Illawarra Mercury
Saturday, 27 July 2024
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Follow all the action from the Paris opening ceremony.
Karen Hardy, Josh Callinan, Caden Helmers
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'Scorecard' confirms impact of mining among its data.
Ben Langford
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It's hard to miss the Mount Pleasant house adorned with flags.
Joel Ehsman • 2hrs ago
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Xavier and Macey Guevara are getting into the Olympic spirit. Picture by Sylvia Liber
'There seems to be hatred from all the damage.'
Nadine Morton
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Ziad Sultan, Hussein Salem and Abdur Abdullah inside the damaged and graffitied Omar Mosque. Picture by Anna Warr
The big return came despite no renos being done on the property.
Brendan Crabb
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31 Headland Parade, Barrack Point sold earlier this month. Picture: Supplied
Was it Alabama, Kansas, Iowa or Oregon?
Anna Houlahan
Truman Capotes 1966 non-fiction novel In Cold Blood was set in which US state? Picture John Downing/Express/Getty Images
A petition for Biddy has reached 12,000 signatures.
Grace Dudley
Rebekah Porter holding a photo of her daughter Biddy. Picture supplied
Artist Mike Hewson said removing the works would cost council a lot.
Glen Humphries
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Artist Mike Hewson and his palm tree up the pole at Wollongong Mall .. he said removing it and the related artworks wouldn't be cheap. Picture by Sylvia Liber
Obituary
She was 15 when she made the news during the Queen's first visit to the city
Kate McIlwain • 24m ago
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David Carney's side are now in fifth... and can stay there.
Jordan Warren
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Takumi Ofuka marked his return to the Wolves starting side from injury with a goal in a 5-1 win against Sydney FC. Picture by Robert Peet
People want high-profile sites selected, Lord Mayor says.
Ben Langford
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'The league championship is absolutely our desire.'
Jordan Warren
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The Illawarra Premier League title race is set to go down to the wire. Pictures by Adam McLean and Anna Warr
'I was blown away by how many people were keen to get involved.'
Nadine Morton
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Michael Rigney holding his daughter, with Greg Toohey, Chris Guillaume and Michael Daly at Michael's home gym on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. Picture by Adam McLean
Tell us what's going on and we'll publish it here.
Newsroom
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Protestors were out in force when The Nationals leader David Littleproud stopped into Wollongong the day after the wind zone announcement. Picture by Anna Warr
'It was a very cool moment in my life.'
Jordan Warren
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Albion Park's Karmichael Fosteris meeting his hero, Supercars legend Chaz Mostert at the 2024 Sydney SuperNight on Saturday 20 July at Sydney Motorsport Park. Picture supplied
'I will stab you,' the man allegedly threatened.
Grace Crivellaro
Shame and embarrassment are silencing victims of romantic scams.
Angela Thompson
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Kylee Dennis pictured today and (inset) as a probationary constable in 1989. Main picture: Sylvia Liber
'I borrowed a textbook from one of my oncologists, and that opened the doors.'
Kate McIlwain • 41m ago
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UOW researcher Kiarn Roughley is this year's Cancer Council Relay For Life Illawara ambassador. Picture by Sylvia Liber
A double-header at home, a musical blockbuster and more.
Newsroom
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Aunty Barbara McGrady, The Great Servo Yard Sale in Port Kembla, Alison K Lawther's work in the Timbermill exhibition and a Dragons home-game crowd.
What's on
A chance to nab an original painting from a local artist before they lift their prices.
Tareyn Varley
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$70m mill will replace imported tube with local product.
Newsroom
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BlueScope's CEO of Australian Steel Products Tania Archibald at the opening on Thursday. Picture supplied by BlueScope
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb's connection to the Illawarra.
Nadine Morton • 1hr ago
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The Illawarra Police Charity Ball returned after three years. Picture by Anna Warr

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'Let's make the most Aussie rave in history!'
Annika Rhoades
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Police allege an immigration detainee used an encrypted messaging service to deal drugs and co-ordinate a network of runners outside the facility.
Rachael Ward • 2hrs ago
Two men are accused of involvement in a drug supply racket run from Villawood Detention Centre. Photo: HANDOUT/NSW POLICE
Victoria and NSW are experiencing a significant uptick.
Carla Mascarenhas
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Colorized transmission electron micrograph of monkeypox virus particles (red) found within an infected cell (blue), cultured in the laboratory. Pictures by Universal Images Group/Shutterstock
Police accused of assault, battery and false imprisonment.
Anna Houlahan
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Festival goers at Splendour In the Grass on July 20, 2019. Picture AAP Image/Regi Varghese
NASA said the light show will last until dawn.
Anna Houlahan
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Canberra stargazers take in the night sky. Picture Sitthixay Ditthavong
Winter the perfect time for a new family member
David Carney's side are now in fifth... and can stay there.
Jordan Warren
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Takumi Ofuka marked his return to the Wolves starting side from injury with a goal in a 5-1 win against Sydney FC. Picture by Robert Peet
Corrimal, Shellharbour, and Port Kembla will take part.
Jordan Warren
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St George Illawarra NRLW skipper Tara McGrath-West training 50-plus Port Kembla Rugby League juniors ahead of the Dragons season opener against the Titans on Sunday, July 28. Picture by Sylvia Liber
'I really think any of the top four can win the comp'
Agron Latifi
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'It was a very cool moment in my life.'
Jordan Warren
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Albion Park's Karmichael Fosteris meeting his hero, Supercars legend Chaz Mostert at the 2024 Sydney SuperNight on Saturday 20 July at Sydney Motorsport Park. Picture supplied
The race for the top four is heating up with four rounds to play
Agron Latifi
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Justin Jones and Nathan Ford are key players for Warilla and Gerringong respectively. Pictures by Illawarra Mercury photographers.
Greyhound King Can't Win has won six times from 11 starts
Greyhound King Can't Win has won six times from 11 starts. Picture supplied

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The big return came despite no renos being done on the property.
Brendan Crabb
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A new release of land has been bought forward due to demand, developers say.
Jen Melocco
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Extensive parkland and surrounding wetlands give the development a natural appeal. Pic: Supplied
Free berth offer for the Shellharbour Marina.
Brendan Crabb
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The 12-hectare new engineered harbour houses the marina with newly opened Marina Services Centre, maintenance area, modern boat ramp and fuel dock. Picture: Supplied
A lifestyle opportunity just moments from beaches and city centre
Feature Property
Five luxury design homes from around the country.
Jen Melocco
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The view is as stunning as the home design in this property in Cygnet in Tasmania. Pic: Supplied
Australians squeezed by rising rates & inflation
Emily Rayner
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*Latest observation March 2024
**Series only available March 2019
***Well secured loans prior to March 2022 - both secured and not well - secured thereafter.
A double-header at home, a musical blockbuster and more.
Newsroom
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A chance to nab an original painting from a local artist before they lift their prices.
Tareyn Varley
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Holly Eva in front of her work hanging in Project Contemporary Artspace for the Timbermill Artisans exhibition. Pictures by Robert Peet
NAIDOC celebrations at sacred Aboriginal Place.
Newsroom
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NAIDOC celebrations at Sandon Point (Kuradji). Picture by Robert Peet
Kids learn the ropes of hip-hop, cheerleading and breakdancing.
Newsroom
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Young dancers at the Hawks Dance Camp. Picture by Anna Warr
A cracking new play, a kite festival, a NAIDOC family fun day and more.
Tareyn Varley
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The cast of the Dire Theatre Company Radio Variety Hour.
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It's not the benign or broad-based movement it purports to be.
Simon Cowan
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Collecting data is a key way to improve the lives of Australians.
Cressida Gaukroger
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Areas like safety, health, sustainability, social connection and prosperity can be improved by MWM data. Picture Shutterstock
Letting go of micro-managing has been challenging for many bosses.
Zoë Wundenberg
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Many government jobs now offer hybrid and options for remote working. Picture Shutterstock
The regions are faring better than metro areas.
Carla Mascarenhas
Australia is headed for an unprecedented wave of insolvencies . Picture by Geoff Jones
New legislation rightly has many small business owners worried.
Bruce Billson
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Small businesses and their representatives are alarmed at the system being contemplated. Picture Shutterstock
Tell us what's going on and we'll publish it here.
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She was 15 when she made the news during the Queen's first visit to the city
Kate McIlwain • 24m ago
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Vale Margaret Tougher, Wollongong schoolgirl with the blow-away hat
'I borrowed a textbook from one of my oncologists, and that opened the doors.'
Kate McIlwain • 41m ago
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UOW researcher Kiarn Roughley is this year's Cancer Council Relay For Life Illawara ambassador. Picture by Sylvia Liber
NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb's connection to the Illawarra.
Nadine Morton • 1hr ago
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Poppy the parrot was missing for nearly two whole days.
Joel Ehsman • 1hr ago
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Top: One Facebook user was driven "crazy" by Poppy the Parrot. Bottom Left: Poppy with saviour Mark and his son. Bottom Right: Poppy in all her glory. Pictures supplied
It's hard to miss the Mount Pleasant house adorned with flags.
Joel Ehsman • 2hrs ago
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Xavier and Macey Guevara are getting into the Olympic spirit. Picture by Sylvia Liber
The residential-commercial mix is now before Kiama Council.
Glen Humphries
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A look at a second development planned for Akuna Street in Kiama, opposite the large-scale shopping-residential proposal already lodged with the council.
David Carney's side are now in fifth... and can stay there.
Jordan Warren
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Takumi Ofuka marked his return to the Wolves starting side from injury with a goal in a 5-1 win against Sydney FC. Picture by Robert Peet
IRT Group CEO Patrick Reid says it's important to maintain healthy habits as we age
Patrick Reid
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Let us know how bad your morning has been.
Nadine Morton
The damaged and broken awning in the car park at Woolworths Stoney Range in Shellharbour on Wednesday, July 3, 2024. Picture by Darren Malone
Says local 17-year-old who has been vaping for five years.
A file image of a woman smoking a disposable vape.
There are numerous volunteering opportunities in the Illawarra for those looking to make a difference
Robert Servine
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 Illawarra locals Leanne, Diane and Narelle volunteering at Green Connect Op Shop Unanderra. Picture supplied
Opinion: Everything old is new again - but maybe not the prices.
Kate McIlwain
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Spiderbait, student unionism, long denim skirts - it's the 2000s all over again

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A journey laced with old memories and new discoveries.
John Hanscombe
Retail therapy in Ginza is full of surprises.
Susan Skelly
Ultimate Guide: The best shops in Tokyo's most famous retail district
You can accomplish a lot in 14 hours. Just follow our lead.
Natascha Mirosch
Plus, seven other stellar holiday packages to book now.
Deal of the week: Save $7500 per person on this luxe cruise in Asia
A Hong Kong thoroughfare is studded with Michelin haunts.
Carrie Hutchinson
We ate our way down Hong Kong's Michelin-star Mile - here's the verdict
"Health issues" and "hobbies and interests" come next.
Travel is the number one priority for retirees, says new report
Dine where the Rat Pack used to.
Ben Groundwater
The right side of history: Raising the 'steaks' in Vegas

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Car Expert
Chances are you've never seen Cadillac selling new cars in Australia, but the brand is banking on you having heard of it.
Jordan Mulach
Tired of big American pickup trucks? How about a big American luxury SUV instead? One firm is bringing right-hand drive versions of the Lincoln Navigator to Australia.
Simon Christie
Lincoln Navigator: Conversion firm bringing Lexus LX, Cadillac Escalade rival to Australia
Looking for a new 4x4 ute? These are the most fuel-efficient variants of the 4x4 utes in Australia.
Tyra Lawler-Cass
The most fuel efficient 4x4 utes in Australia
Geelong-based Carbon Revolution is making optional carbon-fibre wheels for the high-performance Chevrolet Corvette ZR1.
Jack Quick
The fastest Corvette ever has some Australian DNA
The V8-powered LandCruiser 70 Series is soon to be no more – but is it worth trying to get a hold of one of these, or just get the four-pot?
James Wong
2024 Toyota LandCruiser 70 Series V8 review
The Senior
The advocacy group says businesses leave scam victims feeling alone and ashamed.
Eileen Wood
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Disability is on the rise and young people are stepping up to help.
Rowan Cowley
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The number of young Australians serving in caring roles is snowballing. Picture from Shutterstock
A new app encourages people to explore Australia via the open road.
Rowan Cowley
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The app boasts 30 fully mapped routes and counting. Picture supplied
The Land
An article series on local seniors' treasured memories.
Sarah Falson • 2hrs ago
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A full gallery of photos from Knowla Livestock's annual bull sale.
Samantha Townsend
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Annie Laurie, Knowla Livestock, Gloucester taking the family photographs during the sale. Pictures by Samantha Townsend
Federal ICPA conference draws some of the best bush advocates.
Mount Isa Branch of the Air's Wendy Hick and Margaret Brock.
Tips on achieving the trend that's a whisper, not a shout.
Linley Wilkie
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There's a lot to do in the off-season before spring kicks off.
Phoebe Christofi
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Picture by Tourism Australia
Cherie Hausler's wholefood recipes from her country home.
Cherie Hausler
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Quince hummingbird cake with tahini caramel

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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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