Teen seriously injured in Horsley dirt bike crash
A 19-year-old man suffered serious injuries after crashing his dirt bike at Dimond Brothers Reserve in Horsley. He was airlifted to a Sydney hospital in a serious condition.
A 19-year-old man suffered serious injuries after crashing his dirt bike at Dimond Brothers Reserve in Horsley. He was airlifted to a Sydney hospital in a serious condition.
ATSB concludes investigation into fatal Point Lonsdale helicopter crash, revealing mechanical failure as cause. Read the full safety report findings.
Exciting news for aviation fans! Details about the revived Wings Over Illawarra airshow will be revealed next week following AMDA Foundation's withdrawal. Stay tuned for dates and new operators.
Two teenage boys are in hospital, one fighting for life, after a dirt bike collided with five vehicles in Adamstown Heights. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to contact Crime Stoppers.
Discover the Illawarra's best Christmas light displays with the Mercury's 2025 interactive map. Register your home by Dec 10 to be included in this festive spectacle.
Major Crash Investigators appeal for witnesses after a road train collided with a Toyota Hilux on Great Southern Highway near East Beverley. Emergency services responded to the serious incident.
Daniel Maher, a beloved father from Logan, died after being hit by a ute. Police are investigating the incident and appealing for dash cam footage.
A Queensland grandmother faces unimaginable loss after her daughter and two-year-old granddaughter died in a horrific Bruce Highway truck crash. The young father remains critically injured, unaware of the tragedy.
A Wollongong man has received a prison sentence for stealing multiple high-value bicycles in a 12-hour crime spree. Learn about the court's decision and rehabilitation focus.
A 23-year-old Belmont North woman pleads not guilty to charges including predatory driving after an alleged hit-and-run on a 14-year-old e-bike rider in Redhead.
A pilot in his 60s is fighting for life after his light plane crashed and burst into flames near a private airstrip in Raglan, Central Queensland. Emergency crews are on the scene.
This week in Illawarra courts featured dramatic cases including a drug syndicate member pleading guilty, a chef convicted of rape, and a murder case dismissal due to mental health. Read the full details.
An elderly woman has died and another is fighting for life after a two-car collision on River Rd in Northwood. Police are investigating and urge witnesses to come forward.
A 57-year-old woman has died after her car left Premer Rd in Tambar Springs, NSW. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to come forward.
Wollongong police are searching for three wanted men - Dylan Afranis, Jay McDonald, and Jake Peak - across the Illawarra region. Authorities urge public assistance.
A 15-year-old boy faces charges after a tragic e-bike collision claimed the life of 8-year-old Zeke Hondow in Mountain Creek. The incident has sparked calls for tougher e-bike laws across Queensland.
Four men accused in separate fatal incidents in the Illawarra will face trial in 2026 after their cases were brought forward from 2027. Get the latest court updates.
A family walk in Sydney's Hornsby ended in tragedy when a pregnant woman was struck and killed. The 19-year-old driver now faces serious charges. Read the full story.
A woman in her 30s is fighting for life after a quad bike accident while herding cattle in regional Victoria. She was airlifted to The Alfred Hospital with life-threatening injuries.
A demolition derby at the Walcha Showground turned to tragedy after a car crashed into a grandstand, leaving a 54-year-old man critical and 12 others injured. The driver's brother says he 'blacked out'.
Thousands lined the M1 to cheer the 2025 Illawarra Convoy, a massive truck procession that has raised over $27 million since 2005 for families facing life-threatening illnesses.
A 25-year-old woman suffered serious head injuries after being struck by a Lime e-bike in Bondi. The rider was arrested for suspected intoxication. Read more about e-bike safety concerns.
The Wollongong and Illawarra region has secured a top 10 ranking for pet-friendliness, boasting excellent veterinary services, dog parks, and community support. Discover what makes this region a paradise for pet owners.
A woman in her 30s has died after her car left Ocean Street in Budgewoi and crashed into a building. Police are investigating and appeal for dashcam footage.
ATSB releases security footage showing tragic final moments of Shellharbour Airport plane crash that killed three. Investigation continues into cause.
An 18-year-old has died and another is fighting for life after their car collided with a semi-trailer on Queensland's Bruce Highway. Police are investigating.
A man has died after a high-speed police pursuit ended in a crash on Southern Cross Drive in Zetland. A critical incident has been declared as investigations begin.
A truck driver has been flown to Roma Hospital following a serious single-vehicle crash on the Balonne Highway. Emergency services responded to the incident near St George.
A pregnant woman and her unborn child have died after a two-vehicle collision in Hornsby. Police are investigating the tragic incident and urge witnesses to come forward.
Clancy Muddle, who failed to keep lookout before a fatal boat crash in Swansea Channel, is set to be sentenced to home detention. The tragedy claimed the life of his friend, Luke Smith.