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Daily Network editorial team

The Daily Network editorial team publishes Wollongong news, community coverage and daily-life guides for The Daily Wollongong.

Articles from the Daily Network editorial team

Finance
Australian musicians fight back as AI training datasets harvest their work without permission
Copyright concerns mount as artists discover their recordings used to build artificial intelligence systems.
4 August 2026, 5:33 am
Community
Wollongong's multicultural football community finds unity as political polarisation rises
Refugee-led football team rallies community identity as One Nation's electoral momentum raises broader social tensions.
25 July 2026, 10:04 am
Community
University of Wollongong's Research Programs Transform City Economy
The university's research and commercialisation programs have reshaped the city's economy.
25 July 2026, 10:00 am
Community
Wollongong's Beach Strip Attracts Tourists Seeking Sydney Alternatives
The chain of beaches running north from Wollongong's city centre to the Illawarra escarpment is drawing visitors who discover the coast without the crowds of Sydney's northern beaches.
25 July 2026, 9:59 am
Sport
Where to Watch the Footy Finals in Wollongong
A guide to the best spots in the Illawarra to catch NRL and NBL finals season with fellow fans, from pubs and clubs to community venues.
25 July 2026, 9:58 am
Community
Wollongong's Nan Tien Temple: Southern Hemisphere's Largest Buddhist Complex
The Berkeley temple is a cultural landmark that draws visitors from across Australia and internationally.
25 July 2026, 9:57 am
Community
Wollongong's Dramatic Forested Escarpment Towers Over City Below
The forested ridgeline above Wollongong is one of the most dramatic urban backdrops in Australia.
25 July 2026, 9:56 am
News
Things to Do in Wollongong 2026: Best Activities, Attractions and Day Trips
Discover the best things to do in Wollongong today, from pristine beaches to local dining and outdoor adventures along the Illawarra coast.
25 July 2026, 9:56 am
Community
Wollongong's Escarpment and Grand Pacific Drive Showcase Australia's Most Spectacular Natural Drama
The cliffs that form the city's western backdrop and the coastal drive to the south are among Australia's most spectacular natural features.
25 July 2026, 9:53 am
Finance
Shellharbour emerges as regional training hub as UFC champion draws international fighters
A Slovakian fighter's decision to relocate to the southern suburbs signals growing recognition of the region's combat sports infrastructure.
25 July 2026, 9:51 am
Community
West Dapto Road partial reopening brings traffic relief after year-long closure
Commuters and local businesses get a reprieve as one of the Illawarra's major routes reopens in stages.
25 July 2026, 9:49 am
Community
Wollongong Emerges as NSW's Most Affordable Coastal City for 2026
An hour south of Sydney with its own beaches and a reinvented economy, Wollongong is hard to beat.
25 July 2026, 9:46 am
Community
Wollongong's Top 5 Suburbs for Families, Professionals, Retirees 2026
The best Wollongong suburbs in 2026 for families, young professionals, retirees, first home buyers and lifestyle seekers.
25 July 2026, 9:44 am
Community
Getting Around Wollongong: Roads, Public Transport and Connections
A plain-English guide to how Wollongong and the wider Illawarra move, from the coastal highways and the South Coast rail line to local buses and the Sydney commuter run.
25 July 2026, 9:41 am
Community
North Wollongong Beaches Deliver Epic Surf and Dramatic Coastal Scenery
The beaches north of Wollongong centre provide the best surf and the most dramatic coastal scenery.
25 July 2026, 9:39 am
Community
UOW Welcomes 5,000 Students to Open Day Despite Governance Probe
The university welcomes record interest in degree programs while ICAC inquiry continues into contract management practices.
25 July 2026, 9:38 am
Federal
UOW Staff Faced Pressure to Alter Procurement Documents, ICAC Hears
Evidence suggests workplace pressure to alter documentation in university procurement processes.
20 July 2026, 4:19 am
Community
Wollongong's Best Markets and Maker Fairs This Season
Local markets and maker fairs coming up around Wollongong.
19 July 2026, 3:27 am
News
Things to Do in Wollongong This Weekend
Discover events happening in Wollongong this weekend. Workshops, outdoor activities, coastal excursions & wellness sessions-find what's on near you.
28 June 2026, 12:45 pm
Community
Motor Neurone Disease becomes notifiable, fulfilling Illawarra advocate's final wish
A former Illawarra resident's campaign to track MND outcomes has reached fruition despite his passing.
26 June 2026, 7:35 pm
Community
The Steel City's Legacy: How BHP Shaped Wollongong and the Illawarra
The steel industry that ran from 1928 to 1999 left a permanent imprint on the city.
26 June 2026, 7:34 pm
Community
UOW continues balancing growth ambitions with governance scrutiny as reform pressure mounts
University faces ongoing accountability demands following ICAC inquiry into hiring practices that prioritised institutional expansion over proper oversight.
26 June 2026, 7:33 pm
Community
UOW Open Day draws 5,000 prospective students seeking pathway to regional jobs market
University of Wollongong's flagship recruitment event reflects ongoing demand for local higher education as Illawarra economy diversifies beyond traditional industries.
26 June 2026, 7:25 pm
Sport
Women's Sport in Wollongong: Teams, Leagues and How to Get Involved
From the Wollongong Wolves women's team to netball, surf life saving and beyond, women's sport is thriving across the Illawarra.
22 June 2026, 6:00 pm
Sport
Wollongong's Best Public Ovals, Courts and Sporting Facilities: A Local's Guide
From the world-class precinct at Beaton Park to neighbourhood courts and foreshore ovals, Wollongong's public sporting infrastructure is among the best in regional New South Wales.
6 June 2026, 7:30 pm
Sport
Swimming in Wollongong: Clubs, Squads and the Best Pools Along the Illawarra Coast
A guide to lap swimming, swim clubs and the ocean pools and public pools that make Wollongong one of Australia's best cities for swimmers.
30 May 2026, 6:15 pm
Sport
Athletics and Little Athletics in Wollongong: Track, Field and the Illawarra Pathway
From tiny tots running their first straight to seasoned competitors on the track at Beaton Park, athletics in the Illawarra offers a structured and welcoming pathway for every age.
9 May 2026, 7:20 pm
Sport
Basketball in Wollongong: Clubs, Courts and the Hawks Connection
How to find a basketball club, hit the courts and connect with the NBL's Illawarra Hawks as a player or fan in the Wollongong region.
2 May 2026, 6:35 pm
Sport
Junior Cricket in Wollongong: Clubs, Formats and How to Get Started
A guide for Illawarra families to junior cricket, from MiniCricket for beginners through to club competition across the Wollongong region.
4 April 2026, 7:25 pm
Sport
All-Abilities Sport in Wollongong: How the Illawarra Opens Its Fields and Courts to Everyone
From wheelchair-friendly pathways to dedicated all-abilities programs across a range of sports, Wollongong is committed to making active participation available to every member of the community.
28 March 2026, 9:10 pm
Sport
Junior Football in Wollongong: How to Get Your Child Involved in the Beautiful Game
A guide for Illawarra families to junior football clubs, registration, the season and what to expect when your child kicks off their football journey.
21 March 2026, 6:30 pm
Sport
Wollongong Wolves: Your Guide to Football in the Illawarra
The Wollongong Wolves play NPL NSW football and have a proud history in the Illawarra, here is how to get involved and watch them play.
7 February 2026, 7:30 pm