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The finish line for the year is in sight. Before we toast the new year with fireworks at the Wollongong Harbour, we’re taking a moment to look back at the year we’ve just had.
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We’re reminding everyone visiting our beaches, parks, and foreshore areas this New Year’s Eve and Australia Day – all tents and structures must come down by 8pm.
At this time of year, it’s not unusual to find the yellow-lidded recycling bin filled to the brim with lots of extra cardboard thanks to the generosity of loved ones and time spent unwrapping presents from under the Christmas tree.
Do the right thing, and put your rubbish in the right bin this summer.
We’re committed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in our Local Government Area.
The popular Accessible Viewing Area is returning for Wollongong’s New Year’s Eve and Australia Day community events.
Between Christmas and New Year there will be some modifications to Council services and operation hours.
As the Illawarra Performing Arts Centre marks its 35th birthday, the building is getting a major overhaul and upgrade.
Earlier this year, we asked our community about when they would like to visit Helensburgh Library.
In 2023, Wollongong City Council will be asking our community for feedback on our plans to support our city’s diverse social infrastructure from now until 2036.
