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The Illawarra Flame

The Illawarra Flame is an independent community publication named after the Illawarra's famous flame trees.

Puzzles

Quick Crossword, 11 April 2025

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News

Welcome to the Weekend: It’s full of fun

Welcome to a Weekend edition full of things to do these school holidays

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Puzzles

Play WordroW - 10 April 2025

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April 2025

News

MP honours local firefighters with Community Recognition Statements

On February 26, firefighters were invited to attend the first Community Recognition Statement Morning Tea at the office of Maryanne Stuart, Member for Heathcote, and were awarded a framed community recognition statement. We joined Maryanne, and...

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April 2025

News

Call for council to support soft plastics recycling in local roads

By Helen Lewis of Circular Plastics Illawarra Circular Plastics Illawarra is a community alliance that was formed in early 2023 following the collapse of the REDcycle recycling program for soft plastics. Our initial focus is on soft...

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April 2025

News

First drop-in session to discuss big changes at Gwynneville is on today

Council recently extended the public exhibition period by a week after a public meeting called by Keiraville Residents Action Group (KRAG)

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April 2025

Puzzles

Quick Quiz: 9 April 2025

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April 2025

Puzzles

Easy Sudoku, 8 April 2025

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April 2025

Partner content

Considering volunteering? NINA would love your help

We find out how NINA volunteer Maureen got involved in volunteering and what it has brought to her life. Please tell us a little about yourself? I’ve lived in Thirroul for 35 years and am in the process of moving interstate to be closer to family...

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April 2025

Puzzles

9-Letter Challenge, 7 April 2025

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April 2025

Puzzles

Quick Crossword, 4 April 2025

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April 2025

Arts & culture

Fabulous line-up with Libraries’ Friends

By Jane Pretty, president of the Friends of Wollongong City Libraries Our year got off to a great start in February with guest speaker Ryan Butta. Ryan introduced his fascinating book, The Bravest Scout at Gallipoli. Harry Freame’s life was one of...

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April 2025

Puzzles

Play WordroW - 3 April 2025

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April 2025

Media release

Local and independent news publishers gather in Melbourne amid turbulent times for industry

Local & Independent News Association (LINA) media release: 2 April 2025 Local and independent news publishers from across Australia are gathering in Melbourne this week for the third annual LINA Summit. The three-day event brings together over...

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April 2025