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The cliffs that form the city's western backdrop and the coastal drive to the south are among Australia's most spectacular natural features.
Politics
The reform requires Wollongong City Council to meet state-set dwelling approval benchmarks, which residents may notice through shifts in application processing compared with Shellharbour and Kiama councils.
finance
A Slovakian fighter's decision to relocate to the southern suburbs signals growing recognition of the region's combat sports infrastructure.
news
As the Port Kembla renewable energy hub grows, locals weigh hopes for jobs against concerns over infrastructure strain and rising property pressures.
news
As the Illawarra accelerates its shift toward green steel and renewable energy, a growing number of urban planners are asking whether this region can pull off what Glasgow, Pittsburgh and Ruhr managed, and do it faster.
news
A creeping problem in the Illawarra real estate market has quietly undermined buyer trust for years, and the reckoning is finally here.
wellness
Expert-backed insights for balancing your sleep schedule to boost physical and emotional recovery.
property
A 22-storey residential development near Wollongong CBD has cleared the final planning hurdle, and buyers, renters and downsizers are all watching what comes next.
community
Sea Cliff Bridge, Royal National Park, and the best outdoor experiences in the Illawarra.
property
From Fairy Meadow to Corrimal, residents and developers are squaring off over the city's future, and both sides have a point.
wellness
How local residents are applying national health guidelines to manage long-term wellbeing through screenings and lifestyle adjustments.
property
A cooling clearance rate across the Illawarra signals a market shift that has real consequences for anyone planning to sell before Christmas.
wellness
From steel pull-up bars at Stuart Park to the punishing steps of the Illawarra Escarpment, the region's outdoor gym network is bigger, and better, than most residents realise.
property
A series of zoning amendments and state-backed housing directives are rewriting the rules across Wollongong's most sought-after suburbs, and buyers are already adjusting their calculations.
community
Traffic relief, dining excitement, and the steady rhythm of life in our growing southern suburb.
news
Education officials say Wollongong's workforce pipeline faces critical shortfall as BlueScope and renewables sector expand.
property
The best suburbs to live in Wollongong in 2026: beachside Thirroul and Fairy Meadow, family-friendly Figtree, and the most affordable areas for renters and first home buyers.
news
As BlueScope Steel pivots toward carbon-neutral production, the question looms: can this working-class city match the pace of European rivals already deep into their green transitions?
wellness
Australian Dietary Guidelines and local research together point to sustainable approaches that prioritise food groups and intuitive behaviours over restrictive targets.
community
How much does air conditioning installation cost in Wollongong in 2026? Split system and ducted reverse-cycle AC costs for the Illawarra region, coastal corrosion considerations, NSW ESS rebates, and tips for Wollongong homeowners.
community
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.
finance
Job reductions at the Wongawilli colliery and a major Port Kembla land transition illustrate shifting investment patterns in the region.
community
Coastal temperate climate with ocean pools open seasonally. Here's what to expect month by month in Wollongong.
community
The beaches north of Wollongong centre provide the best surf and the most dramatic coastal scenery.
Politics
New laws on rental protections and development approvals are expected to accelerate housing supply across Australia, but local experts say Wollongong's tight rental market and rising construction costs mean relief for struggling residents may take years.
wellness
From Bulli to Warrawong, the Illawarra's weekend markets are packed with cold-season produce that's cheaper, fresher, and better for you than anything on a supermarket shelf.
property
Rental returns across the Illawarra are outpacing many Sydney suburbs, and the data is drawing serious attention from interstate buyers.
news
A closer look at the numbers driving the Illawarra's housing supply and affordability challenges
news
Residents share their experiences amid ongoing changes shaping Wollongong’s future.
wellness
From Corrimal to Fairy Meadow, locals are discovering that walking the dog is the social workout they never knew they needed.
property
With rental vacancy rates at a record low, renters in Wollongong are facing intense competition for limited properties, particularly in coastal suburbs like Fairy Meadow and Thirroul.
news
A closer look at the numbers driving the Illawarra's housing supply and affordability challenges
wellness
Wollongong residents can source sauerkraut, kimchi and kombucha from Illawarra producers to support digestion without leaving the region.
community
Commuters and local businesses get a reprieve as one of the Illawarra's major routes reopens in stages.
news
The transition to green steel in Wollongong is a complex process with deep roots in the region's industrial and economic history.
Politics
The University of Wollongong is cutting 92 jobs and closing four courses, while NSW public schools are opening doors to more temporary visa students, here's how the twin shifts affect Wollongong residents.
community
How much does a bathroom renovation cost in Wollongong in 2026? Budget, mid-range, and luxury bathroom renovation prices for the Illawarra region, tiler and plumber rates, escarpment suburb considerations, and tips for Wollongong homeowners in 2026.
property
Wollongong first home buyers weigh stamp duty concessions and the NSW First Home Owner Grant against price gaps between new CBD apartments and older stock in Fairy Meadow.
Politics
The adjustments target R2 rules across many suburbs while adding a new R4 high-density zone in North Wollongong to reflect differences in transport and bushfire risk.
Politics
The Wollongong Transport Strategy 2025-2035 and companion City Centre Movement and Place Plan set out changes to transport networks across the Local Government Area after endorsement in 2024.
community
Wollongong carpet installation guide 2026: how much carpet installation costs in Wollongong, carpet vs hybrid vs timber comparisons, Illawarra coastal humidity and salt air flooring considerations, and how to find a reliable carpet layer near you.
Politics
Wollongong residents will face a 3.9 per cent rates increase from 2026-27 as council allocates $151 million in the first year of a four-year capital works plan covering transport, libraries and more than 670 projects.
community
An hour south of Sydney with its own beaches and a reinvented economy, Wollongong is hard to beat.
Technology
As artificial intelligence and automation reshape our city's economy, residents and policymakers grapple with whose futures are secured-and whose are left behind.
Technology
Fibre upgrades, sensor networks and a $47 million city data platform are quietly rewriting the routines of residents across the Illawarra.
property
Wollongong tenants currently face lower weekly outlays than owners carrying mortgages on homes near the state median price.
Politics
From housing density rules to infrastructure levies, councillors this month made decisions whose effects residents will start to feel within months, not years.
property
Professional property investors and agents gather in the city for a midweek networking event as the sector braces for tax reform fallout.
news
The expanded Emergency Short Stay Area at Wollongong Hospital has supported recent improvements in patient flow and treatment times.
community
Wollongong builder guide 2026: how much home extensions, granny flats, and full renovations cost in Wollongong and the Illawarra, NSW Fair Trading licence requirements, coastal building considerations, and how to get accurate quotes for your Wollongong renovation project.
wellness
From charity walks along the foreshore to timed fun runs through the escarpment foothills, the Illawarra's social fitness calendar is filling up fast this July and August.
news
Council's record investment sets priorities across hundreds of projects, with sequencing and renewal focus now requiring decisions on delivery.
wellness
From a new adult walk-in hub to peer-support spaces for young people, Wollongong has expanded its free mental health services in recent months. Here's what's available and where to find it.
property
As the NSW median house price hovers around $860,000, build-to-rent developments are emerging as a viable alternative for renters in Wollongong, particularly in suburbs like Fairy Meadow and Thirroul.
lifestyle
Wollongong residents outline their routines for winter walks, coffee stops and coastal living on a mid-July budget.
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