Council News Issue No: 157
CITY OF WAGGA WAGGA
FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 12 AUGUST 2017
Weekly information from us to you
FUTURE FOCUS: Students from local high schools share their thoughts on the future of the community with Council's Manager City Strategy Tristan Kell as part of a series of workshops.
Planning for sustainable growth A focus on community-led strategic planning continued this week with about 50 community leaders, stakeholders and students attending a series of workshops to help plan for a growing city. Council’s Manager City Strategy Tristan Kell says the Recreation and Open Space and Community Strategy (ROSCS) and the Activation Strategy will play a crucial role in ensuring sustainable growth in the city and surrounding areas over the coming decades. “With Wagga Wagga set to grow by 20, 000 people by 2040, there are some exciting times ahead in terms of opportunities for economic growth and social development,” he said.
“By developing these strategies now this growth will be sustainable, in the best interests of existing and potential residents, and further enhance Wagga Wagga’s position as a leading regional centre. “We can’t develop these kind of strategies in isolation, which is why it was so important to invite community leaders and stakeholders to be a part of the process, and we appreciate the time they took to attend the workshops and share their ideas.” General Manager of Brunslea Park, Samantha Brunskill said she was pleased to see Council being responsive to a variety of opinions. “There are so many diverse
people here from a fireman to someone in disabled care to property development so with these diverse views everybody has a different perspective and this is what is going to shine through in these strategic documents.” Local students took control of the discussion at the last workshop with eight Year 9, 10 and 11 students from Wagga Wagga High School, Mount Austin High School and The Riverina Anglican College bringing their ideas to the table. “Having students involved is crucial when thinking long term because we want our young people to to continue to live, work and play here,” Mr Kell continued. “Their ideas were fresh, selfless,
forward thinking and practical.” This round of consultation was the latest in an extensive engagement process that has already been undertaken to develop the strategies. All of the feedback will be collated before a report presenting the draft strategies is considered by the elected Council at the August meeting. The draft strategies will then be placed on public exhibition for comment. Workshop participants represented a range of groups including the development industry, sporting clubs, emergency services, disability service providers, high school students and state government.
STRATEGIES IN FOCUS
• The Activation Strategy will provide the city a blue print to accommodate an additional 20,000 people by 2040 and provide direction for residential growth and build upon our existing built and natural environment. • The Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy (ROSCS) will provide strategic direction for the planning, development, management and use of community spaces over the next 20 years within the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area.
Community Survey 2017 Share your feedback on Council services and facilities and tell us what’s important to you. Survey closes on 20 August. wagga.nsw.gov.au/communitysurvey
Blast off into a fun-filled week of scintillating science From a pop-up planetarium to some kitchen chemistry, this year’s Riverina Science Festival is set to be the biggest yet. The festival forms part of National Science Week from 12 to 20 August 2017, with this year’s program featuring activities and events that will engage and inspire the community about science, Indigenous culture and the growing importance of STEAM (Science, Technology Engineering, Arts and Maths). “Science is everywhere we look, whether it’s in the kitchen or the laboratory,” Riverina Science Hub convenor and Wagga Wagga City Library’s Team Leader Programs, Promotions and Partnerships Christine Bolton said. “Whether you are a budding scientist
or just have a curious mind, this year’s festival has something for all ages and interest, with a special focus on space. “We’ll be holding a number of Sky Stories events, including some traditional astronomy, Indigenous science and culture, and Starr’s Planetarium. “The pop-up planetarium uses a 3D immersive projection system to give you a 360-degree interactive experience where you will discover the solar system, planets, lunar cycles and more.” There will also be a range of other activities throughout the fourth annual festival, such as Kitchen Science Storytime and the microscopic fun of Closer, both held at the library. Other events include a fermentation workshop at the Museum of the
Riverina, a Nerd Nite at the Union Hotel and a bus trip to the Temora Aviation Museum. The festival kicks off on Monday 14 August at the Tolland Community Centre with a National Indigenous Science Experience Program (NISEP) Community Science Day. Year 9 Indigenous students from Mount Austin High School and Kooringal High School will share practical science activities with primary school students and the community. The Riverina Science Hub and festival are coordinated by Wagga Wagga City Library, which was given a boost this year through an almost $20,000 Inspiring Australia Federal Government Grant. Places are limited for some events. For more information and bookings, just Google “Library Riverina Science Hub”.
2017 RIVERINA SCIENCE FESTIVAL SKY STORY: INDIGENOUS SKY STORIES
From 17 August, from sunset Where: Civic Centre
KITCHEN SCIENCE STORYTIME
16 & 18 August, 10.30am Where: Wagga Wagga City Library (downstairs level)
SKY STORY: MY PLACE IN SPACE, STARGAZING
17 August,6pm to 8.30pm Where: Civic Centre forecourt
17 August, 5.30pm to 8.30pm Where: E3 Arts Space
NERD NITE WAGGA
17 August, 7.30pm Where: Union Hotel Topics include Australian Top 40: 1990-2009, storm chasing in tornado alley USA, and the Hermit of Scenic Hill near Griffith. Bookings: wagga. nerdnite.com
THE SCIENCE OF FLIGHT
SKY STORY: STARR'S PLANETARIUM
19 August Bus leaves Cross Street Cat Park, Wagga at 9am, returning 3.35pm
SKY STORY: FISHING UNDER THE MOON
19 August, 10.30am to 12.30pm Where: Wagga Wagga City Library (downstairs level, enter from lagoon-side entrance)
17 August. 5.30pm, 6pm, 6.30pm, 7pm Where: Civic Arcade Free, but bookings required
CLOSER
W I C K E D S E T TO C A S T A S PE LL O N WAGG A
The Civic Theatre’s community production of Wicked: The Untold Story of the Witches of Oz is well underway, with the cast holding a meet and greet and script read through. A stellar local cast has been put together to bring the hit Broadway musical to the theatre’s stage in November for a run of 10 shows. With a thrilling score that includes the hits Defying Gravity, Popular and For Good, Wicked tells the story of two unlikely friends - Elphaba (the Wicked Witch of the West) and Galinda (whose name later changes to Glinda the Good Witch). The pair struggle through opposing personalities and viewpoints, rivalry over the same love interest, reactions to the Wizard’s corrupt government and,
ultimately, Elphaba’s public fall from grace. “Over the coming weeks, the cast and crew will be meeting regularly for rehearsals,” Civic Theatre Manager Carissa Campbell said. “With the cast we’ve assembled, Wicked is set to continue the theatre’s proud tradition of producing quality community productions such as The Boy from Oz, My Fair Lady, Oliver and Legally Blonde. “The crew have been working hard on creating a set that will transport the audience to the Land of Oz, without the need for a tornado.” Wicked opens on 4 November, with closing night on 18 November. Tickets are already selling quickly – so book your seats now or you’ll be green with envy. civictheatre.com.au
SPELLBINDING: The cast and crew of the Civic Theatre's 2017 community production Wicked met recently to go over the script. Picture: Brigette Gollasch
COMMUNITY S U RV E Y O N L I N E
SATURDAY 19 AUGUST
free Situated on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, conveniently located mid-way between Sydney and Melbourne, Wagga Wagga is a vibrant, modern growing regional centre of 63,000 people offering quality cultural, sporting and educational opportunities. The region offers the best of both worlds combining the convenience of city living, with the free, space and clean air of a country lifestyle.
General Manager City of Wagga Wagga seeks to appoint a suitably qualified and experienced senior manager with a proven record of accomplishment who can provide strong leadership and change management and continue to improve and develop the organisation in support of Council’s strategic direction. Reporting directly to the Councillors and Community, the General Manager will play a crucial leadership role in delivering and managing our diverse organisation and most importantly shaping the culture and future of our city. To be successful in this role you will have a demonstrated successful record of senior management, leadership and commercial acumen, and possess a high-level understanding of best practice systems, change management principles and customer delivery standards. Candidates must address the selection criteria outlined in the information package, available at www.lgnsw.org.au/lgms For specific position details, please contact Christian Morris, Local Government Management Solutions on (02) 9242 4000 for a confidential discussion. To learn more about the Council visit www.wagga.nsw.gov.au Applications close 5pm Monday, 21 August 2017.
tip day!
free entry - sATURDAY 19 AUGUST Wagga Wagga City Council are pleased to advise that the next FREE ENTRY to Gregadoo Waste Management Centre will be held on Saturday 19
August 2017.
Residents can dispose of general domestic waste including garden rubbish, mixed recyclables and general household waste free of charge. Please note: special wastes such as tyres, builders waste, refrigerative items, mattresses and gas bottles are not included in the free disposal day and will be charged as per normal fees and charges. Free disposal is limited to cars, vans, utes and single axle trailers only.
Don’t forget, polystyrene, televisions and computers are accepted free of charge everyday! Gregadoo Waste Management Centre OPENING HOURS
7am – 4.30pm
Further INFORMATION For more information call us on 1300 292 442 or visit our website for full list of fees and charges.
www.wagga.nsw.gov.au
The online component of the 2017 Community Survey is available now. An independent research provider is currently contacting residents as part of the random phone survey, while all other residents are able to complete the survey online at wagga.nsw.gov.au/ communitysurvey. “The Community Survey gives you the opportunity to have your say on a wide range of Council services,” General
Manager Robert Knight said. “You’ll be able to highlight what’s important to you, what’s going well and what we could be doing better.” The survey is conducted every two years, with the 2017 survey the first since the adoption of the new Community Strategic Plan 2040 - Wagga View. The survey is available online until 20 August. Results from the 2017 survey will be published in November.
FO RU M O N 21 AU G US T
The next Public Access Session and Public Forum – Development Assessment and Policy is scheduled for Monday 21 August. The access session allows community members to address Councillors on any matter within the Council’s responsibility. The forum is an additional form of communication and consultation about development applications scheduled for the next Council Meeting, or a policy or plan currently on public exhibition. Community members need to register to speak by 10am on 19 June. wagga.nsw.gov.au.
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O F F S P R IN G A ND S P R IN G C HIC K E N S A T T HE Z O O
Spring might have sprung a little early at the Wagga Wagga Zoo and Aviary. Make the most of the sunny, winter days by visiting the new baby additions to the zoo family. In recent weeks the zoo has welcomed baby guinea pigs, a wallaby joey and a dark chocolate-coloured poddy calf, affectionately named Mocha. The animal brood will continue to expand with a couple of mums still nesting. There will also be new tenants in the farmyard after renovations on some of the enclosures are complete. Some different varieties of chickens, not seen before at the zoo, will take up roost in the new chicken coup and some soft and fluffy rabbits will move in to a refurbished hutch. You can visit all the fluffy and friendly animals at the zoo and aviary, inside the Botanic Gardens, Monday to Sunday from 9am to 4pm.
N E X T F R E E T I P D AY O N S AT U R D AY, 1 9 A U G U S T
builders waste, refrigerative items, mattresses and gas bottles are not included in the free disposal day and will be charged as per normal fees and charges. Free disposal is limited to cars, vans, utes and single axle trailers only. Residents are reminded to secure their loads when travelling to the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre. For more information and a full list of fees and charges, visit wagga.nsw. gov.au/freetipday or phone 1300 292 442.
Start your spring cleaning early at the next Free Tip Day on Saturday 19 August. There will be no charge to dispose of household rubbish, garden waste and mixed recyclables at Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC), which is open from 7am to 4.30pm. Free Tip Days complement Council’s normal service, which includes more materials that can be disposed of for free every day due to increased recycling capability at GWMC. Special wastes such as tyres,
PET WEEK
OF THE
NEWBIES: Zoo Curator Kira McBeath with one of the new baby guinea pigs.
Oura, Council working together for community A consultation process with the Oura community has led to a number of Wagga Wagga City Council resolutions addressing issues raised by residents. Council's General Manager, Robert Knight, acknowledged that the community has genuine concerns in relation to the removal of the Oura Village Sewer Scheme from the Long Term Financial Plan, development on the floodplain and the status of Jarvis Street and Adams Street. “Oura is a tight-knit community that gets things done and asks for very little support from Council,” he said. “All of their concerns deserve attention and while we have to work within the rules of what Council’s areas of responsibility and relevant legistlation, staff have done everything they can to accommodate these reasonable requests.” The President of the Oura Progress Association Mick Baker says the Oura community has enjoyed increased consultation
WHAT’S
ON WAGGA WAGGA + SURROUNDS
THIS WEEK:
DEMONSTRATION GARDENS – VEGE SWAP OR BUY
Every Sat, 9am-12pm. Community Demonstration Gardens, Cnr Albury and Shaw Sts. Ph: 0411 417 956
MATES GULLY PRODUCE MARKET Every Sat, 9.30am12pm. Mates Gully Café. Ph: 6921 4241
with Council over recent times. “Issues relating to the village sewerage plans, road works and flooding have all been high on the local agenda and we are pleased with Council’s willingness to engage with the community over these concerns,” he said. “This has been in stark contrast to previous years where little or no consultation has occurred leaving many residents somewhat jaded where attitudes toward Council are concerned. “It is hoped that Council will continue, as it has demonstrated recently, to appreciate the frustrations felt by those affected and, while hands may be tied as to any change, show their understanding through continued openness and engagement with the community over this and any future issues.” The draft Oura Village Septic Upgrade Financial Assistance Program is on public exhibition until 25 August. wagga.nsw.gov.au/public
Sprout & About Sat 12 Aug, 8am -1pm. Civic Centre Precinct. Ph: 0437 694 010
ART ON THE LEVEE
Sat 12 Aug, 9am-2pm. Tarcutta Street. Ph: 0400 225 768
TUMBA RAIL OPEN DAY
Sat 12 Aug, 12pm-3pm. Railway Station, Ladysmith. Gold coin donation. Ph: 0458 263 443
RIVERINA CONSERVATORIUM OF MUSIC 2017 CONCERT SERIES NO. 7: FRENCH BAROQUE MUSIC
Sat 12 Aug, 7.30pm. Adults $27, Concession/ Student $17, RCM Students $10. Wagga
At the July Council Meeting Council resolved to: • Place the draft Oura Village Septic Upgrade Financial Assistance Program on public exhibition. If adopted following the public exhibition period, this program would subsidise the cost of upgrading Onsite Sewerage Management Systems. • Present to the community flood mitigation options for Oura as outlined in the draft report of the Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan. • Support the Oura Progress Association in seeking a commitment from the local member to fund the required works for Jarvis Street and Adams Street so that the community can access the church building, being the emergency evacuation centre, during a flood event.
Wagga Art Gallery. Ph: 6925 3522
ST GEORG CHAMBERCHOIR PERFORMANCES & CANTILENA SINGERS 40TH ANNIVERSARY CONCERTS Sat 12 & Sun 13 Aug, Sat 7.30pm & Sun 2pm. Adults $32, Concession/ student $27, Child U12 $12. Bethlehem Lutheran Church. Ph: 1300 292 442
KINGS OF CROON Wed 16 Aug, 11am. All tickets $22. Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre. Ph: 6926 9688
RIVERINA PRODUCERS’ MARKET
Every Thursday, 1.30pm to 6.30pm.
Wagga Showground, Bourke Street Ph: 0428 263 297
AUSTRALIA POST REGIONAL PITCHFEST NATIONAL FINAL
Fri 18 Aug Light refreshments for 5pm. Official Proceedings 6pm. Adults $20, Concession/Student/ Child $10. Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre. Ph: 6926 9688 /waggaevents For support in organising your event, contact Council’s events unit at events@wagga.nsw.gov. au or 1300 292 442 Mon to Fri. To promote your event or for a full list of events call 1300 100 122. visitwagga.com
d Houn e v i G ! a hug
This week’s Pet of the Week is a favourite with GRAS staff. A real character named Hound. He’s a white bulldog-cross with a mountain of love to give. He is available for adoption for $247, which includes de-sexing, vaccinations, microchipping,
lifetime registration, worming and vet check. You can meet Hound and all of his furry friends at the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter, 1pm to 4.15pm, Monday through Saturday. Contact the shelter on 02 6971 4651, or visit graswagga.com.au.
vacancies SENIOR PAYROLL OFFICER
Remuneration: Min $1,310.61 gpw + super Enquiries: Stuart Matheson - (02) 6926 9285 Closing Date: Friday, 18 August 2017
TOWN PLANNER
Remuneration: Min $1,310.61 gpw + super Enquiries: Cameron Colllins - (02) 6926 9577 Closing Date: Monday, 21 August 2017
COMMUNICATIONS & ENGAGEMENT OFFICER Maternity Relief Position Remuneration: Min $1,352.54 gpw + super Enquiries: Brett Koschel - (02) 6926 9264 Closing Date: Friday, 25 August 2017
MAINTENANCE OPERATOR
Remuneration: Min $976.08 gpw + super Enquiries: Stuart Lymbery - 0418 430 680 or Paul Martin - 0418 692 937 (business hours 9am to 5pm) Closing Date: Friday, 25 August 2017
GROUNDS MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT
Remuneration: Min $939.89 gpw + super Enquiries: Stuart Lymbery - 0418 430 680 or Paul Martin - 0418 692 937 (business hours 9am to 5pm) Closing Date: Friday, 25 August 2017
To view these opportunities and apply, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/jobs
City of Wagga Wagga is an EEO employer
Values - Part of everything we do: Trust • Respect • Innovation • Teamwork
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Disability groups applaud action plan Disability groups have applauded the adoption of a plan that will ultimately lead to a more inclusive Wagga Wagga. The Disability Inclusion Action Plan (DIAP) 2017-2021 was developed by Wagga Wagga City Council following an extensive community engagement process that involved ongoing consultation with advocacy groups, service providers and individuals. Council’s Director Community Janice Summerhayes says the community can be assured that the plan will lead to real change. “This four-year plan gives us a strong strategic direction to be able to provide facilities and services that people living with a disability need to maintain independence and engage with everyday community life,” she said. “With the recent launch of a dedicated accessible change room at the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre and the rollout of increased mobility parking spaces, the impact of DIAP is already evident.” Sarah Manley from service provider The Leisure Company agrees the DIAP was developed with the people it impacts most in mind. “I was very impressed with the work Council put in to the information gathering process. "Meetings conducted highlighted the theme of inclusion, participants of The Leisure Company were active in the planning process and council fully accommodated the needs of each individual”. Gerry Arbuckle, a participant with the The Leisure Company, was also involved in the consultation process.
Public Notices EOI 2018-600 TILED FLOOR REMEDIATION – OASIS AQUATIC CENTRE
Suitably endorsed Expressions of Interest (EOI) marked “EIO 2018-600 Tiled Floor Remediation Oasis Aquatic Centre” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 30th August 2017. Council is seeking solutions to address an issue with the lack of slip resistance to approximately 2,600 square metres of tiles at the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre. EOI will be assessed on a number of criteria. Enquiries should be directed to Mr David Christiansen on 02 6926 9783. This EOI process includes a mandatory site meeting in Wagga Wagga NSW. Registration for the compulsory site meeting can be made to hewson.mark@wagga.nsw.gov. au. A non-refundable fee of $110.00 will be charged for each hard copy of the Specification or specifications at nil cost can be accessed on the following web address: www.tenderlink.com/ wagga
RFQ2018-501 RECOVERY & PURCHASE OF WOOD GWMC
Suitably endorsed Quotations marked “RFQ2018-501 Recovery & Purchase of Wood GWMC” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 30th August 2017.
“It was wonderful to see our suggestions included in the Disability Action Plan,” he said. “It is very rewarding to see these ideas grow into actions, and we feel as though our voice has been heard." The plan identifies a number of actions to be implemented over the four-year period to improve attitudes and behaviours, accessibility and inclusion, meaningful employment options and access to information about available services. These actions include: • Changing language to reflect capability • Applying universal design principles • Increasing awareness • Additional training and resources for Council staff • Conduct audits of access to Council buildings and facilities and complete designs and construction of upgrades as funding permits • Inclusive playspace at Bolton Park precinct • Increase accessible parking options • Provide one fixed and one mobile accessible adult change facilities • Increase number of people with a disability employed at Council towards a 10 per cent target The Disability Inclusion Action Plan links strategically with Wagga View: Community Strategic Plan 2040, a city wide strategy with a vision to make Wagga Wagga a thriving, innovative, connected and inclusive community. wagga.nsw.gov.au/diap
S PR I N G C LE A N FO R BO U R K E S TR E E T TR E E S
TREE TIDY UP: Crews prune one of the large trees down Bourke Street this week, while also repairing parts of the road damaged by tree roots.
This contract is for the collection and purchase of wood from the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre, Wagga Wagga. Quotations will be assessed on a number of criteria. Tenderers are advised that the lowest or any Quotation will not necessarily be accepted. Enquiries should be directed to Mr Geoff Pym on 0429 505 746. A non-refundable fee of $110.00 will be charged for each hard copy of the Specification or specifications at nil cost can be accessed on the following web address: www.tenderlink.com/ wagga
to McNickle Rd, McNickle Rd to Wiradjuri Walking Track at Wagga City Golf Club, Holbrook Rd between Bourke Street and Clifton St, Kimberley Dr at Red Hill Rd, Plumpton Rd between Red Hill Rd and Landsdowne Ave, Lakeside Dr between Norfolk Ave and Lake Albert Rd, Lake Albert Rd at Lakeside Dr, Kooringal Rd between Simkin Cres and Copland St, Copland St at Sutton St. Streets that intersect these roads between the closure points will be closed at the intersections. Date: Sunday 20 August 2017 Duration: 7am to 3.30pm Reason: Wagga Wagga Trail NOTICE OF TEMPORARY Marathon and Mountain Bike Race ROAD CLOSURE Detour: South bound traffic Notice is hereby given under only permitted in Moorong St Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 Service Road, two way traffic of the temporary closing of: permitted in Edward St (West) and Road: Baylis & Fitzmaurice St’s McNickle Rd. Short term delays between Morrow and Johnston on Holbrook Rd. Kimberley Dr St’s, Johnston St, Ivan Jack Dr, detour via Stirling Blvd. Short term Best St, Morrow St, Peter St, delays on Plumpton Rd. Lakeside Morrow St Dr detour via Landsdowne Ave. Date: Sunday 13/08/2017 Short term delays on Lake Albert Duration: 6am to 2pm Rd and Kooringal Rd. Copland St Reason: NSW Cycling Junior Road detour via Sutton St. Championships Detour: As per sign posted routes RFT 2018- 05 SUPPLY
NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing or partial closing of:Road: Moorong St from Olympic Hwy to Flowerdale Rd, Flowerdale Rd from Moorong St to Wiradjuri Walking Track, Edward St (West) from Wiradjuri Walking Track
Contact us p 1300 292 442 e council@wagga.nsw.gov.au w www.wagga.nsw.gov.au a Civic Centre Cnr Baylis & Morrow Sts PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
OF ONE (1) GARBAGE LANDFILL COMPACTING MACHINE
Suitably endorsed Tenders marked “RFT 2018-05 Supply of One (1) Garbage Landfill Compacting Machine” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 13 September 2017. This Contract is a lump sum
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a submission in relation to the abovementioned development should address all correspondence to the Consent Authority to be received prior to 5:00pm on the final day of the exhibition period. If any submission is made by way of objection, the grounds of objection must be specified in the submission. Persons lodging submissions are required to declare political donations (including donations ENVIRONMENTAL of more than $1,000) made in PLANNING & ASSESSMENT the previous two years. For more ACT, 1979 NOTICE OF details, including disclosure form, DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL go to www.planning.nsw.gov.au/ Wagga Wagga City Council has donations. received the following application Persons making written to carry out “Development” under submissions regarding the above the Environmental Planning and development are advised that any Assessment Act, 1979. submission received within the DA17/0434, Electricity Generating submission period will be subject Works (Solar Farm), 16 Jersey St to the Government Information BOMEN NSW 2650, Lot 42 DP (Public Access) Act 2009 and the 1175150, Applicant: Global Solar Privacy and Personal Information Farms Wagga Wagga No 1 Pty Ltd Protection Act (PIPPA) and may Name of Consent Authority: be attached to the final report, in Wagga Wagga City Council its entirety or in part, to Council unless explicitly requested by the The subject application and person making the submission accompanying documentation, may be inspected at the following that they do not wish this to occur. address until the closure of Enquiries: Further details relating exhibition. to the matter can be obtained by contacting the Council’s Submission Period: 14/08/2017 City Development. If you have to 28/08/2017 any enquiries regarding the Where: Wagga Wagga City application, or about making Council, cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga (Customer submission, please telephone City Development on 1300292442. Service Counter). When: 9am to 5pm, Monday to Robert Knight, Friday (except Public Holidays). Any person seeking to make General Manager contract for the Supply of One (1) Garbage Landfill Compacting Machine. Enquiries should be directed to Mr Graeme White on 02 6971 4621 or email white. graeme@wagga.nsw.gov.au A non-refundable fee of $110.00 will be charged for each hard copy of the Specification or specifications at nil cost can be accessed on the following web address: https://www.tenderlink. com/wagga
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If you take a drive down Bourke Street, you might notice something a little different. A total of 94 trees along the road, between Fernleigh and Red Hill roads, were this week given a good prune and tidy up. Fifteen trees were also removed due to poor health and 18 stumps were grinded. The removed trees were replaced with 24 new plantings. More than 100 cubic metres of woodchip was produced from the pruning and removal, with the mulch distributed throughout the traffic islands on Bourke Street. The works are part of Council’s area maintenance program, which targets streets in need of pruning based on traffic or pedestrian use. While Bourke Street was under traffic control, Council crews also took the opportunity to get the jet patcher out to smooth over sections on the side of the road that have been lifted by tree roots. The result? A much smoother, and safer, drive down Bourke Street. The bulk of the works were completed this week, however, crews will be on site on Monday to finish off some minor jobs. Residents and motorists are thanked for their cooperation during this time.
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