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Working in the arts and creative industries can be a solitary vocation. At times, it can be flat-out lonely. It’s something Wollongong City Council’s Creative Dialogues looks to address with its focus on connecting local creators through strategic partnerships and new collaborations.
Recently, we marked International Day for Biological Diversity, a day that highlights the vital role nature plays in our lives and our responsibility to protect it.
Wollongong City Council’s long-term vision for West Dapto continues to take shape, with major road upgrades to Fowlers Road between Fairwater Drive and Cleveland Road now underway.
Beloved natural asset Lake Illawarra was back on the agenda for both Wollongong City Council and Shellharbour City Council this week as the councils work to manage erosion in the entrance channel.
Time moving too fast to keep up to date with the latest news from Wollongong City Council’s Monday meeting? We’ve got you. Here is a snapshot of five key reports discussed on 26 May.
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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
In this history of Lake Illawarra, this has been a truly significant week.
If you’re a fan of numbers, then the Quarterly Review Statement is the document for you!
Last night, I had the pleasure of presenting the Keys to the City to mixed martial arts world champion Alex Volkanovski in front of his family and a crowd of die-hard fans of all ages.