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FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 16 JANUARY 2016
Issue 77
Weekly information from us to you Giddy up! Brumbies set for Wagga trial There’s no time to horse around – grab your tickets now for the 6 February blockbuster Super Rugby trial in Wagga. The Brumbies will host crossborder rivals the Waratahs in what is set to be a huge crowd at McDonald’s Park. Players (from right) Robbie Coleman, Nick Jooste and Tyrel Lomax were in Wagga this week to get a taste of the city before the big game. Tickets are $5 for juniors (five to 15 years) and $15 for adults (plus online service fees). Kids under five are free of charge. To purchase tickets for the Wagga trial match against the Waratahs head to eventopia.co. Keep an eye out in Council News for your chance to win a fantastic prize to celebrate the BrumbiesWaratahs game in Wagga.
Hangar to sell for $2.8M Douglas Aerospace Pty Ltd using a $2.5M loan from Wagga Wagga City Council. The company defaulted on this loan in early 2015 when it went into voluntary administration, at which point Council acquired the hangar, plant and equipment. Under the terms of the agreement Council will undertake rectification works to enable a Building Certificate to be issued. Rex will pay a Licence Fee of $20,000 per month to be rebated against the sale price The agreement will see Rex of the hangar upon completion purchase the hanger for $2.8M. of the rectification works. Upon completion of the sale, Council will The hangar was built by aircraft painting and refurbishment business enter into a long term sub-lease of
Wagga Wagga City Council and Regional Express (Rex) are pleased to announce they have reached a Sale of Assets Agreement in relation to the hangar at the Wagga Wagga Regional Airport.
Diprotodon Image reproduced with permission; © Australian Postal Corporation 2008; illustrator: Peter Trusler
the land with Rex. The rectification works are estimated to take three to four months to complete at an estimated cost of between $300,000 to $400,000. Wagga Wagga City Council’s General Manager, Alan Eldridge, said the sale of the hangar to Australia’s largest independent regional airline is an outstanding outcome for the community. “Rex has proved its commitment to the Riverina time and time again with ongoing, multimillion-dollar investments that continue to play an
important role in the local economy,” Mr Eldridge said. “The expertise and financial strength that Rex brings to this deal provides certainty for the future of the hangar as an aircraft painting and refurbishing facility and its ability to generate unique job opportunities. I thank Rex for its assistance in reaching an agreement that represents value for ratepayers’ money. “This agreement came about after the elected council agreed to continue to look proactively at all potential outcomes for this facility.
This has allowed Council staff to come to an agreed sale to Rex that provides great long term benefits for the city whilst alleviating the immediate costs.” Rex Group’s Executive Chairman, Lim Kim Hai, said that Rex agreed to take on the challenge to save jobs for the community. “While aircraft painting is not core to our activities, we believe that we are in the best position to make this business viable given the substantial synergies with our heavy maintenance base is also located at Wagga Wagga airport.” Mr Lim said.
Wagga's selfless servants honoured
Nominees for the 2016 Wagga Wagga Australia Day Awards have been revealed ahead of the ceremony to be held on Monday 25 January. There are 10 nominees for Citizen of the Year and two for Young Citizen, along with three nominations for the prestigious Walk of Honour. No nominations that met the criteria of the award were received for the Ted Ryder Memorial Sports Award. “It’s great to see so many outstanding members of our community recognised with nomination for an award,” Wagga Wagga City Council Event Coordinator Karly Pieper said. “The Australia Day Awards are a fantastic way to honour the hard work and dedication the people of our community do to make the city a better place.” The awards ceremony is just one event during what is set to be a fun-
filled celebration of activities over the Monday and Tuesday in the city. “It will be a jam-packed couple of days,” Ms Pieper said. “There will be something for everyone, whether it be the Picnic at the Oasis, the awards on the Monday night, or enjoying the various events and activities to be held at the Wagga Beach precinct on Australia Day itself. “The upgraded beach will be the perfect backdrop for markets, a free breakfast, free amusements, the Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony and entertainment for all of the family.” A full list of events for Australia Day in Wagga Wagga can be found at wagga.nsw.gov.au/australiaday.
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This week’s pet is a domestic short hair cat called Sam. Sam is a friendly tabby who likes to be tickled under his chin. He can be adopted from the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter for $191.70, which includes microchipping, lifetime registration, first
vaccination, desexing and worming. If you would like to meet Sam or any of his furry friends, come down to the shelter from Monday to Saturday between 1pm and 4.15pm. For more information, contact the shelter on 6971 4651 or visit wagga. nsw.gov.au/animals.
mobile library timetable Collingullie Tuesday December 8, 3.45pm – 4.45pm Humula Wednesday December 9, 9.15am – 11.15am Tarcutta Friday December 11, 9am – 11am Ph: (02) 6926 9771
Citizen of the Year Trevor Argus Phil Hoey Judith Galloway Jim Rees James Hamilton Garry Gurtner Andrew Wallace Kevin Kerr Joe Williams Genevieve Fleming
Young Citizen of the Year Brianna Peet Hannah Kempton Walk of Honour Jim Rees John Brasier William Kennedy
LET'S CELEBRATE: Events Coordinator Karly Pieper gets in the Australia Day spirit.
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Australia Day 2016 award nominees
Council mourns loss of stalwart Wagga City Council staff farewelled one of their own this month, with the passing of long-standing Council employee Ian Fitzpatrick. Ian (Fitzy) Fitzpatrick was a hardworking, honest and dedicated employee of Council for 31 years. He started out with Council initially as a Motor Vehicle Mechanic and most recently worked as a Senior Plant Operator at the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre. Extensive knowledge and understanding gathered in the years he was at Council meant Ian was a mentor to numerous staff and a friend to many more. Ian passed away peacefully on Tuesday 29 December, 2015, aged 55. He was farewelled by relatives and friends at the Lawn Cemetery Chapel on Thursday 7 January, 2016.
SADLY MISSED: Ian Fitzpatrick (left) pictured with Mayor Rod Kendall when he was presented with a certificate to mark 30 years of employment at Council.
www.rrl.nsw.gov.au THIS WEEK:
Sunday 7 february 2016
free
tip day!
JENNI KEMARRE MARTINIELLO: FURNACE WEAVE
Until Sun 17 January As a contemporary urban based Aboriginal (Arrernte) glass artist, Jenni Kemarre Martiniello’s works pay tribute to traditional weavers, and provide recognition for these ancient cultural practices through the contemporary medium of glass. Wagga Wagga Art Gallery. Ph: 6926 9660
THE BIG DIG
Make your own emu pom-pom puppets at the Museum of the Riverina, inspired by the exhibition The Sauntering Emu and Other Stories: Life with the Birds of the Riverina.
Dates
Tuesday 19 January
10:30am - 12:30pm and 2pm - 4pm
Thursday 21 January
10:30am - 12:30pm and 2pm - 4pm
COST: $5 PER CHILD
Museum of the Riverina, Botanic Gardens site, Lord Baden Powell Drive For children aged 5-12 yrs accompanied by an adult/carer
Bookings essential
P 6926 9655 E museum@wagga.nsw.gov.au
Book online: wagga.nsw.gov.au/museum
The Museum of the Riverina is supported by the NSW Government through Arts NSW
free entry - sunday 7 february Wagga Wagga City Council are pleased to advise that the next FREE ENTRY to Gregadoo Waste Management Centre will be held on Sunday 7
February 2016.
Residents can dispose of general domestic waste including garden rubbish, mixed recyclables and general household waste free of charge. Please note: special wastes such as tyres, builders waste, refrigerative items, mattresses and gas bottles are not included in the free disposal day and will be charged as per normal fees and charges. Free disposal is limited to cars, vans, utes and single axle trailers only.
Don’t forget, polystyrene, televisions and computers are accepted free of charge everyday! Gregadoo Waste Management Centre OPENING HOURS
7am – 4.30pm
Further INFORMATION For more information call us on 1300 292 442 or visit our website for full list of fees and charges.
www.wagga.nsw.gov.au
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Until Sun 31 January Dig, sift, brush and examine objects from the distant past. Learn about the enormous Diprotodon - a wombat the size of a hippo – which lived nearby, and about the remarkable people who shared the land with him. For kids aged 4-14 and their carers. Free. Museum of the Riverina, Historic Council Chambers. Ph: 6926 9655
KIDZONE
The best place for kids to discover and play has costumes (for kids and grown ups!) crafts and special museum items you can touch and hold. Tour the Museum’s farm machinery collection, Sporting Hall of Fame and edible history garden, then let the kids run wild in Kidzone! Free entry. Museum of the Riverina, Botanic Gardens site. Ph: 6926 9655
TARCUTTA MARKETS
Sat 16 January, 10am - 2pm Tarcutta Memorial Hall, Sydney Street, Tarcutta.
Ph: 0477 472 154
MINIATURE RAILWAY
Sun 17 Jan 10:30am - 4pm $2 per ride, enclosed footwear essential. Botanic Gardens, Macleay Street.
TAKE FIVE BAND COMPASSION FUNDRAISING CONCERT
Sun 17 Jan, 1pm - 4pm Mt. Austin Primary School Hall, McKell Avenue. Ph: 6926 490
SUNDAY SESSIONS
Every Sunday, 3pm - 6pm Entertainment and food overlooking Lake Albert. Wagga Boat Club, Nelson Drive. Ph: 6926 2300
FUTURE FANTASTIQUE
Tue 19 to Fri 22 January Escape the heat and treat the family to a pop-up cinema movie experience and enjoy a showcase of out this world animation and family sci -fi classics. Curated especially for the young and the young at heart. Wagga Wagga Art Gallery. Ph: 6926 9660
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For support in organising your event, contact Council’s Events Unit at events@wagga.nsw.gov.au or 1300 292 442 Monday to Friday. To promote your event or for a full list of events go to: visitwagga.com or call 1300 100 122.
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Last chance to vote in Waggafest People's Choice
Time is running out to cast your vote in the Wagga Waggafest 365 Cups People’s Choice Award, with entries closing at 5pm on Monday 18 January. Hundreds of votes have been submitted so far, with only a handful currently separating the top three films. The $500 People’s Choice prize will be presented at Wagga’s Australia Day Awards night on 25 January at the Civic Theatre, which hosted the Waggafest Special Awards Screening Night last October. Sheraden Robins and collaborator Klutch Kable claimed the overall best film
prize at the awards night for The Wagga Wagga Sky, while the judges also awarded CSU student Thomas Parker’s Don’t Waste Wagga and Jacob Hillis-Skerry’s Blue. “There were so many great films shown at the Waggafest screening night and I know the judges had a tough time picking the winners,” Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall said. “Waggafest is about celebrating our community and sharing unique stories with each other and the world. “Now it’s time for you to pick your favourite
and I encourage everyone to take some time this weekend to watch the entries and cast your vote.” You can watch all of this year’s entries online at wagga.nsw. gov.au/waggafest and have your say before voting closes on 18 January. Waggafest was created from the city brand concept that Wagga is more than just one big thing – it’s the hundred things that add up to the city being a great place to live, work and play. The Tropfest-inspired short film competition was developed by Council and celebrated its fifth year in 2015.
Fine or no fine, generosity shines The generosity of the Wagga Wagga community has been highlighted once again, with more than 50 boxes of non-perishable food items donated to the annual Food for Fines campaign. The Wagga Wagga City Library’s 2015 appeal was supported by hundreds of library members – even those who didn’t have fines to pay. “Many people donated food even though they did not have any library fines,” Library Manager Claire Campbell said. “Of course, for those with a
guilty conscience, Food For Fines meant they could come back to the library and clear their debts, while taking the opportunity to borrow lots of books and dvds for the holidays.” All donated grocery items are collected by the Salvation Army and used to assist Wagga families during the busy and often expensive January holiday period, and sometimes well into the new year. “Feedback from the Salvation Army confirms that this campaign is highly appreciated as it helps
to restock their grocery shelves in the post-Christmas period,” Ms Campbell said. “This is a time when many people have large credit bills and the added expense of school clothes and resources for their children. “It is hard to know how many hundreds of families might benefit from this annual campaign across the year – however it is an established program that keeps on giving.” 2015 marked the 16th year of the Food For Fines campaign.
People's Choice closes 18 January: www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/waggafest
PIPPED AT THE POST: Former Olympian Geoff Huegill enjoys the finish of the 50m butterfly handicap race at the Oasis.
Huegill lights up Oasis Former Olympian Geoff Huegill made a splash at the Swimming NSW Country Regionals meet held at the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre on 9 and 10 January. Wagga Wagga Swimming Club, in partnership with Council, hosted the event, with more than 200 competitors along with officials, supporters and family members flowing through the facility. There was fast-paced action in the pool, with Huegill proving popular with the crowd as he signed autographs,
posed for selfies and presented medals on the Saturday. There were a number of star performances in the pool on the day, but the biggest cheer came as Huegill dove in and took part in a 50m butterfly handicap race. Huegill took on the four fastest male and female 50m butterfly swimmers, with “Skippy” pipped by young Wagga swimmer Meg Senior. Earlier, Councillor Greg Conkey officially opened the meet, recounting his youth as a competitive swimmer.
Wagga Wagga
Celebrations
Beyond Bank Australia Day Awards - 7pm at the Civic Theatre. Featuring a free concert and the National Anthem Competition Finalists Picnic at the Oasis - Free entry from 5pm-7pm. No entry or pass outs after 7pm. No glass, alcohol or commercial food
At the Wagga Beach 7am - Free Community Breakfast 8am-3pm - Free Amusements 8am-3pm - Markets at the Beach 9am - Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony 10am-3pm - Beyond Bank Entertainment Tent
Free Tip Day on 7 February The kids are almost back at school, so it must be time for a clean up. The first Free Tip Day of 2016 is on Sunday 7 February at Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC). Free Tip Day gives all Wagga Wagga residents the chance to dispose of their general domestic waste at no
cost at GWMC, which will be open from 7am to 4.30pm. There will be no charge for everything from garden waste to mixed recyclables and general household waste. Special wastes such as tyres, builders waste, refrigerative items, mattresses and gas bottles are not included
in the free disposal day and will be charged as per normal fees and charges. Free disposal is limited to cars, vans, utes and single axle trailers only. For more information and a full list of fees and charges, visit Council’s website www. wagga.nsw.gov.au or phone 1300 292 442.
At the Civic Theatre
FEATURING AUSTRALIA DAY AMBASSADOR JARRYD BYRNE
1pm - Australia Day Talent Quest
Fo r fu ll event detai ls v i si t Wagga.nsw.gov.au/AustraliaDay SPECIAL THANKS TO: PLEASE BE SUN SMART. PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY: ALL EVENTS ARE ALCOHOL AND GLASS FREE
• AirZone Entertainment Centre • Australian Army Band Kapooka • Wollundry Rotary • Kooringal Rotary • Multicultural Council of Wagga Wagga
• Time • Allison Music • Ollie’s Security • StarFM & 2WG
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FACILITY
TRADING HOURS
Administration Offices Wagga Wagga Civic Centre
Closed
Art Gallery & National Art Glass Gallery
Closed
Civic Theatre and Theatre Booking Office
Enquiries: Alan Eldridge, General Manager - 02 6926 9121 Closing Date: Friday, 22 January 2016
Box office and administration closed - Ticket bookings are available online at www.civictheatre. com.au
Glenfield Rd Animal Shelter
Closed
PROJECT MANAGER ENGINEERING (12 Month Fixed Term Contract )
Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC)
Open Normal Hours 7.00am to 4.30pm
Kerbside Waste Collection
Collections as normal
Library
Closed
Livestock Marketing Centre
Open as normal
Museum Historic Council Chambers Site
Closed
Museum – Botanic Gardens Site
Closed
Oasis Aquatic Centre
Monday 25/1/16 – 6am to 9pm Tuesday 26/1/16 – 9am to 6pm
Rural Waste Facilities
No change
Sewer Service Problems
Ph: 1300 292 442
Visitor Information Centre
Open Normal Hours 9am to 5pm
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VACANCIES
MANAGER PEOPLE & CULTURE
Enquiries: Alan Eldridge, General Manager - 02 6926 9121 Closing Date: Friday, 29 January 2016
LEAD ENGINEER - WATER & WASTE ASSETS
(12 Month Fixed Term Contract) Enquiries: Alan Eldridge, General Manager - 02 6926 9121 Closing Date: Friday, 29 January 2016
LEAD ENGINEER - CIVIL & BUILDING ASSETS
(12 Month Fixed Term Contract) Enquiries: Alan Eldridge, General Manager - 02 6926 9121 Closing Date: Friday, 29 January 2016
PROJECT MANAGER
(12 Month Fixed Term Contract) Enquiries: Alan Eldridge, General Manager - 02 6926 9121 Closing Date: Friday, 29 January 2016
To view these opportunities and apply, visit www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/jobs Wagga Wagga City Council is an EEO employer
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Public Notices NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road:Tichborne Cres between Berala St and Paul St. Date: Wednesday 27/01/16 Duration: 8am to 4pm Reason: Essential Energy Pole Maintenance Works. Detour: As signposted. Access to affected residences provided under guidance of traffic controllers.
NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Fitzhardinge St Date: 14 January 2016 - 29 January 2016 Duration: 7am - 6pm approx. 2 weeks weather permitting Reason: Remediation works
NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Copland St (between Hartog Pl & Say St) Date: 17 January 2016 - 18 January 2016 Duration: 2 Days weather permitting Reason: Surface Restoration works
NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURE
Notice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Johnston St (between
Councillor Column
I hope everyone has had a wonderful festive season and will have a very fruitful 2016. Wagga Wagga’s next big celebration is Australia Day, which will commence at 7am with a free community breakfast and this year it will be held at the Wagga Beach. I look forward to seeing you all there - remember it is free sausages, bacon, scrambled eggs with bread, apple bags, milk, tea and coffee so get there early. Markets at the Beach will commence at 8am and so will the free amusements. The Australia Day Citizenship Ceremony will commence at 9am and the entertainment tent will be open at 10am - all at the beach. The Australia Day Talent Quest with exceptional new talent will take place at the Civic Theatre from 1pm and once again entry is free. On 25 January 25 at the
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Grass, Blackberry, Coolatai Grass, Cane needle grass, Serrated Tussock, Bathurst Burr and Khaki Weed. All spraying is carried out as per Council’s Pesticide 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.
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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 RFT 2016-010 SUPPLY be subject to the Government OF MEMORIAL Information (Public Access) PLAQUES AND Act 2009 and the Privacy and SUPPLIES Personal Information Protection Tenders marked “RFT 2016-010 NOTICE OF Act (PIPPA) and may be Supply of Memorial Plaques and DEVELOPMENT attached to the final report, in Supplies” are invited and will be its entirety or in part, to Council PROPOSAL received by the undersigned until unless explicitly requested by the Wagga Wagga City Council has 2pm Wednesday 10 February received the following application person making the submission 2016. This is a panel contract to carry out “Development” under that they do not wish this to for the supply of memorial the Environmental Planning and occur. plaques and associated supplies Enquiries: Further details Assessment Act, 1979. to the City of Wagga Wagga’s relating to the matter can be DA15/0661, Multi Residential, cemetery located in Brunskill obtained by contacting the 1 Darcy Dr BOOROOMA NSW Road Wagga Wagga. Tenders Council’s Development Services. will be assessed on a number of 2650, Lot 93 DP 1203859, If you have any enquiries Applicant: Luke Mathew Gaffney criteria. Tenderers are advised regarding the application, or Name of Consent Authority: that the lowest or any Tender about making submission, Wagga Wagga City Council will not necessarily be accepted. please telephone Development The subject application and Enquiries to Mr Mick Cave Ph: Services on 1300 292 442. accompanying documentation, 0408 639 366 or email: cave. may be inspected at the michael@wagga.nsw.gov.au A PUBLIC EXHIBITION OF following address until the non-refundable fee of $110.00 DRAFT AMENDMENT closure of exhibition. will be charged for each hard TO WAGGA copy of the Specification or Submission Period: 11/01/2016 WAGGA LOCAL specifications at nil cost can be to 25/01/2016 ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN accessed from www.tenderlink. Where: Wagga Wagga City com/wagga 2010 Council, cnr Baylis and Morrow Aim: To exhibit the Planning NOTICE OF INTENTION Streets, Wagga Wagga Proposal containing four (Customer Service Counter). TO CARRY OUT WEED items that amends Local When: 9am to 5pm, Monday to CONTROL ACTIVITIES Environmental Plan maps and Friday (except Public Holidays). clauses Over the next three months Any person seeking to make Wagga Wagga City Council The four LEP amendment items a submission in relation intends to carry out weed control to the abovementioned include: on rural reserves and rural • Item 1 – North Wagga development should address roadside reserves throughout Dwelling Map: Amend all correspondence to the the local government area. The the North Wagga Wagga Consent Authority to be received below table identifies targeted Restrictions on New Dwellings prior to 5pm on the final day areas to be treated Map to include additional of the exhibition period. If any Area: Currawarna, Eberta, properties affected by flooding. submission is made by way Tarcutta, Oura, Humula, of objection, the grounds of • Item 2 – Clause 7.1 Kyeamba, Galore and Pulletop. objection must be specified in Restrictions on the erection Chemical to be applied: the submission. of new dwellings in North Glyphosate, MetsulfuronWagga Wagga: Amend clause Persons lodging submissions Methyl, Aminopyralid, Picloram, 7.1 to ensure the clause are required to declare political Triclopyr, Clopyralid. operates as originally intended. donations (including donations Plants targeted: Spiny Burr of more than $1,000) made in • Item 3 – Airport development
Trail St & Simmons St) Date: 7am - 4pm Wednesday 18 - Friday 20 January 2016 Duration: 3 days weather permitting Reason: Riverina Water - Water Main Renewals
Civic Theatre the Australia Day Awards will take place, featuring a free concert and the national anthem competition finalists. The Picnic at the Oasis will also be held with free entry between 5pm and 7pm. For full details on all events, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/ australiaday. **** Once again, a message to all the ladies of Wagga Wagga - please think about standing to be a Councillor at the Local Government elections that will now probably take place in March 2017. Attend a few Council meetings during the next 12 months so that you can familiarize yourself with some of the workings of Council. I would be only too happy for you to contact me for further information on 0402 214 556. I also urge all members of the community to contact a Councillor if you have any problems that you would like to discuss. I can assure you that they will assist you. A Councillor list and contact details are available from the service desk at the Civic Centre.
clauses: Insert local provisions relating to airspace operations and development in areas subject to aircraft noise and obstacle limitation. • Item 4 – Minimum lot size for certain split zones: Insert local provisions relating to subdivision of lots with more than one zone. Exhibition Period: 28 November 2015 to 29 January 2016 (inclusive) Inspection Venue: The Planning Proposal and supporting exhibition material are available for inspection at the Wagga Wagga Civic Centre, Cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga during the hours of 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday (public holidays excluded) and on Council’s website www. wagga.nsw.gov.au/city-of-waggawagga/planning/plans,-policiesand-controls/open-for-comment in the Strategic Planning Exhibition section. Submission Procedure: Any interested person or organisation wishing to make a written submission in relation to the draft amendment should do so prior to the close of the exhibition period. Submissions may be delivered to the Council Chambers 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
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO SERVE ON WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL’S FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE The Wagga Wagga City Council Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee is made up of Council and Emergency Management staff and various stakeholder representatives overseeing the implementation
of the objectives of the Floodplain Risk Management Plan in the Wagga Wagga Local Government area. The Committee meets every two months to discuss issues and to progress agreed actions. The duration of the committee meetings is approximately two hours. One (1) vacancy exists on the Committee and applications are now invited from persons interested in contributing to the work of this committee in a voluntary position that attracts no remuneration. Applications will be received up to 5pm on Friday, 26 February 2016, from interested persons to serve on the Committee. Application forms are available from the Customer Service Centre at the Civic Centre, cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga or from Council’s website www.wagga,nsw.gov.au/ floodfutures Applications should be addressed ‘Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee’ and returned to PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650, or emailed to council@ wagga.nsw.gov.au Applicants must clearly outline in their application: • An understanding of the floodplain and associated issues • A willingness to contribute to the community in the best interest of the community • The ability to inform the local community of the deliberations of the committee • The ability to facilitate representations to the committee on behalf of the local community Further information regarding this Committee may be made by contacting Jessica Crawford at Council on 1300 292 442.
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