Wollongong - CBP 2026

This round will open at 9:00AM 20 April 2026 (AEST) for submissions.

Community Building Partnership (CBP) 2026 Grant Program - Wollongong 

Welcome to the CBP 2026 Program for the Electoral District of Wollongong. This program provides an opportunity for local community organisations and councils to strengthen the wellbeing of NSW communities through small local infrastructure projects.

The local Member of Parliament (MP) has prepared the below summary of the electoral district priorities to provide guidance to applicants considering lodging an Expression of Interest (EOI) for 2026 CBP funding in the electoral district of Wollongong. 

Electoral District Priorities 

The Wollongong electorate is characterised by a large and fast-growing population, with strong growth projected to continue over the next two decades. It is a vibrant and culturally diverse community, although some areas experience higher than average levels of social and economic disadvantage.

Priorities for CBP funding in the Wollongong electorate include:

  • Upgrading sporting and recreational facilities, with a focus on improved drainage, lighting, accessibility, and changeroom amenities.
  • Supporting projects that encourage active lifestyles and foster shared community engagement.
  • Implementing initiatives that promote environmental sustainability, energy efficiency and strengthen responses to climate change.
  • Enhancing school infrastructure to improve learning and recreational facilities, including opportunities for out-of-school-hours use.
  • Supporting projects that improve access to services for multicultural communities.
  • Infrastructure upgrades for community organisations that deliver services to people with a disability, homelessness, domestic violence, and family support

Electoral District Boundaries 

To verify your project location and ensure it falls within the electoral district Wollongong, visit the Elections NSW website and use the ‘State Districts’ browse function:

https://elections.nsw.gov.au/elections/find-my-electorate

Need Help? 

The CBP Team at the Department of Communities and Justice is available to assist CBP 2026 applicants with general program queries.

Phone: (02) 8753 8144
Email: CBP2026@dcj.nsw.gov.au
Office hours: 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday

We receive a high volume of calls and emails in the days leading up to the application deadline. If you need assistance, please contact us at least 24 hours before the deadline.