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Wollongong City Council is moving forward on plans to improve and refurbish Helensburgh Pool over the coming months.
Caring for the environment, planning for liveable places, fostering cultural vibrancy, and building an inclusive community are among the clear priorities for Wollongong’s future following the endorsement of the Community Strategic Plan at this week’s Council meeting.
If your week has been too hectic to catch up on the discussions at Monday night’s Council meeting, we’ve got you.
Wollongong has long opened its arms to people from around the world looking to make our beautiful city home. It includes those who arrived as refugees, many fleeing the horrors of war and conflict in their country of birth.
Brace yourself, the winter school holidays are upon us!
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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 |
|---|---|
| NoticeUpdated location for Volkanovski Keys to the City event | Date issuedThursday 22 May 2025 |
| NoticeBeaton Park Community Update - May 2025 | Date issuedFriday 02 May 2025 |
| NoticeCouncil seeking feedback on outdoor dining fee proposal | Date issuedWednesday 16 April 2025 |
| NoticePlanning Proposal request for Port Kembla Cafe open for feedback | Date issuedWednesday 12 March 2025 |
| NoticeCommunity Update: Yours and Owls Flagstaff Hill Event | Date issuedWednesday 12 February 2025 |
From the Lord Mayor's Office
Earlier this week, I had the immense pleasure of attending the annual Illawarra Refugee Challenge at Figtree High School.
Last week I attended the Australian Local Government Conference in Canberra along with the Deputy Lord Mayor and Councillors Richard Martin, Jess Whittaker and Thomas Quinn.
Every day I have the good fortune of meeting people from all walks of life who all contribute – in their own way – to making Wollongong the fantastic city it is.