Invest Wollongong is a strategic partnership between Wollongong City Council, NSW Government, and the University of Wollongong, dedicated to attracting new businesses, investments, and jobs by positioning Wollongong as a premier business location in key target sectors. With over 700,000 workers living within a one-hour commute of Wollongong CBD and a talent pool enriched by graduates from the University of Wollongong, the city offers a perfect blend of work-life balance, excellent infrastructure, vibrant culture, and stunning natural surroundings.
Wollongong boasts a thriving business community with more than 10,000 businesses calling it home, including global tech giants like NEC and Mercer, as well as innovative startups such as Easy Agile, Accelo, Hysata, and Scalapay. The city’s cost-effective business environment, coupled with its strong focus on engineering, manufacturing, tech, and startups, makes it an attractive destination for companies looking to establish a presence in a dynamic and supportive ecosystem.
From its world-class research and teaching university to its cutting-edge technology companies leading the charge towards a cleaner, greener energy future, Wollongong is emerging as a hub of innovation and sustainability. With a diverse range of businesses, a growing emphasis on renewable energy, and a bustling dining and social scene in Wollongong CBD, Invest Wollongong offers a gateway to endless opportunities for businesses to thrive and grow in a forward-thinking and inclusive community.