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2025 Wollongong Investment Prospectus
Wollongong City Council's Economic Development Strategy 2019-2029
Wollongong Economic Insights Report, August 2025
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Industry networks and peak bodies in Wollongong
Wollongong is home to a uniquely collaborative and supportive business ecosystem that often meets for events to network, connect and upskill. If you're thinking about making the strategic move to Wollongong, the below industry networks and peak bodies could help your business integrate quickly:
i3net The Illawarra Innovative Industry Network (i3net) is the leading industry network for heavy industry, engineering and advanced manufacturing in the Illawarra–Shoalhaven. They connect local businesses with project opportunities and decision-makers, creating the relationships and capability needed to win work and keep jobs in the region.
Destination Wollongong Destination Wollongong, enabled by the strategic long term support of Wollongong City Council, is charged with delivering visitor economy growth by positioning Wollongong and surrounds as the premier regional tourism, events and conference destination.
Business Illawarra Business Illawarra advocates for business across the Illawarra, Shoalhaven and Southern Highlands, supporting policy development, infrastructure investment, and workforce growth to strengthen the region’s economic future.
RDA Illawarra Shoalhaven RDA Illawarra Shoalhaven is a federally funded initiative, connecting people and opportunity to drive growth for the region. Working across business, government, industry, and community, we champion stakeholder alignment, shared intelligence and coordinated advocacy. By acting as a conduit between all three levels of Government, we advocate for strategic investment efforts across infrastructure, workforce, clean energy, defence, and advanced industries to strengthen our region’s future.
Property Council of Australia The Property Council of Australia is the national voice of the property industry, representing 2,600 organisations across commercial, residential, industrial and retirement. Through advocacy, research and leadership, it shapes policy and environments that support investment, development and growth. The Illawarra & Shoalhaven Chapter represents local developers, investors, planners and major employers, working with councils, government and industry to champion the region’s growth, jobs and sustainable development.
Screen Illawarra Screen Illawarra is building a thriving screen industry in the region by connecting creatives, supporting production, and advocating for infrastructure and investment. Through networking, training, and showcasing local talent, it’s helping position the Illawarra as a hub for global screen production.
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