Official Notices: Sunday Road Closures and Regional Health Advisories

Special Event Notice: Port Kembla Road Closures

Wollongong City Council and local transport authorities advise residents and visitors of temporary road closures scheduled for Sunday, 15 March 2026, to facilitate a regional triathlon program. Gloucester Boulevard will be closed to all vehicular traffic between Darcy Road and Military Road from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Access for pedestrians and cyclists will be maintained around the event perimeter; however, cyclists within the closure zone must dismount or follow the same restrictions as motorists. Property access for affected residents will be managed by on-site marshals, but delays are expected. Motorists are encouraged to use alternative routes through Port Kembla during the morning hours.

Public Health Advisory: Measles and Buruli Ulcer Alerts

NSW Health has maintained an active health alert for the Illawarra Shoalhaven district following the identification of several measles exposure sites within the region. Residents are urged to monitor for symptoms including fever, sore eyes, a cough, and the development of a blotchy rash. Vaccination status should be reviewed, particularly for families attending large outdoor community gatherings this weekend. Additionally, a public health warning remains in effect regarding the detection of Buruli ulcer in south-east New South Wales. This bacterial infection is linked to mosquito activity; health officials recommend using repellent and wearing long-sleeved clothing during dawn and dusk to minimize the risk of transmission.

Planning and Development: Corrimal Cokeworks Public Exhibition

Community members are reminded that the public exhibition period for the major urban renewal project at the Corrimal Cokeworks site (DA-2023/840) is entering its final days. The proposal includes significant residential development and environmental remediation plans for the Railway Street precinct. Formal feedback must be submitted to the Council by Wednesday, 18 March 2026. Detailed plans and environmental impact statements remain available for review at the Council’s administration building and through the regional library network during standard business hours.

Infrastructure and Facility Updates

Wollongong City Council continues its program of essential infrastructure maintenance. Active roadwork sites are currently located on Salisbury Street in Berkeley, Burke Road in Dapto, and Madden Street in Fernhill. While these sites are inactive on Sunday, traffic control measures remain in place, and motorists should exercise caution. Furthermore, the major refurbishment of the Helensburgh Pool is nearing completion. Final safety inspections are being conducted this week, with the facility on track for a public reopening before the end of the month.