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Wollongong authorities are searching for a missing woman last seen near the coastal walkways, while the Wollongong Lions host a charity event for FightMND at the Botanic Garden. The city also launches a photography competition called “Illawarra Images” and celebrates a local sports hero’s viral success with the Wollongong Dragons.

Wollongong officials are considering a dedicated cattle crossing in Calderwood to address traffic and safety concerns, while a local venue offers budget-friendly two-person weddings. The city also hosts its first large-scale crochet festival, bringing together artists and crafters to promote sustainable making.

Wollongong's Illawarra bike races return this Sunday with top cyclists competing in scenic routes, while Wollongong Local Court prepares for a busy day of legal cases on June 1. The Foley Shield final saw Wests triumph in challenging conditions, and the Dark Scarp winter solstice festival kicks off at Wombarra Bowlo.

Wollongong police launched a major drug trafficking operation in the Illawarra region, including raids in coastal areas, while a former officer faces charges over historic child abuse allegations. The city also celebrated Kiama's third consecutive title as NSW's top tourist destination and highlighted progress on waterfront and transport upgrades.

Wollongong's Kiama wins NSW Top Tourism Town title for the third year in a row, highlighting sustainable tourism and cultural heritage. An Illawarra shooter is tackling feral deer overpopulation by offering free removal and meat sharing, while Bellambi Public School hosts a Reconciliation Walk to promote Indigenous cultural awareness.

Wollongong police made several arrests during a shoplifting sting operation, while the council announced a $24 million infrastructure plan focusing on roads and public transport. Kiama was honored in the Hall of Fame for tourism success, and a Women’s History Tour faced harassment allegations prompting safety reviews.

Wollongong's local courts handed down a prison sentence to a Romanian man for targeting elderly shoppers, while a Illawarra scammer faces extradition. The city also grapples with safety concerns over Vivid's drone display ahead of the Shell Cove NYE event.

Wollongong residents should prepare for heavy rain and storms as light drizzle and a 100% chance of precipitation impact the region today. A teen driver in Gerringong faces legal consequences after their appeal was rejected in a crash that seriously injured two cyclists.

Wollongong's Local Wire update covers a deer cull in the Royal National Park, a fire prevention effort in Kiama's aged care facility, and rising tensions in Bellambi over housing developments. The episode also highlights key court cases and weather conditions in the region.

Wollongong officials are considering ending a 99-year lease at Port Kembla for a nuclear submarine base, while Bella's rare genetic condition diagnosis highlights early medical detection. The Wollongong Local Court also handles key cases on May 25, and South Coast Concreting expands its services across NSW.