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Wollongong, where business and lifestyle grow together.
As the regional capital of the Illawarra-Shoalhaven, located on Sydney's doorstep, it’s no wonder thousands of businesses and workers have chosen Wollongong’s vibrant coastal city as the perfect place to thrive. Boasting a supportive business environment and real work-life balance, find out why Wollongong should be your next strategic move.
Large, skilled talent pool More than 700,000 working adults within a one-hour commute
Proximity to Sydney Strategically located just over one hour from Sydney and its airports, and 2.5 hours from Canberra
More cost effective Quality office space is affordable and staff turnover rates are typically lower than other CBD locations
A lifestyle worth moving for A city that combines natural beauty, community and modern amenities for an exceptional quality of life
Wollongong City Council supports existing and new businesses through its Economic Development Strategy PDF, 16344.22 KB and Invest Wollongong.
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Latest business news from Wollongong City Council
Invest Wollongong has released the 2026 Wollongong Investment Prospectus – a document which celebrates Wollongong as having all the benefits of a metropolitan centre without the big‑city complications.
Acknowledging the tough conditions facing small business at present, Wollongong City Council, in collaboration with Service NSW Business Bureau and Sarina Russo Entrepreneurs, is offering free Business Advice Sessions.
Wollongong City Council has outlined a bold new jobs target, aiming to create 20,500 new jobs by 2035.
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