Council News #422 - 19 November 2022

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Saturday 19 November 2022 | Issue #422

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Arts & Culture

Support our Wiradjuri and First Nations artists and creative industries SHOP LOCAL: Visitor Services Operations Officer Sarah Myers with music sticks by Narrandera artist Michael Lyons of Sandhills Artefacts.

Community

NOMINATE NOW: Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Cr Dallas Tout and Council Events Officer Emma Corbett say there is still time for people to get their nominations in for the 2023 Australia Day Awards.

Still time to recognise our community champions: 2023 Australia Day Awards

The local community is being urged get their nominations in now for Wagga Wagga’s 2023 Australia Day Awards, with entries closing at the end of next week.

There are five categories in the awards: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Environmental Citizen of the Year Award, Ted Ryder Sports Memorial Award, and the Walk of Honour.

Most of the categories are aimed at individual recognition, while the

Environmental Citizen of the Year Award can be an individual, environmental organisation or community group.

Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Dallas Tout said it is not too late to put in a nomination.

“If you have been thinking about a local champion who is making a contribution to the community, now is the time to give them the recognition they deserve,” Cr Tout said.

“The online nomination process is easy to complete, and you can also submit a paper-based application if you prefer.

“Our Events Team will answer all of your questions and help you through the submission process if you need any assistance completing the application.”

Nominations close at midnight, Friday 25 November 2022.

Wagga Wagga City Council’s Events Officer Emma Corbett said the committee would love to see a diverse range of applicants across all of the award categories “Wagga Wagga is a generous community and is made up of hundreds of volunteers who provide support to a range of organisations, sporting groups, youth initiatives, charities and more,” Ms Corbett said.

“We want to honour the contributions being made across the city and encourage our community members to step forward to put in a nomination for those deserving candidates.

“The awards night is a wonderful opportunity to bring together the outstanding members of our community and recognise their achievements, demonstrating Wagga Wagga’s appreciation for their dedication and commitment.”

Wagga Wagga’s Australia Day Awards ceremony will be held at the Civic Theatre on the evening of Wednesday 25 January 2023.

To submit an online nomination, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/australiaday or pick up a hard copy application form from the customer service desk at the Civic Centre.

For further information please contact events@wagga.nsw.gov.au or call 1300 292 442.

Are you lifting the lid on the right bin?

Styrene foam material can be recycled at the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre for free or put in the red lid general waste bin only. Don’t drop it in the green lid FOGO or yellow lid recycling bins.

To learn more visit: wagga.nsw.gov.au/householdwaste

Surprise your loved ones this holiday season with unique gifts created by Wiradjuri and First Nations artisans, makers and designers, available at the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Shop and ‘The Wagga Shop’ at the Visitor Information Centre.

The Gallery Shop has a wide range of artworks and gifts, including woven baskets by Aunty Joyce Hampton, bush bag artworks by renowned artist Lorraine Connolly-Northey, woven creatures by Aunty Lorraine Tye, and painted bags by Aunty Kath Withers.

Gallery Retail Operations Officer Karin Züge Bruton said the collaboration with Wiradjuri and First Nations artists as displayed in the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Shop reflects the ongoing commitment the gallery has toward the support of Wiradjuri and First Nations artists and creatives.

“It is of critical importance that the gallery supports Wiradjuri and First Nations creative industries and practitioners, along with building strong and deep connections with our community,” Ms Züge Bruton said.

“An important part of this work is to share the artist’s story and their creative practice with visitors to the Art Gallery.

People want to support Wiradjuri and First Nations artists and creatives and are seeking to connect with the artist’s individual story and carry this knowledge home with them as part of purchasing a stunning woven fish, brooch, or a pair of earrings made by a Wiradjuri or First Nations artist."

The Wagga Shop, located within the Visitor Information Centre, boasts a wide range of giftware and products created

by Wiradjuri and First Nations artisans, including hand poured Australian scented candles, room sprays and body wash, Christmas tree decorations, Riverina Pistachio Bush Dukkah, as well as boomerangs, coolamons, digeridoos and music sticks.

Visitor Services Operations Officer Sarah Myers said she’s noticed visitors are often drawn to the Wiradjuri and First Nations products.

“People are really impressed by the quality of the work and the fact that they’re unique,” Ms Myers said.

“COVID changed the way our visitors shop; now they’re looking for something local and Australian that tells a story.

“We’ve got a little something that will suit everyone; teacher’s gifts, Kris Kringle gifts, and presents for friends and family. We’ll wrap everything ready to pop under the Christmas tree, and you’ll be supporting our region’s very talented Wiradjuri and First Nations artisans.”

For more information, visit waggaartgallery.com.au wagga.com/thewaggashop

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Emergency road works in the wake of further flooding and storms

Edmondson Street railway bridge update Wagga Wagga City Council is working on an interim solution to reinstate the retaining wall that supports the footpath and road pavement on the northern approach to the Edmondson Street railway bridge after a section failed this week.

Council crews had closed off the outer southbound lane and footpath on the bridge earlier this month after the pavement and footpath slumped.

Director Infrastructure Services Warren Faulkner said the busy railway bridge will remain open.

“It’s safe to drive on the inside southbound lane, which is why we have the outside lane closure in place, with pedestrian access available on the western side of the bridge,” Mr Faulkner said.

“We will continue to inspect and monitor the situation regularly to ensure the safety of the travelling public.”

Earlier this month, Council crews met with representatives from the Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) to assess the area. After the retaining wall gave way on Sunday 13 November, the ARTC temporarily closed Edmondson Street between Edward and Erin Streets on Monday evening to remove redundant overhead power lines that ran along the rail corridor and were impacted by the collapse of the retaining wall.

Mr Faulkner said the failure of the retaining wall was due to age. Council is now assessing the best option for a short-term solution.

“The dilemma associated with the repair of the retaining wall is that this bridge and its approaches would be raised as part of the Inland Rail project,” Mr Faulkner said.

“On the last advice we received from Inland Rail, construction on the proposed Albury to Illabo section of the Inland Rail Project, which includes the upgrade of this bridge and its approaches, is expected to commence mid 2024.”

Council will investigate ways to shore up the outer lane pavement to enable the four lane, two-way traffic flow to resume.

WHAT’S

ON WAGGA WAGGA + SURROUNDS

THIS WEEK: DEMONSTRATION GARDENS – VEGETABLE SWAP OR BUY Sat 19 Nov, 8am to 12pm Demonstration Gardens, Cnr Shaw St & Albury St Ph: 0411 417 956 TARCUTTA MARKETS Sat 19 Nov, 8am to 1pm Tarcutta Soldiers Memorial Hall, Sydney St Tarcutta Ph: 0477 472 154

ADOPT DON’T SHOP: Wagga Wagga City Council’s Animal Welfare Office Courtney Krause and Animal Welfare Supervisor Julie McPhail with mastiff Jemma in the shelter’s new exercise yard.

Glenfield Road Animal Shelter Open Day Head down to Glenfield Road Animal Shelter today for a special open day.

You can take a tour of the shelter and may even meet your new canine or feline companion.

The family and pet friendly event features fun activities for kids, a sausage sizzle, information stalls thanks to our local vets and lots more.

Wagga Wagga City Council’s Animal Welfare Supervisor Julie McPhail said the team is thrilled to be hosting its first Open Day since 2016.

“We really hope that people will come along, see how wonderful the animals are, and perhaps consider giving someone a new home,” Ms McPhail said.

Visitors can expect to receive expert advice from Council’s professional animal rangers and rescue groups.

Event details • Saturday 19 November 2022 • 10am to 4pm • 2 Glenfield Road (opposite the Juvenile Justice facility) Dogs must be on leashes and cats in carry cages.

OPEN STUDIO GALLERY Sat 19 Nov, 10am to 3pm Art Studio, 11 Small St Ph: 0413 786 209 MOVIE MAGIC SSDC Sat 19 Nov, 12pm to 2.30pm & 7pm to 9.30pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way Ph: 02 6926 9688 BONSAI MEETINGS Sat 19 Nov, 1pm to 4.40pm ARCC Hall, Tarcutta St Ph: 0410 026 268 THE BOOK OF SNORIN’ - SLEEP APNEA THE MUSICAL Sat 19 Nov, 7.30pm to 8.20pm & Sun 20, 1.30pm to 2.20pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St Ph: 02 6921 5391

5 - 8 December 2022

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TINY TOTS’ TIME TO SHINE – I LOVE DANCING Sun 20 Nov, 2pm to 3pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way Ph: 02 6926 9688

AUSTRALIA DAY NOMINATIONS AW AR D C ATE GO R IE S

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Wagga Wagga Christmas Trail 2022

WAGGA WAGGA COUNTRY MUSIC CLUB Sun 20 Nov, 1.30pm to 4.30pm RSL Club Wagga Wagga, Cnr Kincaid St & Dobbs St Ph: 02 6931 1366

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Nominate at wagga.nsw.gov.au/australiaday

Christmas SUNRISE ROTARY CHRISTMAS MARKETS Sun 20 Nov, 10am to 3pm Botanic Gardens, MacLeay St Ph: 0437 325 323

Meet Jemma at the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter Open Day this Saturday 19 November.

She’s everything you could dream of in a companion – loyal, affectionate, sociable and tender hearted.

Jemma (ImpD22/0553) is a black Bull Mastiff who loves her treats and human company.

Her adoption fee is just $319, which includes lifetime registration, vaccination, de-sexing, de-worming, a heartworm test and ID tag.

Citizen of the Year Young Citizen of the Year Environmental Citizen of the Year Ted Ryder Sports Memorial Award Walk of Honour

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COLIN BUCHANAN’S BIG CHRISTMAS CONCERT Sun 20 Nov, 5.30pm to 6.30pm Wagga Wagga Christian WILLANS HILL MINIATURE College, 401 Kooringal Rd Ph: 02 9548 3814 RAILWAY RIDES Sun 20 Nov, 10am to 2.30pm SPY V SPY Wagga Wagga Botanic Sun 20 Nov, 7pm to 10pm Tilly’s, 109 Baylis St Gardens, Macleay St Ph: 02 6926 9688 Ph: 0412 439 455

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Council has again thanked the local community for their continued patience as Wagga Wagga and surrounds continues to be affected by flooding and extreme weather events.

The Murrumbidgee River at Wagga Wagga peaked at the minor flood level of 8.06 metres on Tuesday evening, while some parts of the city experienced flash flooding as the result of storms on Saturday afternoon and Sunday morning (12 and 13 November).

Director of Infrastructure Services Warren Faulkner said while the flood peak has passed, the impacts of the flooding, particularly on the road network, will be felt for quite a while across the Local Government Area.

“We know the community is getting frustrated by the deterioration in the road network, but we ask for their understanding as we try to work through the damage assessment and repairs process,” Mr Faulkner said.

“Our patching crews are still working overtime trying to fix as many potholes as they can, while we are also carrying out emergency resealing works in some locations.

“The emergency works are about getting these roads back into a trafficable state, not a perfect state, ensuring they are safe and can be used by vehicles until we can do a proper reinstatement of the pavement.”

To stay up-to-date about local road closures, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/ flooding

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SLIPPAGE: What had been visible as a bulge on the eastern retaining wall of the Edmondson Street railway bridge gave way on Sunday 13 November.

OF THE

PRIMARY STUDENT ART CLASS TERM 4 Mon 21 Nov, 4pm to 5.30pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St Ph: 02 6921 5391 ART CLASSES WITH LEIGH HEWITT Mon 21 Nov, 6pm to 8pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St Ph: 02 6921 5391

Ph: 02 6921 5391 PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK Thu 24 Nov, 7.30pm to 9.10pm & Fri 25 Nov, 10am to 11.40pm & 7.30pm to 9.10pm CSU Riverina Playhouse, 8 Cross St Ph: 02 6926 9688 ON THE BRINK Fri 25 Nov, 6pm to 7pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St Ph: 02 6921 5391

RIVERINA PRODUCERS MARKET Thu 24 Nov, 1pm to 6.30pm COLLAGRAPH CREATIONS Wagga Wagga Showgrounds, KIDS WORKSHOP Bourke St Ph: 0428 263 297 Fri 25 Nov, 3.45pm to 4.45pm FLOWER PRESS AND Unique State Art Space, DRAW KIDS WORKSHOP Thu 24 Nov, 3.45pm to 43 Tompson St 4.45pm Ph: 0437 699 995 Unique State Art Space, 43 Tompson St /waggaevents Ph: 0437 699 995 LIFE DRAWING WITH THE CURIOUS RABBIT Thu 24 Nov, 6pm to 8pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St

visitwagga.com For event organising and promotion support, contact Council’s events unit: events@wagga.nsw.gov.au or 1300 292 442 Mon - Fri.

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Vacancies Oasis Senior Lifeguard $2,211.18 gpf + super Closing: Monday 21 November 2022 Labourer - Two (2) Permanent Positions Available $1,957.26 gpf + super Closing: Monday 5 December 2022 gpf = gross salary per fortnight Wagga Wagga City Council is an EEO employer

Enquiries: 1300 292 442 For more details and to apply, visit:

wagga.nsw.gov.au/jobs

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