City of Wollongong News: Environment
Stories and media releases from Wollongong City Council about caring for our environment, sustainable living, active transport, climate change and more.
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Whether you’re the proud owner of a new EV, or an experienced hand at driving a fully-electric car, did you know there are a number of public kerbside chargers on Council land for community use?
If you’re thinking the grass is looking greener, and thicker at the moment, you’d be right. And at home you are probably feeling that you have just mowed your lawn and the next day it is long again.
Whether you’re a gardening enthusiast or you simply want to make a difference in our community, volunteer programs at Wollongong Memorial Gardens might be for you.
You don’t even need to leave your car to offload household chemical waste in a safe and environmentally friendly way at next month's free chemical clean-out.
If you’re curious to know how solar and batteries can power your home and save you money, but are overwhelmed about where to start, the Community Renewable Program is here to help!
It’s a case of many hands make light work at Clean Up Australia Day events across the region this Sunday, 1 March 2026.
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.
Lake Illawarra is a serious catch, according to the assessment of The Estuary Health & Water Quality Report Card 2024-25.
There are some simple things you can do this festive season that don’t just care for the planet but are also kind to your piggy bank – it’s as easy as one, two, green!
Ever considered opening a cafe, education, or ecotourism outpost within the stunning Wollongong Botanic Garden? Now's your chance!