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25.01.2022 New week = new job opportunities. Why not start something great in 2021- put in an application today at wollongong.nsw.gov.au/jobs Engagement Officer (NEW) Structural Designer (NEW)... Leading Hand Memorial Gardens + Cemeteries (NEW) Civil Design Trainee (NEW) Road Occupancy Construction Officer (NEW) Management Accountant Environmental Health Officer Senior Accountant Assets Strategic Projects Coordinator Swimming Pool Barrier Compliance Officer Electrician Development Compliance Officer Architect See more

23.01.2022 And just like that, it’s December! If you’re planning a pre-Christmas clean up, our Whytes Gully Waste Facility is a cashless facility open every day of the year except Christmas. We also have our Revolve Centre and Community Recycling Centre which you can drop items off at for free so that they can be rehomed or recycled instead of ending up as landfill. Read more at https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/book-and-ap//our-waste-depot

19.01.2022 Do you know a Learner Driver that’s ready to hit the road? Join our free workshop to get the facts and practical advice on how to set them up for a lifetime of safety and success behind the wheel As a bonus, participants will also go into the draw to win up to $100 in fuel vouchers.

19.01.2022 This weekend is looking great and many of you will be out and about supporting local business, exercising, and exploring our beautiful outdoor spaces. Please still remember to keep physical distancing, wear a mask where required and share the space you’re in responsibly with those around you. Remember to stay home if feeling unwell and head to a local testing clinic if you have any COVID-19 symptoms. Together we can help keep Wollongong a happy and healthy place.

14.01.2022 Looking for a holiday read? Why not check out our library Top Ten most borrowed lists from 2020 for inspiration Click below for all our most popular books, DVDs, CDs, eBooks and eAudio.

14.01.2022 Keeping up to date with all the latest health information for our community can sometimes be confusing. It is important to remember that the Wollongong area, often referred to as the Wollongong Local Government Area (LGA) reaches from Helensburgh in the north to Windang and Yallah in the south. Advice from NSW Health applies to all of this Wollongong area unless otherwise specified. ... Let’s keep working together and stay vigilant to keep our community safe. If you have COVID-19 symptoms, please continue to get tested at a local clinic. The tests are free.

13.01.2022 There is something for everyone in our list of open job opportunities this week. Visit our website to find out more at https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/jobs Youth Services Marketing Undergraduate Development Engineer Communications and Marketing Manager... Civil Leading Hand Leading Hand Formwork Carpenter Cultural Development Coordinator Property Services Support Officer Water & Waste Water Engineer Truck Driver Plant Operator Waste and Resource Recovery Operative Director Infrastructure and Works See more

13.01.2022 As we celebrate NAIDOC Week, our Youth Services Team spoke to Scott, our Aboriginal Services Community Development Worker, about the importance of NAIDOC and what it means to him. #NAIDOC2020

11.01.2022 Our beaches will be busy this weekend with the predicted warm weather. Our flag hours have been extended over Saturday to make sure everyone has the chance to swim safely. Before you hit the sand, make sure you watch our Beach Safety Video to make your visit as smooth as possible. Visit wollongong.nsw.gov.au/beachsafety for more beach safety tips

11.01.2022 We’ve got some unfortunate news Friday’s frightful weather forecast has meant we have had to postpone our outdoor movie. The outdoor screening of Hotel Transylvania for this Friday 13 November at The Vale Golf Course is no longer going ahead due to the forecast for potentially severe thunderstorms. Council has contacted all those who have purchased tickets for the event, and we will look to reschedule in 2021.

09.01.2022 Once you have your FOGO caddy you can start putting your food waste into your green bin. Empty your caddy regularly, and even if there is only a small amount of waste in your green bin you should put it out every week.

09.01.2022 Wollongong City Council will be pausing today to remember and honour the men and women who have served us. #WeRememberThem

09.01.2022 We're calling for tenders for a seaside food vendor along the Blue Mile, just outside the Continental Pools. The proposed food van includes a licensed bar, live music and some of the best views in Wollongong. To trial this location, we'll be giving permission for the successful business to set-up rent free for a year. Interested? Read more at www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/food-vendor Why not tag your favourite eatery to get them by the Basin!

08.01.2022 This weekend is going to be a hot one and with extreme heat conditions forecast across Wollongong, we’re extending our lifeguard patrolled beach hours for the weekend to ensure as many people as possible have the chance to swim safely. Looking for the longer hours? Read our release to get that latest on our 17 patrolled beaches https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au//patrolled-beach-hours-e

07.01.2022 Why not pop in to our free Pop Up Bike Festival this Sunday! Learn some new tips and tricks for bike riding around Wollongong. Check out our event for more details!

06.01.2022 Today is International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women. There is no excuse for abuse and the impacts of this violence against women often ripple throughout a community. Let’s change the story of violence against women in Australia. https://www.ourwatch.org.au/resource/change-the-story-video/

04.01.2022 Have you been trying to give us call today? Our Customer Service line has been experiencing some technical difficulties resulting in many of our customers unable to reach us. We hope to have this issue resolved as soon as possible. In the mean time, if you have a request for service you can reach us through our webchat, after hours call service, or via online requests through our website. Thanks for your patience.

03.01.2022 Community members looking to contribute to the spirit of Christmas in the region are being asked to donate online to the City’s Giving Tree Appeal. This is a change from previous years, to reduce the number of physical gifts being accepted due to COVID-19 restrictions. The Bikers Toy Run will help rev up support with six pop-up locations around Wollongong that gifts and toy donations can be dropped off at across two weekends. To donate and find more information, visit https:/.../wollongong.nsw.gov.au/whats/christmas-in-wollongong Bikers Toy Run Locations: Saturday 28 November 9:30am 11:30am Carpark adjacent to Figtree Community Hall, 11 Princes Hwy, Figtree 1pm 3pm Crown Street Mall, City Centre Sunday 29 November 9:30am 11:30am Carpark adjacent to Corrimal Library, 15 Short Street, Corrimal 1pm 3pm Bulli Park, Trinity Row, Bulli Saturday 5 December 9:30am 11:30am Carpark at Dapto Ribbonwood Centre, 93-109 Princes Hwy, Dapto 1pm 3pm Warrawong Plaza, access via Cowper Street, Warrawong

03.01.2022 The Bikers Toy Run looks a little different this year. If you're in a position to contribute, collections are still taking place for toys and donations for ages 0-16 years to assist local families this festive season. There are six pop-up locations around Wollongong where you can drop off donations. This weekend the locations are: Saturday 28 November 9:30am - 11:30am - Carpark adjacent to Figtree Community Hall, 11 Princes Hwy, Figtree... 1pm - 3pm - Crown Street Mall, Wollongong City Centre Sunday 29 November 9:30am - 11:30am - Carpark adjacent to Corrimal Library, 15 Short Street, Corrimal 1pm - 3pm - Bulli Park, Trinity Row, Bulli For more information visit https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au/giving-tree

02.01.2022 This weekend is set to see temperatures rise so we’re reminding all locals and visitors to plan out their weekend. Making a pool booking, swim between the flags, and keep your COVID distance when on the sand or in busy areas. Book a swim at www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/bookmyswim or choose from any of our patrolled beaches at www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/explore/beaches

02.01.2022 It’s only early and it’s already very hot! We’re sorry to say today’s extreme temperatures and strong winds warning has meant we’ve had to cancel our pop-up cycling event in Lang Park.

02.01.2022 We need to work together to protect everyone in our community. Lets all be COVID-conscious and be proactive when it comes to getting tested. Getting a test is easy - take a listen to those who have had a test, and if you need to find a testing clinic, visit https://www.nsw.gov.au//how-to-protect-yourself-an/clinics

01.01.2022 Do you have unsightly graffiti that keeps popping up in your area? We want to join with local volunteers and community groups to help remove illegal graffiti on non-Council buildings, and we’ll provide graffiti removal training and equipment to help with the removal. If there is an area of your community that needs help to shine, get in contact to join in on our graffiti removal community partnership. For more information visit https://wollongong.nsw.gov.au//s/community-safety/graffiti