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Every university story from The Daily Wollongong.

• · 27 June 2026

  Four-legged fitness partners: Wollongong's dog-friendly parks where exercise meets community

  From Stuart Park to the foreshore, Wollongong's best outdoor spaces are becoming unexpected hubs for social fitness—and your canine companion is welcome.

• · 27 June 2026

  Finding your way through: perimenopause and menopause support services locally

  Wollongong women navigating hormonal transition now have access to specialised GP clinics, allied health services and community programs within the Illawarra.

• · 27 June 2026

  Strength in Numbers: How Wollongong's Social Programs Are Fighting Isolation in Older Adults

  From coastal group walks to community centres, local initiatives are proving that staying connected is as vital to ageing well as any exercise routine.

• · 27 June 2026

  Yoga styles explained: which one suits your lifestyle

  From gentle Hatha to dynamic Vinyasa, Wollongong's thriving yoga community offers a practice for every body and mind.

• · 27 June 2026

  Winter wellness on a budget: free community fitness events happening this month

  From coastal walks to temple tai chi, Wollongong's free fitness offerings prove you don't need a gym membership to stay active.

• · 27 June 2026

  Houses surge while units lag: what Wollongong's growing price gap reveals

  As detached homes command premium growth, apartment buyers face a stalled market—and the divide signals a shift in how locals are choosing to live.

• · 27 June 2026

  Wollongong's aquatic centres and swim programs are opening doors for every generation

  From toddlers to retirees, local pools are proving that water-based fitness is one of the most inclusive ways to build strength, confidence and community.

• · 27 June 2026

  How to start a walking group in your neighbourhood

  From Fairy Meadow to Figtree, locals are discovering that organised neighbourhood walks build fitness, friendship and community spirit.

• · 27 June 2026

  Wollongong's Social Programs Are Fighting Isolation in Older Adults—And the Results Speak for Themselves

  From walking groups to community fitness classes, local initiatives are proving that staying connected is just as vital to ageing well as staying active.

• · 27 June 2026

  Social connection as medicine: the loneliness epidemic

  As isolation rates climb, Wollongong wellness experts reveal how friendships and community activities are the most powerful stress-relief tools we're overlooking.

• News · 27 June 2026

  Wollongong Community News: June 2026

  From Thirroul to Port Kembla — what is happening across the Illawarra this winter.

• Sport · 27 June 2026

  Wollongong Winter Sport 2026: Sea Eagles Territory and Illawarra's Sporting Fabric

  Rugby league, surf and community competition in the Illawarra this winter.

• · 27 June 2026

  Finding Stillness by the Sea: How Wollongong Locals Are Mastering Mindfulness

  From beachside meditation to indoor studios, Wollongong's growing mindfulness movement is helping residents manage stress and reconnect with their community.

• Community · 27 June 2026

  Wollongong Arts and Culture in 2026: More Than You Think

  Galleries, performance, the arts precinct and a creative community that surprises visitors.

• Federal · 27 June 2026

  Wollongong and the Illawarra: What the 2026 Federal Budget Means for the Region

  Steel, university, healthcare and housing — how budget decisions land in one of NSW's most distinct regional cities.

• 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.

• Business · 26 June 2026

  Amigos restaurant expands south with new Dapto venue

  The beloved eatery opens in the southern suburbs after strong community support.

• Community · 26 June 2026

  Wollongong's multicultural football community finds unity as political polarisation rises

  Refugee-led football team rallies community identity as One Nation's electoral momentum raises broader social tensions.

• Business · 26 June 2026

  Amigos expands into Dapto as southern suburbs restaurant appetite grows

  The beloved eatery capitalises on strong community support to open its second location in the region.

• Community · 26 June 2026

  MND achieves notifiable disease status, fulfilling late Illawarra man's advocacy campaign

  Motor Neurone Disease recognition marks outcome of sustained community and medical advocacy in a region touched deeply by the illness.

• Community · 26 June 2026

  UOW Open Day draws 5,000 prospective students seeking pathway to regional jobs market

  University of Wollongong's flagship recruitment event reflects ongoing demand for local higher education as Illawarra economy diversifies beyond traditional industries.

• Community · 26 June 2026

  Schools and Education in Wollongong: Universities, Schools and Training

  A general guide to how Wollongong's universities, schools and vocational providers fit together, and how families and students find their way through them.

• Business · 26 June 2026

  Wollongong’s Economy Explained: From the BlueScope Steelworks to a Coastal Knowledge City

  How the Illawarra capital is reshaping its identity around Port Kembla, the University of Wollongong, a young technology scene and a coastline drawing visitors, as heavy industry gives ground to services.

• Business · 25 June 2026

  University of Wollongong innovation enterprise creates tech startup pipeline for the Illawarra

  UOW's iAccelerate program and affiliated research commercialisation activity are generating startup ventures that are choosing to remain in Wollongong rather than relocating to Sydney.

• Community · 25 June 2026

  Wollongong's multicultural community reflects its industrial immigration history and continues to evolve

  Decades of immigration through the steel industry and later through the university have given Wollongong one of regional Australia's most diverse cultural communities.

• News · 25 June 2026

  UOW Innovation Campus secures $180M expansion with three new research institutes

  Wollongong's tech precinct is set to become one of Australia's most significant innovation hubs.

• Community · 22 June 2026

  University of Wollongong: Innovation on the Escarpment

  The university's research and commercialisation programs have reshaped the city's economy.

• News · 22 June 2026

  University of Wollongong launches $50M commercialisation fund

  UOW's new fund will support researchers turning their work into commercial ventures.

• Community · 21 June 2026

  University of Wollongong: The Regional University With Global Standing

  UOW has built a research reputation that far exceeds what its origins as a regional institution might suggest.

• News · 19 June 2026

  University of Wollongong Innovation Campus opens new technology park precinct

  The $140 million expansion adds 40,000 square metres of research and commercial space, targeting deep-tech and advanced manufacturing.

• Finance · 19 June 2026

  Superannuation for Illawarra workers: steel, university, and the health sector

  Wollongong's diverse workforce has very different super accumulation profiles and strategies.

• Business · 17 June 2026

  UOW Innovation Campus drives Illawarra knowledge economy as commercialisation accelerates

  The campus at Fairy Meadow hosts 80 companies and 4,000 knowledge workers.

• Community · 17 June 2026

  Best Suburbs to Live in Wollongong in 2026: Lifestyle, Schools and Community

  The best Wollongong suburbs in 2026 for families, young professionals, retirees, first home buyers and lifestyle seekers.

• Business · 17 June 2026

  UOW spinoffs and commercial ventures: Wollongong's knowledge business ecosystem

  The University of Wollongong is generating more commercial ventures than at any point in its history.

• Community · 16 June 2026

  Wollongong Arts: A Creative Community in an Industrial City

  The Illawarra's arts scene has grown independently of Sydney, finding its own voice.

• Community · 14 June 2026

  Art and Culture in Wollongong: The Regional Scene With Metropolitan Ambitions

  The Wollongong Art Gallery and the arts community are building a cultural scene that punches above its weight.

• Community · 13 June 2026

  Mental Health Support in Wollongong: Services, Helplines and Where to Get Help

  A guide to mental health services, helplines and community resources in Wollongong for 2026.

• Community · 13 June 2026

  Dapto and Shellharbour: Wollongong's Growing Southern Communities

  The suburbs south of Wollongong are the fastest-growing parts of the Illawarra.

• Sport · 13 June 2026

  Where to Watch the Footy Finals in Wollongong

  A guide to the best spots in the Illawarra to catch NRL and NBL finals season with fellow fans, from pubs and clubs to community venues.

• Business · 5 June 2026

  Wollongong startup community matures as UNILAB and iAccelerate produce global companies

  The Illawarra has produced several technology companies with national and international market presence.

• Federal · 2 June 2026

  UOW secures $58 million in ARC research funding across materials, health, and engineering

  The University of Wollongong is one of Australia's fastest-growing research universities by grant income.

• Sport · 23 May 2026

  How to Watch and Listen to Wollongong Sport: TV, Radio, Streaming and Local Broadcasters

  You do not need to be at WIN Stadium or WIN Entertainment Centre to stay connected to Illawarra sport, with a range of broadcast, streaming and community media options keeping fans in the loop.

• Sport · 4 April 2026

  Junior Cricket in Wollongong: Clubs, Formats and How to Get Started

  A guide for Illawarra families to junior cricket, from MiniCricket for beginners through to club competition across the Wollongong region.

• Sport · 28 March 2026

  All-Abilities Sport in Wollongong: How the Illawarra Opens Its Fields and Courts to Everyone

  From wheelchair-friendly pathways to dedicated all-abilities programs across a range of sports, Wollongong is committed to making active participation available to every member of the community.

• Sport · 21 March 2026

  Junior Football in Wollongong: How to Get Your Child Involved in the Beautiful Game

  A guide for Illawarra families to junior football clubs, registration, the season and what to expect when your child kicks off their football journey.