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Mar 28 2025
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Gardening for birds

Illawarra native birds are a diverse and interesting lot, with 440 species recorded in Terrill Nordstrom’s 2020 A guide to Birdlife of the Illawarra Region of NSW. With our diverse ecology and coastal areas, the region is home to everything from...

Emma Rooksby
6 hours ago
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Vanessa Risku: From drone operator to published citizen scientist

In late May 2025, an original research article published in the journal Frontiers in Marine Science caused a stir in the world of whales. Not only did it share new evidence of where humpbacks give birth, but it also showed the importance of citizen scientists, such as Kiama local Vanessa Risku, whose images informed the study.

Amanda De George
7 hours ago
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June’s update from Thirroul Village Committee

Aaron Beath Stand, Thomas Gibson Park Council informed the TVC that in the coming weeks, construction within Thomas Gibson Park will begin. It’s part of a project to replace the existing grandstand and amenities, including the toilet block in the...

Annette Jones
June 2025