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Both the tales and tails will be heartwarming when Wollongong Library hosts a special adopt-a-dog storytime on Thursday 9 July 2026.
From a free reptile encounter at our city’s libraries to bringing dolls to life for an art exhibition, our jam-packed school holiday program is filled with wonder and awe to keep the kids buzzing with entertainment.
A long-held community ambition to complete a ‘green corridor’ linking the escarpment and McCauleys Beach is a step closer to being realised after Wollongong City Council resolved to acquire seven hectares of land at Thirroul for the nominal cost of $1.
From the pitch to the cinema, Wollongong City Council is proud to be supporting a range of community events on Dharawal Country for NAIDOC Week 2026.
Work will start shortly on an extensive refurbishment to the roofs and air conditioning systems of both Wollongong Town Hall and Wollongong Art Gallery.
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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 |
|---|---|
| NoticeIllawarra Hotel Statement – June 2026 | Date issuedThursday 04 June 2026 |
| NoticeSafer Routes to School a top priority for Council | Date issuedThursday 21 May 2026 |
| NoticeRodent activity at Crown Street Mall Parklet | Date issuedFriday 10 April 2026 |
| NoticeWollongong Council Fuel Statement | Date issuedMonday 30 March 2026 |
| NoticeUpdate on Revolve Centre closure | Date issuedFriday 27 March 2026 |
From the Lord Mayor's Office
While families across Wollongong were working through the evening routine on Monday night, the future needs of the next generation were being considered at Council.
I’ve been in Canberra this week for the National General Assembly for Local Government which brings together council leaders from across Australia to advocate for federal funding, policy reforms and effective partnerships
Before dawn this Saturday, bedside table alarms will blare and cancel any chance of a lazy weekend sleep-in.