Council News #209 - 25 August 2018

INSIDE: LEVEE UPGRADE UPDATE, SKATE PARK FOR URANQUINTY + MORE

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FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 25 AUGUST 2018

Celebrating 50 years of the Botanic Gardens Geoff Rapley (pictured right), the first apprentice to work at the Botanic Gardens joined the Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Greg Conkey OAM (left), to plant a tree marking the 50th anniversary of the official opening of the city’s Botanic Gardens.

The Kauri Pine was chosen for its height and longevity; its life span is up to 300 years.

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UNVEILED: (inset) General Manager Peter Thompson, Director Commercial Operations Caroline Angel, Mayor Greg Conkey, Geoff Rapley and Supervisor Horticulture Henry Pavitt at the Botanic Gardens 50th Anniversary tree planting ceremony.

Partnership a boost for freight hub The owner of the biggest freight volume in the region, Visy Logistics, has partnered with Council on the proposed Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics (RiFL) Hub.

Visy Logistics (incorporating Visy Intermodal, Visy Contract Logistics, Visy Global Forwarding and Visy Global Logistics) was established in 2006 to integrate the internal and global supply chains of the Visy Group, a global leader in the packaging, paper, and resource recovery industries with more than 120 sites across Australasia.

Since that time, Visy Logistics has grown in scale, scope and sophistication and now services the requirements of Visy Group and an extensive non-Visy Group Customer base, employing over

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400 staff at 120 sites across Australia, the United States, the United Kingdom and Singapore.

The parties have entered into a Heads of Agreement, which provides Council and Visy Logistics with a framework moving forward.

“We are excited to enter into a partnership with a company that has the size and experience of Visy Logistics,” Council’s General Manager Peter Thompson said.

“The RiFL Hub has the potential to become a transformative piece of infrastructure for Wagga Wagga

and the wider region.

“It will provide a significant and long-lasting benefit to current and future businesses, as well as flow-on effects for the broader community.

“The aim of the Public-Private Partnership is for Visy Logistics to fund the construction of the freight terminal and then operate the freight terminal on a long-term lease.

“Visy Logistics is focused on investing in integrated logistics solutions and enablers, across the

complete supply chain, both locally and internationally,” Executive General Manager of Visy Logistics Sean Richards said.

“Critical to our strategy in Australia is the appropriate and effective deployment of Visy Groups’ critical mass of freight for the purposes of developing an integrated and complementary network of road and rail infrastructure solutions across Australia; and offering these networks and their related services to the general market.”

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COUNCILLOR COLUMN

changing. One observation that I hear often is that the people of Wagga don’t necessarily like change, but once it happens we As someone who was born and raised in get on with it. I think Wagga, I have seen lots this might be close to of changes occur in the the mark.

As a psychologist I city. am in the business of At times it may not change. Helping others always feel like it, but change behaviours, Wagga is constantly

change thoughts, and change how they feel.

As a city Councillor, I’m in the business of navigating change as a representative of the community.

There is significant parallels between change in the individual and change in the city and the challenges that present themselves.

Firstly, we can often feel that life was better back in the day or that our current way of doing something is the best or easiest way, even if it isn’t.

Secondly, we can often feel that change is harder when it is caused by external factors rather than from within.

councillor.hayes@wagga.nsw.gov.au | 0447 231 080 Thirdly, change often creates an unknown outcome and it is easy to think of the worst case scenario or highlight the negatives.

Overcoming these barriers to change on an individual scale can be difficult, even more so when bringing in a change that impacts the whole community. To

overcome the barriers mentioned previously, Council and community members can do some simple things.

Talking to and listening to each other is key to understanding changes and make them work for many.

Be part of the change if you can, help direct it and understand it.

BOTANIC GARDENS MARK 50TH ANNIVERSARY

From front page Cr Conkey said the Botanic Gardens are one of Wagga Wagga’s much-loved community spaces.

“The anniversary is a chance to remember the tireless work that many people have contributed to make the Botanic Gardens the special place we enjoy today,” he said.

“It is without doubt one of the jewels in Wagga Wagga’s crown and the 50th anniversary is the chance to thank everyone for their commitment.”

City of Wagga Wagga Mayoress Jenny Conkey presents Regional Manager of PCYC, Brett Somerville, with the proceeds raised at the successful Mayoress’ Charity Concert. The final figure of $30,500 was announced on Thursday with fundraising proceeds going to Wagga Wagga PCYC and its youth programs. Over 800 people enjoyed the two gala performances featuring 30 talented performers held on 28 July. Looking on at the presentation were (back, from left) Senior Sergeant David Cook, Steven Wait representing major sponsor Thomas Bros, Director Peter Cox, Musical Director David Wall, Master of Ceremonies Peter Casey and Senior Constable Troy Fisher.

Mr T.R.N. Lothian OBE, the President of the Australian Institute of Parks and Recreation and Director of the Adelaide Botanic Gardens, performed the official opening in 1968.

Former and current staff of the gardens joined Wagga Wagga City Councillors and community members at the event held on Friday 24 August.

A Botanic Gardens Family Garden Festival will be held on Sunday 4 November with activities and fun for everyone. wagga.nsw.gov.au/bg50

logistics business and freight load to make the project viable.

A strategic master plan for the 1800-hectare Bomen Business Park site was completed in 2009 and featured the proposed RiFL Hub and the roadworks required to make the project possible.

Works began with the Eunony Bridge Road Deviation project in 2014-15 and were followed by the $35M Bomen Enabling Roads project, which was completed last year.

Tenders have been received and are currently being assessed for the strengthening and widening of the Eunony Bridge.

This will be the final major road link for the project and allow Higher Mass Limit (HML) vehicles to access Bomen Business Park more easily.

“Developing a high productivity freight route for Bomen Business Park has been a priority for Council for a number of years,” Mr Thompson said.

“The opening of the Bomen Enabling Roads was a significant milestone and with the Eunony Bridge works moving forward, the pieces are falling into place as we continue to work closely with Visy Logistics on the proposed freight terminal.”

Uranquinty community to benefit from new skatepark Uranquinty residents can look forward to more community facilities as the planning and construction of a new skatepark gets underway.

Wagga Wagga City Council’s Strategic Recreation Planner Ben Creighton said Uranquinty community members met with Council staff last week and finalised the community’s in-kind contribution to the project.

“The project is a collaboration with the Uranquinty community and we are keen to see the skatepark finished by the end of the year,” he said.

“Working in collaboration is vital to deliver a project that meets the needs of the community and we’ve agreed on a design based on the

DON’T BE A TOSSER!

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Councillor Dan Hayes

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V I S Y LOG I S TI C S PA R TN E R S W ITH CO U N C I L

From front page “RiFL presents a unique opportunity for Visy Logistics to utilise the Visy Group’s volumes for the purposes of enabling the development and realisation of a sustainable and efficient logistics solution, connecting our current and future customers in the Riverina to world markets.”

Council entered into a Framework Agreement with Genesee & Wyoming Australia (GWA) in April last year. During the agreement’s exclusivity period, it became clear to both Council and GWA that the best partner for Council was Visy as it has the

Challenge yourself to look at what opportunities exist with change when all you see is negatives.

And of course, if there are different ways of managing change, I’m always willing to hear them.

available funding.

“It will be located adjacent to the Uranquinty Oval and tennis courts, a convenient setting close to the village’s sporting facilities.”

Paul Olsen, Station Manager at Origin Energy’s Uranquinty Power Station said the company was delighted to be able to chip in with a $20,000 contribution.

“As a member of the local community we’re always keen to support initiatives that add to the well-being of Uranquinty’s residents and we believe this fantastic new facility will make an important contribution to that aim,” he said.

The new skatepark will be similar to the one built at Forest Hill. It’s a modular style, which, when

compared to concrete skateparks, provide greater variety in design made from flexible and impactabsorbing materials, which can help reduce injuries.

The project is a collaboration between the Uranquinty community who contributed in-kind assistance to construction, Wagga Wagga City Council contributed $50,000, Origin Energy contributed $20,000 and another $20,000 was received from the Federal Department of Industry Innovation & Science.

It’s the seventh skatepark in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area, with one at Forest Hill Oval, Chambers Park in Tolland, Henwood Park in Kooringal, Bolton Park in Central, Webb Park in Ashmont and William Street in North Wagga.

Heavy penalties apply.

Leaving your load uncovered is dangerous. Cover it up, do it right.

Report littering from vehicles

wagga.nsw.gov.au/heytosser This project is a NSW EPA Waste Less, Recycle More initiative funded from the waste levy.

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RO BOT S RU LE TH E C I V I C C E NTR E

Despite the cold weather last Saturday there was a great turn out of curious children and families at RoboDay, the final event in the week-long Riverina Science Festival.

Library Manager Claire Campbell said the Civic Centre was buzzing and young imaginations were in overdrive as children and families explored the different robotthemed activities.

“Robots paraded on the catwalk, children experienced virtual and augmented reality, tried the drones, experimented in the robot petting zoo, the 3D print room, the microscope nerve centre and got hands-on manipulating robots around an arena," she said.

“We were thrilled with the response and would like to thank everyone who visited and LEVEE BANK: Wagga Wagga City Council’s Project Coordinator Graham Cox (left) and Senior Project Manager Darryl Woods review plans for the 800m section of new levee bank under construction near the Monumental Cemetery on Kooringal Road.

TIP SHOP BARGAINS

What’s new at the Tip Shop this week?

If you’re looking for a Commodore ute canopy or three rolls of socked subsoil drainage pipe (pictured), then pop down to the shop to nab a bargain.

The Tip Shop is open Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 8am to 4pm.

Don’t forget you can drop off unwanted items in good condition at the shop for free instead of sending them to landfill.

Levee construction at Kooringal Road underway Heavy earthmoving equipment and hard hats are in full view from Kooringal Road this month as construction on a new 800m section of levee bank gets underway near the Monumental Cemetery.

The new section, built with approximately 8000 cubic metres of soil, runs from the Monumental Cemetery to the disused railway line where it will join with the existing levee bank.

Under the plans, the existing levee - directly opposite the Exhibition Centre netball courts - will be reinforced, widened and a 130m concrete spillway built.

Head walls on either side of Copland Street are also under construction. In the event of a major flood additional temporary barriers are locked in to these strong structures to secure the levee.

On completion the entire section of the levee bank will be topped with concrete and become

part of the proposed cycleway network in the city’s Active Travel Plan.

The new section of levee is being constructed in accordance with Wagga Wagga’s 1 in 100year flood planning strategy. It is the final part of Stage 1 of the levee project and is scheduled for completion by December 2018.

Tenders for Stage 2 of the Main City Levee upgrade close soon and will involve just under two kilometres of sheet piling, extension of the concrete retaining wall at Cadell Place and specialised work around the Hampden Bridge site to incorporate the area’s heritage.

This next stage of work will extend from Narrung Street to Copland Street.

For more information about the levee upgrade visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/levee.

participated in RoboDay. “RoboDay concluded the Riverina Science Festival which delivered on its aim to foster excitement about science through hands-on learning opportunities and fun.

“Special thanks to the Riverina Science Hub partners including Charles Sturt University, Macquarie University, Mt Austin High School; Kooringal High School, The Riverina Anglican College, NSW Office of Environment & Heritage, Indigenous Elders, Red Cross, The Brainary, Wagga Wagga City Council’s Community division and Urban Landcare Wagga Wagga.

“Finally, don’t forget the Civic Centre’s walls light up every night with the Riverina Science Festival’s 2018 digital projection animation by local artist Alice Peacock. See it before 5 September.”

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NIGH T ROA D W ORK S IN E A RLY S EP T EMBER

Night roadworks along Kooringal Road are scheduled to start in early September resulting in changed traffic conditions in the area.

As part of an ongoing program to rehabilitate and maintain the local road network, Wagga Wagga City Council has scheduled asphalt heavy patching of Kooringal Road either side of the Marshalls Creek Bridge.

The roadworks will be undertaken at night and will

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THIS WEEK: RIVERINA PRODUCERS’ MARKET

Every Thu, 1pm – 6pm Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke St. Ph: 0428 263 297

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Every Sat, 9am-12pm Community

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result in a complete road closure of Kooringal Road between Forge Street and Copland Street to minimise traffic delays and reduce inconvenience to surrounding businesses.

The road closure will take place from 3 to 7 September between 7pm and 6am. Works are expected to be completed on the morning of Friday, 7 September.

Roadworks will also take place at the Heath Street/Urana Street

intersection and along Lusher Avenue.

Asphalt heavy patching is scheduled along Lusher Avenue in three stages between 7am and 5pm from 27 to 29 August.

There will be a partial road closure but access will remain open to local traffic.

There will also be partial road closure at the Heath Street and Urana Street intersection between 7am and 5pm from 30 to 31 August.

Demonstration Gardens, Cnr Albury & Shaw St. Ph: 0411 417 956

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Every Sat, 9.30am12pm Mates Gully Café, Morrow St. Free Ph: 6921 4241

Sat 25 Aug, 7.30pm Wagga Art Gallery, Cnr Baylis & Morrow St. Ph: 02 6925 3522

MATES GULLY PRODUCE MARKET

WAGGA PARKRUN

Sat 25 Aug, 8am – 11am Apex Park, Lake Albert Rd. parkrun.com.au/wagga

WAGGA WAGGA ROAD RUNNERS SATURDAY RUN Sat 25 Aug, 1pm San Isadore.

Ph: 0428 651 642

FITNESS CAMP

Mon 27 Aug – Fri 31 Aug, 9.30am – 10.15am Bolton Park, Cnr of Morgan & Tarcutta St.

RIVERINA CONSERVATORIUM OF MUSIC CONCERT SERIES: GUITARIFFIC

ARJ BARKER – WE NEED TO TALK

Sat 25 Aug, 8pm – 9pm Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way. Ph: 02 6926 9688

BLOSS RIVERINA AND PREGNANCY LOSS – TRIVIA NIGHT Sat 25 Aug, 7.30pm Gumly Hall, Pioneer Rd. Ph: 0407 928 265

Kyeamba Smith Hall, Wagga Showgrounds, Bourke St. Ph: 0409 152 187

FELT JEWELLERY WORKSHOP

Tue 28 Aug, 1pm – 3pm Art Workshop, Wagga Art Gallery, Cnr Baylis & Morrow St. Ph: 6926 9700

OPERA AUSTRALIA – ‘MADAME BUTTERFLY’

Thu 30 Aug, 7.30pm – 9.30pm Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way. Ph: 6926 9688

EIGHT COURSE FRENCH INSPIRED DEGUSTATION

Fri 31 Aug The Roundabout RIVER AND WREN Restaurant, 82 Tarcutta St. BOUTIQUE MARKETS Ph: 6923 4170 Sun 26 Aug, 10am – 3pm

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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Solar farm development land Wagga Wagga City Council is offering an opportunity to secure a long term lease for solar farming operations in a growing industrial area.

Interested parties are invited to submit their expressions of interest.

For further information Contact Dianne Wright P: 1300 292 224 | E: council@wagga.nsw.gov.au

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Council to crack down on uncovered loads, fines to be issued Wagga residents are being urged to heed the “Don’t be a Tosser” message or face heavy fines in a blitz on uncovered loads between September and December.

Wagga Wagga City Council will target uncovered loads on various days through the four-month period in the Gregadoo, Mitchell and

Ashford roads area.

Updated signage along these access roads to Gregadoo Waste Management Centre are reminding visitors to the centre to cover their load.

Council’s Environmental Education Officer Samantha Parsell advised that Council

rangers will be patrolling the area and heavy fines will be issued. Penalties for uncovered loads range from $250 to $1500.

“Your load must be covered to prevent spilling, leaking or escaping. Waste is not just rubbish or unwanted items, it also includes excavated material, such

as dirt, sandstone, soil and vegetation,” Ms Parsell said.

“Once litter has blown from vehicles and trailers it creates an untidy streetscape for the local residents and can cause damage to Council and private infrastructure.

"Larger items can also cause serious roadside

accidents that can be fatal.”

More than 160 cargo covers have been given away to tip users who didn’t have a cover at the Free Tip day in May. This provided users with the tools to do the right thing.

Ms Parsell said residents can also report offences of

TREE R E M OVA L

FAST-PACED GAME HEADING TO CIT Y Wagga Wagga basketball fans will experience the fastpaced urban style 3X3 game for the first time in the city later this year when a round of the National Summer Series is played.

The Champions League Basketball 3X3 promotional van rolled into Wagga on Tuesday (August 21) to check out the Wagga Beach precinct before the three-day event between 16-18 November.

The event is being supported by Wagga Wagga City Council.

The Wagga Beach area will come alive with a party atmosphere of “three on three” sports action, music, food and family fun. Two mobile 3X3 half courts will be

set-up for the games.

Council’s Strategic Recreation Officer Peter Cook said it was an opportunity for the city to secure a sporting event new to the area.

“This three-day event is a major coup for the city,” Mr Cook said.

“We’re expecting more than 1000 spectators. Many of them will be visitors to the city in addition to local residents. A sports event of this magnitude brings many economic and social benefits.”

Wagga Heat captain Zac Maloney is excited about the sport’s future in Wagga and district and said 3X3’s highenergy style engages young players.

Public Notices

Lot 48 DP 1142732 Applicant: Catholic Schools Office Wagga Wagga Name of Consent Authority: Wagga Wagga City Council The proposal is Integrated NOTICE OF Development.

DEVELOPMENT Approvals required:PROPOSAL Approval under (Section Wagga Wagga City 100B of the Rural Fires Act Council has received the 1997). The Approval Body following application to is NSW Rural Fire Service. carry out “Development” The subject application, under the Environmental Statement of Planning and Assessment Environmental Effects Act, 1979. and accompanying DA18/0050, Demolition documentation, may be of Craft Hall building at inspected at the following Wagga Showground address until the closure of (Heritage Item), Wagga exhibition on 10/09/2018.

Wagga Show Ground 26 Where: Wagga Wagga Bourke St TURVEY PARK City Council, cnr Baylis and NSW 2650, Lot 1 DP Morrow Streets, Wagga 62738, Applicant: Wagga Wagga Wagga (Customer Service Show Society Incorporated Counter) or online via the link:- https://eservices.

Name of Consent wagga.nsw.gov.au/ Authority: Wagga Wagga exhibitiondocs City Council When: 9am to 5pm, DA18/0388, Upgrade to Monday to Friday (except existing animal boarding Public Holidays). or training establishment Exhibition documents are to include covered arena only available between with viewing areas and Submission Period: amenities, 1103 Oura Rd 27/08/2018 to 10/09/2018.

EUNANOREENYA NSW Any person seeking 2650, Lot 2 DP 625977, to make a submission Applicant: Jenni Ann in relation to the Riethmuller abovementioned Name of Consent development Authority: Wagga Wagga should address all City Council correspondence to the INTEGRATED Consent Authority to be DEVELOPMENT received prior to 5pm Wagga Wagga City on the final day of the Council has received the exhibition period. If any following application to submission is made by carry out “Development” way of objection, the under the Environmental grounds of objection Planning and Assessment must be specified in the Act, 1979. submission.

DA18/0379, Demolition Persons lodging & construction of four submissions are required classrooms, Mater Dei to declare political Catholic Primary School donations (including 63 Gregadoo Rd LAKE donations of more than ALBERT NSW 2650. Part $1000) made in the

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

“It’s fast, it’s exciting and it brings a whole new dynamic to the sport. Wagga will love it,” Zac said.

He said Wagga Heat and Wagga Blaze men’s and women’s teams will be keen to play.

CLB General Manager Matthew Hollard was impressed with the Wagga Beach precinct and is confident 3X3 will be a hit with players and spectators.

“It’s a fantastic opportunity for all levels of players – elite to the grassroots - to get involved,” Mr Hollard said.

“What I’m seeing in Wagga is just perfect for an event this SLAM DUNK: (From left) Council’s Strategic popular. Wagga Beach suits Recreation Officer Peter Cook, Wagga Heat the atmosphere of our sport.” representative basketball captain Zac Maloney and CLB General Manager Matthew Hollard.

previous two years. For more details, including disclosure form, go to www.planning.nsw.gov.au/ donations.

Enquiries: Further details relating to the matter can be obtained by contacting the Council’s Development Services. If you have any enquiries regarding the application, or about making submission, please call City Development on 1300 292 442.

Road: Lusher Ave Date: Monday 27 August - Wednesday 29 August 2018 Duration: 3 days, weather permitting Reason: Undertake Asphalt Heavy Patching works

PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE KOORINGAL ROAD NIGHT WORKS

Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Kooringal Road, Suitably endorsed between Forge Street & Tenders marked RFT Copland Street 2019-14 Green Waste Processing are invited and Date: Monday 3 - Friday 7 will be received by the September 2018 undersigned until 2pm Duration: 7pm – 6am Wednesday 19 September Reason: Undertaking 2018. The contract is asphalt heavy patching a schedule of rates works either side of contract for the provision Marshalls Creek Bridge. of services to process green waste to mulch at PROPOSED Council’s Gregadoo Waste TEMPORARY Management Centre, ROAD CLOSURE Ashford’s Road Wagga HEATH STREET Wagga. Tenders will be Notice is hereby given assessed on a number under Roads Act 1993 of criteria. Tenderers are Part 8 Division 4 of the advised that the lowest temporary closing of: or any Tender will not Road: Heath Street necessarily be accepted.

Date: Thursday 30 Enquiries: Geoff Pym on August - Friday 31 0429 505 746.

August 2018 A non-refundable fee Duration: 7am - 5pm, of $110.00 will be weather permitting charged for each hard copy of the Specification Reason: Undertake or specifications at nil Asphalt heavy patching cost can be accessed works from www.tenderlink.com/ PROPOSED ROAD wagga.

RFT 2019-14 GREEN WASTE PROCESSING

CLOSING UNDER PROPOSED SECTION 38B TEMPORARY ROAD ROADS ACT 1993 CLOSURE - LUSHER In pursuance of the AVE provisions of the Roads Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of:

Act 1993, notice is hereby given that Wagga Wagga City Council

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waste being thrown or blown from a vehicle. Fines can then be issued to the owner of the vehicle if proven.

Details on how to make a report can be found at the NSW EPA’s website. The blitz on uncovered loads is being funded through a grant from the NSW EPA.

proposes to close the Council public road listed in Schedule 1.

Schedule 1: • Part Webb Street, Bomen at Wagga Wagga located at the eastern end of Webb Street adjoining Lot 52 DP 862255 approaching the intersection with Dorset Drive. Upon closure of the road, Council intends to sell the land to an adjoining land owner.

All interested persons are hereby invited to make submissions concerning the proposal to the General Manager, Wagga Wagga City Council, PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 or emailed to council@wagga.nsw.

A large tree in Wagga’s Victory Memorial Gardens has been identified as a public safety concern and will be removed next week.

Decay and internal rot in the sugar gum tree has compromised its integrity.

Work on removing the tree is scheduled to start on Thursday 30 August.

The tree is located in a picnic area of the gardens along the lagoon edge.

Removal of the tree is a preventative measure to ensure the safety of people who use the gardens.

Wagga Wagga City Council will replace the tree with red gum trees.

Another large tree in the Civic Precinct will be trimmed on Wednesday 29 August.

gov.au, within twenty eight days of the date of this advertisement.

Please note that under the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009, such submissions may be referred to third parties for consideration. Once the submission period is completed, Wagga Wagga City Council will consider all duly made submissions before deciding whether to continue with the road closure proposal.

Council Ref: Webb Street Enquiries: Kristyanna Irwin Telephone: 1300 292 442 For the General Manager, WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL

EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - ASHMONT PRESCHOOL LEASE

Wagga Wagga City Council invites expressions of interest from suitable early childhood education providers for the leasing of Ashmont Preschool, 2 Moxham Street, Ashmont.

Details can be obtained by emailing council@wagga. nsw.gov.au or contact Dianne Wright 1300 292 442.

Closing date: Monday 3 September 2018.

Peter Thompson, General Manager

vacancies PLANT OPERATOR (ROLLER) Remuneration: $1,846.02 gpf + super Enquiries: Michael Hann - 02 6971 4613 or 0408 093 729 Closing Date: Monday, 27 August 2018 LIBRARY PROGRAMS OFFICER - PROGRAMS & PROMOTIONS Remuneration: $2,141.96 gpf + super Enquiries: Christine Bolton - 02 6926 9710 Closing Date: Monday, 3 September 2018 SENIOR ENGINEER (STRATEGY) Remuneration: $3,745.92 gpf + super Enquiries: Peter Ross - 02 6926 9647 Closing Date: Monday, 17 September 2018

To view these opportunities and apply, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/jobs

Wagga Wagga City Council is an EEO employer

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