An Australian clean energy pioneer-turned-filmmaker is hoping his documentaries will help to change the world’s approach to renewables.  The University of Wollongong hosted a free screening of Andy Evans’ documentary Planet Wind on the Uni Hall big…

A seasoned journalist with over three decades of experience, Tracey Kirkland has spent her career on the front lines of news and information. She’s worked in both broadcast and print, and is…

An Illawarra woman named the region’s volunteer of the year fears vulnerable families her charity helps will face mounting difficulties in the approach to Christmas.  Gloria Rohov says Anglicare has made an…

Michael Samaras is a Sydney-based writer and researcher with a knack for uncovering hidden histories. In 2022, his research brought to light the Nazi past of the Wollongong Art Gallery’s founding benefactor.…

Four budding public speakers stepped up to the mic at September 20’s Culture Mix festival in the city. Working in pairs, Syuzanna, Nar Moe, Zinah and Ndanyuzwe “Pacific” Pacifique took turns to host Wollongong’s…

An Illawarra-raised triathlon titan who got into the sport when challenged by a colleague has been honoured as Wollongong prepares to host the world’s top triathlon talent. Former world ironman champion Ben…

Patrol season began on Friday, with more than 50 new lifeguards joining the Wollongong City Council team ahead of what’s tipped to be busy summer. Safety was the key message when local politicians joined lifeguards and…

Patrol season began on Friday, with more than 50 new lifeguards joining the Wollongong City Council team ahead of what’s tipped to be busy summer. Safety was the key message when local politicians joined lifeguards and…

Eddie Barry of Corrimal was 17 when his 21-year-old sister died of an accidental heroin overdose – a tragedy he says still haunts his family nearly four decades later and which constantly inspires…