Citylife 2017 (Issue 9 - October)

WODONGA - ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES

OCTOBER, 2017

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MAKING EVERY BIRD COUNT CityLife is Wodonga Council’s monthly publication and is delivered around Wodonga.

Approximately 19,000 copies are printed each month by Newsprinters, Shepparton.

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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 October 16. 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.

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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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All bird lovers are urged to take part in this year’s Aussie Backyard Bird Count during National Bird Week from October 23 to 29 – simply download the app, grab your binoculars and head outdoors!

National Bird Week—a tradition dating back nearly 100 years—celebrates the incredible variety of beautiful birds found in Australia, with the results providing a picture of how our birds are faring, both locally and across Australia.

Birds are truly incredible creatures and Australia is blessed with more than 800 bird species occurring on our shores. Birds are a crucial part of the Australian ecosystem, and having native birds in your garden, in turn, helps the environment as a whole.

Last year’s Aussie Backyard Bird Count saw a record 61,000 nature loving Australians take time out from their busy schedules to count more than 1.4 million birds.

In the fourth Aussie Backyard Bird Count, the updated

app allows you to take part anywhere; not just backyards, but in local parks, botanical gardens, schoolyards or beaches – wherever you might see some birds.

Whether you take part by yourself or in a group, every bird counted will help BirdLife Australia reach its target of 1.5 million birds counted in seven days to smash last year’s record.

You can also join a local bird expert on Sunday, October 29, at 10am or 11am for an 40 minute long walk around a reserve on Boyes Road off Baranduda Boulevard.

Suitable for novices through to experts, and

for all ages (children must be supervised). Just bring sturdy shoes, hat, and a water bottle. If you enjoy it, remember you can go on a bird count more than once, and in more than one place!

Learn more about local reserves, find a reserve near you and discover what birds, wildlife and plants you’ll find around Wodonga at: wodonga.vic.gov.au/localreserves Images: (top) Regent honeyeater by Matthew Lincoln, and (cover) Rainbow bee eater by Jim Bendon.

DOWNLOAD APP aussiebirdcount.org.au

Hands up for a free barbecue Are you in a new estate?

Nominate your street now for a Neighbourhood Barbecue – free barbecues during daylight savings months around Wodonga.

Held from 6pm to 8pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays, these events are a great opportunity to get to know your neighbours and build community spirit. As well as relaxing at a social occasion, you can meet new people and develop friendly relationships with others who live nearby.

In 2016-2017, 92 per cent of residents surveyed at the Neighbourhood Barbecues met someone new. Some people exchange skills or resources, organise a book club, start a babysitting co-op, share walking to school duties or find new playmates for their children.

For most, it increased a sense of belonging in their neighbourhood.

Neighbourhoods where

people know each other tend to have lower crime rates and social issues because neighbours look out for one another.

Wodonga Council provides a free healthy catered mobile barbecue with gluten free and vegetarian options,

as well as plates, cutlery, service and staff.

Preference is given to new residential estates and streets which haven’t had a barbecue before.

NOMINATE wod.city/bbq-appform

CITYLIFE WODONGA

NEWS

OCTOBER, 2017

LENEVA-BARANDUDA OUR FUTURE COMMUNITY

LOBBYING and LEADERSHIP As the city continues to grow, investment and development have been at the forefront of the Mayor’s and Chief Executive Officer’s lobbying and advocacy meetings.

Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie and CEO Patience Harrington both attended a meeting with Tourism Victoria to discuss priority investments for Wodonga This was followed by discussions with AusTrade regarding local trade and investment.

As one of the fastest growing regional centres in Victoria, Wodonga is facing unprecedented growth – and residents are urged to have their say on how LenevaBaranduda will be developed as Wodonga’s growth corridor for the next 50 years.

Since the land was identified in the mid 1990s, many technical studies and strategies have been done.

Now the culmination of that work – Amendment C121 to the Wodonga Planning Scheme – will be open for public comment for six weeks from Thursday, October 19.

“Wodonga’s population is forecast to reach almost 55,000 by 2031, and LenevaBaranduda is going to be our next major community hub,” Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie said.

“This is important because it’s about our future

community, and the vision for how the land should be developed,” Cr Speedie said.

“A second town centre is planned for Baranduda that is anticipated to be the second biggest town centre in Wodonga after the Central Business Area, and will include a mix of housing types, retail, schools and green open spaces.

“I urge anyone interested in the future of our city to have their say on Amendment C121 during this public exhibition period.”

Wodonga Council worked with the Victorian Planning Authority (VPA) on Amendment C121 and the Leneva-Baranduda Precinct Structure Plan (PSP) that affects approximately 1062 hectares of land.

Leneva-Baranduda, to the south of the city, is the natural future growth

corridor because it provides space for housing, shops and community facilities such as libraries, open spaces and health providers.

Growth in other directions is limited due to various physical constraints such as topography, rivers and significant roads including the Hume Freeway.

In addition, Leneva (covering all areas north of Middle Creek) and Baranduda (all areas south of Middle Creek) already has some essential services in place including gas, electricity and water.

Residents can learn more at one of two community information sessions on: •

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Tuesday, October 31, from 3pm to 6pm at Baranduda Community Centre Saturday, November 4, from 9am to noon at Wodonga Library

Following community feedback, the final amendment is expected to incorporate two documents (the Leneva-Baranduda Precinct Structure Plan and the Leneva-Baranduda Development Contributions Plan) into the Wodonga Planning Scheme within the next 12 months.

These documents will then guide development in the coming years.

Amendment C121 and all associated documents can be viewed online (link below), with hard copies also available for viewing at the council offices in 104 Hovell St, at Wodonga Library, and at Baranduda Community Centre from October 19.

Feedback closes on Friday, December 1, 2017.

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Works began on the southern side in the section from Church to High streets.

Crews will then move into the section on the northern side and the construction of the roundabout at the ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES

Church St intersection will follow. The project runs until December, subject to weather.

Works will occur in Hume St to improve the road surface and footpaths from October to December, with some traffic and parking disruption expected.

Talks around public transport also continued, with Cr Speedie meeting with the V/Line board of directors, and was joined by the CEO for the Hume Corridor Passenger Rail Collaboration meeting.

The Wodonga Hills Strategy was on the agenda, with meetings with DELWP, CFA and Parklands.

Joining with AlburyCity, the Mayor featured on a panel at the launch of the second Border Bash alongside a number of Melbourne Stars and Sydney Thunder cricket players.

Cr Speedie and the AlburyCity Mayor also announced plans for joint management of local aquatic facilities.

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WORKS UPDATE The reconstruction of South St is now under way.

The Mayor and CEO attended the Regional Cities Victoria annual forum, hearing from guest speakers Premier Daniel Andrews and opposition leader Matthew Guy.

Works will then begin in High St from mid-January for the in-ground services.

There is expected to be some minor disruption to traffic and a small reduction in car parking during this phase.

The reconstruction of High St will commence in late

January with the road to be shut to through traffic.

Pedestrian access will be maintained to businesses at all times.

The reconstruction of High St is expected to be completed by the end of April, subject to weather.

The project is supported by the Australian Government’s Building Better Regions fund.

Stay up-to-date with the WotsOn Wodonga app.

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YOUR COUNCIL

OCTOBER, 2017

BORDER COUNCILS CONSIDER JOINT APPROACH TO POOLS Albury and Wodonga councils have united to launch an exciting new era in the management of the cities’ public swimming pools.

example on how the two councils can come together to deliver a great benefit to our entire community,” Cr Speedie said.

The councils have joined forces to seek Expressions of Interest for experienced recreation and leisure management companies to operate the Albury and Lavington Swim Centres along with the Wodonga Sports and Leisure Centre (WS&LC) and WAVES from 1 July 2018.

“We know the border is not a barrier for our people to use and enjoy services across our cities and it’s important that we continue to look for ways to collaborate to ensure quality outcomes.”

The councils believe joint management of all four centres will provide greater efficiencies and benefits to the community, such as improved membership options and discounts.

HAVE YOUR SAY Wodonga Council is looking for people to join a focus group on important civic services that provide a safe community including managing dogs and cats, parking, school crossings and local laws. Register your interest for a focus group in late October.

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AlburyCity Mayor Cr Kevin Mack said the agreement would harness the joint power of both cities to deliver high-quality swimming and recreational facilities while keeping costs down for the community.

Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie said the move was a testament to the councils’ strong working relationship.

“This is a win-win for families, dedicated swimmers and anyone else who uses any of the fantastic swimming facilities we have on both sides of the border,” he said.

“This agreement is just one

“And importantly, it’s a great

example of how both cities can work together to benefit everyone in Albury-Wodonga.

“We’ve always been two cities, but one community, and this agreement really shows what we can achieve if we work together to improve services to our residents.”

The agreement follows extensive feasibility investigations and research into other models to show that joint management of public facilities not only works, but actually enhances the abilities of both cities to provide even better services to the more than 90,000 people who call AlburyWodonga home.

The timing lines up, as AlburyCity’s contract for the management of the Albury and Lavington Swim Centres and Wodonga Council’s contracts finish at the same time in June 2018.

Pair recognised for outstanding achievements Luke Norie and Matthew Carter received Young Achiever Scheme awards at the September meeting.

Luke, far right, was selected for the Under 13 Blue boys hockey team.

He gained selection via draft camp into the Victorian academy for elite athletes.

Matthew, right, has been consistently participating in local mountain bike competitions and

made the Australia Junior downhill team for Mountain Bike Australia, attending the World Championships in Cairns, placing 13th.

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

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

CR RON MILDREN

CR TIM QUILTY

CR JOHN WATSON

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NEXT COUNCIL MEETING The next meeting is scheduled for October 18.

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.

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CITYLIFE WODONGA

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Friday, October 6 and Friday, November 10 5.30pm to 8.30pm Arts Space Wodonga The Cube Wodonga Wodonga Library

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Your gateway to the weekend! Relax and Unwind. Have you got Fridays on your mind?

Be entertained with live music from Grooveyard Hammond Combo.

Experience performance, talks and art while enjoying gourmet food and wine.

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

CITY OF WODONGA WORKSHOPS

Remembrance Day Saturday, November 11 10.40am Woodland Grove, Wodonga At the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, one minute of silence is observed across the country to mark the cessation of hostilities on the Western front during WW1. Remembrance Day in Australia commemorates the noble sacrifices of armed forces and civilians during times of war.

FIND US To Junction Place Belvoir Park Gateway Village

Enquiries: Wodonga RSL (02) 6024 2023 Ages: All Cost: Free

During November Various times and locations The 2017 Sustainable Living Fair has a huge program including is annual futured market, pop-up workshops, talks, demonstrations and exhibits to learn the tools to reduce, reuse and save money.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9702 or visit wod.city/SLF2017 Ages: All Cost: Various

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The I.G. Big Swing Band

Room on the Broom

Sunday, October 8, 2pm The Big Swing Band joins us again at The Cube Wodonga this October to play a brand new program! This year’s band combines fantastic musicians and brilliant recording artists. The amazing voices of Glenn Starr, Liz Kolisnyk, The Swinging Riverlets and The Funny Musicians will make this show one to remember.

Friday, October 27, 1pm and 6pm How the cat purred and how the witch grinned, As they sat on their broomstick and flew through the wind…

When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch?

And will there ever be room on the broom for everyone?

The team behind The Gruffalo and The Gruffalo’s Child return with songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups...

Tickets: $33, concession $30, group six+ $28, members $28, at the door $35 Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

Tickets: $19, members $15 Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

PART OF BE THE CU A G W O D O N ON S E AS

VICTORIAN OPERA PRESENTS

The Snow Queen MURRAY CONSERVATORIUM PRESENTS

Saturday, October 28, 7.30pm Ignite your senses with 2017’s most engaging and immersive experience. SOQ Collective is a story of beauty expressed through music, movement, art, film and projection.

Friday, November 3 and Saturday, November 4, 7.30pm Andersen’s classic will be staged exclusively in Wodonga and will capture the heart of the local community. After Kai is abducted by the Snow Queen, Gerda must begin an arduous quest to save her friend from the Queen’s evil clenches. Her journey is helped and hindered by the mythical creatures she encounters as she seeks to rescue Kai.

Tickets: $25, members $19, concession $20, child $5 Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

Tickets: $25, members $22, children under 12 $20 Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

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Wodonga Children’s Fair Sunday, October 29, 10am to 3pm Wodonga Racecourse, Hamilton Smith Drive, Wodonga Visit wodonga.vic.gov.au/childrens-fair for further information.

All children must be accompanied by an adult and remain the responsibility of their parents or guardians at all times.

Lost children will be taken to the council maternal child health marquee and supervised until their collection. Please speak to a staff member for further assistance.

To assist staff and volunteers reunite lost children with their parents, please ensure your child wears an ID wristband (available at main gate upon entry) with your mobile phone number.

This is a drug, alcohol, smoke and pet free event.

Thank you to our wonderful volunteers.

Major sponsor:

Community partners:

11.30am

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10am

11.45 - 11.50

Flying Fruit Fly Circus

11.15 - 11.45

Trash Test Dummies

11 - 11.15

YMCA Wodonga Children’s group exercise

11.40 - 12.10

DMB Dance and Performing Arts Centre

11.30 - 11.40

Indian Association Bollywood Dancers

11 - 11.30

Regional Academy of Performing Arts

10.35 - 10.55

10.30 - 11

10.30 - 11

Living Space

11.35 - 11.45

Music Time

11.15 - 11.35

Albury Wodonga Pipes and Drums

10.55 - 11.15

Chelsea Knight

Harry Partington

Cathies Celtic Dance

10.15 - 10.35

Wodonga South Primary School Choir

10 - 10.15

Music Time

Yes Optus Wodonga Music Stage

Wild Action

10 - 10.25

10 - 10.30

DJ Music

Danone Murray Goulburn Performance Stage

Wild Action The perfect introduction to Australian wildlife: dingo, koala, joey, echidna, fruit bat, crocodiles (salties and fresh water), behemoth python snakes, frogs,

Museum Victoria Replica tiger shark jaw and the cast of a full-size dinosaur skull. Come and find the wonders of the sea.

“Old” Bullring HQ Army Logistic Training Centre presents Battle PT Obstacle course. Let the parents challenge their kids and compete against Army personnel!

Betting Ring Let Foost show you how easy it is to create a quick snack. Make your own pedal powered smoothie.

Stuart Gordon Landscaping Animal Nursery Come and pet a large array of farmyard animals from Hay Ho Animal Nursery, also: RSPCA - Albury branch Wodonga Dog Rescue Family Vet Centre

Excell Gray Bruni Arts Zone ® Auspicious Arts Projects Inc. presents Imaginary Architecture. Use your imagination and help create a cityscape from boxes.

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Timetable and Highlights

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Flying Fruit Fly Circus

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MC Welcome and DJ Music

Excell Gray Bruni Main Stage

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Merri Health

Junction Support Services

Halve Waste

GymbaRoo Albury Wodonga

Grace Christian College Wodonga

Good Start Early Learning Centre - Natural Stall of Recycled Items

Felltimber Community Centre & Baranduda Community Centre

Early Learning Association Australia

DMB Dance & Performing Arts Centre

Dental on Lawrence

Danone Murray Goulburn

Create Play Learn: Developmental Drama

Complete Care Chiropractic

Community Early-years Childcare

Coles

Chiropractic Wellbeing

Chiltern & District Men’s Shed Inc

Border Christian College

Beechworth Montessori School

Banana Boat

Australian Literacy Educator’s Association

Australian Breastfeeding Association Albury Wodonga Group

Albury Wodonga Physical Culture Club

Albury Wodonga Health Dental Services

The Wodonga Children’s Fair 2017 Organising Committee would like to thank the following schools and organisations for their involvement:

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Music Time

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Rockatoos Murray Conservatorium

1.45 - 2.15

Ukelele Goes Rock Murray Conservatorium

1.15 - 1.45

Showtime Murray Conservatorium

Albury Wodonga Discover Sailing Centre

12.45 - 1.15

Wodonga Council - School Crossing Victoria

CFA Wodonga

Wodonga Water Polo Club

Wodonga Sports & Leisure Centre (YMCA)

Wodonga SES

Wodonga Police Station

Wodonga Little Athletics

Wodonga Hockey Club

Wodonga Basketball Association

Supatramp

St John Youth - Wodonga

St John CPR

Victoria Association Inc.

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Find me and get your free temporary tattoo*

Wodonga Toy Library Inc - thanks for helping us pack up

Wodonga Water Polo Club - thanks for helping us pack up

YMCA – thanks for the fabulous prize for the exit survey winner

Hume Bank – thanks for the ATM

Cleanaway - thanks for helping with the waste

Wodonga Middle Years College thanks for providing car parking space

A big thanks to the following organisations:

Woomera Aboriginal Corporation

Wodonga Toy Library Inc

Wodonga Girl Guides

Ready Steady Go Kids Squash and Racquetball North East

Wodonga Federation of Government Schools

Excell Gray Bruni Sandpit

Cricket Victoria

Wodonga Council - Maternal & Child Health

Wodonga Council - Immunisation and Environmental Health

Vision Australia - “Kids & Vision”

Victory Lutheran College

Upper Murray Family Care - Child & Family Services

UNSW Teddy Bear Hospital

Twin City Calisthenics Inc.

The Scots School Albury

The Flying Fruit Fly Circus

St Francis of Assisi Primary School Wodonga

Riverview World of Learning

Noah’s Ark

Murray Youth Performing Arts

Murray Conservatorium

Bubble Soccer 2U

Border BMX Club

Hume Bank Sport and Recreation Oval

Market Stalls - find that treasure; everything from baby clothes to hair accessories and face painting in between.

Orienteering station Using clues, solve the riddles to find your way around the Children’s Fair.

Murray Conservatorium presents “Little Voices”. Come and listen to our tiny tots sing at 11am, site #40.

turtles, parrots, owls, kookaburra, tawny frogmouth, gecko, monitor lizard and more.

String Ensemble Murray Conservatorium

12.15 - 12.45

Essence (VLC rock band)

2.45 - 3

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ThingleToodle and the Professor of Road Safety Education

2.15 - 2.30

Twin City Calisthenics Inc.

1.45 - 2.15

Le Beat Dance Academy

1.20 - 1.45

Hume Dance School

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O’Shea-Ryan Irish Dancers

12.30 - 1

Murray Youth Performing Arts

12.10 - 12.30

Border Danceworks

DJ Music

2.15 - 2.45

Trash Test Dummies

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Wild Action

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Red Mo the Pirate

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Mouse & Moo

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Wild Action

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Visit wodonga.vic.gov.au/childrens-fair for further information.

There is free filtered water available from North East Water. Bring your own drink bottle!

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Provide your feedback on the Wodonga Children’s Fair for your chance to win a family membership to WAVES for the 2017/2018 Summer season, log on to surveymonkey.com/s/ childrens fair2017 and complete the online survey.

Locate and listen to our clever and sometimes funny talking bins to ensure you put your waste in the correct one.

Be SunSmart at the fair. Don’t forget to slip, slop, slap.

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ARTS SPACE WODONGA

... like a dog without a bone Exhibition by Nicholas Kleindienst Arts Space Wodonga Friday, October 6 to Saturday, October 28 Opening: Friday, October 6, 5.30pm Heidegger’s Dasein is thrown into the world, finding its facticity as the given conditions of that world.

That is, a Being finds itself existing in a physical position and the conditions of that position set the Being’s parameters for existence. Authentic existence, according to Heidegger, is when a Being realises its own existence rather than an existence ascribed from outside, by das man, a proverbial They.

Artist talk: Nicholas Kleindienst Saturday, October 7, 10am For schools: Interactive workshops with exhibiting artist Nicholas Kleindienst to be held on Wednesday, October 25.

Bookings essential: (02) 6022 9600

Fridays on My Mind Friday, October 6, 5.30pm to 8.30pm Visit Arts Space Wodonga during Fridays on My Mind and hear the antics of the Spooky Ukies, who will provide quirky musical entertainment.

Music in the Gallery Wednesday, October 11 Nathan Vaccaro and Mica Torre - jazz guitar and vocals Wednesday, November 8 John Lazaros - classical keyboard Both shows: 10.30am to noon (arrive 10.15am) Cost: $5 per person, $20 schools (per class) $30 group booking (maximum of 10) Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

One Ohne One (Video Still) 10.17 minutes, 2017, Nicholas Kleindienst.

ARTS SPACE WODONGA FOR KIDS

Soap Opera Exhibition by Susie Losch Arts Space Wodonga Friday, November 3 to Saturday, November 25 Opening: Saturday, November 4, 2pm In Soap Opera, Susie Losch celebrates daily rituals. Her works evoke the viewer to reflect upon personal and private spaces and upon moments within the routine of daily life. These spaces can be places of rejuvenation and contemplation where transformation may occur.

Fridays on My Mind Friday, November 10, 5.30pm to 8.30pm Visit Arts Space Wodonga during Fridays on My Mind for gigantic bubble-blowing activities!

Panel talk: Creative and Sustainable Beings

Hear from local artists, Susie Losch and Tara Welsh about the considerations they make to produce art sustainably.

Thursday, November 16, 6pm to 7.30pm Cost: $10, includes refreshments Lather, 2017, Susie Losch, coloured lye and pin installation. Photo: Michael Griffin Photography.

Just Paint Every Wednesday in Victorian school terms* 3.30pm to 4.30pm Arts Space Wodonga Drop in after school to paint!

Get creative with a variety of painting media and tools.

No bookings required.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600 Ages: Primary and secondary students Cost: $10 per child per session includes materials *not held during exhibitions installations

Art Buzz Every Friday in Victorian school terms 10.30am to 11.30am Arts Space Wodonga Creative visual art workshops for little hands that relate to the current exhibition.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600 Ages: Three to five years and their parents/guardians Cost: $5 per family

WODONGA LIBRARY

How to survive VCE

Girls Write Up

Thursday, October 5 4.30pm to 5.30pm Wodonga Library Are you studying the VCE this year? This free workshop will help you achieve good mental awareness during stressful times, and teach you tips and tricks to ensure you’re prepared before exams start.

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Thursday, October 12, 9am to 3.45pm Girls Write Up is a daylong festival for anyone who has felt limited by their gender and wants to understand how language can not only constrain but also be used to liberate and empower. Over the day, authors, journalists, activists, artists, poets and other creative thinkers will share the ways they have used their writing to define their identities and shape the world around them.

Tickets: $25 Ages: Teens 12 to 18 Held at The Cube Wodonga (bookings essential) Find out more and book: thestellaprize.com.au/girlswriteup

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330 Age: VCE students and families Cost: Free

Grandparents' Storytime Wednesday, October 11 10am Wodonga Library In celebration of Senior’s Week, why not bring the grandkids along to a storytime celebrating some of their favourite people grandparents? Read some fantastic books and share your favourite nursery rhymes and songs.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330 Age: All Cost: Free

Anime and Manga Club Thursday, October 19 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 Age: High school Cost: $5 for pizza

Tinker Team - Term 4 WORKSHOP Monday, October 16 and Monday, October 30 4pm to 5.30pm during school term 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. Learn about programming, robotics, design and electronics.

Bookings essential.

Exam Study Lock In Monday, October 30 5.30pm to 8.30pm Wodonga Library Doing your VCE exams and need a quiet, relaxed space to study? Use Wodonga Library’s resources and Wi-Fi to help you study effectively in the lead up to exams.

Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9330 Age: VCE Students Cost: Free but catering provided so bookings encouraged

Book Sale

Lego Club

Saturday, October 21 9am to noon Wodonga Library The Friends of Wodonga Library book sale is on again, with ex-library and donated books starting at 50c. Come down to the library to bag a bargain!

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330

Monday, October 23 Monday, November 6 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.

Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9330 Age: Seven plus Cost: Free

International Games Day Saturday, November 4 9am to noon Wodonga Library People of all ages are urged to join in at your local library and play our board games, multi-player video games, and various tournaments. Learn some new skills while making new friends!

Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9330 Age: All Cost: Free (breakfast provided)

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IN BRIEF EXHIBIT IN ARTS SPACE WODONGA 2018-2019

JOIN IN THE NATION’S BIGGEST GARAGE SALE TRAIL THIS MONTH

Are you an artist or organisation interested in exhibiting at Wodonga’s iconic art gallery?

According to the Building Code of Australia, a ‘spa’ by definition is a ‘swimming pool’. In Victoria, spas are subject to the same regulations as swimming pools in relation to building permits and safety barriers.

Arts Space Wodonga is a vibrant regional gallery in the heart of Wodonga’s cultural precinct, with applications now open to exhibit in 2018-2019.

Apply before Friday, October 13, 2017 at:

All spas therefore require a building permit to ensure that the safety barrier complies with the relevant Australian standards and the building regulations of Victoria.

wod.city/ArtsSpace2018 WOOD-FIRED OVEN

Lockable covers for spas, hot tubs and jacuzzis do not comply in Victoria as suitable barriers.

The Belvoir Park Community Wood-fired Oven will next fire up on Sunday, October 15 and Sunday, November 19. from 11am to 2pm at Belvoir Park.

Wodonga Council has no hesitation in taking action against pool or spa owners who fail to install suitable safety barriers.

Bring your own ingredients and utensils, and let Wodonga Apex Club do all the cooking.

Details at: wod.city/WFPizza 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 your email address.

E-NEWSLETTERS Wodonga Council has a range of e-newsletters to keep you up-to-date with events and happenings on things that interest you. Sign up via the link below. wod.city/wod-enews ALTERNATE ROUTES Motorists can cut their travel time and avoid traffic congestion by using the ring road network. wod.city/AltRoutes2015

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SPA SAFETY BARRIERS

This year’s Garage Sale Trail is shaping up to be bigger than ever with 14 sales already registered in our local area!

This year Australia’s biggest weekend garage sales will be held across two days instead of one – on Saturday, October 21, and Sunday, October 22.

As well as being a great way to get to know your neighbours, it can be a great way to declutter and help the environment by reusing household items instead of sending them to landfill.

Sellers can find a home for pre-loved stuff and make a bit of money, while

Learn Auslan In the lead up to the Australian Deaf Games in Albury-Wodonga from January 20 to 27 in 2018, the following courses are on offer during Term 4, 2017: • Sign Language One: Mondays from October 23 to December 4 from 6pm to 8pm • Sign Language Two: Thursdays from October 26 to November 30 from 6pm to 8pm All at AlburyCity Library Museum, Meeting Room 2, cnr Kiewa and Swift streets. For more information or to enrol visit vicdeaf.com.au/auslan

Beware fire planes As the fire season approaches, the CFA is calling for people using Lake Hume to keep clear of firefighting planes.

If you see a Bomber 360 aerial firefighting aircraft approach, move toward the shoreline or out of the approach path (if it’s obvious), and give the firebomber plenty of space to operate.

This aircraft is key operational equipment for volunteers who help to keep fires small until local CFA brigades arrive.

It has to scoop on the fly, and delivers large amounts of water quickly – making a big impact in helping fight fires.

shoppers can grab a bargain or find something unique.

So why not register your own garage sale on the first day, then browse other sales on the second day?

MORE INFORMATION garagesaletrail.com.au

Finally, these provisions are no substitute for the responsible adult supervision of young children using the pool or spa.

For more information, please contact the Victorian Building Authority on 1300 815 127 or vba.vic.gov.au, or Swimming Pool and Spa Association of Victoria Ltd on (03) 9501 2040 or spasavic.com.au

Ride2Work Day boosts health and fitness Join the commuter community and start your day the healthier way on Ride2Work Day! Reward yourself for riding to work with a free breakfast thanks to Wodonga Council on Wednesday, October 18, from 7am to 9am in The Cube Wodonga Courtyard.

You can also browse bike suppliers and find out about maintenance as well as keeping your body in tune.

Riding to work is one of the easiest and most timeefficient ways to fit exercise into a daily routine.

By swapping your current transport for a bike, you can get your recommended level

NATIONAL RIDE2WORK DAY WEDNESDAY 18 OCTOBER

JOIN THE COMMUTER COMMUNITY AND START YOUR DAY THE HEALTHIER WAY ride2work.com.au

of exercise without having to spend extra time or money at the gym.

You’ll be happier and healthier for it!

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LOCAL CHAMPIONS LEAD THE WAY November marks the start of Albury-Wodonga’s popular Sustainable Living Festival – a month of events, including a fair and tiny house display at Junction Square on Saturday, November 18. This year, eight well-loved locals have agreed to share their stories and some simple choices they make every day to reduce their impact on the environment.

The festival is brought to you by Wodonga Council and AlburyCity and is proudly sponsored by OzGreen Energy and Halve Waste.

Father Peter McLeod-Miller opts for locally grown produce whenever possible. As a weekly visitor to the Farmers Market, he deeply appreciates his connections with producers.

“You start eating local foods and then get involved with the people growing it. It’s like the opposite of globalisation – look to your own people, your own garden, and your own table,” Father Peter said.

“The antidote to global disengagement is to find your home again.”

Local food not only advantages local producers, it minimises fuel spent transporting food long distances.

“Our region produces a wide range of nutritious food. It’s absolute nonsense to import oranges from the United States when they’re growing in Griffith.”

Entertainer John Walker, above, grew up in the country and experienced a lot of drought.

“Everyone would share a bath or bathe in the dam. That mentality of conserving water sticks with you through life and has affected my attitude to energy,” John said.

“I’m aware of the strain on the electricity grid in the summer months, with all the air-conditioners working, so I don’t automatically switch on the cooling when it’s hot.”

Cooling yourself is more efficient than cooling the whole home, so having a cold drink or, as John does, splashing your face with water, is a good way to cool down.

Using fans instead of cooling systems can also save a lot of money. John also uses a clothes line instead of a dryer, saving him up to $240 a year in electricity.

focuses on visible contaminants and has been cleaning up rubbish at camp and fishing spots all his life.

“I was taught this by my parents and it just became second nature.

Now any fishing trip I run always finishes with a group ‘emu bob’ around the campsite, making sure every last bit of plastic, wrappers etcetera are removed,” Russell said.

“My goal is to leave it cleaner than when we arrived.”

When he was president of a local angler’s association, Russell also organised clean up days in conjunction with councils, with different clubs allocated different reserves.

Radio presenter Luisa Pelizzari, above, is mindful of ‘invisible’ contaminants and avoids harmful chemicals in garden, cleaning and personal care products.

“It began when we moved to a small farm seven years ago and the weeds went crazy after the sheep were removed. My husband bought some herbicide, but the list of ingredients basically said we had to burn our clothes after use and I thought ‘no way’,” Luisa said.

“What about the effect of those chemicals on our free-ranging chooks and the eggs we were eating? I’ve become really aware of the impact of chemicals on the food chain.”

After manually removing the weeds, the native grasses eventually grew back.

Milla Reid gets almost all her clothes second-hand, either from op shops or by swapping with friends.

“I don’t see the need for manufacturing new clothes.

Op-shopping reduces waste to landfill and energy required to manufacture new clothing, and money goes to charity,” Milla said.

Australians are the second-largest consumers of textiles, buying twice the global average of 13kg per person every year. Milla grew up enjoying time outdoors and in the bush, leading to a great respect for nature. A visit to a beach in Malaysia during secondary school proved a pivotal.

“The whole beach was filled with rubbish. I was so shocked I sat there crying,” Milla said.

This experience fuelled her determination to buy less and reduce waste.

Fishing identity Russell Mason

Wodonga Citizen of the Year 2017 Teju Chouhan, above, uses active and public transport when he can.

When travelling to Melbourne he takes the train when on his own and he recently renewed a commitment to cycle to work.

“I used to ride, but got out of the habit when my bike needed repairs,” Teju said.

“I got it fixed and ride to work twice a week.”

Albury and Wodonga are connected with excellent bike tracks, and riding for transport helps health and wellbeing, as well as the environment.

Indigenous elder Nancy Rooke says no to plastic shopping bags.

Nancy grew up on banks of the Murrumbidgee and made her own cloth shopping bags from the tender age of 10.

“I’m 82 years old now and still buy second hand fabric from op shops to make into shopping bags, produce bags and clothing for children and grandchildren,” Nancy said.

She even makes cloth bags instead

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of using wrapping paper for gifts.

“I don’t like all the plastic around.

You see it flying around out in the bush and it looks terrible.”

Australians use 10 million plastic bags per day, yet it’s easy to get into the habit of packing a cloth bag when you go shopping.

Brave Hearts on the Murray founder Jenny Black’s, below, childhood garden was full of fresh vegies and compost bins.

“We were very mindful of not wasting. We rode or walked to school, washed and reused milk and beer bottles,” Jenny said.

“It’s dreadful how much more waste we produce now.”

For years, Jenny used cloth shopping bags, refillable water bottles and had a ‘no junk mail’ sticker on her letter box, but a few months ago she discovered that takeaway coffee cups aren’t currently recycled.

She, like many others, assumed they were made of cardboard, not realising they contain a wax or plastic lining that makes it difficult to recycle. Australians throw away 3 billion coffee cups every year.

Now Jenny’s a BYO cup convert.

A reusable cup is light-weight and easy to carry with you, with some coffee shops offering a discount for BYO cups.

PROGRAM AT wod.city/SLF2017

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PROGRAM TO EMPOWER WOMEN Women with disabilities are urged to join the Enabling Women Leadership Program on six Thursdays from November 2 at TAFEspace.

Women with Disabilities Victoria in partnership with RDAS and Wodonga Council are offering the opportunity for women in Wodonga and surrounds.

The free program provides an opportunity for women with disabilities from diverse backgrounds to come together, gain knowledge, new community connections and the tools and skills to speak up in the community.

A complementary mentoring program will also run.

To register, email bridget.jolley@wdv.org.au or phone (03) 9286 7813.

Grooveyard Hammond Combo kicks back with Fridays on my Mind Local band Grooveyard Hammond Combo will kick off the popular music event series Fridays on My Mind on October 6, from 5.30pm to 8.30pm in The Cube Wodonga Courtyard.

An electric and acoustic quartet that promises music from the best bits of your vinyl collection, the band members draw on a range of instruments including electric bass, percussion, guitars, ukulele, and vocals.

Phillip Stone (on ukulele, guitars and vocals) has 40 years’ experience as a professional musician and performer including touring with artists such as Renee Geyer, Tommy Emmanuel, Normie Rowe and many more.

The other band members are Carolyn Higgs, Kevin McGrath and Graeme Cook – all very talented and versatile performers.

As well as gourmet food and

It’s zombie time!

wine, music lovers will be able to feast on pulled pork burgers and nachos, popcorn and pancakes, icecream, kranskies, pizza, cupcakes, and more.

Visitors can also pop in to the Wodonga Library for themed activities on ‘Where the wild things are’, and enjoy the entertainment for

the young – and young at heart!

Arts Space Wodonga will host the opening of Nicholas Kleindienst’s exhibition …like a dog without a bone, plus will feature the quirky antics of the Spooky Ukies band.

Elsewhere in the Courtyard

you can grab a massage, or do an interactive art activity with the kids.

Fridays on My Mind will return on November 10, then in 2018, on March 2 and April 6.

DETAILS wod.city/FridaysMind

WHAT’S ON AT YOUR COMMUNITY CENTRES

It’s Halloween – time to unleash the undead!

Come to The Cube Wodonga Courtyard in costume on Tuesday, October 31, and let make-up artists transform you … before joining the famed Zombie Walk parade!

Free event from 4pm to 6pm, with entertainment by Spooky Ukies (ghastly group of children playing ukuleles) and a free sausage sizzle by FReeZA. For all ages (children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult).

A fully supervised, Victorian Government initiative. Drugs, alcohol and smoking not permitted.

Enquiries: Samantha Lampe on (02) 6022 9232 or slampe@wodonga.vic.gov.au

Protect against pollen Grass pollen season brings an increase in asthma and hay fever – and the chance of thunderstorm asthma, which can be life threatening.

If you’ve ever had asthma, talk to your doctor about what you can do to help protect yourself. If you have hay fever, see your pharmacist or doctor for a hay fever treatment plan – and if you wheeze or cough when you have hay fever, speak to your doctor today about whether or not you might have asthma.

Everyone should learn the four steps of asthma first aid. And where possible, avoid being outside during thunderstorms. For details, visit betterhealth.vic.gov.au

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View a program to plan your celebrations at bit.ly/WodSeniorCelebrations Wodonga Council and local community organisations will host events to coincide with the Victorian Seniors Festival, which is an opportunity to celebrate the rich contributions of older people within the community.

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Some events require bookings and some have a cost. See the online program for details.

*Wheels at Westmont, October 28

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