Adventurous and energetic, crafty and creative, or some gentle pampering, we called in an eleven-year-old expert to find out the popular party spots for local tweens – over to you, Alexandra!
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Look no further. Your one-stop shop for local experiences and buys in the Illawarra.
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With the growing number of holistic practices on offer, it’s hard to know what might be helpful for you. These local practitioners share their approach to supporting whole-person health and the stories of growth, love, and transformation that drive them.
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Have you spent winter hibernating with Netflix shows about colour-coded wardrobes and perfectly organised pantries? Does an avalanche of kids’ snacks rain down upon you every time you reach for a bag of chips?
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As the days get shorter, the evenings get cooler and we retreat indoors into the comfort of our homes, a beautiful sofa is the perfect spot to cosy up this winter.
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Wollongong’s “Losties” have spent the last 10 years reconnecting with family members, old work colleagues and even lost loves thanks to the popular Facebook group, Lost Wollongong.
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Winter is here and it’s time for the mercury to finally drop. So, locate your favourite flannel and pair of uggs and get ready for crackling fires, peppery pinot noirs and freshly baked pies. These are all great spots, so book ahead and you don’t have to wait until next year!
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Under the dynamic new leadership of CEO Ali Anderson, Illawarra ITeC is forging an innovative path into vocational education and training in the Illawarra region and beyond
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First home buyers are seizing the opportunity to enter the property market in 2023 thanks largely to a slowing property market and the raft of government benefits on offer.
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It is estimated that 1 in 6 people in Australia report that they have ‘back problems’ - Body Dynamics Illawarra share the facts about chronic back pain.
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A first-hand recount of a 10-day road trip through Australia’s Apple Isle. Instead of a road trip up the coast over the summer break, this year, we headed ‘overseas’ to the Apple Isle, Tasmania, for a driving holiday around the island state.
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It's an absolute privilege to live near the beach but sometimes that can come with some trade-offs. The coastal environment is not always gentle and kind, it can be wild and unforgiving for gardens and gardeners alike. The salty air, strong winds and poorer soils mean that choosing the right plants for coastal sites can be difficult.
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As we get ready for the cooler days ahead, this is the perfect time to treat skin conditions, such as pigmentation, that require us to spend minimal time in the sun!
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A good day of fishing isn’t about catching fish. It’s about being outside in nature, it’s about fresh air and ocean gazing. And it’s about the thrill of the tug on a line, when you’re just about to pack up and head home.
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Nestled in-between the mountains and beaches of the northern suburbs, is Illawarra’s newest distillery and bar – Wolf and Woman Distillery
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Kiama retains its coastal town charm of old, but behind the beaches, an eclectic cultural scene awaits.
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Quirky or cool, everything you could possibly want in accommodation to relax and recharge is right at your doorstep. Whether it be a celebration for two, a solo retreat or a family getaway, we’ve got you covered.
We’ve rounded up the ultimate staycations from around the neighbourhood to put on your list - from bush surrounds in the foothills of the escarpment, to a beachside paradise and coastal gems.
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In 2012, when Joe McGuinness saw the ‘for sale’ sign on the old Bulli Timbermill, he knew exactly what to do with the space. Joe had recently relocated to the Illawarra and was commuting to Paddington where he owned a gallery and studio space.
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