Council News CITY OF WAGGA WAGGA
FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 16 APRIL 2016
Issue 90
Weekly information from us to you Australia's best glass art on display now Works by the best of Australian based glass artists are currently on display at the National Art Glass Gallery, with the National Emerging Art Glass Prize exhibition open until Sunday 17 July. Melinda Willis took out the 2016 prize, Wagga Wagga Art Gallery’s major biennial award, for her work Resonance IV. The winning entry will be acquired for the National Art Glass Collection.
Federal funding on the line
Council, State Government to meet in hopes of saving $14.5M grant The City of Wagga Wagga will meet with the State Government in Sydney on 22 April to try and secure a funding commitment that will unlock a $14.5M investment by the Federal Government.
The Federal Department of Infrastructure and Regional Development committed $14.5M towards the construction of enabling road infrastructure at Bomen Business Park for the proposed Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics (RiFL) Hub. As part of the funding conditions, the Federal Government requires a commitment of State Government funding no later than 29 April, or the $14.5M will be lost.
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“A State Government funding commitment is the final piece of the puzzle to make this project a reality,” Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall said. “Without it, Wagga will forfeit $14.5M in Federal Government funding. “The proposed Bomen Enabling Roads and RiFL Hub would be a transformative piece of infrastructure for Wagga. It will provide a significant and long-
lasting benefit to current and future businesses, as well as the broader community.” The proposed Bomen Enabling Roads and RiFL Hub form a program of works worth approximately $70M. This program would see the construction of major rail and road infrastructure and a freight terminal on 95 hectares of land at the Bomen Business Park. The Federal Government funding will allow the construction of
enabling road infrastructure, which will help create the Wagga Wagga High Productivity Freight Route. “The High Productivity Freight Route will create a potential round trip saving of 36 minutes – or 21 kilometres – for Higher Mass Limits (HML) vehicles and encourage heavy vehicles to avoid the CBD,” Cr Kendall said. “The route is already taking shape, following the Eunony Story continued inside
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Bourke Street potholes to disappear Regular road users of Bourke Street will soon have a new surface to drive on with works scheduled to rehabilitate a section of the road that is currently riddled with potholes. One southbound lane will be closed between Urana Street and Blamey Street from Tuesday 19 April for about two weeks while the works are under way. The centre lane will remain open so traffic will not be blocked; however motorists are
advised that there may be slight delays during peak periods. Manager of Engineering, Alex Fenwick, says Council has heard calls to fix the road and this section has been on the City of Wagga Wagga’s priority list for some time. “Thousands of road users travel along Bourke Street each day and have to contend with what has come to be known as the ‘family of potholes’ along this section,” he said.
“Staff have been working to prioritise this project by completing a series of preliminary works on underground services, which mean the main road works can now begin.” Residents and road users can receive reminders and updates on this project as an SMS direct to their phone by emailing their name, phone number, and the words ‘Bourke Street’ to communityengagement@wagga. nsw.gov.au.
Scheduled road works wagga.nsw.gov.au/roads
MAJOR WORKS: This section of Bourke Street, which is well-know for its potholes, will be undergoing rehabilitation works.
BYRNES ROAD When: Now until mid-June Where: 1.6km stretch starting at the Oura Road roundabout What: Road base strengthening and extra drainage work
EUNONY BRIDGE ROAD When: Week starting 2 May 2016 for about two months Where: 1.3km stretch between the Sturt Highway and Eunony Bridge What: Road base strengthening
Traffic will be under the direction of traffic controllers or traffic lights for both projects, with reduced speed limits in place. While there are no detours, road users are advised to expect minor delays.
State Government meeting next week GOING GREEN: Mayor Rod Kendall checks out the new turf at the scout hall with (from left) Ashton Bourke, group leader Aileen Cooke, Bailey Kotzur, William Meiklejohn, Rhys Blake, Jonathon Law and Anthony Dutton from the 1st Wagga Scout Group, which received $2800 for the project as part of last year’s Annual Grants Program.
From front page Bridge Road Deviation Project in 2014-15 and the announcement of Federal Government funding for the replacement of Eunony
Bridge itself.” Council has until 29 April to report on the State Government’s position to the Federal Government. If the State Government can
provide Council with a funding commitment by that date, Council will be able to access about $500,000 of Federal money and continue work on the project.
Green with envy? Grab a grant like the scouts
The grass is greener at the 1st Wagga Scout Group’s hall after new turf was laid thanks to Council’s Annual Grants Program. The scouts received $2800 under the 2015/16 program and presented Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall with a certificate to thank Council for its contribution. Applications for this year’s Annual Grants are open now until 20 May, with a total of $175,000 available for community projects. The Scouts were successful
under the Community Health and Wellbeing category, which is separated into two subcategories. Funding for each application in the recreational facilities sub-category ranges from $500 to $7500 and can be used to upgrade amenities or lighting, install sport specific facilities like cricket nets or create other infrastructure like storage sheds and shade structures. The Community Programs and Projects sub-category has funding available from $500
Invitation to apply for funding from the ClubGRANTS Scheme 2016 Category 1 Funding Applications For enquiries please contact Michelle Castle at Wagga Wagga City Council on 1300 292 442 during office hours. Online applications will be received via the Wagga Wagga City Council website www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/clubgrants Applications open 9am Monday 7 March 2016 and close 5pm Friday 29 April 2016.
to $3000 and is focused on improving safety and wellbeing or showcasing the community’s diversity. Application forms and grants guidelines are available at the Civic Centre and online at wagga.nsw.gov.au/grants. The next grants information session will be held on Wednesday 27 April from 6pm to 7.30pm in the Council Meeting Room. To register, contact Kristin Groves on 1300 292 442 or grants@wagga.nsw.gov.au.
Community organisations are invited to apply for funding towards your local community service needs and priorities from the ClubGRANTS scheme. The ClubGRANTS scheme allows registered clubs with annual gaming machine revenue exceeding $1 million to apply a percentage of that revenue to specific development and support projects. At least 50% of funding from each club is to be allocated to Category 1 projects. Local projects will be considered for the following priorities under Category 1 funding: • Respite care • Women and family health and well being • Disadvantaged groups • People with disabilities • Children and family • Youth services
ANZAC HONOUR: Bev Harris, Taking a Break with the “Bully” 2015, acrylic on canvas (detail).
E3 Art Space hosts tribute to the Centenary of Anzac A moving tribute to the young men and women who risked their lives for their country during war is now on display in the E3 Art Space. The Wagga Wagga Art Society presents Keep my Memory: The Centenary of Anzac exhibition which features works inspired by the lines of Captain James Sprent’s famous poem, A Confession of Faith 1916, ‘If I am worth it, keep my memory’, written following his experiences in the Australian Army Medical Corps at
Gallipoli. Paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures from Riverina artists feature in three sections and capture the many emotions of conflict. Keep my Memory is on display until Sunday 1 May, including the Anzac Day public holiday on Monday 25 April. For more information on this exhibition and to find out what other great events are on in Wagga visit waggawaggaaustralia.com.au.
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Community thanked for feedback as Our Transport moves forward About 150 people have taken the opportunity to talk with council staff in the latest stage of the Our Transport consultation. The comprehensive consultation process is an integral part of the Wagga Wagga Intergrated Transport Strategy 2043, which is currently being drafted before it is placed on public exhibition in June. This latest stage saw the results of earlier consultation combined with a technical report to develop emerging principles for the strategy. These principles were catalogued into ten themes such as the CBD, medical precinct, cycling and public
transport and available for review at a shop front in Baylis Street. Manager Strategic Planning, Liz Rankin, says the feedback on the latest stage has been detailed and informative. “Without input from local residents we can’t provide a quality document so the feedback received so far has been incredibly valuable,” she said. The feedback will now be reviewed before the final document is drafted and placed on public exhibition. Review the latest document and stay up to date with the project online.
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MOVING AHEAD: Works to upgrade Lake Albert’s Apex Park car park and boat ramp are now underway. The car park and boat ramp will be closed until the end of June.
Apex Park car park, boat ramp closed for upgrade
Lake Albert’s Apex Park car park and boat ramp are closed until the end of June for upgrade works of more than $700,000 to be carried out. Temporary fencing is up and initial demolition and excavation works are now under way. Once complete the project will improve the usability, safety and aesthetic appeal of the lake precinct. Project highlights include widening of the existing boat ramp, redesign of the car park to increases boat trailer and parking bays and shoreline works to establish a safe place to play by
the water's edge. During the project the Wagga Wagga Boat Club boat ramp and car park will be open to all. Parking is also available around the lake on Eastlake and Lakeside drives. The 5.5km walking track, Apex Park play equipment and barbecues and Lake Albert Oval and Hall will all remain open. This project has been funded by the NSW Boating Now Projects and Wagga Wagga City Council. For more information visit Council’s website wagga.nsw.gov.au/lakealbert.
Mountain bikes to ride through Evocities Australia’s richest mountain bike series will start racing through NSW’s Evocities from 17 April. Bathurst is the host for the first of the seven race series which will see events held in Albury, Tamworth, Wagga Wagga, Dubbo, Armidale and
THIS WEEK:
VEGE SWAP OR BUY Every Saturday 9am 12pm Demonstration Gardens, cnr Albury and Shaw Streets. Ph: 0411 417 95
TARCUTTA MARKETS Sat 16 April 8am - 2pm Tarcutta Memorial Hall, Sydney Street, Tarcutta. Ph: 0477 472 154
GOLD CUP PRELUDE DAY Sat 16 April 12pm Enjoy a great day out at the races. Entry $10. Murrumbidgee Turf Club, Travers Street. Ph: 6921 2151
WIRADJURI CULTURAL BUS TOUR Sat 16 April 9.30am Bookings essential. Mark Saddler 0412 693 030.
PRESS PLAY
Sat 16 April Youth Week event featuring Tired Lion. Drug and alcohol free gig 2pm. 18+ show 8pm. All ages show tickets are $10 presale or $15 at the door. Tickets for the 18 years and over show are $20 presale or $25 at the door. Home Tavern, 142 Fitzmaurice Street. Tickets 1300 292 442.
Orange throughout the year. Wagga’s round will be a six-hour event on Sunday 4 September. The Evocities MTB Series is supported by Evocities, a campaign that showcases the abundance of opportunities
WAGGA BEACH MARKETS
Sun 17 April 9am - 2pm Free entry. Wagga Beach, Johnston Street. Ph: 0497 937 934
MINIATURE RAILWAY
Sun 17 April 10:30am 4pm $2 per ride, enclosed footwear essential. Botanic Gardens, Macleay St.
WEIRD WAGGA WALKING TOUR
Sun 17 April 6:30pm 7:45pm Adults $20, Children/ Concession $15. Departs Museum of the Riverina Historic Council Chambers site, cnr Baylis and Morrrow Sts. Ph: 6926 9688
TAKE FIVE BAND COMPASSION FUNDRAISING CONCERT
Sun 17 April 1pm - 4pm Mt. Austin Primary School Hall, McKell Avenue. Ph: 6926 4901
BRIGHTLIGHTS
Tues 19 to Sat 23 April 10am - 4pm Would you like to be able to create a large scale digital artwork? And see it on the big screen in Wagga Wagga? Join us
in seven of NSW’s leading regional cities due to the lower cost of living, stronger career and business prospects and enhanced lifestyle. Registrations for each round and for more information can be made at www.evocitiesmtb. com.
for a five day workshop. Free. Museum of the Riverina, Historic Council Chambers. Ph. 6926 9356
THE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW
Thu 21 April 10am, 12.30pm and 3pm One of the most-read and famous children’s books of all time, ‘The Very Hungry Caterpillar’ emerges off the page in a masterful theatrical experience for the whole family. Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre Ph. 6926 9688
THE VERY HUNGRY FINGER PUPPETS
Thu 21 April 11am, 1.30pm and 4pm. Come along after the above show. Create your own puppet. Wagga Wagga City Library. Ph. 6926 9700
VINTAGE FASHION PARADE
Thu 21 April 10am - 12pm and 6.30pm to 8.30pm A vintage fashion parade showcasing clothing from the 1900’s through to the present day. $10 per person. Uniting Church Hall, Johnston St. Ph. 6921 1863.
RIVERINA PRODUCERS’ MARKET
Every Thursday 1pm 6pm Free entry. Civic Centre
Precinct, off Tarcutta Street. Ph: 6924 3574
EAT LOCAL THURSDAY
Every Thursday 11am 5:30pm Free entry. Elements at the Gardens
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Meet Penny This week’s pet of the week is a domestic short hair, grey tabby kitten named Penny. You can adopt Penny from the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter for $213.50, which includes
microchipping, lifetime registration, vaccination, desexing and worming. If you would like to meet Penny or any of her furry friends, visit the shelter from Monday to Saturday between 1pm and 4.15pm. For more information, visit wagga. nsw.gov.au/animals or call 6971 4651 during business hours.
mobile library timetable Uranquinty Monday April 18, 3.30pm – 5pm Ladysmith Thursday April 21, 1.30pm – 2.15pm Ph: (02) 6926 9771
www.rrl.nsw.gov.au
GRETA BRADMAN NATIONAL TOUR 2016 Thu 21 April 7pm Celebrating some truly beautiful songs and arias. Tickets $49. St Michaels Cathedral, Church Street. Ph: 9207 0618
THE WAGGA MODEL AERO CLUB’S WWII AND MILITARY SCALE EVENT Fri 22 April 9am Pilots from all around Australia will bring models of a high standard which are faithful reproductions. Entry $5 per car. Wagga Model Aero Club, Olympic Highway (5km from Uranquinty) Ph: 0411 501 325
WAGGA WAGGA LEISUREFEST ROADSHOW
Fri 22 April 10am - 5pm Caravans, campers, cooking demonstrations, barbeques, boats, gourmet food and more. Adults $12, seniors $10, under 16 free. Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke Street. Ph: 0411 123 571
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Councillor Column
Wagga is blessed with a diverse economy and vibrant business community, and it was good to see many members of that
community gather together for Council's Big Business Breakfast on March 18. The breakfast, having just completed its eighth year, is a living symbol of Council’s commitment to fostering innovation and creativity in our local businesses. Guest speaker at the breakfast Anthony Bell, CEO and founder of Bell Partners, spoke
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passionately about the need to be committed and bold in business. He also spoke about the importance of balance. While some of the larger national and international businesses make important contributions to our economy, for me the real key to our successful local economy are our home-grown businesses.
They come in all shapes and sizes. Some serving niche and emerging local markets, others competing on the national and international stage. It is those local businesses that best achieve balance, understand that they are part of a community and form real relationships with our community, their employees. It is not only the
diversity they contribute through their creative business development, but also the community building they do through their contributions of resources and time to sporting, educational and cultural organisations, and community projects that make them too big and important to ignore, as a recent campaign advised. Council is committed
to creating the drivers to provide opportunity for these businesses to flourish, and our commercial and economic development unit is tasked with providing information, development assistance and networking opportunities to foster innovation and growth. As Wagga grows into the future it is important that our local businesses continue to be reflective
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FACILITY
TRADING HOURS
Administration Offices Closed Wagga Wagga Civic Centre
Closed. The E3 art space will be open from noon to 4pm for the Wagga Wagga Art Society Centenary of Anzac exhibition Keep My Memory
Art Gallery and National Art Glass Gallery
Civic Theatre and booking office Glenfield Rd Animal Shelter
Tired Lion set to wake up Wagga Public Notices
EXHIBITION OF DRAFT POLICY: POL 029 – ASBESTOS POLICY
Council hereby gives public notice of the exhibition of its Draft Asbestos Policy. The draft Policy will be on exhibition from 15 April 2016 for a period of 28 days, until 13 May 2016. Council invites public submissions on the draft policy, to be lodged within the exhibition period. Inspection Venue: The draft policy is available for review at Wagga Wagga City Council, Cnr Baylis & Morrow Sts, Wagga Wagga, during the hours of 8.30am to 5pm Monday to Friday (public holidays excluded) within the above exhibition period. The draft Policy can also be accessed from Council’s website at wagga.nsw.gov.au/public Submission Procedure: Persons wishing to make a submission in relation to the draft Policy should do so prior to the close of the exhibition period. Submissions should be in writing and may be delivered to Wagga Wagga City Council or mailed to the General Manager, Wagga Wagga City Council, PO Box
20, Wagga Wagga, NSW 2650 or emailed to council@wagga. nsw.gov.au. Persons making written submissions regarding the above Policy are advised that any submission received within the submission period will be subject to the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act (PIPPA) and may be attached to the final report, in its entirety or in part, to Council unless explicitly requested by the person making the submission that they do not wish this to occur. Any questions relating to the Draft Policy document may be referred to the Manager Waste and Stormwater Services on 1300 292 442.
ANZAC DAY SERVICES
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Baylis St from Morrow St to Wollundry Lagoon Bridge and Morrow St from Peter St to Baylis St Duration: 6pm Sun 24/04/2016 to 5am Mon 25/04/2016 Reason: Preparations for ANZAC Day Centenary services Road: Baylis St from near
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
Tompson St to Wollundry Lagoon Bridge. Morrow St from the eastern side of Baylis St to the eastern side of Peter St Duration: Mon 25/04/2016 5am to 7am Reason: ANZAC Day Dawn service Road: Baylis St from south side of Morrow Street to the north side of Morgan St (not including cross streets). Duration: Mon 25/04/2016 6.45am to 9.30am Reason: ANZAC Day – preparade organisation
Road: Baylis St from south side of Morgan St to the north side of the Lagoon Bridge. Duration: Mon 25/04/2016 9:30am to 12pm Reason: ANZAC Day parade and commemorative service
Road: Morgan Street from the western side of Berry Street to the western side of Baylis Street. Duration: Mon 25/04/2016 9.30am to 10.30am Reason: ANZAC Day parade Detours: Detours around each road closure will be indicated by signs
RFT 2013/025 SUPPLY
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A 2pm all-ages, drug and alcohol free show. Tickets are $10 presale (booking fee applies) or $15 at the door. An 18 and over show kicks off at 8pm. Tickets are $20 presale (booking fee applies) or $25 at the door. Tickets at www. popupgigs.com.
OF LEGAL SERVICES
Suitably endorsed Tenders marked “RFT 2016/011 Supply Of Legal Services” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 4 May 2016. This is a schedule of rates contract and Council is seeking to appoint a Panel of Suppliers with the necessary skills, resources and experience to offer legal services across a broad range of Local Government issues. 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 the Manager, Corporate Governance on 1300 292 442 or email priest. christine@wagga.nsw.gov.au 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 the following web address: tenderlink.com/wagga
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PROPOSAL
Wagga Wagga City Council has received the following application to carry out
Closed. Ticket bookings are available online at civictheatre.com.au Closed
Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC)
Closed
Library
Closed Book chute available. Online access to e-resources at rrl.nsw.gov. au/elibrary/
Kerbside Waste Collection
festivals, Tired Lion will rock out to Wagga fans. Headlining Wagga’s Press Play Youth Week event, Tired Lion, joined by Melbourne folk rock outfit Creature Fear, will play two shows at the Home Tavern tonight, Saturday 16w April.
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ANZAC DAY 25 APRIL TRADING HOURS
SPLENDID: Tired Lion, who were this week named in the stellar line up for one of the country’s biggest music festival’s Splendour in the Grass, will play in Wagga tonight – don’t miss this one.
Get a little piece of Splendour in the Grass right here in Wagga. Indie rock band Tired Lion have this week been named in the mammoth line up for Splendour 2016. Before they make the trip north to Byron Bay for one of the country’s biggest music
of our community values, forming real and respectful partnerships in creating the peaceful and supportive city we value. If the attendees at the Big Business Breakfast are an indication of the professionalism and commitment of the wider sector our future is bright indeed.
Livestock Marketing Centre Museum - Historic Council Chambers Site
Museum – Botanic Gardens Site
Kerbside bins will be collected as normal
Closed Closed Closed
Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre
Open 1pm to 5pm
Sewer Service Problems
Ph: 1300 292 442
Rural Waste Facilities
Visitor Information Centre
“Development” under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. DA16/0178, Conversion of dwelling to boarding house, 5 Galleon Pl ESTELLA NSW 2650, Lot 25 DP 849033, Applicant: Coralie Faye Malcolm Name of Consent Authority: Wagga Wagga City Council The subject application and accompanying documentation, may be inspected at the following address until the closure of exhibition. Submission Period: 18/04/2016 to 02/05/2016 Where: Wagga Wagga City Council, cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga (Customer Service Counter). When: 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (except Public Holidays). Any person seeking to make a submission in relation to the abovementioned development should address all correspondence to the Consent Authority to be received prior to 5pm on the final day of the exhibition period. If any submission is made by way of objection, the grounds of objection must be specified in the submission.
Tarcutta: Closed
Open from 1pm to 5pm Persons lodging submissions are required to declare political donations (including donations of more than $1,000) made in the previous two years. For more details, including disclosure form, go to www.planning.nsw. gov.au/donations. Persons making written submissions regarding the above development are advised that any submission received within the submission period will be subject to the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act (PIPPA) and may be attached to the final report, in its entirety or in part, to Council unless explicitly requested by the person making the submission that they do not wish this to occur. 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 telephone Development Services on 1300292442.
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