A region's voice for 170 years: Local stars unite to celebrate the Illawarra Mercury

Local businesses, politicians, sports stars and media personalities wish the Illawarra Mercury a Happy 170th Birthday.

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00:00I just want to wish a congratulations to the Mercury on their 170th anniversary.

00:05You know, it takes a lot.

00:07It takes a lot of consistency to be, you know, on top of Wollongong News for that long.

00:11I get half of my information from you guys.

00:13Not to, but congratulations, man, and keep it going.

00:17170 years!

00:18That's amazing, and you don't look a day over 100.

00:21Thank you for bringing 170 years' worth of people's stories and local news to our region.

00:27The Mercury has been part of UOW's story every step of the way,

00:32reporting our research breakthroughs, student successes, and alumni achievements.

00:38Thank you for telling the stories of the Illawarra for 170 years.

00:43Happy birthday, Illawarra Mercury!

00:46170 years in print, an amazing achievement.

00:49170 years, what an extraordinary innings.

00:53Happy birthday, Merck!

00:57170 years!

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