3+ day, 16+ hour ago   (616+ words) The late Pamela Mary Robinson has been remembered in fitting fashion at Illawarra Grevillea Park Visitors heading to the Illawarra Grevillea Park for its final spring open days this weekend have a special reason to pause at the park's picnic…...

4+ day, 17+ hour ago   (874+ words) By Penny Van Bergen and Elena Vasseleu of the University of Wollongong Parents and teachers might think telling kids “they’re smart” is a helpful way to build self-confidence and support positive development. But according to new research, these kinds of…...

1+ week, 17+ hour ago   (220+ words) Enter now to take part in a spectacular 1.7km ocean swim, writes Coalcliff SLSC club captain, Rob Deacon Coalcliff Surf Life Saving Club is inviting ocean swimmers to take on “The New Great Swim of the South” – the Dave Winner Beach…...

1+ week, 6+ day ago   (278+ words) An Invitation to Young People (Aged 15–25) The Illawarra Flame is inviting two young people aged 15 to 25 from Wollongong or Shellharbour to help us get to know the people in our community. No journalism or content creation experience is necessary. You’ll…...

2+ week, 3+ day ago   (398+ words) Students with a big age gap paired up to share what it was like to bring their joint creations to life Kindergarten students from Stanwell Park Public School and Year 10 visual design students from Bulli High School have collaborated for…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (636+ words) The annual Education Week expo at Scarborough Public School inspired students to consider careers in everything from art to science As the host of our coast’s famous Art Show each October, Scarborough Public School is the natural home of budding…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (420+ words) Since 2021, Peter Rafferty has given free swim lessons in public pools. Now he's calling on Wollongong City Council to help create a sustainable water safety program Scarborough Wombarra Surf Life Saving Club member Peter Rafferty has a plan to save…...

2+ week, 6+ day ago   (223+ words) Director of Camp Abilities Australia, Lily Piccolo, shares an update on the first camp, coming to Stanwell Top in January The official date and venue have been set for the very first Camp Abilities Australia for young people with vision…...

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (181+ words) The Illawarra Flame Public Education Week 2026 was held from 3-7 August, and this year’s theme was Inspiring Excellence. On Thursday, August 6th, Helensburgh Public School celebrated Public Education Day with a special event that acknowledged student achievements and showcased their performances. The…...

3+ week, 5+ day ago   (372+ words) District manager Heather Fisher is retiring after helping generations of Helensburgh Girl Guides Heather Fisher is standing down as District Manager of Helensburgh Guides after more than 25 years of volunteer service – 12 as Unit Leader to Sea Cliff Senior Guides with…...