lamb shanks with green purée and dutch carrots

The ultimate weekend roast, with melt-in-your-mouth lamb simmered in a gut-healing broth infused with clove, cinnamon and cardamom, this roast will be a favourite feast for family and friends alike.

Food, LifestyleSasha Johnson29 June 2024Coal Coast Magazine lamb shanks, fodmap, green puree

meet a neighbour - ruby

Meet Ruby D’Rozario from Thirroul, childhood cancer survivor and ambassador for Shine Like Charli

People, peopleSasha Johnson17 June 2024Coal Coast Magazine shine like charli, ruby

good things take time

Find out why the slow food movement is good for us and the local community

Food, LifestyleSasha Johnson11 June 2024Coal Coast Magazine slow food, slow dough, honey thief, dr verena

making her mark

As lettering artist The Marker, Wollongong born and raised Gill Dinh has brought her creative vision to outdoor spaces for close to a decade. But now Gill is fulfilling a lifelong dream, stepping into the arena as a MasterChef contestant this season.

PeopleSasha Johnson11 June 2024Coal Coast Magazine gill dinh, masterchef, the marker

a family's fight against cancer

As part of our series on the annual local children’s cancer fundraiser, Shine Like Charli Gala Ball, Tarrawanna sisters, Ashleigh and Amber Larkin, reflect on their family’s experience and the importance of uniting behind this cause.

PeopleSasha Johnson11 June 2024Coal Coast Magazine

little people, big emotions

Explore essential children's self-help books that teach kids mindfulness, emotional regulation, and resilience. Discover our top picks that are perfect for nurturing young minds and managing big emotions.

LifestyleSasha Johnson27 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Mindfulness for kids, Emotional regulation in children, Children's self-help books, Kids books on emotions, Self-regulation tools for kids, The Sensory Studio Coal Coast

retro roast

Meet Sarah from Retro Roast, your local coffee hub in Mount Kembla, where quirky meets community, and every brew is crafted to perfection with the Gusto blend from Seven Miles Coffee Roasters.

Lifestyle, FoodSasha Johnson21 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Retro Roast Mount Kembla, Mobile coffee van Illawarra, Community coffee hub, Seven Miles Coffee Roasters, Retro RV Wollongong, Kombi hire Shellharbour, Local Illawarra coffee shops

finds for you

Discover unique local services this autumn, from the eco-friendly garden designs of Garland Habitat Gardens to the therapeutic massages at Revive Therapies Illawarra, and custom Coal Coast bumper stickers by Clare Moore Designs.

LifestyleSasha Johnson21 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Native garden design Illawarra, Eco-friendly garden services, Remedial massage therapy Illawarra, Pregnancy massage Illawarra, Local Illawarra businesses, Coal Coast community products, Clare Moore Designs, Revive Therapies Illawarra

late night drinks

Explore the best late-night bars in Wollongong for an unforgettable evening of cocktails, music, and stylish vibes, from the chic Balthazar to the cozy Mae Mabel.

LifestyleSasha Johnson16 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Wollongong nightlife, Late night bars Wollongong, cocktail bars, Best bars in Wollongong, Wollongong evening entertainment, Nightlife guide

the grandparents club

Getting together Australia’s most iconic female TV actress, Lynne McGranger, on a show written by one of our best comedians, Wendy Harmer, Wollongong’s IPAC welcomes an evening of comedy theatre this 31 May with The Grandparent’s Club.

LifestyleSasha Johnson13 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Lynne McGranger, Wendy Harmer, IPAC Wollongong, Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, musical comedy, Australian musical, The Grandparents Club

tackling housing affordability in the Illawarra

The amazing beaches, the picturesque escarpment and the coastal lifestyle are amongst the reasons why we love calling the Illawarra region home. Add in a thriving cafe culture, emerging food scene and that we’re only a stone’s throw from Sydney it makes sense why the Illawarra is highly sought after as a place to buy a home.

LifestyleSasha Johnson10 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Illawarra housing affordability, Housing affordability, Property market Illawarra, Home buying tips Illawarra, Home buying tips, Mortgage advice Illawarra, Coastal lifestyle property, First-time homebuyers Illawarra, Real estate trends, Financial planning for homeownership

meet a neighbour

Meet Chelsea Crean, owner of The Business Edit, as she shares her love for Bulli's coastal community and her passion for supporting female-led businesses in the Illawarra.

PeopleSasha Johnson8 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Bulli community, Illawarra lifestyle, The Business Edit, Female-led businesses, Marketing support Illawarra, Social media strategy Illawarra, Creative services Illawarra, Local business support, Coastal Living

beyond bags

Jessica Clark of Earth Worthy Bags has founded a visionary enterprise and is on a mission to redefine the way we approach consumption, championing ethical practices and sustainability.

Lifestyle, PeopleSasha Johnson7 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Sustainable fashion, Ethical consumerism, Social enterprise, Sustainable products, Eco-friendly packaging, Artisan employment, Local Business, small business

local biz love

Explore the heart and soul of Illawarra through our local business spotlight, where we dive into the stories, passions, and community spirit of the region's most inspiring enterprises.

LifestyleSasha Johnson1 May 2024Coal Coast Magazine Hairdressing, local beauty, personal styling, pilates studio, group classes, health and wellness, pilates for beginners, art gallery, art in the illawarra, local nsw artists, local artists

ocean queen surfing invitational

The first all-women's surf comp on the south coast is riding the huge wave of young women now joining the sport, marking the Sunday 5 May event at Woonona Beach as a milestone, decades in the making.

Lifestyle, PeopleSasha Johnson30 April 2024Coal Coast Magazine Women's Surfing South Coast, Women's Surfing, Ocean Queen, Female Surfers, Female Empowerment, Gender Equality, Surf Culture, Australian Surfers, Yvonne Turner, south coast events

aiming big to crush your own dreams

Ahead of her upcoming LP release later this year, we talked to singer-songwriter, Polly Hazelton, about her new single exploring the impact of addiction, 'Round 2000'

MusicSasha Johnson26 April 2024Coal Coast Magazine Polly Hazelton, New Single, Local Music, Round 2000, Upcoming LP, Local songwritter, Addiction Awareness

stencilling a legacy

World-renowned stencil artist Luke Cornish, a.k.a. ELK, has found his home – and his peace – in the Illawarra. And now he’s bringing global acclaim to a local canvas.