A Guard Troop had been inaugurated during this year. Commissioner Whatmore gave another £100 to the property account, this reduced the interest payments from £2/8/0 to £2/2/1.

The official opening began with the arrival of Wollongong Corps Band, augmented by bandsmen from Bulli corps, marching from Crown Street. Many personalities were present, including: Commissioner and Mrs Whatmore and their daughter, Ald Smith (the Mayor) Mr W Davies, M.L.A. Total cost was £1390. The corps is required to pay off a loan, with interest being £2/8/3 per week.

Commissioner and Mrs Whatmore and sister M Whatmore accompanied by Brig Simmons, Major Heathwood (DC) and Adjutant Packer arrived at 3.40pm and were accorded a Civic Reception in the Mayor’s Rooms at the Town Hall. The Mayor Ald Smith was in the chair, Ald Beatson, Ald Lance, Ald Kerley and Ald Porter were present and spoke. The Mayor also welcomed Capt Terracini to Wollongong. At 6pm the Commissioner and party met the soldiers and ex-soldiers at tea.