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We want everyone to have a happy and safe summer. That’s why we’re asking for your help to ensure a fun visit to the beach does not turn into a tragedy.
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'Tis the season to give your bins a workout! Be sure to do the right thing over the festive season and put unavoidable food waste into FOGO bin, recycle what you can and only put landfill-destined items in the red-lidded bin.
We’re reminding everyone of the rules around illegal camping and parking these summer holidays, especially over the busy Christmas and New Year’s Eve period.
Works are wrapping up on the complete replacement of an ageing stormwater outlet and access stairs on the southern end of Thirroul Beach.
New Year’s Eve is set to be a memorable one with fireworks, music, entertainment, food trucks along the Wollongong Harbour as well as a carnival in Lang Park.
Here are Council’s operating hours during the annual closure period.
In exciting news all the way from the North Pole, an Elf has joined the team at Wollongong City Council this festive season.
This Christmas we’re giving the gift of play to people of all ages and all abilities with the exciting – and early – opening of the first stage of the Stuart Park All Ages All Abilities playground.
Whether you’re travelling from Sydney, from out west in the Blue Mountains, or crossing the Windang bridge, here’s everything you need to know to make sure your next visit to the ‘Gong is a success.
Good lighting is important for more reasons than just taking the perfect photo. When it comes to designing public spaces, the right kind of lighting can help make places feel welcoming and safe.