We acknowledge people, community groups and organisations that make Wollongong a better place.
The City of Wollongong Awards are an opportunity to acknowledge the people and organisations who make our city a better place.
The Wollongong Youth Week Awards acknowledge and highlight the achievements and efforts of people aged 12 - 24 in the Wollongong Local Government Area.
Nominations for our 2024 Awards have now closed.
The Awards will be announced during Youth Week in April 2024.
The Local Government Regional NAIDOC Awards celebrate the contribution and achievements of Aboriginal* communities in Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama and Shoalhaven local government areas.
The 2023 awards were hosted by Kiama Municipal Council on Saturday 29 July. Visit Kiama Municipal Council's website to learn more or and see details or award recipients.
*Note: 'Aboriginal' includes Torres Strait Islander people.
Our Recognition Receptions are held twice a year to acknowledge the outstanding achievements of individuals and organisations in our city. This can include national Roll of Honour recipients, volunteers, academics, sportspeople and others who contribute to our community.
If you’d like to suggest someone to be included in a future recognition reception, email or call us on (02) 4227 7111.
Recipients of Keys to the City of Wollongong
Year | Recipient |
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2022 | Professor Justin Yerbury AM |
2020 | Richard Tognetti |
2016 | Emma McKeon |
2016 | Emma Tonegato |
2016 | Nicole Beck |
2016 | Cyrus Villanueva |
2012 | Mat Campbell |
2009 | St George Illawarra Dragons |
2006 | Kerryn McCann |
2005 | 26 Army Cadet Unit |
2001 | Wollongong Hawks |
2000 | Wollongong Wolves |
1997 | Anthony Warlow |
1997 | TS Albatross Cadets |
1995 | Steve Elkington |
1987 | Wayne Gardner |
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