Illawarra Mercury
Thursday, 18 April 2024
'This world will never be the same without Jade Young in it.'
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The longtime pub has been transformed into social housing.
Natalie Croxon
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Free tipping at Whytes Gully for flood waste closes this weekend.
Ben Langford
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Bellambi's Brett Marraige with flood damaged household items. Picture April 7 by Sylcia Liber.
The departure of the group's executive director surprised many in the region.
Connor Pearce
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Paula Martin is leading Business Illawarra as the organisation restructures and searches for a new head. Pictures by ACM
The home sold after just 10 days on the market.
Brendan Crabb
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The home at 26 Holborn Street, Berkeley recently sold for $1,090,000. Picture: Supplied
A 16-year-old has boy has been charged with a terrorism offence after a bishop was allegedly stabbed during a sermon at a Sydney church.
Jack Gramenz and Miklos Bolza • 1hr ago
Police arrested a 19-year-old man over a riot outside a Sydney church where a bishop was stabbed. (HANDOUT/NSW POLICE)
Irresponsible owners of dogs that attack and cause serious injury or death can face up to three years in jail under tough new state laws.
Samantha Lock • 2hrs ago
Owners of dangerous dogs face a crack down under new state laws. (Joel Carrett/AAP PHOTOS)
At this stage, his condition is unknown.
Grace Crivellaro
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Teen airlifted to hospital after deodorant can 'explodes' in Albion Park
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The benefactors are calling for others to follow suit.
Connor Pearce
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The pursuit came to an end when the pair ran out of petrol.
Connor Pearce
The pursuit led police from Toradgi, to Helensburgh, before ending at Bulli Tops. Picture from file
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Staff speak out over unpaid super, late wages and missing JobKeeper.
Connor Pearce
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The business has been non-operational for nearly a week.
Connor Pearce
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Trucks at the Barnett's Couriers yard in North Wollongong. Picture from file
'We're not sure the company's got our best interests at heart.'
Connor Pearce
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Electrical Trades Union organiser Stewart Edward said workers were concerned a serious injury could occur at the Shoalhaven Starches plant in Bomaderry. Picture by Robert Peet
The show is being held on April 20 & 21, in Berkeley.
Joel Ehsman
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Graham Draper is the organiser of the Brick Show. Picture by Sylvia Liber
He ripped out clumps of hair from one cop's scalp in a fit of rage.
Grace Crivellaro
Her husband and 11-year-old daughter accepted her degree at UOW
Kate McIlwain
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'A shiny star': Dr Kim Livingstone's legacy honoured by posthumous degree
Live updates on traffic, travel, and everything else across the Illawarra.
Newsroom
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People walk under cloudy skies at Flagstaff Hill. File picture by Sylvia Liber
'You've really got to leave women alone, that's the bottom line.'
Grace Crivellaro
'Can I please touch them?' Figtree parolee's ear fetish prompts house arrest
Judit Hajner says she has been asking for maintenance for years.
Natalie Croxon
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How one floodstruck community is battling on.
Nadine Morton
(clockwise from left) Joel Beavis clearing flood-soaked items out of this Figtree home, council workers clearing items off the street and Jeff Jorden with his wife's flood-ruined car. Pictures by Adam McLean
Attitudes changed the closer people were to proposed zones.
Connor Pearce
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A new survey has revealed that when it comes to offshore wind farms, most people sit somewhere in the middle.
Members of the public joined politicians for a reflection day.
Carla Mascarenhas
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The bishop has spoken for the first time since the incident.
Anna McGuinness
Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was delivering a sermon at a Wakeley church when he was allegedly attacked on April 15. Picture by Christ The Good Shepherd Church
The alleged kingpin has been charged with a list of crimes.
Anna McGuinness Anna Houlahan
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A Brisbane man has been charged over a botched cocaine import that has seen bricks of the drug wash up on NSW beaches. Pictures supplied
Police are searching for three alleged cigarette thieves.
Anna Houlahan
Three men set off a smoke security system after they allegedly broke into the Melbourne convenience store on March 27. Picture supplied
Homeless services are turning away kids as young as 12.
Emily Anderson
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Almost 40,000 children and young people presented to homelessness services in 2023, of the 17,000 needing a bed, only half got one.
Shellharbour Sharks and Warilla Gorillas will battle it out
Agron Latifi
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'I've actually mentioned that in the team talk...'
Jordan Warren
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David Carney says he hopes Sydney FC's active supporter group 'The Cove' travels in numbers for their game against the Wolves on Sunday. Picture by Adam McLean
Christian Tuipulotu debuts for the Dragons on the wing.
Mitch Jennings
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Find out everything you need to know about this weekend's event.
Joshua Bartlett
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Triathlon fever has returned to the Illawarra, as (from left) a competitor takes part in last year's Peoplecare Tri The Gong event, organisers on Wednesday work to set up the World Triathlon Cup course at Wollongong foreshore, and AusTriathlon chief executive officer Tim Harradine visits the city. Pictures by Sylvia Liber
It was a great showing by TIGS student Marci Davis-Cook
Agron Latifi
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Wollongong teen snowboarder excels at Junior Worlds in Georgia
Dan Posch's side will kick off their campaign this Saturday.
Joshua Bartlett
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Young Shellharbour midfielder Brendan Cooper is expected to take his game to another level in 2024. Picture by Sylvia Liber
King will re-join the Dragons post- Paris Olympics.
Mitch Jennings
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Dragons secure return of star NRLW half Tyla King on two-year deal

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Why car spaces are the new investor favourite.
Melissa Kehagias
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The home sold after just 10 days on the market.
Brendan Crabb
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The home at 26 Holborn Street, Berkeley recently sold for $1,090,000. Picture: Supplied
The proposal had previously been refused by Kiama council.
Brendan Crabb
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The subdivision by developers the Fountaindale Group is located at 15 Golden Valley Road, Jamberoo. Picture: Supplied
See inside the stunning transformation.
Melissa Kehagias
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The transformation has produced a magnificent, light-filled property.
Feature Property
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Family-friendly and renovated home near marina and bushland reserve
It offers 180 degree views of the escarpment.
House of the Week
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Family sanctuary with designer flair and luxurious touches
Port Kembla's annual music festival takeover is here.
Olivia Tollardo
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'The last five years have been brutal, beautiful and bonkers.'
Josh Leeson
Em Rusciano returns to Newcastle to perform at the Civic Theatre on August 16.
Homeless people are invited to share a nutritious meal.
Janine Graham
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Brad Romaniszyn from Talk2meBro and Jules Mitry, owner of Balinese Spice magic, will team up for real on Sunday.
A music festival, glow-in-the-dark glen, skateboarding extravaganza and more.
A boy paints a skateboard at CitySkate, the Glow Worm Glen in Bundanoon and the Servo in Port Kembla.
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Thursday, 18 April 2024

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The Northern Lights hold a fascination for humans the world over.
Emma Brown
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The polar lights in Norway. Picture Shutterstock
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Elizabeth Habermann
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The business has been non-operational for nearly a week.
Connor Pearce
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The departure of the group's executive director surprised many in the region.
Connor Pearce
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Paula Martin is leading Business Illawarra as the organisation restructures and searches for a new head. Pictures by ACM
Staff speak out over unpaid super, late wages and missing JobKeeper.
Connor Pearce
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Montana Ambrose, Jason Baxter and Leith Turner are some of the workers who allege they are owed tens of thousands of dollars in unpaid super after working at Gloria Jeans Corrimal. Picture by Anna Warr
'We're not sure the company's got our best interests at heart.'
Connor Pearce
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Electrical Trades Union organiser Stewart Edward said workers were concerned a serious injury could occur at the Shoalhaven Starches plant in Bomaderry. Picture by Robert Peet
We're becoming a big corporate economy as small businesses suffer.
Bruce Billson
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Small businesses will be the drivers of innovation and our best hope for improving incomes and living standards. Picture Shutterstock
Tell us what's going on and we'll publish it here.
Newsroom
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'This world will never be the same without Jade Young in it.'
2hrs ago
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A floral tribute to those who died in the Bondi stabbing massacre. Inset: Victim Jade Young. Main picture by Steven Saphore/AAP PHOTOS
Free tipping at Whytes Gully for flood waste closes this weekend.
Ben Langford
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Bellambi's Brett Marraige with flood damaged household items. Picture April 7 by Sylcia Liber.
How one floodstruck community is battling on.
Nadine Morton
The business has been non-operational for nearly a week.
Connor Pearce
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Trucks at the Barnett's Couriers yard in North Wollongong. Picture from file
Attitudes changed the closer people were to proposed zones.
Connor Pearce
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A new survey has revealed that when it comes to offshore wind farms, most people sit somewhere in the middle.
'You've really got to leave women alone, that's the bottom line.'
Grace Crivellaro
'Can I please touch them?' Figtree parolee's ear fetish prompts house arrest
The pursuit came to an end when the pair ran out of petrol.
Connor Pearce
The pursuit led police from Toradgi, to Helensburgh, before ending at Bulli Tops. Picture from file
With climate change, we're likely to see events like this happen with more frequency.
Greg Doyle, Wollongong City Council General Manager
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'It's vital we're not hampered by red tape and over zealous insurers.'
Ryan Park, Member for Keira
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Rick Fleming surveys the damage to the beer garden at Shell's Diner and inset Minister for the Illawarra and the South Coast Ryan Park MP. Main picture by Anna Warr
'Climate change means the Illawarra now holds a place in the top ten storm-affected regions in NSW.'
Paul Scully Mp, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces
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Road damage on Lawrence Hargrave Drive on Saturday, April 6 and inset Paul Scully MP, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces. Main picture by Anna Warr
Now is the time for the Illawarra's voice to be heard in the corridors of state and federal parliament.
Flooding of Hewitts Creek out the back of houses on Lachlan St, Thirroul. Picture by Anna Warr
What if we considered another way of doing things?
Chris Homer, Shellharbour Mayor
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Shellharbour mayor Chris Homer (inset) wants a collaborative approach to the future. Main picture supplied, inset picture by Robert Peet

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Hotel Review: Crystalbrook Byron
Kate Cox
Wildlife encounters that'll leave you speechless.
Rob McFarland
Unforgettable moments you can only have at this South African game reserve
From budget to bucket-list, we have the full lowdown.
Akash Arora
Heading to Paris for the Olympics? Here's our pick of the city's best hotels
There's never a boring moment in the cruise world. Here's why.
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These incredible festivals are about to kick off in Australia soon
Start planning now for an unforgettable summer in Edinburgh.
Kristie Kellahan
Scotland calling: Experience a touch of royal magic in Edinburgh
Enjoy delicious food that look as good as Gaudi's artwork.
Akash Arora
This Barcelona restaurant should be on everyone's bucket list
Melbourne has something special whether you're a local in need of an escape from the nonstop activity or an international visitor eager to unwind.
Melbourne has something special whether you're a local in need of an escape from the nonstop activity or an international visitor eager to unwind. Picture Shutterstock

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Car Expert
After around a decade on the market, the second-generation Audi Q7 is set to be replaced. It's expected to debut in 2025.
William Stopford
An unattended toddler was able to start the family’s Tesla Model X and run into his pregnant mother, who has filed a lawsuit against the carmaker.
Jordan Mulach
500 Mitsubishi Outlanders have been recalled due to a rear-view camera fault, which could result in no image appearing on the touchscreen.
Jordan Mulach
The seven-seat Mercedes-Benz EQB crossover is pricier than before, but gets more range and standard equipment.
William Stopford
Mercedes-Benz was reportedly testing out a range-extender drivetrain in its EQS, but has now stopped work on the project.
Derek Fung
The Senior
Think you're smarter than The Lightning Bolt? Find out all about the new Chaser in Australia.
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
The Land
Roy and Madison have trimmed over 1.5 million hooves.
Elka Devney • 2hrs ago
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With high input costs hurting growers' bottom line, banking nitrogen in the soil could be a good alternative.
Denis Howard
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Central West Farming Systems trial agronomist Chiara Stommell is conducting a nitrogen banking trial at Condobolin. Picture by Denis Howard
Weight pays, especially during this weaner season, with heavier calves attracting more cents per kilogram than the lighter steers and heifers at Inverell on Thursday.
Jamie Brown
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The Butcher family, Bundarra, with Pippa, Nick, Matilda and Beau sold EU accredited Angus weaner steers, many of them sired through artificial insemination by Knowla So Right, to make $1204 for 319.5kg at 377c/kg.
The 'Air Fryer Queen' Steph de Sousa wants to put the fun back into cooking.
Karen Hardy
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Can Steph de Sousa and her new book convince me to try the air fryer? Pictures supplied
The heads of Australia's two largest supermarkets faced tough questions during a Senate committee inquiry examining prices at the checkout.
Andrew Brown
The CEOs of Woolworths and Coles were questioned about the rising cost of supermarket goods. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

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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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