Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy 2040 by Wagga Wagga City Council

RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND COMMUNITY STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2040

table of contents Acknowledgment of Country.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Community Participation.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Mayoral Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Executive Summary. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

SECTION 1 – CONTEXT. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 1.1 Why Develop a Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy?.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 1.2 Vision. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 1.3 What this Strategy Considers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 1.4 Placemaking Approach. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 1.5 What has guided the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 1.6 Impact of Legislation, Policies and Strategies. . . 14 1.7 Status of Existing Strategy.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 1.8 Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

SECTION 2 – WAGGA WAGGA TODAY. . . . . . . . . . 15 2.1 Characteristics of Wagga Wagga.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 2.2 Community Engagement. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 2.3 Wagga View - Community Strategic Plan 2040......... 16 2.4 Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 2.5 Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Wagga Wagga Active Travel Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 2.6 Disability Inclusion Action Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 2.7 Top Five Strategic Priorities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

SECTION 3 – COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE PROVISION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 3.1 Open Space Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 3.2 Criteria for Assessing Suitable Open Space. . . . . 23 3.3 Community Facility Requirements. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 3.4 Criteria to be Considered in the Development of Community Facilities. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

SECTION 4 – PRECINCT AND VILLAGE IMPLEMENTATION PLANS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 4.1 What is the Aim of a Precinct or Village Implementation Plan?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 4.2 What Does a Precinct or Village Action Plan Include?.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 4.3 Analysis Undertaken. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 4.4 Urban Precinct and Rural Village Implementation Plans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 4.5 Ashmont/Glenfield Park San Isidore Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 4.6 Boorooma/Estella/Gobbagombalin Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 4.7 Bourkelands/Lloyd/Springvale Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 4.8 Central Wagga Wagga/North Wagga Wagga Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 4.9 East Wagga Wagga/Gumly Gumly Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 4.10 Forest Hill Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84

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Kooringal Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Lake Albert/Tatton Implementation Plan. . . . . . 108 Mount Austin/Tolland/Turvey Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 Currawarna Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133 Collingullie Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 139 Galore Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 145 Humula Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Ladysmith Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 155 Mangoplah Implementation Plan.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 161 Oura Implementation Plan.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 168 Tarcutta Implementation Plan.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 174

4.21 Uranquinty Implementation Plan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 180

SECTION 5 – IMPLEMENTATION PLANS FOR MAJOR PROJECTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 186 5.1 What is the Aim of a Major Project Implementation Plan?. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 5.2 What Does the Major Project Implementation Plan Include?.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 187 5.3 Major Project Implementation Plans. . . . . . . . . . . . . 188

SECTION 6 – COMBINED PROJECTS

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acknowledgement of country

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Acknowledgement of Country

Message from the Mayor, Councillor Greg Conkey (OAM)

Wagga Wagga City Council would like to thank all of the community members who contributed to the development of this Strategy through their submissions, participation in consultation sessions and stakeholder discussions.

Council has a long history and association with the local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Communities within the Local Government Area (LGA).

The Wagga Wagga Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040 is a blueprint for the future development of quality community spaces throughout the wider Wagga Wagga Local Government Area.

Many of the ideas contained within this Strategy originated from the community.

Council values the diversity of our local Community and supports reconciliation by working consistently in partnership with its local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Community, always ensuring that the process is based on respect, trust and a spirit of openness.

The Strategy reflects the needs and expectations of our growing community while setting a framework for the creation of an active, safe, healthy and vibrant city that enhances Wagga Wagga’s reputation as a regional capital.

Wagga Wagga City Council acknowledges the Wiradjuri people who are the Traditional Custodians of the land and pays respect to Elders both past and present.

Community Participation Wagga Wagga City Council would also like to thank all of the community members who contributed to this Strategy through their submissions to the Community Strategic Plan, participation in consultation sessions and in stakeholder discussions. Many of the ideas contained within this Strategy originated from members of the community.

Councillor Greg Conkey OAM Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga

While Council is driving this Strategy, an all of community approach is needed to deliver the Strategy and Wagga Wagga City Council will be working with all levels of Government, along with state and local sporting and community organisations, to ensure that all objectives can be achieved. The Strategy and Implementation Plans are wide ranging and address five key areas that have been identified as strategic priorities. These are: • Increasing the activation of public spaces • Improving accessibility and connection • Improving existing assets to maximise utilisation • Improving community health • Collaborate where possible.

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executive summary By developing the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy 2040 (ROSC) Wagga Wagga City Council is aiming to develop a connected, liveable city. The Strategy has been written to provide strategic direction for the planning, development, management and use of community spaces over the next 20 years within the LGA. It identifies the key community infrastructure that will be required to meet the anticipated growth within the city and responds to the community’s needs and desires as identified through community engagement activities. This Strategy has been developed using a place-based approach. It is recognised that there are significant differences between and within communities in terms of the demographic characteristics, their level of need and the configuration and accessibility of services. In order to facilitate a place making approach this Strategy considers public spaces holistically across the LGA as well as in nine urban precincts and nine rural villages. Separate Action Plans have been developed for all Precincts and Villages in order to address the needs and desires of each community. Additionally, Major Project Implementation Plans have been developed to identify the required major projects and actions that impact on the broader city. When combining the results of all engagement activities and in consideration of best practice, five key themes emerged as strategic priorities for the city.

They are: • Increase the activation of public spaces Providing appropriate infrastructure, public spaces and community facilities will enable a wide variety of events and activities to be held • Improve accessibility and connection Accessibility and connection will be improved across the city and will become a key consideration in all future developments and redevelopments of public spaces • Improve existing assets to maximise utilisation Improvements in existing assets will enable better utilisation by the community. In many case these improvements will negate the need for the development of additional assets • Improve community health Community infrastructure and public spaces will be designed in order to improve community health outcomes • Collaborate where possible Partnerships will be sought to ensure the efficient provision of community infrastructure and public spaces.

snapshot wagga wagga recreation, open space & community strategy GROWTH & LOCATION Population 65,000 Expected to grow beyond 80,000 past 2036 Area 4825 sq km Location to cities: Sydney 455km Melbourne 452km Canberra 230km

57km

s h a re d p a t h s p ro p o s e d

86km

f o o t p a t h s p ro p o s e d

530km

of ex is t ing f o o t pa t h s (inclu d ing s ha re d p a t h s)

FOOTPATHS & COMMUNITY

We are a community located on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River in the heart of Wiradjuri Country. Our Local Government Area (LGA) is the centre of the Riverina area and is made up of the city and nine surrounding villages. Wagga Wagga is the largest inland city in NSW.

Wagga Wagga

P L AY G R O U N D S

110

OVER 4 HECTARES OF DEVELOPED OPEN SPACE PER 1000 PEOPLE

d ev el o p ed p ar k s

Sydney Canberra

13 community centres + 34 club &

PLAYGROUNDS & OPEN SPACE

CITY OF WA G G A WA G G A

meeting facilities 95 IRRIGATION SYSTEMS

817 hectares of

developed open space

68 EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES

65 sports facilities

195 improvement projects worth $98 million over the life of this strategy

10 High schools

21 Primary schools

34 Pre schools

4 Tertiary

37 public toilets/amenities

SHOPPING CENTRES

SPORT & EDUCATION

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State and Regional Plans

1 context

LEVEL

1 2

Community infrastructure, for the purposes of this Strategy, can be defined as the assets and land required to accommodate and support community activities, services and programs. Although many of these spaces are publicly owned, private facilities can also meet the community’s requirements when accessible by the community. The development of ROSC has occurred using principles identified in the Integrated Planning and Reporting Manual for local government in NSW. ROSC also integrates with the city’s Integrated Transport, Activation and Playground Strategies. In this regard the Strategy identifies the timing and estimated cost of future community infrastructure, thereby increasing the capacity of Wagga Wagga to meet future growth. This Strategy is considered a Level 2 document within the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework.

Long term plan that clearly defines what we want as a community.

Resourcing Strategies

Council Strategies

Internal instruments (how) we deliver:

Providing directions.

Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040

Wagga Wagga Activation Strategy 2040

Business Planning Process

Community Engagement

Divisional process informing resourcing and delivery.

Delivery Program 4 years

Operational Plan 1 year

LEVEL

It identifies the key community infrastructure that will be required to meet the anticipated growth within the city and responds to the community’s needs and desires as identified through community engagement activities.

Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040

LEVEL

By developing the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy 2040 (ROSC) Wagga Wagga City Council is aiming to develop a connected, liveable city. The Strategy has been written to provide strategic direction for the planning, development, management and use of community spaces over the next 20 years within the Wagga Wagga LGA.

LEVEL

1.1 Why Develop a Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy?

Community Strategic Plan

Identifies the elected Council’s priorities for their term of office.

Identifies the projects, programs and services to be delivered.

Long Term Financial Plan Asset Management Plan Workforce Plan Section 94 Developer Contributions

Policies, Operating Standards, Guidelines and Procedures Local Environment Plan (LEP) Development Control Plan (DCP)

Individual Performance and Development Plan

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1.2 Vision

1.3 What this Strategy Considers

During the development of the Wagga View - Community Strategic Plan 2040, a vision for the city’s future was developed and tested with the community.

The Strategy has been written to provide strategic direction for the planning, development, management and use of community spaces over the next 20 years. This is inclusive of:

This vision states: “In 2040 Wagga Wagga will be a thriving, innovative, connected and inclusive community on the Murrumbidgee. Rich in opportunity, choice, learning and environment, Wagga Wagga is a place where paths cross and people meet.”

• Parks – reviewing the existing provision and future requirements of parks • Sports Fields – reviewing the provision and future requirements of sports fields • Cultural Facilities – reviewing the provision and future requirements of cultural facilities • Transport Options – reviewing opportunities to increase active travel options • Public Circulation Spaces – reviewing how existing circulation spaces, such as footpaths, are utilised, identifying missing links and identifying opportunities to activate these spaces • Public Meeting Spaces – identifying places which can be used as public meeting spaces and identifying how they can be used to promote better community connection • Land Use – improving integration between land use, community spaces and transport options • Accessibility – identifying barriers within public spaces and identifying opportunities to improve accessibility • Activation of Spaces – identifying opportunities to activate public spaces throughout the LGA • Alternative Use and Rationalisation – reviewing open space usage where appropriate.

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1.4 Placemaking Approach This Strategy has been developed using a place-based approach. Apart from the ease with which individual community members can identify the sections of the Strategy relevant to their local community; within the past decade a strong consensus has emerged amongst researchers and policy makers about the importance of place as a platform for service and system reform. It is recognised that there are significant differences between and within communities in terms of their demographic characteristics, their level of need and the required configuration and accessibility of services. The Wagga Wagga LGA reflects this understanding with different sections of the community exhibiting significantly different needs. It is also recognised that place has a powerful impact on an individual, with both the social and the built environments influencing their sense of health and wellbeing. In order to facilitate a community placemaking approach this Strategy considers public spaces holistically across the entire LGA as well as in nine urban precincts and nine villages. Separate implementation plans have been developed for all precincts and villages in order to address the needs and desires of each community specifically.

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The urban precincts identified are: • Boorooma/Estella/Gobbagombalin • Central/North Wagga Wagga • Ashmont/Glenfield Park/San Isidore • Mount Austin/Tolland/Turvey Park • Kooringal • East Wagga Wagga/Gumly Gumly • Forest Hill • Bourkelands/Lloyd/Springvale • Lake Albert/Tatton.

The villages identified are: • Collingullie • Currawarna • Galore • Humula • Ladysmith • Mangoplah • Oura • Tarcutta • Uranquinty.

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1.5 What has Guided the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy? While there is no predetermined role for local government in providing all types of social infrastructure, councils have a responsibility to manage large tracts of Crown and Community Land in a manner that benefits the community. Councils also have a responsibility to provide facilities for the community in a sustainable way in accordance with community aspirations. A strategy such as this, developed with the community, provides an important guiding document for the current and future provision and management of open spaces and associated facilities. The strategic mechanism for local government to identify community aspirations is the Community Strategic Plan. In January 2016 Council commenced community consultation for the Wagga View – Community Strategic Plan 2040. This consultation received over 3,000 written submissions in addition to feedback received via interviews, video chats and school visits. The results of the consultation provided four key guiding principles (Thriving, Connected, Innovation and Inclusive) that have been adopted as a part of the Community Vision to guide Council’s future strategic planning. Within the Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy the contexts they represent are: Thriving – Outcomes and recommendations will ensure the provision of a broad range of social, community, sporting and cultural programming and community infrastructure developments.

Connected – Outcomes and recommendations will ensure the provision of opportunities for individual community members to participate and be engaged in community activities. Innovation – New ways of achieving outcomes will be considered to ensure agility in responding quickly to opportunities. Ultimately it will drive continuous improvement to ensure community expectations are met efficiently. Inclusive – High quality community infrastructure and programming will be available for all community members regardless of ability, socioeconomic status or location.

1.6 Impact of Legislation, Policies and Strategies The following legislation, policies and strategies will impact the way Wagga Wagga City Council strategically plans for the delivery of recreation, open space, facilities and services for the community. These include: • Local Government Act 1993 • Environment Planning and Assessment Act (EP&A) (1979)

• Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040 • Wagga Wagga Activation Strategy 2040 • Wagga Wagga Playground Strategy • NSW Crown Lands Act.

1.7 Status of Existing Strategy This Strategy replaces Wagga Wagga City Council’s previously adopted Recreation and Open Space Strategy 2005-2015. A review of this Strategy found that of the 80 recommended actions and projects within the Recreation and Open Space Strategy 44 were fully completed, 30 were partially or currently being completed and six were not implemented. This current Recreation Open Space and Community Strategy has been written to complement other existing strategies that include: • Wagga Wagga Playground Strategy 2016-2040 • Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040 • Wagga Wagga Activation Strategy 2040

• Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2017-2021

• Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

• NSW Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework

• Wagga Wagga Local Environment Plan 2010.

• Riverina and Murray Regional Plan • Premier Priorities • Local Environmental Plan 2010 • Development Control Plan 2010 • Wagga View – Community Strategic Plan 2040

1.8 Review This Strategy will be reviewed every five years or as required in line with statutory obligations.

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2–wagga wagga today 2.1 Characteristics of Wagga 2.2 Community Engagement This Strategy has been developed utilising information Wagga Wagga Wagga is increasingly recognised by other levels of Government and the broader community as a regional capital, playing a significant role in supporting the surrounding towns and villages within the wider Riverina. The 2016 Wagga Wagga Economic Snapshot identified Wagga Wagga as the largest retail, commercial, administrative and population centre in the Riverina region. It additionally identified that the city provides shopping services to a catchment of over 185,000. 300,000 people access the city’s health services annually and approximately $1.4M people visit annually. The city exhibits strong economic and population growth, evidenced by consistently falling unemployment rates, being below the state and national averages. Wagga Wagga is highly accessible through its road, rail and air connections to Australia’s major cities and sea ports. Significant opportunity exists for business to either establish or expand and capitalise on the city’s favourable economic environment and location as a contemporary regional city. In recognising this role as a regional capital it is important that the planning and provision of community infrastructure should not only cater for the needs of residents. This infrastructure must also act as an economic driver, attracting further visitations to the city and value adding to the experience of the existing visitors. 16

gathered from a number of community consultation activities. In addition to seeking specific feedback on the ROSC, the Strategy also considers the outcomes from community feedback sought for the: • Wagga View – Community Strategic Plan 2040 • Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040 • Wagga Wagga Active Travel Plan - Cycling • Activation Strategy 2040 • Disability Inclusion Action Plan. A summary of the outcomes of this consultation is provided.

A detailed Engagement Strategy was compiled which included a number of key elements, including: • A shopfront

2.3 Wagga View – Community Strategic Plan 2040

• “Charlie” engagement truck

An extensive community engagement process was conducted for the development of the Wagga View – Community Strategic Plan 2040. This included a four-week intensive engagement process followed by targeted stakeholder engagement sessions to devise the strategies for the plan.

• The Wagga View race

Branding was attached to each week of the engagement.

• Schools visit • Visits to the villages • Attendance at markets • Rural land survey • Stakeholder meetings. Over 3,000 responses were received through the Wagga View engagement process.

Details of the Wagga View community engagement can be accessed on Council’s Your Say webpage:

• Secondary student Strategy development consultation workshops.

www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/waggaview.

The outcomes of this consultation confirmed the themes and guiding principles that were identified for this Strategy and drove the development of the implementation plans.

The five key strategic directions that best reflect the desired future direction for the community include: • Community Leadership and Collaboration • Safety and Health

The key questions asked during the broader community consultations (in the context of ROSC) were:

• Growing our Economy

• What do you love about Wagga Wagga?

• Our Identity and Sense of Place

• What would you change about Wagga Wagga?

• Our Environment.

• What would you add to Wagga Wagga?

2.4 Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy

The top five items the community wanted changed:

• Non-government organisations

• More community events

• Community consultations at events

• Additional community programs to address social issues

• Little Big Day Out (Council services showcase for children)

• Additional facilities at Riverside (restaurants, café) • Additional cycling facilities • Additional park and recreation facilities.

• Riverside

• Community and sporting organisations

• Fusion (multicultural festival)

• Water park/water slide

• Parks and green spaces • Events that are held in Wagga Wagga

Additionally, broader community consultation was undertaken at a number of events including:

• More community events

The top five items the community loved:

In addition to considering the results of the Community Strategic Plan a significant engagement process was also undertaken for ROSC. This included the conducting of in excess of 60 targeted sessions with:

• State government department consultations.

The top five items the community wanted added:

• Botanic Gardens and Zoo • Sense of community within Wagga Wagga.

• Continue with the Riverside works • Better cycling facilities • Better promotion and signage on existing assets and events.

• Yandarra Festival (event raising awareness of key health issues facing the Aboriginal community

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2.5 Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy 2040 and Wagga Wagga Active Travel Plan The consultation process for the planning and development of the Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy 2040 has been one of the most in-depth that Wagga Wagga City Council has conducted. It was essential for the city to take into consideration everyone’s contributions including individual members of the public, NSW State Government and Federal Government bodies, businesses and industry stakeholders. Starting in 2015 a series of engagement sessions led to the development of key informing report documents: Speak Out, Transport Survey, Interactive Map, Visioning Workshop and Moving Forward Together. This feedback, along with further engagement sessions and the informing documents, were used by two different consultants to develop background documents (Technical Report and Peer Review) around the issues that Wagga Wagga faces and the opportunities that Wagga Wagga has moving forward. An additional consultation process before the development of the draft document allowed the Wagga Wagga City Council to hear the community’s thoughts on the background paper and validate/prioritise the transport challenges of Wagga Wagga. The consultation process included the seven steps identified below: • Stakeholder visioning workshop (November 2015) • Speak Out (December 2015) • Transport Survey (January 2016) • Interactive Map (January 2016) • Moving Forward Together (March - April 2016) • Review of technical papers (March - April 2017) • Industry stakeholder sessions (22/23 March 2017) Image: Murrumbidgee River and Wagga Wagga CBD Source: City of Wagga Wagga 18

2.6 Disability Inclusion Action Plan

• Accessible adult change rooms/amenities

Through the community engagement process associated with the Disability Inclusion Action Plan the people of Wagga Wagga and surrounding rural villages indicated that inclusion was important to our future.

• Meaningful job opportunities

This supported Council’s commitment to disability action planning as prescribed in the Disability Inclusion Act 2014.

• Flexible and supportive induction and training processes

Disability Inclusion Action Planning supports the fundamental right of choice for people with a disability in our community. Choice is achieved by providing the same opportunities to all members of a community in how they live their lives.

• Adaptation of workplace environments

• Inclusive play space for older individuals with a disability

Council is committed to Disability Inclusion Action Planning. Each of the strategies and actions linked to Council’s Disability Inclusion Action Plan address four key areas: • Developing positive community attitudes and behaviours

• Access to Lake Albert to enable those with disabilities to fish or to go on a boat

• Permanent change room facility • Footpath upgrades to facilitate the use of mobility scooters • Flexible and supportive job application and interview processes • Connecting pathway into the Botanical Gardens/ Music Bowl • Taller entry to the Marketplace shopping centre to allow for higher vehicles • Short-term hire of equipment (e.g. hoists and mobility scooters)

• Creating liveable cities • Supporting access to meaningful employment

• (Oasis Aquatic Centre) Swipe card system for use of the amenities

• Improving access to services through better systems and processes

• Sealed pathways within the Zoo precinct

• Consultation on the Disability Inclusion Action Plan included

• Sufficient travel accommodation options for those with disabilities.

• Stakeholder consultation • Community forum • Online survey. • The top priorities identified by the community were:

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2.7 Top Five Strategic Priorities When combining the results of all consultation and in consideration of best practice, five key themes have emerged as strategic priorities: • Increase the activation of public spaces Providing appropriate infrastructure, public spaces and community facilities will enable a wide variety of events and activities to be held. • Improve accessibility and connection Accessibility and connection will be improved across the city and will become a key consideration in all future developments/redevelopments of public spaces. • Improve existing assets to maximise utilisation improvements in existing assets will enable better utilisation by the community. In many cases these improvements will negate the need for the development of additional assets. • Improve community health Community infrastructure and public spaces will be designed in order to improve community health outcomes. • Collaborate where possible Partnerships will be sought to ensure the efficient provision of community infrastructure and public spaces.

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3 – community infrastructure provision 3.1 Open Space Requirements

A current approach to planning is to consider the walkability of open space using a distance benchmark, i.e. how far people will walk to open space.

In Wagga Wagga, the identified facilities that will have the best capacity to host elite level competition in the future are:

Open space benchmarks give an indication of the appropriate provision of open space, with the benchmarks taking community needs into consideration. It is important to note that the type and quality of open space available can impact on the total area of open space provided.

A radius of 500 metres (m) is commonly used due to the view that people will walk 10 minutes to an open space. This criterion has previously been used by Council within the Wagga Wagga Playground Strategy 2016-2040.

• Robertson Oval – AFL, Cricket, other

The implementation plans of this Strategy have utilised the 4 ha/1,000 people and the 500 m walkability as the two provisional benchmarks that need to be considered in conjunction with the individual characteristics of each precinct. However, it is recognised that this may not be achievable or required depending on the particular characteristic and/or usage of a specific location.

• Exhibition Centre Multi-Purpose Stadium – Basketball, Netball, other

In order to maximise the efficiency of providing sporting facilities it is recommended that in the future Council continues to develop multi-use facilities. These can be adapted for a number of sporting activities instead of having multiple underutilised single-use assets.

Note that facilities will require ongoing maintenance to ensure they continue to meet the expectations of the community.

Different types of benchmarks are used across Australia covering a range of targets: • Hectares per 1,000 people • Proportion of total land area • Distance to walk to open space. The development of this Strategy has involved researching the specific requirements for each of the identified urban precincts and villages. To ensure appropriate levels of provision, the outcomes have then been assessed against best practice benchmarks. The Wagga Wagga Recreation and Open Space Strategy 2005-2015 adopted a provision ratio of four hectares (ha) per 1,000 people. This ratio was divided into: • 2.5 ha for outdoor recreation facilities • 1.5 ha for sporting facilities in the Wagga Wagga urban area, 1.0 ha for outdoor recreation; 3.0 ha for sporting facilities in rural areas.

The provision of premier facilities capable of hosting elite level sporting competition is a regular request from sporting organisations. The development, ongoing maintenance and management of premier high quality facilities attracts costs significantly greater than the provision of facilities for a local use only focus. To ensure efficiency it is recommended that only one elite level facility is provided for each type of sporting activity.

• McDonald’s Park – Rugby League, Rugby Union, Soccer, other

• Wagga Wagga Athletics Track – Athletics, other • Pomingalarna Cycling Complex – Cycling, other • Oasis Aquatic Centre – Swimming, Diving, Water Polo.

3.2 Criteria for Assessing Suitable Open Space When open space is being planned and developed it is important to determine that the land being provided is suitable for open space development. Developers submitting planning proposals will be required to provide Council with a Recreation and Open Space Plan for the development inclusive of: • Parks (passive recreation areas)

• Active and passive open space areas will not be located under major power lines, or in detention basins or evidence will be provided that the identified location will not reduce the functionality or amenity of the open space • Lineal park development functionality and amenity will not be significantly impacted by major power lines or detention basins • The proposed open space areas have been assessed for suitability for their intended use in consideration of:

3.3 Community Facility Requirements The provision of many cultural and community facilities is based on a single asset meeting the needs of a population the size of Wagga Wagga. Assets that conform to this are the: • Wagga Wagga City Library • Civic Theatre

• Sporting and Recreation Facilities (active recreation areas)

- Topography

• Wagga Wagga Art Gallery

- Soil composition

• Museum of the Riverina/Historic Council Chambers

• Lineal Parks (corridors).

- Overland water flow

• Riverina Conservatorium of Music (Non-City Asset).

The criteria that will need to be addressed in the open space plan will be that:

- Location to other activity generating areas

As the population increases these assets should continue to be reviewed, updated and refurbished using up-to-date technologies to ensure that they continue to function in accordance with community expectations.

• The proposed open space and recreation areas will be located in order to maximise connections to adjoining land uses and local roads • A minimum provision of 4 ha/1,000 people will be maintained within the precinct, subject to assessment of characteristic and usage. This will be divided to allow 2.5 ha for outdoor recreation facilities, 1.5 ha for sporting facilities in the Wagga Wagga urban precincts, 1.0 ha for outdoor recreation and 3.0 ha for sporting facilities in rural areas • All proposed residential lots will be within a 500 m radius of a passive open space area • One suburban (district) park open space area will be provided within identified precincts • At least one sporting precinct will be provided per precinct

- Accessibility of the proposed areas. • All proposed dwellings adjoining open space will front that open space and be separated by a road • In order to lessen the visual impact, proposed electrical boxes and other infrastructure is to be strategically incorporated into open space areas This plan will be required to be accepted by Council prior to the rezoning of the proposed development site.

An expanding population may require a hub and spoke model to be implemented where other community infrastructure is utilised to ensure adequate access to all sections of the community. Beyond the life of this Strategy, as the city grows towards 100,000 people, secondary facilities will need to be considered. In addition to these significant single assets there are a number of building assets that are owned by the Council and used for community centres, cultural centres and as club houses. It has been identified that many of these assets are used by single groups to the exclusion of others. Further, it has been identified that many of these assets are in poor condition. In order to maximise the efficiency of providing these assets, a change in the way these facilities are administered and managed is required.

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It is recommended that Council in the future develop multi-use facilities that can be adapted for use by broad sections of the community instead of having multiple poor quality individual assets. This will ensure effective utilisation of the assets and reduce Council’s whole of life asset costs. An example of where this model is currently working is the Senior Citizen’s Centre where there is a mix of city, state government, community and cultural activities all operating from within the one facility. In addition to the way new assets are developed, the occupancy rates and usage of existing building assets should be reviewed regularly through the lease or licence renewal process to ensure equity of use, flexibility and accessibility. Such review would determine whether a building asset was to be offered via expression of interest to the community at the end of a current agreement.

3.4 Criteria to be Considered in the Development of Community Facilities When community facilities are being planned and developed it is important to determine that the facility being provided will meet both the current and future needs of the community. The specific requirements for the provision of community facilities will change depending on the type of facility; however the universal criteria that will need to be considered in all community facility developments are: • That they are located in order to maximise connections to adjoining land uses and local roads • That they are co-located with open space

Factors to be considered in this review would include:

• A minimum provision of one community meeting space per 10,000 of people to be provided, with a minimum of one meeting space per precinct

• Investment in maintenance and upkeep of the building

• The proposed location of the community facility has been assessed for suitability in consideration of:

• When and how the asset is used

- Topography

• Future sharing opportunities.

- Overland water flow

All urban precincts and villages within the LGA should have access to at least one community meeting space that allows for a wide variety of community activities to take place.

- Location to other activity generating areas

- Accessibility of the proposed facilities.

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4 – precinct and village implementation plans 4.1 What is the Aim of a Precinct or Village Implementation Plan? Precinct and village implementation plans have been developed to provide strategic direction for the development of community spaces within an urban precinct or village in consideration of:

4) Project descriptions inclusive of: - A justification of the project - Project location - Project scope - Cost and estimated timeframe.

• Identified community priorities and needs • Population growth • Best practice provision and asset management • Alignment with guiding principles • Existing strategic documents. Precinct and village implementation plans are NOT intended to be considered a replacement for the carrying out of detailed project planning. All identified projects and actions will require a detailed business case to confirm project feasibility, project cost estimates, whole of life costings and allow for their consideration against all other Council priorities.

4.2 What does a Precinct or Village Action Plan Include? Precinct and village action plans have been developed for all precincts and villages using a template that is broken into four sections: 1) Precinct/village characteristics. 2) Current supply and future demand analysis. 3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040.

Image: Ladysmith Memorial Hall Source: City of Wagga Wagga

4.3 Analysis Undertaken Urban precinct implementation plans identify the future community infrastructure requirements within each urban precinct. This includes analysis of the precinct characteristics and measurement against benchmarks. The benchmarks used for urban precincts are: Subject

Benchmark

Number of local parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of district parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

At least one per precinct

Area of developed open space per 1,000 people (ha)

Four ha per 1,000 people

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

Community meeting places

At least one per 10,000 people

Village precinct implementation plans identify the community infrastructure requirements within each precinct. This includes analysis of the precinct characteristics and measurement against benchmarks. The benchmarks used for village precincts are: Subject

Benchmark

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

At least one per precinct

Community meeting places

At least one per precinct

Number of sports precincts

At least one per precinct

Access to recreation facilities e.g. skate, basketball, BMX

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4.4 Urban Precinct and Rural Village Implementation Plans The Urban precinct and village implementation plans are provided at: Ashmont/Glenfield Park/San Isidore

Section 4.5

Boorooma/Estella/Gobbagombalin

Section 4.6

Bourkelands/Lloyd/Springvale

Section 4.7

Central/North Wagga Wagga

Section 4.8

East Wagga Wagga/Gumly Gumly

Section 4.9

Forest Hill

Section 4.10

Kooringal

Section 4.11

Lake Albert/Tatton

Section 4.12

Mount Austin/Turvey Park/Tolland

Section 4.13

Collingullie

Section 4.14

Currawarna

Section 4.15

Galore

Section 4.16

Humula

Section 4.17

Ladysmith

Section 4.18

Mangoplah

Section 4.19

Oura

Section 4.20

Tarcutta Section 4.21 Uranquinty

Section 4.22

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4.5 Ashmont/Glenfield Park/San Isidore Implementation Plan Introduction This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the precinct over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections: 1) Precinct characteristics. 2) Current supply and future demand analysis. 3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040. 4) Project descriptions.

Precinct Characteristics 1) The Ashmont/Glenfield Park/San Isidore Precinct is located south west of the Wagga Wagga CBD. Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

9441

9710

2) Ashmont was established during the post WWII housing boom. Construction on the Glenfield Park development began in the early 1980s.

6) Glenfield Park services include a large shopping complex that has two major supermarkets and other smaller retail outlets.

3) The precinct is divided by a railway corridor which is fenced, inaccessible and offers poor visual amenity.

7) The Glenfield Park Community Centre and medical centre are located adjacent to the shopping complex. There are also two childcare facilities located within Glenfield Park.

4) There is significant disparity in economic advantage across the precinct. This is an important consideration in identifying the broad range of community needs. 5) Ashmont services include a small shopping complex, one public and one private primary school, two child care facilities and the Ngurra Youth Hub.

8) There are no regional assets located in this precinct. Community consultation for Glenfield Park and Ashmont highlighted that limited access times for facilities was restricting the ability to conduct informal meetings and programmed events along with a need for additional youth activities.

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

4.50 ha

4.37 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average – Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

509

1,092

11.6%

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband – Precinct

Medical Centres – Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools – Precinct

65%

63%

Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is predicted to experience minor decline in population over the next 20 years due to the number of people per household reducing. Based on this growth scenario, the table below reviews the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirements at 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

At least 1 per precinct

Area of developed open space per 1,000 people (ha)

4 ha per 1,000 people

3.60

3.72

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs Connected

15.1

6.1

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

25.5

41.4

15.9

Community meeting places

At least 1 per 10,000 people

*The open space provision is slightly under the comparison benchmark. However when the 28 hectares of natural areas and walking easements are added the amount of open space per 1,000 people increases to 6.81 hectares. The precinct also borders Anderson Oval, Jubilee Park and Pomingalarna Reserve which are all available for use by the community. A significant area of need that has been identified is the requirement to improve connection via improvements to the footpath and shared path network.

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Actions for the Next 20 Years Based on the above precinct profile, community consultation and assessed needs of the district from a recreation, open spaces and community spaces perspective, the following actions are recommended:

Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe Project Status Potential Funding (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 (Funded, or Sources Unfunded) or Long 10-20+)

AGS1

Upgrade Graham Park to cater for junior cricket

$100,000

Short

S94A

Funded

AGS2

Identify strategies to increase the use of the Ngurra Youth Hub and Glenfield Park Community Centre

Short

Internal Staff

AGS3

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order as per Playground Strategy – Short term

$240,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

AGS4

Irrigation system at Ashmont Oval – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$46,210

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

AGS5

Construct amenities at Webb Park that are accessible during the day

$165,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

AGS6

Construct 6.1 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

$390,000

Medium

S94A, Grants, GPR Unfunded

AGS7

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order as per Playground Strategy - Medium term

$200,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

AGS8

Construct change room and kiosk block at Glenfield Park Oval

$170,000

Long

Grants, GPR, Clubs

Unfunded

AGS9

Lighting system at Ashmont Oval – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$212,000

Long

GPR, Club, Grants

Funded

AGS10

Refurbish Ashmont Oval amenities block

$228,000

Long

GPR, S94A

AGS11

Construct 15.9 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$2,167,000

Long

S94A, Grants, GPR Unfunded

AGS12

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order as per Playground Strategy – Long term

$220,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

AGS13

Improvements at Norman Duck Oval - San Isidore

$240,000

Long

GPR

Unfunded

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AGS1 Upgrade Graham Park to cater for junior cricket Justification/Brief: This project will facilitate the redevelopment and repurposing of Graham Park. The suburb of Ashmont is one of the city’s most disadvantaged populations with a large percentage of the community not easily able to leave the suburb to participate in recreation activities. This project aims to provide spaces that create a sense of community while providing opportunities to participate in recreation activities such as cricket. It is also planned that there will be opportunities for local community members to contribute to the Park redevelopment.

Location: Graham Park is in North Ashmont on Montgomery Street. Scope: The items in scope are: • Community consultation to determine the priority scope items • Construct a synthetic covered concrete cricket pitch • Install automated irrigation system

AGS2 Identify strategies to increase the use of the Ngurra Youth Hub and Glenfield Park Community Centre Justification/Brief: A review of the current usage patterns of the Ngurra Youth Hub and Glenfield Park Community Centre have identified that there are opportunities for additional usage of these sites. This project aims to increase utilisation and activity and generate a greater sense of community ownership of the facilities within the community. It is recommended that Council in partnership with user groups identify strategies to increase the use of these facilities.

Location: Ngurra Youth Hub is located in Webb Park in Connorton Avenue, Ashmont and Glenfield Park Community Centre is adjacent the Southcity Shopping Centre Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with stakeholders including non-government organisations (NGOs) • Develop strategies to increase the use of the facilities.

• Install table and shelter near Graham Park playground • Top dress oval

Cost: $0 NA

• Refurbish amenities block.

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Cost: $100,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Ngurra Youth Hub Source: City of Wagga Wagga WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND COMMUNITY STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2040

AGS3, AGS7 and AGS12 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy

AGS4 Irrigation system at Ashmont Oval – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Short term – Ashmont Oval (refurbish), Nathan Park, Toney Place (refurbish), Crisp Drive, Undurra Drive, Kaldari Crescent (refurbish) and the Best Family Grave Park. Medium term – Jannali Place (refurbish), Ashmont Oval, Toney Place, and South City. Long term – Mima Street, Balleroo Crescent, Karoom Drive, Graham Park and Webb Park.

Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018.The Plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The irrigation system in this precinct that is scheduled to be renewed is Ashmont Oval.

Location: Ashmont Glenfield Park precinct playgrounds.

Location: Ashmont Oval in Lae Avenue - irrigation system to be replaced.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Consult with ground users regarding effectiveness of current system

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Renew irrigation system including sprinklers, valves, controller, pipes and pump as required.

• Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: AGS3 cost $240,000 Funded AGS7 cost $200,000 Funded AGS12 cost $220,000 Funded Total cost $660,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Medium 5 to 10 years Long 10 to 20 years

Cost: $46,210 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

AGS5 Construct amenities at Webb Park that are accessible during the day

AGS6 Construct 6.1km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

Justification/Brief: Webb Park has a small brick amenities block that is locked. It has previously been open during this day but suffered severe vandalism. It is now only opened by appointment for events. With the construction of the skate park there has been a request to provide public amenities for Webb Park users. It is recommended to demolition the existing brick structure and construct a smaller robust single unisex cubicle which will be more vandal resistant.

Justification/Brief: Shared paths are generally wider than footpaths and are used by walkers and cyclists. This precinct already has shared paths along Glenfield Road, Red Hill Road, through Webb Park and numerous easement reserves. The proposed shared path links will connect Ashmont and Glenfield Park residents to the proposed Active Travel Plan’s Kapooka Link.

Location: Webb Park is located in Connorton Avenue Ashmont.

Location: Mount Austin Tolland Turvey Park Precinct.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with stakeholders

• Consultation with stakeholders regarding proposed shared path

• Design - no power and using natural light so power items are not vandalised and locking overnight using automatic self-locking system

• Consider a local art project for inside and out to increase community ownership • Demolish existing amenities block • Construct a new prefab amenities block. Cost: $165,000 Unfunded

Cost: $390,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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AGS8 Construct change room and kiosk block at Glenfield Park Oval Justification/Brief: Collingullie Glenfield Park Football Netball Club Inc. recently changed their home ground to Glenfield Park Oval. It is used for training and Junior AFL/Netball. The club has invested heavily into the facility through the provision of a new netball court, sportsground lighting and player shelters. The club has identified a change room and kiosk block as the next infrastructure that is required. This project is in an early initiation stage with discussions on the proposed concept without any formal project feasibility being undertaken. Location: Glenfield Park Oval is located off Tanda Place adjacent Southcity Shopping Centre. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with Collingullie Glenfield Park Football Netball Club regarding concept design and preferred location • Design and construct a change room and kiosk block. Cost: $170,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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AGS9 Lighting System at Ashmont Oval – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan Justification/Brief: In June 2012 Council adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018.The Plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting system scheduled to be upgraded is located in Ashmont Oval. Location: Ashmont Oval is on the corner of Bardia Street and Lae Avenue. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consultation with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose • Upgrade or renew lighting system as required. Cost: $212,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

AGS10 Refurbish Ashmont Oval amenities block Justification/Brief: Council has a rolling program to refurbish amenity blocks around the city. Prioritisation of works is based on useful life asset data held in Council’s asset register. The Ashmont Oval amenities block were built in 1993. Currently the sportsground receives little use. Given this, the date of refurbishment has been pushed back to the long term and will be subject to levels of use.

AGS11 Construct 15.9 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents Justification/Brief: The older part of Ashmont has footpaths in most streets on both sides. The remainder of Ashmont and Glenfield Park has many streets with no footpaths. This limits the ability of young children on bikes and parents with prams for example from safely riding or walking to facilities. This precinct has an above average number of people (8% up to 31% in parts of Ashmont) who do not have access to a car. It is recommended that new footpaths be constructed on one side of collector roads that connect residents to facilities. To construct paths on both sides of all streets (as has occurred in the past) is not recommended due to the whole of life cost impact.

Location: Ashmont Oval is on the corner of Bardia Street and Lae Avenue.

Location: Ashmont Glenfield Park Precinct.

Scope: An amenities refurbishment utilises the existing building shell which is refurbished and refitted. The items in scope are:

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consultation with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases • Consideration for designing the new fit out to allow public access to the amenities during the day • Consider designs to minimise vandalism damage and enable efficiency gains for maintenance

• Consult with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property • Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2 m while preferred width is 1.8 m given footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes, walkers, prams and mobility scooters. Width will also be subject to available space taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees. Cost: $2,167,000 Unfunded

• Consider need for awnings to increase shade • Construct building shell expansion and internal configurations

Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

• Replace electrical systems and plumbing components where required • Renew tiling and replace roof if required • Renew plastering or other appropriate lining • Ensure all works comply with Disability Inclusion Act, Design for Access and Mobility Standard AS 1428.1-2009, and National Construction Code 2014 • Reinstate landscaping. Cost: $228,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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AGS13 Improvements at Norman Duck Oval San Isidore Justification/Brief: The Norman Duck Oval is San Isidore’s recreation reserve. The site includes a cricket field, playground, dog training area, two club houses and an amenities block. Council held an information session with San Isidore residents on Wednesday 6 December 2017. Residents reported there are more children moving into the area and commented that the site houses the largest dog club in Wagga Wagga. It is considered appropriate to install an automatic irrigation system and upgrade the existing amenities block. This will improve the amenity for users and also provide another venue for junior cricket which is growing in demand.

Location: San Isidore Precinct Scope: The items in scope are: • New Amenities block • 80mm water meter • Automatic irrigation system for the Norman Duck Oval. Cost: $240,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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BOURKELANDS LLOYD SPRINGVALE PRECINCT LAKE ALBERT TATTON PRECINCT

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4.6 - Boorooma, Estella and Gobbagombalin Implementation Plan River and Wagga Wagga CBD, close to Charles Sturt University (CSU).

Introduction This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the precinct over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections: 1) Precinct characteristics. 2) Current supply and future demand analysis. 3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040. 4) Project descriptions.

Precinct Characteristics 1) The Boorooma, Estella and Gobbagombalin precinct is located north of the Murrumbidgee Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

3,606

10,743

2) The oldest part of Estella was established in the early 1980s while much of Boorooma, Gobbagombalin and South Estella have been built recently, and are still expanding. 3) There is a large aged care facility in the centre of the northern part of the precinct (Settlers Village), with 125 dwellings. 4) This Precinct has an important connection with CSU. Limited facilities at CSU are currently publicly accessible; however a key strategy of ROSC is to improve public access to these facilities.

Christmas party. 6) The nearest neighbouring precinct is Central Wagga Wagga, which is separated by the river flood plains. Access to district level social infrastructure (e.g. sports fields) is important to this precinct. Common themes specific to this precinct raised during consultation include: a) Working in partnership with CSU to arrange public access to recreation facilities. b) Lack of primary school, shopping centre, community centre and sporting facilities.

5) This precinct has an active Progress Association which host community events such as the Estella

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

2.64 ha

4.59 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average – Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

1,051

1,112

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband – Precinct

Medical Centres – Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools – Precinct

65%

81%

Current Supply and Future Demand The precinct is expected to grow significantly, with the population almost tripling over the next 20 years. Based on this growth scenario, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built over 20 years to Meet Demand

Number of local parks

Residents are within 500m

Number of district parks

Residents are within 2km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10km

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

Residents are within 500m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs Connected

6.7

17.1

10.4

Length of footpaths (km)

Community Facilities connected

8.0

19.4

11.4

Community meeting places

At least 1 per 10,000 people

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Ref. Number

Action Name

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

BEG1

Encourage the Department of Education to build a primary school in Estella.

Short

Internal Staff

BEG2

Construct 9.2 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

$1,541,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

BEG3

Construct 11.1 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$1,513,000

Short

S94, Developer, GPR, Grants

Funded

BEG4

Develop the Harris Road open space corridor as a natural area in conjunction with the Active Travel Plan

$100,000

Short

GPR, S94, Grants

Unfunded

BEG5

Develop an agreement with Charles Sturt University to allow appropriate community use their recreational assets

$10,000

Short

CSU, GPR, Grant, Users

Unfunded

BEG6

Replace synthetic cover on Gunn Drive tennis court as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$40,000

Medium

GPR, User Groups, Unfunded Grants

BEG7

Establish a lineal park in south west Estella including land acquisition

$2,146,000

Medium

S94

Unfunded

BEG8

Establish a local minor park in north Gobbagombalin

$188,000

Medium

S94, Developer

Funded

BEG9

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Gunn Drive

$40,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

BEG10

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Menneke and Boorooma Streets.

$80,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this precinct are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy and include: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Review and Planning for Dog Facilities. 3) Tennis Strategy. 4) Develop District Sports Facilities at CSU Peter Hastie Oval Precinct which includes sports fields, community centre (meeting place), amenities, skate park and suburban playground. 5) Active Travel Plan â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Walking. Complete footpaths missing links.

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Boorooma/Estella/Gobbagombalin Precinct - Vision 2040 LEGEND

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Future Open Space Urban Public Space

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Sports

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Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private

High School - Public RD

High School - Private All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

BEG1 Encourage the Department of Education to build a primary school in Estella Justification/Brief: It is expected that the northern growth area (Boorooma, Gobbagombalin and Estella) will be over 10,000 in population by 2040. The nearest primary schools are North Wagga Wagga (6 km) and Wagga Wagga Public School (4.7 km). It is recommended that Council encourage the Department of Education to progress with the development of a school in line with community expectations.

BEG2 Construct 9.2 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs Justification/Brief: Shared paths are generally wider than footpaths and are used by walkers and cyclists. This precinct already has shared paths along Boorooma Street, Harris Road reserve, Lineal Park, Explorer Park and Estella Road. The proposed shared path links will better connect the three suburbs to each other, CSU and the CBD via the proposed Active Travel Plan northern corridor.

Location: Land earmarked for a potential primary school is on the corner of Avocet and Rainbow Drives.

Location: Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin precinct. Yellow lines are existing shared paths. Orange dotted lines are proposed new shared paths.

Scope: The item in scope is:

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with Department of Education regarding progress on plans for the Estella Primary School.

• Consultation with stakeholders regarding proposed shared path

Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Construct shared path out of material that is in character with the location. Types of material are gravel, aggregate seal, hotmix and concrete. Concrete is preferred in flood zones. Minimum width is 2.5 m; greater widths are preferred in high traffic areas. Cost: $1,541,000 (assuming half is concrete/hotmix and aggregate seal) Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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BEG3 Construct 11.1 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

BEG4 Develop the Harris Road open space corridor as a natural area in conjunction with the Active Travel Plan

Justification/Brief: The Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin precinct has a reasonably good network of footpaths being constructed as housing is established. The Development Control Plan for this area requires paths to connect residents to facilities with future needed paths to be constructed by developers or funded from S94. To align with the principle of economic impact, it is recommended new footpaths be constructed on one side of the collector roads that connect residents to facilities. To construct paths on both sides of all streets is not considered prudent in regards to economic sustainability.

Justification/Brief: The Harris Road corridor between Gunn Drive and Old Narrandera Road is recommended to be the main active travel corridor between Estella and Gobbagombalin. It is planned to have a 2.5 m wide sealed shared path suitable for walkers and riders. Tree planting of endemic natives will complement the existing gum trees.

Location: Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin precinct. Blue lines are existing footpaths. Red lines are proposed new footpaths.

Location: This proposed passive open space is in Northern Estella Rise (Gobbagombalin). No streets have been established yet.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property

• Native tree planting and landscaping

• Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2 m; preferred width is 1.8 m given footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes and people with walkers, prams and mobility scooters. Width will also be subject to available space, taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees. Cost: $1,513,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Construct a 2.5 m wide sealed shared path. Cost: $100,000 for tree planting and landscaping. Shared path and Pine Gully Road crossing are costed separately in 1.2 km shared paths and MP6 and MP24 Active Travel Plan – Cycling. Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

BEG5 Develop an agreement with Charles Sturt University to allow appropriate community use of their recreational assets

BEG6 Replace synthetic cover on Gunn Drive tennis court as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

Justification/Brief: Charles Sturt University has a number of recreational facilities on the north western side of their Wagga Wagga campus. This includes tennis, netball, basketball squash courts; swimming pool; football grounds and gymnasium. Currently there is an arrangement where community members use some of these facilities. It is recommended that Council work with CSU to formalise this access. The use of the available facilities could be promoted to the public.

Justification/Brief: In June 2012 Council adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The Gunn Drive tennis court (Asset ID SE43) was constructed in 1996. The synthetic cover requires replacement.

Location: North West Area of CSU which contains multiple sports facilities.

Location: The Estella tennis court is located in Gunn Drive.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult stakeholders including CSU and Council

• Remove existing synthetic cover

• Install gate systems and issue swipe cards.

• Replace with new synthetic cover.

Cost: $10,000 Unfunded

Cost: $40,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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BEG7 Establish a lineal park in South West Estella including land acquisition

BEG8 Establish a local minor park in North Gobbagombalin

Justification/Brief: This is a recommended park development based on the suburb Master Plan. The Playground Strategy recommended a suburban (district) park in this location. However with the CSU partnership proposal at Peter Hastie Oval it is recommended that the suburban park (and playground) be built on the CSU site. This open space in South Estella would then be developed as a local park (including local playground) and have would a smaller footprint. Residents in Comet Place would still have a park view with approximately 100 m of open space in front of them. It is recommended that the RE1 land to the west of the B2 land in Avocet Drive not be purchased by Council from the developer unless it can be used for a shared path corridor.

Justification/Brief: This is a mandatory park development based on the Estella Rise suburb Master Plan. The Playground Strategy recommended a playground in this location.

Location: Currently this is undeveloped land in southern Estella sitting to the west of Rainbow Drive and Comet Place.

Location: This proposed park is in Northern Estella Rise (Gobbagombalin). No streets have been established yet.

Scope: The items in scope are:

The exact layout of this park is also subject to the adoption of the subdivision Master Plan for this area.

• Construct local minor playground

The items in scope are: • Construct 2.5 m of shared path through the length of the park • Allow for two pedestrian bridges • Install Riverina Water meter • Install local playground and barrier fence along Comet Drive and Rainbow Drive

• Install picnic setting • Install seats x 2 • Construct concrete internal paths and pads for furniture • Irrigate kick about space and around playground • Install drinking fountain • Landscape including guarded advanced trees.

• Install BBQ area (shelter, double BBQ and two table settings) near playground • Landscape with irrigated kick about space on northern end

Cost: $188,000 Funded

• Plant out batter created by development works

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Remove weed trees and weeds • Install fitness equipment along path at various locations • Install shelter and table adjacent to irrigated kick about space and seats along path at various locations. Cost: $2,146,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

BEG9 and BEG10 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Gunn Drive, Menneke Street and Boorooma Street. Location: Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin precinct playgrounds. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consultation with residents regarding preferred design of new playground • Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate • Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: BEG9 cost $40,000 Funded BEG10 cost $80,000 Funded Total cost $120,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

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BOOROOMA ESTELLA GOBBAGOMBALIN PRECINCT

CENTRAL NORTH WAGGA PRECINCT

STURT

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

HWY

MOUNT AUSTIN TOLLAND

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

TURVEY PARK PRECINCT

EAST WAGGA GUMLY PRECINCT KOORINGAL

RED HILL

ROAD

FOREST HILL PRECINCT

BOURKELANDS LLOYD SPRINGVALE PRECINCT LAKE ALBERT TATTON PRECINCT

4.7 - Bourkelands/Lloyd/Springvale Implementation Plan Introduction

Precinct Characteristics

This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the precinct over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections: 1) Precinct characteristics. 2) Current supply and future demand analysis. 3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040. 4) Project descriptions.

1) The Bourkelands, Lloyd and Springvale precinct is located to the South West of central Wagga Wagga.

Jubilee Park, Jubilee Park Master Plan and extra community meeting space at Jubilee Park. Community consultation for this precinct requested: a) Additional trees and BBQs at local parks

2) Bourkelands, Lloyd and Springvale are recent developments with Bourkelands commencing in the late 1980s, Lloyd in the early 1990s and Springvale in the early 2000s.

b) Improvements to the Wiradjuri Walking Track, particularly to help the track function as a cycleway between Lloyd and the Marrambidya Wetlands

3) Jubilee Park sportsgrounds are located between Bourkelands and Lloyd. Many of the amenities at Jubilee Park have the potential to be used as community spaces.

c) Additional outdoor activities and facilities d) Improved and additional open spaces and places for community connection.

4) Major projects that affect this precinct are the Wiradjuri Walking Track, synthetic athletics track at Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

5,423

10,449

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

10.41 ha

8.44 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average – Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

1,082

1,133

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband – Precinct

Medical Centres – Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools – Precinct

65%

80%

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Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is expected to grow significantly with the population more than doubling over the next 20 years. Based on this growth scenario, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Area of open space per 1,000 people (ha)

4 ha per 1,000 people

11.83

8.44*

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs Connected

11.8

12.4

0.6

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

4.7

19.7

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

* The hectares of open space per 1,000 people decreases over the 20 years because the population grows. This precinct is well over the open space benchmark because it includes the regional facility of Jubilee Park which is 33 hectares.

Action Name

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

BLS1

Install a BBQ and shelter at Bedervale Park

$30,000

Short

GPR, S94

Unfunded

BLS2

Construct 0.6 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

$67,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

BLS3

Irrigation systems at Jubilee Park – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$249,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

BLS4

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Lloyd East and Bedervale

$100,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

BLS5

Lighting system at Conolly Park Field 3 – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$56,000

Medium

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

BLS6

Establish three local parks in Lloyd including land acquisitions

$2,555,000

Medium

S94, Developers, GPR

Funded

BLS7

Develop further community meeting space at Jubilee Park as part of the hockey centre amenities upgrade

$342,000

Medium

GPR, S94

Funded

BLS8

Construct 15 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$2,045,000

Medium

S94, Developers, GPR

Funded

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order as per GPR, Playground $87,000 Medium Playground Strategy – Kaloona, Overdale, Marylands and Jubilee Park Strategy The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this precinct are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: BLS9

Funded

1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Review and Planning for Dog Facilities. 3) Tennis Strategy. 4) Active Travel Plan – Walking. Complete footpaths missing links. 5) Upgrade of Wiradjuri Walking Track.

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Bourkelands/Lloyd/Springvale - Vision 2040 LEGEND

Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity

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L RD ST

Lineal

U R KE

Park

Sports Future Open Space

Urban Public Space

Utilities and Services

LY M

Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private

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All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

BLS1 Install a BBQ and shelter at Bedervale BLS2 Construct 0.6 km of shared paths to Park create connections between suburbs Justification/Brief: Bedervale Park is the largest and most significant open space in Bourkelands. Therefore it has been identified as a suburban level park in the Bourkelands/Lloyd/Springvale precinct. It is centrally located in this residential suburb. Currently the park has a playground, small amenities building, access paths, fitness equipment, shelter, irrigated sports field, half-court basketball and connecting paths. It is recommended a BBQ with shelter be installed to further cater for long stay visits by users, particularly around junior cricket.

Justification/Brief: Shared paths are generally wider than footpaths and are used by walkers and cyclists. This precinct already has shared paths along the top of Willans Hill (Wiradjuri Walk), along Holbrook Road, Bourke Street, Red Hill Road and through open space reserves like that behind Bourkelands Drive. The proposed shared path occur on Red Hill Road (missing link to between Hudson Drive and Holbrook Road), between Berembee Rd and Bourke Street and joining Bourkelands and Tatton via the Red Hill Road missing link.

Location: Bedervale Park is located in Bedervale Street in central Bourkelands.

Location: Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale Precinct path network.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Double electric stainless steel BBQ

• Consult with stakeholders regarding proposed shared path. The main stakeholder will be Crown Lands for the Willans Hill section

• BBQ shelter. Cost: $30,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Construct shared path out of material that is in character with the location. Types of material are gravel, aggregate seal, hotmix and concrete. Concrete is preferred in flood zones. Aggregate seal is recommended in these locations. Minimum width is 2.5 m; greater widths are preferred in high traffic areas. Cost: $67,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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BLS3 Irrigation systems at Jubilee Park – replace as per the Recreation Asset Management Plan

BLS4 and BLS9 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy

Justification/Brief: In June 2012 Council adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018.The Plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The irrigation system in this precinct that is scheduled to be renewed Jubilee Park.

Justification/Brief: In 2016 Council adopted a Playground Strategy 2016 - 2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Lloyd East, Bedervale, Kaloona, Overdale, Marylands and Jubilee Park.

Location: Jubilee Park (touch fields) irrigation system to be replaced.

Location: Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale precinct playgrounds.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with ground users regarding effectiveness of current system

• Consultation with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Renew irrigation system including sprinklers, valves, controller, pipes and pump as required.

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

Cost: $249,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Unfunded

• Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: BL4 cost $100,000 Funded BL9 cost $87,000 Funded Total cost $187,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Bedervale Street Playground Source: City of Wagga Wagga 58

BLS5 Lighting system at Conolly Park Field 3 – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan Justification/Brief: In June 2012 Council adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting system in this precinct that is scheduled to be upgraded is Conolly Park Field 3.

BLS6 Establish three parks in Lloyd including land acquisitions Justification/Brief: These are mandatory park developments based on the suburb Master Plan. This Master Plan is under review so the locations of the parks may change. The Playground Strategy has recommended local minor playgrounds in three of these locations. The budget includes land acquisitions.

Location: Conolly Park field 3 is located in the Jubilee Park sporting complex.

Location: Future park developments in Lloyd.

Scope: The items in scope are:

Scope: The exact layout of these parks is also subject to the adoption of a revised subdivision Master Plan for this area.

• Consultation with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose • Upgrade or renew lighting system as required.

The items in scope are: • Purchase land from developer • Complete earthworks to level sites

Cost: $56,000 Unfunded

• Install local minor playgrounds (in three locations)

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Construct internal concrete paths averaging 150 m per park • Install fencing and seats x 2 per park • Install picnic table and shelter • Irrigate around playground and kick about space • Irrigate advanced trees • Install drinking fountain • Install bins x 2. Cost: $2,555,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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BLS7 Develop further community meeting space at Jubilee Park as part of the hockey centre amenities upgrade

BLS8 Construct 15 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Justification/Brief: Council has a rolling program to refurbish amenity blocks around the city as per the Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan. Prioritisation of works is based on useful life asset data held in Council’s asset register. The Keven Geaghan Hockey Centre amenities (ID: 94) were built in 1986. Past Council social planning has suggested a need for a community centre or meeting place for Bourkelands and Lloyd. The current Section 94 plan has $100,000 for this project. Given Jubilee Park is located between the two suburbs and the hockey centre amenities have meeting space, it is recommended that the meeting space be enhanced and promoted for broader community use. Consideration of how to physically and mentally connect residents to the centre would be required. This would also need to be done in consultation with the Wagga Wagga Hockey Association who are the licence holders of this space.

Justification/Brief: Bourkelands and Lloyd, being newer suburbs, have very few footpaths. This limits the ability of young children on bikes and parents with prams for example from safely riding or walking to facilities. To align with the principle of economic impact, it is recommended that new footpaths be constructed on one side of collector roads that connect residents to facilities. To construct paths on both sides of all streets (as has occurred in the past) is not considered prudent in regards to economic sustainability. The areas not yet built out will have footpaths installed by the developers.

Location: Jubilee Park is accessed off Bourke Street. The Keven Geaghan Hockey Centre is the main building at the western end of the car park. Scope: An amenities refurbishment utilising the existing building shell where it is gutted and refitted. The items in scope are: • Consult with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases for amenities and meeting space • Consider designs to minimise vandalism damage and enable efficiency gains for maintenance • Consider storage space for multiple users • Renew plastering or other appropriate lining • Ensure all works comply with Disability Inclusion Act, Design for Access and Mobility Standard AS 1428.1-2009, and National Construction Code 2014 • Paint inside and out and reinstate landscaping. Cost: $342,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Location: Lloyd Bourkelands Springvale Precinct. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consultation with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property • Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2 m; preferred width is 1.8 m given footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes, walkers, prams and mobility scooters. Width will also be subject to available space taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees. Cost: $2,045,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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BOOROOMA ESTELLA GOBBAGOMBALIN PRECINCT

CENTRAL NORTH WAGGA PRECINCT

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ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

HWY

MOUNT AUSTIN TOLLAND TURVEY PARK PRECINCT

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

EAST WAGGA GUMLY PRECINCT KOORINGAL

RED HILL

ROAD

FOREST HILL PRECINCT

BOURKELANDS LLOYD SPRINGVALE PRECINCT LAKE ALBERT TATTON PRECINCT

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4.8 - Central Wagga Wagga/North Wagga Wagga Introduction

4) Located at the centre of the city, this precinct has a large number of regional assets, which includes:

This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the precinct over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections:

• Civic Council Precinct

1) Precinct characteristics.

• Victory Memorial Gardens

2) Current supply and future demand analysis.

• Wagga Wagga Beach and Riverside

3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040.

• Wiradjuri Walking Track

4) Project descriptions.

• Marrumbidya Wetlands

Precinct Characteristics

• Wiradjuri Reserve • Wilks Park • Bidgee Pony Club

1) This precinct is the village of North Wagga Wagga and the Wagga Wagga CBD and surrounding residential areas.

• Murrumbidgee Turf Club

2) Houses in this area are amongst the oldest in Wagga Wagga. This precinct contains a considerable number of heritage homes and a heritage conservation area. Trees are well established.

• Robertson Oval

3) Wagga Wagga City is serviced by a large variety of commercial shops and services. There are also multiple community centres and services located in this precinct.

• Riverina Regional Library

• Bolton Park Stadium • Oasis Aquatic Centre • Wollundry Lagoon.

Common community consultation requests and comments for this precinct were: a) The Riverina Regional Library is an important community hub which meets the needs and is highly valued by many parts of the community. b) The Oasis Aquatic Centre is valued by children for the facilities that are designed for children’s play and activity. c) Wagga Wagga Beach and Riverside are highly valued as a natural area within the city precinct. d) The Wiradjuri Walking Track requires upgrading.

Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

7,824

9,566

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

4.86 ha

3.98 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average – Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

901

1,069

10%

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband – Precinct

Medical Centres – Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools – Precinct

65%

56%

Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is expected to experience some growth through in fill housing development over the next 20 years. Based on this growth scenario, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District / Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Area of open space per 1,000 people (ha)

4 ha per 1,000 people

4.79

3.98

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

7.44

21.44

14.00

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

77.22

80.25

3.03

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

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Actions for the next 20 years Based on the above precinct profile, community consultation and assessed needs of the district from a recreation, open spaces and community spaces perspective, the following actions are recommended:

Ref. Number

Action Name

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

CNW1

Investigate improved access to public amenities for users of Victory Memorial Gardens

$2,000

Short

GPR

Funded

CNW2

Install two adult accessible amenities including adult laydown change table

$364,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Funded

CNW3

In association with the development of the CBD Master Plan, identify a strategy position to aid the development of the night-time economy in the CBD

$250,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

CNW4

Construct 2 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs (12 $454,000 km for Central Wagga Wagga is costed separately in major projects)

Short

S94, GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

CNW5

Construct 3.03 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$413,000

Short

GPR, Grants, S94

Unfunded

CNW6

Wiradjuri Precinct Master Plan – Consider future planning for Wiradjuri Reserve, oval and golf centre area and possible caravan park location.

Short

Internal Staff

CNW7

Review use of Wollundry cottage

Short

Internal Staff

CNW8

Irrigation systems – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Bolton Park welcome sign area, Wagga Wagga Cricket ground, Tony Ireland park, Bolton park, Duke of Kent oval and Moorong Street entrance sign

$334,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

CNW9

Lighting system at Bolton Park car park – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$123,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

CNW10

Wagga Wagga Cricket Ground - Relocate Wagga Cycling Track to Pomingalarna Reserve and upgrade car park area

$233,000

Short

Grants, Clubs, GPR

Unfunded

CNW11

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Tennyson, Bolton, Vestey Street, Cox and Belling Place

$440,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

CNW12

Assist relocation of Wagga Wagga Veteran and Vintage Motor Club

Medium

Internal Staff

CNW13

Assist relocation of the Riverina Conservatorium of Music to the CBD

Medium

Internal Staff

CNW14

Conduct audit and review of community buildings and consider the feasibility of developing a cultural centre

Medium

Internal Staff

CNW15

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Hardy Avenue, Oasis Aquatic Centre and Victory Memorial Gardens.

$200,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

CNW16

Irrigation systems – replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Visitor Information Centre, Civic Centre, Baylis Street and Oasis

$356,000

Medium

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

CNW17

Aggregate seal granite walking paths in Victory Memorial Gardens and Collins Park

$118,000

Long

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

CNW18

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Collins Park, Wagga Beach, Albert Bergman, Wiradjuri Estate and Simmons Street and Visitor Information Centre

$280,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

CNW19

Completion of Wollundry Lagoon Walking Loop inclusive of disabled access

$450,000

Long

GPR, Grants, Users

Unfunded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this precinct are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Review and Planning for Dog Facilities. 3) Activating river reserves. 4) Active Travel Plan – Walking. 5) Active Travel Plan – Cycling which includes upgrading the surface of the Kooringal Road shared path. WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND COMMUNITY STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2040

Central/North Wagga Wagga Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage

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CNW1 Investigate improved access to public amenities for users of Victory Memorial Gardens Justification/Brief: Council has received requests from the community and user groups such as the Returned Services League to provide better access to public amenities in Victory Memorial Gardens. Currently the nearest amenities are on the corner of Morrow Street and Ivan Jack Drive or in the Civic Centre. The distance to walk from the playground to these amenities is 160 m and 240 m respectively. The challenge with accessing the amenities is crossing Morrow Street. This is an awkward street to cross for families with cars turning into this street from Ivan Jack Drive quite quickly. Visibility is also impacted due to parked cars to the east on Morrow Street. The options to investigate are improving pedestrian access across Morrow Street or constructing a small amenities block in Victory Memorial Gardens. Location: Victory Memorial Gardens is in Central Wagga Wagga. Scope: The items in scope are: • Better access to public amenities from Victory Memorial Gardens • Consult with users groups on ideas for improved access for a range of demographics • Prepare action plan. Cost: $2,000 Funded

CNW2 Install adult accessible amenities including adult laydown change table Justification/Brief: Community consultation with our disabled community in 2013, Wagga View consultation in 2016 and further consultation for the Disability Inclusion Action for DIAP in December 2016 has identified an issue for people with a disability accessing existing disabled amenities. Council has also received direct requests from community members, through the elected body, to look at and consider the impact of not being able to access amenities in prime locations in Wagga Wagga. People have advised that they have been required to change adult people with disabilities in boots of cars or on the floors of public amenities in order to remain in town for festivals, events or shopping. One of the proposed amenities will be portable to enable use in multiple locations and/or events.

Location: The amenities will be installed in Central Wagga Wagga. One proposed location is Bolton Park. Scope: The items in scope are: Stage 1 • Purchase 1 x mobile Accessible adult change room • Install accessible adult change room in a semi-permanent location. Site to be determined • Construct 2 hardstand pads including the provision of power and water for temporary location of accessible adult change room for events. Sites to be determined.

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Stage 2 • Consult with relevant groups to identify an appropriate location in the CBD for the construction of a permanent accessible adult change room facility in their ability to deliver the above level of service • Engage an architect or building designer to compile design drawings for the project, source quotations and engage a contractor to construct the project • Provide a recurrent budget for the maintenance and funding of outgoings for the facility. Cost: $364,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Image: Victory Memorial Gardens Source: City of Wagga Wagga WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND COMMUNITY STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2040

CNW3 In association with the development of the CBD Master Plan, identify a strategy position to aid the development of nighttime economy in the CBD

CNW4 Construct 2 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs (12 km for Central Wagga Wagga is costed separately in major projects)

Justification/Brief: During the Integrated Transport Strategy consultation requests were received around organising programs and identifying strategies for activating the CBD in the evenings. Such initiatives should also encourage families to utilise the CBD in the evenings. This outcome will also be informed by the development of the CBD Master Plan

Justification/Brief: Shared paths are generally wider than footpaths and are used by walkers and cyclists. This precinct already has shared paths along the riverside walk (top of levee bank), Travers Street adjacent to the racecourse, Flowerdale Lagoon and Bolton Park. A total of 14 km of extra shared path is proposed for Central Wagga Wagga (9km of this is costed separately in the Active Travel Plan – Cycling project and Riverside Walking Track project) The 2 km costed here is a riverside walk in Wilks Park. It connects the CBD (via Wiradjuri Bridge) with the North Wagga Wagga footpath network.

Location: Central activity district around Baylis and Fitzmaurice Street Central Wagga Wagga.

Location: Wilks Park is between the river and North Wagga Wagga off Hampden Avenue

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Develop a CBD Masterplan

• Consult with stakeholders regarding proposed shared path.

• Council to work with stakeholders to develop programs that increase the use of the CBD in the evenings. Cost: $250,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Cost: $454,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Fitzmaurice Street Source: City of Wagga Wagga 68

CNW5 Construct 3.03 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

CNW6 Wiradjuri Precinct Master Plan – Consider future planning for Wiradjuri Reserve, oval and golf centre area

Justification/Brief: As an older suburb, Central Wagga Wagga has footpaths in most streets on both sides. North Wagga Wagga has a footpath on the collector streets – Wall Street and William Street and Hampden Avenue. The newer area of Wiradjuri and the industrial area of Dobney Avenue have no footpaths. This limits the ability of young children on bikes and parents with prams, for example, of safely riding or walking to facilities. To align with the principle of economic impact, it is recommended that new footpaths be constructed on one side of feeder roads to connect residents to facilities. To construct paths on both sides of all streets (as has occurred in the past) is not considered prudent in regards to economic sustainability.

Justification/Brief: This riverine area that is close to the CBD is underutilised. The purpose of the Master Plan is to activate these areas while balancing impact on natural cultural heritage. With a shortage of cricket fields in the city the oval could be reestablished for junior cricket. The lease for Wiradjuri Pitch and Putt Golf Course needs to be reviewed. The Riverside Master Plan’s recommendation of a caravan park in the vicinity also needs to be considered.

Location: Red Lines - Wiradjuri housing estate and Dobney Avenue industrial area to have footpaths constructed.

Location: The Wiradjuri Master Plan area is north of Travers Street Central Wagga and is bounded by the River on the north and east boundary

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property

• Develop the Wiradjuri Master Plan that considers the future use of Wiradjuri Reserve, Wiradjuri Oval, Wiradjuri Pitch and Putt, Wiradjuri Dog Run and potential location for a Caravan Park

• Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2 m; preferred width is 1.8 m given footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes, walkers, prams and mobility scooters. Path width will also be subject to available space taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees. Cost:$413,000 Unfunded

• Include stakeholder consultation with appropriate groups including the Aboriginal Community. Cost:$0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Wiradjuri Reserve Source: City of Wagga Wagga WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND COMMUNITY STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2040

CNW7 Review use of Wollundry Cottage Justification/Brief: Wollundry Cottage was built in 1940 and is located in a heritage area. Currently the building is used by the Museum of the Riverina for storage and costs Council about $5,000 per year to maintain. Several options for the future use of the building have been suggested. Three of these are: 1) Keep using it for storage purposes. 2) Convert it to a bicycle storage area as suggested during the Active Travel Plan – Cycling investigations. 3) Remove the building to open the area up for events that occur in this precinct. All these options and any others need to be reviewed and an action agreed upon for the future. Location: Civic Centre precinct adjacent the intersection of Cross Street and Tarcutta Street, Central Wagga Wagga. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult all stakeholders, including the Museum of the Riverina • Consult with planning relating to heritage regulations • Report an action to Council on the future use of Wollundry Cottage. Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Wollundry Cottage Source: City of Wagga Wagga 70

CNW8 and CNW16 Irrigation Systems – Replace as per the Recreation Asset Management Plan Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The irrigation systems in this precinct that are scheduled to be renewed in order of priority are: Bolton Park welcome sign area, Wagga Wagga Cricket ground, Tony Ireland Park, Bolton Park, Duke of Kent Oval, Visitor Information Centre, Baylis Street and Oasis Aquatic Centre.

Location: Central North Wagga Wagga Precinct Irrigation Systems to be replaced Scope: The items in scope are: • Consultation with ground users regarding effectiveness of current system • Renew irrigation system including sprinklers, valves, controller, pipes and pump as required. Cost: CNW8 cost $334,000 Unfunded CNW16 cost $356,000 Unfunded Total cost $690,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Medium term 5 to 10 years

CNW9 Lighting system at Bolton Park car park – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims is to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting system in this precinct that is scheduled to be upgraded is located in Bolton Park car park.

CNW10 Wagga Wagga Cricket Ground – Relocate Wagga Wagga Cycling Track to Pomingalarna Reserve and upgrade car park area Justification/Brief: Council in December 2016 endorsed the feasibility study for a Multisport Cycling Complex at Pomingalarna Reserve. The proposal would see the cycling track (outdoor velodrome) users be relocated to Pomingalarna Reserve. This would mean decommissioning the cycling track at Wagga Wagga Cricket Ground. This will provide more room and availability for other user groups such as cricket and rugby league. It would be sensible to improve the car park and drainage at the Cricket Ground at the same time.

Location: Central North Wagga Wagga precinct lighting system upgrade

The Wagga Cricket Ground is located in Kincaid Street Central Wagga Wagga.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose

• Relocate track cycling lighting system to Pomingalarna Reserve (this cost has been included in the Multisport Cycling Complex project)

• Upgrade or renew lighting system as required.

• Remove part of the hotmix cycling track to increase the green field area. This will provide extra space needed for rugby league games

Cost: $123,000 Unfunded

• Remove security boundary fence including shrubs. It is estimated the fence was built in the 1960s. The shrubs on the fence is well established in 1971 aerial imagery. The original amenities were constructed in 1947

Timeframe and Delivery: 1 to 5 years

• Replace the fence with 1.8 m high palisade fence including two double gates, one on Kincaid Street and one on Beckwith Street • Refurbish brick entry retaining heritage value • Install drainage for the car park area • Widen and reseal car park • Install concrete footpath from car park west to amenities block. Cost: $233,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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CNW11, CNW15 and CNW18 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Hardy Avenue, Tennyson Park, Bolton Park, Vestey Street, Cox Park, Belling Park, Oasis Aquatic Centre, Victory Memorial Gardens, Collins Park, Wagga Wagga Beach, Albert Bergman Park, Wiradjuri Estate, Simmons Street and Visitor Information Centre. Location: Central and North Wagga Wagga Precinct Playgrounds Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playgrounds

CNW12 Assist relocation of Wagga Wagga Veteran and Vintage Motor Club Justification/Brief: The Wagga Wagga Veteran and Vintage Motor Club Inc. currently have a club room located on the corner of Docker and Morgan Streets. The land which the club room is built on is owned by Council. Council is currently investigating future land use of this site. If commercial use is identified as the preferred option then assistance will be provided to the Wagga Wagga Veteran and Vintage Motor Club to relocate.

Location: Possible relocation of Vintage Motor Club from Morgan Street to Willans Hill Scope: The items in scope are:

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Assist the Wagga Wagga Veteran and Vintage Motor Club Inc. in the investigations to move their club room from Morgan Street.

• Renew local major, suburban and regional playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Cost: CNW11 cost $440,000 Funded CNW15 cost $200,000 Funded CNW18 cost $280,000 Funded Total cost $920,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

Image: Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens Source: City of Wagga Wagga 72

CNW13 Assist relocation of Riverina Conservatorium of Music to the CBD Justification/Brief: Charles Sturt University have sold their South Campus site on Urana Street in Turvey Park. The Riverina Conservatorium of Music is currently located on this site and will need to move. It would be advantageous for it to move to the CBD to increase accessibility and exposure of the Conservatorium to the general public. There would also be possibilities for it to co-locate with other community groups.

CNW14 Conduct audit and review of community buildings and consider the feasibility of developing a cultural centre Justification/Brief: Council along with community groups maintain at least 52 different buildings for clubs to meet in. With buildings ageing the lifecycle costs of these assets is high, therefore the feasibility of developing a large single cultural centre where numerous clubs meet is recommended. This would expand upon the good model that occurs at the Association of Riverina Cultural Clubs building in Tarcutta Street. This proposed centre could also house permanent cultural and heritage displays and could be built in partnership with a commercial operator with the cultural centre on the ground floor and units on the upper floors.

Location: Urana Street in Turvey Park

Location: Possible commercial cultural centre.

Scope: The item in scope is:

â&#x20AC;˘ Council to assist the Riverina Conservatorium of Music to find a new location, preferably in the CBD.

â&#x20AC;˘ Undertake a review and audit of community building assets and carry out a feasibility study on developing a cultural centre versus maintaining existing club rooms.

Cost: $0 NA

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Riverina Conservatorium of Music Source: City of Wagga Wagga WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL RECREATION, OPEN SPACE AND COMMUNITY STRATEGY AND IMPLEMENTATION PLAN 2040

CNW17 Aggregate seal granite walking paths in Victory Memorial Gardens and Collins Park Justification/Brief: Victory Memorial Gardens is a regional park and has 1,749 m of decomposed granite footpaths. Collins Park is a district park and has 653 m. Both parks are heavily used. The challenge with the granite pathways is they easily erode and soften during rain. Therefore it is recommended that the footpaths be sealed to smooth hard surfaces to foster inclusive access to the parks. This is particularly important during events.

CNW19 Completion of Wollundry Lagoon Walking Loop inclusive of disabled access Justification/Brief: The Wollundry Lagoon is a popular area in Central Wagga Wagga. Currently there are walking paths around the whole lagoon except for 370 m on the North East end. This is adjacent to the old Roads and Maritime Services building and eight residents in Johnston Street between Simmons and Trail Streets. Constructing this section would complete the walking loop around the Lagoon. The section would be a mix of concrete path and board walk over the lagoon. In addition a focus will be on improving disabled access across the Wollundry Lagoon Precinct.

Location: Victory Memorial Gardens is in Baylis Street and Collins Park is in Tompson Street.

Location: Wollundry Lagoon between Simmons and Trail Streets and Wollundry Lagoon Precinct

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Stabilise and roll 1,749 m (Victory Memorial Gardens) + 653 m (Collins Park) of granite pathway (average width 3 m)

• All paths to be 2.5 m wide

• Lay a two coat aggregate seal over the paths and roll. Cost: $118,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

• 20 m of concrete path between Ivan Jack Drive and 74 Johnston Street • 120 m of boardwalk at the rear of 76 to 86 Johnston Street • 120 m of concrete path on boardwalk 76 to 86 Johnston Street • 110 m of concrete path 88 Johnston to Simmons Street • Access designs to be developed following investigation and consultation. Cost: $450,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Image: Victory Memorial Gardens Source: City of Wagga Wagga 74

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HWY

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CENTRAL NORTH WAGGA PRECINCT

STURT

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

TURVEY PARK PRECINCT

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STURT

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ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

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4.9 - East Wagga Wagga/Gumly Gumly Implementation Plan Introduction This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the precinct over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections: 1) Precinct characteristics 2) Current supply and future demand analysis 3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040 4) Project descriptions.

Precinct Characteristics 1) The East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly precinct is located about 8km to the east of the Wagga Wagga CBD on the Sturt Highway.

2) The precinct is bounded to the north by the Murrumbidgee River and thus most of the land is flood prone. 3) East Wagga Wagga contains many industrial and commercial businesses. Gumly Gumly has a large number of small rural holdings. The precinct is of a different character to the suburban areas of Wagga Wagga, hence the amount of open space per 1,000 people is very high. The main open space area is the Wagga Exhibition Centre (28.1 ha) which is used by people from all over the region. 4) Housing in this precinct is characterised by separate standalone dwellings. Three bedroom houses are the most common housing type in Gumly Gumly (50.3%). There are also a sizable number of four bedroom dwellings (approximately

30%). 42.1% of houses in the Wagga Wagga LGA have three bedrooms. 5) Regional assets in this precinct include: Wagga Exhibition Centre which includes McDonaldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Park Senior Rugby League, Parramore Park Junior Rugby League and Wagga Netball. Community consultation for this precinct that is relevant to this project included: a) Improvements to Wagga and District Kart Racing Club track b) Support the growth of shooting sports.

Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

549

880

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

57.7 ha

36 ha

2011 Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

2011 Socio-Economic Index Lowest for this precinct

2011 Socio-Economic Index Highest for this precinct

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Precinct

998

925

967

2011 Households with broadband in Wagga Wagga

2011 Households with broadband in this Precinct

2016 Medical Centres in this precinct

2016 Childcare Facilities in this Precinct

2016 Schools in this Precinct

65%

62%

Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is expected to experience some growth mainly at Governors Hill. Gumly Gumly is restricted to growth being a flood prone area. Based on this growth scenario, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

2.9

6.1

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

2.2

5.2

3.0

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

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Action Name

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

EWG1

Assist Wagga and District Kart Racing Club to renew their track surface

Short

Internal Staff

EWG2

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Lonergan Place

$40,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

EWG3

In consultation with recreational gun clubs develop a precinct Master Plan

Short

Internal Staff

EWG4

Develop a Master Plan for equestrian facilities on the eastern side of the Wagga Exhibition Centre

$30,000

Short

Clubs, GPR, Grants

Unfunded

EWG5

Seal the car park at Parramore Park

$67,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

EWG6

Investigate partnering with the Gumly Gumly Recreational Reserve Trust to improve Gumly Gumly Oval and open up for public use

Medium

Grants, GPR, Club

EWG7

Construct 6.1 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

$1,165,000 Medium

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

EWG8

Construct 3 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$409,000

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

Long

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this precinct are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities 2) Review and Planning for Dog Facilities 3) Activating river reserves 4) Active Travel Plan – Walking 5) Active Travel Plan – Cycling which includes upgrading the surface of the Kooringal Road shared path 78

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EWG1 Assist Wagga and District Kart Racing Club to renew their track surface Justification/Brief: The Wagga and District Kart Racing Club has a 850 m long x 7.5 m wide hotmix track on Tasman Road. The surface is ageing and in need of repair works. If a hotmix overlay at $39.70 per square metre was chosen as the preferred repair method, it would cost approximately $250,000. The Kart Club already has approximately $150,000 and is seeking additional grants to allow them to undertake the project. The Kart Club has approached Council staff asking for assistance in applying for grant funding to carry out repair works.

EWG2 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Lonergan Place Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playground in this precinct that is scheduled to be renewed is located in Lonergan Place. It was renewed in 2017 and will be due again around 2037.

Location: The Wagga and District Kart Racing Club is located on Tasman Road

Location: Lonergan Place playground.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Assist the Wagga and District Kart Racing Club to apply for grant funds to repair their hotmix surface

• Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Provide advice on repair options. Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate • Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: $40,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

EWG3 In consultation with recreational gun clubs develop a precinct Master Plan Justification/Brief: The Wagga Wagga City Pistol Club, the Australian Clay Target Association and the Wagga Small Bore Rifle Club all operate on sites near the corner of Copland Street and Tasman Road. The Pistol Club and Small Bore Rifle Club both operate on Council owned land and have ageing facilities. Council could assist these clubs in planning to improve their facilities and in preparing grant applications through the development of a precinct Master Plan.

EWG4 Develop a Master Plan for equestrian facilities on the eastern side of the Wagga Exhibition Centre Justification/Brief: The land on the eastern side of Marshalls Creek at the Wagga Exhibition Centre has been earmarked for equestrian facilities. A culvert access and gravel hard stand at the site was installed in 2016. Master planning needs to be completed to further develop the area. This needs to be done with consideration given to the broader Exhibition Centre usage and traffic movements. Consideration also needs to be given to proposed equestrian improvements at Charles Sturt University.

Location: The recreational gun Clubs precinct on the corner of Tasman Road and Copland Street.

Location: Wagga Exhibition Centre is on the corner of Copland Street and Kooringal Road.

Scope: The items in scope are:

Scope: The item in scope is:

â&#x20AC;˘ Assist the recreational gun clubs to accommodate their needs through the development of a precinct Master Plan.

â&#x20AC;˘ Assist the equine community to develop a Master Plan for the Wagga Exhibition Centre eastern side.

Cost: $0 NA

Cost: $30,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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EWG5 Seal the car park at Parramore Park Justification/Brief: Currently junior rugby league’s home ground is Parramore park at the Wagga Exhibition Centre. Their car park is unsealed. This is not an ideal situation given it is a winter sport. All other sports at the Exhibition Centre have sealed car parks. It is recommended that this car park be sealed to bring it up to the same standard as the other car parks.

EWG6 Investigate partnering with the Gumly Gumly Recreation Reserve Trust to improve Gumly Gumly Oval and open up for public use Justification/Brief: Gumly Gumly Oval is owned and maintained by the Gumly Gumly Recreational Reserve Trust. There is a growing demand for AFL fields in Wagga Wagga. There is potential for Gumly Gumly Oval to be further used. Council may be able to assist with upgrades and/or maintenance and in turn open the ground up for public use.

Location: Parramore Park is located on the south western side of the Exhibition Centre.

Location: Gumly Gumly Oval is located on the corner of Sturt Highway and Pioneer Avenue.

Scope: The item in scope is:

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Lay a two coat aggregate seal over 5,500 square metres of car park.

• Consult with Gumly Gumly Recreation Reserve Trust and AFL Riverina regarding possible future public use

Cost: $67,000 Unfunded

• Consult the broader community to determine what facilities are preferred.

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Gumly Oval Source: City of Wagga Wagga 82

EWG7 Construct 6.1 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs Justification/Brief: Shared paths are generally wider than footpaths and are used by walkers and cyclists. This precinct already has shared paths on Kooringal Road down to the river walk. The proposed shared path is the main Active Travel Plan cycling corridor between Forest Hill and the CBD. The corridor uses the closed railway line.

Location: Shared path link between the CBD and Forest Hill as recommended by the Active Travel Plan – Cycling. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consultation with stakeholders regarding proposed shared path. The main stakeholder will be farmers • Construct 2.5 m wide shared path with gravel pavement and hotmix surface to cater for all cycle types. Cost: $1,165,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

EWG8 Construct 3 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents Justification/Brief: The East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly precinct, being largely industrial and rural residential, has very few footpaths. There are some footpaths on the Sturt Highway between Nagle Street and Lake Albert Road. It is recommended that these be continued to the east along the highway to Stuart Road. This would allow workers from the industrial area to walk to the river precinct or town centre. It would also give ability for young children on bikes and parents with prams to ride or walk safely. Location: East Wagga Wagga. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property • Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2 m; preferred width is 1.8 m given the footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes, walkers, parents with prams and mobility scooters. Width will also be subject to available space taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees. Cost: $409,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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Forest Hill

UR TH

INGLEW

OOD R

MO OLA

PIC OLYM

HWY

BOOROOMA ESTELLA GOBBAGOMBALIN PRECINCT

CENTRAL NORTH WAGGA PRECINCT

STURT

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

HWY

MOUNT AUSTIN TOLLAND

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

TURVEY PARK PRECINCT

EAST WAGGA GUMLY PRECINCT KOORINGAL

RED HILL

ROAD

FOREST HILL PRECINCT

BOURKELANDS LLOYD SPRINGVALE PRECINCT LAKE ALBERT TATTON PRECINCT

4.10 - Forest Hill Introduction This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the precinct over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections:

2) Forest Hill was selected as an air force training base during the World War II, and the surrounding suburb developed to support the needs of the defence base.

Community consultation for this precinct that is relevant to this project is as follows:

3) A small shopping complex is located in Forest Hill.

a) Investigate tourism opportunities with the RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre to build on existing interest in local museums and heritage.

4) Subdivision development in the precinct includes plans for parklands and wetlands.

b) Upgrade park facilities at Forest Hill by providing shade and BBQs.

3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040

5) Regional assets in this precinct include:

c) Increase access to public amenities.

4) Project descriptions.

7) RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre and associated outdoor display of historic aircraft

1) Precinct characteristics 2) Current supply and future demand analysis

Precinct Characteristics

6) RAAF Base Wagga

8) Airport.

1) Forest Hill is located about 10 km to the east of the Wagga Wagga CBD. Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

2,274

3,285

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4 ha

2.07 ha

3.98 ha

2011 Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

2011 Socio-Economic Index Lowest for this precinct

2011 Socio-Economic Index Highest for this precinct

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

968

1,095

2011 Households with broadband - Wagga Wagga

2011 Households with broadband – Precinct

2016 Medical Centres in this Precinct

Childcare Facilities in this Precinct

Schools in this Precinct

65%

66%

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Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is expected to experience some growth mainly through the Brunslea Park housing development. Based on this growth scenario, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs Connected

0.87

4.71

3.84

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

2.3

10.52

8.22

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

Actions for the Next 20 Years Based on the above precinct profile, community consultation and assessed needs of the precinct from a recreation, open spaces and community spaces perspective, the following actions are recommended:

Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

FH1

Investigate tourism opportunities with the RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre to build on existing interest in local museums

Short

Internal Staff

FH2

Provide improved access to public amenities in Forest Hill

$10,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

FH3

Further develop the local park in Hazelwood Drive, south west Forest Hill

$256,000

Short

S94

Unfunded

FH4

Recommend rezoning of land adjacent to Smith Street Forest Hill from RE1 to RU1

Short

Internal Staff

FH5

Construct 3.84 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

$856,000

Short

GPR, S94, Grants

Unfunded

FH6

Construct 8.22 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$1,121,000

Short

GPR, S94, Grants

Unfunded

FH7

Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan in order of priority – Forest Hill Oval

$350,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

FH8

Refurbish amenities at Forest Hill Oval as per Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

$228,000

Short

GPR

Funded

FH9

Develop new lineal park in south west Forest Hill

$165,000

Medium

S94

Unfunded

FH10

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Forest Hill Oval and Boree Avenue

$140,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

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FH11

Irrigation systems – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan in order of priority – Forest Hill Oval

$100,000

Medium

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

FH12

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Clive Brunskill Park and Sackville Drive

$80,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

FH13

Develop a new local park off Eldershaw Drive in southern Forest Hill

$281,000

Long

GPR, S94

Unfunded

This precinct is expected to experience minor growth through in fill housing development over the next 20 years. Based on this growth scenario, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this precinct are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Review and Planning for Dog Facilities. 3) Tennis Strategy. 4) Active Travel Plan – Walking. 5) Active Travel Plan – Cycling.

Forest Hill Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath ST

Conservation and Heritage

UR TH

Landscape and Amenity Lineal Park Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds

INGLEW

OOD R

Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

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FH1 Investigate tourism opportunities with the RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre to build on existing interest in local museums Justification/Brief: Located in the Wagga Wagga LGA are two large Australian Defence Force bases - RAAF Base Wagga (Air Force) and the Kapooka Base (Army). Both are recruitment and training centres, bringing to Wagga Wagga a high number of transient occupants and ADF families, typically with a three-year posting cycle. As two major assets to the city, Council wishes to explore potential partnership opportunities to further promote the city through the Aviation Heritage centre. For example, a tour of RAAF Base Wagga and its Heritage Centre as part of the annual Seniors Festival. There is also potential however to offer regular tour groups throughout the year. The provision of publicly accessible amenities should be included in the planning. Location: The Aviation Heritage Centre sits directly in front of RAAF Base Wagga. This is located off the Sturt Highway at Forest Hill Scope: The items in scope are: • Explore potential opportunities to increase accessibility to the Aviation Heritage Centre for community members and visitors • Consult with the RAAF Base Wagga about a strategy to increase visitors to the Heritage Centre and how the Council events team could assist in promotion and the possible introduction of regular tour groups • Plan for the provision of public amenities.

FH2 Provide improved access to public amenities in Forest Hill Justification/Brief: Currently the only public amenities open in Forest Hill during the day are at the shopping centre. A key has to be collected from the café to gain access to these amenities. If the café is closed the amenities cannot be used. There are amenities at the Forest Hill Oval. These are locked when not being used by sporting clubs to minimise vandalism. This precinct will grow over the next 20 years with increased activity generally. Options need to be explored to improve access to public amenities in Forest Hill.

Location: Current amenities at Forest Hill Oval are locked when not being used by sporting clubs. The Forest Hill Shopping Centre amenities can only be accessed during business hours. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consider options for provision of amenities. The options identified to date are: unlock amenities at Forest Hill Oval during the day; provide public amenities at the proposed RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre adjacent to the entrance of RAAF Base Wagga • Consult stakeholders • Write an action plan and report to Council.

Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Cost: $10,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: RAAF Aviation Heritage Centre Source: City of Wagga Wagga 90

FH3 Further develop the local park in Hazelwood Drive, south west Forest Hill

FH4 Recommend rezoning of land adjacent to Smith Street Forest Hill from RE1 to RU1

Justification/Brief: This is a required park development based on the suburb Master Plan. As of January 2017 the park footprint has been created with kerb and guttering boundary and a shared path through it. The Playground Strategy has recommended a local major playground in this location. This park will serve the open space needs of residents in the southern part of Brunslea Park estate.

Justification/Brief: Council owns a block of land on the end of Smith Street Forest Hill. It is adjacent to RAAF Base Wagga and is 3.23 hectares. It is zoned as RE1 Recreation but is currently undeveloped and used for grazing. Forest Hill’s forecast for the ratio of open space per 1,000 people is 3.98 hectares. This is considered adequate (benchmark is 4 hectares). There are no plans to extend housing in this area of Forest Hill. There is privately owned land between this block and the airport. Therefore it is recommended this land be rezoned from RE1 to RU1 (Primary production as per adjacent land). It is then recommended the land be considered for sale as RU1. The proceeds generated from the sale of the land should be used for other recreational development in the LGA.

Location: This park is in Hazelwood Drive Forest Hill. Scope: The items in scope are: • Construct 2.5 m shared path through the length of the park (completed) • Install Riverina Water meter

Location: The surplus land is located at the end of Smith Street Forest Hill adjacent the RAAF Base Wagga and Wagga Wagga Airport. Scope: The items in scope are: • Rezone land in Smith Street from RE1 to RU1 primary production • Sell surplus land at the end of Smith Street, Forest Hill

• Install local major playground • Install BBQ area (shelter, double BBQ and two table settings) near playground.

• Council allocate the income from the sale of land towards recreational development elsewhere in the LGA.

• Landscape • Irrigated kick about space

Cost: $0 NA

• Install fitness equipment along path at various locations.

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Cost: $256,000. Unfunded This is based on the cost estimates for Boorooma Park in Boorooma which is of similar size and nature. Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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FH5 Construct 3.84 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs Justification/Brief: Shared paths are generally wider than footpaths and are used by walkers and cyclists. This precinct already has shared paths along the Sturt Highway adjacent to the RAAF Base. The proposed shared path links will connect Forest Hill with Wagga Wagga City via the proposed Active Transport Cycling Network.

FH6 Construct 8.22 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents Justification/Brief: Forest Hill has very few footpaths. Current locations include a block around the shopping centre and a few minor segments in Brunslea Park. This limits the ability for young children on bikes and parents with prams to engage in safe riding or walking to facilities. The Forest Hill precinct is going to grow over the next 20 years, mainly through Brunslea Park which is attracting families. It would be prudent to provide safe walking and cycling connections to the school, oval and shopping centre. To align with the principle of economic impact, it is recommended that new footpaths be constructed on one side of collector roads that connect residents to facilities. To construct paths on both sides of all streets (as has occurred in the past) is not considered prudent in regards to economic sustainability.

Location: Forest Hill precinct. Yellow lines are existing shared paths. Orange dotted lines are proposed new shared paths.

Location: Forest Hill precinct. Blue lines are existing footpaths. Red lines are proposed new footpaths.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consultation with stakeholders regarding proposed shared path. The main stakeholder will be Crown Lands

• Consultation with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property

• Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2 m; preferred width is 1.8 m given footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes, walkers, prams and mobility scooters. Width will also be subject to available space taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees.

Cost: $856,000 Unfunded

Cost: $1,121,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Brunslea Park Development Source: City of Wagga Wagga 92

FH7 Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Forest Hill Oval Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018.The aim of the plan is to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting system in this precinct that is scheduled to be upgraded is located at the Forest Hill Oval.

Location: Forest Hill Oval is on the corner of Elizabeth Avenue and Brunskill Avenue. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose

FH8 Refurbish amenities at Forest Hill Oval Justification/Brief: Council has a rolling program to refurbish amenity blocks around the city as per the Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan. Prioritisation of works is based on useful life asset data held in Council’s asset register. Forest Hill Oval amenities (ID:456) was built in 1977.

Location: Forest Hill Oval is on the corner of Elizabeth Avenue and Brunskill Avenue. The amenities block is in the middle of the site. Scope: An amenities refurbishment utilises the existing building shell where it is gutted and refitted. The items in scope are:

• Upgrade or renew lighting system as required.

• Consult with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases

Cost: $350,000 Unfunded

• Consider designing the new fit out to allow public access to the amenities during the day

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Consider designs to minimise vandalism damage and enable efficiency gains for maintenance • Consider need for awnings to increase shade for users • Ensure all works comply with Disability Inclusion Act, Design for Access and Mobility Standard AS 1428.1-2009, and National Construction Code 2014 • Reinstate landscaping. Cost: $228,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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FH9 Develop a new lineal park in south west Forest Hill Justification/Brief: This is a proposed lineal park in the Brunslea Park Master Plan. Residential growth in this location requires the development of recreation spaces that provide enhanced amenity for residents.

FH10 and FH12 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Forest Hill Oval, Boree Avenue, Clive Brunskill Park and Sackville Drive.

Location: This lineal park will provide links with Hazelwood Drive park.

Location: Forest Hill precinct playgrounds

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Install fencing

• Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Clean up site

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Construct concrete path 370 m long by 2.5 m wide

• Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

• Plant 80 advanced native trees • Install fitness stations x 2 • Install drinking fountain. Cost: $165,000 Unfunded

Cost: FH10 cost $140,000 Funded FH12 cost $80,000 Funded Total cost $220,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Boree Avenue Playground Source: City of Wagga Wagga 94

FH11 Irrigation Systems – Replace as per the Recreation Asset Management Plan – Forest Hill Oval Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The irrigation systems in this precinct that are scheduled to be renewed in order of priority are located at Forest Hill Oval.

FH13 Develop a new local park off Eldershaw Drive in southern Forest Hill Justification/Brief: Forest Hill is currently low on the ratio of open space per 1000 people. The 2016 figure is 1.91 ha compared to the current 4 ha benchmark. Council owns land on Elizabeth Avenue, adjacent to the Big River Ausply factory. Part of this land includes three house blocks on the south west end of Eldershaw Drive. These were going to be sold on the open market, however the NSW Environment Protection Authority recommended against this given the high number of environmental complaints they already receive regarding Ausply operations. It would therefore be prudent to investigate developing this land into a local park on the western side and potential housing on the north east side well away from the factory.

Location: Renew irrigation system at Forest Hill Oval.

Location: Elizabeth Drive, Forest Hill.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consultation with ground users regarding effectiveness of current system

• Construct 300 m of connecting footpath

• Renew irrigation system including sprinklers, valves, controller, pipes and pump as required.

• Install Riverina Water meter • Install local minor playground • Mass plant natives around Ausply boundary

Cost: $100,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Install fencing • Install picnic shelter and settings • Irrigate around playground • Landscape • Irrigated kick about space • Install fitness equipment along path at various locations. Cost: $281,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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4.11 - Kooringal Implementation Plan Introduction

2) Kooringal was established during the post WWII housing boom.

This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the precinct over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections:

3) The precinct is divided by Lake Albert Road which acts as a barrier for movements east-west within the suburb due to the road being four lanes wide and having high vehicle numbers.

1) Precinct characteristics. 2) Current supply and future demand analysis. 3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040. 4) Project descriptions.

4) There is significant disparity in economic advantage across the precinct. This is an important consideration in identifying the broad range of community needs. 5) Kooringal services include a large shopping complex that has one supermarket and a number of retail outlets. In addition there are two smaller suburban shops. There are two medical centres within the precinct and a State funded Community Centre.

Precinct Characteristics 1) Kooringal is located to the south east of the Wagga Wagga CBD. Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

7,227

8,028

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

998

712

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

65%

64%

6) Kooringal precinct is bounded by Willans Hill to the West. East Wagga Wagga is to the north that has the Exhibition Centre regional sports precinct that also services Kooringal. The shared path on Kooringal road falls into Lake Albert and East Wagga Wagga precincts. There are also five childcare centres, three primary schools and one high school. 7) There are no regional assets located in this precinct. Community consultation for the Kooringal precinct resulted in a number of requests that included increased facilities at skate parks; connectivity through footpath provision, activation of the Rocky Hill walking path connections.

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00,ha

3.37,ha

3.03,ha

Socio-Economic Index Precinct

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools - Precinct

- High 1,119

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Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500m

Number of District Parks

Residents are within 2km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10km

Residents are within 500m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

3.3

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

29.5

6.5

Community meeting places

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

*The open space provision is almost 1 ha per 1,000 people under the benchmark. However on the boundary of Kooringal there is open space such as Willans Hill Reserve and the Exhibition Centre that service Kooringal. When the Exhibition Centre is included in the calculations the amount of open space per 1,000 people increases to 6.5 ha. A significant area of need that has been identified is the requirement to improve connection via improvements to the footpath and shared path network. With a large shopping centre, four schools and five childcare centres, filling in missing links in the footpath network is a priority.

Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

Install BBQ and associated furniture at Henwood Park

$53,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Lions Club

Unfunded

Enhance Wilga Park in partnership with the Kooringal Community Centre

$98,000

Short

Grants, GPR

Unfunded

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Horsley, Gracelands and Henwood

$180,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

Irrigation system at Henwood Park – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$162,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

Investigate options for suburb based events, such as festivals, to take place at Henwood Park

Medium

Internal Staff

Construct 6.5 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$886,000

Medium

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order as per Playground Strategy – John Street, Sherwood and Rotaract

$100,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

Lighting system at Henwood Park – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$292,000

Medium

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

Investigate ways to increase use of Kooringal Tennis Courts at Henwood Park

Medium

Internal Staff

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K10

Develop a lookout picnic node at Rocky Hill Reserve

$87,000

Long

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

K11

Improve Fife Gardens with irrigated kick about space, tree planting and raised garden beds

$54,000

Long

Grants, GPR, Clubs

Unfunded

K12

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Gracelands Retention Basin, Fife Gardens and Cochrane

$75,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

K13

Construct a Kooringal Road shared path adjacent to Wagga Wagga Christian College

$353,000

Short

GPR, RMS

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this precinct are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Review and Planning for Dog Facilities. 3) Tennis Strategy. 4) Active Travel Plan – Walking. 5) Active Travel Plan – Cycling which includes upgrading the surface of the Kooringal Road shared path.

100

Kooringal Precinct 2040 LEGEND STURT

HWY

Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity Lineal Park

Utilities and Services

KOOR

INGAL

Urban Public Space

LBERT

Future Open Space

LAKE A

BOUR

KE ST

REET

Sports

Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private All Ages School - Private

REDH

ILL RD

Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

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K1 Install BBQ and associated furniture at Henwood Park

K2 Enhance Wilga Park in partnership with the Kooringal Community Centre

Justification/Brief: Henwood Park is growing in popularity as a destination park with a playground, sports fields and skate park. Therefore the installation of a BBQ would be appropriate to complement the existing facilities. The Lions Club approached Council in January 2017 offering to work with Council on this development.

Justification/Brief: Wilga Park is located adjacent to the Kooringal Community Centre. Staff from the Community Centre and Social Housing staff approached Council in January 2017 to discuss improving the area. The aim would be to provide families from the social housing area with an open space adjacent to the community centre. It is not proposed that this development include a playground given recreation facilities at Henwood Park are less than 500 m away. Construction works would be managed by Council with funding to be sought from the NSW State Government and maintenance carried out in a partnership arrangement between Council and the community centre.

Location: Henwood Park Oval is located on The Boulevarde and Lake Albert Road.

Location: Wilga Park is located on the corner of Stillman Street and Wilga Street.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Install stainless steel double BBQ on concrete slab

• Install natural play equipment

• Install two picnic tables, shelter, tap and drinking fountain

• Install softfall and edging

• Landscape.

• Complete internal footpaths

Cost: $53,000 Unfunded

• Install water connection and drinking fountain

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Plant 10 advanced native trees with guards and irrigation • Install BBQ and furniture • Construct a junior quarter court basketball and small skate grinding elements. Cost: $98,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Wilks Park 102

Source: City of Wagga Wagga

K3, K7 and K12 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy

K4 Irrigation System – Replace as per the Recreation Asset Management Plan – Henwood Park

Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Horsley Street, Gracelands, Henwood Park, John Street, Sherwood Avenue, Rotaract Park, Fife Gardens and Cochrane Street.

Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The irrigation system in this precinct that is scheduled to be renewed is Henwood Park.

Location: Kooringal precinct playgrounds.

Location: Henwood Park irrigation system to be replaced.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consultation with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Consultation with ground users regarding effectiveness of current system

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Renew irrigation system including sprinklers, valves, controller, pipes and pump as required.

• Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: K3 cost $180,000 Funded K7 cost $100,000 Funded K12 cost $75,000 Funded Total cost $355,000

Cost: $162,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Medium term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

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K5 Investigate options for suburb based events, such as festivals, to take place at Henwood Park

K6 Construct 6.5 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Justification/Brief: There are numerous excellent events that occur throughout the year in Wagga Wagga. Many of these occur in Central Wagga Wagga at locations such as the Victory Memorial Gardens and Wagga Wagga Beach. Requests from the community have indicated a desire to bring events to the suburbs. Henwood Park, with its central location and existing facilities, is recommended as a site where larger events could be held.

Justification/Brief: The older parts of Kooringal around Lake Albert Road and Henwood Park have footpaths on both sides of the street. The newer parts such as Gracelands and the Henwood Street area have no footpaths. This limits the ability of young children on bikes and parents with prams from safely riding or walking to facilities. This precinct has a shopping centre, four schools and five childcare centres and footpath linkages are important. To ensure a sustainable network it is recommended that new footpaths should only be constructed on one side of collector roads that connect residents to facilities.

Location: Henwood Park is on Lake Albert Road in Kooringal.

Location: Kooringal precinct

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with Kooringal based community groups

• Consult with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property

• Brainstorm event ideas • Develop an action plan. Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2m; preferred width is 1.8 m given footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes, and people with walkers, prams and mobility scooters. Width will also be subject to available space taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees. Cost: $886,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Cork and Fork Fest - Riverside Source: City of Wagga Wagga 104

K8 Lighting system at Henwood Park – Replace as per the Recreation Asset Management Plan Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting systems in this precinct that is scheduled to be upgraded is Henwood Park.

Location: Kooringal Precinct lighting systems upgrades Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose

K9 Investigate ways to increase use of Kooringal Tennis Courts at Henwood Park Justification/Brief: Kooringal Tennis Courts are owned by Council but maintained by the tenants - The Kooringal Tennis Club. The club has a declining membership and the courts are currently underutilised. With the expansion of Henwood Park facilities it has grown as a popular destination park. In partnership with the club it is planned to investigate options for increasing the use of the courts. Some options could be opening up the area for free public use and/or converting a court to a full basketball/ netball court. This would complement the skate park and playground to provide activities for all ages.

Location: Kooringal Tennis Club is located at Henwood Park adjacent to the intersection of Lake Albert Road and The Boulevarde. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with Kooringal Tennis Club

• Upgrade or renew lighting system as required.

• Consult the broader community to determine what facilities are preferred

Cost: $292,000 Unfunded

• Consider other possible options such as converting a tennis court to a basketball court

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Develop a Master Plan layout • Seek funding as required. Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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K10 Develop a lookout picnic node at Rocky Hill Reserve Justification/Brief: Rocky Hill Reserve is land owned by Council that possesses a unique natural character for a hill so close to the city. Unlike Willans Hill and Pomingalarna Reserve, it has large granite boulders and numerous large Kurrajong trees. Along with the stunning views to the east, it is an attractive site to visit. A separate project proposes to upgrade the informal walking trail around this site. The construction of a lookout picnic node would complement these works and activate this beautiful site. Location: Rocky Hill is located in North Kooringal adjacent to the monumental cemetery and Simkin Crescent intersection of Lake Albert Road and The Boulevarde. Scope: The items in scope are:

K11 Improve Fife Gardens with irrigated kick about space, tree planting and raised garden beds Justification/Brief: Fife Gardens, at 1.5 ha in size, is a large neighbourhood park with some native trees and a large area of open space grasslands. The area becomes dry and unattractive in the warmer months. It is proposed that approximately 25% of the park be irrigated. This will then provide kick about space and allow the playground surrounds to be watered.

Location: Fife Gardens is in North Kooringal on Boronia Street Scope: The items in scope are:

• Construct 320 m of concrete path to connect with proposed shared path

• Construct 50 m of internal footpath to connect playground with Boronia Street footpath

• Install one bench seat and picnic table

• Install irrigation system for kick about space and around playground

• Install picnic shelter

• Plant native trees and shrubs on raised mounds.

• Landscape with low maintenance native plants. Cost: $87,000 Unfunded

Cost: $54,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Image: Fife Gardens Source: City of Wagga Wagga 106

K13 Kooringal Road shared path adjacent to Wagga Wagga Christian College Justification/Brief: The Kooringal Road shared path is a 2.5 m wide sealed path that connects Lake Albert with the river walk and CBD. Currently there is a missing link located at the closed railway line on Kooringal Road, adjacent to Wagga Wagga Christian College. This project will complete the shared path providing both cyclists, mobility scooters and walkers a safe active corridor to the City.

Location: Kooringal Road adjacent to the Wagga Wagga Christian College Scope: The items in scope are: • 2.5m wide concrete path approximately 250 metres long • Crossing over the Monumental Cemetery northern entrance • Crossing located over the closed railway corridor • Connections to the new levee bank heights. Cost: $353,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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CENTRAL NORTH WAGGA PRECINCT

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ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

HWY

MOUNT AUSTIN TOLLAND TURVEY PARK PRECINCT

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

EAST WAGGA GUMLY PRECINCT KOORINGAL

RED HILL

ROAD

FOREST HILL PRECINCT

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4.12 - Lake Albert/Tatton Implementation Plan Introduction

Precinct Characteristics

1) The Lake Albert/Tatton precinct is located south west of the Wagga Wagga CBD. 2) Lake Albert was established in the 1960s to the east of the lake, while Tatton was established in the 1990s to the west of the lake. 3) Lake Albert housing is situated around all sides of the lake, while Tatton is bounded by Willans Hill to the west and Plumpton Road to the east. 4) The regional assets of Lake Albert - Apex Park and Rawlings Park sports fields - attract numerous users from outside this precinct.

Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

8,808

9,170

5) Lake Albert has a shopping complex that includes a supermarket, gym, service station and other smaller shops such as a pharmacy, liquor store and food retailers. Tatton has no shops. Community consultation for Lake Albert/Tatton raised the following issues: a) Improving infrastructure around the lake including log barrier fences and upgrades to the Lake Albert Hall b) Lighting of the walkway around the lake c) Providing disabled access to Apex Park.

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

6.02 ha

5.79 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average – Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct – High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

999

1,130

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband – Precinct

Medical Centres – Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools – Precinct

65%

75%

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Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is expected to experience minor growth through in fill housing development and the completion of south Tatton over the next 20 years. Based on this growth scenario, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

17.2

20.9

3.7

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

10.8

11.2

Community meeting places

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Project Status Potential Funding (Funded or Sources Unfunded)

LT1

Replace post and rail log fencing with steel bollards at Eastlakes Drive and Lakehaven Drive, Lake Albert

$184,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

LT2

Construct a BBQ area and amenities block at the northern end of Lake Albert

$237,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Service Club

Unfunded

LT3

Irrigation system at Rawlings Park, Lake Albert Oval, Lake Village Park and Croker Park – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$302,590

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

LT4

Construct a netball court at Lake Albert Oval

$60,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

LT5

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order or priority as per Playground Strategy – Lake Village, Kimberley Drive and Tamar Drive

$80,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

LT6

Complete disabled access facilities at Apex Park Playground

$30,000

Medium

GPR, Service Club, Unfunded Grants

LT7

Install an irrigation system in Kimberley Drive Park playground area

$12,000

Medium

GPR

Unfunded

LT8

Investigate the feasibility of a camping/caravan park development at Bosley $0 Park (Boat Club area)

Medium

Internal Staff

LT9

Upgrade Lake Albert Hall to provide internal amenities, improve access, insulation and cladding

$192,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users

Unfunded

LT10

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order or priority as per Playground Strategy – Ray Beddoe, Bosley Memorial, Croker Park and Lake Village

$160,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

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LT11

Lighting system at Apex Park playground – Upgrade as per Community Asset Management Plan

$86,000

Medium

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

LT12

Construct 3.7 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

$414,000

Long

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

LT13

Construct 11.2 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$1,527,000

Long

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

LT14

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order as per Playground Strategy – Lake Albert fitness equipment, Apex, Tatton, O’Halloran and Jack Skeers

$422,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is expected to experience minor growth through in fill housing development and the completion of south Tatton over the next 20 years. Based on this growth The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this precinct are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Review and Planning for Dog Facilities. 3) Tennis Strategy. 4) Wiradjuri Walking Track Activation Plan. 5) Infrastructure to activate spaces (Wi-Fi, services). 6) Public Amenities Activation Plan. 7) Active Travel Plan – Walking. Complete footpaths missing links.

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LEGEND Existing Footpath

BOUR

Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath RED

Conservation and Heritage

HIL

Landscape and Amenity

LAKE

ALBE

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Park Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private

GREGA

DOO R

All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

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LT1 Replace post and rail log fencing with steel bollards at Eastlakes Drive and Lakehaven Drive, Lake Albert Justification/Brief: The post and rail timber fencing on the eastern and southern sides of the lake are at the end of their useful life. On the 23 July 2015 a condition assessment was completed with the entire fence line requiring replacement to keep vehicles off the open space around Lake Albert.

Location: Fence runs along Eastlakes Drive and Lakehaven Drive Scope: The items in scope are: • Remove 2 km of post and rail timber fence • Replace with 2 km of steel bollards. Cost: $184,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

LT2 Construct a BBQ area and amenities block at the northern end of Lake Albert Justification/Brief: Lake Albert is a popular precinct with the shared path now going the full 5.5 km loop around the lake. In January 2016 a laser counter was set up on the path. The average passes (counts) over a two-week period was 490 per day. Currently there are public amenities on the southern end of the lake at Bosley Memorial and Apex Parks. The community and Kooringal Rotary Club have requested amenities, a BBQ area and drinking water on the northern end of the lake. Kooringal Rotary Club has offered to partner Council in the delivery of this project.

Location: The improvements are proposed at the northern end of the lake on the corner of Lake Albert Road and Lakeside Drive. Scope: The items in scope are: • Construct disabled unisex amenities (three cubicles) • Install internal and external solar powered lighting (complimenting lights 4 the lake) • Connect to services – under bore Lakeside drive • Construct double stainless steel BBQ area and shelter • Install picnic settings and bins • Install a drinking station. Cost: $237,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Lake Albert Source: City of Wagga Wagga 114

LT3 Irrigation systems at Rawlings Park, Lake Albert Oval, Lake Village Park and Croker Park – Replace as per the Recreation Asset Management Plan Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The irrigation systems in this precinct that are scheduled to be renewed in order of priority are: Rawlings Park, Lake Albert Oval, Lake Village Park and Croker Park.

LT4 Construct a netball court at Lake Albert Oval Justification/Brief: Many AFL clubs have facilities for both AFL and netball at the same site. This model is working very well as it enables families to stay together for weekend sport. The AFL club Eastlake MCU utilise Lake Albert Oval. The Club has approached Council regarding approval to build a netball court adjacent to Lake Albert Oval. The Club is seeking grant funding.

Location: Renew irrigation systems in Lake Albert Tatton precinct.

Location: Lake Oval is on the corner of Lake and Main Streets, Lake Albert.

Scope: The items in scope are:

Scope: The item in scope is:

• Consultation with ground users regarding effectiveness of current system

• Construct a full size netball court of concrete or hotmix.

• Renew irrigation system including sprinklers, valves, controller, pipes and pump as required.

Cost: $60,000 Funded

Cost: $302,590 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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LT5, LT10 and LT14 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Croker, Lake Village, Kimberley Drive, Tamar Drive, Ray Beddoe, Bosley Memorial, Lake Albert fitness equipment, Apex, Tatton, O’Halloran and Jack Skeers.

LT6 Complete disabled access facilities at Apex Park playground Justification/Brief: Apex Park at Lake Albert has a regional playground that has close to 1,000 visits per week (Playground Strategy 2016). It is the second busiest playground in the LGA after the Botanic Gardens. The newly developed car park at Apex Park has a disabled car parking space. The playground has a disabled children’s swing which has a harness. The nearby BBQ area has two picnic settings with large kick back area to allow wheelchair access. The amenities block has disability friendly cubicles. These facilities need to be connected via a concrete footpath.

Location: Lake Albert Tatton precinct playgrounds

Location: Apex Park is in Lake Street, Lake Albert.

Scope: The items in scope are:

Scope: The item in scope is:

• Consultation with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Construct 110 m of disability compliant concrete footpath 1.8 m wide (198 sq m) to connect disabled car park with playground, central BBQ shelter and amenities block.

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate • Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: LT5 cost $80,000 Funded LT10 cost $160,000 Funded LT14 cost $422,000 Funded Total cost $662,000

Cost: $30,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

Image: Apex Park - Lake Albert Source: City of Wagga Wagga 116

LT7 Install an irrigation system in Kimberley Drive Park playground area Justification/Brief: Kimberley Drive playground is the only one of the four in Tatton that is not currently irrigated. During the Playground Strategy consultation residents asked whether it could be brought up to meet the same standard as the other sites. Kimberley Drive Park is two hectares. The entire area would not be used enough to justify irrigating it all. Therefore it is recommended that a small area adjacent the playground be irrigated.

Location: Kimberley Drive playground is on the northern end of the open space that runs between Plumpton Road and Fitzroy Street/Kimberley Drive Scope: The items in scope are:

LT8 Investigate the feasibility of a camping/ caravan park development at Bosley Park (Boat Club area) Justification/Brief: The Wagga Wagga Boat Club has raised the possibility of having a camping/caravan park in the Bosley Park bush reserve area. This would be particularly be helpful when boating events were held on at the Lake. An issue to consider is whether the facility would be free all year round versus commercially operated. It may not be economically viable given campers cannot be sited right nest to the water and the lake is not always full. These and other issues need to be considered in a feasibility study. Location: The Bosley Park bush reserve is south of Nelson Drive, Lake Albert. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with stakeholders

• Install Riverina Water meter

• Write a feasibility study.

• Install small automatic pop-up irrigation system.

Cost: $0 NA

Cost: $12,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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LT9 Upgrade Lake Albert Hall by providing internal amenities, improve access, insulation and cladding

LT11 Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Apex Park Playground

Justification/Brief: The Lake Albert Hall (Asset ID:253) was built in 1960. It is the only community accessible hall in the southern Lake Albert area. The building is in good condition and is well utilised. The roof and floor were refurbished in the last five years and are in good working order. Users have requested disabled access and internal amenities. It would also be prudent to insulate the walls to improve the efficiency of the gas heating and evaporative cooling.

Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting system in this precinct that is scheduled to be upgraded is located at the Apex Park playground.

Location: The Lake Albert Hall is located between Apex Park and Lake Albert Oval. Scope: The items in scope are: • Install wall insulation • Re-clad walls with corrugated iron • Install a disability compliant entrance ramp

Location: Apex park is on the southern end of Eastlakes Drive. The lights to be upgraded are in the middle of the playground. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose • Upgrade or renew lighting system as required.

• Provide internal amenities – one disability accessible, one ambulant and one standard cubicle.

Cost: $86,000 Unfunded

Cost: $192,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Lake Albert Hall Source: City of Wagga Wagga 118

LT12 Construct 3.7 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs Justification/Brief: Shared paths are generally wider than footpaths and are used by walkers and cyclists. This precinct already has shared paths around the lake, on Plumpton Rd and through Rawlings Park. The proposed shared path links are along Main Street south, Gregadoo Road and Plumpton Road between Nelson Drive and Gregadoo Road. This will provide safe connections between residents and Mater Dei College, Lake Albert Public School and the lake precinct.

Location: Lake Albert Tatton precinct. Yellow lines are existing shared paths. Orange dotted line is the proposed new shared path on Plumpton-Gregadoo Road and Main Street. Scope: The item In scope is: • Consultation with stakeholders regarding proposed shared path. Construct shared path out of material that is in character with the location. Types of material are gravel, aggregate seal, hotmix and concrete. Minimum width is 2.5 m. Aggregate seal is the recommended material here.

LT13 Construct 11.2 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents Justification/Brief: Lake Albert and Tatton have almost no footpaths except on Main Street, Vincent Road, Tamar Drive and Stirling Boulevard. This precinct has a high number of families. It would be prudent to provide safe walking and cycling connections between residents and schools, parks, Lake Albert, Rawlings Park and the shopping centre. To align with the principle of economic impact, it is recommended new footpaths be constructed on one side of collector roads that connect residents to facilities. To construct paths on both sides of all streets (as has occurred in the past) is not considered prudent in regards to economic sustainability. Location: Lake Albert Tatton precinct. Blue lines are existing footpaths. Red lines are proposed new footpaths. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consultation with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property

Cost: $414,000 Unfunded

• Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2m; preferred width is 1.8 m given footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes and people with walkers, prams and mobility scooters. Width will also be subject to available space taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees.

Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Cost: $1,527,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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Mount Austin/Tolland/Turvey Park

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HWY

COPLA

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FERNL

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ND ST

EIGH R

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MO OLA CO

PIC OLYM

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BOOROOMA ESTELLA GOBBAGOMBALIN PRECINCT

CENTRAL NORTH WAGGA PRECINCT

STURT

REDH

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

ILL RD

HWY

MOUNT AUSTIN TOLLAND TURVEY PARK PRECINCT

ASHMONT GLENFIELD SAN ISIDORE PRECINCT

EAST WAGGA GUMLY PRECINCT KOORINGAL

RED HILL

ROAD

FOREST HILL PRECINCT

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4.13 - Mount Austin/Tolland/Turvey Park Implementation Plan Introduction This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the precinct over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections: 1) Precinct characteristics. 2) Current supply and future demand analysis. 3) Vision map of what the precinct could look like in 2040. 4) Project descriptions.

Precinct Characteristics 1) The Mount Austin, Tolland and Turvey Park precinct is located to the south of the Wagga Wagga CBD. 2) Tolland and Mount Austin were established during the post World War II housing boom.

3) Turvey Park is an older suburb that was developed predominantly in the first half of the twentieth century. It contains many heritage listed homes and streets with established trees and gardens. 4) There is significant disparity in economic advantage across the precinct. This is an important consideration in identifying the broad range of community needs. 5) Services within this precinct include two shopping complexes and a community centre located within Tolland. There are eight schools, four childcare centres and two medical centres within this precinct

Community consultation for this precinct identified that: a) The Botanic Gardens, Zoo and Museum of the Riverina are significant regional assets valued by broad sections of the community and should be reviewed for improvements. b) There is also a demand for increased facilities at skate parks and other youth facilities and for increased facilities for visitors attending regional assets.

6) Regional community assets in this precinct include the Botanic Gardens, Museum of the Riverina, Wagga Music Bowl, TAFE NSW Riverina Institute campus, Wagga Wagga Showgrounds, Wagga Harness Racing Club and Wagga and District Greyhound Racing Club stadium, Riverina Regional Archives and Riverina Conservatorium of Music.

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Population 2016

Population Est. 2040

10,643

11,805

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

4.41 ha

3.98 ha

2011 Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

2011 Socio-Economic Index Lowest for this precinct

2011 Socio-Economic Index Highest for this precinct

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Precinct

998

494

1,126

10%

011 Households with broadband 2011 Households with in Wagga Wagga broadband in this Precinct

2016 Medical Centres in this precinct

2016 Childcare Facilities in this Precinct

2016 Schools in this Precinct

65%

59%

scenario, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be built over 20 years to meet demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

9.7

14.2

4.5

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

72.0

84.0

12.0

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe Project Status Potential (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 (Funded or Funding Sources or Long 10-20+) Unfunded)

MTT1

Refurbish amenities at Anderson Oval as per the Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

$215,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MTT2

Improve Willans Hill lookout, formalise connecting walking trails to Botanic Gardens precinct and reseal Captain Cook Drive

$117,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Service Club

Unfunded

MTT3

Refurbish amenities at French Fields as per Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

$209,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MTT4

Refurbish amenities at Kessler Park as per Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

$221,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MTT5

Install a bicycle pump track at Emblen Park Tolland

$80,000

Short

Grant, GPR

Funded

MTT6

Construct 4.5 kms of shared paths to create connections between suburbs $288,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

MTT7

Lighting systems upgrades as per Recreation Asset Management Plan Short term

$753,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

MTT8

Playground replacements and renewals in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Short term

$60,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

MTT9

Lighting systems upgrades as per Recreation Asset Management Plan Medium term

$878,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

MTT10

Playground replacements and renewals in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Medium term

$141,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

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MTT11

Gissing Oval - Install subsurface drainage and replace boundary fence

$182,000

Medium

GPR, Grants and User Groups

Unfunded

MTT12

Refurbish kiosk and scorer’s box building at Gissing Oval

$249,000

Medium

GPR

Funded

MTT13

Construct 12 kms of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

$1,636,000

Medium

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

MTT14

Irrigation systems renewals as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$142,000

Medium

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MTT15

Playground replacements and renewals in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Long term

$730,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this precinct are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities such as street Christmas parties. 2) Review and Planning for Dog Facilities. 3) Tennis Strategy. 4) Active Travel Plan – Walking. 5) Active Travel Plan – Cycling which includes upgrading the surface of the Kooringal Road shared path.

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Mount Austin/Tolland/Turvey Park Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath STURT

Existing Shared Path HWY

Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage

COPLA

ND ST

EIGH R

KOOR

FERNL

INGAL

Landscape and Amenity Lineal Park Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre

REDH

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MTT1 Refurbish amenities at Anderson Oval MTT2 Improve Willans Hill lookout, Justification/Brief: Council has a rolling program to refurbish amenity blocks around formalise connecting walking trails to the city as per the Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan. Prioritisation Botanic Gardens precinct and reseal of works is based on useful life asset data held in Council’s asset register. The Anderson Oval amenities (ID: 239) were built in 1976. Captain Cook Drive Location: Anderson Oval is in Mount Austin adjacent the corner of Glenfield Road and Fernleigh Road. The Amenities block is on the south west side of the sports oval. Scope: An amenities refurbishment utilises the existing building shell where it is gutted and refitted. The items in scope are:

Justification/Brief: The Willans Hill lookout on Captain Cook Drive is the main lookout for Wagga Wagga. It was formalised in 1970 with a car park area, furniture and memorials. A large sheltered frame was installed in 1981. The area is in a poor condition and is due for improvement works. Following the improvement works to the lookout it would be prudent to activate the informal walking trails connecting the lookout to the Botanic Gardens precinct and the Museum of the Riverina.

• Consult with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases

Location: The lookout is on Captain Cook Drive, Willans Hill. The walking trail is a loop connecting the lookout, Botanic Gardens and the Museum of the Riverina.

• Consider for designing the new fit out to allow public access to the amenities during the day

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consider designs to minimise vandalism damage and enable efficiency gains for maintenance

• Invite service clubs involved in the lookout’s establishment to contribute to design and implementation of works

• Consider need for awnings to increase shade for users

• Resurface car parking area

• Gut the building including removal of any asbestos containing materials

• Install two new picnic settings

• Construct building shell expansion and internal reconfigurations

• Judiciously prune appropriate trees to allow views of the city

• Replace electrical systems where required

• Tidy up existing furniture

• Replace plumbing components where required

• Formalise 2.15 km of shared path walking trail (costed separately under shared paths project)

• Renew tiling • Replace roof if required

• Shoulder grade and reseal Captain Cook Drive.

• Renew plastering or other appropriate lining

Cost: $117,000 Unfunded

• Ensure all works comply with Disability Inclusion Act, Design for Access and Mobility Standard AS 1428.1-2009, and National Construction Code 2014

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Paint inside and out and reinstate landscaping. Cost: $215,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MTT3 Refurbish amenities at French Fields

MTT4 Refurbish amenities at Kessler Park

Location: French Fields is in Mount Austin adjacent to the corner of Glenfield Road and Fernleigh Road. The amenities block is on the south west side of the sports oval. Scope: An amenities refurbishment utilises the existing building shell where it is gutted and refitted. The items in scope are: • Consult with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases • Consider for designing the new fit out to allow public access to the amenities during the day • Consider designs to minimise vandalism damage and enable efficiency gains for maintenance

Location: Kessler Park is located in Mount Austin on Nordlingen Drive. Scope: An amenities refurbishment utilises the existing building shell where it is gutted and refitted. The items in scope are: • Consultation with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases • Consideration for designing the new fit out to allow public access to the amenities during the day • Consider designs to minimise vandalism damage and enable efficiency gains for maintenance • Consider need for awnings to increase shade for users

• Consider need for awnings to increase shade for users

• Gut the building including removal of any asbestos containing materials

• Construct building shell expansion and internal reconfigurations

• Replace electrical systems where required

• Replace plumbing components where required

• Renew tiling

• Replace roof if required

• Plastering or other appropriate lining

• Ensure all works comply with Disability Inclusion Act, Design for Access and Mobility Standard AS 1428.1-2009, and National Construction Code 2014

• Paint inside and out and reinstate landscaping.

• Paint inside and out reinstate landscaping.

Cost: $221,000 Funded

Cost: $209,000 Funded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MTT5 Install a bicycle pump track at Emblen Park, Tolland

MTT6 Construct 4.5 kms of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

Justification/Brief: Council has been successful in obtaining a grant from the NSW Department of Housing to install a pump track in lower Tolland. Pump tracks are popular amongst mountain bike, BMX and scooter riders. The pump track will complement the playground upgrade project in Emblen Park. It will attract families and provide hours of energy sapping fun for primary and high school children.

Justification/Brief: Shared paths are generally wider than footpaths and are used by walkers and cyclists. This precinct already has shared paths along the top of Willans Hill and through open space reserves such as in Maher Street. The proposed shared path links will connect Mount Austin to other suburbs via the Botanic Gardens and the Willans Hill ridgeline trail. The shared trail loop north of Lord Baden Powell Drive has been included in the Willans Hill upgrade project.

Location: The location for the proposed pump track is in Emblen Park which is in Bruce Street, Tolland. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with users groups on any design requests • Site setup – clearly mark all existing underground assets • Construct compacted earth pump track sub-base around 130 m long with an average width of 3 m • Compacted road base gravel 2 m wide and 200 mm depth over length of track • Surface finish of Asphalt AC7 mm (total 750 sq m) • Install barrier fence to keep vehicles off the track. Cost: $80,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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Location: Mount Austin Tolland Turvey Park precinct. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with stakeholders regarding proposed shared path. The main stakeholder will be Crown Lands • Construct shared path out of material that is in character with the location. Types of material are gravel, aggregate seal, hotmix and concrete. Concrete is preferred in flood zones. Minimum width is 2.5 m; greater widths are preferred in high traffic areas. Cost: $288,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

MTT7 and MTT9 Lighting systems – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

MTT8, MTT10 and MTT15 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy

Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting systems in this precinct that are scheduled to be upgraded in order of priority are: Botanic Gardens car park, Harris Park, French Fields, Gissing Oval and Botanic Gardens Music Bowl.

Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Short term is Flinders Street Park. Medium term are Emblen Park, Ken Schultz Park, Gissing Oval, Kildare Avenue and Hopwood Park. Long term are Jack Avenue Park, Leavenworth Drive, Botanic Gardens Family Day Care, Adventure and Kidsville, Kessler, Chambers and Maher Streets.

Location: Mount Austin Tolland Turvey Park precinct lighting systems upgrades

Location: Mount Austin Tolland Turvey Park precinct playgrounds.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consultation with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose

• Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Upgrade or renew lighting system as required.

• Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

Cost: MTT7 cost: $753,000 Unfunded MTT9 cost: $878,000 Unfunded Total cost: $1,631,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

Cost: MTT8 cost: $60,000 Funded MTT10 cost: $141,000 Funded MTT15 cost: $730,000 Funded Total cost: $931,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Medium Term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

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MTT11 Install subsurface drainage and replace boundary fence at Gissing Oval

MTT12 Refurbish kiosk and scorer’s box building at Gissing Oval

Justification/Brief: Gissing Oval is a heavily used soccer ground in winter. It is used on average for 55 hours per week which is considered over 100% capacity. The ground is often closed after rain because of soft surfaces and the resulting impact on soccer is significant. Given soccer as a sport is growing citywide there are usually no other grounds available to move to, hence games are cancelled. By installing subsurface drainage the ground will be available more often through the winter season. Currently the old fence and hedge are untidy and give the ground an uninviting atmosphere. Removing the hedge and replacing the fence will improve the area’s safety and appeal.

Justification/Brief: Council has a rolling program to refurbish amenity blocks around the city. Prioritisation of works is based on useful life asset data held in Council’s asset register. Gissing Oval amenities (ID: 217) were built in 1982.

Location: Gissing Oval is located in Turvey Park on Blamey Street and Bluett Crescent.

Scope: The items in scope are:

Scope: A refurbishment utilises the existing building shell where it is gutted and refitted. The items in scope are:

• Consult with users groups on any design requests • Site setup – clearly mark all existing underground assets • Install sand slit drainage • Remove boundary fence including shrubs. It is estimated the fence was built in the 1960s with the shrubs on the fence being well established in 1971 aerial imagery. The original dressing shed was constructed in 1960. • Replace the fence with 1.8 m high chainmesh fence including two double gates on Bluett Crescent. Cost: $182,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Consultation with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases • Consider designs to minimise vandalism damage and enable efficiency gains for maintenance • Consider need for awnings to increase shade for users • Gut the building including removal of any asbestos containing materials • Construct building shell expansion and internal reconfigurations • Replace electrical systems and plumbing components where required • Renew tiling and replace roof if required • Plastering or other appropriate lining • Paint inside and out • Ensure all works comply with Disability Inclusion Act, Design for Access and Mobility Standard AS 1428.1-2009, and National Construction Code 2014 • Reinstate landscaping if required. Cost: $249,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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MTT13 Construct 12 kms of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents Justification/Brief: As an older suburb Turvey Park has footpaths in most streets on both sides. Mount Austin and Tolland on the other hand have many streets with no footpaths. This limits the ability of young children on bikes and parents with prams from safely riding or walking to facilities. This precinct has an above average number of people who do not have access to a car. To align with the principle of economic impact, it is recommended that new footpaths be constructed on one side of collector roads that connect residents to facilities. Location: Mount Austin Tolland Turvey Park precinct. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consultation with residents regarding proposed footpath to traverse the nature strip in front of their property

MTT14 Irrigation system renewals as per the Recreation Asset Management Plan Justification/Brief: In June 2012 Council adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The irrigation system renewals in this precinct are all medium term - Botanic Gardens (tree chapel and adventure playground area) and Gissing Oval.

Location: Mount Austin Tolland Turvey Park precinct irrigation systems to be replaced. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with ground users regarding effectiveness of current system

• Construct concrete footpath. Minimum width is 1.2 m; preferred width is 1.8 m given footpath is on one side of street only and will be used by children on bikes, walkers, prams and mobility scooters. Width will also be subject to available space taking into account nature strip, underground assets and trees.

• Renew irrigation system including sprinklers, valves, controller, pipes and pump as required.

Cost: $1,636,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Cost: $142,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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4.14 - Currawarna Implementation Plan Introduction

Village Characteristics

This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the village over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections: 1) Village characteristics. 2) Current supply and future demand analysis. 3) Vision map of what the village could look like in 2040. 4) Project descriptions.

Population 2016

1) Currawarna is 30 km north west of Wagga Wagga city. 2) The Old Narrandera Road bisects the village. 3) The village is located on an attractive and accessible stretch of river, which is used by locals and visitors to the area. 4) It has a strong village and rural identity. 5) The area is mostly serviced by Fixed Wireless or Sky Muster connections (www.nbnco.com.au

as at March 2018) Feedback from consultation carried out during the Community Strategic Plan development show that many people living in these areas report that they experience difficulty accessing the internet. Identified issues for Currawarna included: a) The lack of local facilities, such as a petrol station, and some issues surrounding rubbish and dumping in open space areas. b) There was also a wish to increase the local sense of place with tree plantings.

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

24.3 ha

20.4 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - High

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Precinct

998

982

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres- Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools - Precinct

65%

57.3%

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Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is expected to experience some minor increases in population over the next 20 years with opportunities for a small amount of growth. To service the community, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. In most cases the current supply will be sufficient for the predicted minor growth over the next 20 years. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended to construct paths in Currawarna. With wide road reserves and low traffic volumes people can move around the streets reasonably safely. The busiest road in Currawarna is Old Narrandera Road which had an average annual daily traffic (AADT) count in 2011 of 315 vehicles. This is considered very low.

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Actions for the Next 20 Years Based on the above village profile, community consultation and assessed needs of the precinct from a recreation, open spaces and community spaces perspective, the following actions are recommended:

Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Recommended Timeframe Potential Total Rounded (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 Funding Cost or Long 10-20) Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

VC1

Expand the sporting facilities at the recreation reserve

$50,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

VC2

Community tree planting to improve the village shade canopy

$10,000

Medium

GPR, Residents

Unfunded

VC3

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Currawarna Recreation Reserve

$20,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities (20C). 2) River Reserves – Improvement Plan (19C).

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Currawarna Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path

CLEEK

Proposed Footpath

Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity Lineal Park Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space O

Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

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AS ST

R RD

ANDE

ARR LD N

VC1 Expand the sporting facilities at the recreation reserve

VC2 Community tree planting to improve the village shade canopy

Justification/Brief: During Council’s village consultations (early 2017) Currawarna residents requested a BMX track. In 2011 (ABS data) there were 52 children under the age of 14 in Currawarna. Therefore it would be appropriate to provide a small BMX track. The recreation reserve has room for a track. A pump track design would be appropriate as they work well on flat sites and attract sustained use. While this work is being done it is recommended that a concrete hard stand for the existing basketball ring and a concrete handball court be built.

Justification/Brief: During Council’s village consultations (early 2017) Currawarna residents requested tree planting to increase shade. Being 30km north west of Wagga the village is slightly hotter and parts of Currawarna are quite exposed to the elements. Therefore it is recommended that Council offer to donate 50 advanced trees to the village. Residents will be invited to plant and look after the trees ensuring they get established. Trees need to be planted on public land with the goal being to improve the general shade canopy.

Location: The Currawarna Recreation Reserve is on the corner of Bidgee Street and Old Narrandera Road.

Location: The Currawarna Recreation Reserve is an example of a location where tree planting could take place.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Construct a concrete hard stand under the existing basketball ring

• Invite residents to participate in tree planting

• Construct a concrete handball court

• Order and supply advanced trees up to a total of 50 at $200 each

• Small BMX pump track.

• Residents plant and look after trees.

Cost: $50,000 Unfunded

Cost: $10,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Currawarna

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VC3 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playground in this village that is scheduled to be refurbished is at the Currawarna Recreation Reserve. Location: Playground at Currawarna Recreation Reserve. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground • Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate • Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: $20,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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4.15 - Collingullie Implementation Plan Introduction

2) It is a closely settled village with smaller blocks than other villages in the LGA.

This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the village over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections:

3) The village reported a strong community spirit, particularly around football and socialising.

2) Current supply and future demand analysis.

4) Community activity in the village centres around the general store, community hall, hotel and primary school.

3) Vision map of what the Village could look like in 2040.

5) In the village of Collingullie, households are more likely to have access to two or more cars (75.8%).

4) Project descriptions.

6) Currently, the area is mostly serviced by Fixed Wireless or Sky Muster connections (www. nbnco.com.au March 8 2018). Feedback from consultation carried out during the Community Strategic Plan shows that many people living in these areas report that they experience difficulty accessing the internet.

1) Village characteristics.

Village Characteristics 1) Collingullie is 22 km west of Wagga Wagga on the Sturt Highway. Population 2016

Community space in Collingullie includes the Collingullie Glenfield Football and Netball club house, hotel and the Collingullie Soldier’s Memorial Hall. Community consultation focused on the lifestyle and peace of village life. Identified issues for Collingullie included: a) The lack of local facilities, such as a petrol station, b) Issues surrounding rubbish and dumping in open space areas.

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

20.4 ha

33.6 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

1,025

1074

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools - Precinct

65%

73.2%

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Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended that paths be constructed in Collingullie. With wide 19 m road reserves and very low traffic volumes people can move around the streets safely. Children can get from their residences or school to the playground or sportsground without crossing the highway.

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe Potential Funding (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 Sources or Long 10-20+)

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

VCG1

Refurbish amenities at Collingullie Oval

$196,690

Short

GPR, Clubs

Funded

VCG2

Develop a youth recreation facility such as a BMX pump track at Collingullie $53,000 Oval

Short

GPR, Grants, Users, S94A

Unfunded

VCG3

Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan in order of priority – Collingullie Oval

$294,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

VCG4

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Collingullie Park and Collingullie Oval

$40,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Tennis Strategy that will identify future plans for the tennis courts at Collingullie Sportsground.

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R RT

A KH

STU

RT H W

Park Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

142

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DY ST

VCG1 Refurbish amenities at Collingullie Oval Justification/Brief: Council has a rolling program to refurbish amenity blocks around the city. Prioritisation of works is based on useful life asset data held in Council’s asset register. The Collingullie Oval amenities (ID:431 Female 432 Male) were built in 1960. The Collingullie Glenfield Football and Netball Club is undertaking these works in partnership with Council. The amenities upgrade will coincide with and complement the club house improvements.

VCG2 Develop a youth recreation facility such as a BMX pump track at Collingullie Oval Justification/Brief: Recreation facilities such as skate parks, ball courts and BMX tracks have increased in demand over the last decade across the LGA. This demand has been met in some suburbs of Wagga Wagga as part of the rollout for youth recreation areas as recommended in the Recreation and Open Space Strategy 20052015. Most villages do not have any of these facilities. Therefore it is considered necessary to consider facilities for each village on a case by case basis. Collingullie has 46 children (2011 ABS), therefore a small facility such as a BMX pump track would be appropriate.

Location: Collingullie Oval is on the corner of Kennedy Street and MacDonnell Street.

Location: Collingullie Oval is adjacent to the Kennedy and MacDonnell Street intersection

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Upgrade the club house

• Construct small BMX pump track

• Demolish the existing male and female amenities.

• Install bench seats x two.

• Construct new male, female and disability accessible amenities • Lay concrete floor and construct metal clad external walls lined internally with an iron roof

Cost: $53,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Install ceiling throughout • Access through common wall between public amenities and change rooms to utilize solid core doors in metal jambs with deadlocks • Lay floor tiles throughout public amenities area • Install skirting tile throughout public amenities and tiles over hand basins on walls • Paint internally • Connect existing services • Install vandal-proof lighting • Install laminex or equivalent partition system. Cost: $196,690 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Image: Pump Track Emblen Park

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VCG3 Lighting systems – Replace as per the Recreation Asset Management Plan – Collingullie Oval Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting system in this village that is scheduled to be upgraded is Collingullie Oval.

Location: Collingullie Oval is adjacent to the Kennedy and MacDonnell Street intersection Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose • Upgrade or renew lighting system as required. Cost: $294,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

VCG4 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Collingullie Park and Collingullie Oval Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this village that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are Collingullie Park and Collingullie Oval. Location: Collingullie playgrounds located at Collingullie Park and Collingullie Oval Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground • Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate • Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: $40,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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4.16 - Galore Implementation Plan Introduction

Village Characteristics

Population 2016

Identified issues for Galore included:

1) Galore is 53 km west of Wagga Wagga city. 2) The village is located on an attractive and accessible stretch of river, which is used by locals and visitors to the area. 3) The community hall, Rural Fire Service building and church are prominent features in the village.

a) The lack of local facilities b) The challenge of maintaining social clubs c) Keeping businesses viable with a small population. Council’s mobile playgroup ‘Leaps and Bounds’ is well attended and appreciated by residents.

4) The village is not currently able to access the NBN network (www.nbnco.com.au March 8 2018).

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

Not available

4.00,ha

47.4,ha

225,ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

1,050

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools - Precinct

65%

71%

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Current Supply and Future Demand This precinct is expected to experience a static population over the next 20 years with no opportunity for growth. To service the community, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended that paths be constructed in Galore. With wide road reserves and very low traffic volumes people can move around the streets safely. Children can get from their residences to the recreation reserve without crossing the highway.

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

VG1

Construct a handball and basketball area at Galore Recreation Reserve

$18,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users, S94A

Unfunded

VG2

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Galore Recreation Reserve

$20,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Tennis Strategy that will identify future plans for the tennis courts at Galore Recreation Reserve.

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Galore Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path STURT

Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity

Park

Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

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NE ST

E ST

Future Open Space

OSBOR

GALOR

Sports

HALL R

Lineal

HWY

VG1 Construct a handball and basketball area at Galore Recreation Reserve Justification/Brief: During Council consultation with Galore the community requested more activities for children. There are a small number of children in the Galore area so a small concrete area is recommended. This could be used for handball, shooting hoops and riding scooters. The recreation reserve would be the appropriate location for such a facility. These improvements will provide further activities for families in the Galore area.

VG2 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Galore Recreation Reserve Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playground in this village that is scheduled to be refurbished is located at Galore Recreation Reserve.

Location: Galore Recreation Reserve is located at the end of Hall Road.

Location: Galore playground is at the recreation reserve adjacent to the hall.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Plant advanced trees

• Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Construct concrete handball court 12 x 6 m

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Install basketball/netball ring

• Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

• Install bench seats x 2. Cost: $18,000 Unfunded

Cost: $20,000 Funded

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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4.17 - Humula Implementation Plan Introduction

Village Characteristics

Population 2016

Identified issues for Humula included limited local events that can be accessed by the entire community.

1) Humula is 54 km south east of Wagga Wagga city. 2) The village is located in the hills, south east of Tarcutta. 3) Community spaces include a primary school, Citizens Sport Club, community hall and church halls. 4) The village is not currently able to access the NBN network (www.nbnco.com.au March 8 2018).

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

433.9 ha

2,690 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Precinct

998

1,000

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools - Precinct

65%

58.6%

124

150

- High 1,000

Current Supply and Future Demand This village is expected to experience some minor increases in population over the next 20 years with opportunities for a small amount of growth. To service the community, the table below lists the current supply of social infrastructure and the predicted requirement by 2040. In most cases the current supply will be sufficient for the predicted minor growth over the next 20 years. Subject

Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended that paths be constructed in Humula. With wide road reserves and very low traffic volumes people can move around the streets reasonably safely.

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded, or Unfunded)

VH1

Construct a handball and basketball area at Humula Park

$18,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users, S94A

Unfunded

VH2

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Humula Park

$60,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project action listed below that will affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities.

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Humula Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity

BOUND

ARY R

Lineal

Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space

CREEK

TARCUT TA ST

MATE S T

Park

Utilities and Services Playgrounds

High School - Public High School - Private

RUMBA

Primary School - Private

TUMBA

Primary School - Public

Preschool Childcare

All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

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VH1 Construct a handball and basketball area at Humula Park Justification/Brief: During Council consultation with Humula the community requested more activities for children. There are a small number of children in the Galore area so a small concrete area is recommended. This could be used for handball, shooting hoops and riding scooters. Humula Park would be the appropriate location for such a facility. These improvements will provide further activities for families in the Humula area.

VH2 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playground in this village that is scheduled to be renewed is located in Humula Park.

Location: Humula Park is in Mate Street.

Location: The playground is located in Humula Park, Mate Street.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Plant advanced trees

• Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Construct concrete handball court 12 x 6 m

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Install basketball/netball ring

• Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

• Install bench seats x two. Cost: $18,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Humula Park Source: City of Wagga Wagga 154

Cost: $60,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

4.18 - Ladysmith Implementation Plan Introduction This implementation plan is a summary of the predicted requirements of the village over the next 20 years. It is made up of four sections: 1) Village characteristics. 2) Current supply and future demand analysis.

3) Community activity in town centres on the general store, community hall, sportsground and primary school. 4) Currently, the area is mostly serviced by Fixed Wireless or Sky Muster connections (www. nbnco.com.au March 8 2018). Feedback from consultation carried out during the Community Strategic Plan show that many people living in these areas report that they experience difficulty accessing the internet.

3) Vision map of what the village could look like in 2040. 4) Project descriptions.

Village Characteristics 1) Ladysmith is 17 km east of Wagga Wagga city on the Tumbarumba Road. Population 2016

2) It is within close commuting distance of the city centre of Wagga Wagga. Residents report that Ladysmith offers the benefits of the city centre with a village lifestyle.

Community consultation for this area focused on the positives of village life, particularly within a close commuting distance to Wagga Wagga. Requests received during consultation included: a) Maintain village life. b) Upgrade the BMX track. c) Support the opening of tourism infrastructure to Ladysmith. d) Continue facilitated programs that Wagga Wagga City Council currently provides such as the Hall-aDay Adventures holiday program and the mobile playgroup.

5) Community spaces include the Ladysmith Hall.

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

10.3 ha

18.4 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - High

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Precinct

998

1,016

1,080

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools- Precinct

65%

61.3%

352

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Benchmark

2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended to construct paths in Ladysmith. With wide road reserves and low traffic volumes people can move around the streets reasonably safely.

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

VL1

Upgrade facilities at Ladysmith Recreation Reserve including a sealed path to the shop and railway precinct

$206,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users Unfunded

VL2

Upgrade Ladysmith Oval to cater for junior cricket

$74,000

Long

GPR, Grants, Clubs Unfunded

VL3

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Ladysmith Recreation Reserve

$60,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Tennis Strategy that will note the proposals identified in this strategy for Ladysmith Recreation Reserve tennis courts.

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Ladysmith Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity

BOUND

ARY R

Lineal

Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space Utilities and Services

CREEK

TARCUT TA ST

MATE S T

Park

Playgrounds

High School - Public High School - Private All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

158

RUMBA

Primary School - Private

TUMBA

Primary School - Public

Preschool Childcare

VL1 Upgrade facilities at Ladysmith Recreation Reserve including a sealed path to the shop and railway precinct Justification/Brief: During Council consultation with Ladysmith in early 2017 the community requested improvements to the recreation reserve. The Ladysmith Recreation Reserve is the only public open space in the village. It is well located adjacent to the school and around the corner from the shop. It is a central outdoor social hub for the community. It has a playground, amenities, BBQ, BMX track, tennis courts and partly developed sports field. The recommended upgrade will provide further activities for families in Ladysmith and provide facilities for travelling cyclists. Location: Ladysmith Recreation Reserve is adjacent to the school in Humula Street. Scope: The items that may be included in scope: • Consult with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases

VL2 Upgrade Ladysmith Oval to cater for junior cricket Justification/Brief: Junior cricket is a growing sport across the LGA. Extra fields are required to fill this demand. In the short term Council is developing Bedervale Oval in Bourkelands and proposing to repair the fields at Wiradjuri Oval. In the longer term it is recommended that Ladysmith Oval be developed to make it playable for junior cricket in the future.

Location: The informal cricket ground is at Ladysmith recreation reserve which is adjacent to the school in Humula Street. Scope: The items in scope are: • Aerate and top dress the oval

• Upgrade amenities block including disabled facilities

• Line sprig oval with Legend couch grass

• Construct skating concrete pad on disused tennis court

• Install automatic irrigation system (50 mm water meter is already installed)

• Install flying fox to complement existing playground

• Install synthetic cover on existing concrete pitch.

• Remove old tennis lights and refurbish tennis fence • Install fitness equipment

Cost: $74,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

• Develop multi-use half court • Construct basketball court • Upgrade BMX track • Construct sealed path from the railway station to the recreation reserve • Add compacted road base gravel to access road and car park. Cost: $206,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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VL3 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Ladysmith Recreation Reserve Justification/Brief: In 2016 Council adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playground in this village that is scheduled to be renewed is located at the Ladysmith Recreation Reserve. Location: Ladysmith Recreation Reserve playground. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground • Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate • Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: $60,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Image: Ladysmith Playground 160

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4.19 - Mangoplah Implementation Plan Introduction

Village Characteristics

Population 2016

1) Mangoplah is 31 km south of Wagga Wagga city. 2) The village is located on a bend on Holbrook Road. 3) Community spaces in the town include the Mangoplah Hall and a club house at the sportsground. 4) The local school closed in 2013. 5) Currently, the area is mostly serviced by Fixed Wireless or Sky Muster connections (www.nbnco.com.au March 8 2018).

6) Feedback from consultation carried out during the Community Social Plan shows that many people living in this area report that they experience difficulty accessing the internet. Community consultation reported: a) The need for a local progress association b) The need for street beautification through tree planting and place-making. Locals also reported that they were happy with their playground.

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

22.3 ha

52.3 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Precinct

998

1,070

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools - Precinct

65%

71.3%

309

- High 1,070

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2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended that paths be constructed in Mangoplah. With wide road reserves and low traffic volumes people can move around the streets reasonably safely.

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe Project Status Potential Funding (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 (Funded or Sources or Long 10-20+) Unfunded)

VM1

Develop a second AFL field at Mangoplah Sportsground

$65,000

Short

User Groups

Unfunded

VM2

Improvements at Mangoplah Sportsground including BMX Pump track

$60,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users, S94A

Unfunded

VM3

Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan in order of priority – Mangoplah tennis courts and Mangoplah AFL ground

$419,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, User Groups

Unfunded

VM4

Mangoplah community tree planting to improve the town shade canopy

$10,000

Long

GPR, Residents

Unfunded

VM5

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Mangoplah sportsground and Mangoplah Park

$45,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Tennis Strategy that will identify long term future plans for the tennis courts at Mangoplah Sportsground.

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Mangoplah Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path

RO O K

Proposed Shared Path

HO LB

Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity Lineal Park Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public KYEAM

Primary School - Private

BA ST

High School - Private All Ages School - Private Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

164

COX ST

High School - Public

VM1 Develop second AFL field at Mangoplah Sportsground

VM2 Improvements at Mangoplah Sportsground including BMX pump track

Justification/Brief: The Mangoplah Cookardinia United Eastlakes Football and Netball Club are proposing to develop a second field at the Mangoplah Sportsground. There is space for this to the west of the existing ground. The second field could be used for training and junior games. This would rest the main ground for weekend games and would be particularly useful during wet winters.

Justification/Brief: During Council consultation with Mangoplah in early 2017 the community requested more activities for children such as a BMX track or skate park. Given there are approximately 30 children in Mangoplah, a small BMX pump track is recommended rather than a skate park. Tree planting, a handball court, basketball ring and bench seats are also recommended to complement the pump track. The sportsground would be the appropriate location for such facilities. These improvements will provide further activities for families in the Mangoplah area.

Location: Mangoplah sportsground is off Holbrook Road just north of the village.

Location: Mangoplah Sportsground is just north of the village on Holbrook Road.

Scope: The item in scope is:

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Develop a second AFL field.

• Plant advanced trees • Construct a small BMX pump track

Cost: $65,000 Funded

• Construct basketball concrete shooting area 12 x 6 m

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Install bench seats x 2. Cost: $60,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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VM3 Lighting Systems – Upgrade as per the VM4 Mangoplah community tree planting to Recreation Asset Management Plan improve the village shade canopy Justification/Brief: During Council’s village consultations (early 2017) Mangoplah – Mangoplah tennis courts and Mangoplah residents requested tree planting to increase shade and to beautify the streets. AFL ground Therefore it is recommended that Council offer to donate 50 advanced trees to the Justification/Brief: Council in June 2012 adopted the Recreational Assets section of the Asset Management Plan. The review of this plan is currently being conducted and is scheduled to be presented in June 2018. The plan aims to provide a comprehensive process to ensure delivery of services from recreational infrastructure is provided in a financially sustainable manner. The lighting system in this precinct that is scheduled to be upgraded is the Mangoplah tennis courts and sports ground.

village. Residents will be invited to plant and look after the trees ensuring they get established. Trees need to be planted on public land with the goal is to improve the village’s general shade canopy.

Location: Mangoplah Sports ground is just north of the village on Holbrook Road

Location: Cox and Kyeamba Streets – possible locations for tree planting

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with ground users to check latest light level standards required for their purpose

• Invite residents to participate in tree planting

• Upgrade or renew lighting system as required.

• Residents plant and look after trees.

Cost: $419,000 Unfunded

Cost: $10,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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• Order and supply advanced trees up to a total of 50 at $200 each

VM5 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Mangoplah sportsground and Mangoplah Park Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this village that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are: Mangoplah sportsground and Mangoplah Park. Location: Mangoplah playground adjacent to the Mangoplah Hall. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground • Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate • Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: $45,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Image: Mangoplah Playground

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4.20 - Oura Implementation Plan Introduction

Village Characteristics

Population 2016

1) Oura is 15 km east of Wagga Wagga city. 2) The village is located on the eastern side of Oura road, on the northern bank of the Murrumbidgee River. 3) Oura offers the benefits of village life within an easily commutable distance from Wagga Wagga.

5) Currently, the area is mostly serviced by Fixed Wireless or Sky Muster connections (www.nbnco. com.au March 8 2018). 6) Oura Reserve is used for public swimming and recreation. Consultation showed that programmed events such as Hall-a-Day adventures are appreciated and enjoyed by the community.

4) Community consultation expressed a wish that the village character of the town remain.

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

9.59 ha

6.6 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - High

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Precinct

998

1,086

3.7%

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools - Precinct

76.3%

84%

219

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2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 Years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended that paths be constructed in Oura. With wide road reserves and very low traffic volumes people can move around the streets reasonably safely.

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or program)

Recommended Timeframe Total Cost Potential Funding (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 Rounded Sources or Long 10-20+)

VO1

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Oura Recreation Ground

$20,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

VO2

Improvements at Oura Recreation Ground including BMX pump track, subject to flood plain risk mitigation.

$60,000

Long

GPR, Grants, Users, Unfunded S94A

VO3

Construct a boat ramp at Oura Beach

$193,000

Long

GPR, Grants, User Groups

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Tennis Strategy that will identify future plans for the tennis courts at Oura Recreation Ground.

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Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

Funded

Unfunded

Oura Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath

Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Proposed Footpath ED

AG W ST

Park

Lineal

Landscape and Amenity

AG W

Conservation and Heritage

Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare Primary School - Public Primary School - Private High School - Public High School - Private

Community Centre

H AC BE

Shopping Centre

Medical Service

All Ages School - Private

Public Toilet

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VO1 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Oura Recreation Ground Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playground in this village that is scheduled to be refurbished is located at Oura Recreation Ground.

VO2 Improvements at Oura Recreation Ground including BMX pump track, subject to flood plain risk mitigation Justification/Brief: During Council consultation with Oura in early 2017 the community requested more activities for children such as a BMX track or skate park. Given there are approximately 50 children in Oura, a small BMX pump track is recommended over a skate park. Tree planting, a handball court, basketball ring and bench seats are also recommended to complement the pump track. The recreation ground would be the appropriate location for such facilities. These improvements will provide further activities for families in Oura and for visitors staying at Oura Beach.

Location: Oura playground at the recreation ground.

Location: Oura Recreation Ground is between Oura Road and Davidson Street

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Plant advanced trees

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Construct a small BMX pump track

• Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

• Construct a concrete handball court 12 x 6 m

Cost: $20,000 Funded

• Install bench seats x 2.

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Install a basketball/netball ring

Cost: $60,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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VO3 Construct a boat ramp at Oura Beach Justification/Brief: During Council consultation with Oura in early 2017 the community requested a boat ramp at Oura Beach. Oura Beach is already a popular destination for campers. The site has a toilet, fencing, shelters and a good access road. The boat ramp would complement the existing facilities. Given the popularity of fishing it is expected the boat ramp would further encourage visitors to the LGA.

Location: Oura Beach is located south east of the village. Scope: The item in scope is: â&#x20AC;˘ Construct a concrete boat ramp at Oura Beach similar to the facility at Wiradjuri Reserve Wagga Wagga. Cost: $193,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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4.21 - Tarcutta Implementation Plan Introduction

Village Characteristics

1) Tarcutta is 38 km east of Wagga Wagga city. 2) The village is located on the Hume Highway. The highway contributes to the village’s character as a transport hub and the location of the National Australian Truck Drivers’ Memorial. 3) Currently, the area is mostly serviced by Fixed Wireless or Sky Muster connections (www.nbnco. com.au March 8 2018).

4) The local Country Women’s Association and the Returned and Services League were identified as important community spaces. 5) Community consultation expressed a wish that the village character of the town remain. Consultation discussed the loss of community spirit and identity. Requests included: a) Increased activities and spaces for youth b) More events to encourage engagement in the community.

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

4.00 ha

9.2 ha

18.39 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

2011 Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

875

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools- Precinct

65%

58.6%

446

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2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be built over 20 years to meet demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2 km

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

1.4

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended that extra paths be constructed in Tarcutta. With wide road reserves (e.g. Centenary Avenue adjacent to the school is 19 m wide) and very low traffic volumes people can move around the streets reasonably safely. Children can get from their residences or school to the sportsground using the crossing adjacent to the post office to get across Sydney Street (old highway).

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Actions for the Next 20 Years Based on the above village profile, community consultation and assessed needs of the village from a recreation, open spaces and community spaces perspective, the following actions are recommended:

Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe Potential Funding (Short 1-5yrs, Medium Sources 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

VT1

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Paddy Osborne Park

$60,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VT2

Improvements to Tarcutta Recreation Reserve including activities for youth and space for free camping

$83,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, User Groups, S94A

Unfunded

VT3

Improvements to Paddy Osborne Park including solar powered security lighting

$39,000

Long

GPR, Grants, User Groups, S94A

Unfunded

VT4

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Tarcutta Sportsground swing.

$2,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Tennis Strategy that will identify future plans for the tennis courts at Tarcutta Sportsground.

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Tarcutta Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path Y

M HU

Proposed Footpath Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity Lineal Park Sports Future Open Space Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds

COLLE

GE ST

Preschool Childcare

Primary School - Public

NG RI

Primary School - Private High School - Public

High School - Private All Ages School - Private

CENT

ENAR Y AVE

Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

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VT1 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Paddy Osborne Park

VT2 Improvements to Tarcutta Recreation Reserve including activities for youth and space for free camping

Justification/Brief: During community consultation Council received requests for youth facilities in Tarcutta. Tarcutta has 52 people aged between 5 and 19 (ABS 2011). Therefore it is recommended that a handball court, small concrete area for basketball/ netball shooting and football goal posts be constructed. It is not recommended that a full size basketball court be built as there is a covered one at the primary school which is used by locals outside of school hours. The best location for these facilities is the Tarcutta Recreation Reserve. The area currently used for free camping is also to be improved. Signage on site and off Sydney Street will be installed.

Location: Paddy Osborne Park is located in Sydney Street Tarcutta.

Location: Tarcutta Recreation Reserve is located in Sydney Street Tarcutta

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consultation with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• 5x5 m StraBe shelter

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Install 100 m of cable fencing to formalise free camping area

• Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

• Construct 12 x 6 m concrete area for handball and basketball/netball shooting

Cost: $60,000 Funded

• Install picnic setting and seats

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Install AFL, soccer and rugby goal posts • Plant advanced trees. Cost: $83,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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VT3 Improvements to Paddy Osborne Park including solar powered security lighting Justification/Brief: During community consultation Council received requests for improvements to be made to Tarcutta (Paddy Osborne) Park. The Australian Truck Drivers’ Memorial is located in the front corner of this park. The main improvement is solar powered security lights to be installed in the front part of the park where the playground and picnic shelters are located. It is heavily shaded and gets dark quickly in the evenings. The boundary is copper logs that will need to be replaced in the medium term.

VT4 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Tarcutta Sportsground Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playground in this village that is scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority is Tarcutta Sportsground.

Location: Paddy Osborne Park is located in Sydney Street Tarcutta.

Location: Tarcutta Sportsground is located in Sydney Street Tarcutta

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Install 6 solar powered security lights similar to those at Lake Albert

• Consultation with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Replace boundary fence

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Install power outlet at BBQ shelter.

• Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

Cost: $39,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Cost: $2,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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4.22 - Uranquinty Implementation Plan Introduction

Village Characteristics

Population 2016

1) Uranquinty is 15 km south of Wagga Wagga city. 2) The village is located on the Olympic Highway. The population grew from 715 in 2006 to 930 in 2011. 3) The village is well serviced with community spaces, including a neighbourhood centre and a recently opened multipurpose community centre. 4) In the village of Uranquinty, households are more likely to have access to two or more cars (62%73.8%).

5) In 2011, between 67.8% and 71.4% of homes were connected to broadband internet (Source: ABS 2011), which is slightly higher than the average for Wagga Wagga (65%). Currently, the area is mostly serviced by Fixed Wireless or Sky Muster connections (www.nbnco.com.au March 8 2018). 6) Community spaces includes are the sportsground which community centre, men’s shed, highway rest stop with playground and the neighbourhood centre. Community consultation expressed a wish that the village character of the town remain.

Population 2016 Children under 14

Recommended Open Space per Precinct Open Space per 1,000 1,000 people people 2016

Est. Precinct Open Space per 1,000 people 2040

212

4.00 ha

3.2 ha

3.99 ha

Socio-Economic Index Average for Wagga Wagga

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - Low

Socio-Economic Index Precinct - High

Percentage without access to a car – Wagga Wagga

Percentage without access to a car – Precinct

998

1,089

Households with broadband Wagga Wagga

Households with broadband Precinct

Medical Centres - Precinct

Childcare Facilities - Precinct

Schools - Precinct

65%

71.4%

909

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2016 Amount

2040 Predicted Total Amount Required

Amount to be Built Over 20 years to Meet Demand

Number of Local Parks

Residents are within 500 m

Number of District/Regional Parks

Residents are within 2k m

Number of sports precincts

Residents are within 2-10 km

Residents are within 500 m

Length of shared paths (km)

Suburbs connected

0.49

Length of footpaths (km)

Community facilities connected

0.44

Community meeting place

Community meeting place available

Playgrounds (As per 2016 Playground Strategy)

It is not recommended that paths be constructed in Uranquinty. With wide road reserves and low traffic volumes people can move around the streets reasonably safely. There is an existing refuge crossing over the highway and associated concrete paths near the Yarragundry Road intersection.

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Recommended Timeframe Project Status Total Cost Potential Funding (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 (Funded or Rounded Sources or Long 10-20+) Unfunded)

VU1

Construct Uranquinty skate park

$150,000

Short

GPR, Users

Funded

VU2

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Neighbourhood Centre and Rest Area

$100,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VU3

Refurbish amenities at Uranquinty Oval as per Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

$234,860

Medium

GPR

Funded

VU4

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Uranquinty Oval

$20,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

The project actions listed below that affect or occur within this village are expanded upon in Section 5 Major Projects of this Strategy: 1) Grants Program for Suburban Activities. 2) Tennis Strategy that will identify future plans for the tennis courts at Uranquinty Sportsground.

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Uranquinty Precinct 2040 LEGEND Existing Footpath Existing Shared Path Proposed Shared Path YS AD GR

Proposed Footpath

Conservation and Heritage Landscape and Amenity Lineal

U AG

RR YA

Park Sports

ND RY

Future Open Space

Urban Public Space Utilities and Services Playgrounds Preschool Childcare R

YM OL

Primary School - Public

N CO

Primary School - Private

High School - Public High School - Private All Ages School - Private KEY ST

Medical Service Shopping Centre Community Centre Public Toilet

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VU1 Construct Uranquinty skate park Justification/Brief: On 31 October 2016 Council resolved to build a skate park at Uranquinty. This was a result of the Uranquinty community presenting a petition. Research has been completed and it is recommended a Rhino modular skate park be installed.

VU2 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Neighbourhood Centre and Rest Area Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016-2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playgrounds in this precinct that are scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority are the Neighbourhood Centre and Rest Area.

Location: The possible location of the skate park will be Uranquinty Oval precinct, King Street.

Location: Uranquinty Precinct Playgrounds at the Neighbourhood Centre and Rest Area.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Rhino modular skate park

• Consultation with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Extra seating

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate

• Shelter.

• Renew playground including play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required.

Cost: $150,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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Cost: $100,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

VU3 Refurbish amenities at Uranquinty Oval Justification/Brief: Council has a rolling program to refurbish amenity blocks around the city. Prioritisation of works is based on useful life asset data held in Council’s asset register. Uranquinty Oval amenities (ID: 10) is near the playground and was built in 1965.

VU4 Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Uranquinty Oval Justification/Brief: Council in 2016 adopted a Playground Strategy 2016 - 2040. Its aim over the next 20 years is to provide a balance between quality play spaces that provide adequate stimulation for children and services for carers, and the number of spaces that can be financially supported by Council. The playground in this precinct that is scheduled to be refurbished or renewed in order of priority is the Uranquinty Oval.

Location: Uranquinty Oval is on the north western side of the village.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with users groups on any design and expansion requirements based on changes in type of use and demand increases

• Consult with residents regarding preferred design of new playground

• Consider designing the new fit out to allow public access to the amenities during the day • Consider designs to minimise vandalism damage and enable efficiency gains for maintenance • Consider need for awnings to increase shade for users • Gut the building including removal of any asbestos containing materials

• Refurbish local minor playground if appropriate • Renew local major, suburban and regional playground. This includes play equipment, softfall and associated furniture as required. Cost: $20,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

• Construct building shell expansion and internal reconfigurations • Replace electrical systems and plumbing components where required • Renew tiling • Replace roof if required • Renew plastering or other appropriate lining and paint inside and out • Reinstate landscaping. Cost: $234,856 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Uranquinty Oval playground

Source: City of Wagga Wagga

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5 â&#x20AC;&#x201C; implementation plans for major projects

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5 – major projects implementation plans 5.1 What is the Aim of a Major Project Implementation Plan?

5.2 What Does the Major Project Implementation Plan Include?

Major projects, for the purposes of this Strategy, are defined as projects or actions that impacts on two or more of the identified urban and village precincts.

The Major Project Implementation Plan includes, for each project and action:

The Major Project Implementation Plan identifies the specific projects recommended in consideration of:

• Project location

• A justification or summary • Project scope

• Identified community priorities and needs

• Cost and estimated timeframe.

• Population growth • Best practice provision and asset management • Alignment with guiding principles • Existing strategic documents. The Major Project Implementation Plan is NOT intended to be considered as a replacement for carrying out detailed project planning. All identified projects and actions will require a detailed business case to confirm project feasibility, project cost estimates, whole of life costings and allow for their consideration against all other Council priorities.

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5.3 - Major Project Implementation Plans Actions for the Next 20 Years Based on the precinct characteristics, community consultation and assessed needs of the precinct from a recreation, open spaces and community spaces perspective, the following actions are recommended

Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20)

Project Status Potential (Funded or Funding Sources Unfunded)

MP1

Conduct accessibility audit on recreation and community facilities

$44,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP2

Conduct Botanic Gardens precinct movement study and improvement to pathway connections

$111,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP3

Develop Business Case for the proposed Wagga Exhibition Centre improvements

$20,00

Short

GPR

Unfunded

MP4

Develop Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre Master Plan

$50,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP5

Create a reserve for refurbishment of premier ground surfaces – McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval

$250,000

Short

GPR, User Groups Unfunded

MP6

Produce detailed designs for the Active Travel Plan – Cycling

$785,000

Short

Grants, GPR, S94

Funded

MP7

Develop a Tennis Strategy

$5,000

Short

Grants, GPR, Users

Unfunded

MP8

Develop the Bolton Park Master Plan inclusive of the Oasis Aquatic Centre and communal meeting place.

$150,000

Short

GPR

Funded

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20)

Project Status Potential (Funded or Funding Sources Unfunded)

MP9

Dog Parks – review current facilities and services and plan for the future

Short

Internal Staff

MP10

Expand and activate the multicultural services at Wagga Wagga City Library

$50,000

Short

Internal Staff, Partner Grant

Unfunded

MP11

Implement the Harris Park Master Plan

$1,147,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MP12

Increase and activate ongoing coordination, program and service delivery for youth in areas of high need

$3,000

Short

Internal Staff

Unfunded

MP13

Investigate options for an alternative site for a Wagga Wagga Caravan Park

$100,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MP14

Investigate providing free public Wi-Fi in community spaces

Short

Internal Staff

MP15

Implement the Tatton drain diversion and shutter works in connection with water harvesting options for Lake Albert

$750,000

Short

Grants

Unfunded

MP16

Museum of the Riverina – develop a Master Plan for the Willans Hill and Historic Council Chambers sites

$50,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Funded

MP17

Plan to increase neighbourhood cohesion through localised events

Short

Internal Staff

Unfunded

MP18

Riverside Wagga – Wagga Wagga Beach Landscape Upgrade Stage 2

$6,765,000

Short

Grants, S94 and S94A, GPR

Unfunded

MP19

Stormwater action plan for Jubilee Park

$50,000

Short

Internal Staff

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20)

Project Status Potential (Funded or Funding Sources Unfunded)

MP20

Support the development of Stage 2 Equestrian Facilities at Charles Sturt University

Short

Internal Staff

MP21

Develop a Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Master Plan

$50,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP22

Develop a Social and Cultural Plan for Wagga Wagga LGA

$150,000

Short

Internal Staff

Unfunded

MP23

Construct Multisport Cycling Complex at Pomingalarna Reserve

$8,200,000

Short

S94 and S94A, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

MP24

Implementation (construction) of the Active Travel Plan â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Cycling

$10,460,000

Short

Grants, GPR, S94

Funded

MP25

Develop a Master Plan for the Botanic Gardens Zoo

$50,000

Short

Grants, GPR, S94

Unfunded

MP26

In partnership with Charles Sturt University construct a district recreation facility at the Peter Hastie Oval precinct

$5,079,000

Short

S94, CSU, GPR, Grants

Funded

MP27

Redevelop the Jubilee Park Athletics Complex

$5,483,000

Short

Grants, Clubs, GPR

Unfunded

MP28

Develop a Master Plan for future improvements to Marrumbidya Wetlands

$40,000

Short

GPR, Club

Unfunded

MP29

Provide female change rooms at football facilities

$1,920,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

MP30

Construct a synthetic soccer facility at Rawlings Park North

$2,304,000

Short

Club, GPR, Grants, S94 and S94A

Unfunded

MP31

Review unused or underutilised built and land assets to determine best future use.

$50,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

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Ref. Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20)

Project Status Potential (Funded or Funding Sources Unfunded)

MP32

Develop a Lake Albert Management Plan inclusive of Apex Park and improved disabled access

$50,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

MP33

Improve the urban canopy with open space tree establishment

$250,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

MP34

Create a reserve for refurbishment of premier ground surfaces – McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval

$250,000

Medium

GPR, User Groups Unfunded

MP35

Complete drainage improvements for high use sports fields – Jubilee Fields 1 to 4, Parramore Park and Bolton Park

$707,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, User Unfunded Groups

MP36

Establish a second rugby league field at McDonald’s Park

$874,000

Medium

Club, GPR, Grants Unfunded

MP37

Implement the Harris Park Master Plan

$63,000

Medium

GPR

Funded

MP38

Improve the urban canopy with open space and urban corridor tree establishment

$250,000

Medium

GPR

Unfunded

MP39

Plan for the future - personal training in community open spaces

Medium

Internal Staff

MP40

Remediate the foreshores of Lake Albert

$4,700,000

Medium

GPR, Grant, S94

Unfunded

MP41

Renew horticultural assets in the main street

$1,032,000

Medium

GPR

Unfunded

MP42

Setup online interactive community mapping

Medium

Internal Staff

MP43

Complete Wiradjuri Walking Track improvements

$385,000

Medium

Grants, GPR, S94

Unfunded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20)

Project Status Potential (Funded or Funding Sources Unfunded)

MP44

Create a reserve for refurbishment of premier ground surfaces – McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval

$500,000

Long

GPR, User Groups Unfunded

MP45

Complete drainage improvements for high use sports fields - Anderson Oval and McPherson Oval

$242,000

Long

GPR, Grants, User Unfunded Groups

MP46

Implement the Harris Park Master Plan

$806,000

Long

GPR

Funded

MP47

Improve the urban canopy with open space tree establishment

$500,000

Long

GPR

Unfunded

MP48

Improvements to Botanic Gardens Music Bowl to increase usage

$750,000

Long

GPR, Grants, User Unfunded Groups

MP49

River Reserves - improvements to the available facilities

$330,000

Long

Grants, GPR, S94

MP50

Upgrade lights at McDonald’s Park Field 1 to enable night-time televised broadcasting

$1,054,000

Long

Club, GPR, Grants Unfunded

MP51

Upgrade lights at Robertson Oval to enable night-time televised broadcasting

$1,321,000

Long

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Total Value of Major Projects

192

$58,178,000

Unfunded

MP1 Conduct accessibility audit on recreation and community facilities Justification/Brief: The Disability Inclusion Action Plan is a legislative requirement and has been developed to increase liveability for people with a disability living or working in the LGA. Training is essential to ensure Council staff have the in house knowledge and skills to apply a lens of inclusion in the design, approval, development and construction of places and spaces utilised by the community. This will increase the future accessibility and inclusion of all people in Wagga Wagga.

Location: Buildings, outdoor spaces and footpaths located in the Wagga Wagga LGA need to be audited for accessibility. Scope: The items in scope are: • Conduct accessibility training for managers, engineers, designers of outdoor space including parks, infrastructure and environment to understand how to increase accessibility in their planning, design and management of outdoor spaces

MP2 Conduct Botanic Gardens precinct movement study and improvement to pathway connections Justification/Brief: With an estimated 50,000 visitors per month, the Botanic Gardens precinct is a highly valued attraction within the region. The precinct includes gardens, Willans Hill lookout, restaurant/kiosk, model railway, zoo, adventure playground, music bowl and the Museum of the Riverina (on northern side of Baden Powell Drive). A movement study (including designs and costings) is needed to better connect these facilities. This includes consideration of all modes of transport. Location: Botanic Gardens precinct. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult stakeholders representing interests from the museum, music bowl, lookout and gardens • Consider disability access • Consider 2013 Botanic Gardens Master Plan and “Entwined” project

• Conduct accessibility training for facility and property managers to understand legislative requirements and universal design principles

• Develop a movement study that includes design and costings for proposed actions

• Carry out accessibility audits of all Council owned facilities

• Complete Stage 1 path construction – concrete 1.8 m wide between museum and model train car park.

• Ensure universal design principles are embedded in all systems and processes for design development and construction of all community assets. Cost: $44,000 Unfunded

Cost: $111,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Wagga Wagga Botanic Gardens

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MP3 Develop a Business Case for the proposed Wagga Exhibition Centre improvements Justification/Brief: The Master Plan for the Wagga Exhibition Centre was adopted by Council on 26 October 2015. The elements of the Master Plan that are outstanding include equestrian facilities, vehicle access off Kooringal Road, car parking on the eastern side, lighting at Parramore Park, and amenities expansion at Parramore Park.

MP4 Develop a Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre Master Plan Justification/Brief: The Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre was built in 1963, is owned by Council and seats 488 people. This Master Plan project for the Civic Theatre arose from an identified need to plan future improvements that will allow the theatre to continue to meet the city’s needs over the next 20 years.

Location: Wagga Exhibition Centre location is on Kooringal Road.

Location: The Civic Theatre is in the civic precinct, Tarcutta Street, Central Wagga Wagga.

Scope: The items to be considered in a business case study are:

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Vehicle access off Kooringal Road

• Consult with stakeholders

• Expand car parking • Improve lighting at Parramore Park

• Review layout and recommend improvements to allow a variety of entertainment options to be provided

• Expand Parramore Park amenities building

• Consider physical layout to improve visitor experience.

• More netball courts.

Cost: $50,000 Unfunded

Cost: $20,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP5, MP34 and MP44 Create a reserve for refurbishment of premier ground surfaces – McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval

MP6 and MP24 Produce detailed designs for implementation (construction) of the Active Travel Plan – Cycling

Justification/Brief: McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval are Wagga Wagga’s premier sportsground playing surfaces. The grounds are well used by traditional sports and special events such as rodeos, motorbike shows and concerts. Given the premier nature of the events being held at these locations a high quality surface maintenance program is required to ensure the surfaces continue to meet elite competition standards. It is recommended that a reserve be created of $50,000 per year that will allow for surface improvement works to take place as required.

Justification/Brief: In October 2016 Council adopted an Active Travel Plan for cycling. This plan identified the principal bike network (45 km) throughout the city and recommended suitable locations for end-of-trip facilities in the CBD. The network will be mostly off road (82%) and feature a high quality surface of concrete or hotmix (asphalt). The remainder on road component will be separated from travelling vehicles using traffic control barriers. Council has received State Government funding of $400,00 for project development and $11M for implementation subject to project assessment.

Location: McDonald’s Park is located at the Wagga Exhibition Centre and Robertson Oval is located at Bolton Park. Scope: The item in scope is: • Carry out cyclic surface maintenance of McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval.

Location: Active Travel Plan – Cycling principle corridors as adopted by Council. Scope: The items in scope are: • Produce detailed design for 45 km of high quality shared paths and 26 key road crossings

Cost: MP5 cost $250,000 Unfunded MP34 cost $250,000 Unfunded MP44 cost $500,000 Unfunded Total $1,000,000 over 20 years

• Construct cycleway network

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Medium term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

Cost: MP6 cost (Design) $785,000 Funded MP24 cost (Construction) $10,458,000 Funded Total cost $11,243,000

• Construct cycling/pedestrian bridge across the Murrumbidgee River.

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Robertson Oval

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MP7 Develop a Tennis Strategy Justification/Brief: Wagga Wagga City Council has responsibility for 49 tennis courts across the LGA. It has been identified that many of these courts are underutilised, with some in poor condition. The purpose of the Tennis Strategy is to review the current provision of tennis courts in conjunction with stakeholders and make recommendations regarding the future use, management and maintenance required for all sites. Consideration will be given to alternative recreational uses where it is identified there is no existing tennis use. Tennis NSW have agreed to partner with Council to complete this strategy.

Location: The Jim Elphick Tennis Centre is the largest complex in the LGA. It has 21 synthetic grass courts. It is located in the centre of the Bolton Park precinct however the strategy will consider all community accessible tennis courts within the LGA. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with stakeholders • Consult with broader community • Develop a tennis strategy and implementation plan for the future use of tennis courts across the LGA.

MP8 Develop the Bolton Park Master Plan inclusive of the Oasis Aquatic Centre and communal meeting place Justification/Brief: In 2010 Master Plans were completed for Bolton Park/Robertson Oval and the Wagga Wagga Exhibition Centre. Since this time major works have been completed at Robertson Oval and Bolton Park. It has also been identified that the Bolton Park Stadium requires refurbishment due to its age and poor condition. The Oasis Aquatic Centre is a core component of this precinct, thus there is a need for the completion of a new Master Plan for Bolton Park inclusive of the Oasis Aquatic Centre and communal meeting place. Location Bolton Park is Wagga Wagga’s key mixed sporting precinct located on Morgan Street in Central Wagga Wagga. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consider future use of Bolton Park Stadium • Consider existing stormwater infrastructure • Consider upgrading Robertson Oval lighting • Consider Lighting and change rooms at the Robertson Oval netball courts • Upgrade tennis amenities to allow use for events at Robertson Oval

Cost: $5,000 Funded

• Consider future improvements to Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Consider future tennis needs • Consider future skate park needs • Consider impact of PCYC development • Review croquet needs • Consider shade, drainage and amenities improvements at the cricket fields • Consider upgrading Robertson Oval lighting to enable night-time televised broadcasting • Upgrade the Robertson Oval scoreboard. Cost: $150,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP9 Dog Parks – review current facilities and services and plan for the future

MP10 Expand and activate the multicultural services at Wagga Wagga City Library

Justification/Brief: The RSPCA have estimated there are 19 dogs for every 100 people in Australia. Using this ratio it is estimated that there are approximately 11,400 dogs in Wagga. Council has six off leash areas in the greater urban area. The off leash area located at O’Halloran Park (northern end of Lake Albert) is a dog park with dog exercise equipment, a fence and water. A new leash free area is being built at Explorer Park in Boorooma. In order to meet community expectations a plan for the future provision of dog parks is required to be developed.

Justification/Brief: The local multicultural community play an important role within the Wagga Wagga community. By expanding the services offered within the library there is an opportunity to offer a better quality service to the multicultural community while encouraging a sharing of culture and language.

Location: Off-Leash areas in Wagga Wagga.

Location: The Wagga Wagga Library is located in the Civic Centre, Baylis Street Central.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Review current dog facilities • Assess future needs for dog facilities • Plan for and cost the provision of new facilities and services and potential upgrades of current assets. Cost: $0 NA

• Increase the volume of physical resources for English as a Second Language (ESL) and the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) available for loan to the community • Provide access to online ESL resources for learning English and other online government services that focus on the needs and interests of both refugee and new migrant populations • Provide a dedicated space within the library for multicultural resources and a pop up version to take to community events and shopping centres to promote the multicultural resources available

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Increase the scope of multicultural community languages resources based on community need from the NSW State Library • Train volunteer literacy tutors to provide a language café model for learning English. Cost: $50,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP11, MP37 and MP46 Implement the Harris Park Master Plan Justification/Brief: Wagga Wagga Rugby League and South City Bulls have requested that Council consider installing training fields on the vacant land north of Harris Oval as part of an upgrade to the area. This will provide an area for juniors to train and play plus improve the area’s safety and appeal.

MP12 Increase and activate ongoing coordination, program and service delivery for youth in areas of high need Justification/Brief: In Wagga Wagga 89% of all programs delivered to youth are based in and conducted from the CBD. However the need for these services in our social housing estates is high and lack of transport is a significant barrier to participation. Currently none of the groups operating in the community centres in Wagga Wagga have recurrent funding with some having no funding at all. To increase community cohesion and reduce high incidents of crime in these areas, programs that engage people should be accessible and delivered locally.

Location: Harris Park is located behind the Turvey Tops Shopping Centre on the corner of Bolger Avenue and Monash Crescent.

Location: Crime heat map for incidents in Wagga Wagga between October 2015 and September 2016.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Replace the perimeter fence which includes removing the hedge

• Lobby the State and Federal Government to ensure recurrent consistent funding for centre coordination and consistent program delivery by relevant service providers at identified sites

• Construct junior fields on the land north of the adjacent fields (opposite Turvey Tops Shopping Centre) • Complete internal civil works • Replace cricket nets • Install shelters, BBQ, seating and picnic tables • Construct basketball half court

• Promote increased activity in community centres in social housing estates • Seek opportunities for funding for improvements to relevant sites • Increased regular program delivery by centrally based NGOs in identified sites • Provide recreation programs in parklands that immediately surround the vicinities

• Install flood lighting and renew amenities block.

• Deliver programs and services outside of core business hours and around high risk times.

Cost: MP11 cost $1,147,000 Funded MP37 cost $63,000 Funded MP46 cost $806,000 Funded Total cost $2,016,000

Cost: $3,000 Unfunded

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Medium term 5 to 10 years and Long term 10 to 20 years

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MP13 Investigate options for an alternative site for a Caravan Park in Wagga Wagga

MP14 Investigate providing free public WiFi in community spaces

Justification/Brief: The Riverside Strategic Master Plan 2010 determined that the existing Wagga Wagga Beach Caravan Park site be opened up as public recreation space. In order to meet increasing demand for these types of facilities new sites need to be investigated and a plan developed that will encourage private investment.

Justification/Brief: MAV Technology in 2014 provided a report on implementing public Wi-Fi services for local government. They stated that public Wi-Fi can help create new opportunities for community engagement and collaboration, provide new services, and encourage people to spend more time in community spaces such as retail precincts. Free Wi-Fi should be investigated for spaces such as premier sporting venues, regional parks and community centres.

Location: The Wagga Wagga Beach Caravan Park is on the river off Johnston Street.

Location: Apex Park was investigated for free Wi-Fi. Approximate cost to set up would be $35,000 plus a data usage fee of approximately $100 per month.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult relevant experts

• Identify preferred sites for free public Wi-Fi

• Write business case on any possible viable option.

• Consult site user groups and technical experts • Obtain quotes/cost estimates

Cost: $100,000

• Develop a business case.

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP15 Implement the Tatton drain diversion and shutter works in connection with water harvesting options for Lake Albert

MP16 Museum of the Riverina – develop a Master Plan for the Willans Hill and Historic Council Chambers sites

Justification/Brief: The issue of providing additional water for Lake Albert is the most recurring request raised by the community within this precinct. Therefore further investigations need to be undertaken to identify viable options for sourcing extra water. Implementation of the Tatton drain diversion and shutter works is an identified water harvesting option for Lake Albert

Justification/Brief: This project arose from an identified need to improve storage of and care for the museum’s collection housed at the Botanic Gardens site. It is also to identify ways to improve public access and interpretation of the collection at both sites. The purpose of this is to increase visitor numbers, manage the long term conservation of the collection and to provide better facilities for interpretation and workshops.

Location: Lake Albert is a popular recreation area and is located south west of the Wagga Wagga CBD. Scope: The items in scope are:

Location: The Museum of the Riverina is located at the Willans Hill site off Lord Baden Powell Drive just to the north of the Botanic Gardens and in the Wagga Wagga CBD.

• Implement Tatton drain diversion and shutter works

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Investigate all additional opportunities to source additional water

• Consult with stakeholders particularly the Wagga Wagga and District Historical Society

• Source funding for investigation projects • Develop a business case for the most viable option. Cost: $750,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Consider if Council should acquire the land, which is currently leased • Review collections and recommend what should be kept and conserved at both sites • Acknowledge interpretation strategies particularly “Entwined” and “Sauntering Emu” • Develop recommendations for the management of collections to maximise asset life • Consider physical layout to improve visitor experience, improve connections to Botanic Gardens, and allow for all weather access and disabled access. Cost: $50,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP17 Plan to increase neighbourhood cohesion through localised events

MP18 Riverside Wagga – Wagga Wagga Beach Landscape Upgrade Stage 2

Justification/Brief: The Community Strategic Plan includes a guiding principle that we are a connected community. In April 2016 the Wagga Wagga LGA was 11th out of 156 local government areas for Break and Enter crimes. Neighbourhood connectivity and belonging is a known strategy to reduce localised crime and increase people’s sense of belonging and place. Council could provide resources to encourage residents to be involved in neighbourhood engagement activities.

Justification/Brief: Stage 2 of the Wagga Wagga Beach Landscape Upgrade will utilise the land currently occupied by the Wagga Wagga Beach Caravan Park to become an iconic recreation space for the city. The Master Plan for the site was completed in 2013 with Stage 1 of the Landscape Upgrade completed in 2014/2015.

Location: Local Parks could be a location to encourage increased community activities for residents. Scope: The items in scope are: • Encourage increased opportunities for neighbourhood connectivity through the Annual Grants Program

Location: Wagga Beach Caravan Park, Johnston Street Central Wagga Wagga. Scope: The items in scope are: • Improve accessibility and connectivity across the Riverside precinct • Install new furniture

• Enhance neighbourhood connectivity by reviewing and streamlining existing regulatory procedures

• Design and construct a “pop-up shop” avenue

• Activate neighbourhood parks through locally driven initiatives

• Construct new BBQ area

• Celebrate and showcase initiatives that drive neighbourhood connectivity through the inclusion of articles in Council News

• Upgrade existing amenities blocks

• Promote Neighbourhood Watch and other neighbourhood groups through Council’s social media channels.

• Upgrade existing irrigation system

• Design and construction of shipping containers converted into pop-up shops

• Add soft landscaping including riparian areas, new trees, new turf areas • Construct a new regional playground possibly including water play elements

Cost: $0 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Improved parking options using existing caravan park internal roads. Cost: $6,765,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP19 Stormwater action plan for Jubilee Park Justification/Brief: Over the last decade the suburb of Bourkelands has neared completion. With increased hard surfaces the amount of water run-off has also increased. This water mostly ends up in the Bourkelands water detention basin and then passes under Bourke Street and through Jubilee Park. After heavy rain this becomes a hazard as fast moving water about 0.5m deep rushes through the car park and down to the dam near Red Hill Road. This causes damage to the car park surface and could cause damage to vehicles and possible injury to park users. Location: Jubilee Park is off Bourke Street and adjacent to Bourkelands. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with stakeholders

MP20 Support the development of Stage 2 Equestrian Facilities at Charles Sturt University (CSU) Justification/Brief: In 2012 a Master Plan was completed for CSU Equestrian Facilities. Stage 1 of the Master Plan was constructed in 2013/2014 as a joint project between Council and CSU. In early 2017 the CSU Equestrian Facility Development and Operation Committee (FDOC) have been reviewing Stage 2 of the Master Plan. This review is considering future works (mainly stables, car parking and camping area), priorities and costings. Location: CSU Equestrian Facilities are located on the North Western side of the Wagga Campus off Pine Gully Road and Agriculture Avenue. Scope: The items in scope are:

• Film and photograph a storm event

• As part of FDOC, review future works and costings of Equestrian Developments at CSU (Main part of works is stables, car parking and camping area)

• Engage an appropriately qualified engineer to recommend possible solutions with designs and costings

• Assist with sourcing funds.

• Report to Council with recommended actions.

Cost: $0 NA

Cost: $50,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP21 Develop a Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Master Plan

MP22 Develop a citywide Social and Cultural Plan for the Wagga Wagga LGA

Justification/Brief: The Wagga Wagga Art Gallery includes two sites in the civic precinct. One is the main art gallery and the other is the National Art Glass Gallery. This Master Plan project arose from an identified need to plan future improvements that will allow the art gallery to continue to meet the city’s needs over the next 20 years.

Justification/Brief: Wagga Wagga City Council has a Community Strategic Plan that provides high level vision for the future. A citywide Social and Cultural Plan would provide strategic direction for all matters that relate to all social and cultural outcomes for the city inclusive of the needs and aspirations of an aging population and recognition and incorporation of our Indigenous Heritage .

Location: The Wagga Wagga Art Gallery and National Art Glass Gallery are in the civic precinct, Morrow Street Central Wagga Wagga. Scope: The items in scope are:

Location: Wagga Wagga LGA. Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult with stakeholders

• Audit community centres and cultural facilities to plan promotion and increase usage

• Review layout and recommend improvements to allow a variety of exhibition options to be provided

• Audit council run and supported events that focus on increasing social cohesion, recognising cultural diversity and embedding the principles of access and equity

• Consider physical layout and digital display to improve visitor experience.

• Develop in-depth understanding of the “story” of living in Wagga Wagga

Cost: $50,000 Unfunded

• Clarify Council’s commitment to the residents of our LGA and how the liveability of Wagga Wagga ensures a quality of life for all, linking with the Activation Strategy, Disability Inclusion Plan and other relevant council plans

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Develop action plan identifying how to enhance social and human welfare and wellbeing in Wagga Wagga with a focus on developing community connection through increased trust, safety and relationships and better utilising skills and attracting talents in our community for the benefit of our community • Develop action plan that identifies future opportunities for the enhancement of cultural experiences within Wagga Wagga. Cost: $150,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP23 Construct a Multisport Cycling Complex at Pomingalarna Reserve

MP25 Develop a Master Plan for the Botanic Gardens Zoo

Justification/Brief: The Multisport Cycling Complex (MSCC) project will deliver a high quality multi-disciplinary cycling facility located at Pomingalarna Reserve on the western side of Wagga Wagga adjacent to the Sturt Highway. A business case for this project was endorsed by Council during December 2016.

Justification/Brief: The Botanic Gardens Zoo is a popular destination for visitors and families in Wagga Wagga. To cater for existing users and future growth disabled access needs to be improved on this sloping site. Automatic irrigation is needed throughout the site. A review of animals with assessment of grouping animals into themes and the viability to expand into exotic animals or a drawcard animal (e.g. meerkats or koalas) is recommended. This would attract even further use. Infrastructure improvements are needed to the existing animal enclosures to ensure best practice. This includes replacing fencing, de-silting ponds, redesigning garden layout, providing an amenities block at the top end of the site and tree plantings. The Zoo Master Plan should be developed in conjunction with the whole Botanic Gardens precinct master planning process.

Location: Pomingalarna Reserve is on the western side of Wagga Wagga with the nearest intersection being McNickle Road and the Sturt Highway. Scope: The items in scope are: • Construct international BMX track with 500 lux floodlighting • Construct 1.8 km criterium track with a bridge cross over • Construct cycling education area • Construct jump/pump track • Construct mountain Bike (MTB) playground

Location: The Botanic Gardens Zoo is located on the south east side of the site. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult stakeholders about current and future zoo animals • Consider automatic irrigation design • Carry out a disability access audit and recommend improvement works • Recommend animal enclosure works required and any new infrastructure required for expansion

• Construct velodrome with lights

• Produce a Master Plan and written document that includes cost estimates for improvement works that meet regulatory requirements.

• Construct car parking

Cost: $50,000 Unfunded

• Construct amenities building with toilets, change rooms, canteen, office space, storage area, meeting room, timing area and public address space

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Construct BBQs and shelters • Construct fenced children’s playground. Cost: $8,200,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP26 In partnership with Charles Sturt University, construct a district recreation facility at the Peter Hastie Oval precinct

MP27 Redevelop the Jubliee Park Athletics Complex inclusive of the installation of a synthetic track

Justification/Brief: The Northern Growth Area of Wagga Wagga is the fastest growing precinct within the LGA with a 5.2% growth rate. This project will provide the residents within the precinct and across the city recreational and sporting opportunities. All facilities when constructed will be managed by Council and accessible to the broader community.

Justification/Brief: In 2016 the Wagga Athletics Clubs approached Council to support the planning for an athletics park upgrade. The redevelopment of the complex would include a synthetic track that would allow year round use and the ability for Wagga Wagga to host regional and state based events. The redevelopment would also enable future proofing of the venue for a number of years with the installation of a synthetic athletics track also reducing the existing operational costs. The current running track requires a significant resources to maintain.

Location: Master Plan concept for public comment. Peter Hastie Oval is located to the north of Estella on CSU land.

Location: Wagga Wagga Athletics track is at Jubilee Park, Bourke Street Bourkelands.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Construct new netball court/s

• Construct synthetic athletics track including infield’ sport facilities

• Re-aligned pathway

• Install sand slit drainage

• Construct new sporting fields (rectangular) but can incorporate cricket in the future

• Install sports field lighting

• Build natural wetlands

• Relocate long jump.

• Possibly re-align existing stormwater flow

Cost: $5,483,000 Unfunded

• Consider future small canteen/amenities

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Extend car park extension • Construct recreation area including a suburban playground and skate park • Construct multi-purpose clubhouse/community centre • Install signage. Cost: $5,079,000 Funded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Image: Jubilee Park Athletics Track

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MP28 Develop a Master Plan for future improvements to Marrambidya Wetlands

MP29 Provide female change rooms at football facilities

Justification/Brief: The Marrambidya Wetlands were opened in 2016. Currently the facility has a car park, an undercover open space learning area, an elevated viewing platform, bird hides and a bora (dance) ring for cultural performances. A small amenities block was constructed in 2017 to increase visitor comfort. To grow visitor numbers further it is recommended that a Master Plan be developed to review accessibility through a wheelchair and pram accessible platform, and enhance the visitor experience via the development o9f a Discovery Centre adjacent to the car park area.

Justification/Brief: Female participation is growing in the football codes that have been traditionally male dominated. This includes AFL, rugby union, rugby league and soccer. Many sportsgrounds do not have the change rooms required when male and female home and away teams are playing at the same venue. Possible solutions could include game scheduling, home and away teams sharing change rooms where space permits or constructing new or expanded change rooms. It is recommended that expanded facilities be provided at Robertson Oval, McDonald’s Park, Parramore Park, McPherson Oval, Rawlings Park and Harris Park.

Location: The Marrambidya Wetlands are located between the Narrung Street treatment plant and the Murrumbidgee River.

Location: Female change rooms to be provided at a range of sportsgrounds across the city.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult stakeholders about future needs of the wetlands

• Consult stakeholders

• Consider improvements to enhance the visitor experience including a Visitor Discovery Centre

• Develop detailed designs for female change rooms • Construct extra change room space at the six venues.

• Carry out a disability access audit and recommend improvement works • Produce a Master Plan and written document that includes cost estimates for improvement works.

Cost: $1,920,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

Cost: $40,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP30 Construct a synthetic soccer facility at Rawlings Park North Justification/Brief: The Soccer Development Strategy (May 2012) recommended that Rawlings Park be developed as the home of soccer in the Wagga Wagga LGA and the host for major regional events. The strategy suggests that Rawlings Park North could be the site to trial a synthetic surface. A synthetic surface could be used year round unlike turf sometimes needs to be closed during wet weather. Having a synthetic surface would mean that turf grounds can be rested when required and minimise maintenance..

MP31 Review unused or underutilised built and land assets to determine best future use. Justification/Brief: With the progress made by Council in asset management, more data is now available on quantities and life cycle costs of our built assets. Using this data a review of underutilised assets will be undertaken to determine best future use. Wagga Wagga City Council has 667 buildings. A number of these buildings have an average weekly utilisation of one day or less. Opportunities may exist for the colocation of users in some buildings to increase their utilisation. This review should include land assets. Council is responsible for managing 221 parks and reserves. Some of these are virtually unused.

Location: Rawlings Park North faces Brunskill Road, Lake Albert.

Location: Various locations across the Wagga Wagga LGA.

Scope: The items in scope are:

Scope: Determine the best use of the following underutilised assets:

• Carry out business case comparing life cycle costs of synthetic surface versus natural turf

• Recreation and community buildings, including shed and shelters • P{arks, open spaces and reserves.

• Subject to business case findings, construct at Rawlings North: • Synthetic soccer field

Cost: $50,000 Unfunded

• Amenities block

Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Irrigated spectator banks • Field lighting and fencing. Cost: $2,304,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

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MP32 Develop a Lake Albert Management Plan inclusive of Apex Park and improved disabled access

MP33, MP38 and MP47 Improve the urban canopy with open space and urban corridor tree establishment

Justification/Brief: Along with the Murrumbidgee River and the Botanic Gardens, Lake Albert is one of Council’s three premier passive recreation sites. The Lake Albert Management Plan (2009-2015) is now out of date and is currently being reviewed with an updated strategic plan to be developed addressing current issues. Some of these issues include provision of augmented disability access, strategies for managing water levels and quality and improvements to the Apex Park precinct. The Lake Albert Management Plan will provide strategic direction for these issues and others over the next 10 years.

Justification/Brief: Wagga Wagga’s climate is generally conducive to outdoor activities with relatively low rainfall and a high average level of days of sunshine. Activities such as riding, walking and open space play can, however, be impacted by the maximum temperatures experienced in summer. Therefore to encourage year round outside activity shade is critical. This can be achieved by planting trees in all public opens spaces including parks, playgrounds, sportsgrounds and shared path corridors.

Location: Lake Albert and surrounding foreshore precinct.

Location: An example of canopy planning is at Lineal Park Boorooma.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Develop the Lake Albert Management Plan 2018-2028.

• Plan a strategic prioritised program with tree planting to the value of $50,000 per year over 20 years

Cost: $50,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years

• Use guards when planting advanced trees in vandalism areas • Irrigate trees for at least the first three years if water supply available • Arrange partnerships with Service clubs and other volunteer group to assist with tree planting and maintenance. Cost: MP33 cost $250,000 Unfunded MP38 cost $250,000 Unfunded MP47 cost $500,000 Unfunded Total cost $1,000,000 over 20 years Timeframe and Delivery: Short term 1 to 5 years Medium term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

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Source: City of Wagga Wagga

MP35 and MP45 Drainage improvements for high use sports fields – Jubilee Fields 1 to 4, Parramore Park, Bolton Park, Anderson Oval and McPherson Oval

MP36 Establish a second rugby league field at McDonald’s Park Justification/Brief: Wagga Rugby League has identified a need for a second rugby league ground adjacent to McDonald’s Park. This field would be multi-use and would complement the existing facilities.

Justification/Brief: Currently in Wagga Wagga McDonalds Park, Robertson Oval, Harris Park and Rawlings Park (Fields 1 and 2) have subsurface drainage in place. This means these grounds are more likely to be in a safe usable condition through a wet winter. With the growing demand on sporting facilities it is recommended that Council install subsurface drainage at Jubilee Fields 1 to 4, Parramore Park, Bolton Park (medium term) and Anderson Oval and McPherson Oval (long term). Location: Fields identified to have subsurface drainage improvements. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with stakeholders/users of Jubilee Fields 1 to 4, Parramore Park, Bolton Park, Anderson Oval and McPherson Oval

Location: The proposed McDonald’s Field 2 is on the east side of the existing ground at Wagga Wagga Exhibition Centre. Scope: The items in scope are: • Establish field profile

• Recommend an appropriate drainage system for each site

• Establish field subsurface

• Design and cost and install each system.

• Irrigate field

Cost: MP35 cost $707,000 Unfunded MP45 cost $242,000 Unfunded Total cost $949,000 Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years Long term 10 to 20 years

• Expand irrigation pump supply • Install subsurface drainage • Establishment grass • Provide services for future amenities • Construct irrigated spectator bank and establish grass • Install field lighting • Install field fencing. Cost: $874,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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MP39 Plan for the future - personal training in community open spaces

MP40 Remediate the foreshores of Lake Albert

Justification/Brief: Personal training is a growing industry. This has seen the increased use of parks for exercise groups. This use occasionally results in conflict with other casual users of the space and damage to furniture that is not designed for certain exercises such as step ups. A policy that provides guidance on the use of public open space for these activities will ensure enjoyable usage of open space by all.

Justification/Brief: In recent times the use of Lake Albert for both events and passive recreation has had a significant impact on the foreshore in the form of bank erosion. The Lake Albert Management Plan sets out the vision and challenges for iconic recreation and cultural space and provides strategies and guidance on the management of this asset. This plan highlights the need for the foreshore works to be completed. The revitalised space and new infrastructure will be used to host sporting, cultural and recreational events and will ensure the lake foreshore is protected against erosion whilst also improving access to the water for events and recreational opportunities.

Location: Wagga Beach precinct – Central Wagga Wagga off Johnston Street. Scope: The items in scope are: • Consult with stakeholders, personal trainers and parks maintenance staff • Research industry best practice around managing and encouraging personal training

Location: Lake Albert is south east of the Wagga CBD and has a foreshore of approximately 5.5 km in length. Scope: The item in scope is: • Remediate the lake foreshore area to protect it from erosion, improve access for all activities and improve the overall aesthetics of the precinct.

• Assess need for dedicated area/s for personal training and the demand for an adult outdoor gym

Cost: $4,700,000 Unfunded

• Develop a policy.

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Cost: $0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

Image: Lake Albert 210

Source: City of Wagga Wagga

MP41 Renew horticultural assets in the main street of Wagga Wagga

MP42 Set up online interactive community mapping

Justification/Brief: This project addresses the needs of horticultural assets (trees and gardens) located in Baylis Street. The presentation of the main street is critical given it is one of the most visited areas in the city. The green assets were established with the main street upgrade in the late 1990s. The trees are now outgrowing their space and roots are lifting pavers, micro irrigation systems are being damaged and garden hedges are being crowded out by root ball masses. It is recommended that the horticultural assets be renewed over the next four years. It is recommended that tree work be undertaken using a checker board approach over a four year period to minimise the impact on horticultural amenity.

Justification/Brief: Council has online mapping services available to the public through Council’s home page. These are hosted by various mapping services including Intramaps for the cemetery viewer. The only service currently available for recreation and community facilities is the cycleways map. It is recommended that these mapping services be expanded to include all of Council’s parks, recreation and community facilities, including accessible parking spaces. This would allow members of the public to be able to zoom in onto a sportsground, for example, and view photos and other information such as links to ground availability.

Location: Central Wagga Wagga – Baylis and Fitzmaurice Street. Scope: The items in scope are:

Location: Example of an existing online mapping service – Wagga Wagga cycleways. Scope: The items in scope are:

• Consult public regarding plan • Carry out tree works including removals

• Council staff to create a framework for developing online mapping services and data required

• Retrofit and repair underground concrete tree pits

• Cleanse and update existing data

• Remove and replace garden growing media

• Publish service to the web.

• Repair underground services and hard infrastructure that has root damage • Replace hedges

Cost:$0 NA Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Replace micro irrigation systems • Remove/repair garden up-lighting systems and install power outlets where required for fairy lights. Cost:$1,032,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

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MP43 Complete Wiradjuri Walking Track improvements

MP48 Improvements to the Botanic Gardens Music Bowl to increase usage

Justification/Brief: The Wiradjuri Walking Track has been developed over the last two decades by Crown Lands, community groups and Council. Crown Lands created a brochure and website page which encourages people to discover the nature and history of Wagga Wagga by walking the 42 km track. An annual trail marathon uses the route in August. There is an opportunity to increase the use of this unique track by improving signage and carrying out track repairs. Parts of the track are well maintained such as the river walk at Wagga Wagga Beach, while other parts, suck as Birrimal walk only receive minimal attention.

Justification/Brief: The Botanic Gardens Music Bowl has a grassed seating area of approximately 7,000 square metres that can cater for crowds in excess of 8,000 people. Currently the site is underutilised; however with some improvements it could be activated. The main improvements centre on fixing the acoustic problems of the bowl, lighting and making the onsite car park user friendly.

Location: The Wiradjuri Walking Track is an active travel corridor that circumnavigates the whole city.

Location: The music bowl is located on the southern end of the Botanic Gardens off Macleay Street.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Review main route and key linkages

• Carry out venue and fire hazard assessment and implement risk reducing measures

• Improve signage and update brochure • Construct picnic nodes • Construct lookout nodes with interpretive signage • Realign fall line (too steep) trail sections on Birrimal Walk and other sections to make it sustainable

• Assess venue capacity • Tidy up car park and provide solar lighting • Gravel the car park • Improve acoustics and sound infrastructure in the bowl

• Improve maintenance planning.

• Improve disabled access including concrete pathways and disabled car parks at bowl ground level

Cost:$385,000 Unfunded

• Provide a small change room with amenities for performers

Timeframe and Delivery: Medium term 5 to 10 years

• Construct a permanent stage. Cost: $750,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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MP49 River Reserves – improvements to the available facilities Justification/Brief: The Murrumbidgee River is one of the city’s greatest natural assets. The city has responsibility for nine rural river reserves on the Murrumbidgee River, travelling east to west through the LGA. Oura beach reserve is one of the most utilised with good access, amenities, picnic tables and shelters, wood BBQ and seating. With the growth of the free camping industry and popularity of fishing and other river related activities it is recommended that another three river reserves across the LGA be improved to the standard of Oura. The suggested sites are the Currawarna, Kohlhagens and Shanty river reserves.

MP50 Upgrade lights at McDonald’s Park Field 1 to enable night-time televised broadcasting Justification/Brief: McDonald’s Park has now been developed to a standard where major events can be hosted. However some major events require television standard lighting capacity. The sportsground lighting at McDonald’s Park currently is 250 lux. The plan would be to move the current lighting system to the proposed Field 2 and upgrade Field 1 lighting to televised broadcasting capacity. This project would be done in partnership with Wagga Wagga Rugby League.

Location: It is proposed that improvements would be made at the Currawarna Kohlhagens and Shanty river reserves.

Location: The proposed McDonald’s Field 2 is on the east side of the existing ground at Wagga Wagga Exhibition Centre.

Scope: The items in scope are:

• Install enviro camping amenities

• Move existing lights to McDonald’s Park Field 2

• Improve road access

• Install new lighting system (1400 lux) at Field 1.

• Install picnic shelters and tables

Cost: $1,054,000 Unfunded

• Install fencing.

Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Cost: $330,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

Image: McDonald’s Park

Source: City of Wagga Wagga

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MP51 Upgrade lights at Robertson Oval to enable night-time televised broadcasting Justification/Brief: Robertson Oval has been developed to a standard where major events can be hosted. However some major events require television standard lighting capacity. The sportsground lighting at Robertson Oval currently is 500 lux. The poles and frames of these lights are upgradeable and were built to handle the extra cabling and lamps to achieve this capacity. This project would be carried out in partnership with Riverina AFL. Location: Robertson Oval is located in the CBD between Morgan Street and the Sturt Highway. Scope: The item in scope is: â&#x20AC;˘ Upgrade existing lighting system to 1400 lux. Cost: $1,321,000 Unfunded Timeframe and Delivery: Long term 10 to 20 years

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6 - combined projects Ref. Precinct Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

AGS1

Ashmont Glenfield Upgrade Graham Park to cater for junior cricket Park San Isidore

Sport

$100,000

Short

S94A

Funded

AGS2

Ashmont Glenfield Identify strategies to increase the use of the Ngurra Park San Isidore Youth Hub and Glenfield Park Community Centre

Program

Short

Internal Staff

AGS3

Ashmont Glenfield Playground replacements and refurbishments in order Park San Isidore of priority as per Playground Strategy – Short term

Playground

$240,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

AGS4

Ashmont Glenfield Irrigation system at Ashmont Oval – Replace as per Park San Isidore Recreation Asset Management Plan

Irrigation

$46,210

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

AGS5

Ashmont Glenfield Construct amenities at Webb Park that are accessible Park San Isidore during the day

Building

$165,000

Medium

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

AGS6

Ashmont Glenfield Construct 6.1 km of shared paths to create Park San Isidore connections between suburbs

Shared path

$390,000

Medium

S94A, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

AGS7

Ashmont Glenfield Playground replacements and refurbishments in order Park San Isidore of priority as per Playground Strategy – Medium term

Playground

$200,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

AGS8

Ashmont Glenfield Construct a change room and kiosk block at Glenfield Park San Isidore Park Oval

Building

$170,000

Medium

Grants, GPR, Clubs

Unfunded

AGS9

Ashmont Glenfield Lighting system at Ashmont Oval – Upgrade as per Park San Isidore Recreation Asset Management Plan

Lighting

$212,000

Medium

GPR, Clubs

Funded

AGS10

Ashmont Glenfield Refurbish Ashmont Oval amenities block Park San Isidore

Building

$228,000

Long

GPR, S94A

Unfunded

AGS11

Ashmont Glenfield Construct 15.9 km of footpaths to create connections Park San Isidore between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$2,167,000

Long

S94A, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

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Ref. Precinct Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

AGS12

Ashmont Glenfield Playground replacements and refurbishments in order Park San Isidore of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Long term

Playground

$220,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

AGS13

Ashmont Glenfield Improvements at Norman Duck Oval - San Isidore Park San Isidore

Sport

$240,000

Long

GPR

Unfunded

BEG1

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Encourage the Department of Education to build a primary school in Estella

Program

Short

Internal Staff

BEG2

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Construct 9.2 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

Shared path

$1,541,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

BEG3

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Construct 11.1 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$1,513,000

Short

S94, Developer, GPR, Grants

Funded

BEG4

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Develop the Harris Road open space corridor as a natural area in conjunction with the Active Travel Plan

Park

$100,000

Short

GPR, S94, Grants

Unfunded

BEG5

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Develop an agreement with Charles Sturt University to Program allow appropriate community use of their recreational assets

$10,000

Short

CSU, GPR, Grant, User Groups

Unfunded

BEG6

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Replace synthetic cover on Gunn Drive tennis court as Park per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$40,000

Medium

GPR, User Groups, Grants

Unfunded

BEG7

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Establish a lineal park in south west Estella including land acquisition

Park

$2,146,000

Medium

S94

Unfunded

BEG8

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Establish a local minor park in north Gobbagombalin

Park

$188,000

Medium

S94, Developer

Funded

216

Ref. Precinct Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

BEG9

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order or priority as per Playground Strategy – Gunn Drive

Playground

$40,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

BEG10

Boorooma Estella Gobbagombalin

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Menneke and Boorooma Streets

Playground

$80,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

BLS1

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Install a BBQ and shelter at Bedervale Park

Park

$30,000

Short

S94, GPR

Unfunded

BLS2

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Construct 0.6 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

Shared path

$67,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

BLS3

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Irrigation systems - Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Jubilee Park

Irrigation

$249,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

BLS4

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Lloyd East and Bedervale

Playground

$100,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

BLS5

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Lighting system at Conolly Field 3 – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

Lighting

$56,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

BLS6

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Establish three local parks in Lloyd including land acquisitions

Park

$2,555,000

Medium

S94, Developers, GPR

Funded

BLS7

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Develop further community meeting space at Jubilee Park as hockey centre amenities upgrade

Building

$342,000

Medium

GPR, S94

Funded

BLS8

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Construct 15 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$2,045,000

Medium

S94, Developers, GPR

Funded

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Ref. Precinct Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

BLS9

Bourkelands Lloyd Springvale

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Kaloona, Overdale, Marylands and Jubilee Park

Playground

$87,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

CNW1

Central North Wagga Wagga

Investigate improved access to public amenities for users of Victory Memorial Gardens

Park

$2,000

Short

GPR

Funded

CNW2

Central North Wagga Wagga

Install two adult accessible amenities including adult laydown change table

Building

$364,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Funded

CNW3

Central North Wagga Wagga

In association with the development of the CBD Master plan, identify a strategy position to aid the development of the night-time economy in the CBD

Program

$250,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

CNW4

Central North Wagga Wagga

Construct 2 km of shared paths to create connections Shared path between suburbs (12 km for Central Wagga Wagga is costed in major projects)

$454,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR, Clubs

Unfunded

CNW5

Central North Wagga Wagga

Construct 3.03 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$413,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

CNW6

Central North Wagga Wagga

Wiradjuri Precinct Master Plan – Consider future planning for Wiradjuri Reserve, oval and golf centre area and possible caravan park location.

Master Plan

Short

Internal Staff

CNW7

Central North Wagga Wagga

Review use of Wollundry Cottage

Program

Short

Internal Staff

CNW8

Central North Wagga Wagga

Irrigation systems – Replace as per Recreation Asset Irrigation Management Plan – Bolton Park welcome sign area, cricket ground, Tony Ireland, Bolton, Duke of Kent and Moorong Street entrance sign

$334,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

CNW9

Central North Wagga Wagga

Lighting system at Bolton Park car park – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

$123,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

218

Lighting

Ref. Precinct Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

CNW10

Central North Wagga Wagga

Wagga Wagga Cricket Ground - Relocate Wagga Cycling Track to Pomingalarna Reserve and upgrade car park area

Sport

$233,000

Short

Grants, Clubs, GPR

Unfunded

CNW11

Central North Wagga Wagga

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Tennyson, Bolton, Vestey Street, Cox and Belling

Playground

$440,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

CNW12

Central North Wagga Wagga

Assist relocation of Vintage Motor Club

Program

Medium

Internal Staff

CNW13

Central North Wagga Wagga

Assist relocation of Conservatorium of Music to the CBD

Program

Medium

Internal Staff

CNW14

Central North Wagga Wagga

Conduct audit and review of community buildings and consider the feasibility of developing a cultural centre

Program

Medium

Internal Staff

CNW15

Central North Wagga Wagga

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Hardy Avenue (replace), Oasis Aquatic Centre and Victory Memorial Gardens

Playground

$200,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

CNW16

Central North Wagga Wagga

Irrigation systems – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Visitor Information Centre, Civic Centre, Baylis Street and Oasis Aquatic Centre

Irrigation

$356,000

Medium

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

CNW17

Central North Wagga Wagga

Aggregate seal granite walking paths in Victory Memorial Gardens and Collins Parks

Park

$118,000

Long

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

CNW18

Central North Wagga Wagga

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Collins, Beach, Albert Bergman, Wiradjuri Estate, Simmons Street Centre

Playground

$280,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

CNW19

Central North Wagga Wagga

Completion of Wollundry Lagoon Walking Loop inclusive of disabled access

Park

$450,000

Long

GPR, Grants, Users

Unfunded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

EWG1

East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly

Assist Wagga and District Kart Racing Club to renew their track surface

Program

Short

Internal Staff

EWG2

East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Lonergan Place

Playground

$40,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

EWG3

East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly

In consultation with recreational gun clubs develop a precinct Master Plan.

Program

Short

Internal Staff

EWG4

East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly

Develop a Master Plan for equestrian facilities on the eastern side of the Wagga Exhibition Centre

Sport

$30,000

Short

Club, GPR, Grants

Unfunded

EWG5

East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly

Seal the car park at Parramore Park

Sport

$67,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

EWG6

East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly

Investigate partnering with the Gumly Gumly Recreational Reserve Trust to improve Gumly Gumly Oval and open up for public use

Program

Medium

Club, GPR, Grants

EWG7

East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly

Construct 6.1 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

Shared path

$1,165,000

Medium

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

EWG8

East Wagga Wagga Gumly Gumly

Construct 3km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$409,000

Long

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

FH1

Forest Hill

Investigate tourism opportunities with the RAAF Program Aviation Heritage Centre to build on existing interest in local museums

Short

Internal Staff

220

Ref. Precinct Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

FH2

Forest Hill

Provide improved access to public amenities in Forest Hill

Building

$10,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

FH3

Forest Hill

Further develop the local park in Hazelwood Drive, south west Forest Hill

Park

$256,000

Short

S94

Unfunded

FH4

Forest Hill

Recommend rezoning of land adjacent to Smith Street Program Forest Hill from RE1 to RU1

Short

Internal Staff

FH5

Forest Hill

Construct 3.84km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

Shared path

$856,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

FH6

Forest Hill

Construct 8.22km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$1,121,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

FH7

Forest Hill

Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Forest Hill Oval

Lighting

$350,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

FH8

Forest Hill

Refurbish amenities at Forest Hill Oval as per Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

Building

$228,000

Short

GPR

Funded

FH9

Forest Hill

Develop a new lineal park in south west Forest Hill

Park

$165,000

Medium

S94

Unfunded

FH10

Forest Hill

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Forest Hill Oval and Boree Avenue

Playground

$140,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

FH11

Forest Hill

Irrigation systems – replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Forest Hill Oval

Irrigation

$100,000

Medium

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

FH12

Forest Hill

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Clive Brunskill Park and Sackville Drive

Playground

$80,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

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Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Park

$281,000

Long

S94, GPR

Unfunded

FH13

Forest Hill

Develop a new local park off Eldershaw Drive in southern Forest Hill

Kooringal

Install BBQ and associated furniture at Henwood Park Park

$53,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Lions Club

Unfunded

Kooringal

Enhance Wilga Park in partnership with the Kooringal Community Centre

Park

$98,000

Short

Grants, GPR

Unfunded

Kooringal

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Horsley, Gracelands and Henwood

Playground

$180,000

Short

GPR Playground Funded Strategy

Kooringal

Irrigation system at Henwood Park – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Henwood Park

Irrigation

$162,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

Kooringal

Investigate options for suburb based events, such as festivals, to take place at Henwood Park

Program

Medium

Internal Staff

Kooringal

Construct 6.5 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$886,000

Medium

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

Kooringal

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – John Street, Sherwood and Rotaract

Playground

$100,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

Kooringal

Lighting system at Henwood Park – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

Lighting

$292,000

Medium

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

Kooringal

Investigate ways to increase use of Kooringal Tennis Courts at Henwood Park

Sport

Medium

Internal Staff

K10

Kooringal

Develop a lookout node at Rocky Hill Reserve

Park

$87,000

Long

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

K11

Kooringal

Improve Fife Gardens with irrigated kick about space, tree planting and raised garden beds

Park

$54,000

Long

Grants, GPR, Clubs

Unfunded

K12

Kooringal

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Gracelands Retention Basin, Fife Gardens and Cochrane

Playground

$75,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

K13

Kooringal

Kooringal Road shared path adjacent to Wagga Wagga Christian College

Shared Path

$353,000

Short

GPR, RMS

Funded

LT1

Lake Albert Tatton Replace post and rail log fencing with steel bollards at Eastlakes Drive and Lakehaven Drive Lake Albert

Park

$184,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

LT2

Lake Albert Tatton Construct a BBQ area and amenities block at the northern end of Lake Albert

Building

$237,000

Short

Grants, GPR, Service Club

Unfunded

LT3

Lake Albert Tatton Irrigation system at Rawlings Park, Lake Albert Oval, Lake Village Park and Croker Park – Replace as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

Irrigation

$302,590

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

LT4

Lake Albert Tatton Construct a netball court at Lake Albert Oval

Sport

$60,000

Short

GPR, Clubs, Grants

Unfunded

LT5

Lake Albert Tatton Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Lake Village, Kimberley Drive and Tamar Drive

Playground

$80,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

LT6

Lake Albert Tatton Complete disabled access facilities at Apex Park Playground

Park

$30,000

Medium

GPR, Service Club, Grants

Unfunded

LT7

Lake Albert Tatton Install an irrigation system in Kimberley Drive Park playground area

Park

$12,000

Medium

GPR

Funded

LT8

Lake Albert Tatton Investigate the feasibility of a camping/caravan park development at Bosley Park (Boat Club area)

Program

Medium

Internal Staff

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

LT9

Lake Albert Tatton Upgrade Lake Albert Hall to provide internal amenities, Building improve access, insulation and cladding

$192,000

Medium

Grants, GPR, Users

Unfunded

LT10

Lake Albert Tatton Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Ray Beddoe, Bosley Memorial, Croker Park and Lake Village

Playground

$160,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

LT11

Lake Albert Tatton Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan – Apex Park Playground

Lighting

$86,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

LT12

Lake Albert Tatton Construct 3.7 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

Shared path

$414,000

Long

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

LT13

Lake Albert Tatton Construct 11.2 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$1,527,000

Long

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

LT14

Lake Albert Tatton Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Lake fitness equipment, Apex, Tatton, O’Halloran, Tamar Drive and Jack Skeers

Playground

$422,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

MP1

Citywide - Major

Conduct accessibility audit on recreation and community facilities

Program

$44,000

Short

Grants, GPR

Unfunded

MP2

Citywide - Major

Conduct Botanic Gardens precinct movement study and improvement to pathway connections

Program

$111,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP3

Citywide - Major

Develop a Business Case on the proposed Wagga Exhibition Centre improvements

Program

$20.000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

MP4

Citywide - Major

Develop a Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre Master Plan

Program

$50,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

MP5

Citywide - Major

Create a reserve for refurbishment of premier ground surfaces – McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval

Sport

$250,000

Short

GPR, User Groups

Unfunded

MP6

Citywide - Major

Produce detailed designs for the Active Travel Plan Cycling

Shared path

$785,000

Short

Grants, GPR, S94

Funded

MP7

Citywide - Major

Develop a Tennis Strategy

Program

$5,000

Short

Grants, GPR, Users

Unfunded

MP8

Citywide - Major

Develop the Bolton Park Master Plan inclusive of the Oasis Aquatic Centre and communal meeting place.

Program

$150,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MP9

Citywide - Major

Dog Parks – Review current facilities and services and Program plan for the future

Short

Internal Staff

MP10

Citywide - Major

Expand and activate the multicultural services at Wagga Wagga City Library

Program

$50,000

Short

Internal Staff, Partner Grant

Unfunded

MP11

Citywide - Major

Implement the Harris Park Master Plan

Sport

$1,147,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MP12

Citywide - Major

Increase and activate ongoing coordination, program and service delivery for youth in areas of high need

Program

$3,000

Short

Internal Staff

Unfunded

MP13

Citywide - Major

Investigate options for an alternative site for a Wagga Wagga Caravan Park

Program

$100,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MP14

Citywide - Major

Investigate providing free public Wi-Fi in community spaces

Program

Short

Internal Staff

MP15

Citywide - Major

Implement the Tatton drain diversion and shutter works in connection with water harvesting options for Lake Albert

Program

$750,000

Short

Grants

Funded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

MP16

Citywide - Major

Museum of the Riverina â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Develop a Master Plan for the Willans Hill and Historic Council Chambers sites

Program

$50,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP17

Citywide - Major

Plan to increase neighbourhood cohesion through localised events

Program

Short

Internal Staff

Unfunded

MP18

Citywide - Major

Riverside Wagga â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Wagga Wagga Beach Landscape Upgrade Stage 2

Park

$6,765,000

Short

Grants, S94 and Unfunded S94A, GPR

MP19

Citywide - Major

Stormwater action plan for Jubilee Park

Program

$50,000

Short

Internal Staff

MP20

Citywide - Major

Support the development of Stage 2 Equestrian Facilities at Charles Sturt University

Program

Short

Internal Staff

MP21

Citywide - Major

Develop a Wagga Wagga Art Gallery Master Plan

Program

$50,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP22

Citywide - Major

Develop a Social and Cultural Plan for the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area

Program

$150,000

Short

Internal Staff

Unfunded

MP23

Citywide - Major

Construct a Multisport Cycling Complex at Pomingalarna Reserve

Sport

$8,200,000

Short

S94 and S94A, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

MP24

Citywide - Major

Implementation (Construction) of the Active Travel Plan - Cycling

Shared path

$10,458,000

Short

Grants, GPR, S94

Funded

MP25

Citywide - Major

Develop a Master Plan for the Botanic Gardens Zoo

Program

$50,000

Short

Grants, GPR, S94

Unfunded

MP26

Citywide - Major

In partnership with Charles Sturt University construct a district recreation facility at the Peter Hastie Oval precinct

Sport

$5,079,000

Short

S94, CSU, GPR, Funded Grants

MP27

Citywide - Major

Redevelop the Jubilee Park Athletics Complex

Sport

$5,483,000

Short

Grants, Clubs, GPR

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Unfunded

Ref. Precinct Number

Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

MP28

Citywide - Major

Develop a Master Plan for future improvements to Marrambidya Wetlands

Program

$40,000

Short

GPR, Club

Unfunded

MP29

Citywide - Major

Provide female change rooms at football facilities

Program

$1,920,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

MP30

Citywide - Major

Construct a synthetic soccer facility at Rawlings Park North

Sport

$2,304,000

Short

Club, GPR, Unfunded Grants, S94 and S94A

MP31

Citywide - Major

Review unused or under utilised built and land assets to determine best future use

Building

$50,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

MP32

Citywide - Major

Develop a Lake Albert Management Plan inclusive of Apex Park and improved disabled access

Park

$50,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

MP33

Citywide - Major

Improve the urban canopy with open space tree establishment

Park

$250,000

Short

GPR

Unfunded

MP34

Citywide - Major

Create a reserve for refurbishment of premier ground surfaces – McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval

Sport

$250,000

Medium

GPR, User Groups

Unfunded

MP35

Citywide - Major

Drainage improvements for high use sports fields Jubilee Fields 1 to 4, Parramore Park and Bolton Park

Sport

$707,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, User Groups

Unfunded

MP36

Citywide - Major

Establish a second rugby league field at McDonald’s Park

Sport

$874,000

Medium

Club, GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP37

Citywide - Major

Implement the Harris Park Master Plan

Sport

$63,000

Medium

GPR

Funded

MP38

Citywide - Major

Improve the urban canopy with open space and urban corridor tree establishment

Park

$250,000

Medium

GPR

Unfunded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

MP39

Citywide - Major

Plan for the future – personal training in community open spaces

Program

Medium

Internal Staff

MP40

Citywide - Major

Remediate the foreshores of Lake Albert

Park

$4,700,000

Medium

GPR, Grant, S94

Unfunded

MP41

Citywide - Major

Renew horticultural assets in the main street

Park

$1,032,000

Medium

GPR

Unfunded

MP42

Citywide - Major

Set up online interactive community mapping

Program

Medium

Internal Staff

MP43

Citywide - Major

Complete Wiradjuri Walking Track Improvements

Shared path

$385,000

Medium

Grants, GPR, S94

Unfunded

MP44

Citywide - Major

Create a reserve for refurbishment of premier ground surfaces – McDonald’s Park and Robertson Oval

Sport

$500,000

Long

GPR, User Groups

Unfunded

MP45

Citywide - Major

Drainage improvements for high use sports fields Anderson Oval and McPherson Oval

Sport

$242,000

Long

GPR, Grants, User Groups

Unfunded

MP46

Citywide - Major

Implement the Harris Park Master Plan

Sport

$806,000

Long

GPR

Funded

MP47

Citywide - Major

Improve the urban canopy with open space tree establishment

Park

$500,000

Long

GPR

Unfunded

MP48

Citywide - Major

Improvements to Botanic Gardens Music Bowl to increase usage

Park

$750,000

Long

GPR, Grants, User Groups

Unfunded

MP49

Citywide - Major

River Reserves - Facility improvement plan

Park

$330,000

Long

Grants, GPR, S94

Unfunded

MP50

Citywide - Major

Upgrade lights at McDonald’s Park Field 1 to enable night-time televised broadcasting

Sport

$1,054,000

Long

Club, GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MP51

Citywide - Major

Upgrade lights at Robertson Oval to enable night-time Sport televised broadcasting

$1,321,000

Long

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

MTT1

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Refurbish amenities at Anderson Oval as per the Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

Building

$215,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MTT2

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Improve Willans Hill lookout, formalise connecting walking trails to Botanic Gardens precinct and reseal Captain Cook Drive

Park

$117,000

Short

GPR, Grants Service Club

Unfunded

MTT3

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Refurbish amenities at French Fields as per the Wagga Building Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

$209,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MTT4

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Refurbish amenities at Kessler Park as per the Wagga Wagga City Council Asset Management Plan

Building

$221,000

Short

GPR

Funded

MTT5

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Install a bicycle pump track at Emblen Park Tolland

Park

$80,000

Short

Grant, GPR

Funded

MTT6

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Construct 4.5 km of shared paths to create connections between suburbs

Shared path

$288,000

Short

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

MTT7

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Lighting systems upgrades as per Recreation Asset Management Plan - Short term

Lighting

$753,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

MTT8

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Playground renewals as per Playground Strategy – Medium term

Playground

$60,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

MTT9

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Lighting systems upgrades as per Recreation Asset Management Plan - Medium term

Lighting

$878,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

MTT10

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Playground renewals as per Playground Strategy – Medium term

Playground

$141,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

MTT11

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Gissing Oval - Install subsurface drainage and replace boundary fence

Sport

$182,000

Medium

GPR, Grants and User Groups

Unfunded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

MTT12

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Refurbish kiosk and scorer’s box building at Gissing Oval

Building

$249,000

Medium

GPR

Funded

MTT13

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Construct 12 km of footpaths to create connections between community facilities and residents

Footpath

$1,636,000

Medium

S94, Grants, GPR

Unfunded

MTT14

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Irrigation systems renewals as per Recreation Asset Management Plan

Irrigation

$142,000

Medium

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

MTT15

Mt Austin Tolland Turvey Park

Playground renewals as per Playground Strategy – Long term

Playground

$730,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VC1

Village Currawarna

Expand the sporting facilities at the recreation reserve

Sport

$50,000

Short

GPR, Grants

Unfunded

VC2

Village Currawarna

Currawarna community tree planting to improve the village shade canopy

Park

$10,000

Medium

GPR, Residents

Unfunded

VC3

Village Currawarna

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Currawarna Recreation Reserve

Playground

$20,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VCG1

Village Collingullie

Refurbish amenities at Collingullie Oval

Building

$196,690

Short

GPR, Clubs

Funded

VCG2

Village Collingullie

Develop a youth recreation facility such as a BMX Pump Track at Collingullie Oval

Park

$53,000

Short

GPR, Grants, Users, S94

Unfunded

VCG3

Village Collingullie

Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan in order of priority – Collingullie Oval

Lighting

$294,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

VCG4

Village Collingullie

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Collingullie Park and Collingullie Oval

Playground

$40,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

VG1

Village - Galore

Construct a handball and basketball area at Galore Recreation Reserve

Sport

$18,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users, S94A

Unfunded

VG2

Village - Galore

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Galore Recreation Reserve

Playground

$20,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy, S94A

Funded

VH1

Village - Humula

Construct a handball and basketball area at Humula Park

Park

$18,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users, S94A

Unfunded

VH2

Village - Humula

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Humula Park

Playground

$60,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VL1

Village Ladysmith

Upgrade facilities at Ladysmith Recreation Reserve including a sealed path to the shop and railway precinct

Park

$206,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users

Unfunded

VL2

Village Ladysmith

Upgrade Ladysmith Oval to cater for junior cricket

Sport

$74,000

Long

GPR, Grants, Clubs

Unfunded

VL3

Village Ladysmith

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Ladysmith Recreation Reserve

Playground

$60,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VM1

Village Mangoplah

Develop a second AFL field at Mangoplah Sportsground

Sport

$65,000

Short

User Groups

Unfunded

VM2

Village Mangoplah

Improvements at Mangoplah Sportsground including BMX pump track

Park

$60,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, Users, S94A

Unfunded

VM3

Village Mangoplah

Lighting systems – Upgrade as per Recreation Asset Management Plan in order of priority – Mangoplah tennis courts and Mangoplah AFL ground

Lighting

$419,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, User Groups

Unfunded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

VM4

Village Mangoplah

Mangoplah community tree planting to improve the village shade canopy

Park

$10,000

Long

GPR, Residents

Unfunded

VM5

Village Mangoplah

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Mangoplah sportsground and Mangoplah Park

Playground

$45,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VO1

Village - Oura

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Oura Recreation Ground

Playground

$20,000

Medium

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VO2

Village - Oura

Improvements at Oura Recreation Ground including BMX pump track

Park

$60,000

Long

GPR, Grants, Users, S94A

Unfunded

VO3

Village - Oura

Construct a boat ramp at Oura Beach

Park

$193,000

Long

GPR, Grants, User Groups

Unfunded

VT1

Village - Tarcutta

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Paddy Osborne Park

Playground

$60,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VT2

Village - Tarcutta

Improvements to Tarcutta Recreation Reserve including activities for youth and space for free camping

Park

$83,000

Medium

GPR, Grants, User Groups, S94A

Unfunded

VT3

Village - Tarcutta

Improvements to Paddy Osborne Park including solar powered security lighting

Park

$39,000

Long

GPR, Grants, User Groups, S94A

Unfunded

VT4

Village - Tarcutta

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order of priority as per Playground Strategy – Tarcutta Sportsground swing

Playground

$2,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VU1

Village Uranquinty

Construct Uranquinty Skate Park

Park

$150,000

Short

GPR, Users

Funded

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Action Name (Project or Program)

Action Type

Total Cost Rounded

Recommended Timeframe (Short 1-5yrs, Medium 5-10 or Long 10-20+)

Potential Funding Sources

Project Status (Funded or Unfunded)

VU2

Village Uranquinty

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order as per Playground Strategy – Neighbourhood Centre and Rest Area

Playground

$100,000

Short

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

VU3

Village Uranquinty

Refurbish amenities at Uranquinty Sportsground

Sport

$234,860

Medium

GPR

Funded

VU4

Village Uranquinty

Playground replacements and refurbishments in order as per Playground Strategy – Uranquinty Oval

Playground

$20,000

Long

GPR, Playground Strategy

Funded

TOTAL VALUE OF PROJECTS

$97,688,350

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