Category: The Wollongong Local

Nov 04
Puckeys Estate Nature Reserve Wollongong. Walk, Swim, Find Nature & Enjoy.

Puckeys Estate Nature Reserve, nestled beside Fairy Meadow Beach, is a beautiful walk and place to visit in Wollongong. This What’s on in Wollongong insider guide covers all you need to know about visiting and walking Puckeys Estate. From how to get there, bushwalks and best activities for kids and families. Puckeys Estate is a […]

Nov 03
Melbourne Cup in Wollongong. Best Functions, Venues & Packages in Wollongong and the Illawarra

Famously known as the race that stops the nation, the Melbourne Cup (Tuesday 5 November, 2024) is almost upon us and Wollongong’s finest establishments, restaurants and functions centres are not holding back. Find the best Melbourne Cup event packages and race day experiences Illawarra-wide. You’ll experience the full glitz, glamour and sophistication that only the […]

Oct 29
Small & Micro Wedding Guide. Wollongong & Shoalhaven Best Venue’s & Packages

Planning a micro-wedding, elopement ceremony and celebration? Small and intimate weddings are beautiful. Firstly, congrats! Secondly, we have cherry picked some stunning micro wedding venues Illawarra wide. Get dreamy planning your small wedding around Wollongong / South Coast of NSW. From affordable to luxury small weddings, here’s our What’s on in Wollongong insider guide to […]

Oct 23
Best Things To Do in Wollongong & The Illawarra. Get Inspired.

Wollongong and its surrounding Illawarra region are a treasure trove of attractions, sites and experiences. If you’re wondering how to spend a day or a weekend in Wollongong, look no further for inspiration! Written by a born and bred ‘Gong local, this guide lists the very best things to do in Wollongong and the Illawarra. […]

  • Attractions and Adventure
Oct 21
Best Waterfalls Wollongong. Illawarra Walks with Swimming Holes and Waterfalls

Dive into Wollongong’s best waterfalls! What’s On in Wollongong‘s waterfall walks around Wollongong & the Illawarra, plus bushwalks with natural swimming holes. These are some of the loveliest bushland and coastal walks for all ages and fitness levels – its just a bonus that there is a swim waiting for you at the end! Even […]

  • Attractions and Adventure
Oct 20
Wollongong’s Best Bars, Pubs, Clubs and Nightlife: Plan Your Perfect Night Out…

Your insider guide to Wollongong’s & Illawarra’s best bars, clubs and pubs. Brought to you by the dedicated team at What’s On In Wollongong. We thoroughly enjoyed researching our awesome local venues! Plan the best night out in Wollongong CBD or Shellharbour. Find Illawarra’s small & secret bars, favourite clubs, pubs and cocktail bars, ‘best […]

Oct 15
Dog Friendly Wollongong: Cafes, Walks, Beaches, Parks, Pubs. Illawarra Guide.

Are your ears always pricked for the best dog friendly activities in Wollongong? Discover our dog friendly cafes, walks, parks and pubs Illawarra wide. Our little fur babies love to get amongst it. Whether your four-legged-friend loves bushwalking, swimming, digging or even a cheeky puppuccino, we know the perfect spots to take your dog in […]

Oct 11
Live Music Guide to Wollongong & Illawarra. Find Venues, Bands and Gigs Near Me

Live music in Wollongong & Illawarra. Welcome to What’s on in Wollongong’s Gig, Band, Music & Arts Guide. We’ve got wonderful venues for live music in Wollongong, Shellharbour and the Illawarra. Catch beloved local talents and big-name international music acts. Whether you’re in the mood for something mellow or up-tempo, we have you covered. Read […]

Oct 11
Your Guide to Lunch and Dinner Specials From Local Restaurants in and Around Wollongong

Looking for Lunch or Dinner Specials in Wollongong, Illawarra or Shellharbour? Welcome to What’s on in Wollongong’s guide to dining specials at our pubs and local restaurants. Discover bargain dining deals across the Illawarra. We include Wollongong’s best value lunches, dinners, plus fine dining deals too. Discover the best Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday Pub Specials […]

  • Eat and Drink
Oct 08
Best Happy Hours in Wollongong, Shellharbour & Illawarra: Bars, Pubs & Clubs.

There’s got to be a Happy Hour near me, right? Well, here’s 41 Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama pubs and bars with happy hours! Getting a drinks deal on your fave beers, wines and cocktails makes them taste oh so much sweeter. At What’s On In Wollongong, we get it. Whether it’s after work Friday drinks, […]