2026 Creative Nations Art and Culture Grants
The Creative Nations Program supports First Nations artists, cultural workers, organisations and communities through their artistic expressions that continue to sustain and strengthen First Nations arts and culture in NSW.
2026 imb bank Illawarra Business Awards
Entries are now open for the region’s most prestigious celebration of business excellence.
Instant Asset Write-off
$20,000 instant asset write-offs up to 30 June 2026.
Community Wellbeing Grants Program
Council is proud to support local community, cultural, sporting, environmental and not‑for‑profit organisations through its Community Wellbeing Grants Program. Open until 11 May
Business Partnership Program 2025/26
Council would like to congratulate the successful applicants
10 Quick Wins to Boost Your Tourism Accommodation Revenue
Looking to strengthen your revenue, increase direct bookings and make smarter business decisions in 2026?
Join us for this fast-paced, insight-driven webinar, April 22 from 2-3pm
Outdoor Industry Awards
The inaugural NSW & ACT Outdoor Industry Awards have been launched to recognise excellence, leadership and innovation across Outdoor Industry. Entries close 10 May 2026
Industry Event – The New Rules of Work: Compliance Without Chaos
Business Illawarra and Destination Sydney Surrounds South are teaming up to deliver an industry update outlining the key developments shaping local business performance in 2026.
Quick tips for managing unexpected change
How to assess impacts, adapt products and processes, manage staff and communicate effectively.
Active Regional Communities Package
The NSW Government has established the ARC – Community Participation Stream 2, with funding of up to $25 million available to increase liveability and social cohesion of communities through greater participation in community activities.
