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Plans for new Helensburgh Police Station revealed, work to get underway next month
THE plans and design for the new $3 million Helensburgh Police Station have been announced. The new Helensburgh Police Station will replace the existing demountable site on Waratah Street and will accommodate up to…
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Night Mayor would help boost business and cut red tape for music venues, bars, and late-night grocery stores
THE Greens have launched a plan for a Night Mayor for Wollongong. Under the proposal, the role of the Night Mayor within Wollongong City Council would be the advisor for local night-time businesses, including…
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Celebrating nature and botanic gardens
PLANT yourself at Wollongong Botanic Garden from 10am this Sunday 26 May for a Botanic Gardens Day smorgasbord of free, nature-focused tours, talks and activities. The national day celebrates the role of plants in…
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Rebuilding after a natural disaster
WHETHER you’ve been affected by the recent natural disaster, or just planning to do some home improvements, it’s essential to know when you do and don’t need Council approval. Most minor building reconstruction and…
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Federal government pitches in more funding for $390 million Mount Ousley interchange project
THE Federal and State Governments say they remain committed to delivering the Mount Ousley Interchange along the M1 Princes Motorway. An additional $72 million is being delivered to the project through the 2024-25 Federal…
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Fatal motorcycle crash – Royal National Park
A MOTORCYCLIST has died following a crash in the Royal National Park on Friday. Emergency services were called to Sir Bertram Stevens Drive, Royal National Park, about 7pm on Friday 17 May, following reports…
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Here’s how you can start volunteering in your community
ARE you interested in volunteering, but don’t know where to start? Come and check out the various volunteering opportunities available at the Wollongong Volunteering Expo, on Wednesday 22 May at the Wollongong Town Hall. At…
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Guiding the future of Illawarra’s waste management
RESIDENTS are being asked for input into Wollongong City Council’s new waste strategy, which will chart a 10 year path to sustainable waste management. Wollongong Lord Mayor Gordon Bradbery said waste is an issue…
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Thirroul drop in centre chance to meet and talk about April flood event
AS the Illawarra recovers from last month’s declared natural disaster, Wollongong City Council is holding a number of face-to-face drop-in sessions, including at Thirroul, to meet and talk with the local community. The Let’s…
