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First Printed Saturday 10 September 2022 | Issue #412
OUR CITY REMEMBERS Wagga Wagga City Council has offered its condolences to the Royal Family and the people of the United Kingdom on the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second. The Australian Flag at the Civic Centre forecourt was lowered to half-mast on Friday morning after the official announcement of the Queen’s death and will remain at half-mast until further notice. Continued inside
ROYAL VISITOR: The Mayor of Wagga Wagga Alderman W.F. (Bill) Dunne formally welcomes Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II as she arrived in Baylis Street, outside the Council Chambers, during the Royal Visit on 13 February 1954. (Image: Museum of the Riverina Collection.)
And they’re off: our new Agile Library vans head out Wagga Wagga City Library’s customdesigned Agile Library vans officially hit the road this week, enabling the library to connect with more residents no matter where they live across the Local Government Area. The two colourful vans are a key part of the library’s new Agile Library Service, which initially launched with a click and collect model on 1
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July 2022 as part of the move to a standalone library service. Council made the decision in September 2021 to become a standalone library service based on extensive community feedback gathered during the 2019/20 Library Review and follow-up village consultation process. Acting Library Services Manager Christine Bolton said staff have been loading the vehicles with “much excitement and anticipation” in preparation for their official start. “Now the vans have arrived, we will be able to provide a complete service to residents in our villages and suburbs, with access to a significant collection of library items,” Ms Bolton said. “The service is the gateway to the
main library, so if someone wants to reserve something and have it delivered out to their village or suburb, we will be able to do that with the Agile Library. “It’s an important step in providing equity and access across the city and surrounding Local Government Area for our community, particularly for those who face transport barriers to visiting the library at the Civic Centre.” Prior to the standalone service, only five villages received a fortnightly mobile service. The new Agile Library Service makes regular visits to 18 sites across the Local Government Area, including weekly services to some of the locations as requested by the community. Continued inside
GETTING READY: Agile Library Officer Rachael Downes and Library Technical Support Assistant Leila Davandeh stock the shelves in the new Agile Library van during its visit to the Tolland Glenfield Neighbourhood Centre this week.
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It’s time to recognise our community champions: Council launches 2023 Australia Day Awards
Achievements by local citizens who have made significant community contributions will be the focus of nominations for the 2023 Australia Day Awards. Nominations for five categories opened on Thursday 8 September, giving residents the opportunity to recognise citizens who have made a difference during the past year. Australia Day committee organisers are urging community members to start thinking about local champions who make a contribution in all areas of community life.
Acting Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Jenny McKinnon joined with the city’s 2022 Citizen of the Year, Deidre Tome, to launch the awards. “These awards give recognition to the outstanding service provided by our citizens,” Cr McKinnon said. "There are residents out there who make a difference to our community every day and we want to help tell their stories. “It is wonderful that we can give recognition to our local heroes and reward their community contribution across a range of categories.”
Deidre Tome, who was named the 2022 Citizen of the Year for her extensive contribution to society, believes there are significant benefits in giving to others. “It is a rewarding and satisfying feeling to contribute to our society, to give back to the next generation, and support those who are less fortunate,” Ms Tome said. “Many organisations rely on the contributions by volunteers which support our community and make a difference to so many lives. It is an honour to be given that recognition.” The Australia Day Awards
ceremony will be held at the Civic Theatre on Wednesday 25 January 2023. Nominations are open in the following categories: Citizen of the Year; Young Citizen of the Year; Environmental Citizen of the Year; Ted Ryder Sports Memorial Award; and Walk of Honour. The last day for nominations will be midnight, Friday 25 November 2022. To submit a nomination, visit wagga.nsw. gov.au/australiaday For further information, please contact events@ wagga.nsw.gov.au
NOMINATIONS OPEN: (from left) Wagga Wagga’s 2022 Citizen of the Year Deidre Tome, Acting Mayor of Wagga Wagga Cr Jenny McKinnon, and Council’s Visitor Economy & Events Coordinator Sophie Gairn are encouraging people to nominate their community heroes for the 2023 Awards.
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MOWING REPORT 12 - 6 SEPTEMBER 2022
For the week commencing Monday 12 September 2022, we’ll be mowing in the following locations: • Bourkelands • Estella • Oura
• Springvale • Tatton
Vacancies Trainee Aboriginal Environmental Health Officer
Remuneration: $1,456.20 gpf + super Enquiries: Sharomi Dayanand on 02 6926 9345 or Mark Gardiner on 02 6926 9330 Closing date: Sunday 11 September 2022
Senior Town Planner, Town Planner or Cadet Town Planner
Remuneration: $3,494.78 gpf + super (Senior Town Planner), $2,908.36 gpf + super (Town Planner), $2,507.80 gpf + super (Cadet Town Planner) Enquiries: Cameron Collins on 02 6926 9577 or Paul O’Brien on 02 6926 9510 Closing date: Monday 19 September 2022
Labourer (Gregadoo Waste Management Centre)
Two (2) Permanent Positions Available Remuneration: $1,957.26 gpf + super Enquiries: Mathew Windle on 02 6926 9163 or 0437 701 447 Closing date: Monday 19 September 2022
Compliance Officer
Remuneration: $2,771.44 gpf + super Enquiries: Kevin Hosie on 02 6926 9506 Closing date: Monday 26 September 2022
Senior Team Member Sewer and Stormwater
Remuneration: $2,318.42 gpf + super Enquiries: James Tapfield on 0427 713 359 or Wayne Jones on 0424 751 605 Closing date: Monday 26 September 2022
Vacuum and Jet Plant Operator
Remuneration: $2,211.18 gpf + super Enquiries: James Tapfield on 0427 713 359 or Wayne Jones on 0424 751 605 Closing date: Monday 26 September 2022
Labourer
Five (5) Permanent Positions Available Remuneration: $1,957.26 gpf + super Enquiries: Robert Mithilan on 02 6971 4617 or 0429 157 065 Closing date: Monday 26 September 2022 Wagga Wagga City Council is an EEO employer
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FINAL TOUCHES: Working on the installation of the exhibition (from left) Waybali Murruway – Weaving Paths Co-Curator Harriet Goodall, Curators and Community Liaisons, Melanie Evans and Aunty Cheryl Penrith, and Museum of the Riverina Manager Luke Grealy.
Wiradjuri cultural exhibition opens at Museum of the Riverina
A stunning exhibition of image, story and weaving led by local Wiradjuri communities, Waybali Murruway – Weaving Paths, opens this weekend at the Museum of the Riverina’s Historic Council Chambers site. Waybali Murruway is a multi-year project developed in partnership with The Wired Lab, which explores Wiradjuri culture and language, along with the creation of cultural objects and caring for Country. Over the past five years Waybali Murruway has had a particularly strong focus on cultural rejuvenation in Wiradjuri weaving practices, resource gathering, and plant identification. The exhibition features woven objects, installation pieces reflecting Country, images, film, wire forms, stories through textiles, and weaving created throughout the project. Curators and Community Liaisons for Waybali Murruway, Aunty Cheryl Penrith and Melanie Evans, said the project and its
resulting exhibition highlight the regenerative power of gathering together on Country. “Waybali Murruway has connected families across four generations and six communities; Brungle, Mitta Mitta, Muttama, Ngurrungera, Wagga Wagga and Gudhamangdhuray,” said Aunty Cheryl. “It's been wonderful to share and pass knowledge amongst each other and onto future generations.” Museum of the Riverina Manager Luke Grealy describes the exhibition as a highlight on the museum's curatorial calendar. ''This project is a significant exploration of Wiradjuri culture and Country,” Mr Grealy said. “The Museum of the Riverina is delighted to showcase this important project and the amazing work of the team.” The exhibition opens on Saturday 10 September and will run until Sunday 20 November 2022. Entry is free. For more information, visit museumriverina.com.au/ whatson
CULTURAL REJUVENATION: (Top) Waybali Murruway – Weaving Paths highlights the regenerative power of gathering together on Country and coming together in a yarning (weaving) circle. RIVER OF REEDS: (Above) The ‘Fish Weir’ installation features individually placed reeds on a bed of sand and rocks.
Artists Talk: Waybali Murruway Join us to share stories about each of the works that form the Waybali Murruway – Weaving Paths exhibition. When: Where: Cost: Who:
11am–1pm, Sunday 11 September Museum of the Riverina – Historic Council Chambers Site Free Everyone is welcome
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Send your condolences to the Royal Family A condolences book will be available for signing by members of the public at the office of the Federal Member for Wagga Wagga Michael McCormack. Acting Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Jenny McKinnon said Council will be acknowledging the Queen’s death at its next Ordinary Meeting. “It is a very sad day for our community and for communities across Australia and the Commonwealth as, having been a Sovereign for such a long time, Queen Elizabeth II has been a part of the lives of generations of people,” Cr McKinnon said.
“Here in Wagga Wagga, there are still residents who were among the thousands lining the streets to welcome the Queen and Prince Phillip when they visited the city on 13 February 1954 as part of their Royal Visit to Australia. “It was a very exciting day for Wagga Wagga and very fond memories, I think, for those who were here to see it.” During the 1954 visit, Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Phillip were greeted by the then Mayor Alderman W.F. (Bill) Dunne and Mrs Dunne, before the Queen gave a speech outside the Council Chambers.
ROYAL ADDRESS: Council officials and residents watched on as Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II gave a speech outside the Council Chambers during the Royal Visit on 13 February 1954. (Image: Museum of the Riverina Collection.)
Condolences Book Wagga Wagga Electorate Office of the Member for Riverina Michael McCormack MP Suite 2, 11-15 Fitzmaurice St, Wagga Wagga Office hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday
Ph: 02 6921 4600 Placement of flowers If residents wish to place flowers, they can do so at the Civic Centre forecourt flag poles.
CHECK IT OUT: (from left) Zamiram Mabaq and daughter Sarah, Mary Nanghee and daughter Mirian, get a tour of the new Agile Library van from Acting Library Services Manager Christine Bolton.
Agile service a 'gateway' to the main library
The 18 sites cover nine villages – Collingullie, Currawarna, Galore, Humula, Mangoplah, Ladysmith, Oura, Tarcutta, and Uranquinty – and nine suburban locations – Ashmont, Boorooma, Estella, Glenfield, Kooringal, Lake Albert, Mount Austin, Tolland, and Turvey Park. The library has been able to offer a broader and more accessible range of programs and resources to these communities, such as the LEAP (Learn
English and Play) program and Storytime sessions. Friends of the Wagga Wagga City Library President, Professor Annemaree Lloyd, said the Agile vans extend the library’s reach beyond its central location and will support the urban and rural communities of Wagga Wagga. “It creates opportunities for people who are not able to visit the main library site to access resources, the expertise of librarians
and library staff, and participate in outreach activities,” Professor Lloyd said. “In doing so, the program addresses important issues within the Wagga Wagga community related to inequality and social inclusion. “The Agile Library program will create a new space for social connection and will help to reduce social and educational barriers, encourage literacy, and support continued lifelong learning opportunities.”
The vans were custom-designed and feature outward facing shelves to make it easier for people to peruse a range of items from the collection, with capacity for restocking. They also have solar panels on the roof which charge the power for lighting and the free wi-fi service. For information on the Agile Library schedule, visit waggalibrary.com.au/visit/ agile-library-service
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MENTORING ARTISTS: (From left) Regional Artist Development Residency Program Coordinator Mary Egan, Art Gallery Director Dr Lee-Anne Hall, and artist in residence Sophie Chauncy.
WATERWAYS: Artist Sophie Chauncy’s work is inspired by the Murrumbidgee River and the surrounding Riverina landscape.
Become an artist in residence at Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Local artists are encouraged to apply for Wagga Wagga Art Gallery’s 2023 Regional Artist Development Residency Program. The residency program focuses on the development and mentoring of early career artists. Four residencies are available, with each recipient receiving a $2000 stipend and the use of a spacious studio environment at the Art Gallery over a fourweek period to pursue their arts practice.
Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Director Dr Lee-Anne Hall said the residency is a great opportunity for local and regional artists to develop their art practice with support and mentoring by gallery staff. “The Art Gallery will partner with Earth Canvas to offer a special opportunity for one of the resident artists, involving both an ‘on farm’ and studio residency,” Dr Hall said. “This is an opportunity for an
interested artist to extend their engagement with themes of healthy landscapes, soil, food and a healthy planet through spending time on a farm committed to regenerative farming practices.” Sophie Chauncy is the current artist in residence at Wagga Wagga Art Gallery and has spent her time exploring and responding to the ecosystem of the Murrumbidgee River and surrounding landscape, using a range of mediums across drawing
and painting. “It’s been a really new and exciting experience to work in such a public space because artists do work alone so often,” Ms Chauncy said. “To see the community engage and to see them intrigued and interested in something that I’m sharing has been really amazing. “This program has allowed me to expand my practice, and to get that professional advice and support from the gallery has been
really valuable.” Ms Chauncy is hosting an open studio and artist talk on Saturday 17 September where the community is encouraged to come along and hear about her residency. Applications for the 2023 Regional Artist Development Residency Program close on Thursday 29 September at 4pm. To apply, visit waggaartgallery. com.au
One path, two pedestrian bridges: work begins on Forest Hill cycle link Work started this week on the Forest Hill link of Wagga Wagga City Council’s Active Travel Plan. A one-kilometre shared path and two pedestrian footbridges will be constructed between Kooringal Road and Vincent Road as part of the link. Council’s Associate Director Projects Silas Darby said he is expecting the work to be completed by the end of February 2023, weather permitting. “It’s great to see the first section of the Forest Hill link begin,” Mr Darby said. “We’ll be installing two bridges over Marshalls Creek that are three metres wide and about 20 metres in length. “During construction we ask the public to take extra care when in the area as there will be heavy vehicles and machinery onsite. “The second section of the link will run alongside the
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THIS WEEK: DEMONSTRATION GARDENS – VEGETABLE SWAP OR BUY Sat 10 Sep, 8am to 12pm 53 Shaw St. Ph: 0411 417 956 WOLLUNDRY SATURDAY MARKETS Sat 10 Sep, 8am to 1pm Wollundry Lagoon Civic Centre Precinct. Ph: 0488 102 835 WAGGA WAGGA SHOW Sat 10 Sep, 9am to 9pm Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke St. Ph: 0427 252 180 ERINEARTH GARDEN A TASTE OF SPRING Sat 10 Sep, 9:30am to 2pm 1 Kildare St. Turvey Park. Ph: 6925 7150
GATHERING OF THE FAITHFUL MG CARS ON DISPLAY Sat 10 Sep, 10am – 1pm Cross St Carpark. MARRAR MADNESS RODEO Sat 10 and Sun 11 Sep Marrar Showgrounds, McKelvies Lane. Tickets through Marrar Campdraft Assoc Facebook LADYSMITH TOURIST RAILWAY OPEN DAY Sat 10 Sep, 10am to 2pm Ladysmith Railway Station, Cunningdroo St, Ladysmith. Ph: 0458 263 443 OPEN STUDIO GALLERY Sat 10 Sep, 10am to 3pm Art Studio, 11 Small St. Ph: 0413 786 209 OCROWBERFEST – WAGGA’S GERMAN INSPIRED FESTIVAL Sat 10 Sep, 12pm to 9:30pm Kyemba Smith Hall, Wagga Showground. Ph: 6921 7470 SPRING SWING Sat 10 Sep, 7pm to 10pm Wagga Wagga Public School Hall. Ph: 6925 3522 1927 Sat 10 Sep, 7:30pm to 9:30pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre. Ph: 6926 9688
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disused rail corridor through to Elizabeth Avenue. Work for this section will start pending approval from the Australian Rail Track Corporation." Seven of the 13 Active Travel Plan links have been completed. Aside from Forest Hill, the remaining links are close to completion with minor finishing works such as line marking still to be done. “Carrying out the work for a project that spans the city is not a linear process – it’s rather like putting together a jigsaw puzzle,” Mr Darby said “The construction of link sections is dependent on weather and the availability of contractors and building materials.” The Active Travel Plan project is jointly funded by the NSW Government and Wagga Wagga City Council. For more information on this project, visit wagga.nsw.gov. au/cycling
THE AUSTRALIAN TENORS Sun 11 Sep, 2pm to 4:30pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre. Ph: 6926 9688 SOFTBALL WAGGA OPEN DAY COME TRY T-BALL AND SOFTBALL Sun 11 Sep, 2:30pm to 4:30pm French Fields, Walteela Ave, Mount Austin. Ph: 0417 114 937 ART CLASSES WITH LEIGH HEWITT Mon 12 Sep, 6pm to 8pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St. Ph: 6921 5391 GLOBAL ART HISTORIES – PUBLIC LECTURES BY DR SAM BOWKER Tue 13 Sep, 6pm to 7pm CSU Riverina Playhouse, 8 Cross St. Ph: 6926 9688 LEARN THE ART OF STILL LIFE: AGES 50+ Wed 14 Sep, 10am to 12pm Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, Morrow St. Ph: 6926 9660 PRIMARY STUDENT ART CLASSES Wed 14 Sep, 4pm to 5.30pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St. Ph: 6921 5391 JANE EYRE Wed 14 Sep, 7:30pm to 10pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre.
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AN EVENING WITH SAMUEL JOHNSON Thu 15 Sep, 6pm to 8pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre. Ph: 0438 308 592 RIVERINA PRODUCERS MARKET Thu 15 Sep, 1pm to 6.30pm Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke St. Ph: 0428 263 297 METAL STAMPING WITH MURRAWALIRRA Thu 15 Sept, 6pm to 8pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St. Ph: 6921 5391 THURSDAY TRIVIA Thu 15 Sep, 7.30pm Thirsty Crow Brewery, 153 Fitzmaurice St. Ph: 6921 7470 NATHAN CURNOW POETRY EVENING & OPEN MIC Fri 16 Sep, 7pm to 10pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St. Ph: 6921 5391
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