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Lord Mayor’s Column: Promoting Wollongong’s 2025 Investment Prospectus

By Lord Mayor Councillor Tania Brown Last week, we launched Invest Wollongong’s 2025 Investment Prospectus in Sydney and used the opportunity to send a clear message to investors and businesses - Wollongong is ‘open for business’ and we are...

Wollongong City Council

February 2025

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Nature contact influences children’s resilience, well-being and emotional regulation, survey finds

By Simone Potter, founder of Bush Magic Adventure Therapy Why is ‘bush school’ and outdoor learning gaining in popularity? What makes for a successful bush school program? How does increased nature connectedness impact children with special needs?...

Simone Potter

February 2025

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New podiatrist starts at Helensburgh clinic

To book an appointment, visit the Platinum Health Podiatry website

The Illawarra Flame

January 2025

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Book events are back at Collins in Thirroul

Our 2025 Events calendar kicks off slowly with three on offer so far. February 1st is the return of the Mini Makers Market from 9.30-2pm. You’ll be surprised at the quality of work and the range of beautiful, fun products available to purchase...

Collins Booksellers Thirroul

January 2025

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Gerringong entrepreneurs launch therapeutic tea range to support gut health

For Gerringong-based entrepreneurs Zhenya Gerson and Jacqueline Clark, gut health isn’t just a trend – it’s a way of life. After transforming the PROPPR, their sleek bathroom foot stool, into an award-winning wellness essential, the duo is...

Kasey Simpson

January 2025

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New year, new books

Our wishes to all for a happy, healthy and prosperous 2025. January is perfect to redeem those gift vouchers received in 2024 so allow yourself time to browse and make it an enjoyable morning or afternoon in the bookshop. As always, our shelves are...

Collins Booksellers Thirroul

January 2025

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Team HELNO ready the rally car

John Hine from Helensburgh Car Services will join the Shitbox Rally, driving from Perth to Dawin to raise funds for Cancer Council in June 2025. Joined by his co-driver and sister-in-law Nicole Howe, team HELNO are preparing their rally car and...

Tyneesha Williams

November 2024

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ITeC Academy to host new free Business Connections Club

Networking events are making a comeback as local business people show they value the chance to connect with others. On Thursday, November 14, the revival of the Northern Illawarra Chamber of Commerce (NICC) had a promising start, with Wollongong...

Genevieve Swart

November 2024

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Q&A with the Glow Girls founder

First Helensburgh local Sammy Mahler changed her own life, now she’s changing others’. “After many years in fashion, where I honed my skills in creativity and communication, I realised my true calling lay in supporting young people,” Sammy...

Genevieve Swart

November 2024

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Horizon Bank Celebrated 60 years of Service to the Illawarra & South Coast!

By the team at Horizon Bank This November, Horizon Bank proudly marked their 60th Anniversary, commemorating six decades of dedicated service as a customer-owned financial institution in the Illawarra and South Coast. It all began in 1964 when...

The Illawarra Flame

November 2024

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Collins hosts last author talks of 2024

Invitation to young & old to join our Xmas Fundraising Project raising money for the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. How does it work? We’ll give you a plain paper carry bag to take home and decorate using your medium of choice: pencils, ink...

Collins Booksellers Thirroul

November 2024

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Gem of a gift idea

As we count down the days to the festive season, how many of us are struggling to come up with a one-of-a-kind Christmas gift which has style, purpose and practicality? Why not consider giving your someone special a unique creative experience, in...

Jeremy Lasek

November 2024

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Well done to Helensburgh’s Todd Brennan, founder of Forkpro Australia

By Michelle Mitchell, general manager at Forkpro Australia Helensburgh’s Todd Brennan, CEO and founder of Forkpro Australia, has won the Australian Forklift & Industrial Truck Association’s H&E Grant Award. It is a prestigious award...

The Illawarra Flame

October 2024

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Family business Outdoor Furniture Taren Point celebrates 50 years of trading

Regular Illawarra Flame advertiser Outdoor Furniture Taren Point is celebrating an incredible 50 years in business tomorrow, Saturday, October 5. Join the crew in store at 2/141-151 Taren Point Road to enjoy a free sausage sizzle, cake and lucky...

Genevieve Swart

October 2024

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The Canadian Rockies: why it’s the go-to destination this Spring!

You’ve seen it on TV and all over social media: the surreal blue lakes, with the all-too-perfect mountain backdrops. It’s enough to make you want to drop everything and jump on the next plane. But be warned, Canada will steal your heart in more...

Teagan Underwood

September 2024

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Happy Spring, happy reading!

It’s spring and aside from the release of COMFORT, the highly anticipated new Ottolenghi, there are some beautiful new books celebrating the great outdoors. Flora: Australia’s Most Curious Plants highlights and extols the diverse and curious...

Collins Booksellers Thirroul

September 2024

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Shell Cove’s LaGlam founder wins 7 beauty awards

Shell Cove businesswoman Amanda La Monica recently took out seven accolades at the International Beauty Shortlist 2024 with her makeup brand ‘LaGlam Minerals’. The brand has won numerous awards over the 15 years since entering the highly...

Lesley Roulston

September 2024

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Ally Thomas: Stepping up from slow fashion to run Thirroul + Co

You can find Malia The Label instore at Thirroul + Co, online and at local markets. Follow on Instagram and Facebook

Amanda De George

August 2024

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Bush Magic Adventure Therapy launches at Don’s Farm

On Sunday, 28th July, nestled between Mullet Creek and the backdrop of the escarpment at Don’s Farm Avondale, Dharawal land, an enthusiastic crowd gathered for the celebration of National Tree Day. The event was made possible by 3 community minded...

Simone Potter

August 2024

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Tips to help prepare your trees for windy days

Aside from short days and cool temperatures, winter often also brings the challenge of blustery, gusty winds. While we can’t control the weather, we can take steps to make sure our trees stay healthy and safe. In this article, the local tree experts...

The Illawarra Flame

August 2024

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Fees force trike tours to close

Well-known local personality and small business owner Steve Melchior has been forced to shut down his guided bike tour company, Just Cruisin’, due to high government fees, he says. For almost 35 years Steve has been hosting motorcycle tours and he...

Marcus Craft

August 2024

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Expert advice on a tax time FAQ: Can I claim my car as a work-related deduction?

By Kerri Tsui of Small Business Accountants in Helensburgh One of the biggest questions we are asked each year is can I claim my car as a work-related deduction? Typically travel to and from work even if there is no bus or train or you work odd...

The Illawarra Flame

August 2024