Council News #89 - April 9 2016

INSIDE: Open letter from the General Manager addressing animal shelter concerns

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FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 9 APRIL 2016

Issue 89

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EXCLUSIVE: Wagga senior Pam Hayes (left) interviews Centacare’s Lyn Reilly, Facilitator of Grandparents Doing it Tough support group as part of the Seniors Festival Silver Screen Seniors workshop.

Seniors Festival another success

Hundreds of Wagga seniors have embraced the activities of the 2016 Seniors Festival.

The programme of events included everything from morning teas, a performance by Australian entertainer Rhonda Burchmore, excursions to Uranquinty Power Station, Altina Wildlife Park and Lockhart, a love cats collage workshop, hairdressing sessions and more.

Pam Hayes was one of eight Wagga seniors to put their hand up to take part in the Silver Screen Seniors workshop, which involved learning how to become a real-life news reporter.

After learning filming techniques from Charles Sturt University students and interview tips from a former ABC journalist, Pam and the news crew put their new skills to the test, interviewing participants at a range of Seniors Festival events.

“It’s been a really fun thing to do and I've learnt a lot. The university students have been very accommodating and have some great skills to share. I am looking forward to seeing the finished product from all the filming,” Pam said.

Winners of the Wagga Wagga Seniors Festival 2016 Community Service Awards were announced last week.

The worthy recipients were Alan and Nancye Evans, Brenda Shone, Geoff Fellows, Elaine Furze, Bill Prest and Joan Saboisky.

Each senior was recognised for their outstanding contributions to the Wagga community.

Next steps for sewer scheme Council enters second round of funding applications for San Isidore San Isidore residents are a step closer to potentially being connected to the sewer network.

At the March Ordinary Meeting, the City of Wagga Wagga resolved to proceed with a second application to the Restart NSW Regional Water and Backlog Scheme.

Council made a recent funding application to the scheme for both the villages of Oura and San Isidore.

The application for Oura was not successful, while the application for San

Isidore was accepted into the second round of the process, which involves a detailed application containing additional project information.

“Unfortunately without a successful funding application, the Oura sewer project is not financially viable at this time,” Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall said.

“The ongoing operating cost for the Oura scheme is $514,000 per annum, while the estimated sewerage fees collected would be only $32,000.

“This would mean all ratepayers in the

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Local Government Area would pay an additional $20 in sewerage fees to cover the shortfall.”

If the second round application for San Isidore was successful and Council resolved to undertake the project, ratepayers would pay about $8 extra each year in sewerage fees to subsidise the ongoing operating cost for that village.

“A decision on whether or not to go ahead with the San Isidore sewer scheme and any additional cost to sewer user has not been made,” Cr Kendall said.

“Council has not been successful in gaining

funding through the backlog scheme for about 20 years, so it’s important that we keep our foot in the door by making the second round application.

“This is an important issue where Council must weigh up financial, social and environmental health implications.”

A sewer network for San Isidore will now be included as a concept in the draft Long Term Financial Plan 2016-26, which will be placed on public exhibition next month.

Council will also meet with the Oura community in the near future to discuss the March meeting resolution.

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Letter from the General Manager Over the course of the past week, a number of community members and animal welfare advocates have contacted Council regarding recent media reports about the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter (GRAS).

The response has been overwhelming. We have endeavoured to get back to as many of you as possible as we too take these concerns about animal welfare seriously.

If we have been unable to contact you personally, the following letter will answer many of your questions about the issues highlighted in the media and the ongoing improvements at the shelter.

OCTOBER 2014: PHOTOGRAPH OF DECEASED CAT IN DECEASED ANIMAL STORAGE FREEZER

Many of you may have seen graphic images of a deceased cat in the freezer.

I can assure you that this cat was not left to die in the freezer.

That month, eight deceased cats were recorded at GRAS. Seven cats were euthanased

by Council’s contract veterinary officer, who determines the animal is deceased.

The eighth cat had been fatally hit by a vehicle in a suburban Wagga street and a Council Ranger was dispatched to collect the deceased animal. The deceased cat was scanned and no microchip was identified.

The deceased cat was placed in the Animal Shelter freezer, as per standard practice with deceased animals.

A volunteer later took a photo of this deceased cat and incorrectly believed it had been placed in the freezer alive due to the large amount of blood on the animal caused by vehicle impact.

7 MARCH 2015: LIVE CAT FOUND IN ANIMAL SHELTER FREEZER

As you are aware, a volunteer reported that a live cat had been found in the animal shelter freezer in March last year.

Council requested an independent investigation into the matter by the RSPCA in July 2015 and is hopeful it will be able to provide Council with a copy of the report soon.

While the report has not been provided to Council as yet, the RSPCA has published its findings, which read: “Upon review of all available evidence, it was determined that no proceedings could be commenced as RSPCA NSW was not confident of proving criminal charges beyond reasonable doubt”.

Following the release of these findings, I would like to note the facts the RSCPA obtained through written statements: • On 7 March 2015, a Council Ranger was handed a cat by a resident in the GRAS office who noted the cat had been wandering around near his residence for several days and had been injured at some point.

• The Ranger then walked to the cattery holding the cat in their arms. As the Ranger entered the common area between the cattery and the kennels, a volunteer was walking a large dog on a lead.

• The cat in the Ranger’s arms reacted to the dog and clawed the Ranger in an attempt to escape.

• The Ranger immediately entered the cattery with the intent to secure the cat in a cage.

• The Ranger entered the cattery and moved into the cat cage area to find two unrestrained small to medium-sized dogs, which ran while barking loudly toward the Ranger and the cat.

• Who placed the two dogs in the cattery formed a part of the investigation by the RSPCA. • Before the Ranger was able to secure the cat in a cage, the cat bit the Ranger on the right thumb. The bite was forceful enough for a tooth to be lodged in the Ranger’s thumb.

• The Ranger stepped back into the entrance area to get the cat safely away from the dogs.

The cat continued to bite the Ranger, who held the cat by the scruff of its neck with their left hand in an attempt to restrain it. In doing so, the cat became motionless.

• The Ranger then re-entered the cat cage area and secured the motionless cat in a cage, then left to get urgent medical attention at the GRAS office.

• A second Ranger was informed of the incident.

The second Ranger left the office area.

• Council enquiries after the incident found the second Ranger believed the cat was deceased as it was unresponsive. As it was left in the cage and potentially visible to the public, the Ranger removed the cat from the cage and placed it in the deceased animal storage freezer.

• Council enquiries after the incident found the believed-to-be-deceased cat was in the freezer for no longer than three minutes.

At no time did Council staff intentionally place a live animal in the freezer. However, a number of questions about this incident remain - including why dogs were placed in the cattery, which appears to be a key factor of why this incident occurred.

I would also like to clarify that the Ranger who placed the cat in the freezer has not been employed at Council since last year.

INCORRECT DATA ON THE WEBSITE

During the past three financial years, there are some discrepancies between the number of animals that entered and how they left the shelter.

The discrepancies have occurred due to some data being duplicated. Rangers previously used a handwritten ledger and transitioned to the electronic system in 2012/13.

In the new system it is not possible to monitor duplicated entries and following the discovery of this issue, the figures are now manually reviewed and have been adjusted.

Unfortunately the figures were not updated on Council’s website in a timely manner, which has added to the confusion around the data and I apologise for this error.

I can assure you no animal at the shelter is unaccounted for and the updated and accurate figures are pictured right.

ONGOING CHANGES AT THE SHELTER

Since stepping into the General Manager role in October 2015, I have not seen any evidence to suggest animals have been mistreated at GRAS. A number of changes have already been made at GRAS, including: • I am engaging a third party to review the facility and procedures.

• Introduction of a low euthanasia policy which means animals are kept for longer than the legislated period • Installation of beds in the dog kennels to ensure there is never an issue with wet cement when the kennel area is cleaned • The commissioning of a service review last year and the ongoing implementation of its recommendations Earlier this week, I announced a number of additional immediate actions to ensure we are not only meeting our legislative requirements, but providing the best care possible at the shelter: • The Manager Environment and Recreation Services will take over management of the shelter from senior staff in the interim while all issues are thoroughly investigated and to allow for third party validation of the facility • A review of customer interactions will also take place.

• Council’s Governance section will review current practices and ensure Council is meeting its legislative obligations • An automatic watering system for kennels will be investigated • Issues regarding the in-floor heating in the new kennels will be rectified In closing, we are committed to animal welfare and we are taking all of the concerns raised seriously.

Many of you have asked Council for action this week, and process and policy changes at GRAS have and will continue to be made.

Kind regards,

Wagga Wagga City Council Glenfield Road Animal Shelter (GRAS) Statistics

Dogs DOGS INCOMING 2012 - 2015 900

800 700

770

600

2013/14

689 717

2014/15

500 400 300 200

321 327

263

100 0

21 24 34 Seized

Abandoned

Surrendered

DOGS OUTGOING 2012 - 2015 500 450

449 460

400

2012/13

436

2013/14

350

2014/15

351

300

304

250

266

200

171

150

132

100

156

112

50 0

143

109 24 24 29

Released to owners

Released to organisations for rehoming

Sold

Other

Euthanased

Cats CATS INCOMING 2012 - 2015 550 500 450 400 350 300 250 200 150 100 50 0

523

2012/13

2013/14

406

2014/15

335

26 24 17 Seized

6 Abandoned

4

1

Surrendered

CATS OUTGOING 2012 - 2015 260 240 220 200 180 160

244 2012/13

210

2013/14

198

2014/15

140 100

92

60

0

98

65 54

40 20

143

136

120 80

Alan Eldridge General Manager, City of Wagga Wagga

2012/13

24 25

31

Released to owners

7 5 10 Sold

Released to organisations for rehoming

Other

Euthanased

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Triple J Unearthed winners in Wagga on 16 April

Indie rock band Tired Lion are set to be a roaring success when they play at Wagga’s National Youth Week concert later this month.

Fresh off being named Triple J’s Unearthed Artist of the Year and J award winners in 2015, the Perth four-piece will headline Press Play on Saturday 16 April.

Tired Lion will be joined by Melbourne folk

rock outfit Creature Fear for two shows at the Home Tavern – an all ages, drug and alcohol free gig at 2pm and an 18 years and over show from 8pm.

Press Play 2016 follows last year’s successful event, which brought Melbourne outfits Kalacoma and Dear Plastic to Wagga for National Youth Week.

Don’t miss your chance to see two of

Australia’s up-and-coming bands with tickets on sale now.

Pop into the Home Tavern, Don Tuckwell’s Audio or visit popupgigs.com (booking fee applies).

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.

Big turn out for Annual Grants information session More than 50 residents discovered more about the 2016/17 Annual Grants Program at the first information session on Wednesday 6 April.

Grants officers for all categories were on hand to discuss potential applications and answer questions about the $175,000 program, including Social Planning Coordinator Lisa Saffery who spoke with Frank Newah-Jarfoi about a possible project.

The next session is on Wednesday 27 April from 6pm to 7.30pm. For more information, visit wagga. nsw.gov.au/grants.

Two City of Wagga Wagga employees have been recognised at the NSW & ACT Young Achiever Awards 2016 held in Sydney on 1 April.

Aboriginal Youth and Community Development Officer Ashleigh Pengelly was awarded the AustralianSuper Career Kick Start Award, while Art Gallery Assistant James Farley was the joint winner of The Coffee Club (Australia) Arts and Fashion Award.

The Young Achiever Awards are a national program, aiming to acknowledge and highlight the achievements of young Australians, educate the general public, encourage and motivate young Australians at all levels, and develop a sense of pride in being Australian.

Ms Pengelly is a valued member of the Wagga NAIDOC Committee and was a driving force

in creating events such as the 2015 NAIDOC Masquerade Ball and Awards.

A passionate photographic artist, Mr Farley was recognised for his work which explores experimental arts practice in the environment.

Wagga resident Joshua Celi was also honoured on the night with the Aboriginal Educational Council Aboriginal Education Award.

“This award for three of our community’s outstanding young people is well deserved and a valuable recognition of their accomplishments,” Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall said.

“Wagga is very proud of these three outstanding young people I’m sure they will continue to make tremendous contributions to the social and cultural life of Wagga.”

Road works to improve link to Bomen

BYRNES ROAD

Start date: Starting Wednesday 13 April Where: 1.6km stretch starting at

the Oura Road roundabout What: Road base strengthening & extra drainage work Duration: around two months

EUNONY BRIDGE ROAD

Start date: Week starting 2 May Where: 1.3km stretch between the Sturt Highway and Eunony Bridge What: Road base strengthening Duration: around two months 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. If you live along one of these sections of road you will still be able to access your driveway under traffic control.

If you wish to receive reminders and updates on this project as an SMS direct to your phone please email your name, phone number, and the words ‘Bomen Roads’ to communityengagement@ wagga.nsw.gov.au

wagga.nsw.gov.au/roads

Leprechaun’s Bean, Forsyth Street.

Ph. 6937 2601

THIS WEEK:

VEGE SWAP OR BUY

Every Saturday 9am 12pm Demonstration Gardens, cnr Albury and Shaw Streets. Ph: 0411 417 956

ART ON THE LEVEE

Sat 9 April 9am - 2pm 131 Tarcutta Street, on the levee bank. Ph: 6922 3360 or 0407 017 951

SPROUT & ABOUT MARKETS

Sat 9 April 8am - 1pm Foodies, farmers and friends. Wollundry Lagoon, Civic Centre Precinct.

Ph: 0437 694 010

RCM CONCERT SERIES

Sat 9 April 7pm Australian Landscapes ReImagined. Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, Civic Centre.

wagga.nsw.gov.au/pressplay

Local Government election date announced

The next election for the Council of the City of Wagga Wagga will be held on Saturday, 10 September 2016.

Local Government is an elected system of government directly accountable to the local community, with leadership of councils provided by ‘the Council’. This is all of the elected

representatives, or Councillors, who work together to provide good governance for the benefit of their local community.

If you are looking to run as a candidate or just looking for the most up to date information, visit votensw.info or call 1300 135 736.

Meet Panda

Wagga's finest recognised at young achiever awards

The next stage of the City of Wagga Wagga’s Bomen Enabling Roads Project will begin next week, with works scheduled for sections of Byrnes Road and Eunony Bridge Road.

The $2.5M works are another step towards providing better heavy vehicle access from the Sturt Highway to the Olympic Highway via the Bomen Business Park.

Press Play 2016 is funded by the City of Wagga Wagga, National Youth Week and the Home Tavern, with support from Wagga Wagga Community Drug Action Team, NSW Police Force, Allison Music and Regenerate Youth Festival.

Ph: 6925 3522

NATIONAL EMERGING ART GLASS PRIZE 2016

Sat 9 April to Sun 17 July Wagga Wagga Art Gallery presents the National Emerging Art Glass Prize, an acquisitive, biennial national competition established to promote innovation and excellence in contemporary glass.

National Art Glass Gallery.

CANCER SUPPORT GROUP MEETING

Tues 12 April 2pm The Wagga Cancer Support Group is a community based group for men and women who have been diagnosed with cancer. It’s an open group providing information and support for anyone interested in joining. The

METAFIT + MEDITATION

Wed 13 April 6pm 7.30pm For males and females explore an holistic journey towards physical and mental wellbeing. Collins Park. $25 Ph. 0435 817 927

THE TEN SOPRANOS - ‘TIME TO WIN’ TOUR Thur 14 April 8pm Possibly the most powerful all female group in Australia, The Ten Sopranos combines classical and contemporary singing which provides a musical feast to whet the appetite of true music fans of all ages.

FREEWHEELING BEHIND THE SCENES TOUR Fri 15 April 11am

Go behind the scenes in the place where Australia stores its treasure! In a first for Wagga, Senior Curator Daniel Oakman will lead a behind the scenes tour of the National Museum of Australia.

Using a live video link into the collection stores in Canberra, Daniel will explain the process of pulling together a national exhibition like Freewheeling, and showcase additional special objects that weren’t able to tour to Wagga. Free. Historic Council Chambers

VINTAGE AND ANTIQUE HATS AND BONNETS Fri 15 April 8pm Joanne Rolfe exquisite hats from her exhibition.

Bring along antique and vintage hats for showing and discussion. ARCC Hall, Tarcutta Street.

Ph: 6921 3096

This week’s pet of the week is a female bull terrier cross named Panda (imp 197).

Panda is a relaxed little girl who is aged between one and two years old.

You can adopt Panda from the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter for $323.40, which includes microchipping, lifetime registration, vaccination, desexing and worming.

If you would like to meet Panda 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.

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Collingullie Tuesday April 5, 3.45pm – 4.45pm Humula Wednesday April 6, 9.15am – 11.15am Tarcutta Friday April 8, 9am – 11am Ph: (02) 6926 9771

www.rrl.nsw.gov.au

ART works

STREET ART WORKSHOP Monday 11 Wednesday 13 April Tolland Community Centre, Bruce Street Tolland Cost: FREE Bookings are essential

miller.tracie@wagga.nsw.gov.au or call 6926 9356

Join Poncho Army for a three day hands on workshop this National Youth Week at the Tolland Community Centre. You’ll cover painting techniques with a street art focus, stencil art and skateboard deck design.

WAGGA WORKS Our City's Creative Expression

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Autumn school holiday fun

The Federal Government has placed tight deadlines on Council to use the funds ($14.5M) or we will lose this money.

The first stage of the RiFL project is to construct enabling An important issue for roads. These consist of a new link road from the future development of the city and the region the Olympic Highway to Bomen and a new is the rail intermodal entry road to the existing development at Bomen industrial development (RiFL Hub). at Bomen.

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These roads will allow the closure of the level rail crossing at Bomen, which is a death trap, and allow heavy vehicles travelling from the north towards the Sturt Highway to divert away from the Gobba Bridge, reducing the traffic load on this bridge.

The new roads will also open up new land for industrial development in the Bomen Business Park, which is essential

for the longer term development of business and jobs in Wagga Wagga.

The RiFL Hub is a partnership project between Council and the private sector and is subject to commercial viability. The Bomen roads unlock this opportunity by opening up both road and rail access.

Our private sector

MUNNY MUNNY MUNNY Create a unique vinyl toy when you take part in this exciting youth week workshop, funded by Council’s 2015/16 Annual Grants Program.

When: Tuesday 12 to Thursday 14 April, 10am to 1pm Where: Eastern Riverina Arts, 98 Fitzmaurice Street Contact: Cultural Officer Tracie Miller on 1300 292 442 BRIGHTLIGHTS Develop your digital skills at this free fiveday workshop with Andrew Hagan, which is suitable for ages 12 and up.

When: Tuesday 19 to Saturday 23 April, 10am to 4pm Where: Historic Council Chambers

NOTICE OF COUNCIL MEETINGS APRIL 2016

In accordance with the provisions of Section 9 of the Local Government Act 1993, notice is hereby given that an Ordinary meeting of the Council of the City of Wagga Wagga will be held at 6.00pm on Tuesday, 26 April 2016 in the Council Meeting Room, cnr Baylis & Morrow Streets Wagga Wagga.

Notice is also hereby given that a Policy and Strategy Committee meeting will be held at 6.00pm on Monday, 11 April 2016 in the Council Meeting Room, cnr Baylis & Morrow Streets Wagga Wagga. This meeting will be immediately followed by a Supplementary Council meeting.

Notice is also hereby given that an Extraordinary meeting of the Council of the City of Wagga Wagga will be held at 6.00pm on Thursday, 21 November 2016 in the Council Meeting Room, Civic Centre, Baylis Street Wagga Wagga.

All meetings are open to members of the public.

Members of the public wishing to address the Policy and Strategy Committee regarding agenda items, must complete the appropriate Public Address Form and return it to Council by 10.00am on the day of meeting.

The form is available from the Customer Service counter at the Wagga Wagga Civic Centre or from Council’s website www. wagga.nsw.gov.au/paforms Copies of the Agenda are also available to the public, at the meetings or from the Customer Service Centre at the Wagga Wagga Civic Centre three (3) days prior to the meetings or

WAGGA WAGGA ART GALLERY Come and discover Country & Western: landscape re-imagined and use the activity book to explore, draw and engage with artists’ works from all over Australia.

Inside the activity book you’ll learn about some of the artists and the artworks in the exhibition.

Bookings: 6926 9356

STREET ART WORKSHOPS Youth street art workshops led by street artist Trina Collins will run during the school holidays at the Tolland Community Centre. The free workshops will suit kids aged 12 to 17 years.

When: 11 to 13 April, 10am to 1pm Where: Tolland Community Centre

from Council’s website www. wagga.nsw.gov.au

EOI 2016-601 DESIGN & CONSTRUCT BOMEN LINK ROADS ROAD UNDERPASS

Wagga Wagga City Council (“Council”) invites Expressions of Interest (“EOI”) from suitably qualified and experienced contractors interested in entering into a contract for the design and construction of Bomen Link Roads and Road Underpass – Bomen (“Project”).

The proposed scope of work for the Project includes but is not limited to: Package A: Bomen link roads and other works including new heavy vehicle road construction, intersections, removal of rail infrastructure, construction of road infrastructure to connect with Package B works, schedule and interface co-ordination, relocation of utility services, lighting, traffic management and other services.

Package B: West Bomen Rd underpass and associated works including construction of a grade-separated underpass under the Main Southern Railway Line, rail track removal and replacement, drainage, schedule and interface coordination, construction of road infrastructure to connect with Package A works, relocation of utility services, lighting, traffic management and other services.

It is Council’s preference that the new link roads, intersections and road underpass be delivered under one design and construct contract. However, Council may elect to deliver Package A and Package B under separate contracts, with different contractors. Therefore, should

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

Without Federal, State and Local government support for projects like this, they will not happen and the Riverina, NSW and Australia will slip behind its competitors.

The Federal Government has committed funding. Your Council has committed funding. The State Government has not yet committed to this project.

Bookings: publicart@wagga.nsw.gov.au or 6926 9356

Wagga will be a hive of activity during the April school holidays with everything from fun at the theatre to street art workshops.

To find out everything that’s happening across the city, check out the school holiday activities guide online at visitwaggawagga.com/whats-on.

Public Notices

partner, Genesee and Wyoming Australia, is a genuine player in the industry and it is great for the region for them to be considering Wagga.

My view on one of the roles of government at all three levels is that it should be investing in enabling infrastructure to drive economic growth for the region. That is what we are trying to do with the roads.

a respondent not have the experience or capacity to deliver both Package A and B, they may choose to respond to this EOI for Package A or B only.

Details of Council’s requirements are set out in the EOI Brief.

Enquires should be directed to Mark Hewson on 02 6926 9430 or email Hewson.Mark@wagga. nsw.gov.au. A non-refundable fee of $110.00 will be charged for each hard copy of the EOI Brief or the EOI Brief can be accessed at nil cost on the following web address: https://www.tenderlink. com/wagga EOI Responses must be submitted prior to the Closing Time of 2pm Friday 22 April 2016

EXHIBITION OF DRAFT WORKS IN-KIND AGREEMENT POLICY (POL 003)

Council hereby gives public notice of the exhibition of it draft Works in Kind Agreement Policy. The draft Works in Kind Agreement Policy will be on exhibition from 9 April 2016 for a period of 28 days, until 7 May 2016 Council invites public submissions on the draft Policy, with submissions being accepted up until 5.00 p.m 20 May 2016.

The purpose of the draft policy is to provide guidelines for the assessment of a works in kind or other material public benefit offered by an applicant for development in lieu of the part or full payment of – • Section 94 developer contributions under Council’s Section 94 contribution plan; or • Section 94A levies under Council’s Section 94A contributions plan. Inspection Venue: The draft Works In Kind Agreement Policy is available

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WAGGA WAGGA CITY LIBRARY VERY HUNGRY FINGER PUPPETS In partnership with the Civic Theatre, the library will be holding finger puppetmaking sessions after the performances of The Very Hungry Caterpillar on April 21.

Where: Library Children’s Area When: Thursday 21 April, 11am, 1.30pm and 4pm following each performance Cost: Free, no bookings required DINOSAUR DAZE Monday 18 April is Dinosaur Library Day! Participants will play games, learn dinosaur facts and build 3D models with master model maker Tony Owen.

Where: Library Community Learning

for review at Wagga Wagga City Council, Cnr Baylis & Morrow Sts, Wagga Wagga, during the hours of 9am 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 Works In – Kind Agreement 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 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 may be referred to Colby Farmer, Manager Development Services on 1300 292 442.

RFT 2016/011 SUPPLY 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

Time is not on our side.

If the NSW Government does not support this development with funding, the project will not proceed.

The State Government is examining various proposals for developments in regional NSW. We hope they will see the merit of our proposal.

Councillor Alan Brown

Space When: Monday 18 April. Session 1: 11am to noon. Session 2: 1pm to 2pm Cost: $10.

Bookings: 6926 9700 or wcl@wagga. nsw.gov.au (limit of 15 participants per session, must be primary school age) SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN Mondays to Saturdays in the school holidays, the library provides free board games, Xbox Kinect, colouring activities, Wi-Fi and, of course, books in the Children’s Area.

CIVIC THEATRE VERY HUNGRY CATERPILLAR SHOW Based on Eric Carle’s books, the classic children’s tale will come to life on the Civic Theatre stage for three shows on 21 April.

Created by Jonathan Worsley and directed by Naomi Edwards, the show will enchant with its 75 magical puppets created by New York’s Puppet Kitchen.

When: Thursday 21 April, 10am, 12.30pm and 3pm Cost: Tickets $25, group of 4+ $20 Bookings: civictheatre.com.au or 6926 9689

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 “Development” under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979.

DA16/0175, Temporary use of land as entertainment facility 20 days in each calendar year Coleman St TURVEY PARK NSW 2650, Lot 2 DP 543801, Applicant: Kildare Catholic College 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: 11/04/2016 to 26/04/2016 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.

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 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 1300 292 442.

ALAN ELDRIDGE GENERAL MANAGER

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