By: Kate McIlwain, Kate-Mcilwain
Nearly $80 million has been lost at Illawarra poker machines in the first quarter of 2026, according to new data.
Kate McIlwain is a Deputy Editor at Illawarra Mercury. An award-winning reporter since 2011, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the news agenda across the region, focusing on themes such as health and wellness, real estate, and education. Kate's work has also been featured in various publications including Milton Ulladulla Times, The Land (Australia), and The Daily Advertiser.
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Wollongong, Australia (Local)
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Kate McIlwain's coverage predominantly focuses on local news, particularly in the Illawarra region of Australia. Her articles cover a wide range of topics such as crime, healthcare and pharmaceuticals, health and wellbeing, family and relationships, and entertainment news.
Given her focus on evolving stories, breaking news, government announcements, and event coverage; she may be interested in pitches that provide insights into ongoing local events or developments related to healthcare facilities/programs in the Illawarra region. Additionally, human-interest stories focusing on families or community activities can also be appealing to her.
If you have information about local initiatives or events taking place within Wollongong or its surrounding areas that align with these themes covered by Kate McIlwain’s articles then your pitch is likely to resonate well with her interests.
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