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Visitors can once again enjoy safe and convenient access to Austinmer Beach, thanks to the replaced stairway.
The Wheelchair Rugby League World Cup rolls off in Wollongong today.
Work is underway on the demolition of Pioneer Hall in MacCabe Park.
Visitors are encouraged to make the most of the last days at Wollongong Art Gallery before its temporary closure for building improvement works.
Wollongong residents can dispose of extra garden waste for free this November, with Council hosting green waste drop-off events at Helensburgh, Berkeley and Towradgi.
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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 |
|---|---|
| NoticeNext steps for Council’s Economic Development Manager Mark Grimson | Date issuedMonday 21 September 2026 |
| NoticeCouncil committed to delivery of City Centre skate park | Date issuedTuesday 08 September 2026 |
| NoticeContinued work on shared sports spaces | Date issuedWednesday 02 September 2026 |
| NoticeCommunity feedback essential to Council's MacCabe Park vision | Date issuedMonday 24 August 2026 |
| NoticeCouncil review of covered cricket pitches progressing | Date issuedThursday 13 August 2026 |
From the Lord Mayor's Office
At this week’s meeting Council considered the financial statements for the year ending 30 June 2026.
This week I’ve had the pleasure of spending valuable time with local government colleagues in Tauranga, New Zealand.