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The Wollongong Goals community pop-up is open and ready for goal-setting action right across this weekend, Friday 7 to Sunday 9 August.
The new plan outlines a range of measures to manage flooding issues within the Hewitts Creek catchment
Wollongong City Council's 2027 recruitment for cadet, apprentice, trainee and school-based trainee positions is open.
All humans deserve respect, dignity and care. Learn more and share your support at two free events held in Wollongong for Homelessness Week.
A new skatepark and long-term expansion are part of an ambitious vision for the park.
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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 |
From the Lord Mayor's Office
I just love it when a plan comes together and, this week, a plan really did start to come together.
Lord Mayoral duties can take me all over our Local Government Area on any given day.
I’m just loving how this community has embraced Wollongong Goals!