local biz love

Now more than ever, local businesses need our support! Check out some great local traders to get behind

People, LifestyleSasha Johnson22 January 2024Coal Coast Magazine Local Business Spotlight, Eco-Friendly Initiatives, Parenting Support Services, Entrepreneurial Stories, Work-Life Balance, Local Business, empowering women

zero the new summer hero

With the rise in popularity of zero and lower alcohol drinks, we set out to try a range of non-alcoholic drinks. Tried and tested so you don’t have to, the results are in!

Lifestyle, HealthSasha Johnson15 January 2024Coal Coast Magazine Non-Alcoholic Reviews, Low-Alcohol Alternatives, Summer Beverages, Wine Alternatives, Beer Alternatives, Health and Wellness

finds for you

Look no further. Your one-stop shop for local experiences and buys in the Illawarra.

LifestyleSasha Johnson12 January 2024Coal Coast Magazine coffee lover, coffee, Local Coffee, classical coaching, sharna lee, baby ballet, baby ballerinas, Milly May, local jewellery, small business

enhancing survival outcomes with exercise oncology

Dealing with a cancer diagnosis can be daunting, especially when the journey involves surgeries, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and medications. But at CanConquer we fight cancer together.

LifestyleSasha Johnson10 January 2024Coal Coast Magazine Exercise Oncology, CanConquer Cancer Program, Precision Exercise Therapy for Cancer, Oncology Physiotherapy Support, Managing Cancer Treatment Side Effects, Cancer and Exercise Therapy, Lymphoedema Therapy for Cancer, Enhancing Quality of Life Post-Cancer, Survival Rates and Exercise

tie the knot

Meet Gabrielle from BeeTogether, a dedicated Commonwealth Marriage Celebrant who has called Wollongong home for 30 years and loves nothing better than celebrating a couple's love story.

LifestyleSasha Johnson18 December 2023Coal Coast Magazine Local Wedding, Local Celebrant, Low Key Wedding, Illawarra Weddings

four new GPs available in Woonona

Woonona Medical Practice has served our community for over 50 years and is excited to have increased their team with four new GPs.

LifestyleSasha Johnson15 December 2023Coal Coast Magazine General Practitioners, GP, Woonona Medical, Woonona GP, Patient Care, Local Healthcare

live the life at vista park

Step into Vista Park at Wongawilli and unlock a lifestyle that transcends time.

LifestyleSasha Johnson13 December 2023Coal Coast Magazine Vista Park, New Development, Green Spaces, family friendly, Bankbook Park, Smiths Ln Dairy

seafood served with a smile

If you’re in Fairy Meadow at Christmas time, it is impossible to miss the long line queuing outside Harley & Johns Seafood. An Illawarra institution for over 20 years, owner Grant Logue credits their focus on sustainability, quality, and community for its popularity.

Lifestyle, FoodSasha Johnson5 December 2023Coal Coast Magazine small business, seafood, Local Food, fresh food

long live the local bookshop!

Who said books are a dying breed? Not us! Discover our local literary wonders for all ages, from cozy hideaways to virtual gems, offering a haven for every book lover.

LifestyleSasha Johnson28 November 2023Coal Coast Magazine local bookshop, book lover, books, literary gems, reading community, small business, local business

day tripper

A mini-break within an hour of home? We’ve found some favourite locations perfect for a delightful day trip – and you can be home by sundown!

LifestyleSasha Johnson23 November 2023Coal Coast Magazine Travel Australia, travel, day trip, mini-break, bundanon, Shoalhaven, Local History, local travel

Illawarra Festival of Architecture & Design

The inaugural Illawarra Festival of Architecture & Design brings together local architecture innovators to explain and discuss the changing approach to designing homes and communities.

LifestyleSasha Johnson20 November 2023Coal Coast Magazine Local architecture, design community, interior design, architecture, sustainable living, sustainable

three flamingos cafe

Meet Brad, Susan, Max, and Cooper, the passionate entrepreneurs behind Three Flamingos Cafe, a thriving specialty coffee venue in Albion Park.

LifestyleSasha Johnson15 November 2023Coal Coast Magazine Speciality Coffee, coffee lover, coffeeshop, Local Coffee, small business, coffee brewing

elevate your body and mind

Discover the ultimate wellness experience based on traditions from Europe and Asia right in the heart of the Illawarra. Disconnect from the outside world, recharge your batteries, and transform your quality of life.

LifestyleSasha Johnson13 November 2023Coal Coast Magazine saunaus, health and wellness, hot and cold therapy, Holistic Health, Holistic, holistic wellness

every artist was first an amateur

Nothing makes an artist, particularly a student artist, feel more accomplished than seeing their work hung in a gallery, under lights, with a white citation that has their name next to it.

LifestyleSasha Johnson8 November 2023Coal Coast Magazine Art Exhibit, Art, local art, local artist, student art

join the illawarra edible garden trail

Have you ever wanted to take a sticky-beak at a neighbour’s thriving veggie patch? Local gardeners are set to open their front gates to the general public this November as part of the inaugural gardening event.