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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.
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A Slovakian fighter's decision to relocate to the southern suburbs signals growing recognition of the region's combat sports infrastructure.
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As the Port Kembla renewable energy hub grows, locals weigh hopes for jobs against concerns over infrastructure strain and rising property pressures.
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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A cooling clearance rate across the Illawarra signals a market shift that has real consequences for anyone planning to sell before Christmas.
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.
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Rental returns across the Illawarra are outpacing many Sydney suburbs, and the data is drawing serious attention from interstate buyers.
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A closer look at the numbers driving the Illawarra's housing supply and affordability challenges
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Residents share their experiences amid ongoing changes shaping Wollongong’s future.
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From Corrimal to Fairy Meadow, locals are discovering that walking the dog is the social workout they never knew they needed.
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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.
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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.
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The transition to green steel in Wollongong is a complex process with deep roots in the region's industrial and economic history.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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