Kelly Fuller
Wollongong, NSW
Kelly Fuller joined ABC Illawarra after an extensive career as a radio news reporter and ABC Local Radio broadcaster.
A Sydney girl, Kelly studied Communications at the University of Newcastle and had a brief stint with community radio with 2SSR, before moving to Inverell as a cadet journalist with 2NZ.
From Inverell, Kelly moved to Tamworth's local commercial radio station, but was lured back to the city to Radio 2GB as a reporter and evening newsreader.
Kelly started with the ABC in the Sydney newsroom in 2002 and has covered everything from court cases to royal visits, and was the ABC's State Parliament Reporter.
A move to Tamworth saw her present ABC New England North West Mornings and Breakfast programs for more than a decade.
A sea change has seen her return to news with the ABC Illawarra crew.
Latest by Kelly Fuller
Steelmaker and mining competitors unite on plan to fast track green iron production
BlueScope, Rio Tinto and BHP say Australia needs a commercially viable alternative to blast furnace steelmaking, but securing enough gas and green hydrogen will be a challenge.
'Another knife in the back': Hundreds of miners face uncertain future as NSW colliery closes
The closure of the Russell Vale mine in Wollongong prompts calls for miners to be given better re-employment options.
Coal mine to close in Wollongong, impacting more than 100 workers
The troubled Russell Vale Colliery, located in the northern Illawarra region of New South Wales, has notified its workforce of its impending closure.
Living in south-west Sydney where it takes an hour to drive 30km
Young people say a "flaky" train system and limited bus timetable in Western Sydney leave them reliant on driving, as a state parliamentary inquiry considers the current and future needs of public transport in the booming region.
Major upgrade of road linking south-west Sydney to thousands of new homes approved after five-year wait
A major road linking south-west Sydney to Wollongong has received NSW government approval for a long-awaited upgrade that accounts for impacts on a growing koala colony.
Dozens of workers stood down after coal mine is shut over repeated safety breaches
Problems for Russell Vale coal mine in Wollongong have escalated with the state's Resources Regulator shutting down work on the site because of safety concerns.
Family of blue gropers speared in marine park, the second incident off the NSW coast in a fortnight
Fisheries officers are expected to take further action against a man for illegally spearing three female blue gropers at Jervis Bay off the NSW South Coast after seizing both the fish and all his fishing gear.
NRL player avoids jail over bone-crunching rooftop attack on tradesman
The stood-down Dragons player was armed with a hammer when he chased a tradesman onto a two-storey roof in a Wollongong suburb last year. The court heard he was urged on by his father, who has been jailed.
Indigenous elder says government pressured her to alter application opposing mine near massacre site
More than 15,000 artefacts have been found in test pit excavations of the site near the 1818 massacre of six Aboriginal people camped by the Minnamurra River.
Wild storms lash New South Wales again leaving a trail of destruction
Severe thunderstorms have wreaked havoc leading to evacuations in Sydney and Berry, and hundreds of calls to emergency services.
Storms that sent a 'torrent of water' through homes eases in parts of NSW but it's not over yet, BOM says
As wild weather that brought flash flooding to parts of New South Wales eases, a thunderstorm warning remains in place for much of the state and authorities continue to respond to emergencies.
Warnings of eight-hour fire evacuation time for south-west Sydney growth area
The government is being urged to restrict land release in the Wollondilly Shire, especially in light of a report warning of eight-hour evacuation times during bushfires.
Illawarra housing developer denies presence of platypus despite 'citizen science' and local videos
In response to concerns about about platypus habitat, a housing developer applying to build more than 200 homes in the City of Shellharbour has described citizen science as "unreliable".
MPs cry foul over fake signatures on petition opposing offshore wind farm
The head of a parliamentary committee condemns an "unethical" attempt to "undermine the democratic process of petitioning" as debate over the Illawarra proposal heats up another notch.
NSW minister questions if embattled seaside council has undertaken 'fire sale' of assets
Concerns have been raised at a NSW budget estimates hearing about the proposed sale by the Kiama Municipal Council of one of the state's largest publicly owned aged-care centres.
Developer subject of new integrity rules after review of 13,000-home Sydney development approval
An investigation into the fast-tracking of Walker Corporation's Appin development in June leads to the creation of a new probity framework governing the NSW government's dealings with the property giant.
Search for 28-year-old university student missing off Illawarra coast to resume tomorrow
Search crews say the man was last seen by friends caught in a rip after entering the water at a Wollongong beach on Sunday.
'Not NIMBYism': Coastal communities paddle out against NSW offshore wind plans
An offshore wind zone has been formally declared for the New South Wales Hunter's coast, with more to come elsewhere, including the Illawarra. Some locals are worried about the impact of the turbines.
Can you make out the wind turbines on this horizon? Here's what future offshore wind farms might look like
Visualisations of a proposed offshore Illawarra wind zone in New South Wales are released by the federal government, following intense community scrutiny of the project.
This popular aquarium plant can be bought for $5, but did you know it's illegal?
Biosecurity experts are warning the aggressive, invasive weed acts like a blanket over water, dominating everything and reducing oxygen for aquatic animals.
Hydrogen-powered garbage truck makes quiet, 'historic' debut in NSW
Councils in the Illawarra say a hydrogen garbage vehicle making its maiden collection round today will provide a dual benefit for residents.
'We owe it to the planet': Senior academics support offshore wind farm
Scientists, academics and engineers give in-principle support for an Illawarra offshore wind farm — but warn operators must meet rigorous standards to protect marine ecosystems.
Gareth Ward 'furious' after announcing old airport funding for second time
Former NSW Minister Gareth Ward has blamed "wrong" information after he held a press conference to announce funding he had already announced four years ago.
Fears platypus 'stronghold' could be destroyed if housing expansion south of Sydney goes ahead
Plans to build more homes near the Illawarra's Macquarie Rivulet were rejected in 2021, and conservationists say a local platypus population will be threatened if the decision is overturned.
Get ready, NSW fire chief urges landlords, as hot, dry bushfire season gets under way
After three quiet years on the bushfire front, the RFS boss is warning against complacency and urging residents across the state to ensure their bush fire survival plans are up to date