment (Combatting Misinformation and Disinformation)...
Local singer juggles her music career and teaching whilst living with a vocal disability
Full-time teacher Georgia Finlayson continued her double life performing at Seeker Brewing last month despite the challenges of her vocal disability. Georgia Finlayson, who goes by the stage name Georgia-Jean is a local singer from the Southern Highlands where she is...
Culburra Beach Festival shines as road upgrades promise safer travels
Culburra Beach Festival welcomed families who were eager to enjoy the beauty and sounds of the South Coast. Since 2011, the Beach Festival has been a staple in Culburra featuring an array of food, clothing and community markets offering a variety of locally sourced...
Formula One fans devastated over announcement of Daniel Ricciardo’s replacement
Formula One fans worldwide are reeling following the announcement that Australian driver Daniel Ricciardo will be replaced for the remainder of the 2024 season. The decision follows Ricciardo's struggles with performance and fitness issues earlier in the...
UOW iAccelerate hosts inaugural STEMM Stroll for women
On Tuesday, 17 September, the University of Wollongong’s (UOW) iAccelerate Centre hosted the Illawarra’s first-ever ‘STEMM Stroll’ event. The event aimed to promote and support women’s participation in science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and medicine...
Australians turn their backs on Christianity in numbers
There have been record numbers of Australians choosing to turn away from Christianity due to many reasons one being the belief in a higher power not realistic The days of dressing up in your Sunday best to attend a morning church service with your family appear to be...