Council News WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL
FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 25 JULY 2015
Issue 54
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POSITIVE PLANS: Looking forward to a strengthened relationship between Wagga Wagga City Council and the Rex are (from left) Mayor Rod Kendall, Rex Group’s General Manager of Engineering Dale Hall and Council’s General Manager Phil Pinyon.
HANGAR PLANS TAKE OFF Council, Rex partnership reaches new heights Wagga Wagga City Council and Regional Express (Rex) have agreed to terms for the proposed lease of the Douglas Aerospace hangar.
Douglas Aerospace Pty Ltd entered voluntary administration in May and Council was a creditor of the aircraft maintenance company for more than $2 million. While in administration, Council has been in negotiations with Rex and Douglas Aerospace and its creditors on ways forward for the aircraft painting and refurbishment business. At a meeting on 7 July, creditors voted in favour of a Deed of Company Arrangement (DOCA) to terminate the sub-lease with
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Douglas Aerospace, for Council to acquire plant and equipment for sale to Rex, and distribution of funds held by the administrator to creditors. The DOCA came into effect on 16 July and Douglas Aerospace is now out of administration. A Terms Sheet (commercial in confidence) has also been agreed to and outlines the process and commercial terms for a 20-year lease of the hangar to Rex and foresees the Douglas Aerospace business to be overseen by the Rex Group. General Manager of Engineering for the Rex Group Dale Hall described the agreement as a logical move for the company. “Within the Rex Group we have a fleet of 98 aircraft, including 52 Saab 340 of passenger
aircraft,” he said. “On average we will paint about seven of the Saab fleet every year – that to us is a business cost. “We hope it will reduce our costs and keep that cost within our own group, which is what we tend to do with a lot of our business. “Hopefully it will also be a business opportunity for our group.” Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall echoed Mr Hall’s comments, saying the announcement will only strengthen the relationship between Council and Rex. “Council very much values the partnerships with Rex over many years and their investments in the local economy,” he said. “This latest involvement by Rex in the aircraft painting and refurbishment business
at the airport is further demonstration of the outstanding and unwavering commitment by Rex for our community and we all owe Rex a debt of gratitude for continuing to invest in Wagga Wagga. “I call on all local residents to give Rex our fullest support in this endeavour.” Council is now required to undertake a number of improvements and rectification works on the hangar prior to the lease arrangement as a pre-condition for entering into the lease with Rex. “Council’s focus now is to undertake the remaining works necessary at the hangar so that this new venture can realise its true potential of being one of the two most significant aircraft painting facilities in Australia,” Cr Kendall said.
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Meet Kip
This week’s pet of the week is Kip, a female collie cross who’s about one year old. This little girl is a very cute and would make a great companion for almost anyone. She really is a gentle girl and would make a great addition to a family with a medium to large back yard with solid high fences. Kip is looking for an active family so she can get her exercise every day. Kip can be adopted $323.40, which would include vaccinations, desexing, worming, microchipping, lifetime registration and a vet check. You can meet Kip and her buddies at the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter from Monday to Saturday between 1pm to 4.15pm. For further information, contact the friendly Animal Management Rangers on 6971 4651 or visit www.rescuerex.webs.com.
BUSY BEES: The Museum of the Riverina has farewelled the last of a group of volunteers originally from the Wagga Wagga Historical Museum. The group included (from left) Colin Carlin, Jim Everett (deceased), Walter Sheaffe (dec), Clarrie Koetz (dec) and Jack Ellis. Not pictured are Eric Carpenter, Ron Kolhagen, Keith LeLievre (dec), Ray Schache and Wes Cooney.
Long-serving volunteers farewelled from Museum
The Museum of the Riverina has farewelled the last of its “busy bees” after many years of selfless dedication to the Botanic Gardens site. A small but industrious group of eager volunteers has been volunteering at the site every Wednesday morning since 2001 when Council took over and reopened the Botanic Gardens site.
The volunteers were previously involved with the Wagga Wagga Historical Museum and have painted, repaired, swept, pruned and more to keep the site looking shipshape. Sadly, the last two remaining ‘bees’ have decided to retire after more than a decade of selfless service to the community and the museum.
mobile library timetable Uranquinty Monday July 27, 3.30pm – 5pm Ladysmith Thursday July 30, 1.30pm – 2.15pm Ph: (02) 6926 9771
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HANDY TIPS: Ron from Ashmont found it easy to fill out the online survey with help from Council’s Waste Management Officer Kylie Crouch.
Last chance to be a part of Tipping Point
Council is currently collecting feedback on a range of existing and potential waste services and you only have another week or so to return your survey. If you haven’t received your Tipping Point survey in the mail
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contact Council on 1300 292 442 or complete it online at wagga.nsw.gov.au/tippingpoint. The feedback Council collects now will help inform the next kerbside waste collection service and any enhancements
to other services such as the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre. Everything is up for discussion and if you return your survey by Friday 3 August 2015 you’ll go in the draw to win one of five iPad minis.
• Eat Local Thursday: 2.30-6.30pm Thursday 30 August, MTC • Gelston Park Community Meeting: 5.30pm Wednesday 29 August, Gelston Park Community Garden
NAT IONAL TREE DAY
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YOU ARE IN V I T ED TO JOIN US FOR NAT IONAL TREE DAY Wagga Wagga City Council and Wagga Wagga Urban Landcare are celebrating National Tree Day by hosting a free community planting event. This initiative will connect parcels of native vegetation in our city to improve biodiversity and enhance our natural areas. WHERE: 36 Clifton Street, Hilltop WHEN: Sunday 26 July, 10am - 12pm
FREE EVENT For more information: 1300 292 442 Volunteers should wear sturdy and enclosed footwear, weather appropriate clothing and if possible bring along a pair of gardening gloves.
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Hume Bank on board for 2015 Waggafest
WORTHY RECIPIENT: Mayor Rod Kendall presents Charles Sturt University student Natasha Fisher with the Wagga Wagga City Council Scholarship recently.
Scholarship awarded
Charles Sturt University student Natasha Fisher says she is now even more motivated to become a paramedic after being awarded this year’s Wagga Wagga City Council Scholarship. Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall attended the ceremony held recently at the Wagga campus and presented Ms Fisher with her scholarship. Ms Fisher said the scholarship will allow her to concentrate on becoming a paramedic and was thankful for the support from Council and CSU. “Having financial troubles brushed away thanks to this scholarship, I can
fully focus on my studies and follow my dream,” she said. “Thank you to Wagga Wagga City Council for supporting me. “I promise when I reach my goal of becoming a paramedic I will do my best and give back to the Wagga Wagga community.” The CSU Foundation Trust awarded 273 scholarships and prizes to a value of more than $1 million at this year’s ceremonies – 60 per cent of these were awarded to students with a low socio economic status, 15 per cent to students originating from rural and remote areas, and 11 per cent to Indigenous students.
Wagga Wagga City Council is pleased to announce Hume Bank has again thrown its support behind Wagga Waggafest Short Film Competition – and there are more sponsorship opportunities available. Hume Bank has earned naming rights for the Best Overall Film category for the second year in a row, which means the winning filmmaker will take home a $2500 prize. Charles Sturt University has also donated a $1000 for the best entry from a CSU student or teacher, pushing the total prize pool out to more than $6000. Wagga businesses now have the opportunity to help foster local talent by sponsoring one of the remaining five other categories – Young Filmmaker, Best Wagga Visual, Best Wagga Story, Best Original Score and the People’s
Choice Award. “Hume Bank is proud to support Waggafest, which is all about telling our community’s unique stories,” Hume Bank’s Regional Mananger Justin Rynehart said. “We see this as an opportunity to invest in our community as well as celebrate the best of Wagga.” Waggafest has already had a huge 2015, including the sold-out Winter School short-film animation workshops held in the July school holidays. Focusing on the 2015 theme “the best is yet to come”, Waggafest organisers also handed the community’s kids pencils and paper on Australia Day to let them create this year’s promotional material. Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall said Waggafest is celebrating its fifth year in 2015 and past winners
have gone on to garner national acclaim. “Whether you’re eight or 80, Waggafest gives everyone the opportunity to pick up a video camera or even just their smartphone and tell their Wagga story,” Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall said. “Last year’s winning film was even screened in Federation Square in Melbourne.” Any businesses interested in sponsoring a prize for this year’s Waggafest can call 6926 9194 or email media@wagga.nsw.gov.au for more information and to get a sponsorship pack. Entries for this year’s Waggafest close on 30 August. For more information on the competition or to view past winning entries for inspiration, visit wagga.nsw.gov. au/waggafest.
Wagga Waggafest award categories • Hume Bank Best Overall Film - $2500: This is awarded to the film that achieves the best overall score from our three judges. To win this your film has got to be seriously good. • Charles Sturt University Award - $1000: This award recognises the most outstanding film submitted by a Charles Sturt University student or staff member • Young Filmmaker - $500 or a prize of similar value: This is awarded to the best film made by someone under the age of 18 • Best Wagga Story - $500 or a prize of similar value: This special prize is based on the “Wagganess” of the film. Stories that really
capture the ‘vibe’ of our community. • Best Wagga Visual - $500 or a prize of similar value: This prize awards exceptional cinematography or animated imagery. • Best Original Score - $500 or a prize of similar value: This prize recognises the best original music or sound effects in a film. • People’s Choice Award - $500 or a prize of similar value: After the Gala Screening night, all the finalists’ films will be made available at this website. It is then up to the public to vote for their favourite film. Whoever gets the most votes wins.
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ANY IDEAS?
Do you have the perfect name for the Botanic Gardens Zoo’s newest (and cutest) addition? Send your ideas to: councilnews@wagga.nsw.gov.au by 7 August 2015
THIS WEEK:
MISS WAGGA WAGGA QUEST ENTRANTS TRIVIA NIGHT
Sat 25 July The official launch of the 2016 Miss Wagga Wagga Quest entrants’ fundraising events for our local charities. A fun and entertaining night of trivia including awesome games and many prizes. Commercial Club, Gurwood Street. Ph: 0434 236 644
EVANESCENT: JOSHUA THOMAS AND CHIU YIN TSANG
Sat 25 July to Sun 2 August Evanescent is a series of rural landscape photographs that present themselves as our last example of failed environmental activism. E3 art space, Civic Centre, cnr Baylis and Morgan Streets. Ph: 6926 9660
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Temporary Project Officer - Spatial Analyst Two (2) Year Term Contract Remuneration: Min $1,186.92 gpw + super Enquiries: Liz Rankin - 6926 9517 Closing Date: Friday 7 August 2015
Manager Commercial Businesses Enquiries: Grant Johnson - 6926 9212 Closing Date: Monday 10 August 2015
Sat 25 July 9am – midday A community bake sale fundraising for White Ribbon. Come purchase some baked treats, have a hot drink and dessert at the café and cupcake decorating for kids. Wagga Wagga Baptist Church, 154 Tarcutta Street. Ph: 0408 649 566
TRIBUTE TO THE ANZACS WAGGA WAGGA
Sat 25 July 2pm - 4pm Free event. Our team of contemporary veterans and Families of Fallen soldiers are traversing the country running 65km a day for 65 days, raising funds and awareness to support our wounded Australian soldiers. The Roll of Honour (Afghanistan) is being escorted on this full journey by Parents of Fallen soldiers. Come and see the Kapooka Army Band, meet the team and join us for a BBQ, face painting and photo
Public Notices
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NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Baylis St, Morgan St Date: Tuesday 4 August 2015 Duration: 4pm to 5pm Reason: Town and Gown Parade Detour: As per signs
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NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Roads: Baylis and Fitzmaurice St from Johnston St to Morgan St and Morgan St from Baylis St to Berry St. Date: Saturday 1 August 2015 Duration: 7am to 12:15pm Reason: Exercise of Freedom of the City by RAAF Wagga Wagga Detour: Best St, Ivan Jack Dr, Gurwood St or Johnston and Tarcutta St
Freedom of Entry to the City Parade
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11AM SATURDAY 1st AUGUST - BAYLIS ST, WAGGA WAGGA Come along and celebrate RAAF Base Wagga’s 75 proud years of service to the ADF and the Wagga Wagga community, as Base personnel conduct a Freedom of Entry to the City of Wagga Wagga parade on Saturday 1 st August. Weather and availability permitting, flypasts by an Air Force C-17 Globemaster and PC-9/A aircraft in formation will take place over the parade.
NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Docker St Date: 28 - 29 July 2015 Duration: 2 days Reason: Road Repairs
PROPOSED ROAD CLOSING
Under Section 35 of the Roads Act 1993, notice is given that the Minister for Lands and Water will consider the closing of a road in connection with a road closing application proposed by Council. Council (acting on behalf of the Minister) will receive submissions regarding the proposal. All submissions received will be referred to the Minister’s delegate for a decision regarding the proposed road closing. The road under consideration comprises part of a Council unnamed and unformed public road to the north of Lot 28
Enquiries: RAAFBaseWagga75th@defence.gov.au or phone 02 6937 4111
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
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displays. Victory Memorial Gardens, cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets. Ph: 0432 676 114 ANDRÉ RIEU’S 2015 MAASTRICHT CONCERT Sat 25 & Sun 26 July 2pm Tickets $40. As part of a worldwide cinema event, a magnificent concert by the most popular classical music artist will be delivered via satellite to over 120 cinemas across Australia and New Zealand. Forum 6 Cinemas, 77 Trail Street. Ph: 02 9660 6969
RCM 2015 CONCERT SERIES MUSIC FROM SWEDEN
Sun 26 July 3pm This romantic program will feature music by Wirren & Svendsen. Riverina Conservatorium of Music, College Avenue. Ph: 6925 3522
NATIONAL TREE DAY
Sun 26 July 10am - 12pm Council and Wagga Wagga Urban Landcare invite residents to participate in a community planting event. Please wear sturdy and enclosed footwear, a sun hat, weather appropriate clothing and bring along a pair of gardening gloves. 36 Clifton Street, Hilltop. Ph: 1300 292 442
WAGGA AGRICULTURAL CLUB WOMEN IN AG DAY: BRUNCH WITH A VIEW
Sun 26 July 9am - 12pm Cost: Students $30, Non-Students $40. Brunch, guest speakers, networking and an interactive workshop. The event is in aid of white ribbon, supporting domestic violence victims and survivors. Wagga Wagga Country Club, 57 Plumton Road. Ph: 0473 022 891
SUNDAY DRIVE LUNCHEON SERIES Sun 26 July 12pm pickup and 3.30pm return.
DP 1120032 and south of Lot 89 DP 1207262 and extending west of Hazelwood Drive, Forest Hill. Upon partial closure of the road Council intends to vest the land in the Crown for disposal action to be taken by the Crown. All interested persons are invited to make submissions concerning the proposal to the General Manager, Wagga Wagga City Council, PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga, NSW, 2650 or email to council@wagga.nsw.gov.au within twenty-eight (28) days of the date of this advertisement. Regarding the provisions of the Government Information (Public Access) Act, information contained in such submissions may, at the discretion of Wagga Wagga City Council and NSW Department of Primary Industries (Lands) be referred to the person(s) who initiated the proposal for appropriate consideration. Council Ref: RC15/02 Enquiries: Land & Real Property Coordinator, Dianne Wright Email: council@ wagga.nsw.gov.au Phone: 1300 292 442
RFT 2015/026 PROVISION OF AN INTEGRATED TRANSPORT STRATEGY
Suitably endorsed Tenders marked “RFT 2015/026 Provision of an Integrated Transport Study” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2.00pm Wednesday 12th August 2015. Contact: Liz Rankin 1300292442. Email rankin.liz@wagga.nsw.gov. au Specifications at nil cost can be accessed on the following web address: www.tenderlink.com/wagga Phil Pinyon General Manager PO Box 20 Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
RFT 2015-028 SEWER REHABILITATION KOORINGAL & ASHMONT
Suitably endorsed Tenders marked “RFT 2015/028 – Sewer Rehabilitation Kooringal & Ashmont” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 12th August 2015 2015. This contract is a lump sum tender for the rehabilitation of sections of gravity sewer main in various
Indulge in a three course meal cooked by local chefs and enjoy local entertainment, wine, beer and cider tasting. Cost: $65 includes lunch, return travel to the CBD and a $10 drink voucher. Borambola Wines, Sturt Highway, 25 minutes east of Wagga Wagga. Ph: 0404 084 657
BACK TO BROADWAY - SILVER CIRCLE 2015 Thurs 30 July 11am Romantic music, colourful costumes, a time when huge stage productions featured a chorus of dancers and singers. Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way, off Tarcutta Street. Ph: 6926 9688
CRAFTALIVE
Fri 31 to Sun 2 August 10am - 5pm DIY products, craft supplies, homewares and creative workshops to inspire young and old. Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke Street. Ph: 03 9682 5133
THE AIRFORCE BAND - 100 YEARS OF THE ANZAC
Fri 31 July 7.30pm Hosted by RAAF Base Wagga, the Air Force Band will be preforming a commemoration concert to mark 100 Years of ANZAC and celebrate the 75th Anniversary of RAAF Base Wagga. This concert is a free community event, however bookings are essential. Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way, off Tarcutta Street. Ph: 6926 9688
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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 go to: visitwagga.com or call 1300 100 122. locations around Kooringal and Ashmont. Tenders will be assessed on a number of criteria. Tenderers are advised that the lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. Enquiries should be directed to Mr Shane McDermott on 02 69714643. 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 tenderlink.com/wagga
OPERATION OF BOARDING HOUSES Within the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area there is a range of accommodation types. Included in these accommodation types are premises that Council considers to be boarding houses. Boarding houses are buildings, including dwellings, where lodgings are let out on a per room basis (as opposed to a single lease over a dwelling) for periods of three (3) or more months. Development consent is required to operate a boarding house. In recent times Council has received complaints that there are boarding houses in the city operating in dwellings without consent. As people may not have been aware for the need for consent, Council is currently holding an amnesty period, where people can self-report their unapproved boarding houses and lodge a Development Application to seek consent. During this amnesty period Council will waive all Development Application fees associated with an application for a boarding house. The amnesty period is for 12 months commencing February 2015 and will end on 29 February 2016. At the end of the amnesty period Council will commence actively pursuing boarding houses operating without consent, which may result in fines for operators of such premises. If you have any queries in relation to this program, please do not hesitate to contact Council’s Planning and Regulatory Services Directorate on 1300 292 442.
Phil Pinyon GENERAL MANAGER
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