Category: Wollongong Life

Jan 13
Best Beaches in Wollongong and The Illawarra

Here in the Illawarra we have some of the most beautiful, accessible and cleanest beaches on the coast. Clear blue waters, incredible escarpment views, golden sands and some very respectable surf breaks make this piece of Dharawal Country a beach lover’s paradise. So whether you’re looking to cool off on a hot day, get in […]

Jan 09
Is Wollongong a Good Place to Live? Your Illawarra Suburb Guide to Buying, Selling, Investing and Living in Wollongong

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 […]

Dec 18
Your Big Day Without the Big Cost: How To Save Money On Your Wollongong Wedding

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 […]

Dec 04
Wollongong & Illawarra Cocktails. Find the Best Cocktails Near Me…

What’s on in Wollongong’s local guide to Bars, Pubs and Clubs for Amazing Cocktails. Let us shortcut you to our best cocktails and cocktail happy hours in Wollongong & the Illawarra. Celebrate, unwind and reconnect. Get your mates on board and sample our region’s finest cocktails – we loved researching this article! You may also […]

Nov 24
Christmas Lights in Wollongong & Illawarra

Find the best Christmas Light Displays in The Illawarra with What’s On in Wollongong There is something truly magical about all those twinkling lights at Christmas time and the Christmas lights in Wollongong are no exception. Check out the list below for some amazing Christmas lights in Wollongong and beyond! If you have an amazing display […]

Nov 19
Five Barrel Brewing Wollongong. Rave Reviews. Here’s Why You Should Visit…

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 […]

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Oct 28
Building a Duplex. All you need to consider

Building a duplex in the Illawarra or Wollongong can be an exciting and rewarding project. A duplex can add significant value to your property, but it’s also daunting. We asked Wollongong’s Multi-Award Winning, Duplex and Building experts at Grand Pacific Homes to share all, so you can consider if this is the right construction project […]

Oct 10
Romantic Restaurants in Wollongong. Discover romance in every bite at our best Illawarra restaurants.

Your Insider’s Guide to Woo-ing in Wollongong! Indulge your senses at Wollongong’s most enchanting romantic restaurants. Explore our curated list of intimate dining destinations, perfect for foodies on the hunt for culinary adventure – or a perfect date night without the kids! From candlelit dinners in our best Illawarra Restaurants to Wollongong fine dining with […]

Oct 10
Romantic Things To Do In Wollongong & The Illawarra. Date Ideas for Couples…

Welcome to What’s on in Wollongong for Couples Edition. The best romantic things to do for couples in Wollongong! Here at What’s On In Wollongong we’ve put together some delicious ways to surprise your lover – locally! These unique date ideas represent the best that the South Coast Of NSW has to offer. So whether […]

  • Eat and Drink
Sep 06
Best Rock Pools and Tidal Pools for swimming around Wollongong & Illawarra

(above main image courtesy of Kramer Photography) Do you need a little saltwater therapy without the sand or the shories? Our Wollongong and Illawarra region has dozens of tidal rock and swimming pools just waiting to be discovered. These delicious ocean refreshed pools range from rock pool to Olympic in size and design, so you’re […]