City of Wollongong

10/09/2026

Our Household Chemical Clean Out is back! ♻️
Come by Fred Finch Park, Berkeley on Sunday 13 September 2026, between 9am and 3:30pm, and safely drop off all those old garden chemicals, pool supplies, batteries, paint, vapes, oils, gas bottles and more, for free!
It’s a super easy drive thru event. Visit https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/community/events-and-programs/events/events/household-chemical-clean-out for more details on all the items you can drop off and the best way to transport your chemicals.
Let’s keep Wollongong clean, green and chemical free. Bring your unwanted nasties and spread the word - your cupboards (and the planet!) will thank you. 🌏

It's time to clean out unwanted chemicals from in and around your home.

10/09/2026

Wollongong Festival is just around the corner 👀

The first weekend in a month-long series of events kicks off in Thirroul on Saturday 12 September and in Bulli on Sunday 13 September with free live music, planting, kids yoga and more across a number of venues and public spaces.
Visit wollongongfestival.com for more information.

Wollongong Festival is proudly supported by Revive Live – an Australian Government initiative and City of Wollongong.

10/09/2026

Never a bad time to check in with your mates 💛

It’s R U Okay Day, a reminder that a conversation could change a life for someone who is going through tough times.

🔍 If you or someone you know needs help, you can find resources via our website - https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/community/people/mental-health-and-crisis-support

09/09/2026

Rise and Shine is our environmental clean up program. Whether as individuals or community groups everyone can be a part of the program an d help remove rubbish across our outdoor spaces. The clean up is simple - you pull on the gloves and pick up the rubbish and then, once done, we’ll collect the rubbish and dispose of it. Plus, in recognition of your commitment to support the environment, participants will go into our end of year draw to win some prizes for your efforts. Pretty great right?
Can’t organise a clean up? Come to one we’ve already planned! We’ve got monthly clean ups that the community are welcome to attend. Visit https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/environment/natural-areas/natural-areas-programs/rise-and-shine to learn more and join an event.

Rise & Shine is our longest-running environmental clean-up program.

08/09/2026

Looking for more than just a job? You can build a career that makes a real impact right here in our community.
We’ve got a number of new opportunities open this week across a range of teams.

➡️Training Officer - Work Health Safety
➡️Civil and Structural Engineering Internships - Multiple Positions
➡️Community Connection and Learning Specialist
➡️Coordinator Aboriginal Cultural Inclusion
➡️Disability Access Officer
➡️Group Exercise Instructor Casual
➡️Leisure Centre Reception Childminder

Start something great, visit wollongong.nsw.gov.au/jobs to learn more.

Information about working at Wollongong City Council and current opportunities.

08/09/2026

What's a goal you'd like to see achieved in your lifetime? That's the big question Council and Canva have been asking locals as part of Wollongong Goals. It's your chance to shape our area’s future.
Curious what your neighbours are hoping for? See the goals coming in so far and add your own before submissions close on 5 October at
wollongonggoals.org

07/09/2026

🚲 Looking for a fun way to spend a spring day with family and friends?
Join in the Community Ride and Family Fun Day at the Ride Wollongong Festival on 13 September. Whether you're introducing the kids to cycling, enjoying a relaxed ride with friends, or getting back on the bike yourself, it's the perfect opportunity to get involved.
The Community Ride is a great way to experience Wollongong on two wheels, while Family Day will feature activities and experiences designed to help riders of all ages and abilities enjoy the fun of cycling.
Pack the bikes, bring the family and be part of a day that celebrates active living, community connection and everything we love about bike riding in Wollongong.
For all the on the day details visit ridewollongong.com.au

05/09/2026

We’re celebrating Child Protection Week with two simultaneous Family Fun Days; at Dapto Mall and Warrawong Plaza.
There’ll be fun activities, opportunities to play, learn and read, as well as a chance to get information on local agencies and the services they provide.

📅 Thursday 10 September 2026
🕤 9.30am to 11.30am
📍 Dapto Mall - https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/community/events-and-programs/events/events/child-protection-dapto-2026
📍 Warrawong Plaza - https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/community/events-and-programs/events/events/child-protection-week-warrawong-2026

We’re committed to being a Child Safe Organisation. This means creating environments where children's safety and wellbeing come first, listening to young people's voices, reducing the risk of harm, and responding appropriately to any concerns.
As a young person from one of Wollongong’s local schools puts it: "I feel safe when I am with people I trust."
Learn more about our commitment and Child Safe Framework: https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/community/safety/child-safe-organisation

05/09/2026

🏉🎭 Get ready for a full day of fun in the CBD this Sunday!

The St George Illawarra Dragons will play their last season games at WIN Stadium, there’s a matinee performance of the award-winning Pride and Prejudice (*sort of) show at Illawarra Performing Arts Centre - IPAC as well as many Father’s Day celebrations at local restaurants and cafes.

There'll be a lot of people out and about, so we’ve got some transport tips to help you have a smoother experience:

➡️ Event days are busy, so consider arriving early.
➡️ The Shuttle Bus (55A and 55C) runs for free around the city, stopping directly outside of IPAC and close to WIN Stadium.
➡️ Wollongong Station is a 15-to-20-minute walk to the CBD.
➡️ Use https://transportnsw.info/ to organise public transport
➡️ There are over 5000 parks in the Wollongong CBD area, with Council parking free on weekends. Check out our map for more details. https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/places/parking-transport/parking/parking-in-the-city-centre.

🔗 For more information about how to get to the CBD, visit https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/places/parking-transport/parking/parking-in-the-city-centre/parking-wollongong-cbd-special-events