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WAGGA BUSINESS MATTERS 2015
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WAGGA ECONOMIC SNAPSHOT
BUSINESS INFORMATION
Key Facts and figures on population, labour force, economy, infrastructure, industries and more.
showcasing our city’s best businesses and service providers. A comprehensive list of useful contacts, phone numbers and web addresses.
WAGGA DIRECT
Wagga Wagga City Council Commercial & Economic Development
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Focussed on growth and opportunities
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Supporting the diverse economy of our region to be successful
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Identifying potential opportunities
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Pre-development meetings
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Facilitation of networking events around the City
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Linking businesses with innovative research capabilities and industry professionals
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Marketing the region with robust economic research
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Promotion of events
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Attracting visitors and new residents through tourism and government initiatives
Contact us Wagga Wagga City Council Commercial and Economic Development Phone: 1300 292 442 Email: business@wagga.nsw.gov.au
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WELCOME TO WAGGA BUSINESS MATTERS ONLINE Wagga Wagga Business Chamber is the city’s largest business network and a strong voice to government through advocacy on behalf of our members business. There are many benefits to being a member of the Business Chamber. For very low cost a membership can be an organisation’s annual marketing plan, incorporating free press advertising, discounted radio and television advertising, promotion on the online business directory and invites to our networking events. In addition we can offer discounted insurance on electricity expenses as well as further discounts through our
exclusive member only offers. We host events and seminars throughout the year and our low cost membership will give you access to the regions business leaders, politicians and world class speakers. I have recently become the Chamber Business Manager, I am passionate about local business and serving our community whilst assisting to enhance the economic and social wellbeing of the community.
and want to hear about how we are changing and growing or a potential new member who wants to know what the Business Chamber can do for you. Give me a call on 02 6921 3577 or email me on manager@waggachamber. com.au or pop in and see me at the office below Michelle Bray – Business Manager
We are changing – we are I am keen to talk to you about growing – so get on board and come and join us. your business and how the Business Chamber can help put you in touch with new customers and likeminded business owners, operators and managers. So if you have been a member for a while
MICHELLE BRAY – BUSINESS MANAGER
OFFICE HOURS: 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday 27 Forsyth Street Wagga Wagga, NSW 2650 02 6921 3577 manager@waggachamber.com.au www.waggachamber.com.au
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WELCOME TO THE WAGGA WAGGA BUSINESS CHAMBER
The Wagga Wagga Business Chamber has been the leading organisation serving the community of Wagga Wagga since 1936 and takes pride in maintaining relationships with business, community, government, military, and community leaders in order to create and maintain economic prosperity. As the leading advocate for business the Chamber is proud to be a vital part of the Wagga Wagga community and is a strong campaigner for its broad and diverse member businesses to help build a climate
of growth and success that benefit the whole community. From the moment you join, you can increase your networking opportunities and take advantage of the many benefits of being a Chamber Member. The Wagga Wagga Business Chamber is involved in many local business and community activities and we have multiple ways of highlighting your business through sponsorship opportunities.
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BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP STANDARD MEMBERSHIP
$320.00
The Standard membership includes: ´´
Advocacy: The Wagga Wagga Business Chamber is your voice to raise issues with Government and other Agencies. Networking: Networking and promotional opportunities with other local business, potential clients and suppliers.
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Education: Giving your business the edge with seminars and world class speakers Savings: Low cost advertising, printing, members only offers Member Benefits Program savings on energy and business insurance (Alliance Membership required)
Free advertorial in the Daily Advertiser worth $800
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Listing on the member’s information page
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Member’s online listings can be found by web visitors via category,
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200 Character business description
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Links to business social media
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Monthly e-newsletters
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Networking events
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Exclusive chamber events
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Free job board & events listings
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Free business classifieds
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Member to member discounts
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Access to chamber services
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Advocacy services
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NSW Business Chamber alliance membership (opt-in),
OPPORTUNITIES TO ASK ABOUT Call Michelle now to find out more ´´
Sponsorship opportunities sponsor the chamber or an event to promote your business
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Enhanced Membership
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CROW AWARDS The awards are a perfect way to promote your business either as a sponsor or entrant to the awards program. The Chamber has developed the Awards into the premiere business event on the social calendar. AIMS OF THE AWARDS:
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR 2015 EVENT IN MAY. There are a range of opportunities that will match your budget.
CROW SPONSOR Major event naming rights for the Wagga Wagga Business Awards Crow Awards; There are many more advantages – call now to receive a proposal.
AWARD SPONSOR Individual business award naming rights (Business Crow Awards);
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To recognise and award by peer selection the most outstanding businesses that drive Wagga Wagga;
Platinum Sponsor – Gold and Silver packages are also available.
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To encourage and innovate business aspiration for excellence;
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To reward outstanding contributions to the community by business leaders and
Choose your level of sponsorship –Crow, Award, Platinum, Gold or Silver; and
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To establish a significant awards program with emphasis on entertainment and recognition of excellence.
Call Michelle at the Wagga Wagga Business Chamber on 0448 213 577
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Excellence in Tourism & Hospitality
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Excellence in Workplace Health and Safety
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Linked Young Professionals Award
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The Daily Advertiser Roll of Honour
JUDY GALLOWAY
Don Kendell Award
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EDUCATION The Business Chamber regularly conducts workshops, seminars and business breakfasts on a range of business topics for its membership base. If you have a Workshop or Seminar idea and looking to work with the Wagga Wagga Business Chamber to inform its membership please contact the Chamber Events team to discuss your proposition.
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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS This is the perfect networking opportunity to make contacts in a relaxed atmosphere. Usually held at a Chamber member’s business and allows you to gain an understanding of their business and meet the owners and staff. The networking is held on the 3rd Wednesday of every month from 6pm till 8pm with light refreshments available. With numbers increasing at each event why not have your business be the next host. If you would be interested in hosting a business after hours networking evening please find all the information you need below
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CHAMBER AWARD SPONSORS:
PLATINUM SPONSORS:
GOLD SPONSORS:
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“We specialise in finding, supplying and training Apprentices and Trainees for your business”
GTES (pronounced G-tess) is a Group Training Organisation. We are not-for-profit and communityowned. Our mission is to make apprenticeships and traineeships easier and more successful for our community. GTES is the legal employer of over 250 apprentices and trainees making us one of the largest employers in our region. We professionally recruit apprentices & trainees, we match them with local businesses, we induct and employ them, we on-hire them to a ‘Host Employer’ and then we manage their employment and training throughout the term of their Training Contract. Ultimately our goal is to assist apprentices and trainees
to successfully gain their qualification or trade whilst supporting our clients (Host Employers) to create an environment that is conducive to that outcome. Whilst we are technically a large employer (250+), we have a relatively small internal staff number of 13. It is here that the real strength of our company is found - our team. Each staff member has been chosen for the knowledge, skills and attitude that they bring to the organisation. We strive to be an employer of choice. We believe we have a culture of success at GTES that is made up of a combination of professionalism, fun, dedication
and passion. We want to be seen as an organisation that people would like to work in and we want to create a work environment that retains talent because people believe in what we do. We will continue to be a role model for our client businesses by hopefully giving them the support and advice that assists them to work towards being an employer of choice also. We will continue to work closely with our apprentices and trainees to help them with both their professional and personal development and hopefully we will be a role model for the wider community as we continue to recognise the most important element of any business – its people.
THE BENEFITS FOR HOST EMPLOYERS INCLUDE; ´´
Free, professional recruitment
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Less administration
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More support
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Higher completion rates
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Greater flexibility
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WH&S advice and support
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No payroll, super, tax, PAYG summaries
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Paid correctly
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Support & encouragement
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Higher job security
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Safe working environment
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Free from harassment & discrimination
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Protective equipment supplied
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Access to interest free loans for work related expenses e.g. tools
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Recognition via GTES Apprentice & Trainee Awards
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Regional, State & National Awards
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THE AUSTRALIAN BUSINESS CHAMBER MOVEMENT HELPING BUSINESSES LIKE YOURS BECOME MORE PROFITABLE, PRODUCTIVE AND COMPETITIVE. In 2011, the NSW Business Chamber established the ‘Chamber Alliance Program’ to engage with the 200-plus Local Chambers of Commerce (LCC), and their members, across NSW. The initiative offers the members of participating LCCs with access to the awardwinning products and services of NSW Business Chamber. This joint-membership model actively promotes the value and purpose of LCCs, while also connecting member businesses like yours, to a larger body of membership, enabling greater influence and a stronger business voice for advocacy campaigns. The initiative has proved an overwhelming success, with the Chamber establishing 170 allied LCCs to date, and supporting over 11,000 additional members. And with NSW Business Chamber investing in resources to support LCC members, there
is now access to a dedicated team providing members with immediate assistance for troubleshooting and enquiries. The LCC Support Team will also monitor entitlement usage and will keep members informed of the latest developments to products/services and events to ensure LCC members are maximising the value of their membership.
HOW WE HELP BUSINESS Business-to-business connections ´´
Connect with others through events
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Gain recognition for excellence through Business Awards
Avoid fines and reduce risk ´´
Access legal advice
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Gain HR support
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Workplace Health & Safety
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Manage the relationship with your employees
Expert advice and business solutions ´´
Recruit the right people
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Manage your apprentices and trainees
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Raise your profile through marketing
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Trade overseas
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Reduce the cost of insurance, energy and more
Education and training for you and your team
ABOUT NSWBC As the state’s peak business support organisation, NSW Business Chamber is the dedicated to helping member businesses of all sizes grow and prosper. NSW Business Chamber connects business people to peers, industry leaders and government to create opportunities and influence change. Through expert advice and business solutions NSW Business Chamber can help you become more productive, competitive and profitable. To find out more about the Chamber Alliance Program and how it can help your business contact the NSW Business Chamber on 6041 4867.
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TWOMEYS If you were asked - What do you love to do with your spare time, what would your answer be? We are sure that Accounting/Bookkeeping, Tax Planning and Management, Financial Planning, Audits and Self-managed Super Funds would not be on your list. At Twomeys they understand this, and they will work with you to make sure that you have all the tools and systems in place to manage your business and personal affairs in an efficient way so that you can enjoy your valuable and well deserved spare time. Twomeys is one of the largest Accounting, Audit and Financial Planning firms in the region with almost 80 employees and offices in Wagga, Cootamundra, Young, Cowra Harden, Coolamon and Sydney. Twomeys has a number of professional staff who have run their own businesses and know what it is like to be on the operating side, juggling the needs of sales, debtors, cash flow, profit margins and staff training. This ensures that, as either an existing business owner or someone who is about to set up their own business, Twomeys has people in place who fully understand your needs.
It is because of their diverse staff with broad knowledge and experience that Twomeys can offer their clients and the community the support that they need to grow and prosper. The Wagga team is made up of over 40 staff in 3 Specialist Areas located in the Morgan Street Office. The Business Services Division provides specialist accounting, management and taxation advice to a wide variety of businesses located throughout Australia. Twomeys Financial Planning Division provides wealth creation, investment and retirement advice to a large number of clients as well as offering very competitive lending and asset finance facilities to all. The Audit Division of Twomeys is based in Wagga but also has an office in Sydney. This Division provides specialist audit services to a large number of clients ranging from publicly listed companies to not for profit organisations. Twomeys also audits a large number of Self Managed Superannuation Funds throughout Australia. Twomeys supports a variety of different groups and Projects in Wagga including Women in Business, the Food and Wine Festival and the Crow Awards.
More than just accountants
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ICONO BUILDING DESIGN ENHANCING YOUR BUILDING DESIGN EXPERIENCE This statement is our aim for all our clients. For an architectural building design project, ‘Enhancing’ can mean so many things. Enhancing your appreciation of good design, enhancing your enjoyment of the project, enhancing the value of your asset, enhancing energy efficiency and even enhancing your business environment for you, your staff and customers.
Icono’s setup and processes are designed to enhance your design and building experience. Our ultimate goal is for you to say ‘that was great, let’s do it again!’. Your building project should be exciting. How often do you spend such an amount of money and have the opportunity to improve your business or lifestyle – it should be enjoyable. We hear people comment that they never want to build again because their project was so stressful. Our clearly defined process helps us remove the stress and improve your outcomes. Icono’s clients are busy business owners and professionals so we take care of all
the mundane behind the scenes stuff like compliance, paperwork, approvals and organising consultants and this allows you to work with us on the exciting parts - design and selections. We can work with you throughout the process from feasibility, concepts, budgeting, selecting builders and through construction. If you are considering any building project, call us for a chat and some advice and let us show you what we can do for you and your business. Wishing you great success!
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LEADERS IN REGIONAL RECRUITMENT
Ci t y, Co u n t r y, Co a s t a l R e c ru it m e nt
WHO ARE WE? •
GWS Recruitment specialises in Mining, Technical and Office Support
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We have been committed to finding quality recruitment solutions for our clients since 1994.
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In 2012, we merged with JHA Recruitment and Smalls Recruiting to form Spinifex Australia Holdings.
GWS Personnel has been in business since 1994. We specialise in recruitment for professional & office support; mining & exploration; industrial & manufacturing; executive roles within accounting, engineering & banking; Local, State & Federal Government. GWS Personnel has extensive local experience, a trusted reputation and a fresh approach to recruitment, allowing us to connect the right people to the right jobs. GWS Personnel has offices in Parkes, Orange, Dubbo, Wagga Wagga, and Bathurst and also provides services to many others towns throughout NSW. Spinifex Australia Holdings is a group of multi-talented and versatile recruitment agencies with a personalised approach who focus on servicing metropolitan and regional clients. One size does not fit all. We have built our reputation on customising our recruitment solutions for business using fresh and innovative perspectives. We are an Australian owned recruitment company group servicing City, Country and Coastal Australia in Executive, Business Support, ICT, Mining and Technical Labour Hire recruitment.
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UNFINISHED BUSINESS TOWARDS 2015 AND BEYOND
The 2011 State Election saw the Coalition sweep to power for the first time in 16 years. NSW had voted for change and provided the Coalition with a decisive electoral mandate to deliver reforms to rebuild the economy, return quality services, renovate infrastructure and, perhaps most importantly, restore accountability to Government.
THE CHAMBER’S DIRECT ADVOCACY EFFORTS HAVE SEEN:
With the highly successful '10 Big Ideas to Grow NSW' and 'NSW Deserves Better' campaigns, the NSW Business Chamber led the advocacy agenda in the lead up to that election. The Chamber has keenly followed the progress of the Government over its first term, maintaining its engagement on behalf of business to ensure the implementation of key priorities.
The elimination of vehicle registration stickers: leading to estimated savings of $5 million a year for NSW businesses or 160,000 hours of unnecessary red tape.
The appointment of a Small Business Commissioner for NSW: Providing an advocate within Government for the needs of small business. The reform of the NSW Workers Compensation system: preventing a $750m increase in premiums on employers and protecting 12,600 jobs.
Payroll tax reform: The 2013 Budget raised the payroll tax threshold from $689,000 to $750,000, exempting 1,300 new businesses from payroll tax and saving all payroll taxliable businesses an average of $3,325. Long term lease and sale of assets: The long term leasing and sale of assets have helped free up more than $4.6 billion for investment in new infrastructure. These changes have been welcomed, however much remains to be done. With an election set for 28 March 2015, the
Chamber believes it's time for all sides of politics to commit to a positive agenda for economic growth. Joined by its 17,000 strong membership, the Chamber has identified the 5 key priorities business wants addressed by the Government over the next twelve months, and in the next term. These 5 initiatives are designed to ensure NSW can attract the investment, develop the jobs and encourage the growth to support the growing population. Over the next 12 months, the campaign will take root in every corner of the state. Regional events hosted by local chambers of commerce will grow community awareness and provide a valuable forum for businesses to be heard. Fund and deliver more infrastructure across NSW through public asset swaps Revitalise and reform Local Government Deliver senior schooling more effectively to improve outcomes for young people Improve NSW’s energy security and address pricing challenges Put NSW on the front foot by creating a more competitive tax system
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1. FUND AND DELIVER MORE
INFRASTRUCTURE ACROSS NSW THROUGH PUBLIC ASSET SWAPS With more than $85 billion projected to be spent on infrastructure over the next 5 years, NSW needs to identify new ways to fund essential projects, particularly to the long term lease of the state’s ageing electricity network. While some may point to the potential of a privatised energy network driving increases in electricity prices or reductions in reliability, most evidence shows privately owned electricity networks are more efficient. Network costs account for around 50% of an average residential electricity bill in NSW and those costs have been the main contributor to recent price increases. In Victoria, where networks were privatised in the 1990s, network costs over recent years have been tracking lower than in NSW and consequently have had less impact on electricity bills.
HAVE YOUR SAY! Unfinished Business needs your voice to grow the campaign and show our political leaders that we are a force to be reckoned with.
JOIN THE DEBATE IN SOCIAL MEDIA: add #UnfinishedbusinessNSWBC to your tweets and follow the action on facebook.com/ NSWBusinessChamber.
The anticipated infrastructure construction pipeline in NSW over the next five years is about
$85 billion
The Hon Mike Baird, NSW Treasurer
Changes in an average residential bill (2007/08 –2013/14) $2,500
$2,000
$1,500
$1,000
$500
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Wholesale Network energy
Carbon
Data sourced from IPART
Current estimates indicate that selling the electricity networks would provide more than
$25 billion
Between 2007/08 and 2013/14 electricity network costs have increased by around
Other Green schemes
Retail
2007/08
Total 2013/2014
IN THE LAST THREE YEARS, public asset swaps have provided:
$1.8 billion
for the WestConnex motorway project
$403 million
for the upgrade of the Pacific Hwy
$170 million for the Princes Hwy
$135 million
for the Bridges for the bush program
$100 million
for infrastructure projects in the Illawarra
$580
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2. REVITALISE AND REFORM LOCAL GOVERNMENT
The current governance, financial and democratic structures of NSW’s 152 Councils are failing to meet the needs of the community. NSW councils are facing an infrastructure backlog of more than $7 billion. Without establishing a new model of partnership between state and local government, opportunities to address the backlog will be missed and communities and the local businesses that support them will inevitably go backwards. The Independent Local Government Review Panel, established during this term of Government, has charted the way forward to achieve this reform. It’s now time to put the politics aside and look to build a stronger, better resourced and more responsive system of local government.
Of the 152 Mayors in
NSW
1,475 Councillors 283 more than VIC and QLD combined
NSW only 34 are
popularly elected
QLD
561 Councillors
VIC
631 Councillors
NSW Councils are responsible for more than
$130 billion of infrastructure and other community assets
of business respondents to the 2013 NSW Business Chamber Red Tape survey rated local government very or extremely complex when acting as a regulator
3. DELIVER SENIOR SCHOOLING
MORE EFFECTIVELY TO IMPROVE OUTCOMES FOR YOUNG PEOPLE In 2012, the NSW Auditor General raised concerns about existing school arrangements and their capacity to meet the needs of students looking to undertake vocational education and training (VET). Although school retention and Year 12 completion rates are important, it’s clear that more needs to be done to engage those students who are not focused on a university pathway. Improvements need to extend beyond student engagement. Policies that have emphasised engagement over vocational outcomes have led to industry concerns that the quality of VET delivered in schools is not to the standard required for employment.
The recent focus by the NSW Government on improvements to teacher quality arrangements, and commitments by the Federal Government to reform 'VET in Schools' are welcome, but should be part of broader reform to improve student outcomes. The NSW Business Chamber’s '10 Big Ideas – Could do Better' report, released in 2011, recommended a broad ranging review of postYear 10 education and training in NSW. Many of the issues identified in the report remain unfinished business, including improving career information, advice and guidance; implementing minimum achievement standards for literacy and numeracy; and adjusting the balance between general education and VET.
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Good career
advice helps
students make
the right
choice.
NSW Auditor - General’s Report 2012
26.7%
OF THOSE AGED 17 TO 24 IN NSW WERE NOT IN FULLTIME WORK OR FULL-TIME STUDY IN 2011
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4. IMPROVE NSW’S ENERGY SECURITY AND ADDRESS PRICING CHALLENGES Increasing energy prices have impacted the business community and affected business competitiveness and productivity. With the gas market on the east coast undergoing a major period of transition, businesses are likely to face significant pressures as gas prices rise and the potential for gas shortages becomes a distinct possibility. NSW needs a strategy to ensure that gas users can access the gas they need, at a competitive price. Implementing a regulatory regime that is based on scientific evidence and fosters the safe development of NSW’s abundant supplies of gas is absolutely critical for the future competitiveness of NSW industry. Ensuring that the process for project approvals remains robust but timely is also essential.
Gas prices are expected to rise by
Industry demands the most gas in NSW:
50 - 100%
between now and the end of
2016
Source: AEMO, Gas Statement of Opportunities 2013
NSW will start seeing limitations in gas availability by around 2016 if further gas does not come online
23% of gas fuels power generation of gas supplies the residential 29% and small business sectors 48% of gas fuels the industrial sector
5. PUT NSW ON THE FRONT FOOT BY CREATING A MORE COMPETITIVE TAX SYSTEM The financial audit commissioned by the NSW Government in 2011 found “substantial opportunities to reform the tax base to achieve greater efficiency, equity and simplicity.” Out of all the major states, NSW has the second highest payroll tax rate (behind WA) and the second lowest payroll tax threshold (behind Victoria). But there are some areas where more immediate action is required to ensure that NSW businesses can compete on a level playing field. NSW is one of the only States that still taxes insurance to pay for emergency services. This tax places an unfair burden on those who do the right thing by taking out insurance, while those who
don’t bother still benefit from free emergency services. Emergency services contributions add costs of around $700 million a year to insurance premiums. Businesses pay a far higher share of these costs than they would under a property based levy. Over the years, NSW Governments, both Labor and Liberal, have continued to defer the commitment to abolish business transfer taxes that are costing business collectively more than $350 million a year. These taxes eat into the savings of retiring business owners, discourage efficiency improving mergers, acquisitions or restructures, and discourage start-ups that wish to exit through a trade sale from locating in NSW.
Commonwealth Grants Commission
figures suggest that in 2011–12 NSW businesses and households paid around
$1.2 billion
a year more than they would if NSW applied the average tax policy of other States
Modelling for the 2010 Henry Tax Review found that
payroll tax
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KNIGHT FRANK Knight Frank stands for the highest standards of quality and integrity in global property transactional, management and advisory services. Now in business for over 100 years, Knight Frank is one of the world’s largest and most established companies of property consultants. Knight Frank’s aim is to provide first-class property and business support services to its clients around the world. Knight Frank Australia currently employs over 770 people located in eleven offices around the country. Partner Offices and licensed businesses complete the Knight Frank Australia Group. Knight Frank Wagga Wagga is locally owned and operated by husband and wife team, Laurence and Jill Toohey and forms part of the Knight Frank partner alliance. Both Laurence and Jill have extensive property experience in Sydney and relocated to Wagga to provide commercial property services to the Riverina. Knight Frank Wagga Wagga won office of the year in 2014.
The stronger the foundations, the better the view. Knight Frank Wagga Wagga provides premium real estate services to the local region backed by the expertise of our global network. To find out more call + 61 2 6923 8000 Shop 44 Kooringal Mall, 269 Lake Albert Road, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
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Jill Toohey is Principal and licensee of the Real Estate Agency and currently manages four shopping centres as well as completing sales and leasing transactions. Laurence Toohey is the Director of the Valuations business and an Associate of the Australian Property Institute. Laurence completes commercial, rural and residential valuations as well as providing development feasibility advice. Knight Frank Wagga Wagga is the only office in the Riverina providing clients with the full range of Commercial property services as follows:
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DAYCO AUSTRALIA Dayco Australia was presented with the 2014 Murray-Riverina Regional Excellence in Business Award. This prestigious accolade for the quality focussed global automotive aftermarket manufacturing company follows the presentation of the 2014 Wagga Wagga Chamber of Commerce Crow Award to Dayco Australia for the most Outstanding Large Business. Dayco Australia acquired the long established Precision Parts plant and business in September 2013, significantly expanding the Wagga Wagga plant’s workforce and global sales reach. The Wagga Wagga plant manufactures world class Powerbond brand harmonic balancers and Nuline brand engine pulleys to vast international and domestic automotive aftermarket acclaim. According to Dayco Australia Managing
Director Arnold Mouw, these two recent accolades are just the beginning for the company’s plans for continued growth in its regional Australian manufacturing operations. “We are delighted for our Wagga Wagga plant to have received not one, but two major regional awards in the relatively short time that it has become a part of the Dayco family. These awards are testament to the skill that exists in regional Australia and in particular the the hard working people who ensure that our products as good as any competing product in the world, as evidenced by our impressive international and local sales growth for our Powerbond harmonic balancer and Nuline engine pulley ranges,” Mr Mouw stated. The Dayco Company is a world leader in automotive drive belt, thermal management
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REGIONAL EXPRESS Regional Express (Rex) is Australia’s largest independent regional airline. Our fleet of more than 50 Saab 340 aircraft bring regional travellers to 52 destinations throughout New South Wales, Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and Queensland with over 1,300 flights a week. The Rex Group of companies comprises Regional Express (Rex), air freight and charter specialist Pel-Air Aviation, Dubbo based charter airline Air Link, as well as the Wagga Wagga based Australian Airline Pilot Academy (AAPA). The result of a merger of two great aviation pioneers, Hazelton and Kendell airlines, Rex inherited from its pioneers the conviction that ‘our heart is in the country’ and this is evident in Rex’s continued commitment to the City of
Wagga Wagga which is home to Rex’s Heavy Engineering base, the Australian Airline Pilot Academy (AAPA), and a total of over 155 staff. In 2014 AAPA celebrated the official opening of a Saab 340 Full Flight Simulator in a purpose-built facility at the state-of-the art pilot training academy campus. The new facility marks a significant milestone in the history of AAPA and the continued commitment to bringing greater efficiencies and flexibility to crew training management. Investment in AAPA has exceeded $28M to date, making it the most modern pilot training facility in the Asia Pacific region. The academy campus features complete and integrated facilities at Wagga Wagga airport, including sporting facilities alongside modern classrooms, offices and well-equipped accommodation.
Rex also utilises the facilities for training Rex Flight Attendants from across its vast network. In addition to the Rex Cadet Pilot Scheme that has already seen more than 200 Rex pilot cadets inducted, qualified Rex pilots also undertake ongoing pilot training at the academy. Rex provides a valuable and essential air service to both Sydney and Melbourne from Wagga Wagga with reliable and convenient schedules. Rex’s commitment to on-time performance is reflected in its title as the most reliable airline in Australia*. Rex is proud of its achievements as a regional carrier and that this unique partnership with the City of Wagga Wagga is putting Wagga Wagga on the world map of aviation. Rex is your local choice and we hope to welcome you onboard a Rex flight soon.
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We are passionate about what we do and take great pride in our work of championing the City and the Riverina region.
Wagga Wagga City Council Wagga Business community, assisting local business people to network and hear from a high calibre keynote speaker. With over 170 tickets sold for the 2014 Big Business Breakfast, it was again the single largest and most successful business event on Council’s Economic Development calendar.
Commercial & Economic Development Directorate No one knows Wagga Wagga better than the Wagga Wagga City Council’s Commercial and Economic Directorate. We are passionate about what we do and take great pride in our work of championing the City and the Riverina region.
About us The Directorate takes a fully integrated approach to economic development including: • • • • • • • • •
Wagga Wagga Regional Airport (~200,000 passengers pa) Livestock Marketing Centre (~$290M throughput of stock) Events Wagga Economic Development Visitor Economy Property services Building services Bomen Industrial Estate Riverina Intermodal Freight & Logistics Hub (RiFL) (~$60M partnership between local, State, Federal governments and private industry) Riverside precinct (Stage 1 - ~$1M)
To help understand the City of Wagga Wagga and its economic credentials, the Commercial and Economic Development team develop an Economic Snapshot document. The current edition of the Snapshot focuses on employment, gross regional product and also features strongly performing sectors of the economy.
This integrated approach is designed to provide assistance to people wishing to expand or establish new business in the city.
The Commercial and Economic Development Team has also worked to ensure that education pathways from TAFE and University are tailored to lead to employment opportunities in the region. Memorandums of Understanding have been signed with Charles Sturt University, and TAFE NSW - Riverina Institute, to assist each organisation meet mutually beneficial objectives. Wagga Wagga City Council also signed an agreement with TAFE Riverina Institute and Deakin University in 2014 to create and promote new “pathways” to Deakin courses, including engineering.
The Directorate is responsible for maintaining the Business Wagga Wagga website www.businesswaggawagga.com.au/ that provides a central information point where Council can keep the business community up-to-date with the latest initiatives and events.
A similar Memorandum of Understanding has also been signed with the Wagga Wagga Medical Specialists Recruitment and Retention Committee to work towards attracting even more medical specialists to the city.
Our Monthly Mayoral Breakfasts aim to provide an opportunity for members of the business community to liaise with senior members of Council including the Mayor and the General Manager in a relaxed and informal environment.
The team can also work directly with business owners wishing to apply for a Development Approval. By working closely with the Planning and Regulatory Directorate we can identify any potential opportunities, issues or constraints early on in the process and work to resolve them.
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Wagga Wagga boasts one of the busiest regional airports in New South Wales with over 120 flights between Wagga Wagga, Sydney and Melbourne each week.
Wagga Wagga Regional Airport The direct activities of the aviation sector are equivalent to almost 70% of Wagga Wagga’s agriculture, forestry and fishing sector activity and double that of the Wagga Wagga wholesale trade sector. This highlights the importance of Wagga Wagga’s aviation sector in the broader economy. Wagga Wagga boasts one of the busiest regional airports in New South Wales, with over 120 flights between Wagga Wagga, Sydney and Melbourne each week, carrying approximately 210,000 passengers annually. The airport is a growing hub for commerce, employment, education and training in the aviation industry. Wagga Wagga Airport has been awarded Regional Airport of the Year twice in four years (2010 and 2013) by the Australian Airports Association National Industry Awards. The awards not only enhance the potential of the airport, but showcase the City as an aviation centre of excellence. This also highlights the work that has been undertaken at the airport over the past four years particularly centred on the commercial and recreational precinct development.
New precincts The completion of the new precincts provide distinct areas for various activities including airline operations, airline pilot training, light aircraft maintenance and repair, commercial aircraft maintenance and repair, recreational aircraft activity and Wagga City Aero Club events. The separation of activities and operations within the airport provides significant operational benefits, and together with the safety, security and access improvements, provides the airport with opportunities for future growth.
The new commercial and recreational aircraft precincts provide infrastructure, services and development sites to cater for demand in commercial and recreational aviation development for many years to come. Project planning for this stage of development commenced in 2010 and culminated in the first half of 2013 with the completion of the various capital works projects.
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The program aims to help small to medium enterprises and not-for-profit organisations to better understand how they can maximuse the opportunities from greater digital engagement.
Digital Enterprise Program The Digital Enterprise Program (DEP) was established through a grant from the Australian Government to contribute to the government’s vision for Australia as a leading global digital economy by 2020. In particular, this program is designed to contribute to the Digital Economy Goal that by 2020 Australia ranks in the top five OECD countries in relation to the percentage of businesses and not-for-profit organisations, using online opportunities. The program aims to help small-to-medium enterprises (SME), notfor-profit organisations (NFP) and local cultural institutions to better understand how they can maximise the opportunities from greater digital engagement. It is anticipated that this increased use of online opportunities by businesses will drive productivity improvements, expand their customer bases and enable jobs growth. During 2014/2015 the Department of Communications, Wagga Wagga City Council and TAFE NSW Riverina Institute are working together to provide quality training sessions on how organisations can use the internet to make greater use of online opportunities.
Session topics Each Sessions has 6 topics over 6 weeks covering the topics of: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.
Following attendance at the group training session, the organisations qualify for four hours of free tailored training for their individual organisation. Sessions cover areas of specific interest or a review of current online activities and guidance on how to enhance your online presence. Businesses can register for the free training sessions at the following website www.waggadigitalenterprise.com.au
Getting Online Creating your website Online Marketing and social media/Marketing Tips Doing business online/eCommerce Security and Legal Business tools
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Wagga Wagga’s population is forecast to increase significantly to 77,170 by 2030. Wagga Wagga has a strong and diverse economy with access to a local workforce that is rapidly upskilling.
Economic Snapshot Wagga Wagga’s accessibility by road, rail and air combined with the availability of suitable and competitively priced industrial land will facilitate the growth of export and import trade. 2 Hectares of zoned land in Bomen, Wagga is approximately 1/6th the cost of an equivalent block in Wetherill Park, Sydney. Wagga Wagga has a strong and diverse economy without a reliance on one sector. The Gross Regional Product of Wagga Wagga defined as the total value of goods and services produced in the region over a period of one year is approximately $3.15 billion. The top ten industries in terms of Value Added ($million) are shown below:
The number of professionals increased by an annual average rate of 2.6 per cent from 2006 to 2011 while the number of Community and Personal Service Workers also grew significantly by 2.5 per cent per annum over the period. The population is also rapidly up skilling with the proportion of persons aged 15 and over attaining a higher education qualification increasing from 39 per cent in 2006 to 44 per cent in 2011. The number of individuals that held a higher education qualification in 2011 is shown below.
Over the 2006 to 2011 Census period the following industries achieved an annual average employment growth of above 1 per cent: Health Care and Social Assistance; Education and Training; Professional, Scientific and Technical Services; Construction; and Electricity, Gas, Water and Waste Services. Employment in Health Care and Social Assistance grew strongly from 2006 to 2011 at an average annual rate of 3.1 per cent and the current Wagga Wagga Base Hospital redevelopment of $282 million will offer significant opportunities for further employment. Investment in the Marketplace, Kooringal Mall, South City and the Murrumbidgee Mill worth approximately $86.5 million will also ensure that the retail sector continues to represent a significant component of the local economy. Existing businesses operating in Wagga and potential new businesses also have a diverse pool of labour to choose from with the spread of workers over the occupational groups shown at the top right of this page comparing well with the broader NSW economy.
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The number of individuals with a Bachelor or Higher degree increased by an annual average rate of 4.4 per cent while the number of individuals with an Advanced Diploma or Diploma and those with Vocational training increased by 2.6 per cent and 2.8 per cent respectively from 2006 to 2011. Wagga Wagga’s residential population is forecast to increase significantly from 63,847 in 2014 to 77,170 in 2030. The importance for Wagga Wagga as a destination for both families and young adults is expected to continue over the forecast period.
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The new freight hub will deliver highly accessible facilities, offer connectivity with most of Australia’s major cities and provide good road, rail and air connections.
The Riverina Intermodal Freight & Logistics Hub (RiFL) Private sector partners play a critical role in making the RiFL Hub a reality. The project is estimated to cost in the vicinity of $50-$70 million. This cost will vary depending on the final project scope developed by Council and our partners.
A nationally significant regional centre, Wagga Wagga sits in the heart of the Riverina region of NSW. Centrally located between Sydney and Melbourne, Wagga’s location offers excellent access to all capital cities, from Brisbane to Adelaide. The Riverina Intermodal Freight & Logistics (RiFL) Hub project capitalises on this excellent location and capital city access through improved rail connection between Wagga Wagga and its position on the Sydney to Melbourne rail line.
The project The project involves the construction of new major rail and road infrastructure and a freight terminal on 80 hectares of land at Bomen Business Park. Both State and Federal Governments are partnering the project, highlighted by the Australian Government committing $14.5 million towards the construction of necessary roads and rail infrastructure. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure and Regional Development, The Hon Warren Truss said the Australian Government’s $14.5 million contribution towards the project was a strategic investment in economic and business growth for the region and the nation. “The Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics Hub will provide a cost effective and efficient intermodal operation for the Wagga Wagga region and encourage a shift from road to rail for Australia’s rapidly growing freight task,” Mr Truss said. “The new freight hub will deliver highly accessible facilities, offer connectivity with most of Australia’s major cities and provide good road, rail and air connections. “In addition to creating long term employment opportunities and addressing existing road and rail safety issues, it will improve import and export services to Port Botany, Port of Melbourne and other ports, thereby helping to reduce the cost of logistics in the supply chain.”
The construction of additional rail infrastructure, including a new 5.8km long master siding, will allow freight trains to safely pull off the main rail line to load and unload goods for wider distribution, on an open access basis. New road infrastructure will capitalise on Wagga Wagga’s easy access to the Sturt and Olympic Highways, and create the ‘hub’ between road and rail. Future connectivity with the ARTC Inland Rail Network will ensure lower cost rail freight solutions for decades to come. Traxion an innovative Australian rail infrastructure and operations provider was recently announced as the successful private sector partner to directly negotiate with Council to deliver the RiFL project. “When services are integrated, everything runs more smoothly. Solutions are found more quickly. That’s why our clients across Australia rely on us to provide rail infrastructure and rail operations support services throughout the country. We save time. We minimise delays. We deliver.” For more information please contact Wagga Wagga City Council Commercial and Economic Development Phone: 1300 292 442 Email: business@wagga.nsw.gov.au www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/rifl
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A key aspect of the project is to re-focus the city towards the Murrumbidgee River - a fundamental environmental asset.
Riverside Wagga Wagga Reinforcing relationships Riverside Wagga Wagga Strategic master plan is a visionary project that will reinforce the relationship between the iconic Murrumbidgee River and the city of Wagga Wagga by bringing an array of recreational, cultural, commercial and residential development underpinned by sustainable principles to fully showcase its potential and enhance the quality of living for its citizens and visitors alike.
The upgrade will include improving the picnic facilities in the area, improving the links with the CBD by formalising the pathway network, replacing all existing furniture and extensive renewal of the riparian vegetation areas along the Murrumbidgee River. The goal of the master plan is to re –activate the beach for both locals and visitors. Construction of Stage 1 of the upgrade commenced on 21 July 2014 and will take approximately 34 weeks to complete. Local Wagga Wagga contractors, Aspect Irrigation and Landscaping, have been awarded the contract to complete the works following and extensive tender process.
The Riverside Wagga Wagga strategic master plan was adopted by Council in 2010 after extensive consultation with the community. It is considered a catalytic project for the economic and cultural development of the city. A key aspect of the project is to refocus the city towards the Murrumbidgee River - a fundamental environmental asset. Wagga Wagga City Council has recently embarked on Stage 1 of the implementation of landscape master plan for the Wagga Beach precinct. This development will see a $1.02M upgrade of the landscape that surrounds the iconic Wagga Wagga Beach along the Murrumbidgee River. “The Beach�, as it is known to the locals, is considered as one of the key recreational spaces and holds significant position in the history of the city.
Further stages in the implementation of the Riverside Wagga Wagga Strategic master plan include Stage 2 of the Wagga Beach landscape plan which will see the closure of an existing caravan park at the site and this land opened up for use by the public. The plan will see the development of a cafe precinct, new playground facilities, additional picnic facilities and renewal of the surrounding green space to cater for markets, concerts and events.
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The Wagga Wagga Visitor Economy is worth $230 million, with 1.3 million unique visitors visiting the City annually.
Visitor Economy The hub of the Riverina on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, Wagga Wagga is more than just the largest regional city in New South Wales - we’re an Australian icon - and we can’t wait to share our secrets with you! You will love Wagga Wagga’s stunning landscapes, variety of unusual architecture, sassy shops and vibrant arts scene. The treelined main streets are the perfect sanctuary to take in the natural beauty of our City and plan your day. We’ve got everything from award winning restaurants, wineries, a microbrewery, made for-Sunday-morning style cafes, organic delis and country pubs. We are home to several museums, theatres and galleries and each year we hold over 400 colourful and creative events. Wagga Wagga City Council supports the Visitor Economy through a dedicated team of professionals who work hard with local businesses and all levels of government to keep the industry strong. Wagga Wagga City Council is a member of Riverina Regional Tourism and works in conjunction with neighbouring shires on initiatives including the Taste Riverina Food Festival and Riverina Localist program. The Visitor Economy Team directly serves the community and visitors through the operation of the Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre. The Centre provides information on Wagga Wagga, the Riverina and interstate destinations along with Wagga Wagga branded souvenirs, local produce and gifts.
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Uses social media sites of Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Youtube
The Visitor Economy Team produce the Official Visitor Guide, Conference and Function Guide, What’s On and New Residents Guide. The Team also facilitate guided Day Trips and Tour Experiences within the Riverina. Wagga Wagga City Council also works to market the Evocities initiative. Wagga Wagga is one of seven leading regional cities in New South Wales who have united to create “Evocities”, a campaign aimed at encouraging people to live, work and invest in regional NSW. The Business Wagga Wagga website www.businesswaggawagga. com.au provides details of the campaign and provides links to the following online resources: •
Evojobs - a live and comprehensive database for both job seekers and employees.
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Evoproperty – Shows live comparison of properties in two locations such as Wagga Wagga and Sydney.
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Evoinvest – Users can learn about the Wagga Wagga workforce, transport, investment opportunities and more.
If the Visitor Economy Team can assist you in any way, please don’t hesitate to contact the Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre on the below details. Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre: 1300 100 122 International: +61 2 6926 9621 Fax: +61 2 6926 9629 Email: visitors@wagga.nsw.gov.au www.visitwagga.com
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START YOUR UNIVERSITY DEGREE WITH TAFE school-leavers, those who are returning to study and those who are currently working and want to further their study,” she said. “It is our aim to provide seamless pathways from school through TAFE and on to university, and this program will help build the jobs of the future in the Riverina-Murray region.’’ “Three times as many regional Australians undertake TAFE programs compared to their metropolitan counterparts and Deakin is determined to develop effective local TAFE pathways essential to this region’s future.” Riverina Institute also enjoys a longstanding partnership with Charles Sturt University (CSU) CSU Vice-Chancellor Professor Andrew Vann said the partnership builds on areas of common interest to benefit the whole region.
In addition to the huge range of nationally recognised courses TAFE offers right here on your doorstep, we have a rapidly growing suite of joint Diploma and Degree programs with Charles Sturt University and pathway programs with Deakin University. In a first for Deakin University, students who complete a nominated Diploma with TAFE NSW Riverina Institute are guaranteed entry into corresponding Deakin University degrees. The Deakin-Riverina Pathways Program currently covers Electrical Engineering and Business study areas, with Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Early Childhood Education to follow shortly thereafter.
Plans are underway to include a broader range of Riverina Institute Diplomas to Deakin Degree pathways. Deakin University Vice-Chancellor Professor Jane den Hollander officially launched the Pathways Program with Riverina Institute Director, Ms Kerry Penton, earlier this year. “The Pathways Program is part of Deakin’s commitment to make quality tertiary education more accessible for all students in their own communities, including
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“Charles Sturt University and TAFE NSW Riverina Institute are working together to increase opportunities and ensure we’re providing high quality education that meets the needs of the community,” he said. “We do this by leveraging from each other’s physical sites, making it easy for students to move from TAFE to university study and addressing areas of key regional need such as health." “A good example is the collaboration in dentistry, where TAFE NSW Riverina Institute uses some of our facilities.” TAFE NSW Riverina Institute Director Ms Kerry Penton agreed, adding “It is through partnerships such as this that we can offer an exciting future for our communities, enabling regional students to study where they live”.
I loved my 2 years at TAFE. The teachers and staff I dealt with every week were amazing. Meeting new people was fantastic. The knowledge and skills I learnt was above and beyond. I had a wonderful experience and I cannot thank TAFE enough for building my career for me. I believe my training is not only helping me now but will help me in my future as well. My next career goal is to study again this year with TAFE and gain a Diploma in Community Services. You will never regret signing up for a TAFE course, all you need is a dream, determination and a goal and you can achieve anything you want.
Tiarna Robertson, Riverina Institute’s Outstanding Student of the Year for 2014 and West Wyalong Campus Outstanding Student of the Year for 2013 and 2012
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“Gone are the days when our young people had to travel to larger cities to earn their degrees,” she said. “Students in the Riverina Murray region can go from high school, to TAFE to University all in their local area. Students can stay with their loved ones, stay near their friends, remain an active part of their local community and still achieve a world-class education and secure their future careers. It’s a win-win for the students, their families, and for our community.” A cornerstone of the agreement is the provision of a broad range of study pathway programs with credit packages for students and unique integrated programs that enable students to study at TAFE and CSU at the same time. One of the students to benefit from the CSU and TAFE NSW Riverina Institute agreement
is final year Bachelor of Information Technology student Mr Tom Gibson, a technician at Computer DenCity in Wagga Wagga. “I chose to study through the integrated IT program for two main reasons,” Mr Gibson said. “I had previously undertaken some courses at TAFE and enjoyed the practical aspects and learning styles, and I wanted the opportunities provided by a University degree, but was not confident in my abilities to succeed at a higher academic level." “Following this pathway provides students with an opportunity to gain a practical understanding of topics at the Riverina Institute that are expanded upon later at Charles Sturt University. The hands-on experience can assist in building the skills to secure employment.”
Additionally Riverina Institute has expanded and promoted options through pathway arrangements with partner universities across Australia for graduates to continue their learning journey. Training through Riverina Institute means accessing an extensive support service, which assists all students through their entire course of study with career counselling, employability skills training, study support and a range of other support services. This ensures students can complete their program of study and gain nationally recognised qualifications with real employment outcomes. For more information on courses offered through TAFE NSW Riverina Institute phone 1300 TAFE RI (1300 8233 74) or visit www.rit.tafensw.edu.au
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Riverina Water supplies drinking water to 67,000 people in the local government areas of Wagga Wagga, Greater Hume, Lockhart and Urana
OUTDOOR WATER SAVING TIPS GARDEN TAPS: Fit tap timers to all your garden water taps to save water and money. Tap timers automatically turn off your drippers and hoses even if you forget! POOL COVERS: Pool covers keep evaporation to a minimum. A pool can lose up to 10mm of water per day due to evaporation (500 litres per day in an average pool). By regularly using a pool cover you can reduce this loss of water by up to 95%.
MAJOR PROJECTS MANGOPLAH RESERVOIR
Two new reservoirs are proposed to store sufficient water for future peak summer demands and breakdown storage. Each reservoir is 136kl and will supply the village of Mangoplah and surrounding rural properties. The first reservoir is to be constructed in early 2015, while the second reservoir is dependent on town growth. Pumps at Watson Road will be upgraded to boost water supply to the new reservoirs. Budget $400,000.
DEPOT STORE BUILDING
Construction will soon commence on a new depot store building at Riverina Water’s Hammond Avenue site. This large warehouse will be used to store fittings, light weight pipe and plant. It will also include upgraded facilities for staff such as offices and tea rooms. Budget: $3.5 million.
NEW WAGGA WAGGA WATER TREATMENT PLANT (WTP)
Riverina Water is currently working on the detailed design for the new 55ML/day river water treatment plant. The detailed design will be completed in early 2015. Riverina
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Water anticipate awarding the contract in June 2015 and construction will take approximately 18 months. Budget: $45 million.
SOUTHERN TRUNK MAIN AND RURAL RESERVOIR
Work has begun on the Southern Trunk Main upgrade. The Southern Trunk Main supplies water to Uranquinty, Mangoplah, Yerong Creek, Henty, Morven, Pleasant Hills and Walla Walla. The section of the main from Kapooka to Red Hill Road has been completed, with construction from West Wagga Treatment Plant to Red Hill Road now underway. The project is expected to take several years to complete, including the construction of the new 5 ML rural reservoir. Budget: $5.3 million.
BOMEN RISING MAIN
Construction of the Bomen Rising Main has commenced. North of the Murrumbidgee River is currently served by bores in North Wagga. The Bomen Rising Main will give the ability to supplement supply to the North Wagga/Bomen area from the new Water Treatment Plant. The section along Hammond Avenue is under construction, with work to continue along Mason Street, before continuing across the river. Budget: $1.2 million.
IRRIGATION MONITORING: It is important to regularly monitor your sprinkler system to maximise efficiency and to ensure it is not running unnecessarily. Have your sprinkler system inspected by an expert to ensure you are not wasting water. DRIVEWAYS: There are alternative ways to keep these areas clean using minimal amounts of water, or even no water at all. Use a broom, brush or rake to sweep and clean outdoor paths and paving instead of hosing them down with water. EVAPORATIVE COOLERS: Evaporative coolers use over 80 litres of water per hour. Remember to turn your cooler off whilst no one is home and have the unit regularly checked and serviced by an expert. MOWING: Make sure you don’t mow your lawn too short. A longer, lush lawn develops a deeper root system and requires less water. MULCHING: Mulching not only helps to control weeds, it also prevents soil drying out and minimises watering required. Compost, sawdust, straw, grass clippings, pebbles and woodchips are all excellent mulching solutions. PLANTS: When planting your garden try grouping your plants into high or low water users. Keep in mind that small shrubs require more frequent watering than larger hard leaf varieties.
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SCHOOL EDUCATION PROGRAM For the second year in a row Riverina Water County Council engaged Keep NSW Beautiful (previously Keep Australia Beautiful) to run their Enviromentors Water Education Program in our supply area. The Enviromentors ‘Drip, Drop, Splash’ module was offered to 45 primary schools in Riverina Water’s supply area. The following 18 schools (approx. 1,535 students) took part in the program covering four constituent Council areas: ´´
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Mount Austin Public School
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MET School Wagga Wagga
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Humula Public School
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St Joseph’s Primary School
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Sturt Public School
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Urana Central School
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Rand Public School
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Henschke Primary School
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Kapooka Public School
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Lockhart Central School
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Wagga Wagga Christian College
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Oaklands Central School
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Ladysmith Public School
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Henty Public School
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Turvey Park Public School
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Lake Albert Public School
The ‘Drip, Drop, Splash’ module aims to foster students’ understanding of the value of water, and to develop attitudes and skills conducive to the achievement of sustainable management of this limited natural resource. Riverina Water County Council considers this education program an important part of our long term demand management strategy.
PERMANENT WATER CONSERVATION MEASURE
STEPPED WATER TARIFF
Riverina Water established a Permanent Water Conservation Measure in 2009. This measure has been implemented to increase water use efficiency, by greatly reducing evaporation losses. Fixed sprinklers cannot be used between the hours of 10am and 5pm and applies to all customers. Council has a responsibility to enforce conservation measures and water usage bans and may issue infringement notices under the powers of the NSW Local Government Act 1993. A minimum fine of $230 may apply.
DID YOU KNOW?
On average, a person uses about 340 litres of water per day, of which 130 litres is for essential use i.e. drinking and food preparation, toilets, showers and clothes. The rest is discretionary to water lawns and gardens etc.
DID YOU KNOW RIVERINA WATER CURRENTLY HAS A STEPPED WATER TARIFF? Riverina Water introduced a stepped water tariff on 1st July 2009 to keep in line with the NSW Office of Water ‘Best Practice Management of Water Supply Guidelines’ and to encourage water conservation.
WHAT DOES THIS MEAN FOR RIVERINA WATER CUSTOMERS? Where a Residential, Commercial or Industrial customer uses more than 125 kilolitres of water per quarter, they will pay a higher stepped charge for any water usage over this amount.
HAS YOUR WATER BILL INCREASED SIGNIFICANTLY? Please be aware that during the warmer months your usage may increase due to the hot weather (from the use of air conditioners and sprinklers). This could result in an increase in your water bill if you use more than 125 kilolitres per quarter. If you have a question about your water bill you can contact Riverina Water on 02 6922 0608.
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STATE AND FEDERAL ROUNDUP KAPOOKA BRIDGE TO BE REBUILT. Construction on the new $55 million Kapooka Bridge is now underway in another major infrastructure project for the Wagga Wagga electorate. Civil construction company BMD Constructions was recently awarded the contract to build the new bridge being funded by the Australian and NSW Governments - each allocating $27.5 million. The project will see the existing bridge demolished and a new structure built to support double-stacked containers. Kapooka Bridge, which was built in 1880, is carrying an increasing number of heavy freight vehicles about 300,000 truck movements each year. It is expected the new bridge will be completed by mid 2016.
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CCTV delivered: Riverina MP Michael McCormack, Committee4Wagga Chair Judy Galloway, Councillor Yvonne Braid and Wagga Wagga City Council Director of Corporate Services Craig Richardson pull the first cable through as part of the installation of the $1.08m CCTV network in Wagga Wagga’s CBD. Authorised by Federal Member for Riverina Michael McCormack MP, Suite 2 11-15 Fitzmaurice Street Wagga Wagga NSW 2650.
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NEW BASE HOSPITAL UNDER CONSTRUCTION The $282.1 million redevelopment is the largest upgrade of any hospital currently taking place in New South Wales and is set to deliver the best facilities in several areas.
A further $12 million has been allocated from the Australian Government under the COAG New Sub-Acute Beds Guarantee for 20 subacute mental health beds.
The project is jointly-funded with the NSW Government providing $215 million and the Australian Government contributing $55.1 million from its Health and Hospitals Fund (HHF) Program.
The community is reaping the benefits from this major redevelopment with local contractors and local workers taking advantage of the newly created work opportunities.
NEW COURTHOUSE UNDERWAY Work on the $17million Wagga Courthouse upgrade took an official step forward earlier this month when the keys to the building were handed over to the construction company.
This is an important investment in our local justice system, giving residents access to a state-of-the-art courthouse designed specifically to improve services and facilities for all court users.
The company expects to employ hundreds of local people across the duration of the renovation.
The project will increase the number of courtrooms from four to six including two trial courts, two local courts and two tribunal rooms.
The upgrade will more than double the footprint of the courthouse from 1,535 to 3,655 square metres including a new twostorey courthouse next to the current facility.
Construction is expected to be completed in early 2016.
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DEFENCE IN WAGGA WAGGA. The Wagga Wagga community has benefited, economically and culturally, from having the RAAF Base and Blamey Barracks located in the city. The military presence from all three Services bring a rich mix of talented individuals, families and visitors, who make a contribution financially and socially to our city. Defence not only provide players, coaches and supporters for local sporting teams and performers for a range of musical performances, but also assistance in times of emergency, such as recent fires and flooding events. They are well known when it comes to fundraising for charities and supporting local causes.
RAAF BASE WAGGA WE PREPARE RAAF Base Wagga has been an integral part of the local Wagga Wagga community since 1940 and is located on traditional Wiradjuri land. From its early beginning in 1940, RAAF Base Wagga has become a very important part of Air Force and the local Wagga Wagga community and it is good to remember that my people have walked and lived and loved these lands for many thousands of years before that time. RAAF Wagga delivers technical and non-technical initial employment and
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postgraduate training that is fundamental to the delivery of military air and space power in support of national objectives. With Air Force recruit training conducted here, all airmen and airwomen experience the region, which forms a significant part of their Service experience. This is why RAAF Base Wagga is referred to as ‘The home of the Airman’ and why we proudly claim that Air Power begins here in Wiradjuri Country. At any time, RAAF Base Wagga has over 1000 students/trainees or recruits on base. Approximately 700 are here for 12 months or more. These trainees and their families integrate into the Wagga community through clubs, schools and local organisations. RAAF Base Wagga instructional staff and their families, up to 300 families, are also a part of the Wagga community. RAAF Base Wagga attracts visitors for the regular Graduation parades, short training courses, reunions and permanent historic memorials, including many visitors to the RAAF Wagga Heritage Centre. For further information visit www.raafbasewagga.com.au
the largest employing sector in Wagga Wagga is Defence at over 5 per cent of the total workforce.
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ARMY RECRUIT TRAINING CENTRE KAPOOKA THE 1ST RECRUIT TRAINING BATTALION As with most Units in the Australian Defence Force, the Army Recruit Training Centre, fondly nicknamed the ‘Home of the Soldier’, has a rich and unique history which dates back as far as 1942. The barracks was named after Sir Thomas Blamey, who was born in Wagga Wagga in 1884, one of Australia’s most distinguished soldiers and the only Australian ever to hold the rank of Field Marshal. The soldiers produced here are recognised as being amongst the best in the world and every recruit marching out of training from Kapooka should be justifiably proud of their achievement, whether that be as part of the 35 day Reserve Recruit Training Course or the 80 day Army Recruit Course.
Annually over 20,000 people, friends and families of recruits, visit Wagga for the March Out Parade function. This provides a considerable boost to the hospitality sector in the Riverina. For further information visit www.kapookamarchoutguide.com.au www.kapookachronicle.com.au
ECONOMIC CONTRIBUTION BY DEFENCE TO WAGGA WAGGA The operation of the Defence bases generates, an estimated $400 million, with flow-on effects of $185 million, giving an estimated total contribution of over half a billion dollars. This represents nearly 10 per cent of the value of total output. Household income generated by the operation of the bases is estimated to be $91 million, with flow-on effects of $46 million, giving an estimated total household income contribution of $137 million. This represents 6.8 per cent of total household income in the Wagga LGA. The local construction industry and associated sub-contractors in all trades have been a beneficiary with the Major Capital Works projects that are currently being implemented, including the Enhanced Land Force (ELF) Project at Kapooka, the National Training Area and Ranges Improvement Program (NTARIP) at Kapooka and Base Redevelopment Works at RAAF Base Wagga. The presence of the Defence bases provides other contributions to Wagga Wagga which are not accounted for explicitly. These include support for community services, such as education, health facilities and participation in the rental housing market.
JOBS AND EMPLOYMENT According to figures from Wagga Wagga City Council and AEC Group the largest employing sector in Wagga Wagga is Defence at over 5 per cent of the total workforce.
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Direct employment is estimated to be 1,254 jobs, with flow-on effects of 722 jobs, giving an estimated total of 1,976 jobs. This represents 5.3 per cent of total employment.
TOURISM The Defence bases bring significant numbers of visitors to the area and with them a significant economic contribution. It is estimated that Defence-related visitors spend $7.6 million in Wagga Wagga each year. This expenditure will also have flowon effects to the Wagga Wagga economy as it induces further expenditure on goods and services. Recent research by Tourism Research Australia (2012) values tourism’s total output multiplier at 1.92, meaning that for every dollar tourism earns directly, it adds another 92 cents to other parts of the economy. This means that an additional $6.8 million would be added to other sectors of the Wagga Wagga economy
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WAGGA WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTRE SUCCESSFUL COMMUNITY CAMPAIGN FUNDS PURCHASE OF NEW BUILDING FOR THE WAGGA WOMEN’S HEALTH CENTRE
Less than two years after the WWHC launched its ambitious community fundraising appeal to purchase permanent accommodation a new building has been acquired at 22 Peter Street. Having secured close to $500,000, additional funding of around $20,000 is still required to assist with out of pocket expenses involved with the move. The WWHC is a non government organisation which has been operating for more than 35 years providing counselling, support, referral, community education, community development and social action services to the women of Wagga Wagga and surrounding districts. Issues addressed include violence against women (including domestic violence and sexual assault), grief and loss, relationships, stress, depression, anxiety, isolation and other practical needs of women. The WWHC conducts the only freely available specialist program for women who are adult survivors of child sexual assault in Wagga Wagga and surrounding districts. Community support for the Centre from local organisations is continuing with Alatalo Brothers, a Golden Donor to the project, offering its services to help with painting, carpeting and other maintenance requirements for the building. PlastaMasta Wagga is also assisting with sound proofing materials for the building. Bunnings has also offered support for the upgrade of the building. It is expected to be fully operational and ready for service provision by February 2015. Helen Mundy, President of the WWHC Management Committee said that the generosity and community support for the Centre had been overwhelming. “Our local community has been extremely generous in volunteering time and resources to ensure that the WWHC can continue its important work in our community,” she said. “The community has helped us host movie nights, raffles, dinners, auctions, and a range of special events including a community gala concert and a special dinner hosted by Her Excellency Marie Bashir, Governor of NSW.”
Other supporters have included the Golden Gown Committee, Rules Club Wagga, Round Table Mediations, Sureway, Walsh & Blair, TAFE NSW Riverina Institute, the Riverina Hotel, the Blessed Bean, Confetti, Rendezvous Hair Design, Blarney Stone Works, Portia Beauty, Wagga Inner Beauty, the Farrer Hotel Wagga, Bunnings, Creaghe Lisle Solicitors, Hartwigs Trucks, Belisi Equine Park, the Junee Abattoir, Lifeplanner Financial Services, the Committee for Wagga, Paper Pear, Housing Industry Australia [Wagga Branch] Harefield Wines, NRMA, First Attraction Clothing, Middlemost Designs, Scooter Flowers, Rundles Auctions, Woolworths, The Oakroom, Treasury Wines, Forum 6 Cinemas, and Commins Hendricks. Many individual donations have also been received from the community.
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“We even had a steer auctioned for our benefit which raised $12,000.” The Wagga RSL Club donated more than $75,000 to the initiative and the NSW Government has also provided a grant of $100,000 to assist the Centre with its purchase of the new building. Regional Express Airlines, Wagga Wagga City Council, Beyond Bank and the Kapooka Army Recruit Training Centre also made substantial contributions to the project.
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WAGGA BUSINESS MAGAZINE The next edition of Wagga Business Matters will be published mid 2015. A valuable opportunity to promote your business to thousands of potential customers in Wagga and beyond. Delivered to business owners, managers and people who make purchasing decisions about your goods and services. It will be printed and distributed to most businesses throughout Wagga also available online at Waggabusiness.com.au. Delivered to your mail box on our monthly e-newsletter sign up to receive the latest Wagga Business news, views and events WAGGABUSINESS.COM.AU everything that anybody needs to know about something in Wagga Wagga.
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1000 Air Force staff and trainees based in Wagga many of whom bring their families. 250 NEW families each year who need to know about your shop, restaurant or service. 2000 Visiting Air Force staff on various courses throughout the year. 2500 friends and relatives attend the graduation parades every year who need somewhere to stay and somewhere to eat. Communicate directly with these potential customers when they are planning their trip.
The magazine will be their guide and introduction to Wagga Wagga. Do you provide a Defence discount or special offer? This is your opportunity to target this high spending demographic with disposable income. Welcome Defence personnel and their families to your business and Wagga Wagga.
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This year the Army Recruit Training Centre (ARTC) will publish another high quality, full colour publication which will be delivered directly to the families of graduating soldiers at the Kapooka Army Barracks.
KAPOOKA MARCH OUT GUIDE Tag Publishing is working with ARTC to broaden the appeal of staying in the Riverina by including photographs, editorial and useful information about our city, things to see and do, how to get here and places to eat out. This year 5,000 copies will be produced and mailed directly to the graduating soldiers families across Australia. Nearly every week approximately 100 soldiers march out of Kapooka with each soldier bringing on average 4 guests. This represents a huge target market for the hospitality industry in the Riverina.
This publication will give you the opportunity to communicate directly with them about your business whilst they are planning their visit. The guide will include the following sections: • • • • • • •
Getting to and from the Riverina Accommodation Entertainment; what to see and do Places to eat and drink Calendar of Events Local Maps The administrative mechanism of the March Out itself ......plus more local information Your opportunity to target 20,000 friends and families of Defence personnel who visit Wagga for the March Out each year. They are all looking for somewhere to stay, places to eat, things to see and do. By including your business in this publication you can communicate directly with these potential customers whilst they are planning their trip. Contact Colin on 0423 449 456 colin@tagpublishing.com.au
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