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

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

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

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

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.

an enduring community feel

Like many northern suburbs of the Illawarra, Balgownie was transformed by the discovery of coal.

LifestyleSasha Johnson18 April 2024Coal Coast Magazine Balgownie history, Illawarra community, Balgownie Village, Historic Bally Hotel, Coal mining heritage, Balgownie War Memorial, Miners Memorial Park, Balgownie Rangers Football Club, Local sports clubs, Historical sites Illawarra, Cultural heritage Illawarra, Local dining Balgownie

staying strong with canconquer

CanConquer's specialised programs in Lymphoedema Therapy, Oncology Physiotherapy, and Exercise Physiology provide crucial support and strength for individuals like Christine, battling Stage 4A Ovarian Cancer, through and beyond their cancer treatment.

LifestyleSasha Johnson8 April 2024Coal Coast Magazine CanConquer, conquering cancer with excercise, CanConquer Cancer Program, Lymphoedema Therapy, Oncology Physiotherapy, Stage 4A Ovarian Cancer, Exercise Physiology, Cancer Treatment Support, Oncologist Recommended, Post-Chemotherapy Recovery, Chemotherapy Side Effects

helensburgh glow worm tunnels

The Helensburgh Glow Worm Tunnels are a scientific wonderment, steeped in mystery as a local folklore tale, and the site even features in a soon-to-be-released science fiction action movie.

LifestyleSasha Johnson7 April 2024Coal Coast Magazine Helensburgh Glow Worm Tunnels, Bioluminescence, Historical Tunnels, Photography, Southern Hemisphere Glow Worms, Old Helensburgh Station, Night Tours, Coal Coast, Adventure Travel, Eco-tourism, Local Folklore

suburban kerb appeal

The humble abode has come a long way from years past, but Sandy Weir from Other People’s Homes has uncovered some of Australia’s suburban treasures through her lens from all architectural walks of life.

LifestyleSasha Johnson4 April 2024Coal Coast Magazine Sandy Weir, Other People’s Homes, Architectural Treasures, Art Deco Apartments, Mid-Century Modern Homes, Suburban Architecture, Wollongong Homes

wild dogs under my skirt

An all-consuming performance filled with poetry, song, dance and the powerful presence of Samoan women comes to Merrigong this month with one of New Zealand’s most successful theatrical exports, Wild Dogs Under My Skirt.

LifestyleKate O'Mealley3 April 2024Coal Coast Magazine Merrigong Theatre, wild dogs under my skirt, live theatre, whats on in wollongong

RBG: of many, one

Following her 2024 AACTA Best Supporting Actress in a Drama award win for Love Me, Heather Mitchell leads an inspiring one woman show, RBG: Of Many, One.