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Wagga Wagga City Council weekly newsletter
Saturday 10 February 2024 | Issue #482
Community
Works & Projects
Library partners with Hearing Australia to deliver free hearing tests New intersections in store for Pine Gully Road
NEW PARTNERSHIP: (from left) Community Hearing Advisor - Hearing Australia Lauren Mason, Chief First Nations Officer for Playgroups NSW Kellie Murray, and Agile Library Officer Rachael Downes during the visit by Hearing Australia to the Ngurra Hub at Ashmont with Wagga Wagga City Library’s Agile Library Service. Wagga Wagga City Library has established a partnership with Hearing Australia to deliver free hearing tests to residents across the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area throughout February and March. The initiative, which commenced on Monday (5 February), will see Hearing Australia offer free hearing tests for anyone aged over 18 years at various Agile Library sites in suburban and rural villages across the local government area, as well as at the main library site in the Civic Centre. Library Services Manager Christine Bolton said local residents will be able to come along and receive a free 15-minute hearing check, speak with a Hearing Australia consultant about good hearing health and find out information on a range of common hearing issues. “The library is delighted to be partnering with Hearing Australia because we share many of the same values, including fostering community connections, equity and access, and making a positive difference to people's lives through our
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programs and services no matter where you live in the local government area,” Ms Bolton said. One in six Australians currently have some form of hearing loss, representing around 3.6 million people. Hearing Australia has provided expert hearing care to Australians of all ages and from all walks of life for more than 75 years. Community Hearing Advisor - Hearing Australia Lauren Mason is excited about partnering with the Agile Library team as they visit our suburbs and rural villages, including Ashmont, Oura, Currawarna, Ladysmith, Humula, Mangoplah and Tarcutta. “I'm enjoying getting out and about in the community, talking to people about their hearing health and where they're up to on their hearing journey,” Ms Mason said. "We're not trying to sell people anything; we just want them to have an awareness of their hearing ability and have the chance to access regular checks.” This week, the Agile Library and
Hearing Australia team visited Oura, Currawarna and the Ngurra Hub at Ashmont, and next week, they will head to Ladysmith and Humula on Wednesday (14 February). For more details on the Agile Library and free hearing tests visits, head to waggalibrary.com.au/whats-on
TESTING TIME: Wiradjuri mental wellbeing worker Jasmine Williams undergoes a free hearing test offered by Hearing Australia during a visit to the Ngurra Hub by the Agile Library Service.
Wagga Wagga City Council will shortly be issuing a tender for the design and construction of a new roundabout at the intersection of Pine Gully Road and Cootamundra Boulevard, in our northern suburbs. This roundabout will connect with the extension of Avocet Drive that commenced construction last month as Stage 15 of the Estella Heights subdivision development. Director Infrastructure Services Warren Faulkner said the new intersection will be constructed in line with the completion of that stage. “We expect this construction will occur in the second half of this year, because there's still a lot of work to be done in the subdivision before it is complete, such as stormwater, sewer, and electricity,” Mr Faulkner said. “For the Estella Road-Jumbuck Drive intersection with Pine Gully Road, we're proposing to install traffic signals to make it safer for children to cross the road to get to the Estella Primary School. “Council is working with Transport for NSW to gain their approval, as all traffic signals in NSW are managed and maintained by them. “We’re hopeful the connection of Jumbuck Drive to the Pine Gully Road-Estella Road intersection will be completed in the 2024/2025 financial year.” A second roundabout will be constructed at the Pine Gully RoadMuttama Parade intersection when the southern end of the Estella Heights subdivision is developed. The roll out of roads and intersection upgrades in the Northern Growth Area was presented to Council at its Ordinary Meeting of Council on 3 April 2023. The plan was developed as a result of increasing traffic volumes generated by the growth of the Charles Sturt University campus, the construction of the Estella Public School, The Riverina Anglican College and the growth of the suburbs of Estella, Gobbagombalin and Boorooma. The works will include increasing the capacity of intersections and arterial roads providing access to and from these areas, which will include the construction of new roads, roundabouts and the upgrade of existing roads and intersections.
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SOLAR SAVINGS: Net Zero Emissions Project Officer Hemendra Chaudhary at the SunSPOT Service Help Desk.
Free resource to help community access solar
Wagga Wagga City Council has recently secured free access for the community to the premium version of SunSPOT, a solar calculator developed by University of NSW and the Australian PV Institute. The SunSPOT tool allows homeowners and small businesses to complete a simple, private and reliable rooftop solar assessment without having to engage with any solar sales companies. Net Zero Emissions Project Officer Hemendra Chaudhary says this initiative allows those interested in solar or batteries to discover how much they could be saving. “This free, accessible tool allows residents to check the suitability of their rooftop and find out what they might save if they install solar in their homes,” Mr Chaudhary said. “Users of the tool will get suggestions for solar systems that will suit their own circumstances and their own roof to get the maximum savings on their bill. “SunSPOT will also assist our community in achieving our net zero emissions target.” To learn more about using the tool, SunSPOT is holding an online webinar on Tuesday 20 February at 11am. Register for the webinar online at events.humanitix.com For those who cannot access the webinar, or need more assistance, Council is holding a ‘Help Desk’ service every Tuesday from 6 February. The Help Desk will be held in the Wagga Wagga City Library’s Learning Space 3 on Tuesdays from 2.30pm – 4.30pm. Book a time and bring along a recent electricity bill. To book a one-on-one Help Desk appointment, please call our Net Zero Emissions Project Officer on 1300 292 442. SunSPOT’s development has been supported by state and federal governments, and the NSW Government is also providing a ‘Swap for Solar’ offer to homeowners currently receiving the Low Income Household Rebate to access affordable, clean energy. For more information, visit energy. nsw.gov.au/households
WHAT’S
ON
THIS WEEK Priscilla – Queen of the Desert, The Musical SAT 10 – SUN 24 FEB, VARIOUS TIMES
Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way. P. 6926 9688
SAT 10 FEB, 9AM – 1PM
Wollundry Lagoon Precinct, Tarcutta St. P. 0488 102 835
Caravan, Camping and Leisure Roadshow Wagga Wagga SAT 10 – SUN 11 FEB, 9AM – 4PM
The Range Exhibition Centre, 308 Copland St. P. 1300 665 059
Mark Langley Horsemanship Master Class SAT 10 FEB, 9AM – 4.30PM
Demonstration Gardens – Vegetable CSU Equestrian Centre, Agriculture Ave. Swap or Buy P. 0417 200 411
SAT 10 FEB, 9AM – 12PM
Cnr Shaw St & Albury St. P. 0411 417 956
Wollundry Saturday Markets
Ladysmith Tourist Railway SAT 10 JAN, 10AM – 2PM
15 Kyeamba St,
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Events & Tourism
Traffic changes at Jubilee Park for Junior Touch titles Residents and motorists are advised there will be changes to traffic conditions around the Jubilee Park precinct when the annual NSW Touch Association’s (NSWTA) Junior State Cup Southern Conference returns to Wagga Wagga next week. The premier NSW touch football junior representative event for southern NSW will be held across three days, from Friday 16 to Sunday 18 February. Wagga Wagga City Council Recreation Coordinator Josh Walsh said it is the sixth consecutive year our city will host the event, which is expected to draw a large contingent of players and spectators from across southern parts of the state to the Jubilee Park precinct. “Council has been working with NSW Touch to ensure it is a fantastic and memorable time for everyone who comes along to this major sports event, while minimising the impact on the surrounding residents during the event,” Mr Walsh said. “You will see more traffic and pedestrians on the roads surrounding the precinct, with more than 8000 players and spectators expected to attend the precinct over the three days of the carnival. “We will have lane closures and detours in place on the roads around Jubilee Park so please drive to the conditions and be patient." Red Hill Road will be open to westbound traffic only between the Bourke Street and Glenfield Road roundabouts, while a 40 kilometres per hour speed limit will be in effect along that stretch of road. Council will have traffic management personnel in place at major intersections and signage in the area to assist the flow of traffic,” Mr Walsh said. “We know these changes will cause some disruptions and delays for those travelling through the area, particularly at the peak work and school traffic times, but we hope motorists understand that an event of this size is bringing significant economic benefit to the city.” Detours will be signposted, and motorists are asked to take care in the area as there will be additional traffic and pedestrians around Jubilee Park. Ladysmith. P. 0458 263 443
Nancye Rew in Appreciation – Wagga Wagga Art Society Art Exhibition SAT 10 FEB, 10AM – 3PM
Small St Gallery, 11 Small St. E. secretary@ wwas.net.au
Hoedown Showdown Wagga SAT 10 FEB, 6PM – 10PM
Riding for the Disabled, 321 Plumpton Rd. P. 0401 285 079
Saturday Night Roller Discos
SAT 10 FEB, 7PM – 9PM
Bolton Park Stadium, Morgan St. P. 0427 075 600
February Fun Days SUN 11 FEB, 2PM & 7PM
The Basement Theatre, Morrow St. E. contact@ soact.com.au
Lazy Sundays at The Wild Vine SUN 11 FEB, 12PM – 3PM
The Wild Vine, 1313 Oura Rd. P. 6922 1163
Super Bowl at the Sportsmans Club Hotel MON 12 FEB, 9AM – 12PM
Sportmans Club Hotel, 107 Kincaid St. P. 6921 3245
Environment & Animals
LAGOON LOVE: Environmental Education Officer Christina Reid hangs the children's artworks.
Life of the lagoon - art meets environmental awareness
During the recent school holidays a free workshop aimed at primary aged children called ‘Life of the Lagoon’, was delivered, which focused on environmental learning through fun creative activities. Participants were taken on a tour of the Wollundry Lagoon, and then completed an art workshop at the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery including painting and drawing artwork inspired by the Lagoon and Hayden Fowler’s Turtle Island. To celebrate World Wetland Day the artworks were put on display last week in the Civic Centre foyer area and will remain on exhibition until 29 February. Environmental Education Officer Christina Reid said the tour and workshop were an exciting opportunity for young people to learn all about the natural world of the Wollundry Lagoon and its significance to the community. “The Wollundry Lagoon is an important site for the Wiradjuri community as well as many species of native wildlife,” Ms Reid said. “We looked at who lives on both sides of the water in the lagoon – those who live above the water, like birds and possums, and who lives below, like turtles and fish. Art Gallery Programs Officer Astrid Reed described ‘Life of the Lagoon’ as a valuable way to make learning about the environment fun and engaging. “The Art Gallery is passionate about the environment and community collaboration,” said Astrid Reed. “Last year’s program GREEN 2023 was all about engaging with our audience in a conversation about the environment and climate change. Moving into 2024 we are dedicated to continuing this discussion with the community.” The young artists were able to paint and draw their own work that focused on the animals they saw and discussed on the tour, as well as collaborate on a larger project, which is now on display in the Civic Centre foyer. Visit waggaartgallery.com.au and follow the Facebook page Sustainable Wagga Wagga. 44 Johnston St. P. 6921 5391
National Apology Day TUES 13 FEB, 10AM – 12PM
Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way. P. 1300 292 442
Valentine’s Day WED 14 FEB, 5.30PM - 8.30PM
The Charles Boutique Hotel & Dining, 82 Tarcutta St. P. 0408 542 481
Cupid is Stupid – Valentine's Day Mixer
WED 14 FEB, 7PM
The Wild Vine, 1313 Oura Rd. P. 6922 1163
Riverina Producers Market THU 15 FEB, 1PM – 6.30PM
Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke St. P. 0488 102 835
NSW Touch Junior State Cup Southern Conference FRI 16 – SUN 18 FEB
Jubilee Park, Bourke St. P. 1300 100 122
Art Classes with Leigh Hewitt
Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way. P. 6926 9688
For event organising and promotion support, contact Council’s events team: events@wagga. nsw.gov.au or 1300 292 442. Mon – Fri.
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Valentine’s Day at The Wild Vine
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MON 12 FEB, 6PM – 8PM
WED 14 FEB, 5.30PM
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Vacancies Senior Property Officer Remuneration: $2,896.12 gpf + super Closing: Sunday, 3 March 2024
Water Reclamation Operator Remuneration: $2,620.62 gpf + super Closing: Sunday, 3 March 2024
Town Planner or Cadet Town Planner Remuneration: $3,039.20 gpf + super (Town Planner) $2,620.62 gpf + super (Cadet Town Planner) Closing: Monday, 11 March 2024
Building Surveyor or Cadet Building Surveyor Remuneration: $3,304.68 gpf + super (Building Surveyor) $2,896.12 gpf + super (Cadet Building Surveyor) Closing: Monday, 11 March 20244 gpf = gross salary per fornight Wagga Wagga City Council is an EEO employer
Enquiries: 1300 292 442 To learn more or apply, visit:
wagga.nsw.gov.au/jobs Road closures LAKE ST
Road: Lake St (between Main and Inglis Sts) Date: Wednesday 7 February to 16 February 2024 (weather permitting) Duration: 7am to 4pm Reason: Reseal preparation works Detour: Access for residents maintained
ZIEGLER AVE
Road: Ziegler Ave (between Stanley St and Coolibah St) Date: Tuesday 13 February to Monday 26 February 2024 (weather permitting) Duration: 7.30am to 6pm Reason: Stabilising and sealing works Detour: Access for residents maintained
RED HILL RD AND BOURKE ST
Road: Red Hill Rd between Bourke St and Glenfield Rd Bourke St between Red Hill Rd and Bourkelands Dr. Date: 16, 17 and 18 February 2024 Duration: 6am to 7pm Reason: Touch Football Championship event at Jubilee Park Detour: Closed to normal traffic. Access permitted for event traffic. Detour routes will be sign posted.
MARCONI ST
Road: Marconi St (between Lake Albert Rd and Kennedy Ave) Date: 19 February to Friday 23 February 2024 (weather permitting) Duration: 7am to 4pm Reason: Reseal preparation works Detour: Access for residents maintained
ALL NOTICES NOW ONLINE AT: wagga.nsw.gov.au/publicnotices
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