Category: Kids and Family

Sep 05
Your Local Guide to the Best Swimming Pools in Wollongong & Illawarra

Calling all water-babies big and small! We have some glorious warm weather coming our way, so now is the time to explore some of the best swimming pools around Wollongong. We are so lucky to have an abundance of swimming options in our local area, so whether you love to dive in for a few […]

Aug 11
Beachside Dining in Wollongong with Ocean Views!

We’ve picked out some of the best beachfront cafes and restaurants perfect for every occasion. Whether you are looking for somewhere to take the kids for a casual lunch or an upscale venue for special occasions, dining with ocean views in Wollongong is a special treat. The Lagoon Seafood Restaurant Stuart Park Grand Pacific Drive […]

Jun 07
Why Visiting Nan Tien Temple in Wollongong is an Amazing Experience

Entry to Nan Tien Temple is free and everyone is welcome Here at What’s On In Wollongong, we know what an incredible place Nan Tien Temple is to visit and enjoy. Here are the best ways to enjoy Nan Tien Temple, just 10 minutes south of Wollongong. Want to find other amazing things to do […]

  • Attractions and Adventure
May 25
5 Best Walks in Wollongong and the Illawarra your Family will Love

Check out these 5 best bush walks in Wollongong and the Illawarra. Great local walks for family’s and all ages. Get some bracing fresh air clearing out the lungs, it’s excellent for your immune system and well being. Plan your weekend walk from any one of these faves….(please note – always check first with NSW […]

Apr 20
What is the Wollongong property market forecast for 2023 and beyond?

Author: Joanne Danckwardt of One Agency JD Property Agents Around the family dinner table or at drinks with friends, at some point someone will give their Wollongong property market forecast. Having been in the real estate industry for almost 30 years, I’ve seen how trends have emerged over time. There are cycles where the season […]

Mar 31
Warilla Bowls and Recreation Club Revealed. An Innovative Venue SO worth a visit / What’s On In Wollongong.

Why Warilla Bowls and Recreation Club is nudging to be the Illawarra’s best club, pub, bowlo, restaurant and beachside accommodation. Let us introduce you to the innovative Warilla Bowls and Recreation Club! It is absolutely NOT your average NSW Club… Here at What’s On In Wollongong, we love trading local insider secrets – and we […]

Oct 14
Is Figtree a Good Place to Live, Buy, Sell or Invest in? Your Illawarra Suburb Guide reveals all

Welcome to What’s On In Wollongong. We’re dedicated to sharing insider info about our incredible region. We interviewed one of Figtree’s leading real estate agents, Cristian Carvana from The Agency, to get the scoop on living, buying, selling and investing locally. Is Now a Good Time to Sell in Figtree? As of October 2022, Cristian […]

Sep 19
Best cycling routes around Wollongong

Cyclists are spoilt for choice in Wollongong, where flat coastal routes meet rough mountain terrain ensuring there is something for every kind of cyclist from learner riders right through to old pros. Currently Wollongong offers more than 42km of cycle tracks on shared pathways covering the area between Sandon Point and Lake Illawarra, making Wollongong […]

May 13
Wollongong Venues accepting Dine & Discover Vouchers – now extended until 30 June 2022

LAST CALL TO SPEND!! HOT TIP – If you need quick emergency use, you can quickly redeem DIne and Discover Vouchers for Hoyts $25 Vouchers here (there’s a Hoyts in Warrawong 15 mins from Wollongong and you can use your vouchers for any movie, plus they’re valid for three years!) The Dine & Discover Voucher […]

Mar 07
Tips and tricks to save the easy way

We’d all love a bit more money at the end of the day – and we can achieve having extra dollars in our pockets by one of two ways – earning more money (easier said than done) or scrutinising our spending. Since we can start on the latter as soon as we’ve finished reading this […]