By Neighbourhood Forum 1 convenor Warwick Erwin

Otford Causeway

Now open. Boom gates at causeway & electronic warning signs at Helensburgh and Bald Hill yet to be done. No tender by Council yet for these items.

Council complaints update

NF1 convenor Warwick Erwin met Wollongong City Council General Manager Greg Doyle and Director of Infrastructure and Works Joanne Page in Helensburgh to discuss the list of complaints relating to works around Helensburgh. In some cases, the GM agreed the complaints were justified. The delay with Phase 3 of the Town Plan was acknowledged. We await further responses. Both committed to regular visits to the NF1 area.

Helensburgh Town Centre update

Council’s crew finished and opened the footpath under the awning between Salvos and Red Nectar. Railing on stairs to be installed before Christmas.

Budget Items for the NF1 area

• Relining of the Helensburgh swimming pool
• Construction of the roundabout at the intersection of Parkes and Lilyvale streets
• Extra parking at Helensburgh sport fields
• Fencing for Charles Harper Park playground
• Construction of new public toilets near the current Helensburgh Community Centre
• The design of the Helensburgh Community Centre and Library

Now is the time to inform Ward 1 Councillors of your “wishes” for the 2024/25 Council budget.

Council notices

Find details on council’s website or at Helensburgh Library of Christmas events at Wollongong mall; New Year’s Eve and Australia Day events at Wollongong Harbour; Wollongong Council works update monthly newsletter.

Nomination of NF1 co-convenor

NF1 needs a co-convenor from February 2024.

14 Feb 2024: Meet 7pm at Otford Community Centre unless notified of alternative venue