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COMMUNITY
MAY, 2017
WODONGA TO WELCOME QUEEN’S BATON CityLife is Wodonga Council’s monthly publication and is delivered around Wodonga. Approximately 17,000 copies are printed each month by Newsprinters, Shepparton. CityLife is delivered by Australia Post. CONTACT US Office: 104 Hovell St, Wodonga Post: PO Box 923, Wodonga, VIC 3689 Phone: (02) 6022 9300 Fax: (02) 6022 9346 Email: info@wodonga.vic.gov.au Website: wodonga.vic.gov.au
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Council meetings are open to the public and are usually held on the third Monday of the month. The next meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 15. Meetings are held in the council chambers, level two, city offices, 104 Hovell St, Wodonga and commence at 6pm. Agendas can be downloaded from the council’s website the Friday prior to the meeting.
Baranduda Community Centre 3 Sage Court, Baranduda (Mon to Fri, 9am to 3pm) Belgrade Ave Community Centre 12 Belgrade Ave, Wodonga (Mon to Fri, 9am to 3pm) Felltimber Community Centre 189 Melrose Dr, Wodonga (Weekdays, 9am to 3pm) The Cube Wodonga 118 Hovell St, Wodonga Mon to Fri, 10am to 4pm Wodonga Library 126 Hovell St, Wodonga (Mon to Fri, 10am to 5.30pm, Sat 9am to noon) CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Interested in applying for a position with the council? Register your details at wodonga.vic.gov. au/vacancies to receive job alerts about current vacancies. SUSTAINABILITY CityLife is printed on recycled paper, which is made up of 20 to 40 per cent of recycled fibre from old newspapers. It can also be re-added to newsprint production as a recycled fibre after use.
ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COUNTRY In the spirit of reconciliation, Wodonga Council acknowledges the traditional owners of this land on which it stands, and pays its respects to their Elders past, present and future, for they hold the memories, the traditions and the culture of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. CITYLIFE ONLINE Read and share CityLife online at wod.city/CurrentCityLife To subscribe to the online version, register at wod.city/wod-enews. CITYWATCH Pay any council bill or report a problem online 24/7 with our mobilefriendly service CityWatch: wod.city/WC-CityWatch
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Local legends are being called on to carry the Queen’s Baton in Wodonga as it prepares to host the Queen’s Baton Relay. The eyes of the Commonwealth will be on Wodonga on Thursday, February 15, 2018 as the Baton journeys towards its final destination, the Gold Coast 2018 Commonwealth Games (GC2018) Opening Ceremony on April 4, 2018. Across Australia about 3800 batonbearers are needed to share the dream of the ‘friendly Games’ as part of the QBR. As a community nomination program, this offers the people of Wodonga and the surrounding region an opportunity to carry the Baton. Batonbearers are people of all abilities who inspire others to be great. They will represent a community with pride and showcase to the world the region’s community leaders, sporting stars and local heroes.
Setting off in Australia on December 25, 2017, the Baton will travel for 100 days to connect with as many people as possible in every state and territory. The Queen’s Baton carries a message from Her Majesty The Queen through the entire Commonwealth. The Games are declared officially open when the message is read aloud. The baton will travel through every Commonwealth nation and territory on its way to Australia. Until May 15, 2017, anyone can nominate a person who inspires them to be great. Nominations can be made at gc2018.com/qbr GC2018 are looking for people who: • Have achieved something extraordinary or inspired others to achieve something extraordinary; or, • Have made a significant contribution to either sport, education, the arts, culture, charity or within
their community; or, • Have excelled, or aspire to excel athletically or personally; or, • Contribute to a fun, friendly, vibrant and inclusive community; and • Are at least 10 years old as at December 25, 2017; and, • Are an Australian citizen or lawfully entitled to reside in Australia during the Relay period (December 25, 2017 to April 4, 2018). “We’re delighted to be a part of an event that will take Wodonga to the world and I encourage you to nominate a local legend you think deserves to be a batonbearer, whether they’re an aspiring young person or someone who is already accomplished,” Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie said. “The Queen’s Baton Relay is a rare opportunity to shine a light on the people and places that help make our community truly great.”
NOMINATE AT gc2018.com/qbr
Living well with muscle, bone conditions Albury Wodonga Health is hosting a seminar for people living with muscle, bone and joint conditions to help them manage their daily lives.
the importance of keeping physically active, postural awareness, body mechanics, and the concept of ‘hurt versus harm’.
The seminar on Thursday, May 25, will share strategies to manage pain and fatigue. Speakers include local physiotherapists and occupational therapists who will also speak about
The seminar has been organised with local peer support groups from MOVE (formerly Arthritis and Osteoporosis Victoria), JAM Support Group and Water Action Group Society.
Family, friends, and other interested community members are also welcome to attend. It will run from 1pm to 3.30pm at Wodonga Bowling Club ($5 per head including afternoon tea). Bookings essential RSVP by Monday, May 22 to programs@move.org.au
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AWARDS APPLAUD WODONGA’S YOUTH The RED Carpet Youth Awards were launched in April, with nominations to celebrate young people who strengthen Wodonga being called by Friday, June 2. When Breanna Armstrong was nominated last year, she wondered at first if they had the right person.
Army in freedom of entry parade The Army Logistic Training Centre will exercise its Freedom of Entry to the City of Wodonga with a parade down High St this month.
granting freedom of entry to a city is a privilege extended only to military units and only those that have a close relationship with the city.
The Freedom of Entry originates from a custom observed by British regiments marching through London.
The Army Logistic Training Centre was granted Freedom of Entry to the City in 2001, and exercised that right in 2007.
The modern custom of
The parade will take place
New path the missing link Walkers, shoppers, parents with prams and dog-owners will be delighted that a missing piece of Wodonga’s footpath network is dropping into place, with a new footpath to be built along Chapple St. The footpath will link the older parts of east Wodonga and the White Box Rise precinct including the shops, school and Wodonga Aquatic Venue and Exercise Space (WAVES). Flagged as a principal pedestrian link in the Wodonga Integrated Transport Study, the footpath will be complete in May (weather permitting). It will include a dog-friendly bridge over Jack in the Box Creek, a spot that can at times be very busy and crowded.
Females in sport workshop Local sporting clubs are invited to a workshop to increase the number of women and girls involved in sport. Women and Girls in Sport is a workshop run by Sports Community, an organisation whose goal is to empower sports clubs and build stronger communities. The session will provide clubs with a range of strategies to increase the number of females playing sport including active participation, making facilities safe and femalefriendly, and increasing media coverage. It will be held on Monday, May 8, from 6pm to 8pm at WAVES. If you, your committee, players or any other volunteers would like to attend, please RSVP at clubdevelopmentworkshop. eventbrite.com.au, or for more information phone April Lampe on (02) 6022 9705 or email alampe@wodonga.vic.gov.au ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES
at noon on Saturday, May 20, with the majority of the Army Logistic Training Centre taking part to demonstrate their military skills to the community. It will be supported by the Australian Army Band Kapooka and the Wodonga Brass Band to show its appreciation of the city’s support.
“I try to be a good example for the little kids I coach… I know they all look up to what I do,” said Breanna, who balances Year 12 studies at Wodonga Catholic College with coaching and playing basketball. Erin McIntosh – a 2016 finalist in the Performing Arts category for her outstanding contribution to local music and drama – said the awards are a way to acknowledge all the awesome things people are doing in the community. Since the awards began nine years ago, they have continued to shine the
light on young people aged between 14 and 24 years who work, live, study or volunteer in Wodonga. In 2017 the awards will recognise young people across nine categories including individual community service, sport and recreation volunteer, young carer, apprentice/trainee, endurance/persistence, advocacy and action, performing art and music, visual arts/media, and the penultimate award of youth ambassador. Many local businesses are providing valuable sponsorship. Nominations close on Friday, June 2, 2017. (Cover photo: RED Carpet committee members Jye McBurnie, Storm Cruden and Marnie Donnellan)
NOMINATE AT wodonga.vic.gov.au/rca
Community pulls together during storm clean-up The community was out in force in the days after the severe storm at the end of March, with many instances of neighbours helping neighbours.
the council’s outdoor crews continued to clean up the many damaged trees and limbs on roads, footpaths, parks and reserves across the city.
More than 200 calls were made to the SES after the 20-minute storm cell left a trail of damage through Wodonga and Indigo, including 1700 Wodonga households that were left without power.
Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie said council staff used a ‘make safe approach’ where the most dangerous incidents were prioritised and attended to first.
Wodonga Council supported the SES in the first line of response, making sure any residents that were at risk had been evacuated and had somewhere to stay, being on standby to set up relief centres if needed, securing roofs and buildings that were damaged, and attending to fallen powerlines and trees. When a large tree fell across live power lines, council crews made the site safe for both the public and all emergency response personnel. After the initial response,
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“What a great team effort and response – well done. I would also like to thank the community for your assistance, your understanding and your patience – everyone really came together,” she said.
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YOUR COUNCIL
Preschool open days
MAY, 2017
YOUR SAY ON HOW WE PLAY
A two-hour parking limit is now in place in the Vermont St area, including from Brockley St to Wilson St.
If you’re not sure which preschool to send your child, why not come along to one of the following preschool open days?
It comes in response to a petition presented to the council earlier this year regarding congestion in the area.
This will give you an opportunity to see the preschool programs, view the facilities and have a chat to staff before making your final decision.
The council moved a motion at its March meeting to apply twohour parking in the area to be enforced by local laws officers and to review it over the next six months.
• Tuesday, June 13: Southern Rise Children’s Centre and Stanley St Preschool • Wednesday, June 14: Jamieson Court Preschool and Southern Rise Children’s Centre • Thursday, June 15: Belgrade Ave Preschool and Felltimber Children’s Centre • Friday, June 16: Baranduda Preschool Parents and children are welcome to visit the centres on these days between 9.30am and 11.30am. For more information, please phone Wodonga Council on (02) 6022 9300 or email sburgess@ wodonga.vic.gov.au
MORE INFORMATION wod.city/OurPreschools
CHANGES TO VERMONT ST PARKING
ACACIA CAR PARK AND TOILET BLOCK WORKS Wodonga Council’s Playometer is being cranked up again for a new round of playground consultations. The online tool is an online calculator for designing and building playgrounds, and was first rolled out last year. It allows you to ‘spend’ money from your allocated budget, choosing what you would ideally install from a range of contemporary play equipment. Under the council’s playground strategy, playgrounds that are due for refurbishment undergo a review to ensure that
facilities continue to meet community needs. “Wodonga Council is committed to providing high quality play spaces in our city,” Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie said. “Before any major changes are made to these play spaces, we want your feedback on how the playgrounds are used – both now and in the future.” Information sessions have been held in West Wodonga, or you can attend one on Saturday, May 6 at: • Simon Lane Park, Baranduda, from 9am to
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10am; or, John Potter Park, Cambourne Park Estate, from 10.30am to 11.30am.
Wodonga Council is seeking feedback on Max Beck Park, Ernest Condon Corridor, Herb Harris, Simon Lane and John Potter parks. A full list of Playometers can be found via our website. Feedback closes at 5pm on Monday, May 15.
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Works have begun on the Acacia Car Park, between High and Hume streets. The car park will be resealed and the lighting will be enhanced to increase safety in the area. Asphalting will be undertaken in mid-May. The works will also see the present toilet block demolished. A replacement facility will be sited in a new location in the coming weeks.
MAYOR CR ANNA SPEEDIE
CR KAT BENNETT
CR LIBBY HALL
CR DANNY LOWE
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0466 731 179 kbennett@wodonga.vic.gov.au
0466 731 180 lhall@wodonga.vic.gov.au
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CR RON MILDREN
CR TIM QUILTY
CR JOHN WATSON
0466 731 182 rmildren@wodonga.vic.gov.au
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NEXT COUNCIL MEETING The next meeting is scheduled for May 15. Council meetings are open to the public. Meetings are held in the council chambers, level two, city offices, 104 Hovell St, Wodonga and commence at 6pm. Agendas can be downloaded from the council’s website the Friday prior to the meeting. 4
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What's on? M AY TO J U N E
FReeZA Push Start Comp Friday, June 2 6pm until late The Cube Wodonga
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Come and watch local musicians battle it out on stage as they give their all to progress to the regional finals. FReeZA Push Start Comp is an all-ages, free event. Drug, alcohol and smoke-free event. No pass-outs and fully-supervised (doors close 8.30pm). Enquiries: (02) 6022 300 or slampe@wodonga.vic.gov.au facebook.com/wodongayouth Cost: Free
BONEGILLA MIGRANT EXPERIENCE
CITY OF WODONGA WORKSHOPS
Bonegilla Sunday Roast FIND US To Junction Place Belvoir Park Gateway Lakes
THE CUBE WODONGA WODONGA LIBRARY ARTS SPACE WODONGA
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Enquiries: (02) 6020 6912 Bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets Optional 11am tour cost: Adults $11, children $9, family $30 Lunch: Adults $35, children $20
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Celebrate the traditional roast and learn about the migrants’ first thoughts of an Australian menu. Join the 11am guided tour to explore the site. Then find your place, just like the migrants did, on a communal table for lunch at 12.30pm. Bookings essential.
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MURRAY CONSERVATORIUM PRESENTS
Back to Life Tribute to the Lost Legends of Music Saturday, May 27, 7pm The Cube Wodonga
JOHN LIDGERWOOD AND STYLE MUSIC THEATRE PRESENT
Burt Bacharach Magic Moments Tribute Tour Friday, May 19, 10am The Cube Wodonga Come and enjoy this tribute show featuring San Jose Band and specialist cover singers performing Bacharach’s most popular hits, such as I say a little prayer, That’s what friends are for, Close to you, What the world needs now, Walk on by, Raindrops, and more! Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 Tickets: $19, members $15 (includes morning tea)
Paying tribute to some of our recently lost legends of music such as David Bowie, Michael Jackson, Amy Winehouse and Prince. This evening of fantastic music will be brought to you by the contemporary rock and orchestral ensembles of the Murray Conservatorium. Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 Tickets: $25 Members $19 Children $5 Concession $20
Movies that Matter Wednesday, June 7, 6pm The Cube Wodonga
CAMBODIA'S DAUGHTERS BY HELEN NEWMAN Cambodia is a country still traumatised by the brutal regime of Pol Pot. Incredible poverty means children and young adults are often sold for sex. This film explores the forces that make escape from the industry virtually impossible.
MY HOME (APNA GHAR) BY HELEN NEWMAN As a young man confronted by the desperate vulnerability of India’s ‘Railway Children’, Ravi Manas has dedicated his life to working with them. Filmed in the slums along India’s vast railway network, Apna Ghar documents the work of a man who has unwavering faith in the possibility of positive change. Q & A with the filmaker Helen Newman after the showings. Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 Free entry: Register at thecubewodonga.com.au Gold coin donation to Connecting Hands and Children of Mother Earth
MELBOURNE THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS
Melbourne Talam by Rashma N.Kalsie Thursday, June 1, 1pm The Cube Wodonga Three young people see each other across a crowded city station. They just missed the train. Now they wait. They think about home: Punjab, Delhi, Hyderabad. And how they just can’t seem to get the city’s talam – its rhythm – right. A timely and vibrant new work that’s both poignant and full of humour. Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 Tickets: $15, members/students $10, teachers free
WODONGA LIBRARY
Crafternoons WORKSHOP
Lego Club Monday, May 8 and 22 4pm to 5pm Wodonga Library
Saturday, May 13 and June 10 2pm to 4pm Wodonga Library
Can you build anything out of Lego? Then this club is for you. Join in on the fortnightly challenges to see if you are a master builder. Bookings essential.
Have you got a crafting project you need help with, or perhaps looking to try something new? Come and have a chat and cuppa to share ideas, get inspired and make friends. Bring along your own project or try one of ours.
Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9330 Age: 7+ Cost: Free
Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330 Age: Adult Cost: Free
Tinker Team: Term 2 WORKSHOP Monday, May 1, then every second Monday during school term 4pm to 5.30pm Wodonga Library
Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9330 Ages: 10 to 15 years Cost: Free
Get hands-on with technology in the library’s after school maker space. Develop the techniques to start creating your own projects. Learn about programming, robotics, design and electronics. Bookings essential.
National Simultaneous Storytime
Young Writers
Wednesday, May 24 11am Wodonga Library National Simultaneous Storytime celebrates an Australian written and illustrated picture book that is read simultaneously in libraries, preschools, childcare centres and family homes around the country each year. Join us to hear this year’s book The Cow Tripped Over the Moon, written by Tony Wilson and illustrated by Laura Wood.
Thursday, May 11 and 25 4pm to 5pm Wodonga Library
Enquires: (02) 6022 9330 Cost: Free
WORKSHOP
Want to write? Young Writers invites students of all abilities and interests to take part in some fun writing challenges. No bookings required. Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330 Age: 10 to 15 years Cost: Free
Tech Sessions
Manga and Anime Club
WORKSHOP
FA N G R O U P
Friday, May 5 and 19 10am to noon Wodonga Library IT classes held at the Wodonga Library. Check out the website for topics and go along with the willingness to learn something new. Bookings essential. Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9330 Cost: Free
Thursday, May 18 5.30pm to 7.30pm Wodonga Library A monthly meet up for teen fans of Japanese pop-culture. Join other enthusiasts to discuss your favourite shows and books. No bookings required. Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330 Cost: $5 for pizza Age: High school
ARTS SPACE WODONGA
Music in the Gallery Wednesday, May 10, 10.30am to noon Arts Space Wodonga Presented in conjunction with Murray Conservatorium, the gallery comes alive with local talent from our region, followed by a light morning tea. See Stepen O'Connell and Wayne Robinson - saxophone and keyboard. Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600 Bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au Cost: $5 per person, $20 schools (class), $30 group booking
Inside Out Recent and new works by four regional artists Friday, June 2 to Saturday, June 24 This group exhibition will feature painting, sculpture and photography by artists from North East Victoria and the Border including Stephen Anderson, Peter O’Dwyer, Ken Raff and Eric Saros. Deeply concerned about local, national and global disconnection from the diminishing natural environment, their love of the bush, the urban environment, and all that is good about being human, is the glue that holds these men (and their exhibition) together. Peter O'Dwyer Workshops: Monday, June 5 to Friday June 23, 10am to 3pm Don’t miss these fantastic sculpture and painting workshops for schools. Bookings essential. Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9600 Cost: $50 per school group Left: Peter O’Dwyer, Me My Muse, 2015, charcoal and conte on paper, 550 x 750mm Right: Eric Saros, The Dancer, 2016, photographic digital print on paper, 480 x 340mm
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C A F E C U LT U R E SERIES Sunday, May 14, 5pm Arts Space Wodonga Songs of criminal women and convict men, treachery and transportation, dragged out of the songbooks, ripped apart, then lovingly put back together as a reminder that our history never leaves us. Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 Tickets: $27.50, members $22, all at the door, $30
ARTS SPACE WODONGA FOR KIDS
Art Buzz Creative visual art workshops for little hands that relate to the current exhibition. Every Friday in Victorian school terms 10.30am to 11.30am, Arts Space Wodonga Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600 Ages: Three to five years Cost: $5 per family
The Art of Cheese Making Saturday, May 6 10am to noon or 1pm to 3pm Bonegilla Migrant Experience Join us in learning the steps of cheese making from the region’s master, Anna-Kate Pizzini. Be taken through the process required to make your own halloumi cheese and learn the skills to try it yourself at home. Enquiries: (02) 6020 6912 Bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets Cost: $45
Fungi Workshop: More than Mushrooms Saturday, June 3 10am to 4pm Bonegilla Migrant Experience Fungi are much more than mushrooms! Explore the diversity and curiosities of the fungi kingdom, specific to our region, but also within wider Australian and European contexts. Enquiries: (02) 6020 6912 Bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets Cost: $95, Cube members $90 (includes lunch)
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MAY, 2017
IN BRIEF STREETLIGHT ROLLOUT Contractors have begun the LED streetlight replacement program.
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An owner builder is someone who carries out building work on his or her own land. Owner builders take on many of the responsibilities of a registered builder including:
The changeover of a streetlight involves a single elevated work platform with two to three crew members.
• Obtaining permits;
It takes less than five minutes to replace a streetlight, so any disruptions to traffic flow should be minimal.
• Scheduling, supervising and/or carrying out building work themselves; • Ensuring the work meets all relevant building regulations, standards and other laws; and,
Residents’ cars can remain parked on streets but the council encourages motorists to avoid parking directly under streetlights to assist in the efficient rollout of the program.
• Arranging the appropriate building inspections and the final or occupancy certificate at completion of the works.
DO YOU USE BPAY VIEW? Wodonga Council is able to issue rate notices via BPay View directly to your personal internet banking portal. Register through your internet banking site. If you register before the notices go out then you will receive the notice directly into your internet banking site and will receive a notification either via SMS or email to say it is available for viewing. RATES NOTICES EMAILED The facility is available for the council to issue rate notices as a pdf document to the nominated email address provided by any ratepayer. If you wish to use this method and not have your notice posted, please contact the Customer Focus team on (02) 6022 9300 to provide the email address. E-NEWSLETTERS Wodonga Council has a range of newsletters to keep you up-to-date on things that interest you. wod.city/enews ALTERNATE ROUTES Motorists can cut travel time and avoid traffic congestion by using the ring road network. wod.city/ AltRoutesMarch2015
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Community organisations and individuals are urged to apply for the latest round of Wodonga Council’s Community Impact Grants.
also help create a vibrant community through events, nurture the environment, and showcase Wodonga’s artistic abilities.
(to encourage people with a disability to express themselves using non-verbal communication through dance).
As well as empowering people to grow ideas in an innovative and creative way, the grants are intended to strengthen programs and services that meet a local community need, and encourage people to volunteer or participate in their community.
Previous grants that have made a real impact in our community include Wodonga Men’s Shed (an organisation working to prevent social isolation amongst men).
Grants of up to $5,000 are available for initiatives by community groups and notfor-profit organisations in the categories of building stronger communities, environmental sustainability, community events, and arts and culture.
The grants allow the community to drive innovative ways to address social and health issues such as obesity, family violence, mental illness and drug and alcohol-related harm. They
Others include Brave Hearts on the Murray and the Warriors Albury Wodonga Dragon Boat club (who hosted dragon boat regattas for the community and schools respectively), Border BMX Club (to provide a venue for a state series event - main photo), and SITE Disability Services
An individual can also apply for a grant for up to $500. Grants close 5pm on Monday, May 22, 2017. APPLY AT wod.city/cigp16-17
As an owner builder, you are required to obtain a certificate of consent from the Victorian Building Authority where the value of works is more than $16,000 in order to obtain a building permit. Obtaining a certificate of consent does not guarantee that you will be issued with a building permit. A building permit will need to be obtained from a registered building surveyor. Note: An owner builder report and associated insurance will be required if you sell your owner built property within six and a half years of completion. For more information, phone the Victorian Building Authority on 1300 815 127 or visit vba.vic.gov.au
Bright and colourful design for youth card Ysolla Togher’s bright and colourful design has been selected to grace the 2017-2018 Albury-Wodonga Youth Connect Card, which will be distributed among more than 14,000 local youth later this month. The 20-year-old self-taught graphic designer, pictured, was pleasantly surprised to win but is excited about the opportunity. “I wanted to create a design that reflected my personality, was fresh and fun, and that also reflected current trends, such as geometric shapes,” she said She also wanted the design to appeal
to all genders, choosing a colour scheme that includes a range of colours like pink, orange, green and blue. The Youth Connect Card contains discounts to various stores located in Albury and Wodonga, plus a directory of contact numbers for young people if they need help or information. It is designed for those aged nine to 24, with the aim to provide them easy access to youth services for health, accommodation, employment and more. FIND OUT MORE wodonga.vic.gov.au/youthconnectcard
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MAY, 2017
MAKE THE MOST OF YOUR GREEN BIN With winter fast approaching, the growth of backyard plants and lawn has begun to slow, leading to less green waste going into our greenlidded organics bin. Wodonga Council Waste Management Co-ordinator Jason Perna said this extra space in green-lidded bins will make way for the range of other items that can be discarded over the cooler months. “Many residents are surprised to learn that the bin can be used for much more than food and garden waste,” he said. “There’s a whole list of other items that people might not immediately identify as organics - from pizza boxes and facial tissues, to newspaper and toilet rolls.” Falling autumn leaves can also be gathered and discarded, along with lint from the clothes dryer as it begins being used more regularly over winter.
“These items are in addition to the common food scraps such as meat, dairy products, fruit and vegetable scraps,” Mr Perna added. Residents are reminded that items such as plastic bags, food packaging, gravel, dirt and ash are not permitted in the organics bin. The contents of the greenlidded bin, which is collected weekly, will eventually become quality compost.
Dairy products
Shredded paper
Food scraps including peels, fruit and vegetables, meat scraps and bones Grass clippings and weeds
Compost is a valuable resource for the agriculture, horticulture and viticulture industry.
Leaves and garden prunings
The three bin system was introduced in Wodonga in June 2015, with a goal to halve the waste going to landfill by 2020.
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For a full A to Z list of what can go in each bin, visit the Wodonga Council website at wodonga.vic.gov.au, halvewaste.com.au or alternatively call Cleanaway on 13 13 39.
Tissues and paper towels
Pension concessions and rates A rate concession is granted to eligible pensioners who have full entitlements for the rating period. This concession increases annually according to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and is shown as a state government concession in the financial area of the rates notice. If you hold a card that
grants you full entitlements and have not received a concession for the property that is your sole place of residence, you need to fill in and return the application form for a rates concession. You must return to us in person at the council’s Hovell St office and bring your card to be sighted. Forms are also available at customer focus. Once completed,
the concession is granted in future years until your circumstances change. Please note: Health Care Card holders are eligible for rebates on certain charges but this does not apply to a rebate on council rates. MORE INFORMATION wodonga.vic.gov.au/rates
Got grandchildren? Get immunised Grandparents and carers of babies less than six months are urged to come to an immunisation session if you haven’t been immunised within the past 10 years. Immunisation is a safe and effective way of protecting our community against harmful disease, including the flu. All relatives and carers of young babies need to have a current Boostrix vaccine (diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough) – free for parents and $40 for grandparents. You may also choose to get the flu vaccine.
The council can also immunise workplaces with 10 or more staff for a fee. Influenza can significantly impact workplace, and costs businesses considerable amounts of money each year due to absenteeism, interruptions to service delivery and reduced productivity. For information and bookings phone the council’s immunisation team on 1800 655 360. IMMUNISATION DATES wod.city/immunisation
CALLING ALL LOCAL MUSICIANS! Will you be the next big artist to come from the Border? If you are 21 years or under and live, work or play in Wodonga and want to showcase your musical talent – then we want to hear from you! FReeZA Push Start is Wodonga’s annual event showcasing the city’s talented young musicians. The competition is open to all genres, soloists, duos or groups and is now taking applications. You can compete for the chance to win great prizes and progress to the regional finals. The event is held at The Cube Wodonga in June, with crowds exceeding 300 young people. Applications close at 5pm on Friday, May 12, 2017 APPLY NOW facebook.com/wodongayouth
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WHAT’S ON
MAY, 2017
PROGRAM FOR EMERGING LEADERS
OPEN GALLERIES BRING MESSAGE OF PEACE Artworks on display in the Open Galleries light boxes on the northern wall of Wodonga Library are by a young local artist who brings a message of peace.
Applications are now open for the 2017 New and Emerging Communities Leadership Program.
Local emerging artist Rebecca Egan was inspired by a video of a father comforting his son after the Paris terror attacks. Her resulting artworks titled ‘Paris, war and flowers’, feature images of a landmine, fist and bomber.
This free community program, funded by the Victorian Government, provides an outstanding opportunity for migrants and refugees to build leadership skills and capacity.
“All the flowers featured in the artworks are symbols of negativity with messages of sorrow, heartlessness, shame, change, grief and death,” said Rebecca, who used red exploding from the landmine because it creates blood, purple with the fist for bruising, and blue with the plane to represent the sky.
Held in Wodonga from May to August, participants will: • Develop leadership skills and confidence; • Grow networks in government, business and community sectors; • Gain insights and leadership experiences from community leaders; • Engage in a group community project; • Work with a mentor; and, • Learn with a diverse group of people committed to making a difference.
Rebecca began her creative journey at a young age, drawing unique little pet shop characters and random manga characters. Then after studying at the Wodonga Flexible Learning Centre, she developed her current style of drawing bugs, flowers and skulls in watercolour and fineliner pen.
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She also studied watercolour
painting, lino printing and screen printing. Her art in Open Galleries is the result of her final works submitted for the Year 12 studio arts assessment. Rebecca is the second artist whose work has been displayed in Open Galleries. Wodonga Council commissioned the light boxes in 2016 so local artists had an open gallery to display their artwork in a public space, and rotates the work every three months. This gives artists the opportunity to create a unique artistic statement in a high visibility area.
What’s on at your community centres Felltimber Community Centre
189 Melrose Drive (cnr Melrose Dve and Felltimber Creek Rd), Office open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, (02) 6043 4550, cfelltimber@wodonga.vic.gov.au, facebook.com/Felltimbercc
Bongo Beats for Adults Thursdays weekly to June 29, 4.30pm to 5.30pm, $10 per adult
Boxing for Fitness Eight to 12 years - in partnership with PCYC Albury Mondays weekly to June 26 (excluding public holidays), 5pm to 6pm, $6 per session or $54 for nine-week term Laughter Yoga with Colleen Templeman Thursdays weekly to June 29, 9.30am to 10am, Gold coin donation
Closing the gap on information technology (it) Thursdays weekly to June 29, 2.15pm to 3pm, $5 per session
Mosaic Creations Three Mondays from May 1 to 15, 9am to noon OR 12.30pm to 3.30pm, $80 for three week program
Community Cooking Wednesdays weekly to June 28, 5pm to 7pm, Free
Relaxation Meditation Sundays, May 7, June 4 and July 2, 11am to 3pm, Free
Craft’n’Cuppa Fridays weekly to June 30, 12.30pm to 2.30pm, Gold coin donation
Tai Chi for health and relaxation Tuesdays weekly to June 27, 5.30pm to 6.30pm, Thursdays weekly from April 20 to June 29, 10am to 11am
ECHO bongo sessions Thursdays weekly to June 29, 4pm to 4.30pm, $5 per session Grandparents knowhow Thursdays weekly to June 29, 4pm to 4.30pm, $5 per session Cooking Creations Fridays weekly to May 19, 1pm to 3pm, $5 per session
Kids Bootcamp Five to eight years - in partnership with PCYC Albury, Mondays weekly to June 26, (excluding public holidays), 4pm to 5pm, $6 per session or $54 for nine-week term
Scrabble Club First and third Thursdays of the month - May 4 and 18, June 1 and 15, 5pm to 8pm, Gold coin donation Resilience and Anti-Bullying Workshop For Parents Thursday, May 4, 6.30pm to 8.30pm, Free Biggest Morning Tea - In the afternoon! Thursday, May 25, 2.30pm to 3.30pm, Donation to Cancer Council and a plate of food to share Are you doing your deb? A selection of dresses can be loaned for your deb, wedding or special function.
Baranduda Community Centre 3 Sage Crt, Office open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, (02) 6020 8643, cbaranduda@wodonga.vic.gov.au, facebook.com/Barandudacc
Sip and Plant Friday, May 12, 6.30pm, $20 BYO wine
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Tai Chi Tuesdays, 9.30am to 10.30am, $10 per session GoDigi - IT classes for beginners Wednesdays, 10am to 12pm, $2 per session BYG Nights Fridays, May 5 and 19, June 2 and 16, 6pm to 8pm, $10 per session Winter Warmers Four Sundays coming soon, 6.30pm to 8.30pm, $120 for four weeks Engaging Adolescents Tuesdays, May 23, 30 and June 6, 6.30pm to 8.30pm, $50 per person/couple Biggest Morning Tea Thursday, May 25, 9am to 10am, Pop in for a cuppa and cake to raise money for the Cancer Council. Homework Hangout Need to get on top of your homework? Free entry and WiFi. Contact the centre for times. Bell’s Busy Kitchen! Get the most from your Thermomix. Contact the centre for details.
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Local Library Do you have some books sitting in your bookcase that someone may like to read? We are setting up a local library/book swap for Baranduda residents. Swap Box We have a small number of clothes and shoes in our swap box if you know someone who may need them? These clothes are free for all community members. Playgroup Mondays, 9.30am to 11.30am, during school terms Community Early Years Child Care Tuesday to Friday, 7.30am to 5.45pm Immunisations Held at the community centre on the first Thursday of every month. Call the centre for more information.
Belgrade Avenue Community Centre
12 Belgrade Ave, please contact (02) 6043 4550.
Grandparent Playgroup Wednesdays, March 1 to March 29, 9.30am to 11.30am, $3 plus plate of food to share
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This NationalVolunteer Week we celebrate and acknowledge
2017 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR AWARDS to be presented at the
WODONGA VOLUNTEERS FAIR Saturday, May 13, 2017 11.30am to 1.30pm The Cube Wodonga Courtyard Volunteer of the Year Awards presentation Market stalls promoting volunteer opportunities Live music, prizes, face painting and more
Let’s celebrate those people who give so much to our community.