Category: Wollongong Life
Because it’s not just Five Barrel Brewing’s divine array of craft beers. It’s reviewed as one of the Illawarra’s best social venues that everyone loves. Why? It’s a number one Wollongong Brewery with great food, live music on Saturdays, family-run welcoming vibes, inside and outside areas, beer tasting and inside and outside areas and tasting paddles. Plus […]
Welcome to What’s On In Wollongong. We’re dedicated to sharing insider info about our incredible region. It’s no longer a secret that living in the Illawarra offers a beautiful lifestyle. Importantly, with more affordable housing than Sydney. We interviewed some of Wollongong’s leading real estate agents, to get the scoop on living, buying, selling and […]
Treetops Adventure Nowra is an amazing Adventure Park for kids and adults. On the South Coast of NSW, an easy one hour drive from Wollongong, it’s Australia’s first tree ropes, ziplining and cliff edge park. If you’re looking for the best things to do in Nowra, what to do in the school holidays, a great day-trip from Sydney, then look […]
If you’re planning your wedding day in Wollongong or the Illawarra – congratulations! You may be balking at that statement knowing how much weddings can cost. The average cost of a wedding in 2021 was $27,228 – though with rising inflation and cost-of-living increases biting at our heels, even an “average” wedding will end up […]
Want to know where you can volunteer in Wollongong? We’ve researched what organisations offer volunteer roles Illawarra wide. Whether you’re keen to give back, meet like-minded locals or just try something new, there are plenty of incredible ways to get involved. Here at What’s On in Wollongong, we shortcut you to the best of our […]
Need a Christening Venue or 1st Birthday Party location in Wollongong or Shellharbour? Whether it’s a formal seated celebration or a relaxed, family-friendly gathering, we got you covered. Find your perfect Illawarra Function Space & Room for Christenings, First Birthdays & Naming Days. What’s On in Wollongong is your number one guide to what’s on […]
We’ve handpicked some of the best beachfront cafes and restaurants in Wollongong, perfect for every occasion. Whether you’re after a relaxed spot to take the kids for a casual lunch or an upscale venue for a special celebration, dining with ocean views here is always a treat. From sunrise coffees to sunset cocktails, Wollongong’s coastline […]
Looking for the best pizza restaurants in Wollongong and the Illawarra? The What’s On in Wollongong team took on the ultimate pizza mission, and let’s just say—we’ve had a delicious time doing it. Whether it’s Wollongong’s finest woodfired pizza, best takeaway pizza or discovering new Italian restaurants near you, we got you covered. It was […]
At What’s On in Wollongong, we know cyclists are spoilt for choice in our city. From flat coastal tracks to challenging mountain terrain, Wollongong truly offers something for everyone – from learner riders right through to seasoned pros. With more than 42km of shared cycle pathways stretching between Sandon Point and Lake Illawarra, Wollongong has […]
Wollongong is known for its great beaches, quality of life and developing culture. Whether you’re moving from a different suburb or you’re selling your home in Wollongong and trying to decide which suburb to move to next, the region offers a range of different options for all different tastes. Written by locals, What’s On in […]