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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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Tuesday 23 December 2025

Wollongong City Council has taken a major step toward a sustainable future for the region in awarding the tender for essential kerbside waste collection services for the next decade.

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Monday 22 December 2025

Lake Illawarra is a serious catch, according to the assessment of The Estuary Health & Water Quality Report Card 2024-25.

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Friday 12 December 2025

There are some simple things you can do this festive season that don’t just care for the planet but are also kind to your piggy bank – it’s as easy as one, two, green!

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Thursday 04 December 2025

Ever considered opening a cafe, education, or ecotourism outpost within the stunning Wollongong Botanic Garden? Now's your chance!

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Wednesday 26 November 2025

Local young people are taking action and greening our city as part of the Wollongong Youth Forum!

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Monday 24 November 2025

We’re calling all users of Lake Illawarra! Got an idea to help protect it but don’t know where to start? Let’s work together to lake it happen!

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Wednesday 19 November 2025

Local young poets continue to bloom and inspire a future that is planted in their words.

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Friday 24 October 2025

Extra garden waste? No problem. We’ve free drop-off events in November at Berkeley, Corrimal and Helensburgh that can help you get rid of it!

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Tuesday 30 September 2025

Wollongong City Council’s next soft plastics drop-off is on Saturday 25 October at Ray Robinson Oval, Towradgi.

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Monday 22 September 2025

Secrets out - we’re unravelling some great findings about our waterways!

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