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Emergency works on Helensburgh’s Whitty Road to support return to two-way traffic

EMERGENCY repair works have started on Whitty Road, Helensburgh to return it to two-way access. Sections are currently down to single lane traffic following damage to the road and adjacent embankments from the April natural disaster. As a result of the event, the Camp Gully headwall had significant additional scouring around it, with stormwater washing … Continue reading

Changed traffic conditions on Lawrence Hargrave Drive at Wombarra

MOTORISTS are advised of changed traffic conditions from next week on Lawrence Hargrave Drive at Wombarra for safety improvement work to be carried out. Line marking and light reflective posts will be installed on Lawrence Hargrave Drive between the bus stop opposite Coledale Hospital to 70 metres north of McCann Circuit. Work will be carried out … Continue reading

Funding for Woonona East Public School, Russell Vale Golf Club and Balgownie Scouts under State Government program

THE Woonona East Public School will receive much-needed playground repairs and a makeover to the value of $29,850 under the NSW Government’s 2023 Community Building Partnership Program. State MP for Keira Ryan Park said his electorate has secured $300,000 in funding for a total of 16 projects through the program. “The State Government funds will … Continue reading

Let’s chat Thirroul on Friday

WOLLONONG City Council staff will be at Thirroul Community Centre and Library tomorrow (Friday, June 7) for a ‘Let’s Chat’ event. The drop-in session provides an opportunity for Council to hear directly from people about their issues and concerns after the April 6 Natural Disaster. “It’s really important to us at Council we’re hearing directly … Continue reading

Maintenance work on Lawrence Hargrave Drive at Coalcliff

MOTORISTS are advised of changed traffic conditions from next week on Lawrence Hargrave Drive between Coalcliff Station and north of the Sea Cliff Bridge while maintenance work is carried out.  Work will include vegetation maintenance and cleaning of drains and culverts.  Work will be carried out between 7am and 4pm, Monday to Friday, from Monday 3 … Continue reading

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 eight officers on any shift. Previously, just three officers could be accommodated. NSW Police Commissioner Karen Webb said the new station … Continue reading

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 the Wollongong Volunteer Expo, visitors can browse the wide range of opportunities, meet other volunteers, and learn more about the many … Continue reading

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 Chat community drop-ins are being set up as a way to hear directly from people about their issues and concerns after … Continue reading

What to expect at Bellambi’s Creative Dialogues event this Saturday

ORGANISERS are preparing for the city’s next creative event that’s being held at the Buckaroo Leatherworks at Bellambi. Creative Dialogues – Connecting through Art, Music and Conversation is a free day of workshops, discussions, and live music all in celebration of the ‘Gong’s local, creative industries. The event is produced by Wollongong City Council.  Whether you’re a … Continue reading

Over 120 trees to get the chop along M1 Motorway and Appin Road

OVER 120 trees have been identified for removal along the M1 Princes Motorway between Waterfall and Picton Road, and along the Appin Road, as part of a $3.5 million Transport for NSW vegetation maintenance program. Transport for NSW said the maintenance program will target key corridors in the state’s south to improve the resilience and safety … Continue reading

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