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Wednesday, 29 November 2023
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It started at a kebab shop and ended in a pool of blood.
Grace Crivellaro
The shopping centre will soon have three supermarkets.
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Warrawong Coles unveils new look ahead of competitor's opening
He subjected a woman to a disturbing act.
Grace Crivellaro
File picture of a train at Wollongong Railway Station.
'None of this can be allowed to continue.'
Anna McGuinness
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Hollywood actress joins hunger strike for permanent Gaza ceasefire
Heavy rainfall is causing river rises in several states.
Anna McGuinness
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Flooding at Lake Conjola on November 29. Picture by NSW SES Ulladulla Unit
The heart-stopping close call 'could've ended catastrophically'.
Anna McGuinness
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A school bus rolls towards a busy petrol station in Casino, NSW. Picture via ABC
FSC's declaration of leagues have now been confirmed.
Jordan Warren
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Shellharbour will compete in the Illawarra Premier League in 2024 following their league championship in the District League in 2023. Picture by Adam McLean
There's colour-changing selfie wings and QR code song requests.
Kate McIlwain
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The beach, the farm, the mall and photos with your pet.
Nadine Morton
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There's lots of options to get your photo taken with Santa in the Illawarra. Pictures by Dapto Mall, Jamberoo P&C and Warrawong Plaza
Photo sessions were sold out within hours of releasing time spots.
Angela Thompson
'They're going about their week as normal with no idea they've won...'
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Search for million-dollar Lotto winner with ticket from Illawarra newsagency
Live updates on traffic, travel, and everything else across the Illawarra.
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Kiama bore the brunt of the overnight rain, but the bureau says the severe weather will shift towards Newcastle, Sydney and Wollongong this afternoon.
TAFE students competed in an end-of-year dog grooming comp.
Marlene Even
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Jennifer Kocovski with Monroe a miniature Schnauzer at TAFE NSW Yallah for an end-of-course pet grooming competition..Picture by Sylvia Liber
Existing coal reserves are enough until 2050.
Connor Pearce • 51m ago
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Deidre Stuart said the findings were a wake up call for regulators in Australia. Picture by Adam McLean
'The auction was pumping - it was like back in the days of the peak of the market.'
Brendan Crabb
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The site brings in nearly $2 million per year in net income.
Brendan Crabb
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The property at 132 West Dapto Road, Kembla Grange is for sale. Picture: Supplied
Details on when and where the weather will hit.
Nadine Morton
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Severe weather is impacting Illawarra and the South Coast. Picture by SES Ulladulla
Seven roads and bridges are closed in the Eurobodalla after 24 hours of heavy rain.
Megan McClelland
Mogo Creek rose quickly overnight in Mogo, destroying a section of Veitch Street and blocking access for some residents. Picture supplied
'Wait til it goes public' one councillor said.
Connor Pearce
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Chi Man Cheng, 63, was last seen in Sydney but she could be in the Illawarra.
Nadine Morton
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Chi Man Cheng, 63, was last seen in Sydney's south on Tuesday, November 28 and police say she could be in Wollongong. Picture supplied
Clean out those lint filters, urges firefighter.
Natalie Croxon
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A dryer destroyed in an Albion Park Rail fire, and right, damage to the room. Pictures supplied

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Will Uber Taxi undermine limits on working for long periods?
Anna Houlahan
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Clare Nowland, 95, died in hospital one week after being Tasered on May 17.
Anna Houlahan
Senior constable Kristian White leaves Cooma Local Court on September 6, 2023. Picture by AAP Image/Lukas Coch
The girl group is throwing back to the 90s down under in 2024.
Anna McGuinness
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TLC, America's top girl group, is touring Australia in 2024. Picture supplied by Live Nation
The constable was charged with four counts of common assault.
Anna Houlahan
Nicholas and Michael McCormack after a win for the Wagga Tigers. File picture
'How could he leave me on that couch?' she said, through tears.
Tim Piccione
Brittany Higgins arrives at the Federal Court to give evidence. Picture AAP
FSC's declaration of leagues have now been confirmed.
Jordan Warren
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The elite four-day competition kicks off in Perth this Thursday.
Joshua Bartlett
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Callum Elliott and Jasmine Locke are among a strong contingent of Illawarra athletes who will compete at the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Perth. Picture by Adam McLean
It was also a disappointing weekend for the NSW women's team.
Tony de Souza
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Illawarra Kookaburra Blake Govers was in superb form for NSW Pride on Sunday, but he couldn't stop Brisbane Blaze from prevailing. Picture - Hockey Australia
The Wolves junior has started every game for Western Sydney this season.
Jordan Warren
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The competition is set to attract more than 300 participants.
Joshua Bartlett
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Emily Clements maintains her overhead lifting form during last year's Down Under Championship at the WIN Entertainment Centre. Picture by Anna Warr
Find out who is creating waves in the Wollongong Touch comp.
Bailey Castle
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Charlotte Riolo, Jarryd Turner and Lewis Sargent-Wilson are three of the Illawarra's most exciting young touch football talents. Picture - Wollongong Touch Association
The U19 National Championships run November 30 to December 7
Agron Latifi
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Bailey Abela will play for NSW Country in the U19 National Championships in Albury from November 30 to December 7. Picture supplied
Sam Davies has been ruled out of the 2024 Illawarra Premier League season.
Jordan Warren
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Bulli FC midfielder Sam Davies has been ruled out of the entire 2024 Illawarra Premier League season due to him requiring hip surgery. Picture by Adam McLean

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This seven-bedroom home it perfect for large families.
Nicki Davey
The site brings in nearly $2 million per year in net income.
Brendan Crabb
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The property at 132 West Dapto Road, Kembla Grange is for sale. Picture: Supplied
'The auction was pumping - it was like back in the days of the peak of the market.'
Brendan Crabb
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The property attracted nearly 20 registered bidders and sold for more than $150,000 above the reserve price. Picture: Supplied
The Towradgi home has been dubbed "the ultimate entertainer".
Brendan Crabb
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The Unanderra Hotel has changed hands.
Brendan Crabb
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The Unanderra Hotel has been acquired by the Oscars Group. Picture: Supplied
The home sold for well above its auction guide.
Brendan Crabb
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The home at 153 Cabbage Tree Lane, Mount Pleasant sold at auction. Picture: Supplied
The beach, the farm, the mall and photos with your pet.
Nadine Morton
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A classic murder mystery, children's favourites and cabaret are part of Merrigong Theatre Company's program for the new year.
Desiree Savage
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Merrigong Theatre Compaby artistic director Simon Hinton with the 2024 main stage program. Picture by Adam McLean.
From Pizza Hut to a cult burger chain with Chic-Kanye southern fried chicken, here's what's hoping to open soon.
Desiree Savage
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These franchises are hoping to expand with new stores in the Illawarra. Main picture by Anna Warr
The concert will promises to put the audience in the Christmas mood.
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WollCon's jazz orchestra. Picture supplied
The much-loved restaurant is preparing to move north into a bigger space.
Connor Pearce
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Jinsu Kim of Jin's Place is planning on moving to a larger premises in Thirroul after the success of his Corrimal restaurant. Picture by Robert Peet
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Wednesday, 29 November 2023

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With a focus on sustainable cruising, Hurtigruten Expeditions is helping people to experience one of the world's most beautiful and pristine regions - Antartica.
Rosie Ryan
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To manage pain, many Australians turn to common over-the-counter pain relievers.
Paracetamol is one of the most widely used pain relief medicines in the world that is available without prescription. Picture Karolina Grabowska via Pexels
Explore our most mighty waterway while tasting the wine made from sun ripened vines.
Emma Brown
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Impressive cliffs scoured by the river over millions of years along the Murray River. Picture Shutterstock

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Existing coal reserves are enough until 2050.
Connor Pearce • 51m ago
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The shopping centre will soon have three supermarkets.
Newsroom
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Warrawong Coles unveils new look ahead of competitor's opening
There is a widespread lack of trust in the building sector.
Connor Pearce
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Kelly and Tony Sharples outside their unfinished home in February 2023. Picture by Adam McLean
From Pizza Hut to a cult burger chain with Chic-Kanye southern fried chicken, here's what's hoping to open soon.
Desiree Savage
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These franchises are hoping to expand with new stores in the Illawarra. Main picture by Anna Warr
The much-loved restaurant is preparing to move north into a bigger space.
Connor Pearce
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Jinsu Kim of Jin's Place is planning on moving to a larger premises in Thirroul after the success of his Corrimal restaurant. Picture by Robert Peet
Existing coal reserves are enough until 2050.
Connor Pearce • 51m ago
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The shopping centre will soon have three supermarkets.
Newsroom
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Warrawong Coles unveils new look ahead of competitor's opening
Clean out those lint filters, urges firefighter.
Natalie Croxon
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A dryer destroyed in an Albion Park Rail fire, and right, damage to the room. Pictures supplied
FSC's declaration of leagues have now been confirmed.
Jordan Warren
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There's colour-changing selfie wings and QR code song requests.
Kate McIlwain
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Fairy Meadow's jukebox Christmas house ready to switch on light display
The elite four-day competition kicks off in Perth this Thursday.
Joshua Bartlett
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Callum Elliott and Jasmine Locke are among a strong contingent of Illawarra athletes who will compete at the ICF Canoe Ocean Racing World Championships in Perth. Picture by Adam McLean
Transport for NSW is looking at options to replace some of the fence.
Natalie Croxon
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New fencing fills the gap on Wollongong Harbour's breakwater. Picture by Robert Peet
A lazy way to spread some Christmas cheer and make someone else smile.
Desiree Savage
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Car Expert
Lotus' 450kW ultra-fast EV chargers can add over 140km of range in five minutes. They're already in China, with other markets on the way.
Jade Credentino
Chery Australia is asserting itself as the 'premium' pick of China's vehicle brands, considering itself a rival to the Koreans and Japanese.
James Wong
Chery says it's the 'most premium' Chinese brand, guns for Japan, Korea
Over 250 examples of the Porsche 911 are being recalled as the side airbags may deploy unnecessarily in the event of a crash.
Jack Quick
Porsche 911 recalled due to airbag fault
A European patent has revealed BMW could call it could call the forthcoming electric M3 the iM3. It'll likely have a quad-motor drivetrain.
Jack Quick
BMW's upcoming electric M3 has a name - report
The Tesla Model 3 update brings more equipment, greater range but higher prices. It's here in early 2024.
William Stopford
The Senior
Thousands have heard Reg's stories about Kokoda Track. He has some simple advice to young people.
Staff Reporter
Discover the processes that spark genius in this engrossing film.
Staff Reporter
Daniel Johns and David Helfgott in a still from the film. Picture supplied
Ghana migrant Ebenezer Banful prides himself on connecting cultures.
Rowan Cowley
ACT Senior Australian of the Year Ebenezer Banful. Picture by Salty Dingo
The Land
Soil is the foundation of our existence, but few are pursuing careers as soil scientists.
Hayley Warden • 1hr ago
Public comment sought on renewable energy guidelines.
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The transition to renewable energy comes at a cost to landscape amenity and a draft NSW Government policy is asking for community feedback on the issue. File photo.
Students calve out a career in the dairy industry.
Elka Devney
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Eli Hayes, Seth Eastley, Archer Cusak and Jake Wilmshurst, better known as The Milkers, with their calf. Picture supplied.
Melissa Thompson charts the evolution of famous dishes.
Karen Hardy
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And try this easy six-step chocolate mousse for dessert.
Karen Hardy
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Roast garlic chicken on potato and leek gratin. Picture by Chris Court. Recipe and styling: Donna Hay
From Pizza Hut to a cult burger chain with Chic-Kanye southern fried chicken, here's what's hoping to open soon.
Desiree Savage
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These franchises are hoping to expand with new stores in the Illawarra. Main picture by Anna Warr

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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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