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New Year’s Eve represents an annual milestone, but this year’s celebrations at Wollongong Harbour will mark an inclusivity milestone 10 years in the making.
Wollongong City Council has taken a major step toward a sustainable future for the region in awarding the tender for essential kerbside waste collection services for the next decade.
Are you searching for ideas to keep the kids busy this summer? Look no further, we’ve got you sorted!
Mother nature has thrown some curveballs, but Wollongong’s new Regional Tennis Centre is on track for a mid-January completion as the final coats of paint on the centrepiece courts go down before Christmas.
Lake Illawarra is a serious catch, according to the assessment of The Estuary Health & Water Quality Report Card 2024-25.
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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 working with businesses through changes to outdoor dining in Crown Lane | Date issuedThursday 18 December 2025 |
| NoticeWollongong City Council pays respect to victims of Bondi Beach attack | Date issuedTuesday 16 December 2025 |
| NoticeWollongong City Council to Raise Palestinian Flag in Recognition of Peace and Community Contribution | Date issuedWednesday 03 December 2025 |
| NoticeStatement on Beaton Park Tennis Hub | Date issuedFriday 31 October 2025 |
| NoticeUpdate on deceased whale near Scarborough Beach | Date issuedWednesday 29 October 2025 |
From the Lord Mayor's Office
With the Illawarra Shoalhaven set to be the fastest growing region in NSW, Wollongong’s Economic Development Strategy 2025 – 2035 will ensure our city is best placed to take advantage of the momentum and transformation Wollongong has experienced over the last decade and create a diverse, resilient and strong local economy.
A beautiful spring morning in the Wollongong Botanic Garden was the perfect way to celebrate our community’s inspirational women.
There’s lots of ways we can celebrate this festive season as a community – whether through gift giving or caroling!