Council News #371 - 13 November 2021 by Wagga Wagga City Council

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FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 13 NOVEMBER 2021

Issue No: 371

Weekly information from us to you

night works set to begin The third stage in resurfacing one of Wagga Wagga’s main arterial roads will begin next week, weather permitting. As part of the Lake Albert Road Rehabilitation – Stage 3, a 1.6-kilometre stretch of the road between Warrawong Street and Stanley Street will be resurfaced in two sections, with night works between Fay Avenue and Stanley Street scheduled to start on Tuesday 16 November. Night works on the section between Lord Baden Powell Drive and Warrawong Street are expected to begin at the end of the month. See story on page 2.

Raiders to return to Wagga Wagga in 2022 Wagga Wagga City Council and Canberra Raiders’ commitment to bring the National Rugby League back to the city next year was this week confirmed with the 2022 NRL draw including a premiership game at McDonald’s Park next season. The Raiders will play a round 5 home game against Melbourne Storm in Wagga Wagga on Saturday 9 April 2022, kicking off at 3pm. Tickets will go on sale early next year. Mayor of the City of Wagga

Wagga Cr Greg Conkey OAM said the Raiders’ commitment to bring their third game in four years to Wagga Wagga was a strong reflection of the partnership the club and the city have forged in recent times. “We had to call off the 2020 fixture due to the uncertainty of the pandemic and whilst this year’s game successfully went ahead, there were limited numbers allowed at the ground due to restrictions,” Cr Conkey said. “Full marks to the Raiders and the NRL for sticking with the regions in 2022, and in particular Wagga Wagga. We want to see a capacity crowd next year and to have that happen against the Storm will be a

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huge coup for our city. “Our facilities are top notch … we have done this a few times now and our people, working alongside the Raiders, know how to put on a top show for all residents and visitors who converge on the city for this muchanticipated sporting spectacle. “This is just what we needed after a tough couple of years due to the pandemic.” The game is scheduled for the week before Easter and will be on the first weekend of the NSW school holidays, giving rugby league supporters every opportunity to plan an extended stay in the region. See story on page 2.

Did you know there are more than 90 Council playgrounds in our suburbs and surrounding rural villages across the Wagga Wagga LGA? We’d like to hear from you about our approach to developing new playgrounds, improving existing playgrounds and what you would like to see changed. Help shape the future of our playgrounds. Survey closes Fri 26 Nov 2021.

Visit: wagga.nsw.gov.au/playgrounds

City to host Raiders v Storm NRL clash From page 1. Canberra Raiders CEO Don Furner said the club is looking forward to returning to Wagga Wagga and rewarding their many Riverina supporters with an NRL game in their own backyard. “We all know it’s been a tough couple of years for everyone and we’re sticking to our commitment to bring one of our games to Wagga,” Mr Furner said.

“Everyone needs a morale boost as we come out of restrictions and hopefully we can play our part in that recovery, giving the city a significant event to look forward to as part of the strong relationship we've developed with the region. “A game against the Storm doesn’t get much better … it should be a great game at a great venue

in front of a great crowd. “We will be encouraging all of our Canberra-based members to travel out to Wagga, support the Raiders and make a weekend of it.” Tickets for the match will go on sale early next year. Council will keep the public updated on when and how tickets can be purchased.

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LAKE ALBERT ROAD UPGRADE ON TRACK From page 1. Wagga Wagga City Council Director Infrastructure Services Warren Faulkner said preliminary works on the two 800-metre long sections began in October. “We have completed the kerb and gutter works between Fay Avenue and Stanley Street, so it will be the first section to be resurfaced,” Mr Faulkner said. “This will involve removing the existing pavement by milling it out and replacing it with a new thick layer of asphalt. “We’re still carrying out kerb and gutter repairs and concreting of the parallel parking bays between Lord Baden Powell Drive and Warrawong Street. Once that is finished, we will begin the resurfacing phase on that section.

“Depending on weather conditions, it is expected each 800-metre section of night works will take two weeks, which would see Stage 3 completed before Christmas.” The $4.8 million project is being funded via a $3.6 million grant from the State Government and $1.2 million from Council. Council has engaged Fulton Hogan contractors to undertake the pavement rehabilitation works. During the works, Lake Albert Road will be closed to through traffic at the roadworks site between the hours 6pm to 6am, with no work to occur on Saturday nights. Vehicle access for residents and emergency services within the roadworks will be made available. “We’re undertaking these

road works at night to minimise inconvenience to road users and surrounding residents and for the safety of construction staff working on the site,” Mr Faulkner said. “There will be some noise associated with this work, but every effort will be made to minimise the impact to the residents. “We apologise for any inconvenience this work may cause and appreciate the patience of residents and road users.” The road will be reopened to traffic during the day, with a reduced speed limit in place. Road users are asked to drive to the conditions. For more information, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/projects and follow the link to the Lake Albert Road Rehabilitation – Stage 3 project.

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THIS WEEK:

HANDMADE LOCAL WAGGA POP UP SHOP Mon 1 Nov – Fri 24 Dec, 9am – 5pm

Wagga Wagga Marketplace, Baylis St. E: wallybob@hotmail.com.au

Vacancies Corporate System Analyst

Remuneration: $3,100.50 gpf + super Enquiries: Reece Hamblin on 02 6926 9243 Closing date: Sunday 14 November 2021

Youth Development Officer

Remuneration: $2,851.22 gpf + super Enquiries: Sarah Lehman on 02 6926 9320 Closing date: Monday 15 November 2021

Customer Service Officer

Part-Time Term Contract until 31 March 2023 Fourteen (14) hours per week each Thursday and Friday Remuneration: $909.16 gpf + super based on part-time hours of work Enquiries: Meredith Hester on 02 6926 9102 Closing date: Friday 19 November 2021 Wagga Wagga City Council is an EEO employer

To view these opportunities and apply, visit:

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BARISTA DAMON: POP-UP ESPRESSO BAR Sat 13, Wed 17, Thu 18, & Fri 19 Nov, 7am to 1pm

Thirsty Crow, 153 Fitzmaurice St. Ph: 6921 7470

WAGGA WAGGA ROAD RUNNERS – SATURDAY RUNS Sat 13 Nov, 7.30am

Rawlings Park, Angel St, Lake Albert. waggaroadrunners.com

WOLLUNDRY SATURDAY MARKETS Sat 13 Nov, 8am to 1pm

Civic Centre Precinct, Burns Way. Ph: 0488 102 835

PLANT & GARAGE SALE Sat 13 Nov, 8am

South Wagga Anglican Church, 31 Fernleigh Rd.

RAILWAY OPEN DAY Sat 13 Nov, 10am to 2pm

Cunningdroo St, Ladysmith. Ph: 0458 263 443

AUSTRALIA’S GREATEST INLAND CLASSIC BOAT SHOW & GO Sat 13, Sun 14 Nov, 8am to 6pm

Nelson Dr, Lake Albert. Ph: 0428 649 404

WAGGA WAGGA ART TRAIL Sat 13, Sun 14 Nov,10am to 4pm

Collect map from Wagga Wagga Visitors Centre, Tarcutta St. Ph: 0400 427 612

BOOK LAUNCH: DAVID GREEN – REVISITING YESTERDAY ARRIVING TOMORROW Sat 13 Nov, 11am to 12pm

Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, Morrow St. Bookings: eventbrite.com.au/e/ book-launch-david-greenrevisiting-yesterdayarriving-tomorrowtickets-198079740837 OPEN STUDIO GALLERY Sat 13 Nov, 10am to 3pm

Wagga Art Society Studio, 11 Small St. E: secretary@wwas.net.au GARAGE SALE TRAIL WORKSHOPS Sat 13, Sun 14 Nov

Various locations, garagesaletrail.com.au

THE ABSTRACTED BIRD ART WORKSHOP Sat 13, Sun 14 Nov, 1pm to 4pm

DEMONSTRATION GARDENS – VEGETABLE The Little Yellow House SWAP OR BUY Sat 13 Nov, 9am to 1.30pm Gallery, 41 Thompson St.

Cnr Shaw & Albury Sts. Ph: 0411 417 956 LADYSMITH TOURIST

Ph: 0418 414 455

MIDDLEMOST SATURDAY CRAFTERNOON Sat 13 Nov, 2pm to 5pm

45 Thompson St. Ph: 0423 335 410

MISS WAGGA WAGGA QUEST – MAD HATTER HIGH TEA Sat 13 Nov, 2:00pm to 4:30pm

Wagga RSL Club, Kincaid St. Bookings: eventbrite.com/e/misswagga-wagga-questmad-hatter-high-teatickets-186495642487

Johnston St. Ph: 6921 5391

INTERMEDIATE ART CLASSES WITH LEIGH HEWITT Tue 16 Nov, 6pm to 8pm

The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St. Ph: 6921 5391 ART COLLECTORS PANEL Wed 17 Nov, 6.30pm to 8.30pm

The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St. Bookings: thecuriousrabbit.com.au

TOBY MOBBS LIVE @ WAGGA SOCIAL NETBALL THIRSTY CROW Wed 17 Nov, 10am Sat 13 Nov, 7.30 to 9.30pm Bolton Park Stadium,

The Thirsty Crow, 153 Fitzmaurice St. Ph: 6921 7470

Morgan St. E: caronne@scvella.id.au

The Wagga RSL Club, Cnr Kincaid & Dobbs Sts. Ph: 6921 3624

The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St. Ph: 6921 5391

LIVE GIG AT THE RSL – SPAUL ST Sat 13 Nov, 7.30pm

PRIMARY STUDENT ART CLASSES Wed 17 Nov, 4pm to 5.30pm

DEJA GROOVE AT THE RIVERINA PRODUCERS UNION CLUB HOTEL MARKET Sat 13 Nov, 9.30pm to 1am Thu 18 Nov, 1pm to 6.30pm Union Club Hotel, Baylis

Wagga Wagga Showgrounds, Bourke St. RIVER AND WREN MARKET Ph: 0428 263 297 St, facebook.com/deja. groove.rock

Sun 14 Nov, 10am to 3pm

Wagga Wagga Showgrounds, Bourke St. Ph: 0409 152 187 SUNDAY SIPS BY MECCANICO Sun 14 Nov, 2pm

Meccanico Expresso + Wine, 171 Fitzmaurice St, meccanicowagga.com.au

ART CLASSES WITH LEIGH HEWITT Mon 15 Nov, 6pm to 8pm

THURSDAY TRIVIA Thu 18 Nov, 7.30pm

Thirsty Crow Brewery, 153 Fitzmaurice St. Ph: 69217 470

FRIDAY NIGHT PIZZAS Fri 19 Nov, 5.30pm to 7.30pm

Mates Gully Café, 38 Morrow St. Ph: 6921 4241

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For event organising and The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St. Ph: 6921 5391 promotion support, contact Council’s events unit: SECONDARY STUDENT events@wagga.nsw.gov.au ART CLASSES Tue 16 Nov, 4pm to or 1300 292 442 Mon - Fri. 5.30pm

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Monograph of accomplished Australian artist launched at Art Gallery Wagga Wagga Art Gallery will host the monograph launch of ‘David Green - Revisiting yesterday arriving tomorrow’ today (Saturday 13 November). The book, published by Wagga Wagga author Dr Neill Overton, covers the astounding artistic career of David Green through interviews, images and a biography. Green is a former leading Charles Sturt University academic, and was the

Professor of Visual Arts, Head of School and Campus across the late 1990s and early 2000s. Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Curator Andrew Halyday said Green’s international art career included a major retrospective exhibition at the Art Gallery in 2017, with the monograph showcasing this work. “Professor Green is a prominent figure who played a major role across the local and wider arts community, inspiring his own artistic career,”

Mr Halyday said. “It will be wonderful to revisit the memories of the 2017 exhibition held at the Gallery.” The launch event also includes an artist talk with David Green, hosted by Dr Overton, at 11am. The monograph will be on sale from Saturday in the Art Gallery Shop. The event is free, but bookings are essential and can be made by visiting waggaartgallery. com.au/programs

How do you want our mayor to be elected?

At this year’s Local Government election, voters in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area will be asked to decide whether they want to change the way our mayor is selected. The question, known as a constitutional referendum, will appear on a separate ballot paper at the Saturday 4 December 2021 elections. Currently, the mayor is selected by councillors every two years. Council’s Manager Governance & Risk Ingrid Hensley said the referendum will ask if voters want to elect the mayor themselves, rather than sitting councillors.

“You’ll be asked to vote yes or no, and voting is compulsory,” Ms Hensley said. “If most people vote yes, voters in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area will elect the mayor for a four-year term, starting from the 2024 Local Government elections. “If most people vote no, the mayor will continue to be elected every two years by the councillors. “Either way, Council will continue to have nine councillors.” Ms Hensley said there were pros and cons for either option. “Moving to a popularly-elected mayor would give residents an

opportunity to consider mayoral candidates' policies and vote accordingly,” Ms Hensley said. “Holding a separate mayoral election each election day will, however, add to the cost of the elections.” The additional costs are due to mayoral elections requiring the management of a separate set of nominations and ballot papers, separate counts at each polling place and returning office, and a separate distribution of preferences process. The NSW Electoral Commission estimates the cost of a popularly elected mayor will be approximately $47,000 per election, which will

increase as the number of voters in Wagga Wagga grows and election costs increase. “We’ve included more information as well as some reasons why you might vote either way on Council’s website,” Ms Hensley said. “Our aim is for the community to be able to make an informed decision before election day.” Read more at wagga. nsw.gov.au/elections If you have an enquiry please email election2021@wagga. nsw.gov.au or call 1300 292 442. For more information about the 2021 NSW Local Government elections, visit elections.nsw.gov.au

The Wagga Wagga City Council Constitutional Referendum The Mayor of Wagga Wagga is currently elected every two years by the nine Councillors.

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Do you approve of the direct election of the Mayor by the voters of Wagga Wagga, for a four year term, noting this will result in increased election costs each and every election? This material has been printed, published, distributed and displayed on the authorisation of Peter Thompson, General Manager of Wagga Wagga City Council, 243 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 and printed at Regional Publishers, 19-31 Peter Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650.

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R E P O R T

For the week commencing 15 November 2021, we’ll be mowing in the following locations:

• Glenfield • Humula • Lake Albert • North Wagga Wagga

• Oura • Tarcutta • Tumbarumba Road

ARTIST AT WORK: David Green in his studio. The monograph being launched at the Art Gallery covers his astounding, surreal works from 1983 to 2021.

COUNCIL IN VITING SUBMISSIONS FOR GOL F CEN TR E L ICENCE The opportunity to secure a licence to operate a golfing facility in central Wagga Wagga is now available to businesses or other interested parties. Wagga Wagga City Council will open the Expressions of Interest (EOI) process for the Wiradjuri Golf Centre in Narrung Street on Saturday 13 November, with submissions closing at 3pm on Friday 3 December. The overall site has an area of 11 hectares and is located approximately 1km to the north of the Fitzmaurice Street retail precinct in the city centre. The immediate location includes the Wiradjuri Reserve, Marrambidya Wetland and the Wiradjuri Trail, all situated along the Murrumbidgee River. Council’s Director Regional Activation Michael Keys said the licence opportunity was a chance to take an established business to the next level. “The golf facility is centrally located amongst some of the most popular entertainment and recreational areas of the city,” Mr Keys said. “This is a popular facility with families and the golfing community. It presents an opportunity for a business or individual to come in, make it their

own and promote the centre as a destination for healthy living and sporting activity.” The licensed facility comprises a purpose-built golf facility that includes an 18-hole ‘pitch and putt’ golf course, 15 lane driving range, practice putting green, machinery shed and landscaped surrounds. The prospective licensee will be required to provide facilities to service the site as the existing building has reached the end of its useful life and will be demolished prior to commencement of the licence agreement. Mr Keys said that all submissions will be welcomed and assessed against key criteria including the future vision for proposed use and programs to be offered to the community and how the community in general will benefit from the utilisation of the space. EOI documentation will be available via Council’s community engagement website with submissions closing on Friday 3 December 2021 at 3pm. For more information and to view the submission form go to connect. wagga.nsw.gov.au/wiradjurigolf or contact Council’s Economic Development Officer, Phillip Thompson, on 1300 292 442.

Expressions of Interest Wiradjuri Golf Centre The opportunity to secure a licence to operate this golfing facility in central Wagga Wagga is now available. Located close to the city centre, it features an 18-hole ‘pitch and putt’ golf course and 15-lane driving range. Submissions open from 13 November to 3 December 2021 at 3pm. For further information contact Council’s Economic Development Officer Phillip Thompson: P 1300 292 442 | E council@wagga.nsw.gov.au

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Check your caravan’s safety before hitting the road The easing of restrictions for regional travel has seen a significant rise in the number of caravans back on the roads as holidaymakers make the most of domestic getaways across the state. Wagga Wagga City Council Road Safety Officer Emma Reynolds said the popularity of caravanning has grown 30 per cent since the pandemic started, a statistic which has also increased the potential for more unsafe vehicles on the roads. “Towing a caravan takes more concentration than driving your car as your vehicle becomes much heavier, wider, longer and taller,” Mrs Reynolds said. “It’s harder to move and much harder to stop – so allow extra time and space for all manoeuvres, including overtaking and turning corners.

“Issues with speed and load are common causes of crashes, which often start with a swaying vehicle and that could end with a rollover.” Caravan owners in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area are being offered an opportunity to have their van and vehicle weighed before heading off on their travels. Council is giving away a limited number of vouchers for a Free Caravan Towing Vehicle Check. An approved weighbridge station authorised representative will inform owners of: • Aggregate Trailer Mass (ATM) • Gross Trailer Mass (GTM) • Combined Vehicle Mass (GCM) To enter the draw for a free safety check voucher, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/caravansafety

Public Notices

Melinda Conolly at conolly. melinda@wagga.nsw.gov.au. A non-refundable fee of $155.00 will be charged for each hard copy of the specification or specifications at nil cost can be accessed wagga.nsw.gov.au/ RFT 2022-09 tenders OASIS REGIONAL AQUATIC Peter Thompson CENTRE ENERGY SAVING General Manager Council hereby gives Suitably PO Box 20 endorsed Tenders marked Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 “RFT2022-09 Oasis Energy NORTHERN GROWTH Saving” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until AREA INFRASTRUCTURE CONTRIBUTIONS 2pm Wednesday 8 December Council hereby gives public 2021. notice of the exhibition of This is a Lump Sum Contract for draft Appendix G to the Local the mechanical and electrical Infrastructure Contributions upgrade works at the Oasis Plan for River Road, draft Estella, Regional Aquatic Centre. A Site Meeting is scheduled for 10.30am Boorooma, Gobbagombalin, River Road Development Tuesday 23 November 2021 at the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre Servicing Plan (DSP) Stormwater Addendum and draft River at 50 Morgan Street Wagga Road DSP Sewer Addendum. Wagga. The draft documents will be on Enquiries should be directed exhibition from 17 October 2021 to Council’s Contract Officer Melinda Conolly via email conolly. for a period of 28 days. Council invites public submissions on melinda@wagga.nsw.gov.au A non-refundable fee of $155.00 the draft documents, to be lodged by 29 November 2021. will be charged for each hard Inspection Venue: Wagga copy of the Specification or Wagga City Council, Cnr specifications at nil cost can be Baylis & Morrow Sts, Wagga accessed on the following web Wagga, during the hours of address: vendorpanel.com/ 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday wagga (public holidays excluded) Peter Thompson within the exhibition period. General Manager The draft documents can also PO Box 20 be accessed from Council’s Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 website at wagga.nsw.gov.au/ RFT 2022-08 ANDERSON public or at connect.wagga.nsw. OVAL AMENITIES gov.au/northerngrowtharea. Submission Procedure: UPGRADE Submissions must be in writing Suitably endorsed Tenders marked “RFT2022-08 Anderson and may be delivered to Wagga Wagga City Council, mailed to Oval amenities Upgrade” are the General Manager, emailed invited and will be received to council@wagga.nsw.gov.au by the undersigned until 2pm or made at connect.wagga.nsw. Wednesday 1 December 2021. gov.au/northerngrowtharea. Council is seeking offers from Any submission received within suitably qualified providers the submission period will be for Upgrade of the Anderson subject to the Government Oval Amenities Building. A Site Information (Public Access) Meeting is scheduled for 10am on Tuesday 16 November 2021. Act 2009 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Enquiries should be directed Act (PIPPA) and may be attached to Council’s Contracts Officer

to the final report to Council, in its entirety or in part, unless explicitly requested by the person making the submission that they do not wish this to occur. Any questions relating to the draft documents should be referred to Belinda Maclure on 1300 292 442.

PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE (ATHOL AND TURNER STREET – ROAD REPAIR WORKS

Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Athol Street and Turner Street Date: 09 November 2021 to 19 November 2021 Duration: 7am – 4pm weekdays, weather permitting Reason: Closed for works to reinstate the road pavement. Access to local residential and business traffic only

PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE (LAKE ALBERT ROAD – PAVEMENT REHABILITATION NIGHT WORKS)

Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Lake Albert Road from Stanley Street to Fay Avenue and Lord Baden Powell Drive to Warrawong Street Date: 16 November 2021 to 16 December 2021 Duration: 6pm – 6am weekdays, weather permitting Reason: Closed for works to repair the kerb and gutters, upgrading of the parallel parking bays to concrete where required and renewal of the pavement with asphalt. Access to local residential traffic only.

Peter Thompson, General Manager

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL. PUBLIC NOTICE – PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL REPORTS.

as per Section 418 (3) of the Local Government Act. In accordance with Section 418 (3) of the Local Government Act 1993, Wagga Wagga City Council advises that the Ordinary Council Meeting to be held on 29 November 2021 will include the presentation of the audited Financial Statements and the Auditors Reports for the financial year ending 30 June 2021. A summary of the Financial Statements is provided below: 2021

2020

$'000

Total Income from Continuing Operations

173,099

153,739

Total Expenses from Continuing Operations

131,620

132,779

Operating Result from Continuing Operations

41,479

20,960

Net Operating Result for the year

41,479

20,960

(12,232)

(13,287)

Income Statement

Net Operating Result before Grants & Contributions Provided for Capital Purposes Statement of Financial Position Total Current Assets Total Current Liabilities Total Non-Current Assets Total Non-Current Liabilities Total Equity

92,298

69,871

(53,173)

(44,087)

1,607,214

1,558,211

(63,360)

(65,238)

1,582,979

1,518,757

Other Financial Information Unrestricted Current Ratio (times)

2.54x

2.43x

Operating Performance Ratio (%)

-7.31%

-4.98%

Debt Service Cover Ratio (times)

4.19x

4.56x

5.12%

5.20%

Infrastructure Renewals Ratio (%)

76.93%

131.12%

Own Source Operating Revenue Ratio (%)

60.90%

66.78%

12.78

11.76

Rates & Annual Charges Outstanding Ratio (%)

Cash Expense Cover Ratio (months)

In accordance with Section 420 of the Local Government Act 1993, any person may make a submission in writing to Council with respect to the Council’s Audited Financial Statements or the Auditor’s Reports. Copies of the audited Financial Statements and the Auditor’s Reports may be inspected at: • Civic Centre, Corner of Baylis and Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga • Council’s website – wagga.nsw.gov.au Submissions close one week after the above Public Meeting has been held.

Broken garden hoses go in the red lid bin. Garden hoses are not recyclable, they consist of a variety of materials which are difficult to separate. However, a quick internet search shows lots of garden hose upcycling ideas rather than sending them straight to landfill!

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

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