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Young creatives are set to embark on some serious play at Wollongong Art Gallery, thanks to the arrival of the Hive Festival – an exciting two-day celebration delivered in partnership with the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW).
If your new year's resolution is more time in the garden, the Greenplan Plant Sale is a great spot to start.
Wollongong City Council is embarking on a 12-month trial of new camera technology that will allow compliance officers to electronically monitor timed parking zones and ensure fair public access to parking hotspots around the city.
Wollongong is expected to experience high temperatures for the next few days. If you’re heading to our patrolled beaches or community pools to cool down, we’re urging people to please be safe and avoid tragedy in the water.
The post-Christmas-New Year period can see people heading out in search of that prized catch, but Wollongong City Council is urging rock fishers not to leave their life jacket at home.
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Council media statements
Below is a list of recent media statements issued by Wollongong City Council. Click an item to read the full statement.
| StatementStatement | Date issuedDate issued |
|---|---|
| NoticeCouncil to review fireworks launch locations following New Year's Eve cancellation | Date issuedMonday 05 January 2026 |
| NoticeCouncil working with businesses through changes to outdoor dining in Crown Lane | Date issuedThursday 18 December 2025 |
| NoticeWollongong City Council pays respect to victims of Bondi Beach attack | Date issuedTuesday 16 December 2025 |
| NoticeWollongong City Council to Raise Palestinian Flag in Recognition of Peace and Community Contribution | Date issuedWednesday 03 December 2025 |
| NoticeStatement on Beaton Park Tennis Hub | Date issuedFriday 31 October 2025 |
From the Lord Mayor's Office
With the Illawarra Shoalhaven set to be the fastest growing region in NSW, Wollongong’s Economic Development Strategy 2025 – 2035 will ensure our city is best placed to take advantage of the momentum and transformation Wollongong has experienced over the last decade and create a diverse, resilient and strong local economy.
A beautiful spring morning in the Wollongong Botanic Garden was the perfect way to celebrate our community’s inspirational women.
There’s lots of ways we can celebrate this festive season as a community – whether through gift giving or caroling!