WAGGA WAGGA PREPARES FOR GROWTH

More than $15 billion of infrastructure projects are slated for construction in Wagga Wagga & the surrounding Riverina/Murray region over the next 5 to 10 years: f Hume Link (electricity transmission upgrade from Wagga to near Goulburn) - $2 billion f Energy Connect (electricity interconnect to South Australia) - $2 billion f Snowy 2 & Snowy Connect (hydro generation upgrade & transmission works) - $5 billion f Riverina Defence Estates Redevelopment (air force, army bases) - $1 billion f East/West Riverina renewable energy parks (wind & solar) - $4 billion f Bomen Special Activation Precinct - in particular RIFL (Riverina Intermodal Freight & Logistics Hub) - $200 million f Inland Rail (Albury to Illabo sector) - $1 billion f Regional telecommunications upgrades (NBN & other) f UNSW teaching hospital Wagga Wagga - $16 million f CSU Drought Innovation Hub - $8 million

During the construction phase of major projects, many workers brought to the area decide to stay. Our region has relative affordability, high liveability, and access to exceptional amenities, education, and health services. Furthermore, Wagga Wagga’s prime location offers excellent accessibility to major metropolitan areas.

Moreover, international immigration is set to contribute to the city’s growth. Around 300 to 400 individuals per year are expected to choose Wagga Wagga as their new home, many of whom will migrate from initial arrival points such as Sydney and Melbourne.

Prepare for growth and embrace the future in Wagga Wagga – a city that combines affordability, liveability, and promising opportunities for professionals, families, and international migrants. Experience the best of regional Australia while enjoying proximity to major metropolitan areas. Wagga Wagga is ready to welcome you to a thriving community with a bright future ahead.

Direct jobs from individual projects will be substantial. For example, the Energy Connect transmission upgrade project connecting the NSW grid to the South Australian grid will see in excess of 1500 direct jobs (Riverina catchment only) during construction & 700 direct jobs (Riverina only) on an ongoing basis - see Energy Connect website.

Acknowledgement of Country

Wagga Wagga City Council yali gulbali-yanhi ngurambang Wiradyuri.

Walumaldhaany-galang bala mayiny Wiradyuri.

Yindyamali-yanhi mudyiganggalang-bu balumbambal-bu balugirbam-bu.

Yindyamali-yanhi bagaraygan ngurambang-guwal-i yandu murun.wigi Wagga Wagga-dha.

Ngiyanhi gulbali-bu yindyamali-bu guwiinyguliyalagu buyaa-bu giilaanggalam-bu.

Ngiyanhi gulbali-bu yindyamali-bu guwiinyguliyalagu dhaagun-bu bilagalang-bu nganha Wiradyuri-giyalang bala burrambin-bu nurranurra-bu.

Gulbali-yanhi Wiradyuri mayiny bagaraygan-guwal-bu bala yarruwala-bu waluwin-bu walanbam-bu dhirrangal-bu.

Wagga Wagga City Council acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land, the Wiradyuri people, and pays respect to Elders past, present and future and extends our respect to all First Nations Peoples in Wagga Wagga.

We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing connection with the land and rivers.

We also recognise the resilience, strength and pride of the Wiradyuri and First Nations communities.