Council News #207 - 11 August 2018

INSIDE: MAJOR EVENTS FUNDING ON OFFER, PET OF THE WEEK + MORE

Council News CITY OF WAGGA WAGGA

FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 11 AUGUST 2018

Issue No: 207

Weekly information from us to you

Students say hi to Dusty Dusty the garbage truck paid a visit to South Wagga Public School on Friday to say g’day to the students who helped name him.

The fleet of trucks for the new residential kerbside waste service were all named by local kids, with South Wagga

year 5 student Olivia Clarke’s suggestion of Dusty one of the 10 names selected.

Olivia (pictured front right) was presented with a certificate by Council’s Waste Education Officer Alice Kent (front left) and along with her classmates got to see Dusty up close.

In the first three months of the new residential service, 2017 tonnes of Food Organics and Garden Organics (FOGO) material has been composted instead of going to landfill, while 41 per cent of all waste collected has been FOGO.

Recycling for local businesses Recycling will be introduced as standard for businesses as part of Wagga Wagga City Council’s new kerbside waste service for commercial properties.

The new standard commercial waste service includes a 240 litre commercial general waste bin and a 240 litre commercial recycling bin, which will be collected on alternating fortnights.

Council’s Director Commercial Operations Caroline Angel said the commercial and industrial sector currently generate about one third of all waste sent to landfill.

“There are a diverse range of businesses in Wagga Wagga, from small offices to large industrial operations,” Ms Angel said. “Waste audits indicate there are opportunities to divert waste generated in the commercial sector away from landfill.

“The NSW Government’s Waste and Resource Recovery Strategy 2014-2021 aims to recover, reuse or recycle 70 per cent of waste generated by commercial and

industrial operations.

“Currently, the recovery rate in Wagga Wagga is around 40 per cent and this new commercial kerbside waste service will assist businesses with improving their recycling.”

The roll out of the new service will start soon, with all rateable and non-rateable non-residential properties to receive their new bins between 20 and 27 August. The new service will start either on 27 August or 3 September depending on whether the property is on week 1 or week 2 of the recycling bin collection cycle.

“A letter and information sheet have been

sent to all businesses and property owners advising of their specific service start date,” Ms Angel said.

“The letter also includes the timeframe for bin removal, which is by 3 September for properties on the week 1 cycle and 10 September for the week 2 cycle.

“Businesses and property owners can also check the sticker on the side of their new bins to see which collection cycle they are, or contact Council on 1300 292 442.

“If you do not receive your new bins by 28 August then please contact us as soon as possible.”

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12 – 18 AUGUST 2018

Robots galore, virtual reality, NISEP community science day, environmental science, pre-schooler activities and much more!

For booking information and full festival details visit:

wagga.nsw.gov.au/library

This Inspiring Australia initiative is supported by the Australian Government as part of National Science Week and is made possible through the collaboration of the partner organisations that comprise the Riverina Science Hub.

PROPOSED RIFL HUB M O V I N G F O RWA R D Progress on the next stages of the Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics (RiFL) Hub proposed in Bomen have taken a step forward this week.

At Monday night’s extraordinary meeting, Council supported the engagement of consultants WSP Australia to assist with the preparation of detailed designs and business cases to be included in applications required to secure the stage of funding for the project.

General Manager Peter Thompson said that while a previous decision of Council in 2015 provided the flexibility to engage the services of WSP Australia for this work, it was prudent to present this report to Councillors before engaging their services given the original decision was during the last term of Council.

“It’s all very positive, the report to Council was about updating the community and the councillors about where we are at with this project and reiterating its regional economic significance”.

The next steps of the RiFL hub project incorporate the construction

of the rail siding, terminal and industrial subdivision, but is subject to successful NSW Government funding applications.

The $14M rail siding is proposed to be funded through the Fixing Country Rail funding program, while the $21M industrial subdivision is proposed to be funded through a different stream, the Growing Local Economies funding program.

Council has submitted an expression of interest for the subdivision and it has been shortlisted for funding. This means Council needs a detailed business case in a short timeframe.

“We are reasonably confident that the funding for both elements of the project will be approved," Mr Thompson said.

"The freight load identified and our proposed partner presents a good business case to start moving freight from the precinct.

"There is real potential for that precinct to grow and in turn this will attract industry, career options and employment to the Wagga region."

EXPANDED: The elevated walkway is one of many upgrades at the Livestock Marketing Centre.

Livestock facility upgrade is nearing completion

COMING SOON: New bins will be delivered to commercial properties from 20 August.

N E W CO M M E RC I A L WA S T E S E RV I C E FO R LO C A L B US I N E SS E S From front page The previous commercial kerbside service included a weekly general waste collection only. Along with a recycling service as standard, the new service has additional services available depending on each business’s needs, including: • Food organics and garden organics

(FOGO) – weekly collection • General waste – additional fortnightly collection • Recycling – additional fortnightly collection • Upsize to 360 litre recycling – fortnightly collection Property owners were contacted earlier this year advising them of the new service and to let Council know of

any additional services required by the owner or tenant. Additional services can be organised by contacting Council.

More information on the new service can be found at yourwaste.com. au/commercial, along with links to EPA fact sheets to help different types of businesses or industries reduce their waste.

DON’T BE A TOSSER!

Cover your load

Major upgrade works at Wagga’s Livestock Marketing Centre (LMC) are nearing completion, cementing the facility’s reputation as the premier livestock selling centre in south-east Australia.

LMC Manager, Paul Martin, said the $3.6M expansion and upgrades will undoubtedly support the growth of the facility and ensure the centre retains and builds on its leading status amongst livestock producers, transporters, agents and buyers.

“This is underlined by results achieved at the LMC in the last two financial years," Mr Martin said.

"In 2016/17 the total value of cattle and sheep sold through the LMC was $428.7M and in 2017/18 it was $427.3M. "Both are incredible results given the tough seasons that producers are experiencing."

The 18-month upgrade project at the LMC is nearing completion.

“Last year, works – including

a new calf/store cattle shed and pens - were completed to increase holding capacity to cater for 5500 head of livestock, which addresses both a current capacity shortfall and creates the foundation for future projected growth," Mr Martin said.

“In addition, an elevated pedestrian walkway was built above the cattle yards, which improved public safety to the cattle selling ring, canteen area and amenities.

"A new internal road for improved traffic flow and safety was also constructed at the eastern end of the facility.

“We regularly receive feedback about the efficiency of sales at Wagga’s LMC. "These upgrades build on its standing as undoubtedly one of the best sheep selling facilities in Australia and the most efficient circular selling facility for cattle."

More progress has been achieved this year with the cattle yard capability upgrade and construction of a new carpark

and amenities block now completed.

“Modifications to the indoor cattle selling arena have been completed, including the installation of pneumatic gates, and new raised walkways," Mr Martin said.

"These improvements separate the cattle handlers from the cattle which significantly improves workplace health and safety.”

Additional lighting has been installed at the new outdoor cattle yards to ensure the safe working of livestock in darkness.

A carpark, carpark lighting, signage and new gates are now complete.

“This is important safety and efficiency infrastructure to separate heavy and light vehicle traffic using the LMC,” Mr Martin said.

Cattle sales are held at the LMC every Monday and sheep and lamb sales are every Thursday, excluding public holidays.

Heavy penalties apply.

Leaving your load uncovered is dangerous. Cover it up, do it right.

Report littering from vehicles

wagga.nsw.gov.au/heytosser This project is a NSW EPA Waste Less, Recycle More initiative funded from the waste levy.

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Council in discussions with Defence over contamination

Wagga Wagga City Council has initiated discussions with the Department of Defence and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) after PFAS contamination was detected at the Forest Hill Sewage Treatment Plant.

Council believes that the PFAS contamination in the effluent is sourced from the PFAS contamination at the RAAF base.

The Department of Defence has been overseeing PFAS contamination investigations in the

Forest Hill area for some time.

The identification of contamination in the effluent at the Forest Hill Sewage Treatment Plant is a significant issue for Council.

The NSW EPA has directed that Council must not discharge the contaminated effluent from the treatment plant.

Based on the expected volume of effluent being treated and expected weather conditions Council believes that it has the capacity to store up to 18 months

of effluent.

This means that a solution must be found to problem within this time frame.

Councillors were briefed on the problem yesterday and the issue was raised with representatives from the Department of Defence at a Council workshop last night.

Council confirmed that it was looking to the Department of Defence to identify a solution and the representatives from the Department of Defence confirmed

that they would work closely with Council to address the problem.

PFAS is a chemical historically used in fire-fighting foams; it is slow to break down in the environment and has become an issue concerning numerous communities across Australia.

In June the Department of Defence released a Detailed Site Investigation at RAAF Base Wagga into PFAS contamination and found it has migrated into ground water and surface water.

Forest Hill Sewage Treatment Plant is essential WWCC infrastructure used to treat the waste intake from the Forest Hill residential area and RAAF Base Wagga.

Council has no information at this time to suggest that there is any risk to ground water or public health arising from the contaminated effluent at the treatment plant as the treated effluent is contained at the within the storage ponds.

Fusion 18 applications close soon Expressions of interest for food vendors, popup stalls and community performers at Fusion 18 close on 24 August.

Fusion 18 is the city’s premier celebration

of live music, street food, culture and art with more than 10,000 people attending the festival in the Civic Precinct each year.

This year’s event will

be held on Saturday 20 October from 4pm to 9.30pm.

For more information or to submit an application, visit wagga. nsw.gov.au/fusion.

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WEEK

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NEW FL AGS FLY HIGH ON FITZMAURICE STREET New flags have added a splash of colour along Fitzmaurice Street.

The new designs alternate between the Wagga Wagga city brand and Visit Wagga design and complements the flags along Baylis Street.

The updated flag system will enable quick

and effective flag changes from the ground and the improved design enables the new flags to remain intact and taut in harsh weather conditions.

In December the flags will be changed to the Wagga Christmas design to celebrate the festive season.

E V E NT S A N D FE S TI VA L FU N D I N G D E A D LI N E E X TE N DE D

What’s your next big idea?

Wagga Wagga City Council‘s Major Events Festivals and Films Sponsorship Program could be for you.

Visitor Economy and Events Coordinator Fiona Hamilton said every year Council partners with event organisers to support and encourage a vibrant events calendar in the city.

“Events generate economic and tourism outcomes, enhance the profile and appeal of the Wagga

Wagga region and contribute to Wagga Wagga’s liveability and well-being," she said.

“Council’s Sponsorship Program provides cash and in-kind support for a diverse range of events that provide substantial tourism outcomes to the city.”

“Applications for round one for events planned between 1 January and 30 June 2019 - have been extended and close on Friday 24 August."

Funding from $3000 up to

REPORT GR AFFITI ON COUNCIL PROPERT Y See it, report it.

If you spot graffiti or vandalism on Council property, contact Wagga Wagga City Council so it can be cleaned up.

Examples of Council property include playgrounds, parks and Council signage and buildings.

For incidents of graffiti on other state government or commercial property, residents are urged to contact those owners, for their opportunity to also

clean up their assets Victims of graffiti can call the Police Assistance Line on 13 14 44. If you have information relating to graffiti vandalism, know of persons responsible, or require additional information, contact NSW Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.

To report graffiti on Council property, call 1300 292 442, visit wagga.nsw.gov. au/onlineservices or download the iCouncil smartphone app.

$40,000 for cash and in-kind support is available.

Applicants are notified about their application by early October 2018 for round one.

Interested?

Read the guidelines and discuss your event with the Visitor Economy and Events Team before starting an application.

For more information or to discuss your application contact the Team on 1300 292 442 or email events@wagga.nsw.gov.au.

ART GALLERY SEEKING PROPOSALS The Wagga Wagga Art Gallery is now seeking proposals for the Links Gallery and E3 art space for exhibitions during the 201920 community gallery schedule.

Artists, curators and organisations based in the Riverina, or applicants demonstrating strong connections to the region, are encouraged to apply.

A forum will be held at the gallery on 22 September from 10.30am to 2.30pm for interested artists to discuss their ideas and get more information. Potential applicants can also contact the gallery to discuss their proposal with staff.

Completed applications must be submitted by 4pm, 26 October. Applicants must complete their applications online using the Smarty Grants form.

Both the form and guidelines for the Links Gallery and the E3 art space are available at wagga.nsw.gov.au/gallery.

Introducing Linus and Lucy, our pets of the week. They are both under 12 months of age, still have the playfulness of a kitten but would be most happy to snuggle and curl up on your lap on these cold winter evenings.

Linus is available for adoption for $201.50 and Lucy is available

for $231.50. These fees include desexing, vaccinations, microchipping, worming, lifetime registration and an ID tag.

You can meet the sibilings and all their fuzzy friends at Glenfield Road Animal Shelter, 1pm to 4.15pm, Monday through Saturday. Contact the shelter on 6971 4651.

graswagga.com.au

Ph: 6971 4651

WHAT’S

ON WAGGA WAGGA + SURROUNDS

THIS WEEK:

FITNESS CAMP

Mon 13 Aug – Fri 17 Aug, 9.30am – 10.15am Bolton Park, Cnr of Morgan & Tarcutta St. livelifegetactive.com

RIVERINA PRODUCERS’ MARKET

Every Thu, 1pm – 6pm Wagga Wagga Showground, Bourke St. Ph: 0428 263 297

DEMONSTRATION GARDENS – VEGE SWAP OR BUY

Every Sat, 9am-12pm Community Demonstration Gardens, cnr Albury and Shaw St. Ph: 0411 417 956

MATES GULLY PRODUCE MARKET Every Sat,

9.30am-12pm Mates Gully Café, Morrow St. Free Ph: 6921 4241

WAGGA PARKRUN

12pm – 3pm Ladysmith Railway Station, Cunningdroo St, Ladysmith.

Ph: 0458 263 443

Sat 11 Aug, 8am – 11am RIVERINA Apex Park, Lake Albert Rd. CONSERVATORIUM parkrun.com.au/wagga OF MUSIC: SIXES &

WAGGA WAGGA ROAD RUNNERS SATURDAY RUN

SEVENS

ART ON THE LEVEE

KITCHEN SCIENCE STORYTIME

Sat 11 Aug, 1pm San Isadore.

Ph: 0428 651 642

Sat 11 Aug, 9am – 2pm Levee Banks, 131 Tarcutta St. Ph: 0400 225 768

WOLLUNDRY SATURDAY MARKETS

Sat 11 Aug, 8am – 1pm Civic Centre Precinct, Burns Way, off Tarcutta St. Ph: 0408 692 929

CIRCA – HUMANS

Sat 11 Aug, 7.30pm – 8.40pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way. Ph: 6926 9688

LADYSMITH TOURIST RAILWAY OPEN DAY Sat 11 Aug,

For event organising and promotion support, contact Council’s events unit: events@wagga.nsw.gov.au or 1300 292 442 Mon - Fri.

Sun 12 Aug, 3pm Riverina Conservatorium of Music, College Ave, CSU Sth Campus.

Ph: 6925 3522 Wed 15 Aug, 10.30am – 11.30am Wagga City Library, Cnr Baylis & Morrow St. Ph: 6926 9700

WAGGA WAGGA ANTIQUES SOCIETY TALK: HISTORY OF THE PHOTOGRAPH & ITS PROCESSES Fri 17 Aug, 8pm ARCC Hall, 131 Tarcutta St. Ph: 0429 125 752

THE EVERLY BROTHERS AND FRANKIE VALLI

Fri 17 Aug, 8pm – 10pm Wagga Wagga Civic Theatre, Burns Way. Ph: 6926 9688

/waggaevents

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COUNCILLOR COLUMN

Make certain that they are microchipped and registered, this helps you greatly if they stray.

It means that they can be returned to you very Only about 20 days quickly. to spring - it has been All it takes is for a cold winter and it is the time of the year that you to call into the Wagga Wagga City I remind everyone to make sure that you look Council’s Glenfield Road Animal Shelter. after your animals.

The staff will help you

with everything, or if you prefer, contact your vet. I ask you to be a very responsible animal owner.

•••• The next very important thing I have to mention to you, and ask that you help me and really the whole of Wagga Wagga, is the

councillor.braid@wagga.nsw.gov.au | 0402 214 556

removing of graffiti.

As I keep on saying, I would love to see our city of Wagga Wagga clear of all graffiti and I am very worried about the graffiti on road signs. This can be very, very dangerous.

I know that some of you last year offered to help, so please contact

me again by phoning me on 0402 214 556. If I do not answer, please leave a message and I will call back.

We are only 70 days before Graffiti Removal Day on Sunday 21 October and we are always looking for helpers on that day.

We need helpers that day to clean the graffiti

FOUN TAIN GE T S A SPRING CL E AN

Public Notices

Supply of Ready Mix Concrete and Associated Products” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 5 September 2018. This Contract is for the supply of concrete EXPRESSIONS and associated products OF INTEREST ready mix ELECTRIC VEHICLE including concrete, fibrecrete, FAST CHARGING fibremesh, stabilised sand STATION and fill sand. Tenders will Wagga Wagga City be assessed on a number Council invites expressions of criteria. Tenderers are of interest from interested advised that the lowest parties to licence Council or any Tender will not land to develop and necessarily be accepted. operate an Electric Enquiries: Lee Shoemark Vehicle Fast Charging on 6971 4617 or shoemark.

Station/s in the Wagga lee@wagga.nsw.gov.au.

Wagga Central Business A non-refundable fee of District. An information $110.00 will be charged memorandum, including for each hard copy of details of proposed the Specification or sites, can be obtained by specifications at nil cost emailing council@wagga. can be accessed on www. nsw.gov.au. tenderlink.com/wagga General enquiries: contact PUBLIC Dianne Wright 1300 292 442.

DISCLOSURE Closing date: 12 NOTICE September 2018 COUNCIL OWNED

Suitably endorsed Tenders marked “RFT 2019-10

sure you mark it for my attention. However, if it is easier as I mentioned before, just call me on 0402 214 556.

I look forward to hearing from you even if you only have a suggestion.

Councillor Yvonne Braid

SEE ROBOTS UP CLOSE ON 18 AUGUST AS PART OF SCIENCE FESTIVAL

The Chisholm Fountain in the Victory Memorial Gardens was given an early spring clean this week by Joe Adams (pictured), a volunteer worker with the Parks and Gardens Civic Team.

The fountain was emptied, scrubbed, rinsed, refilled and put back into action.

The historic fountain was first presented to Wagga Wagga in 1885 by Frederick Chisholm and has been relocated on several occasions since that time. It underwent a major refurbishment in 1988 estimated to cost $110,000.

The fountain was installed at its current location in the Victory Memorial Gardens in 2005 after being moved from the Civic Gardens (adjacent to Burns Way) to make way for the new Civic Centre construction.

RFT 2019-10 SUPPLY OF READY MIX CONCRETE AND ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS

off or to help in some other way - I can assure you we can always find a job on the actual day or even before.

It is very easy; just write me a note advising how you would like to help. Just phone me or drop me a note addressed to me at the service counter at Council and make

COMMUNITY LAND Public Disclosure Notice Council Owned Community Land 11 Small Street, Wagga Wagga Notice is hereby given under the Local Government Act Chapter

Contact us p 1300 292 442 e council@wagga.nsw.gov.au w www.wagga.nsw.gov.au a Civic Centre Cnr Baylis & Morrow Sts PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650

6 Part 2, of the proposed licensing of part Lot 1 DP 202188 known as 11 Small Street, Wagga Wagga to Wagga Wagga Art Society Inc. for the purpose of an art studio for a term of five (5) years. Persons wishing to make a submission in relation to the above proposed licence should do so prior to the close of the exhibition period.

Submissions should be in writing and may be delivered to Wagga Wagga City Council or mailed to the General Manager, Wagga Wagga City Council, PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 or emailed to council@ wagga.nsw.gov.au.

Persons making written submissions regarding the above proposed licence are advised that any submission received within the submission period will be subject to the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act (PIPPA) and may be attached to the final report, in its entirety or in part, to Council unless explicitly requested by the person making the submission that they do

not wish this to occur.

Any questions relating to the above proposed licence may be referred to Jenny Bailey, Land and Property Officer on 1300 292 442. Submissions will be received until 5pm on Monday 3 September 2018.

PUBLIC DISCLOSURE NOTICE COUNCIL OWNED COMMUNITY LAND

Public Disclosure Notice Council owned Community Land Birramal Reserve, 92 Old Olympic Highway Lloyd NSW 2650 Notice is hereby given under the Local Government Act Chapter 6 Part 2, of the proposed Licensing of Lot 53 DP 1181931 known as 92 Old Olympic Highway, Lloyd (Birramal Reserve) to Riverina Water County Council for the purposes of construction of a reservoir for a term of five (5) years. Persons wishing to make a submission in relation to the above proposed Licence should do so prior to the close of the exhibition period.

Submissions should be in writing and may be delivered to Wagga

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There will be excitement, wonder and imaginations in overdrive when Wagga Wagga’s Civic Centre is turned over to robots – and families – on Saturday, 18 August.

Wagga Wagga City Library Manager Claire Campbell said RoboDay is the final activity in the week-long Riverina Science Festival 2018 program and there will be something for everyone, whether you’re a budding scientist or just want to learn something new.

“We’re anticipating a fantastic day," she said.

"The Civic Centre will be buzzing as people explore a whole range of robot activities: the robot catwalk, the virtual and augmented reality sites, drones, films, the robot petting zoo, the 3D print room, the microscope nerve centre or get hands-on manipulating robots around an arena at the Ground-Based

Robot Room.

“And if you're there at 10am you may catch a special conversation between a robot and well-known Wagga local.

“RoboDay continues the Riverina Science Festival’s aim to focus on fostering excitement about science with plenty of hands on learning opportunities, and fun.

"We’ve added new activities to the program which runs from 12 – 18 August, and several will return, including Kitchen Science for pre-schoolers and the microscope program CLOSER. “We have to thank the Riverina Science Hub members for their hard work in bringing the festival together, and the grant of $18,482 from the Federal Government Inspiring Australia

Wagga City Council or mailed to the General Manager, Wagga Wagga City Council, PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 or emailed to council@ wagga.nsw.gov.au.

Persons making written submissions regarding the above proposed agreement are advised that any submission

received within the submission period will be subject to the Government Information (Public Access) Act 2009 and the Privacy and Personal Information Protection Act (PIPPA) and may be attached to the final report, in its entirety or in part, to Council unless explicitly requested by the person making the submission that they do

program."

Festival partners include Charles Sturt University, Macquarie University, Mt Austin High School; Kooringal High School, The Riverina Angelical College, NSW Office of Environment & Heritage, Indigenous Elders, Red Cross, The Brainary, Wagga Wagga City Council’s Community division and Urban Landcare Wagga Wagga.

The Civic Centre’s walls will also light up every night with the Riverina Science Festival’s 2018 digital projection animation by local artist Alice Peacock.

The whimsical and creative piece celebrates emerging technologies highlighted throughout the festival, including drones, 3D printing, virtual reality and robots.

Visit the library website to see what's on during Riverina science festival! wagga.nsw.gov.au/library not wish this to occur.

Any questions relating to the above proposed Licence may be referred to Dianne Wright on 1300 292 442. Submissions will be received until 3 September 2018.

Peter Thompson, General Manager

vacancies TRAINEE ABORIGINAL SECTOR SUPPORT - AGEING Remuneration: $624.40 gpf + super Enquiries: Andrea Kurta - 02 6921 5981 or 0428 615 842 Closing Date: Friday, 24 August 2018 ARBORICULTURALIST Remuneration: $2,042.88 gpf + super Enquiries: Jim Dunn - 02 6926 9610 Closing Date: Monday, 3 September 2018

To view these opportunities and apply, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/jobs

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