City of Wollongong News: Community Life
Explore our stories and media releases about community activities, sport, accessibility, and living in the City of Wollongong.
Looking for more? Visit our Latest News page.
Some legends are small and fuzzy! The victim of a suspected car accident, King the cat’s tale is one that’s making Wollongong City Council’s Animal Care & Impounding Service team members’ hearts sing.
Explore the world without spending a cent this Book Week. We’re inviting kids to join the Book Week fun by picking up a Reading Passport from your library.
The proud town of Helensburgh boasts a rich sporting tradition that has prospered through rain, hail and shine. It’s a resolve artist Sarah Rowan drew upon in completing newly unveiled murals across eight concrete water tanks at Rex Jackson Oval.
Got a feather in your cap when it comes to filmmaking? Looking to showcase your creativity and connect with passionate people like you?
If you’re a sports club and association with a top-notch application and a plan, you don’t need to be Jerry Maguire. We have a grants program that’ll show you the money.
It’s not a blue light disco, but Wollongong City Council’s After Dark Blue Light Plastic Cleanup promises to be a memorable night at Stuart Park.
Wollongong City Council’s third Culture Mix celebration will provide an expanded feast for the senses, with the full program for the 20 September event now live.
Wollongong Art Gallery is excited to usher in a new era for our city’s creative identity, with applications now open for the new Wollongong Art Prize.
The days might be cooler, but it is actually one of the best times in the year to get outside, stretch your legs and give your immune system a little boost. A brisk walk along Lake Illawarra at lunchtime not only clears the head but can also help strengthen your defences, reduce stress, and break up long days behind a desk.
Wollongong City Council is calling for expressions of interest from people interested in being part of a special community advisory group to guide the review of our current Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) and the development of the new Plan 2026-2030.