Council News #365 - 2 October 2021 by Wagga Wagga City Council

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FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 2 OCTOBER 2021

Issue No: 365

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TAKE THE CIT Y CENTRE SURVE Y!

GET INVOLVED: Director Regional Activation Michael Keys and Senior Strategic Planner Crystal Atkinson encourage the community to give their feedback on Wagga Wagga's city centre.

Help us shape the future of your city: take the survey An exciting opportunity is now open for the community to get involved in the future of Wagga Wagga’s city centre.

Wagga’s city centre. This information will be used to develop the CBD Master Plan in 2022. Council is conducting this research to find out what kind of city centre the community wants as Wagga Wagga Wagga Wagga City continues to grow and Council has this week develop. (Monday 27 September) Director Regional opened a survey Activation Michael Keys seeking community said the survey would feedback on Wagga essentially focus on

the future of Wagga Wagga’s economic hub, the city centre. “We want to know what people want in their city centre … what makes a difference to their experience and what makes them want to come back,” Mr Keys said. “We’ve partnered with Place Score, an expert team of social researchers, to conduct this survey

of our residents and businesses. “You can complete the five-minute survey online or face-to-face with one of Place Score’s local representatives. “The community’s responses will help us focus on key areas and improvements in the development of our CBD Master Plan, which will guide development in our city’s centre for decades to come.”

Mr Keys said community feedback would be an essential component of developing the CBD Master Plan. “We want to involve the community from the start of this project,” Mr Keys said. “This survey will be an opportunity to provide initial thoughts. This will help our team create a brief to source the consultants that will

Wagga Wagga City Council’s Reusable Products Rebate

Say yes to reusable products Discover how good it feels to send less to landfill.

Join our online Going Green Workshops to see the many reusable options you have. You can even get up to $100 back on your new purchases with our rebate. Mon 11 Oct | 6pm: Reusable Menstrual Product workshop Wed 13 Oct | 6pm: Reusable Cloth Nappy workshop Register: wagga.nsw.gov.au/reusableproductsrebate

ultimately work on the CBD Master Plan. “The master plan will set out the vision and characteristics of our CBD, including public art and infrastructure as well as planning controls and guidelines for future development. “It will involve business and residential spaces, public open spaces and how we plan to improve that over time for everyone’s benefit.

“Wagga Wagga is a regional centre – the heart of the Riverina – and having a vibrant, active and growing CBD forms part of the longterm framework for the future of not only the city, but the region as well.” The City Centre Survey will be open from Monday 27 September to Friday 29 October 2021. Have your say at placescore.org/wagga

Council extends deadline SUCCESS OF ONE TREE FOR ME SEEDLING GIVEAWAYS IN 2021 for New Year’s Eve EOIs

Council has extended the deadline for expressions of interest (EOI) for event organisers or groups to host the city’s New Year’s Eve celebrations for 2021 and 2022. The expressions of interest now close midnight Wednesday 6 October 2021. Director Community Janice Summerhayes said the one week extension would allow event organisers extra time to complete their submissions and give other interested parties time to apply. “We’ve been contacted by a number of interested parties, and we’re hoping that the extra time will give people who weren’t going to make the first deadline the chance to get their submission in,” Ms Summerhayes said. “It’s certainly worth the effort – we have $54,000 of funding available for interested event organisers to plan and host the 2021 New Year’s Eve event.”

The NSW Government’s ‘Roadmap to recovery’ announcement earlier this week provides organisers with a clearer pathway to plan larger-scaled events coming out of the latest COVID-19 restrictions. “Given the challenges faced by event organisers and businesses over the past two years, we’re very happy to use this opportunity to support the industry, and at the same time support a fun, familyfriendly and COVID-safe event for our community to enjoy this New Year’s Eve,” Ms Summerhayes said. “We’re looking for a communityfocused event with a wide audience appeal that gives our residents a well-deserved chance to come together and celebrate.” For further information please contact Events Officer Sally Manning on 6926 622 or email events@wagga.nsw.gov.au For more information visit wagga. nsw.gov.au/nye

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Glenfield Road Animal Shelter does not have a Pet of the Week this week. That’s great news because it means we have low numbers of dogs and cats needing a new adopted home. We do consider this time as the “quiet before the kitten season storm” … and it comes as a reminder to desex your pets! Desexing not only prevents unwanted litters but also has many health benefits for both genders. It can also help stop animals straying which, in turn, prevents injury from being hit by cars, jumping fences and

dog attacks. Kittens and puppies are pretty cute but carry a lot of responsibilities. Did you know if you have a unexpected litter, you have to get the kittens or puppies microchipped before you give them away or sell them?

Also when you desex your dog before 6 months of age, and your cat before 4 months of age, you receive a reduced lifetime registration fee. Contact us for more information at wagga. nsw.gov.au/animals

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Sit back and watch your garden grow – that’s the message from Council’s Environment team, who this week handed out the final free native seedlings for 2021 as part of Council’s One Tree for Me initiative. Through One Tree for Me, Council is aiming to get 65,000 seedlings planted in the local area over the next six years – one seedling for every resident. Council donated a total of 12,006 seedlings in 2021 through a series of seedling giveaways and a variety of community planting events including Schools Tree Day and National Tree Day. Environmental Education Officer Alice Kent is looking forward to seeing the seedlings growing in residents’ backyards over the coming months. “All the One Tree for Me seedlings are local native species, meaning they are suited to our local conditions, including frost in winter and long hot summers, as well as our soils,” Ms Kent said. “If you haven’t planted your seedlings yet, now is the time to get them into the ground, so they have time to establish before the heat of summer.” As the seedlings grow they will provide important habitat and food sources for insects, birds and animals like possums and squirrel gliders. “Supporting nature is also rewarding for us,” Ms Kent said. “We get to enjoy the new creatures visiting our gardens, knowing we’re part of something so much bigger. “Our gardens are connected, and as each garden becomes biodiverse, they all join together to make a biodiverse city.” Ms Kent said the Environment team were overwhelmed by the positive response from the community and wanted to thank residents for their support. “We still have a long way to

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Rates Officer

Remuneration: $2,458.54 gpf + super Enquiries: Craig Katsoolis on 02 6926 9471 Closing date: Monday 11 October 2021

Accounts Receivable Officer

Remuneration: $2,458.54 gpf + super Enquiries: Craig Katsoolis on 02 6926 9471 Closing date: Monday 18 October 2021

Corporate Applications Coordinator

Remuneration: $3,787.88 gpf + super Enquiries: Reece Hamblin on 02 6926 9243 Closing date: Sunday 24 October 2021 Wagga Wagga City Council is an EEO employer

To view these opportunities and apply, visit:

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go to reach our goal of 65,000 seedlings in the ground, so we won’t be slowing down,” Ms Kent said. “Next year we’ll have more community tree planting opportunities – we’d certainly love to increase the number of schools and preschools

participating in Schools Tree Day – and of course we’ll have more free seedlings to give away. “In the meantime, plant your seedlings and enjoy watching your garden come to life.” Track the One Tree for Me seedling progress at wagga.nsw. gov.au/onetreeforme

BIODIVERSITY CHAMPIONS: Vegetation Management Officer Christopher Holman and Environmental Officer Samantha Pascall were kept busy handing out over 2000 free native seedlings at Council’s recent One Tree for Me seedling giveaway in Kooringal.

CARING FOR YOUR NATIVE SEEDLINGS • Water new seedlings when you plant them, then every few days as they establish. If your plant looks unwell, it may be receiving too much or not enough water.

•S urround your seedlings with mulch. This helps keep the soil moist and adds organic material as the mulch breaks down. • I f you have any curious pets that may accidently damage your precious seedlings, use tree guards to protect them while they establish. You can purchase these at garden centres, or make your own with milk cartons.

GALLERY

Sat 2 Oct, 10am to 3pm Wagga Art Society Studio, 11 Small St. Ph: 0400 225 768

WAGGA RAIL HERITAGE MUSEUM: RE-OPENING

STUDENT ART CLASSES

Thu 7 Oct, 1pm to 6.30pm Wagga Wagga Showgrounds, Bourke St. Ph: 0428 263 297

Tue 5 Oct, 4pm to 5.30pm The Curious Rabbit, 44 Johnston St, Ph: 6921 5391 MOORISH

MOROCCAN INTERMEDIATE ART CLASSES WITH LEIGH FLAVOUR’S FEAST Thu 7 Oct, 6pm to 10pm HEWITT

Sat 2, Mon 4 Oct, Food I Am, 29 Kunzea Pl, 11am to 2pm Tue 5 Oct, 6pm to 8pm Ph: 0439 565653 Wagga Railway Station, The Curious Rabbit, 44 Baylis St, Ph: 0488 081 933 Johnston St, Ph: 6921 5391 THURSDAY TRIVIA THIS WEEK: Thu 7 Oct, 7.30pm SHOTPUT KITTY LIVE WAGGA SOCIAL BARISTA DAMON: Thirsty Crow Brewery, MUSIC NETBALL POP-UP ESPRESSO 153 Fitzmaurice St. Sat 2 Oct, 8pm Wed 6 Oct, 10am Ph: 69217 470 BAR Wagga Wagga RSL Club, Bolton Park Stadium, Sat 2, Wed 6, Thu 7, & Fri Kincaid St, Ph; 6921 3624 Morgan St, A MIDNIGHT DREAM 8 Oct, 7am to 1pm E: caronne@scvella.id.au Thu 7, Fri 9 & Sat 9 Oct, WILLANS HILL Thirsty Crow, 153 7.30pm to 9.30pm MINIATURE RAILWAY PRIMARY STUDENT Fitzmaurice St. The Basement Theatre, RIDES ART CLASSES Ph: 6921 7470 Morrow St. Ph: 69 212594 Sun 3 Oct, 10am to Wed 6 Oct, 4pm to WAGGA WAGGA 2.30pm 5.30pm FRIDAY NIGHT ROAD RUNNERS – Wagga Wagga Botanical The Curious Rabbit, 44 PIZZAS SATURDAY RUN Gardens, Macleay St, Johnston St, Ph: 6921 5391 Fri 8 Oct, 5.30pm to Sat 2 Oct, 7.30am Ph: 0412 439455 7.30pm WAGGA WAGGA Clifton St / Yanko Mates Gully Café, 38 BONSAI BY THE CANOLA FIELD Cres, Hilltop, Morrow St. Ph: 6921 4241 BIDGEE BEACH MILKY WAY waggaroadrunners.com Sun 3 Oct, 1.30pm to MASTERCLASS DEMONSTRATION 4.30pm PHOTOGRAPHY GARDENS The Beach, Johnston St, /waggaevents Wed 6, Thu 7 Oct, VEGETABLE Ph: 0403 362931 5.30pm to 10pm For event organising and SWAP OR BUY Wagga Wagga RSL Club, ART CLASSES WITH promotion support, contact Sat 2 Oct, 9am to 12pm Kincaid St, LEIGH HEWITT Council’s events unit: Demonstration Gardens, Mon 4 Oct, 6pm to 8pm Ph: 0490 014 757 events@wagga.nsw.gov.au Cnr Shaw St & Albury St. The Curious Rabbit, 44 RIVERINA or 1300 292 442 Mon – Fri. Ph: 0411 417 956 Johnston St, Ph: 6921 5391 PRODUCERS

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On stage! Young storytellers ‘Sharing Stories, Sharing Place’ The Civic Theatre stage played host this week to some of Wagga Wagga’s young storytellers as part of the ‘Sharing Stories, Sharing Place’ program. The teenagers were participating in workshops aimed at developing skills and creating a theatrical work to share their stories. The program is a partnership between STARTTS (NSW Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture

and Trauma Survivors), Create Hub Riverina and the Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, taking youth from multiple refugee communities in the city and creating a youth theatre ensemble. Create Hub Riverina’s Creative Director Claire Harris is thrilled to be using creative processes to challenge the status quo and confront the issues associated with refugee resettlement between refugees and the broader Wagga community.

“We see it as a gentle way to break down barriers and share culture, while at the same time upskilling young people in performance, language and theatre skills” she said. The program has been running since March with the group meeting regularly to devise a piece of theatre that shares stories of life as a young refugee in Australia and celebrates diversity, multiculturalism and

connectedness. Due to COVID restrictions, much of the group’s recent meetings have been done virtually. Civic Theatre Manager Carissa Campbell was only too happy to fill the void left by cancelled touring performances with an impromptu school holiday intensive workshop program for the students. “It has been a joy to see life on the stage this week,” Ms Campbell said. “Tours are unlikely

to return until later in the year, so an empty stage became a fabulous opportunity. “We have been a partner of this very worthwhile program since the beginning so we couldn’t be happier to have these young, enthusiastic theatre makers in the building.” STARTTS have provided expert traumainformed support

throughout the project, guiding participants and staff through workshops on navigating cultural identities, cultural safety and self-care tools for community champions. “Creating high quality art with underlying social messages requires challenging participants to step out of their comfort zone, and this project provides a strong

foundation from which to do this, taking into account every individual’s unique abilities,” Ms Harris said. 'Sharing Stories, Sharing Place' will be showcased at the Civic Theatre in December, drawing the project to a close. Details and tickets will be available closer to the date at civictheatre. com.au

IT’S TIME TO RECOGNISE OUR COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS:

COUNCIL LAUNCHES 2022 AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS Achievements by local citizens who have made significant community contributions will be the focus of nominations for the 2022 Australia Day Awards. Nominations for five categories opened on Tuesday 28 September and give residents the opportunity to recognise those citizens who have made a difference during the past year. Australia Day committee organisers are urging community members to start thinking about local champions who make a contribution in all areas of community life. Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Cr Greg Conkey OAM joined with the city’s 2021 Citizen of the Year, Belinda Crain, and 2021 Young Citizen of the Year, Clare Lawlor, to launch the awards. “There’s many people in our community making a difference. Let’s hear about them and let’s tell their stories,” Cr Conkey said. “These awards are a fantastic opportunity to recognise all citizens who have made a significant contribution.” Ms Crain said being named Citizen of the Year 2021 was a humbling experience. “There’s a lot of people out there having a go and trying to make a difference for the

COMMUNITY HONOURS: Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Cr Greg Conkey OAM this week launched the 2022 Australia Day Awards with 2021 Young Citizen of the Year Clare Lawlor and 2021 Citizen of the Year Belinda Crain. better … so there’s many people deserving of this award,” Ms Crain said. “It is a great way to recognise our unsung heroes who make such a strong contribution to society. It is a great honour to be recognised in this way.” Young Citizen of the Year 2021 Clare Lawlor said recognising young people’s achievements was a positive and rewarding way to build community spirit. “Our youth are in the community doing amazing things so it’s only a given that they’re recognised for it,” Ms Lawlor said. “They are paving the way in so many areas and to be able to give credit for

CREATIVE CHALLENGE: (from left) Civic Theatre Manager Carissa Campbell, Create Hub Riverina’s Creative Director Claire Harris, Drama Facilitator Haya Arzidin, and participant Elvein Ibrahim at this week’s ‘Sharing Stories, Sharing Place’ workshop.

those achievements is a real community highlight.” The Australia Day Awards ceremony will be held at the Civic Theatre on Tuesday 25 January 2022. Nominations are open in the following categories: Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Ted Ryder Sports Memorial Award, Walk of Honour, and the Environmental Citizen of the Year Award. Nominations close midnight, Monday 22 November 2021. Nominations can be submitted via wagga.nsw. gov.au/australiaday For further information please contact events@ wagga.nsw.gov.au

Protect yourself and loved ones by getting vaccinated as soon as you can. Visit nsw.gov.au to find out more.

Feeling unwell? Get a COVID-19 test immediately, even if your symptoms are mild. Testing helps protect us all. The Murrumbidgee Local Health District testing clinic is open from 10am – 6pm every day. Equex Centre, Copland Street, Wagga Wagga. No appointments necessary. Council News - A City of Wagga Wagga publication

NEW SHARED PATH TO LINK RED HILL ROAD TO POMINGALARNA RESERVE

Construction of a new sealed path from the western end of Red Hill Road to the Wagga Wagga Multi Sport Cycling Complex (WWMSCC) at Pomingalarna Reserve is set to get underway on Tuesday 5 October 2021, weather permitting. The Pomingalarna Link is part of Wagga Wagga City Council’s Active Travel Plan (ATP) Stage 2. Council Project Manager Tom Lemerle said the 2.3 kilometre stretch of shared path will provide access through the northern section of the Silvalite Reserve. “This will improve accessibility for cyclists, runners and walkers who use the Silvalite

NEW CROSSING: An 18-metre span bridge will be built across a storm water channel in the northern section of Silvalite Reserve as part of the new Pomingalarna Link shared path. Reserve and who want to access the Multi Sport Cycling Complex and Pomingalarna,” Mr Lemerle said. “There’s no sealed path out there at the moment that isn’t on-road, so this will provide safe and accessible roadside pathways for cyclists and pedestrians to get

out to Pomingalarna Reserve. “A feature of the project will be construction of an 18-metre span metal bridge across a storm water channel toward the Red Hill Road end of the link, which currently has just a dirt causeway crossing. “We will also be

making improvements to the existing Sturt Highway underpass from Bagley Drive to Silvalite Reserve, putting concrete on either side to make it more accessible.” During planning for these works, the project team has undertaken cultural and environmental due diligence as well as stakeholder engagement. As with other links in the ATP network, the shared path will be 2.5-metres wide, with line markings, signage and an asphalt seal most of the way, as well as some concrete sections such as the ones around the Sturt Highway underpass. It will mainly follow the already well-formed

weekly MOWING

Public Notices ROADS ACT 1993 LAND ACQUISITION (JUST TERMS COMPENSATION) ACT 1991 NOTICE OF COMPULSORY ACQUISITION OF LAND

Wagga Wagga City Council declares with the approval of Her Excellency the Governor that the lands described in the Schedule below are acquired by compulsory process in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 for a public road. Dated at Wagga

• Bourkelands • CBD • Glenfield

Wagga this 13th day of September 2021. Peter Thompson General Manager Schedule 5/248694 Lot 1 DP1260671 being part of the land comprised in 4/248694 Lot 3 DP1260671 being part of the land comprised in 7323/1157383

ROADS ACT 1993 LAND ACQUISITION (JUST TERMS COMPENSATION) ACT 1991 NOTICE OF COMPULSORY ACQUISITION OF LAND

Wagga Wagga City Council declares with the approval of Her Excellency the Governor that the land described in the Schedule below is

phase,” Mr Lemerle said. “We will be constructing the path in stages and there will be signage in place and pedestrian control so people will need to go around each section while works are in progress. “We ask the public to take extra care when using this area as there will be a lot of heavy vehicles and machinery on site during the

project.” The new path is expected to be completed by the end of 2021, weather permitting. The Active Travel Plan is jointly funded by the NSW Government and Wagga Wagga City Council. For more information, visit wagga.nsw.gov. au/projects and go to the Wagga Wagga Active Travel Plan page.

TAKE CARE: There will be some impact on riders and pedestrians using the northern section of Silvalite Reserve during the construction of the new Pomingalarna Link shared path.

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For the week commencing 4 October 2021, we’ll be mowing in the following locations:

path through the Reserve, and then along the edge of Bagley Drive to link up with the new road Council has put in to the WWMSCC. Work will start at the Bagley Drive end of the link on Tuesday 5 October and will be carried out between 7am and 5pm from Monday to Friday. “There will be some impact on path users during the construction

• Kooringal Road • Lake Albert • Lloyd

acquired by compulsory process in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 for a public road. Dated at Wagga Wagga this 13th day of September 2021 Peter Thompson General Manager Schedule Lot 1 DP1264232 being part of the land comprised in 7003/94516

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST “Little Burrandana” Grazing Land 43 Livingstone State Forrest Road, Burrandana

Wagga Wagga City Council is calling for Expressions of Interest for grazing licence(s) of up to twelve (12) months for the following parcels of land:

• Paddock A located on part Lot 1 DP 803622 (approx. 5.0 hectares); • Paddock B located on part Lot 1 DP 803622 (approx. 4.4 hectares); Persons interested in applying for a grazing licence must submit an Expression of Interest addressing the selection criteria. An information pack providing further details of the grazing land on offer, the general Terms and Conditions and the Application Form may be requested from Council from Tuesday 28 September 2021 by contacting Jenny Bailey, Land and Property Officer on 1300 292 442 or email: bailey.jenny@wagga.nsw. gov.au Submissions close Monday 11 October 2021 at 5pm.

Peter Thompson, General Manager

October long weekend trading hours and services Wagga Wagga City Council's administration offices will be closed for the public holiday on Monday 4 October and will reopen on Tuesday 5 October. Kerbside waste services will not be affected by the public holiday. For details on changes to services and facility hours over the October long weekend, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/openhours

This week’s

Biodiversity Bite As the weather warms you may see the return of the arachnophobe’s enemy, the huntsman. But the unfairly maligned huntsman is harmless to humans and can even be an ally! If you can share your space with a huntsman it is sure to help keep the bug population under control. They especially love cockroaches!

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wagga.nsw.gov.au/biodiversity

Pruning some plants or clipping the hedges? Make sure your secateurs or clippers don’t accidentally find their way into the green lid bin along with the clippings.

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

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