This week, Wollongong Art Gallery has opened applications for the reimagined Wollongong Art Prize. Originally established in 1956, the prize has been refreshed to reflect today’s creative landscape. For 2025 it welcomes artists from across Australia, working in any medium, to contribute to a new chapter in the Illawarra’s artistic legacy. Wollongong Art Gallery Director Daniel Mudie Cunningham shared: “Revitalising the prize is about more than just art; it’s about access, inclusivity and community… Whether it’s digital media, sculpture, ceramics, drawing, watercolour, or painting, we’re creating a space where innovation and experimentation are welcomed and celebrated.” With a $32,000 prize pool, the Wollongong Art Prize also offers not just financial support, but a powerful platform to elevate emerging and established artists, celebrate diverse practices, and strengthen Australia’s contemporary art scene. Applications close 14 September for the prize, with finalists exhibited from 6 December 2025 to 1 March 2026 Visit https://lnkd.in/gK5VJZ3c for all the details of the prestigious Wollongong Art Prize
Wollongong City Council
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We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of this land, the Aboriginal people of Dharawal Country.
About us
Wollongong is Australia's ninth largest city, with a population of over 200,000. Located 80 kilometres south of Sydney, Wollongong covers 714 square kilometres and occupies a narrow coastal strip bordered by the Royal National Park to the north, Lake Illawarra to the south, the Tasman Sea to the east and the Illawarra escarpment to the west. Our Strategic Direction and Priorities Council has a range of priorities that it must consider in its planning and allocation of resources. How we manage and address these will be guided by the Community Strategic Plan. Governance We have built an ethical and robust governance framework. Our current focus is on our policies, procedures and practices relating to tendering, contracting and the purchase of goods and services. Customer Service Council’s e-business strategy will increase online access to our services and identify potential efficiency gains for our customers and staff. Value for Money We are committed to the provision of cost effective services that provide the community with good value for money. This requires active financial management now and into the future. We are reviewing our services to understand and improve how we must deliver them. Infrastructure and Service Planning We own and manage a wide variety of assets on behalf of the community. Assets like roads, parks, stormwater, drainage, libraries and community facilities underpin the success of the city as a place for people to live, work and play. Climate Change The potential impacts of climate change and sea level rise require us to plan for and manage our existing coastal communities, consider the impacts of flooding on new development, and propose mitigation and adaption measures for anticipated risk. Wollongong City Council’s social media channels aims to inform, educate, and inspire our community. For more information visit https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/digital-guidelines
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Employees at Wollongong City Council
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Andrea Alger
Marketing Specialist - Strategy | Digital | Branding | Integrated Campaigns
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Mithra Cox
Climate and Energy Strategic Communications
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Geoff Rutledge
Building & Facility Portfolio Manager
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Todd Hopwood
Mental Health Advocate | Governance Top 100, 2020-2024 | Change Maker | Board Member | Director - Local Government Professionals NSW
Updates
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We're #hiring a new Leading Hand in Wollongong, New South Wales. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Aboriginal Cultural Inclusion Officer in Wollongong, New South Wales. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Senior Operational Cyber Security Analyst in Wollongong, New South Wales. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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🌊 Join Our Lifeguard Services Team and dive into a role that makes a real difference! Are you – or someone you know – passionate about water safety and looking for flexible, active, and rewarding work? We're now recruiting Casual Lifeguards for our upcoming swim season. We've got opportunities across our beach and pool locations. 🗓️ Season Dates: September 2025 – April 2026 💰 Pay: From $38.09/hr + 25% casual loading (if applicable) 📍 Locations: 17 patrolled beaches and 8 aquatic facilities across the Wollongong LGA Why Join Us? ✅ Flexible shifts – fit work around study, family, or hobbies ✅ Stay active – work outdoors in a dynamic environment ✅ Build skills – gain teamwork, communication, and emergency response experience ✅ Great team – supportive, fun, and community-focused Visit wollongong.nsw.gov.au/jobs to start your application today
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We're #hiring a new Library Specialist - Children and Families in Wollongong, New South Wales. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Casual Beach Lifeguards in Wollongong, New South Wales. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Casual Pool Lifeguard 2025/2026 Season in Wollongong, New South Wales. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're #hiring a new Events and Functions Officer in Wollongong, New South Wales. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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Wollongong is set to shine on the national stage once again! We're proud to announce that Wollongong has been selected as one of three Australian hosts for the upcoming netball series between the world number one Australian Diamonds and South Africa’s SPAR Proteas. The match will take place at the WIN Entertainment Centre on Wednesday, 8 October 2025. This is more than just a game, it’s a celebration of community, excellence, and opportunity. Netball is Wollongong’s third most popular sport, with over 4,000 players hitting the courts at Fred Finch Park each weekend. This event is a testament to the strength and passion of our local netball community and the investments made by Council to elevate sporting infrastructure. Hosting national-level games will inspire the next generation, showing our young players that elite sport is within reach, and right here in their backyard. Major sporting events like this bring visitors, stimulate local businesses, and showcase Wollongong as a vibrant host city. It’s a win for tourism, hospitality, and community pride. Let’s rally together to support our athletes and celebrate Wollongong’s growing reputation as a hub for world-class sport. Image: Netball Australia
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