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Wollongong is known for some of the best and cleanest beaches on the South Coast! So, it’s no wonder that locals and visitors alike flock to our sandy shores as soon as summer arrives.
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Council has a zero-tolerance approach to bullying, harassment and inappropriate conduct for all our people and we take such allegations seriously – just as our community would expect.
Does your community group need to hire a bus to support your activities? Wollongong City Council is calling for expressions of interest from community groups who could benefit from regular or occasional bus hire.
We’re celebrating two years of Wollongong’s Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) on Friday 9 December!
As the sleigh bells ring and carols sing, its clear countdown to Christmas is well and truly underway. As we get ready to celebrate this festive season, we’re encouraging our community to support local business and shop the Gong this December.
The last free garden organics drop off for the year is this Sunday 11 December at Ziems Park in Corrimal.
We’re pleased to share that Gilmore Park has received some love in the form of a new accessible toilet block and carpark upgrades.
There are good reasons why dogs aren’t allowed on rock platforms and in rock pools and we’re encouraging residents to brush up on their knowledge before taking their pooch on a trip to the beach.
We want to make it easier for residents to plant and maintain trees on their property, and for us to collaborate with community on steps to improve our city’s tree coverage.
This Saturday 3 December, we’re inviting our community to celebrate International Day of People with Disability (IDPwD).