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UOW Welcomes 5,000 Students to Open Day Despite Governance Probe
The university welcomes record interest in degree programs while ICAC inquiry continues into contract management practices.
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wellness
Your brain on mindfulness: the science is harder to ignore than ever
Researchers have spent two decades scanning meditating brains, and what they've found should interest anyone who's ever stared at the Pacific from Wollongong's rock pools wondering why they can't switch off.
wellness
Pump Iron for Free: Wollongong's Best Outdoor Gyms and Fitness Circuits
From Stuart Park to Corrimal, the Illawarra has a growing network of no-cost fitness infrastructure that most residents walk straight past.
Politics
Wollongong Health Precinct Strategy Finalised, Plans Boost Jobs and Services
The long-term transformation of the hospital district aims to support new jobs and expanded services for the Illawarra Shoalhaven region.
finance
Steel, coal and copper: what today's commodity surge means for Wollongong workers
A broad rally in metals and energy prices offers a cautiously positive signal for the Illawarra's industrial heartland, even as the local bourse barely moved.
wellness
Wollongong Residents: Choose Between GP, Psychologist, Counsellor for Mental Health
Wollongong residents weighing mental health options can start with clear distinctions between these three providers to manage stress effectively.
community
Wollongong's Best Markets and Maker Fairs This Season
Local markets and maker fairs coming up around Wollongong.
community
Wollongong's Best Diverse Cuisines: Waterfront to Local Cafes
From waterfront dining to neighborhood cafe culture, explore the variety of cuisines and local dining options across the Illawarra.
lifestyle
Wollongong Retirees Reveal Honest Village Costs and Daily Life Advice
Residents share grounded advice on village choices, costs and daily life drawn from Wollongong's established retirement options.
lifestyle
Wollongong Dog Owners: Navigate Parks, Leash Rules, Registration Requirements
Navigate local regulations, leash-free parks, and essential registration requirements for your canine companion.
lifestyle
Wollongong Launches New Community Grants and Support Services
From neighborhood grant initiatives to centralized support services, here is how Wollongong residents are fostering stronger social ties.
lifestyle
Wollongong's Top Wellness Activities: Ocean Bathing, Hiking, Mindfulness
With wellness tourism surging across the Illawarra, here is a practical guide to building a trip around ocean bathing, coastal hiking and mindful movement.
property
Wollongong Office Vacancy Plunges to 10.6%, Landlords Gain Power
With office vacancy falling to 10.6% and record-breaking sales reshaping the city's commercial skyline, tenants face rising competition while landlords gain negotiating power.
property
Wollongong Median House Price Hits $1.3 Million As Buyers Return
The coastal city’s property market is seeing renewed activity, with units outperforming houses and a mix of lifestyle factors drawing interest from Sydney buyers and locals alike.
property
Wollongong Buyers Transform Homes: $2M Art Deco Makeovers, Seven-Day Prefab Builds
From a $2 million-plus resort-style Art Deco makeover to prefab builds that go from slab to lockup in seven days, here's what local buyers should know.
culture
Wollongong's Book Clubs Unite Readers Across All Ages and Interests
From an ABC-backed discussion group tackling a prize-winning poetry collection to a new independent club for twenty-somethings, the city offers a range of literary communities for every age and taste.
culture
Wollongong's Live Music Venues: Where to Catch Performances
From intimate local stages to major concert arenas, here is what visitors need to know about the current live music landscape in Wollongong.
property
Wollongong's New Apartment Market: A Guide For Smart Buyers
With thousands of new apartments proposed or under construction across the city, understanding the landscape is key for first-home buyers and investors alike.
lifestyle
Wollongong Residents Embed Sustainable Practices Into Daily Neighbourhood Routines
Residents across Thirroul, Woonona and central Wollongong areas weave practical eco-friendly steps into neighbourhood routines.
finance
Steel, Coal and the Sea: What Today's Markets Mean for Wollongong Workers
From the BlueScope furnaces to the Port Kembla terminals, the day's global market moves carry real consequences for the Illawarra's industrial heartland.
culture
Wollongong Archives Reveal Decades of Cultural Transformation From Industry to Arts
Local arts groups mark decades of change from industrial roots to contemporary venues across the city.
Technology
AI transforms daily life across Wollongong's suburbs at accelerating pace.
Residents across the Illawarra are encountering artificial intelligence and connected technology in ways they never expected, and the shift is accelerating fast.
property
Wollongong house prices up 6.2% on last year but quarterly gains are slowing
Annual growth still outpacing Sydney in several pockets, but the June quarter tells a more cautious story for buyers and sellers across the Illawarra.
wellness
Mindfulness Rewires Your Brain Faster Than Science Previously Thought Possible
Neuroscience has moved well beyond 'it helps you relax', researchers can now show exactly which brain structures change, and how fast.
lifestyle
Schools in Wollongong: Guide for Families
Find the best primary and high schools in Wollongong and Illawarra. Compare selective, Catholic, and government options for families moving to the region.
lifestyle
Getting Around Wollongong 2026: Trains, Buses, Roads and Cycling Explained
How to get around Wollongong: the South Coast line, local buses, cycling infrastructure, driving and connections to Sydney in 2026.
wellness
Free Mental Health Services Now Available in Wollongong Without Referral
From walk-in counselling at the Corrimal Community Centre to peer support groups meeting at the Wollongong Botanic Garden, a range of free mental health supports are available locally without a GP referral.
lifestyle
Wollongong Opens Multiple Mental Health Support Hubs Across Local Areas
Addresses on Auburn Street and Atchison Street along with other local services offer practical access points for residents seeking help.
wellness
Local Weather Wollongong 2026: Forecasts and Updates
Stay informed with current Wollongong weather forecasts, seasonal trends, and alerts for 2026. Get accurate local conditions to plan your week ahead.
property
Wollongong Rental Market Tightens as Prices Surge Across Illawarra
New data reveals the current state of the rental sector across the Illawarra region, tracking significant shifts in housing and unit availability.
property
Wollongong Property Investors Shift Focus to High-Density, Infrastructure-Linked Suburbs
With rental yields topping 4% and a supply squeeze pushing vacancy below 1%, the city's market is shifting toward higher-density plays and corridor suburbs.
property
Wollongong First-Home Buyers Navigate $780K Median Prices, Rising Rents
With median house prices hovering around $780,000 and rents climbing, first-home buyers in Wollongong face a tough market. Government schemes offer a lifeline, but the city's tight rental landscape is changing the calculus for tenants and landlords alike.
property
Wollongong Auction Market Holds 59% Clearance Rate, Stays Competitive
With clearance rates holding near 59% and median prices stable, first-time buyers face a competitive but navigable market.
sport
Wollongong High Schools Launch Winter Community Leagues Starting This Month
Registrations for team sports at local school venues open this month with priority access for returning players.
finance
Steel, Ships and Superannuation: What Today's Markets Mean for Wollongong Workers
A mixed global session leaves Wollongong's industrial heartland watching copper prices, Asian demand signals and a steadying local bourse.
news
Wollongong Property Listings Plagued by Wrong Photos, Buyers Misled
A years-long accumulation of mismatched and duplicated images across real estate and council databases has left buyers, renters and planners working from faulty visual records.
wellness
Wollongong Wellness Trends: How Local Movements Stack Against Global Leaders
Exploring the city's unique approach to wellness and its place within the global landscape
Technology
AI Investment Floods Wollongong: $340 Million Transforms Illawarra Suburbs
Venture capital, federal grants and university spin-outs are flooding the Illawarra with AI money, and the suburbs are where you'll feel it first.
news
Wollongong Scammers Steal Local Photos to Fake Rentals, Bilk Residents
Duplicate image fraud is costing Illawarra residents money and trust, and the problem is getting worse as the region's housing crunch makes desperate renters easy targets.
news
Wollongong's Steel Industry Pivots Green: BlueScope Leads Major Transition
The city's industrial landscape is undergoing a significant shift, with BlueScope Steel at the forefront of the change
wellness
Wollongong Residents Launch Walking Groups, Boost Community Fitness
Get active, meet new people and explore Wollongong's scenic streets with a neighbourhood walking group, and here's how to get started
lifestyle
Wollongong Jobs 2026: Healthcare, Education, Top Employers and Salaries
A guide to Wollongong's job market, healthcare and education hubs, and where to find work in the Illawarra.