Gina Rinehart Pledges $10 Million to Boost Australian Swimming
Gina Rinehart pledged $10 million to support Australia's leading swimmers, part of a wider program that also paid $1.2 million to Commonwealth Games competitors.
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Wollongong's Ocean Pools Deliver Cold-Water Lap Swimming Year-Round
From North Beach's ocean baths to the tidal rock pools at Coledale, the Illawarra coastline offers serious lap swimmers a cold-water alternative that indoor centres simply can't match.
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.
ASX 200 Drops 0.57% as Global Markets Retreat
The ASX 200 in AUD, plus major global indices, gold and currencies, with market context for Wollongong investors and superannuation and retirement balances.
The $2.4 Billion Road Upgrade Quietly Pushing Wollongong Property Prices North
Properties within walking distance of the Albion Park Rail bypass corridor are already commanding premiums, and agents say the effect is spreading fast.
Planning Reforms Transform North Wollongong and Dapto Housing Density Rules
Council revisions to housing density rules under Transport Oriented Development guidelines, together with a new affordable housing mandate, form the background to current development activity in several Wollongong neighbourhoods.
Wollongong Carpet Cleaning 2026: Costs, Services, Local Options Compared
Wollongong carpet cleaning guide 2026: how much carpet cleaning costs in Wollongong and the Illawarra, what professional steam cleaning includes, end of lease carpet cleaning requirements in NSW, and how to find a reliable carpet cleaner near you.
Wollongong Walkers Transform Daily Routes Into Mindfulness Practice
Wollongong locals are learning to slow their pace along coastal routes and escarpment trails to build daily mindfulness without extra time or cost.
Wollongong Residents Beat Winter Crowds: Free Coastal Guide Inside
Locals can follow this timed itinerary to hit coastal paths, markets and indoor spots while dodging peak crowds and keeping costs low.
Wollongong fintech startups attract $340M in VC funding
Digital finance revolution transforms local neighbourhoods as startups and established players compete for investment in banking innovation.
Wollongong Carpet Installation 2026: Costs, Types, Finding Reliable Installers
Wollongong carpet layer guide 2026: how much carpet supply and installation costs in Wollongong, what carpet types cost per square metre, and how to find a reliable NSW carpet installer in the Illawarra.
Wollongong Tech Founders Face Ethical Questions Over Venture Capital Funding
As our city's tech ecosystem booms, founders and investors must grapple with uncomfortable questions about funding sources, exit pressures, and the true cost of rapid growth.
Wollongong's Best Beaches: Swimming, Surfing, Ocean Pools Guide
Wollongong beaches guide 2026: the best beaches in Wollongong and the Illawarra, from City Beach and Coniston Beach to Austinmer, Thirroul, Stanwell Park and Blue Mile ocean pools.
Young Professionals Flock to Affordable Wollongong Suburb Fairy Meadow
The suburb of Fairy Meadow is experiencing a surge in popularity among young professionals, driven by its affordability and amenities
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.
Port Kembla Parents Meet Wednesday at Beachside Park for Community Connection
A midweek parent meetup by the water offers local families a chance to connect, swap school strategies and decompress in one of the Illawarra's most accessible coastal spots.
Bond Cleaning Wollongong 2026: End of Lease Guide
End of lease cleaning in Wollongong: costs, tenant rights under NSW law, how to maximise your bond refund, and finding reliable cleaners in the Illawarra.
Healthy Eating Habits: A Practical Guide for Wollongong Locals
Simple, sustainable, and accessible ways to integrate wholefoods and local produce into your daily routine.