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Wollongong City Council lifeguards will draw the curtain on another patrol season this Monday, with flags at 16 of 17 patrolled beaches from Stanwell Park to Windang coming down until the end of September.
Wollongong City Council will prepare a Planning Proposal aimed at incentivising hotel development across the entire Local Government Area to increase supply and ensure Wollongong offers a diverse range of accommodation options.
Wollongong City Council's Delivery Program outlining unprecedented investment in works, services and project delivery over the next four years is now on public exhibition following Council endorsement on Monday night.
Wollongong City Council crews are busy sprucing up the city’s war memorials and cenotaphs to host Anzac Day services.
We heard from hundreds of local voices about how we can ensure Wollongong grows as an inclusive city and be a better place for people with disability.
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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 |
|---|---|
| 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 |
| NoticeNo formal submission received for V8 Supercars in Wollongong | Date issuedThursday 19 March 2026 |
| NoticeEquitable access to sports grounds a priority for Council | Date issuedWednesday 18 March 2026 |
From the Lord Mayor's Office
In my time as Lord Mayor – and even before that – I’ve made no secret of the fact that I think Wollongong would be a great option as the next cruise terminal for NSW.
We’re asking our community to tell us what we got right in this year’s draft Delivery Program 2025-2029 and Operational Plan 2026-2027.
If there is one word that I’ve been using a lot lately it’s community.