Mount Ousley interchange passes major construction milestone
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The Mount Ousley interchange. Pic via Transport for NSW
More than one-third of the Mount Ousley interchange project is complete, marking visible progress on a critical freight and commuter corridor linking the Illawarra to Sydney.
More than 357,000 work hours have been logged since construction began, with bridge piers, retaining walls and work areas now established across the site. The interchange will improve safety, efficiency and connectivity on one of the Illawarra’s busiest transport routes.
Transport for NSW Executive Director Partnerships and Integration South, Cassandra Ffrench, said three new interchange bridges and the heavy vehicle safety ramp are now taking shape. “Bridge piers and retaining walls are now visible for these three new structures that will form the interchange over the M1 Princes Motorway,” she said.
An upgraded pedestrian bridge between the University of Wollongong and TAFE at Northfields Avenue has also been completed, improving accessibility. Major milestones are expected next year, including opening the heavy vehicle safety ramp and pouring the Mount Ousley Road bridge deck.
Spanish operator takes on Port Kembla LNG terminal
Squadron Energy has named Spain’s Reganosa to operate and maintain the onshore facilities at the Port Kembla Energy Terminal.
The Spanish energy infrastructure company was selected after an extensive international search.
Reganosa has an initial five-year term and an option for a further three years. The company will manage the complex’s onshore facilities, including the measuring station, control room, and auxiliary systems.
“We wanted to have a recognised international partner to assure our customers that we would be running the terminal as efficiently as possible,” Squadron’s Energy’s EGM Operations Stuart Davis said. “This agreement means that we’re one step closer to operations.”
His Spanish counterpart, Reganosa’s chief operating officer Miguel Angel Florez, was optimistic about the future: “Reganosa is Spanish energy company with a Spanish route, but with an international vision.
“We have been operating in 34 countries until now, and in four out of the five continents. So for us, it was very important to step in Australia.”
Squadron Energy will be looking to recruit between 15 and 18 locals soon: “We’ll be starting that recruitment in the near future,” Mr Davis said.
Dragons shore up commercial support
And while we’re talking about Squadron Energy, we might as well mention the company’s NRL team of choice, the St George Illawarra Dragons.
Now officially on a break until January 12, the club revealed its multi-year agreement with JAC Motors late last week.
Not just the club’s official car partner, JAC’s branding will appear on the NRL and NRLW playing shorts, match-day assets, and across member and fan engagement promos.
The Dragons venture to Las Vegas for their season opener against Canterbury on March 1. The club has just released a second edition pre-order of the exclusive jersey to be worn on the big night.
… and search for off-field stars, too
With the NRL’s season-starting blockbuster less than 10 weeks away, you can bet the Dragons would love to add another content producer to their ranks. There is a fulltime role available for a “passionate and experienced social media expert to deliver innovative and impactful content’.
The tip there might be a set on a Las Vegas-bound plane in a few weeks lies late in the job ad: “You will travel and live with the team and must be available for interstate and international travel at times.”
Applications for the role close on January 16, 2026.
Wollongong joins UNESCO network
What does Wollongong have in common with Cairo, Lisbon, Hanoi and Buenos Aires?
They’re all members of the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities, a recognition that celebrates the city’s commitment to lifelong learning for all.
This achievement reflects years of collaboration and innovation, with programs like the Illawarra Multicultural Water Safety Network, Living Books, and Economic Development and business learning initiatives.
Lord Mayor Cr Tania Brown said: “Lifelong learning supports personal growth, wellbeing, adaptability and a sense of belonging, and in Wollongong we’re making strides to create a culture where learning is accessible, inclusive, and woven into everyday life.”
Wollongong is one of 72 new cities from 46 countries joining the network.