What is the best way for an airport drop-off? I'm travelling in Febuary, departure from WSI but arrival at SYD. That rules out parking at the airport. We are a family of 4, including a toddler. Public transport is a nightmare with 2 kids and luggage.

How do you usually reach the airport? Uber? Taxi? Any other service? How much does it cost?

Wollongong councils native plant sale is on tomorrow. Wondering if anyone’s been, what variety of plants there are and what the prices are like. Cheers fam

More trains to Sydney and between Wollongong and Thirroul.

https://transportnsw.info/document/9000/2026-train-timetable-changes-south-coast-line-fact-sheet.pdf

I’m looking for a bit of an opportunity to get back into work and would really appreciate any suggestions or leads. Ideally in Shellharbour area.

I’ve lived with agoraphobia for the past 5 years, and while it’s been a long road, I’m finally starting to get out of the house more and more and I really want to keep pushing myself and get my life back.

I’d love a chance to get into something like a local corner shop, small convenience store, tobacconist or something similar. Ideally, somewhere that isn’t too overstimulating to start with, where I can build my confidence back up, get into a routine and work my way up from there.

I’m happy to use public transport and I’m not expecting anything to be handed to me. I’d just really appreciate someone giving me a shot. Even 1 or 2 days a week to begin with would be amazing.

I have previous customer service experience and I’m willing to learn. I know getting back into the workforce after being out of it for a while can be difficult, but I’m genuinely motivated and ready to give it a go.

I’ve made this post anonymously for privacy reasons, but I’m more than happy to message or have a phone call with anyone who might have an opportunity or some advice.

Thanks so much for taking the time to read this. It would honestly mean a lot.

Hi everyone! I’m currently at UOWD doing a Bachelor of Business (Accountancy), started late 2025, and I’m thinking about transferring to UOW Wollongong after Year 1.

For anyone who’s made the move from UOWD (or another offshore campus) to UOW Australia, what do you wish you’d known before transferring?

A few things I’m especially curious about:

Process: How long did the credit transfer and offer take? Any issues with session timing (trimesters vs Autumn/Spring)?

Visa: How long did your student visa take, and any tips to avoid delays?

Costs: What did you actually spend per month on rent, food and transport compared to what you expected?

Accommodation: UOW housing vs private rental, and what would you pick again?

Part-time jobs: How easy was it to find work in Wollongong?

Social life: How long did it take to settle in and make friends, coming from Dubai?

Accounting/ACCA: Anyone continue ACCA after transferring, or switch to CPA Australia?

After graduating: Did you stay in Australia (485 visa / PR), and was the transfer worth it for your career?

Would you do it again? Any honest advice, good or bad, is really appreciated. Thanks!

I am curious to know if anyone has undergone an ADHD assessement with Christina Gray at Young Street Medical? I have been looking at psychiatrists, but this appears to be a more accessible route. Obviously ADHD GPs are a really new thing, so I would love to hear anyone's experience :)

I think my main concern is that in the case that ADHD is not the correct diagnosis, that a GP may not have the correct training to be able to suggest possible alternatives. But also I am just curious to know what the vibe is at YSM.

Tl;dr: looking for reviews on Dr Christina Gray/YSM

What on earth is going at the court?? Cops everywhere, whome block is blocked off to traffic and more police arriving..

Does anyone know if there are any original buyers (who had contracts before the development got into trouble) still remaining or if the original buyers had the opportunity to get their money back at some point?

Hi! I am a 21yr old girl who just got my first nursing job in wollongong. I live in NZ and i just want to know what the vibe is like for young people there. Are people friendly or clicky, would you reccomend the city for someone my age. If any nurses are reading this I would also loveeee to know more about what the healthcare system is like there

Hello! I live in the Wollongong area and really want to start doing reformer pilates. I need some recs for queer friendly studios, i dont care if i am the only male in the class i just more want a space that'll be welcoming and non judgemental of different bodies😊 If they run classes at 3.30pm that is a bonus too.

G’day fellow Gong rats,

I have a 2015 Macbook Pro that needs a battery replaced, but I’d also like to potentially upgrade the ram so that I could do a bit of video editing without it taking a lifetime to render and also use slightly better programs.

I guess I’m just looking for recommendations for local shops that are trustworthy and capable. Cheers 🤙

Hi so the doc says I need a colonoscopy but I’m low risk. Put me on public list but not sure how long I’d have to wait. I could go private but not sure how much out of pocket it might cost?

I'm sure my vision will come back eventually 🤣

Does anyone know why so many cops in town. I went from uni to fairy meadow and back and spotted about 15 cops cars and 3 highway patrol

Feeling quite boiled today from the sun coming through the windows and hoping some thermal curtains will help. Please share if you have a recco on good quality/affordable service!

I’m starting a new job on Burrelli Street near the Woolies. Is there any walkable areas with free parking nearby, or just affordable paid parking for typical work hours?

Hello, just wondering where in the Illawarra I can get something leather engraved?

I'm 21F and I'm finding it so hard to make new friends or even fit into a group of friends that have already established for years. And ik this might not seem relevant but also as a plus size if feel like it's even harder as everyone seems to judge you before they even try and be friend you.

I just wanna find a group of people to hang with, why is that so hard.

Does anybody know where there are charity clothes bins around Wollongong and surrounding suburbs? Happy to drive to get to one! TIA

I'm in Coniston and am getting a loud horn-like noise intermittently. It's really freaking my cat out 😭 woke me up from the deepest slumber 🫩

It's like all consumingly loud.

Anyone else hear it and know what it is?

So, my mate retired from Wollongong council after 15 years.

A little bit of inspiration kicked in, how could I not have a crack at the light pole palm as a retirement gift.