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A plan to reboot the tourism and café offering at two of Wollongong’s most iconic lookouts is on the path to public exhibition following Council endorsement on Monday night (27 July).
With a $100,000 funding boost, the 2026/27 Sports Grant program is now open at Wollongong City Council.
Wollongong City Council has been advised by the Wisemans Park Wollongong City Bowling Club of its decision to terminate its lease of the Wollongong Tennis Club early, with the facility set to close from 29 August 2026.
Have you noticed something new in your community – an eye-catching vibrant pop-up letter box with a difference?
Wollongong City Council is committed to providing safe, welcoming and accessible sporting facilities that support the wide range of sports enjoyed by our growing community.
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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 statement about Wollongong Tennis Club Lease | Date issuedMonday 27 July 2026 |
| NoticeUpdate on Council’s review of covered cricket pitches at shared grounds | Date issuedThursday 23 July 2026 |
| NoticeCouncil undertaking immediate review of covered cricket pitches at shared grounds | Date issuedFriday 10 July 2026 |
| NoticeIllawarra Hotel Statement – June 2026 | Date issuedThursday 04 June 2026 |
| NoticeSafer Routes to School a top priority for Council | Date issuedThursday 21 May 2026 |
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I’m just loving how this community has embraced Wollongong Goals!
Did you know more than 13 per cent of Council’s open spaces areas are dedicated to sporting spaces?