Council News #352 - 3 July 2021 by Wagga Wagga City Council

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Issue No: 352

Weekly information from us to you

FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 3 JULY 2021

thank you wagga wagga! Thank you to all laneway folk for rugging up and heading out last Saturday night to support the return of Lost Lanes. It was a fantastic opportunity to discover our great city and proved we can adapt to change – even with just a few hours’ notice – and still have a fun time. See the wrap-up of this year’s event inside Council News.

New rebate to help reduce landfill Wagga Wagga City Council has launched a new initiative to help keep disposable nappies and menstrual products out of landfill.

As part of the trial rebate scheme and education program, Council is offering residents from the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area the opportunity to apply for a rebate after purchasing reusable nappies and menstrual products.

Applicants may be rebated for half the cost of reusable nappies and menstrual products purchased between 1 July 2021 and 1 January 2022, up to the value of $100 per user. Council resolved to endorse the reusable products trial at its 26 April Ordinary Meeting, paving the way for the new scheme to be implemented for six months. Council’s Director Regional Activation Michael Keys said the initiative aims to encourage the use of alternatives to disposable items, reducing waste going to landfill and conserving resources.

“We believe this is an important step in supporting our community to make the switch to reusable products,” Mr Keys said. “Our expert-led workshops, which we’ll offer both face-to-face and online, will give people key information about what products are available, where they can find them, and how to use them – and our rebate will help residents with that initial purchase.” A report to Council said there is a growing movement to change from disposable nappies to reusable modern cloth nappies, which would deliver cost and environmental benefits.

Wagga Wagga City Council’s Reusable Products Rebate

Going green just makes good financial sense.

Council is offering residents from the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area the opportunity to apply for a rebate after purchasing reusable nappies and/or menstrual products.

Get money back on reusable nappies and menstrual products.

Rebate trial: 1 July 2021 – 1 January 2022 Apply now: wagga.nsw.gov.au/reusableproductsrebate

Disposable nappies are quoted to cost between $3,000 and $3,200 per child over the period the child wears nappies, whereas 24 cloth nappies represent an upfront cost of $700 to $800 and last the life of the child. The report, quoting a 2019 inquiry into waste and recycling, said two billion disposable nappies make their way into landfill in Australia each year, constituting four per cent of landfill waste. For more information and to apply for the rebate, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/ reusableproductsrebate

RiFL earthworks and rail corridor on track

Construction of the multi-million dollar Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics (RiFL) Hub is nearing a significant milestone with contractors close to completing bulk earthworks on the site. These works are about 90 per cent finished with approximately 700,000 cubic metres of cut and fill completed since heavy machinery moved on to the site in Bomen in January this year. RiFL Hub Project Director Darryl Woods said there has also been a strong focus on the rail corridor infrastructure which is progressing since work started in May and leading up to the rail track construction which is scheduled for September. “These works along the rail corridor are progressing well. Recent rain events have not significantly impacted on progress to date which is allowing us to reach those important milestones.” Mr Woods said. “Various components of works continue alongside the earthmoving rail corridor development,

such as stormwater and drainage infrastructure, utility works including the relocation of electricity assets and communications networks.” Mr Woods said signalling works are also underway with the southern and northern turnout connections. Deliveries of rail materials are ongoing at the site in preparation for track construction. “We continue to work with all stakeholders and project partners in a COVID-safe environment as we near the first six months of on-site construction,” he said. The RiFL Hub is a central feature of the recently adopted Special Activation Precinct (SAP) masterplan. Council has been developing the RiFL Hub program over several years involving three stages for this project. The current stage of development is being funded through the NSW Government’s Restart NSW Fund, Growing Local Economies Fund, and the Transport for NSW Fixing Country Rail program.

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Meet young Stormy! This black and white Mastiff X is just eight months old and has a sweet and content personality. She’s available for adoption for $346, which includes desexing, microchipping, lifetime registration, vaccination, worming, and an ID tag. You can take a look at all our available pets at graswagga.com.au or pop in to visit – the shelter is open from Monday to Saturday, 1pm – 4.15pm. Impound: D348 FUR FACTS: All dogs should have a collar and a name tag, complete with the name of the dog and the address or telephone number of the owner of the dog. Name tags are easily purchased from a variety of shops or you can pop into the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter to have one engraved on the spot. R251000208

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Changes now in force for lodging DAs

Planning and building applications to Wagga Wagga City Council now need to be lodged electronically via the NSW Planning Portal, in line with State Government legislation. The mandatory change came into effect on Thursday (1 July). Manager Development Assessment and Building Certification Paul O’Brien said hardcopy applications are no longer accepted at Council’s Customer Service Centre. “This applies to all individuals, organisations or industry professionals, from home

WHAT’S

ON WAGGA WAGGA + SURROUNDS

THIS WEEK: BARISTA DAMON: POP-UP ESPRESSO BAR

Vacancies Accounting Cadet

Remuneration: $2,228.56 gpf + super Enquiries: Craig Katsoolis on 02 6926 9471 Closing date: Monday 12 July 2021

Systems Administrator

Remuneration in accordance with skills and experience Enquiries: Vanesa Mlinaric on 02 6926 9224 Closing date: Sunday 25 July 2021 Wagga Wagga City Council is an EEO employer

To view these opportunities and apply, visit:

wagga.nsw.gov.au/jobs

Sat 3, Wed 7, Thu 8 & Fri 9 Jul, 7am to 1pm Thirsty Crow, 153 Fitzmaurice St. Ph: 6921 7470

DEMONSTRATION GARDENS VEGETABLE SWAP OR BUY

Sat 3 Jul, 9am to 12pm Demonstration Gardens, Cnr Shaw St & Albury St. Ph: 0411 417 956

OPEN STUDIO GALLERY

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

WAGGA WAGGA ROAD RUNNERS –

builders, to certifiers, project developers and government agencies,” Mr O’Brien said. “The portal is a single place to go for planning processes and transactions online and aims to make the process simpler, faster and more transparent for everyone. Development Applications (DA), Modification to Consent, Construction Certificates (CC) and Complying Development Certificates (CDC) should now be lodged and processed through the portal. “The size and scale of the

SATURDAY RUNS Sat 3 Jul, 1pm Ross Smith Drive, off Holbrook Rd. Ph: 0429 176 029

SKATE WAGGA WAGGA

development will determine which of the assessment pathways is appropriate,” Mr O’Brien said. “We encourage people to talk to their builder or designer and get assistance with lodging their application, as they have the experience with the Planning Portal process.” For further information, visit planningportal.nsw.gov.au For assistance, email planning. apps@planning.nsw.gov.au or contact Service NSW on 1300 305 695.

Ph: 0427 250 498

SOUTH WAGGA TENNIS CLUB HOLIDAY CAMP

Mon 5 to Thu 8 Jul, 9am to 12pm South Wagga Tennis Club, Murray St & Morgan Lane. Ph: 0455 593 890

Ph: 0428 263 297

MARGARET FULTON THE MUSICAL Thu 8 Jul, 7.30pm to 9pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns. Ph: 6926 9688

Sat 3 Jul to Sun 11 Jul 10am to 8pm Victory Memorial Gardens, BEST ST STUDIOS ART FRIDAY NIGHT Baylis Street. Web: FOR ALL HOLIDAY PIZZAS visitwagga.com Fri 9 Jul, 5.30pm to PROGRAM THE THIEF OF STARS Mon 5 to Fri 9 Jul, 9am 7.30pm Sat 3 Jul, 6pm to 9pm to 12pm & 1pm to 4pm Mates Gully Café, 38 The Curious Rabbit, Best Street Studios, 26 Best Morrow St. Ph: 6921 4241 44 Johnston St. Street. Ph: 0427 212 977 JON STEVENS – THE Ph: 6921 5391

DOWNSIDE BUSH DANCE

Sat 3 Jul, 7.30pm to midnight Downside Hall, DownsideShepherds Siding Rd. Ph: 0427 042 686

WAGGA WAGGA SOCIAL NETBALL

Wed 7 Jul,10am Bolton Park Stadium, Morgan St. E: caronne@scvella.id.au

BEC-LEE CREATING DREAMS WIRADJURI ARTIST – ART CLASS

WILLANS HILL MINIATURE RAILWAY Wed 7 Jul, 4.30pm to RIDES 6.30pm Sun 4 Jul, 10am to 2.30pm Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens, Macleay St. Ph: 0412 439 455

THAI FEAST – COOKING CLASS

Sun 4 Jul, 9.30am to 1.30pm Food I Am, 29 Kunzea Pl.

Kooringal Community Hub, Wilga St. Ph: 0477 151 054

RIVERINA PRODUCERS MARKET

Thu 8 Jul, 1pm to 6.30pm Wagga Wagga Showgrounds, Bourke St.

NOISEWORKS & INXS COLLECTION Fri 9 Jul, 7.30pm to 9.30pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way. Ph: 6926 9688

Please note that due to current COVID restrictions some events may change without notice.

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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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SURV E Y TO H E L P IM PROV E L O CA L L I B R A RY S E RV I CE S

Residents across the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area are being invited to complete a short online survey to provide feedback on our public library’s services. 'Making public spaces everyone’s business', is a joint research project between the State Library of NSW and the NSW Behavioural Insights Unit together with the NSW Public Spaces Division. Wagga Wagga City Library is participating in this project to help identify local barriers to library membership and engagement with library activities, with a short survey launched on Monday (28 June). Acting Manager Library Services Christine Bolton said the aim of the collaborative project is to motivate and increase library visitation and membership. “We are asking library members and non-members to fill out the survey to help us make sure our library activities and services offer what the community would like to see,” Ms Bolton said. “Your feedback will help your local public library improve its services both in person and online.” Wagga Wagga City Library is one of six public library services across NSW to be

part of the research project. This project aligns with recommendations for the Wagga Wagga City Library Review to increase library membership and visibility beyond this one site. Ms Bolton said the community feedback will identify opportunities to optimise membership, visitation and satisfaction of selected libraries and improve their social, cultural and place performance. “We would like to see as many people as possible get on board so we can improve our services,” Ms Bolton said. “The online survey takes about 10 minutes to complete on-line, or you can pick up a paper copy of the survey from the library. “Personal information collected in this survey will be treated as confidential and managed in accordance with NSW privacy legislation.” The survey is open until 5pm on Friday 9 July and there is also the opportunity to go into a draw to win an Apple iPad, with winners to be announced on Friday 16 July. If you have any questions about the survey please contact the Manager, Public Library Services, State Library of NSW pls@sl.nsw.gov.au

VALUABLE FEEDBACK: Acting Manager Library Services Christine Bolton encourages residents to have their say on improving library services.

Lost Lanes enjoys successful return to city

WINTER WONDERLAND: Wagga Wagga’s Civic precinct transformed for the Special Festival Hub.

KINETIC CREATION: Reggie the Regal Peacock, the giant kinetic light artwork, lights up the Civic Centre forecourt as part of the Special Festival Hub.

Council would like to again thank all Lost Lanes attendees for their response to the last minute changes ahead of last weekend’s event. The State Government announced new COVID-19 Public Health orders for regional NSW on Saturday afternoon (26 June), which included requirements for outdoor events, such as a 50 per cent reduction in capacity and the mandatory wearing of masks. Visitor Economy & Events Coordinator Fiona Hamilton said it was pleasing to see the positive response from thousands of people who came down to Wagga Wagga’s CBD for Lost Lanes. “There were a few last-minute changes, but the way we had designed the festival meant that we could adapt really easily,” Ms Hamilton said. “Rather than being held in one location, it featured a series of zones as part of a trail, so it meant that we had already addressed crowd dispersal and social distancing. “We sourced 5,000 masks to hand out to those attending, but many of the community members already had their own and it was great, they all put them on at six o’clock and we were able to go ahead pretty much as planned. “We wanted to thank everyone for coming out and listening to our COVID marshals, masking up and

BEAUTIFUL BUBBLES: Nestled beneath the fairy lights in the tree in the Victory Memorial Gardens, Plasma provides plenty of interactive fun for the family.

generally having a good time within the changed landscape. It was a great event.” While Lost Lanes is over, there is still plenty to see and do in Wagga Wagga for locals and visitors alike over the coming week, from the Zoo & Aviary to the Special Festival hub in the Civic precinct. Launched at Lost Lanes, the hub features the outdoor pop-up ice skating rink along with several illuminated and interactive art installations - the floating Wiradjuri artwork ‘Lagoon’, Reggie the Regal Peacock, and the Plasma bubbles. “It is wonderful to see our public spaces being activated over the winter school holidays,” Ms Hamilton said. “We’ve had a lot of people visiting the Wollundry Lagoon, Civic Centre and Victory Memorial Gardens to enjoy these stunning artworks and to take a spin on the ice skating rink. “Skate Wagga is at 50 per cent capacity due to COVID-19 restrictions. The hub activations will remain in place until Sunday 11 July.” Skate Wagga is open from 10am – 8pm each day. Tickets for the one-hour sessions can be purchased at the rink or online at visitwagga.com and Dine and Discover vouchers are welcomed.

EYE-CATCHING: Wiradjuri-inspired artwork ‘Lagoon’ illuminates the Wollundry Lagoon as part of the Special Festival Hub.

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Rodent invasion: are you prepared? With much of the Riverina in the grip of a rodent invasion, Wagga Wagga City Council’s Environmental Health team has some tips for the city’s food business operators and householders on managing the pests. There are horror stories about serious infestations affecting farms, businesses and residents in villages, towns and regional centres across New South Wales. Council’s Manager Environment and Regulatory Services Mark Gardiner said the pests are attracted to homes and food businesses as they can provide shelter, food, water and the warmth they require. “Common pests such as rats, mice and cockroaches can carry bacteria and viruses, contaminating food and food contact surfaces,” Mr Gardiner said. “For a food business, pest sightings and food contamination due to pests can also result in customer complaints and serious damage to their reputation. “However, there are actions food business operators, as well as general householders, can take using a sound pest management practice to help reduce the risk of a rodent invasion. “Preventing the entry of pests into your premises in the first place is the most effective step, increasing your chances against winning the battle.”

Wear a mask when entering Council facilities

wagga.nsw.gov.au/coronavirus

Public Notices

Road: Lansdowne Ave Date: 12 July 2021 to 16 July 2021

Measures to prevent the entry of pests • Inspect your premises or home to find all possible entry points • Seal all holes, gaps and cracks in walls, ceilings and around pipework • Install and maintain flyscreens on windows and door openings • Keep doors closed when not in use

Measures to prevent harbouring pests • Keep food covered in sealed containers • Store food, equipment, and food containers above the floor • Sanitise food contact surfaces • Remove rubbish regularly • Regularly check for signs of pests Eradication measures • DIY pest control treatments • Use a licensed pest controller • Children and pets should be kept away from areas where mouse baits have been used

Motorists are being urged to take more care on the roads Some handy tips to assist in driving in fog include: this winter with rain, fog, and icy conditions increasing the • Slow down as much as you can when driving in fog to risk of motor vehicle crashes. give yourself more time to see a hazard and react safely Centre for Road Safety data shows 14 per cent of crashes - allow extra time to reach your destination in the Wagga Wagga LGA from 2015-2019 occurred in • Turn on your fog lights, never use your high beam these challenging weather conditions. using high beam lights causes glare making it more Wagga Wagga City Council’s Road Safety Officer Emma difficult for you to see what is ahead Reynolds said these conditions not only affect a motorist's • Leave plenty of distance between you and the vehicle ability to see the road and other vehicles, but also their in front to account for sudden stops or changes in the ability to stop and control a vehicle. traffic pattern “Fog is a common problem in Wagga during winter and • Watch for wildlife where there are warning signs – when drivers fail to turn on headlights in foggy conditions, particularly at dawn and dusk it is very difficult for other road users to see them,” Mrs • Use your windshield wipers and defrosters Reynolds said. • Know when to pull into a parking lot or off the side of “Leaving your lights on auto may not activate your the road and wait it out headlights, as areas with fog present can still be bright. • To ensure you are staying in the proper lane, follow the Drivers need to manually turn on their headlights.” lines on the road with your eyes Drivers should also use headlights on low beam to help • Learn how to drive-in all-weather conditions other road users see them in overcast and wet conditions. For more information visit Transport for NSW Centre for Modern vehicles often have daytime running lights Road Safety at roadsafety.transport.nsw.gov.au. (DRLs) activated when the ignition is turned on, however, For the latest traffic information visit the Live Traffic NSW DRLs are not effective in fog and don’t illuminate lights on website livetraffic.com, which is updated 24 hours a day, the rear of the vehicle. seven days a week or phone the Traffic Info Line on 132 701.

contacting Jenny Bailey, Land and Property Officer on 1300 292 442 or email: • Cnr Edison & Tasman bailey.jenny@wagga.nsw. Road, East Wagga (approx. gov.au Reason: Closed for necessary road resurfacing. 26.0 ha) Submissions close Monday Access to local traffic only. • Part 1267 Oxley Bridge 5 July 2021 at 5pm. Road will reopen at the Road, Uranquinty (approx. end of each shift. 13.25 ha)

Various Grazing Land Parcels Wagga Wagga City Council is calling for Expressions of Interest for grazing licences of up to three (3) years for the following parcels of land:

• Install weather strips at the base of doors

WINTRY CONDITIONS TEST LOCAL DRIVERS

• 95 Burilda Street, North Wagga (approx. 20.0 ha)

Duration: 7.00am – 4.00pm, weather permitting

PROPOSED TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE WAGGA WAGGA (LANSDOWNE – CITY COUNCIL ROAD RESEALING) EXPRESSIONS Notice is hereby given OF INTEREST under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of:

The Environmental Health team recommends undertaking regular and detailed inspections of the premise to find all possible entry points and undertaking measures to close those entry points; a mouse only needs an eight-millimetre gap to enter your premises. Other actions include preventing the harbourage of pests and undertaking eradication measures if signs of pest activity are found in the premises such as sights, sounds, faeces, urine, burrows/nests. “Our Environmental Health team is happy to help food business owners with any questions you have about your inspection findings or compliance action,” Mr Gardiner said. “We can clarify what work needs to be done and the timeframe.” There is also support available for those affected by the mouse plague through the NSW Government’s Mouse Control Support Package. MouseAlert is a free resource available to stay informed about or to report mouse activity in your area, feralscan.org.au/mousealert For more information, visit nsw.gov.au/initiative/ mouse-control-support-program

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 by

throughout the Local Government Area. The chemicals identified below may be applied to treat Priority Weeds.

Abamectin Aminopyralid Bromoxyni Diafenthiuron NOTICE OF DSMA INTENTION TO Glufosinate-ammonium CARRY OUT Iodosulfuron-MethylWEED CONTROL Sodium ACTIVITIES Metsulfuron-Methyl Penthiopyrad Over the next twelve Propyzamide months, Wagga Wagga Terbuthylazine City Council shall be Alcohol Alkoxylate undertaking weed Amitrole control on all parks and gardens, rural reserves and Carfentrazone Dicamba rural roadside reserves Ethylene Glycol

Glyphosate Liquid Hydrocarbon N-Methyl -2-Pyrolidone Picloram Prosulfuron Triclopyr Alcohol Ethoxylate Azoxystrobin Chlorantraniliprole Dithiopyr Flupropanate Imazapyr MCPA Oxyfluorfen Prodiamine Quinclorac Trinexapac-Ethyl Amicarbazone Bifenthrin Clopyralid Dflufenican Foramsulfuron

Imidacloprid Methyl Oleate Parrafinic Oil Propiconazole Simazine 2,4-D All spraying will be carried out as per Council’s Pesticide Use Notification Plan. If you wish to obtain further information about the spraying program please contact Council’s Environmental Management Team Leader, Tony Phelps on 1300 292 442.

Peter Thompson, General Manager

Weekly waste tip Sharps should never be placed in kerbside bins as they pose a threat to the workers that manage our waste. Visit safesharps.org.au to find your nearest safe disposal point

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