The Fold - Illawarra

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WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND // The Illawarra is giving us a proper mixed bag this weekend, in the best way possible. 🙌Food an...
20/08/2026

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEKEND // The Illawarra is giving us a proper mixed bag this weekend, in the best way possible. 🙌

Food and wine in Clifton, plant shopping in Keiraville, costumes and creators in Shellharbour, reggae and roots in Berry, fascinating local stories in Wollongong and a full day of belly dancing by the beach in Warilla.

We’ve pulled together a handful of events worth adding to your weekend, with plenty more happening across the region. Have a scroll and find your next little adventure: https://bit.ly/3KNeVhp

WHAT’S ON // The end of winter is almost here, but we’re not quite ready to pack away the cosy plans just yet.There are ...
20/08/2026

WHAT’S ON // The end of winter is almost here, but we’re not quite ready to pack away the cosy plans just yet.

There are still a few good weeks to squeeze in a local adventure before spring really gets going, and the Illawarra calendar is giving us plenty of reasons to get out.

Live music, markets, creative workshops, community events, good food and plenty of other things happening around the coast and across the region are all waiting to be added to the diary.

Soak up the last of the cooler days, rug up when you need to and make the most of what’s happening around the Illawarra before the season changes.

We’ve rounded up some of the things worth checking out over the coming weeks here: https://bit.ly/4wuUtDO

The local job hunt doesn’t have to mean falling into an internet rabbit hole for three hours.Our Illawarra Job Board pul...
19/08/2026

The local job hunt doesn’t have to mean falling into an internet rabbit hole for three hours.

Our Illawarra Job Board pulls local opportunities into one easy spot, and this month there are roles for a whole bunch of different careers.

Dog groomer, daycare assistant, cleaner, early childhood educator, graphic designer… and that’s just a tiny sneak peek.

Jobs are being added all the time, so it’s a good one to keep checking if you’re on the hunt, casually browsing or just curious about what’s happening on the local job front.

Check out the latest roles via the link: https://bit.ly/4s4V3Gx

Who doesn’t love a cosy roast with this kind of chilly weather?Crispy potatoes, seasonal veg, plenty of gravy and a gene...
18/08/2026

Who doesn’t love a cosy roast with this kind of chilly weather?

Crispy potatoes, seasonal veg, plenty of gravy and a generous serve of slow-cooked goodness (yuuum!). We’re very much on board with letting someone else handle Sunday lunch. 🤩

We’ve rounded up some of the Illawarra spots serving up a proper roast, including cosy pubs, country favourites and family-friendly options.

So if the cooler weather has you craving something hearty, have a peek at our guide and see where you can tuck into a good one.

Head here for the full guide: https://bit.ly/4gcLe58

📸 Heritage Hotel Bulli

Here's to Dad, the king of the backyard BBQ.This Father's Day, someone else is manning the grill. Wagyu surf & turf with...
18/08/2026

Here's to Dad, the king of the backyard BBQ.

This Father's Day, someone else is manning the grill. Wagyu surf & turf with a sea view, share-style seafood feasts, towering breakfasts and Tomahawks made for carving around the table.

We've rounded up the best spots to treat him this Sunday 6 September. Full guide via the link 👉 https://bit.ly/4gdfAEx

Clover Hill Trail is not your casual Sunday stroll, but ohhh it delivers.Tucked into Macquarie Pass National Park, this ...
18/08/2026

Clover Hill Trail is not your casual Sunday stroll, but ohhh it delivers.

Tucked into Macquarie Pass National Park, this Grade 5 walk brings the rainforest, the creek crossings, the giant boulders, the waterfalls and those hidden little pools that make you understand why people love a proper bush adventure..

Pack properly, know your limits and absolutely plan the food stop after. A Robbo pie or a pub feed at the bottom of the Pass just makes soo much sense. 👀

Full guide is waiting in the link here: https://bit.ly/4zmKgMu

📸 If you are ever after some amazing travel inspo, Travel Made Me Do It does it reallyyyy well

WHAT’S ON // One of Port Kembla’s most cherished community events is getting closer, and we already know it’s going to b...
17/08/2026

WHAT’S ON // One of Port Kembla’s most cherished community events is getting closer, and we already know it’s going to be a very special night! ✨

The Port Kembla Lantern Parade is happening on Thursday 20th August, bringing locals together for an evening filled with creativity, connection and plenty of community spirit.

As the sun goes down, handmade lanterns will light up the streets as the parade makes its way from Coomaditchie Lagoon through to Port Kembla Public School, with live entertainment, food and a whole lot of magical local moments along the way.

We just love seeing events like this that bring neighbours, families and friends together to celebrate the place they call home. A little winter outing, a little creativity, and a very good reason to rug up and head outside.

If you’re keen to make your own lantern, there’s still time! Warrawong Library has a dedicated lantern-making space open until the day of, so you can drop in during opening hours, get creative and bring your lantern along to the parade. Materials are provided, it’s free, and there’s no booking needed (just pop in while lantern-making supplies are available).

We can’t wait to see Port Kembla light up.

Find all the details here: https://bit.ly/4bPfOAw

📸 Our Community Project // Photos from Kelly Ryan +

16/08/2026

Oh wow, this incredible sunset over Lake Illawarra feels like a warm hug. We’re a little obsessed with this one. 😍

🎥 @wild_frames_by_arjun

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK // The week ahead is looking very Illawarra in the best way.There’s lanterns lighting up Port Kembla...
16/08/2026

WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK // The week ahead is looking very Illawarra in the best way.

There’s lanterns lighting up Port Kembla, a night of opera at Illawarra Performing Arts Centre, Emma Memma bringing the fun for little ones, winter dining experiences, creative workshops and plenty more happening across the region.

This is just a peek. The full article has heaps more local ideas, events and excuses to get out and about around the Illawarra this week.

Head to the link for the full guide.
https://bit.ly/4wynnUA

📷 Headlands

Local news can move pretty quickly, and let’s be honest, most of us are just trying to keep up between work, school runs...
14/08/2026

Local news can move pretty quickly, and let’s be honest, most of us are just trying to keep up between work, school runs, errands and whatever else the week throws at us.

So we’ve pulled together the Illawarra updates making headlines this week into one handy, bite-sized read.

Council cadet, apprentice and trainee roles are open for 2027, plans are moving ahead for the Wollongong City Centre skatepark and MacCabe Park expansion, Bulli and Sublime Point lookout cafés could be getting a new chapter, and there are plenty more local updates across the region.

Grab a coffee, have a scroll and catch up on what’s happening around the Illawarra: https://bit.ly/3Se9pZ1

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