Weekly summary

The week that was in Wollongong

The seven Wollongong stories our readers spent the most time with over the last seven days.

Community · 26 June 2026
Thirroul women's club celebrates 70 years as enduring community gathering place
The club transformed from an exclusive organisation into a thriving hub for women's friendship and support.
Community · 26 June 2026
Tim Finn brings intimate concert to Anita's Theatre after popular Illawarra appearance
The Kiwi music legend returns for what he calls a 'victory lap' at the beloved venue.
Community · 26 June 2026
North Wollongong residents clash with council over parking signage visibility
A North Wollongong resident accuses council of making parking changes too discreetly to notice.
Community · 26 June 2026
Motor Neurone Disease becomes notifiable, fulfilling Illawarra advocate's final wish
A former Illawarra resident's campaign to track MND outcomes has reached fruition despite his passing.
Federal · 26 June 2026
Great koala national park carbon credit deal advances NSW conservation
Minns government clears federal hurdle to proceed with long-awaited park protecting 12,000 koalas.
Community · 26 June 2026
Upmarket Cliff Road development tests Wollongong's planning boundaries
A $6 million waterfront apartment tower plans to sidestep affordable housing requirements through planning rules.
Federal · 26 June 2026
Wollongong sports facilities project gets budget boost for construction phase
Federal investment signals readiness to proceed with flashy new precinct in the Steel City.

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Thirroul women's club celebrates 70 years as enduring community gathering place