96.5 Wave FM

96.5 Wave FM is a community radio station that caters to the Wollongong and Illawarra area in New South Wales. You can tune in from Helensburgh in the north to Bowral in the west and Ulladulla in the south. The station, which started as 2WL on the AM band, has been on the air since the 1930s.

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The new Tim Tam is deliciously indulgent and making a meaningful impact!

1 week ago | wavefm.com.au | Adam Chapman

Get ready, Australia! Tim Tam is about to drop a game-changing new flavour. The new creation, Strawberries and Cream is hitting Coles shelves nationwide later this month. The biscuit is wrapped in white chocolate, filled with a creamy strawberry center, and releasing an irresistible fruity aroma as soon as you open the pack. Article continues after this ad Advertisement It gets even better. This sweet treat isn’t just delicious, it’s making a difference.
Teens to face court over Illawarra pursuit

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | David Clark

Two teenage boys will face a children’s court today 3 April 2025, after an alleged pursuit in Keiraville on Wednesday. An alleged stolen car was seen by officers at about 4am Wednesday, a pursuit began that saw the car head onto Mount Ousley Road before stopping and reversing into a police car. An officer was also allegedly assaulted, before the driver drove away with the officer still hanging onto the vehicle.
John Wick 5 Confirmed, Plus Animated Prequel

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | Tom Marks

Despite the ambiguous ending of John Wick: Chapter 4, Keanu Reeves is officially returning as the iconic assassin in John Wick 5. The announcement came at CinemaCon 2025 in Las Vegas, where Lionsgate confirmed Reeves’ involvement in both a new sequel and an animated prequel.
Australian of The Year And AFL Icon Neale Daniher is able to speak using his own voice again!

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | Adam Chapman

AFL legend and 2025 Australian of the Year, Neale Daniher, who has been courageously battling motor neurone disease since 2013, has achieved an incredible milestone, speaking in his own voice again after years of being unable to. This remarkable breakthrough is thanks to cutting-edge technology. After losing his ability to speak, Daniher relied on eye-gaze technology to control computers and communication devices using only his eye movements.
Hall & Prior Aged Care takes over Blue Haven Bonaira

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | David Clark

Kiama Municipal Council and Hall & Prior Aged Care have marked the settlement and transition of ownership of Blue Haven Bonaira Residential Aged Care Home, Independent Living Units and associated services. Kiama Mayor Cameron McDonald said this was a moment to reflect and feel proud of Council’s 40+ year involvement in aged care provision in our municipality.
Raptor Squad arrests over guns and drugs

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | David Clark

Raptor Squad have arrested three men after an investigation into the ongoing supply of firearms and illicit drugs. Strike force detectives arrested a 45-year-old man in Shellharbour, on the man, Police located two private manufactured machine guns, ammunition, balaclavas and cable ties.
Pollution concerns for some Illawarra beaches

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | David Clark

A few of our Northern beaches have pollution concerns after the recent rains…The NSW Government’s Beach Watch scheme advises that while Corrimal and Bellambi beaches have the risk of bacterial pollution today…Bulli Beach is rated high for the pollution; caution is advised for anyone getting into the water there. Article continues after this ad Advertisement ShareFacebook TwitterLinkedInEmailbeach pollutionbeachesIllawarraNSW Beach Watch
Operation Fume targets Illawarra drivers

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | David Clark

Four people have been charged as part of Operation Fume in the Illawarra. Running over 12 hours from Friday 28 March 2025 to Saturday 29 March 2025, Police were targeting alcohol and drug driving across the Wollongong and Lake Illawarra Police areas. 159 breath tests were done, with one person charged with a drink-driving offence, also 150 roadside drug tests were performed, with nine positive results detected.
Wind and Surf warnings for the Illawarra

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | David Clark

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a number of warnings for the Illawarra, for Monday 31 March 2025. The region has a Gale Warning for Monday and Tuesday, while Hazardous Surf Warning as well. The Bureau advises very heavy surf is expected, which may lead to localised damage and coastal erosion is possible, the conditions may further continue into Tuesday.
Missing Sausage Dog Sighted on Kangaroo Island After 16 Months

3 weeks ago | wavefm.com.au | Tom Marks

Valerie, a miniature dachshund from Albury, NSW, vanished while holidaying with her owners on South Australia’s Kangaroo Island back in November 2023. The tiny pup slipped from her pen at the Stokes Bay campsite and darted into the dense bushland, kicking off a mystery that would span well over a year. Despite frantic efforts from her owners, Georgia Gardner and Josh Fishlock, and the support of local islanders, Valerie seemed to vanish without a trace.