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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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Friday 2 February 2024

We’re celebrating what nature lovers regard as mother nature’s secret weapon, wetlands!

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Wednesday 3 January 2024

The power of the sun is being harnessed at Coomaditchie Lagoon to combat a persistent blue-green algal bloom that is affecting the popular waterway.

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Thursday 21 December 2023

A pilot partnership between Wollongong City Council, EVX Australia and Endeavour Energy has seen kerbside electric vehicle (EV) chargers installed at five convenient locations in Wollongong, Austinmer and Thirroul.

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Wednesday 20 December 2023

Works are wrapping up on the complete replacement of an ageing stormwater outlet and access stairs on the southern end of Thirroul Beach.

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Monday 11 December 2023

Hot on the heels of International Volunteers Day on Tuesday 5 December, Wollongong City Council has announced the winners of the 2023 Council’s Environment Volunteer Awards.

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Friday 8 December 2023

From our foreshore areas to our beaches and to our rockpools, we have an incredible coastal environment here in the City of Wollongong. Here are our five tips on how you can leave a positive footprint on our environment.

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Friday 3 November 2023

While plenty of good stuff happens over the summer, it is also a time where Wollongong is at a greater risk of bushfires and severe storms. Here are five ways to prepare for storm and bushfire season:

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Tuesday 31 October 2023

POEM FOREST has announced the shortlist of 84 young poets from across Australia, whose creative words of wisdom will inspire new generations of Australian poets.

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Friday 27 October 2023

Want to save money and help the environment at the same time? Of course, you do! Here’s five ways you can hold onto your wallet and make a difference.

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Friday 20 October 2023

To coincide with Global Climate Change Week, Wollongong City Libraries have unveiled a set of home energy efficiency kits to help residents save money and cut emissions.

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