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Where to park

Where to park

Parking at UOW’s Wollongong Campus is limited and in high demand, especially during session. We strongly encourage using public transport, walking or cycling, where possible.

The Wollongong Campus is a Restricted Parking Area. NSW Road Rules and the University’s Access and Order Rules are strictly applied and penalties apply.

Each carpark on campus has different parking conditions which operate year round. Please refer to signage in the carparks and the parking map.  Current parking availability is shown on signs at each carpark entrance or the UOW Parking app.

Paid parking is returning

From Tuesday 6 April, paid parking will return at the Wollongong Campus. You will need to have a valid ticket or permit to park. However, in pay and display ticket carparks there may be machine outages while upgrades are occurring. Tickets will not be required in these carparks during these outages (machines will be covered).

Student using the pay station at P1

Parking options

Ticket parking

Ticket parking is available in:

Pay and Display Ticket parking is only available in designated ticket bays.  Ensure you observe local signage when parking your vehicle. 

Carpool parking

Staff, students and visitors travelling with three or more people in a car can get free parking in the carpool area of P4 Carpark.

Mobility (disabled) parking

Parking is free on campus for Mobility Parking Scheme Permit holders.  These permits are issued by Roads and Maritime Services and must be displayed clearly on the vehicle.  Mobility permit holders are authorised to access dedicated disabled parking bays, UOW Entry permit bays and ticket bays, free of charge.  Permit holders are also able to use the Parking Stations (P1 and P6), and should see the Parking Attendant for a free validated exit ticket (P1).

Only Australian mobility permit holders who display a current/valid permit may access dedicated disabled parking bays.  These conditions apply 24 hours seven days a week. Penalties apply for improper use of disabled parking bays.

Motorcycle parking

Parking for motorcycles is available by permit in special parking bays in P1, P2, P3, and P5, or in the parking stations at normal ticket prices. Staff and students are able to purchase permits by completing the application form (PDF).

Carpool parking

Staff, students and visitors travelling with three or more people in a car can get free parking in the carpool area of P4 Carpark. 

Permit parking

Some staff are able to get parking permits.  These include:

  • UOW Entry (blue) Permit - permit holders can park in designated entry permit bays. Spaces are limited, and holding a permit does not guarantee a space. 
  • Reserved permit - provides a dedicated reserved parking bay for permit holders. Reserved parking conditions apply 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Ticket parking

Ticket parking is available in:

Pay and Display Ticket parking is only available in designated ticket bays.  Ensure you observe local signage when parking your vehicle. 

Motorcycle parking

There are motorcycle parking bays across the campus.  Motorcycle riders can access motorcycle permits to use special parking bays in P1, P2, P3, and P5, or park in the parking stations at normal ticket prices. Staff and students are able to purchase permits by completing the application form (PDF).

Mobility (disabled) parking

Parking is free on campus for Mobility Parking Scheme Permit holders.  These permits are issued by Roads and Maritime Services and must be displayed clearly on the vehicle.  Mobility permit holders are authorised to access dedicated disabled parking bays, UOW Entry permit bays and ticket bays, free of charge.  Permit holders are also able to use the Parking Stations (P1 and P6), and should see the Parking Attendant for a free validated exit ticket (P1).

Only Australian mobility permit holders who display a current/valid permit may access dedicated disabled parking bays.  These conditions apply 24 hours seven days a week. Penalties apply for improper use of disabled parking bays.

Contractor parking

Authorised contractors working on the Wollongong Campus may be able to access parking permits.  The type of permit available depends on the type of work and duration of stay on the campus.  

Contractors Category 1 permits may be approved for contractors whose vehicle is essential for the work being carried out.  This provides access to a Service Vehicle space. These permits can also be used in UOW Entry Permit or pay and display ticket spaces. 

Desk based contractors, or contractors who do not need Service Vehicle spaces, may be able to apply for a UOW Entry Permit.

Carpool parking

Staff, students and visitors travelling with three or more people in a car can get free parking in the carpool area of P4 Carpark.

Ticket parking

Ticket parking is available in:

Pay and Display Ticket parking is only available in designated ticket bays.  Ensure you observe local signage when parking your vehicle. 

Early Start Discovery Space

Limted member parking is available underneath building 21. 

UniActive

Parking is available at P6 Sports Hub. 

Mobility (disabled) parking

Parking is free on campus for Mobility Parking Scheme Permit holders.  These permits are issued by Roads and Maritime Services and must be displayed clearly on the vehicle.  Mobility permit holders are authorised to access dedicated disabled parking bays, UOW Entry permit bays and ticket bays, free of charge.  Permit holders are also able to use the Parking Stations (P1 and P6), and should see the Parking Attendant for a free validated exit ticket (P1).

Only Australian mobility permit holders who display a current/valid permit may access dedicated disabled parking bays.  These conditions apply 24 hours seven days a week. Penalties apply for improper use of disabled parking bays.