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Record breaker to step in the ring for the community

A Narrawallee property owner, as a way of warning others, wants people to be alert when it comes to sewerage system blockages. Picture supplied

Something to keep in mind following this nasty experience.

Be aware of sewerage system blockages says resident after foul experience

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Another day - another rescue for the Marine Rescue NSW volunteers. Picture supplied

Some of the incidents could have been avoided.

Shoalhaven Marine Rescue volunteers part of record breaking effort

He has two world records - now comes number three.

Strong preparation means world record number three is within reach

Speakers from left to right: Gerry McCarthy, Luca Bastock, Haley Calford Walker, Rob McGowan and Bill Eger. Picture supplied 

Shoalhaven City Council rejected the proposal in February 2023

Residents have their say on proposed North Manyana development

There will be plenty on offer for families across the Shoalhaven these coming school holidays. Picture supplied

There is no reason for the kids to be bored.

Fear not - there is plenty of things to do during the school holidays

Sure Tony, this week's Shoalhaven Animal Shelter's dog of the week, is a bit of a "goof-ball" but he is a lovable character. Picture supplied

Tony the lovable "goof-ball" needs a home

Fight to keep the cabins open continues. Picture supplied 

"It could be an amazing and viable business."

Mixed emotions down at Don Hearn's Cabin over Easter

Community

FAMILY OUTING: Melanie and Matthew Drury with their children Bethany, Malachi, Caleb and Jarius Drury from North Nowra at the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.

MATES: Terry Burke from Bomaderry and Michael Stretton from Cambewarra enjoy themselves at the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.

SUPPORT: Beryl Darby from West Nowra and Julie Graham from Sydney lend a helping hand at the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.

JUNIOR FIREY: Dave and Samuel Lalancette from Worrigee take part in the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.


GREAT OCCASION: Kate Smith and Paul Comell from West Nowra are all smiles at the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY: Glen Smith from Newcastle, Andrea Francis from Berry, Doug Smith from Nowra and Robert Morgan from Nowra are celebrating the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.


CHOICE CAPTAINS: Former captain Doug Smith from Nowra and former group captain Bill Ralph from Bomaderry were invited to take part in the formalities at the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.

HISTORY: Former firefighter Yvonne Lucas with her uniform from the late 1960s at Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.

GIRLS’ DAY OUT: Melody Spencer, Cara and Simone Griffiths from Nowra with Lauren Darby and Donna Darby from North Nowra have a great time at Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.

BIG DAY: Captain Mark Coombe, Colin Twomay from Worrigee, Barry Dillon from Nowra Mens Shed and Donna Darby from North Nowra at the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday.

FUN TIME: Billy, Sean and Carlene Muilwyk from Bomaderry have a family day out at the Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade’s 75th Anniversary Open Day on Saturday. 


Holly McGuinness

CareSouth Shoalhaven Regional Manager Denise Hanley outside CareSouth. Picture supplied

CareSouth workers raise awareness f...

On April 17, workers will sleep on a couch to raise awareness for youth homelessness.

CareSouth workers raise awareness for Youth Homelessness Matters Day

Affected community members can access assistance via a flood recovery support centre in Nowra this week. Picture by Holly McGuinness

Face-to-face flood recovery support...

The support centre will be open for two days to assist residents impacted by flood.

Face-to-face flood recovery support centre coming to Nowra

Kate McIlwain

UOW's university medalist for the Faculty of Engineering and Information Sciences, Kiarn Roughly. Picture by Adam McLean

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'I wouldn't trade getting cancer fo...

Kiarn's life could be very different if he didn't get sick.

'I wouldn't trade getting cancer for anything': UOW grad's remarkable story

Natalie Croxon

Charmian Clift and George Johnston in Greece, the blue plaque, and the writer and essayist. Pictures from the National Library of Australia, and supplied

A new honour for Australia's 'best ...

Charmian Clift's writings remain relevant today.

A new honour for Australia's 'best essayist' in her hometown of Kiama

More from my region

Joel Ehsman

Massive Kiama housing plan stalled ...

Kiama council votes not to support the proposal.

Massive Kiama housing plan stalled as hundreds sign petition

Grace Crivellaro

The Unanderra Hotel, where the alleged incident happened. Picture by Robert Peet

Feud between two families behind sa...

A tradie stands accused of one-punch attack that left man in critical condition.

Feud between two families behind savage brawl at Unanderra pub, court hears

Janine Graham

Brad Romaniszyn from Talk2meBro and Jules Mitry, owner of Balinese Spice magic, will team up for real on Sunday.

Keira St's Balinese eatery teams up...

Homeless people are invited to share a nutritious meal.

Keira St's Balinese eatery teams up with Talk2MeBro to serve up 400 meals

Craig Foster speaks at the UOW Faculty of Business and Law graduation ceremony on Tuesday, April 16. Picture by Sylvia Liber

'Who needs our collective voice?' C...

The human rights advocate has spoken at a graduation ceremony.

'Who needs our collective voice?' Craig Foster's call to action for UOW graduates

Anna McGuinness

Bishop Mar Mari Emmanuel was delivering a sermon when he was allegedly attacked at Christ The Good Shepherd Church in Wakeley on April 15. Picture by Christ The Good Shepherd Church

Stabbing of Sydney bishop a 'terror...

Two clergymen 'lucky to be alive' after alleged attack.

Stabbing of Sydney bishop a 'terrorist act'

Renters are spending a greater share of their household income as costs soar. (Lukas Coch/AAP PHOTOS)

Rising rents eating up low-income w...

Both mortgage and rental affordability worsened over the March quarter based on latest ANZ and CoreLogic analysis.

Rising rents eating up low-income worker pay gains

Anna Houlahan

Damien Guerot speaks to media (left) and footage of the Frenchman holding back killer Joel Cauchi on an escalator (right). Pictures 7News

Prime Minister invites 'bollard man...

'I thank Damien for his extraordinary efforts,' Albanese said.

Prime Minister invites 'bollard man' to become a citizen

Adam Spencer

The 53-year-old woman died at the scene, two more remain in hospital. File photo

Woman dies, two hospitalised after ...

Detectives are investigating the incident.

Illaroo Road Rural Fire Brigade turns 75: Photos

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