Citylife 2018 (Issue 3 - May)

WODONGA - ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES

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INSIDE YOUR CITYLIFE GETTING PERSONAL 2 ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES MAY, 2018

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CityLife is Wodonga Council’s monthly publication and is delivered around Wodonga.

Approximately 20,000 copies are printed each month

by Newsprinters, Shepparton. CityLife is delivered by Australia Post.

It wasn’t until Jodee Mundy was five years old and lost at Kmart that she realised the rest of her family was Deaf.

She didn’t see ‘disability’ – only the love and protection of those closest to her.

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

Arts Space Wodonga Cnr Lawrence and Hovell St (Mon to Fri, 10am to 5.30pm, Sat 9am to noon)

Council meetings are open to the public and are usually held on the third Monday of the month.

The next meeting is scheduled for May 14.

Meetings are held in the council chambers, ground floor, 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 as a recycled fibre after use.

In Personal, she conveys her experience as the only hearing person in a Deaf family, through a captivating blend of performance, storytelling, multimedia and animation.

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Mundy delves into the contradictions of inhabiting two worlds: living in a Deaf family, where using sign language is natural; and living in a society that sees only the family’s disability with voyeuristic curiosity.

Personal is a smart, touching and deeply personal work exploring disability and how we perceive one another.

Personal will be at The Cube Wodonga on Tuesday, June 5.

Tickets can be purchased online at The Cube Wodonga or by phoning (02) 6022 9311.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT 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.

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A LITTLE BIRD COUNTED A LOT Wodonga Council encouraged residents to participate in the Aussie Backyard Bird Count last October.

And now the stats are in.

Within the municipality: • A total of 4544 individual birds and 142 different species were recorded during the week; • 128 observers participated in the count, submitting 143 checklists; • A total of 4544 individual birds were observed and recorded during the week; • 25 plus people attended a walk and talk with local bird gurus; • The House Sparrow, an introduced species, was the most commonly recorded species. The Magpie was the most common native species; and, • Seven threatened species, all associated with woodland

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habitat that has been extensively cleared, were recorded including the Diamond Firetail, Hooded Robin and Black-eared Cuckoo.

The data provides valuable information that helps to fill gaps in our knowledge about common and urban dwelling bird populations and provides insights about changes in our national bird populations.

For example, observations from Wodonga were among an ‘unprecedented’ 139 records of the stunning Scarlet Honeyeater across Victoria.

The usual tropic dweller has previously been rarely recorded in here. The count results indicate the species in now seeking refuge from drought in the northern states.

The count also indicated a surprising decline in national Kookaburra populations.

Likely reasons for this are the

loss of nesting hollows and possibly reductions in the availability of prey as urban landscapes modify.

The Wodonga Retained Environment Network of reserves, or WREN for short, is playing a critical role in supporting local bird populations as the city grows.

You can also play a role. What you do in your garden can make a difference.

If vegetation in gardens could be managed to provide food and shelter for native bird species, it will provide a valuable secondary habitat for conserving native bird populations.

Visit the Birds in Backyards website birdsinbackyards. net/ for resources on bird identification and tips for encouraging native birds into your own garden.

The national bird count will be back in October.

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ECHIDNAS, BIRDS TAKE CENTRE STAGE The newly reconstructed section of High St opened to traffic last month.

Eye-catching echidnas and a beguiling bird scene are just some of the points of interest that make up the streetscape of the reconstructed High St. How Deep Is … is a lasercut steel silhouette

by Wodonga artist Ken Raff, the artist behind Porta, depicting our relationships with birds.

The piece is located near the entrance to Bond St.

Local dance group 3 Deadly Rivers performs at the opening of the new chamber ahead of the April meeting.

Accessibility key for chamber Wodonga Council officially opened its new chamber at the April council meeting with increased accessibility at the heart of its design.

The chamber is located on the ground floor of council’s Hovell St building.

Delivered by local contractors, the new chamber features a

hearing loop and the latest technology for live streaming.

There are also new public toilets including a disabled toilet.

Two bronze echidnas by celebrated artist Dean Bowen will keep watch over the pedestrian crossing.

The mother, or father, echidna and baby echidna are situated at either end of the crossing on a seat and planter box respectively.

A set of seating banks, designed in the shape of a rail turning triangle, will also be a place of people to pause and gather, with a nod to the city’s rail history. The seating banks, designed by Kylie Bickle, are made from weathered steel, railway sleepers and concrete.

The words Badjerri Yawadi, which in the local Aboriginal dialect means “good talk”, feature on the entrance to the chamber.

TOP LEFT: The entrance to the chamber. ABOVE: Inside the new chamber. BELOW: Art from local Aboriginal artists Marlene Plunkett, Phil Murray and Karen McMillan adorns the walls with the national apology presented to the council by the Wodonga Aboriginal Network. LEFT: A coolamon

by Phil Murray and Tamara Murray depicting the Murray River.

The inclusion of public art and functional pieces was a part of the funding agreement with the Australian Government for the four-year project, with an allocation of $250,000 from the $10 million federal funding for the northern and southern projects.

Ken Raff’s How Deep Is ...

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The council is undertaking a review of the governance frameworks in place at 11 of its recreation precincts.The council is inviting community feedback and talking to user groups, key stakeholders and hirers of the facilities. Key policies and documents to provide the framework and approach for the management and operation of its recreation and community facilities.

Feedback closes May 4.

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Wodonga Council has passed a motion at its April council meeting in support of a three-year extension of the Wodonga Gold Cup Public Holiday until 2021.

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Employees and employers should always refer to their particular employment arrangements to determine how public holidays are treated.

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No shop trading restrictions apply to Melbourne Cup Day or to public holidays appointed in lieu of Melbourne Cup Day.

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Wodonga has had a public holiday on the last Friday of November in lieu of Melbourne Cup since 2014.

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Wodonga Council is proposing five speed limit changes across the city following advice from the Traffic Liaison Committee that considers all matters relating to road safety, including speed limits.

Road safety in the Wodonga community is a significant focus and the review of The Fair Work Commission speed limits is a key factor in has information for employers maintaining high road safety requirements. and employees regarding awards and agreements.

The Victorian Government’s Towards Zero 2016-2020 For more information go to – Victoria’s Road Safety fwc.gov.au Strategy and Action Plan

supports reducing speed limits in high pedestrian and cyclist zones.

The effect of the proposed changes to travel times for each of the proposals can be measured in seconds, however, the positive effect of improved safety for other road users is significant.

The locations covered are: • Huon Creek Rd; • Felltimber Creek Rd; • Kinchington Rd; • Baranduda Boulevard; and, • Lawrence St (West)/ Parkers Rd/Drage Rd.

The Traffic Liaison Committee meeting consists of representatives from the council, VicRoads, Victoria Police and Transport for Victoria.

Following consultation on the proposed changes, the council will make an application to VicRoads for approval to install the required speed limit signage.

Head to Make Wodonga Yours to find out more and provide feedback or see a hard copy of the proposed changes at the council offices, library or community centres.

Wodonga Council is asking for feedback for the updated master plan for Baranduda Fields.

In 2012 the council purchased the Baranduda site, adopting a longterm master plan in 2013.

In 2015-2016 the council undertook detailed planning for the first stage of capital works and a cultural heritage study. As a result, changes to the master plan were identified.

Feedback closes May 4, 2018.

FOR MORE INFORMATION makewodongayours.com.au

MAYOR CR ANNA SPEEDIE

CR KAT BENNETT

CR LIBBY HALL

CR DANNY LOWE

0417 138 938 aspeedie@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0466 731 179 kbennett@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0466 731 180 lhall@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0466 731 181 dlowe@wodonga.vic.gov.au

CR RON MILDREN

CR TIM QUILTY

CR JOHN WATSON

0466 731 182 rmildren@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0466 731 183 tquilty@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0428 325 377 jwatson@wodonga.vic.gov.au

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING The next meeting is scheduled for May 14.

Council meetings are open to the public. Meetings are held in the council chambers, ground floor, 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.

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Wodonga Volunteers Fair Saturday, May 26 11am to 1pm Woodland Grove Come down to Woodland Grove and learn all about local volunteering opportunities at the information stalls. Watch as the Volunteer of the Year Awards are presented and enjoy food and live music too.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9300 Ages: All Free entry

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK

Give a little . Change a lot.

21-27 May 2018

YOUTH EVENT

CITY OF WODONGA WORKSHOPS FIND US To Junction Place Belvoir Park Gateway Village

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FReeZA Push Start Comp Friday, June 1, 6.30pm to late The Cube Wodonga Enjoy a great night of live music and support local artists as they compete to be this years FReeZA Push Start Comp winners! A Victorian Government initiative. All-ages event.

Drug, alcohol and smoking-free and fully supervised.

No pets and no glass allowed.

All-ages event Cost: $5 entry on the night.

Enquiries: slampe@wodonga.vic.gov.au or (02) 6022 9300

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Night and Day The Doris and Shirley Show GINA HOGAN Tuesday, May 22, 1pm

ALBURY WODONGA THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

Chicago Thursday, May 10 to Saturday, May 19 See website for show times Set in Chicago during the roaring 1920s, Chicago tells the story of rival vaudevillian murderesses locked up in Cook County Jail. Nightclub star Velma is serving time for killing her husband and sister after discovering their affair. Chorus girl Roxie has been tossed in the joint for bumping off the lover she’s been seeing behind her husband’s back.

Tickets: From $29 to $55 Bookings essential: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

The fabulous Gina Hogan returns to the stage with another standout show featuring songs from Doris Day and Shirley Bassey. You’ll be taken on a trip down memory lane, with stories and music performed as only Gina can with her amazing vocal versatility and engaging stage presence.

Tickets: $20, Members $15, includes afternoon tea after the performance Bookings essential: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/ tickets

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PROJECTION DANCE PRESENTS

Forte Saturday, May 26, 7.30pm FORTE is a stunning modern dance bill curated to fulfil an insatiable curiosity about movement and its expressive potential. This adventurous program of three new works includes a world premiere by internationally acclaimed choreographer Tim Podesta.

Tickets: $30, Concession $25, Members $22.50, Member concession $18.50, Group 8+ $25 Bookings essential: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets WORKSHOPS SATURDAY, MAY 26 TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP 9.30AM TO 10.30AM, AGES: 10 to 14 TECHNIQUE WORKSHOP 10.30AM TO 11.30AM, AGES: 14+ CHOREOGRAPHY AND DANCE MAKING 11.30AM TO 12.30PM, AGES: 12+ COST: $10 per workshop. Bookings essential

Personal Tuesday, June 5, 7.30pm Jodee Mundy discovered her entire family was deaf while in a Kmart store when she was six years old. Part performance, part lecture, part multimedia and live art, Jodee’s solo performance aims to unpack the concept of disability within our society through the eyes of a child. Stay for nibbles and a cuppa after the show to meet Jodee.

Accessible to deaf and hearing-impaired audiences.

WARNING: Some strong language.

Tickets: $29, Members $21, Group 8+ $25 Bookings essential: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

ARTS SPACE WODONGA

ARTS SPACE WODONGA FOR KIDS

Just Paint Wednesdays in Victorian school terms* 4pm to 5pm Arts Space Wodonga Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600 Ages: Primary and secondary students Cost: $10 per child per session

Maree Clark Reimagining Culture: Contemporary Connections to Country Arts Space Wodonga June 8 to July 21 Exhibition opening Saturday, June 23, 2pm

*except during installation weeks when the gallery is closed to the public Children with their Just Paint artwork.

Arts Space Wodonga is thrilled to present an exhibition of new and existing work by Mutti Mutti and Boon Wurrung artist Maree Clarke. This powerful collection of multimedia works continues Clarke’s focus on the revival of south-east Australian Aboriginal art and culture — reaffirming and revitalising lost traditions and signifying the rightful place of these practices within contemporary art.

Born of the Land, 2014, Maree Clarke, video still.

Art Buzz Fridays in Victorian school terms 10.30am to 11.30am Arts Space Wodonga Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600 Ages: Three to fiveyear-olds with their parent or guardian Cost: $5 per family Art buzzer enjoying creating a bush landscape, inspired by Abi Thompson’s exhibition Soundscapes, 2017.

BONEGILLA MIGRANT EXPERIENCE

Mother's Day Sunday Roast Bonegilla Migrant Experience Sunday, May 13 11am to 2.30pm Treat your mother to a truly unique Mother's Day at Bonegilla Migrant Experience.

Be escorted by one of our tour guides and hear the stories of the early European migrants.Then find your place on a communal table, just like the former residents did.

Enjoy a catered traditional Aussie roast and dessert accompanied by authentic European entertainment.

Enquiries: (02) 6020 6912 Bookings: thecubewodonga. com.au/tickets or phone (02) 6022 9311.

Cost: Adults $45 (17+ years), children $25 (5 to 16 years), $7 per infant (2 to 4 years) Bookings close 5pm on Friday, May 11.

No walk-ins or late bookings due to catering.

Music in the Gallery Timothy Adkins – Classical and Spanish guitar Wednesday, May 23, 10.30am to 12pm Arts Space Wodonga and Murray Conservatorium collaborate again in 2018 to present Music in the Gallery.

Join us at Arts Space Wodonga as art and performance collide in this vibrant display of local talent.

Please book online: thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets $5 per person, $20 schools (per class), $30 group bookings (maximum of 10) Morning tea included All ages welcome (children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult).

WODONGA LIBRARY

Anime and Manga Club

LEGO Club Monday, May 14 and 28 4pm to 5pm 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.

Bookings essential at wodongalibrary.com.au Age: 7+ Cost: Free

Minecraft Tuesday, May 14 and 29 4pm to 5pm Wodonga Library Enjoy playing Minecraft? Join us fortnightly to create and explore your own 3D virtual world using our surface pro computers.

Bookings required at wodongalibrary.com.au Age: 7+ Cost: Free

Thursday, May 17 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. wodongalibrary.com.au Age: High school Cost: $5 for pizza

National Simultaneous Storytime

Hub 126 Tuesday, May 8, 22 and June 5 4pm to 5pm Wodonga Library

Wednesday, May 23 11am Wodonga Library It’s time to once again join thousands of other young readers to read the same book at the same time on the same day. Come join in the fun and laughter as we celebrate Australian authors by reading this year’s book Hickory Dickory Dash by Tony Wilson.

This group is for young people with disabilities to engage at the library, meet new people, and enjoy sensory rich activities.

Bookings essential at wodongalibrary.com.au Age: School age Cost: Free

wodongalibrary.com.au Cost: Free

EVENTS

Pop Culture Club

Belvoir Park Community Wood-fired Oven

Thursday, May 10 5.30pm to 7.30pm Wodonga Library A social group for anyone who loves gaming, comics, manga, board games and fandom. Meet up with likeminded people aged 18 to 25. Please RSVP by going to wodongalibrary.com.au wodongalibrary.com.au Age: 18 to 25 Cost: Free

Sunday, May 13 11am to 2pm Members of the community are invited to bring their own pizza ingredients and use the communal pizza oven, cooked by Wodonga Apex Club.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9300 Ages: All Cost: Free

Young Writers Thursday, May 10 and 24 and June 7 4pm to 5pm Wodonga Library If you like to write or draw, this is an afternoon just for you! Meet other writers and illustrators to discuss ideas, work on your current projects and share you work with others.

Age: 8 to 14 Cost: Free Bookings required at wodongalibrary.com.au

From Bulrushes to Boom town tour Tuesday, May 15 9.15am to 11.45am Join Mayor Cr Anna Speedie on a tour of the city.

Learn more about current projects and the future direction of Wodonga and have your questions answered.

RSVP at wod.city/BusTourMay2018 or phone Fiona at the council offices on (02) 6022 9202 Ages: All Cost: Free tour. Gold coin donation for morning tea

MAY, 2018

IN BRIEF FOURTH AND FINAL INSTALMENT

Anti-graffiti project brings wall, underpass to life

An owner builder is someone who carries out building work on his or her own land.

REMINDER notices were issued in April for the fourth rate instalment of the 2017-2018 rates and charges.

Owner builders take on many of the responsibilities of a registered builder including:

The due date for payment is May 31, 2018. Please note any arrears of previous instalments is to be paid immediately.

• Obtaining permits; • Scheduling, supervising and/or carrying out building work themselves; • Ensuring the work meets all relevant building regulations, standards and other laws; and, • Arranging the appropriate building inspections and the final or occupancy certificate at completion of the works.

PENSION CONCESSIONS 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 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 Hovell St office and bring your card to be sighted. Forms are also available at customer focus for completion and processing.

Once completed the concession is granted in future years until your circumstances change.

PLEASE NOTE: Health Care Card holders are eligible to concessions on certain charges but this does not apply to a concession on council rates. See more at: wodonga.vic.gov.au/ roads-rates-rubbish/ rates/payments.asp DIRECT DEBIT Any ratepayers wishing to consider utilising the direct debit method of payment can obtain details from the council’s website.

For inquries, phone our team on (02) 6022 9300.

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OWNER BUILDERS

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.

Wodonga Council has been successful in their application for funding through the Graffiti Prevention Grants offered by the Victorian Government’s Community Crime Prevention Program.

The council has engaged professional artist, Rosie Woods from award winning street art network Juddy Roller to work with selected young people to design, develop and create two large scale murals in Wodonga.

As well as a strong anti-

graffiti message, the project provides education, mentoring and discipline and promotes respect, acceptance, pride and connection to community.

The first site is a highly visible brick wall on Elgin Blvd, next to the Family Medical Centre.

The second site is the Felltimber Creek Road underpass where the exterior walls and inside will be painted.

Participants have learnt:

• What it’s like being a professional street artist; • The difference between graffiti and street art; • How to handle a spray can including techniques like fades, shadows, light and stencils; and, • How to develop and apply a mural concept Both murals at the medical centre and the Felltimber Creek underpass were completed last month.

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

AWARDS APPLAUD WODONGA’S YOUTH Young people aged between 14 and 24 who work, live, study or volunteer in Wodonga are eligible to be nominated for Wodonga Council’s 10th annual RED Carpet Youth Awards.

Wodonga Cr John Watson said the aim of the awards was to recognise and acknowledge all the wonderful contributions young people make in our city.

“The RED Carpet Youth Awards strengthen Wodonga’s support of young people through community recognition, celebration and promoting young people’s achievements,” he said.

“The awards allow our community to nominate and support young

people with different life experiences to celebrate and recognise the contribution they make to the community.”

RED Carpet committee member Mason Wise said the awards started because many young people told Wodonga Council they didn’t feel recognised.

“A lot of young people are helping others out in their own time and at their own expense, so these awards recognise their contribition,” he said.

“Whether they are helping by coaching a sporting team for a short period of time, or being a carer for someone long term, we want to celebrate the positive

change that young people create in the community.

“Young people do contribute a lot and that is worth recognising.”

Nomination forms can be downloaded from the council’s website.

Nominations close on Friday, June 1, 2018.

A gala dinner and award ceremony will be held at The Cube Wodonga on Friday, August 3, 2018.

NOMINATE AT wodonga.vic.gov.au/rca

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MAY, 2018

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.

30cm small branches

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

Celebrate your mum at Bonegilla Buona festa della mamma.

Gelukkige Moederdag. feliz día de la madre.

No matter how you say Happy Mother’s Day, give your mum a unique experience at Bonegilla Migrant Experience on Mother’s Day on Sunday, May 13.

Discover Wodonga’s only National Heritage Listed site

with a one-hour tour escorted by one of our experienced guides where you will experience the stories of the early European migrants.

At the end of the tour find your place on a communal table, just like the former residents did.

Then sit back and relax with a catered traditional Aussie

roast with a few extra menu items to try and dessert accompanied by authentic European entertainment.

The cost includes one drink, one-hour tour, catered Aussie roast lunch and dessert and entertainment.

MORE INFORMATION thecubewodonga.com.au/ tickets

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 on June 1, with crowds of 200 young people.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday, May 11, 2018 APPLY NOW facebook.com/wodongayouth

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Courting success

Community in action NETBALL WODONGA Number of committee members: 10 Fundraising target: $120,000 Funding sources: • Netball Wodonga contribution $120,000 • Wodonga Council $425,000 • Country Football and Netball program $100,000 This is a partnership between the AFL, Netball Victoria, AFL Victoria and the Victorian Government.

Total project cost: $645,000

The new netball courts at Kelly Park have been more than a decade in the making.

Wodonga Council’s funding, the courts were re-built and made compliant.

all-abilities and 40 net set go players will benefit from the upgrade.

The new nine-court facility will be the premier netball venue in the city.

To raise the $120,000, Mrs McFarlane said there was a lot of hard work behind the scenes for the association.

Mrs McFarlane said there were a number of people who helped to raise the funds but there was a core group who were the backbone to the funding.

Netball Wodonga president Holly McFarlane said the new courts was a fantastic achievement for the association.

“This has been at least 10 to 12 years in the making,” Mrs McFarlane said.

“We have had so many committees working towards this.”

Netball Wodonga fundraised $120,000, which when combined with the Department of Sport and Recreation funding plus

“This took a really long time with a lot of time and effort dedicated to fund raise,” she said.

“There were sausage sizzles, money raised from the canteen, raffles and sponsorships.

“We didn’t do anything fancy to get there. We just took our time and put the money away.”

More than 300 Saturday morning juniors, 120 representative players, 20

“There were previous committee members who need acknowledging for all their hard work and effort,” she said.

“They include Anne Puiatti, Paul Puiatti, Sue Cole, Louise Ward and Peter Rounds.”

The council and the club are still working together to upgrade of the floodlighting and shelters for spectators and participants.

VOLUNTEERS TO BE RECOGNISED AT FAIR

Colours, music collide at Cube

All volunteers, potential volunteers, organisations who rely on volunteers and people grateful for volunteers are invited to the Wodonga Volunteer Fair on Saturday, May 26.

other like-minded people in the community.

groups and many, many more.

As well as market stalls there will be live music, prizes, face painting and a free barbecue lunch.

Volunteer groups such as Restart and Wodonga Foodshare will be hosting market stalls in a bid to raise their profile, celebrate volunteers and connect with

Wodonga has many active volunteers who provide critical support across the community for services clubs to churches, sporting associations, emergency

The Wodonga Volunteer of the Year Awards will also be announced at the fair with Pam Roth and the Bonegilla Migrant Experience team taking out top honours last year.

The Murray Conservatorium will bring a very special show to The Cube Wodonga on Saturday, May 5.

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These awards will recognise the outstanding contribution volunteers make to our

community and will be awarded to both individuals and teams.

The fair occurs during National Volunteers Week from May 21 to 27. It will run from 11am to 1pm at Woodland Grove.

To attend the barbecue, please RSVP for catering purposes to wod.city/ volunteerfair2018.

Combining their spectacular sounds with a set of art projections and animations created by local artists, Colours of Music will excite your ears, eyes and mind.

Tickets available through The Cube box office.

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Volunteers Saturday, May 26 11am to 1pm Woodland Grove • Volunteer of the Year Awards • Food • Live music • Information stalls (02) 6022 9300

facebook.com/wodongacouncil

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK

Give a little . Change a lot.

21-27 May 2018