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Wednesday 9 April 2025
Today‘s Paper
Wednesday 9 April 2025
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Dozens of people lined the ocean pool watching on as divers inspected the boat.
Nadine Morton
No commentsFederal Election
An easy-to-read election guide covering the who, what, when, where and why over the next month.
Glen Humphries Kate McIlwain
No commentsThe Dragons aren't racking up points, but Christian Tuipulotu is.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsStay on top of today's biggest stories with the Mercury's news blog.
Newsroom
No commentsThe Austinmer home smashed the sale price record for the suburb.
Brendan Crabb
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Anthony Albanese and Peter Dutton have clashed during the first leaders' debate ahead of the federal election, as the two fielded questions on cost of living.
Tess Ikonomou
Up to 200 extra gigalitres of water might be needed from farmers.
Saffron Howden
No commentsThe city council will write to the NSW government calling for it to be reopened.
Glen Humphries
No commentsHave Your Say
Strike action will affect Wollongong Hospital for 72 hours, with nurses at the hospital pledging support for their colleagues.
Nadine Morton
No commentsHave Your Say
Strike action will affect Wollongong Hospital for 72 hours, with nurses at the hospital pledging support for their colleagues.
Nadine Morton
No commentsThe city council will write to the NSW government calling for it to be reopened.
Glen Humphries
No commentsCourt
A report will determine whether Terrence Wellington is suitable for home detention.
Glenn Ellard
As it stands, the continental pool will close at 2pm from Anzac Day, while the two other saltwater pools will close completely for winter from June.
Glen Humphries
No commentsNow in his 20s, he committed several crimes when he was 15 and 16.
Natalie Croxon
More than 1,000 jobs are expected to be created during and after construction according to an economic impact assessment from HillPDA Consulting.
Joel Ehsman
No commentsThe Wollongong Wolves were far from clinical in round nine of NPL NSW.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsCrime
'We have been advocating for women's safety for many decades and the violence still continues.'
Nadine Morton
No commentsMore than 1,000 jobs are expected to be created during and after construction according to an economic impact assessment from HillPDA Consulting.
Joel Ehsman
No commentsCrime
'We have been advocating for women's safety for many decades and the violence still continues.'
Nadine Morton
No commentsThe Wollongong Wolves were far from clinical in round nine of NPL NSW.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsThe ceremony will take place on a date to be determined.
Glen Humphries
No comments'We came very close to having a mine disaster.'
Nadine Morton
No commentsRapper and comedian hopeful Fortay planned to perform in May.
Natalie Croxon
No commentsTransport for NSW is seeking feedback on its latest proposal for the bridge which was in the original plans, then deleted to save money last year.
Glen Humphries
No commentsThe Dragons co-captain has set his gaze on a brighter future after the golden point loss.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsTransport for NSW is seeking feedback on its latest proposal for the bridge which was in the original plans, then deleted to save money last year.
Glen Humphries
No commentsThe Dragons co-captain has set his gaze on a brighter future after the golden point loss.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsOne of the winners said she was 'absolutely gobsmacked by the win'.
Joel Ehsman
No commentsLatest News
Peter Dutton reveals coalition plan to cut power prices
Tess Ikonomou • 26m ago
Tired doctors cannot 'switch off' from saving patients
Farid Farid • 26m ago
'Stop the bastards': Greens eye property tax handouts
Kat Wong • 27m ago
Economic credentials take centre stage in election duel
Jacob Shteyman • 27m ago
Some student debtors to be allowed bigger home loans
Jack Gramenz • 27m ago
Latest News
Peter Dutton reveals coalition plan to cut power prices
Tess Ikonomou • 26m ago
Tired doctors cannot 'switch off' from saving patients
Farid Farid • 26m ago
'Stop the bastards': Greens eye property tax handouts
Kat Wong • 27m ago
Economic credentials take centre stage in election duel
Jacob Shteyman • 27m ago
Some student debtors to be allowed bigger home loans
Jack Gramenz • 27m ago
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Your morning news
Today's top stories curated by our news team. Also includes evening update.
'I have written countless letters to my MPs. I've met with my MPs. I've protested in all the ways that I can think of.'
Dana Daniel
No commentsThe opposition leader has revealed the coalition's plan to cut energy bills for households, claiming cost of living relief will be delivered across the board.
Tess Ikonomou • 26m ago
The singer's family said it will 'likely be a long road ahead'.
Ayden Dawkins
No commentsFlu cases surge in Australia.
Carla Mascarenhas
No commentsUnlike other professions that are struggling to keep up with high demand, doctors can be 'too responsible' and are striking over long-term grievances.
Farid Farid • 26m ago
The Dragons aren't racking up points, but Christian Tuipulotu is.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsThe Wollongong Wolves were far from clinical in round nine of NPL NSW.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsThe Dragons co-captain has set his gaze on a brighter future after the golden point loss.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsElsewhere, Olympic and Coniston also picked up round five wins
Agron Latifi
No commentsWollongong hammered Wests Illawarra by 96 runs in the grand final
Agron Latifi
No commentsLake Illawarra remains the undoubted South Coast cricket kings
Agron Latifi
No commentsElsewhere, Olympic and Coniston also picked up round five wins
Agron Latifi
No commentsLake Illawarra remains the undoubted South Coast cricket kings
Agron Latifi
No commentsWollongong hammered Wests Illawarra by 96 runs in the grand final
Agron Latifi
No commentsJessica Hull will compete in the inaugural Grand Slam Track starting this weekend.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsRugby league in the Illawarra is back in full swing with Group 7 round 1 this weekend.
Grace Hamilton
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Amid the season finale for the White Lotus we turn towards Australia's best resort style homes
The Sunshine Coast property sold for more than $12 million.
Jen Melocco
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You'd be hopping mad not to check out this rural retreat
'It's great to find a home where you can play music freely'.
Sonia Taylor
No comments
The Austinmer home smashed the sale price record for the suburb.
Brendan Crabb
No commentsRay White's Andrew Harding saw a saltwater crocodile at a home.
January Jones
No comments'It's great to find a home where you can play music freely'.
Sonia Taylor
No commentsRay White's Andrew Harding saw a saltwater crocodile at a home.
January Jones
No comments
The Austinmer home smashed the sale price record for the suburb.
Brendan Crabb
No commentsTake a walk through Wollongong's past with the Mercury's history blog.
Glen Humphries
No commentsThe party has revealed who has stepped up in Ben Britton's place.
Grace Crivellaro
No comments"The more I got to know Shannon, the more I knew his passion for brown spirits ... he really likes fine whiskey and has a great palate."
Joel Ehsman
No commentsAn easy-to-read election guide covering the who, what, when, where and why over the next month.
Glen Humphries Kate McIlwain
No commentsDad's long road to recovery after traumatic Appin Road accident.
Nadine Morton
No commentsAmy Blizzard
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GemLife Rainbow Beach is hosting a two-day showcase of its two-storey homes this May.
Ask R U OK? Any Day to foster regular, meaningful conversations.
Elizabeth Habermann
Wests Illawarra launch their Community Strong Initiative to support the community.
GemLife Rainbow Beach is hosting a two-day showcase of its two-storey homes this May.
Wests Illawarra launch their Community Strong Initiative to support the community.
Ask R U OK? Any Day to foster regular, meaningful conversations.
Elizabeth Habermann
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More than 1,000 jobs are expected to be created during and after construction according to an economic impact assessment from HillPDA Consulting.
Joel Ehsman
No commentsOne of the winners said she was 'absolutely gobsmacked by the win'.
Joel Ehsman
No commentsOne man sustained head and pelvic injuries.
Grace Crivellaro
No commentsThe magic of trade: it expands the pie rather than slicing it up.
Danielle Kent
No comments"The more I got to know Shannon, the more I knew his passion for brown spirits ... he really likes fine whiskey and has a great palate."
Joel Ehsman
No commentsTell us what's going on and we'll publish it here.
Newsroom
No commentsStrike action will affect Wollongong Hospital for 72 hours, with nurses at the hospital pledging support for their colleagues.
Nadine Morton
No commentsThe city council will write to the NSW government calling for it to be reopened.
Glen Humphries
No commentsThe Dragons aren't racking up points, but Christian Tuipulotu is.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsA report will determine whether Terrence Wellington is suitable for home detention.
Glenn Ellard
The city council will write to the NSW government calling for it to be reopened.
Glen Humphries
No commentsThe Dragons aren't racking up points, but Christian Tuipulotu is.
Grace Hamilton
No commentsAs it stands, the continental pool will close at 2pm from Anzac Day, while the two other saltwater pools will close completely for winter from June.
Glen Humphries
No commentsDozens of people lined the ocean pool watching on as divers inspected the boat.
Nadine Morton
No commentsArthur Rorris
No commentsTime to get behind our finals-bound Illawarra Hawks
Lord Mayor Councillor Tania Brown
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Waking in the middle of the night can be an advantage.
Louise Goldsbury
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The Jim Corbett Marriott Resort & Spa has opened in India.
Sarah Falson
No commentsIt's the new "it" airport everyone's talking about.
Sarah Falson
The Jim Corbett Marriott Resort & Spa has opened in India.
Sarah Falson
No comments
Waking in the middle of the night can be an advantage.
Louise Goldsbury
No commentsPocket Guide: Avignon, France
Little luxuries bring a touch of wellness to the sky.
Sarah Maguire
No comments
Yes, you can tick every box in South Africa. Here's a guide.
Amy Cooper
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Car Expert
2025 MG 3 vs MG 3 Hybrid+ comparison
We put the MG 3 petrol and hybrid hatch siblings head to head to see if there is value in going petrol-electric.
Matt Campbell
The Volkswagen Amarok W-Series will return, with Walkinshaw once again enhancing the dual-cab ute for Australian buyers.
Jordan Mulach
Bentley's new detuned V8 plug-in hybrid drivetrain trades some horses for a few extra kilometres of electric-only driving.
Derek Fung
We put the MG 3 petrol and hybrid hatch siblings head to head to see if there is value in going petrol-electric.
Matt Campbell
Bentley's new detuned V8 plug-in hybrid drivetrain trades some horses for a few extra kilometres of electric-only driving.
Derek Fung
The Volkswagen Amarok W-Series will return, with Walkinshaw once again enhancing the dual-cab ute for Australian buyers.
Jordan Mulach
Ford Australia is committed to keeping the vehicles customers want in showrooms, even when emissions regulations make it difficult.
Jordan Mulach
JAC is set to launch six new vehicles in Australia before the end of 2026. One of them will be the Hunter PHEV dual-cab ute.
Jack Quick
There's fears of working for longer or altering retirement lifestyle.
'They bring a smile to somebody's day and a sense of joy.'
Anthony Caggiano
No commentsGrandparents David and Sandie share how they've saved on power bills and free up cash.
Anthony Caggiano
No comments
See who was awarded dux of the class in Tocal's 60th anniversary.
Eliza Spencer
No commentsCrookwell Angus herd buys top-priced female at Bald Blair sale.
Simon Chamberlain
The CWA of NSW launched its Annual Women's Survey last year.
Joy Beames, Cwa of Nsw President
No comments
King Charles and his wife Queen Camilla have visited the Colosseum during a state visit to Italy.
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King Charles and Queen Camilla have begun their four-day state visit to Italy.
Tony Jones
Prince Harry is in court to contest a decision to downgrade his security arrangements while in the UK.
Michael Holden
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It was a contentious event which cost Wollongong businesses $11.5 million in trade.
Desiree Savage
No commentsHere's seven places to find a tasty G&T in Wollongong.
Desiree Savage
No commentsWollongong 2022
How Peter Riley managed the 'frenetic' energy of the UCI media tent
Grace Crivellaro
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