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From Helensburgh to Yallah, now is time to buy local and support your city.

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which our city is built, the Aboriginal people of Dharawal Country. We recognise and appreciate their deep connection to this land, waters and the greater community. Wollongong City Council’s social media channels aims to inform, educate, and inspire our community. We encourage open discussion, and in order to create a positive and engaging

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01/06/2023

delivers and shares authentic indigenous experiences for all.
The Aboriginal cultural experience and education company is based in the Illawarra.
"We have a range of programs, workshops, experiences, and art, all tailored to meet the needs of our community and deliver to our motto of 'Connecting our past, to create our future'.
Our cultural teachings are delivered through dance, art, and knowledge from our ancestors."
If you’re searching for an immersive Aboriginal experience visit https://gumaraa.com.au/ or follow

30/05/2023

provides a range of services focussed on educating young children about Aboriginal cultures of where they live.
Owner Adam shared his vision for his business and the children he works with:
"I’m proud of the work I do and am fully invested in teaching our history and culture to all children.
“I travel around NSW teaching some of the fundamentals of Aboriginal Cultures (Wiradjuri, Dharawal and Yuin nations) to children in Early Stage One learning environments (ELCs, OOSH, Preschool and Primary School) and children in Out of Home Care.
If you are looking for an interactive way for children to learn about local Aboriginal art, dance, music, language and more, reach out to

12/05/2023

Take the title of favourite child this Mother’s Day – Shop local and grab mum a gift she can brag about!

💕 Check out some of the businesses you can support this Mother’s Day on our business profiles page at www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/business-in-wollongong/we-shop-the-gong/profiles/we-shop-the-gong-stories

20/04/2023

Wollongong has great suburban centres, and this one is no different! Can you pick it? There's so much on offer here: great cafes and places to eat, live music venues and art galleries, a wonderful creative community. Top tip: this weekend will be a perfect one to visit and show your We Shop the Gong love 🎸🎊🎹☕🐶💡🍴

04/04/2023

Even when you’re shopping online, you can show your ❤ for local businesses.

It’s now more common than not for businesses to have an online store. If you can choose and order in your own time, arrange to collect at a time that best suits you, and support a local business too, why would you wait for delivery?

Learn more: https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/business-in-wollongong/we-shop-the-gong

15/03/2023

Got a gift to get? 🎁 Did you know you can double your generosity when you get your gift from a social benefit business? And triple it when it’s a local, social enterprise?

Here’s just a few locals offering some ‘triple treat’ gifting options:

Greenacres Disability Services: check out Greenacres ‘Imagine’ gift boxes
Ngiilay Gift Boxes: purchases its hamper goodies from Aboriginal businesses
Green Connect: gift a vegetable box, or a tree sponsorship

Social enterprises are organisations and businesses working to address issues of disadvantage, such as unemployment, or social exclusion. They work towards goals that benefit the public or community, and reinvest profits and other resources to support their mission.

Our city is home to outstanding examples of these social benefit businesses. Think local first and show them the love when you have a gift to give ❤❤❤

To find out more, check out the We Shop the Gong business stories page: https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/business-in-wollongong/we-shop-the-gong/profiles/we-shop-the-gong-stories

13/02/2023

🌹 🌹 Roses are red, violets are blue. When you Shop the Gong, you show love to your local community too 💖💖

🧁 Check out some of the businesses you can support this Valentine's Day at our business profiles page: https://www.wollongong.nsw.gov.au/business-in-wollongong/we-shop-the-gong/profiles/we-shop-the-gong-stories 🧁

Image: Figtree Grove

19/01/2023

❤️ Think local first in 2023! ❤️
Where your dollars go, jobs follow. With around 40 percent of all Australians employed by small businesses, when we shop local it has a big impact, close to home. It helps create job opportunities for friends, family and our community right here in Wollongong!

23/12/2022

This summer don’t forget your local! There’s such a great range of businesses in Wollongong, from Helensburgh to Windang, you can Shop the Gong all year round.

Book a local table. See local shows. Discover unique shops. Connect with an artisan. When we buy local, we’re supporting our city and its community.

From cafes and restaurants, theatres and galleries, movie and music venues, homewares, beauty and clothing to services like accounting, tech support, trades and beyond - think local first these summer holidays!

21/12/2022

Sleigh your last-minute Christmas shopping by going local ❤️

With just a few days until Santa arrives, there’s plenty of options in Wollongong to find something special.

For the collector in your life, Prized Pieces has a range of collectibles and memorabilia.

It's a business that’s grown from side hustle to a fully stocked shop. Owner Matthew shares a little of his business story:

“Originally operating out of plastic tubs in my home garage I built up a large following on eBay and Facebook. At the end of 2019 I built a new studio in the backyard so I could expand the range of products I sold and began operating in a shop-like environment where regular customers could browse our items. At the start of 2022 we took another large step and moved into a much larger warehouse and for the first time, were able to open direct to the public. This has allowed us to further expand our product range, so you can find the perfect item, whether you are a collector or as a gift for a loved one.”

Find Prized Pieces Collectibles & Memorabilia at U70/6 Bellambi Lane, Bellambi

20/12/2022

Supporting your local is as easy as one, two, three!

💛 Visit your local shops first: Locals sustain small business, and the local community's support is always appreciated

💛 Search ‘Near Me’ online: Let search engines do the work to help find what you need, close to home

💛 Recommend & review local businesses: If you’ve had a great experience shopping local, a quick thumbs up, ‘highly recommend’ or positive review will boost Christmas spirits for local business owners

So, what are you waiting for? Christmas is almost here: take our tip and Shop the Gong!

16/12/2022

It's Market Day in Port Kembla!

A thank you for that gem of a teacher, a token of appreciation for a cherished colleague or a gift for the loveliest of family members this Christmas, there’s many beautiful artisan options among residents of The Wentworth Port Kembla. Founder Nathalie Brown-Crowe says all of the businesses would love the community's support "as we've all had a hard few years of business".

As well as on site businesses All Occasion Flowers & Gifts , K.O Imagery Linda Brown Artist , Little Thai at Port , The Iron Yampi , Creatz4u , RED POINT ARTS , craft shops and galleries there are the ** monthly markets ** featuring 22 regular local makers and bakers.

Follow The Wentworth and RED POINT ARTS to stay up to date with markets and Art on the Grass weekend dates. ❤️

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Wollongong, NSW
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http://www.weshopthegong.com.au/

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