Citylife - April, 2016

WODONGA - ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES

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Goods Shed hosted Governor’s gala CityLife is Wodonga Council’s monthly publication and is delivered around Wodonga.

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The railway arrived in Wodonga in November 1873.

Australian Heritage Week will be held from Saturday, April 16 to Sunday, April 24 to celebrate Australia’s unique heritage.

The north-eastern line was then the longest main trunk line constructed in Victoria.

To mark the annual national celebration, Uta Wiltshire of the Wodonga Historical Society takes a look back at one of Wodonga’s most significant infrastructure developments, the north-eastern railway.

The arrival of the rail in Wodonga was celebrated all day and into the night.

to the Melbourne train and vice versa.

The Melbourne side of the platform was extended to 819ft (250 metres).

A luncheon for invited guests was served in a large marquee near the station.

There was also a high fence built down the centre to ensure transferring passengers were all seen by Customs.

Four trains had come up from Melbourne, picking up along the way.

The Colonial Governor, Sir George Bowen was one of the official guests at a gala ball that night in the Goods Shed.

Sir Bowen stayed overnight at De Kerilleau homestead and marked the occasion by planting a Moreton Bay fig tree in the grounds which still stands today.

At the time, NSW had laid line from Sydney to Goulburn leaving a gap of 200 miles (Goulburn to Albury) which would not be completed until 1880.

An image of the festivities at Wodonga on the completion of the northeastern railway, as published in The Illustrated Australian News in 1873.

Wodonga and Albury were finally connected by rail in June 1883.

Until then passengers were transferred by coach.

Until Federation, customs were payable on interstate movement of goods similar to international travel today.

Passengers had to submit their luggage for scrutiny

by Customs House officials at Wodonga, on the platform, which for some years did not have a roof.

Melbourne to Sydney the increased traffic meant that in August, 1883 the existing Wodonga railway station was considered inadequate.

Hot sun or rain had to be contended with.

Extensions and a customs shed on the platform were built to allow transfer of goods from the Sydney train

With the interstate connection from

The railways went on to become one of the bigger employers in Wodonga and homes were built for married men and their families in South St close to their place of employment.

In the early days young boys were employed as knockers-up before alarm clocks were affordable and reliable.

They would knock on doors to ensure that the railway men woke up in time for their shifts and advise them of their schedule for the day.

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

The next meeting is scheduled for April 18. 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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Banners feature young soldier killed in action A young soldier killed in action in France during World War I has become the face of Anzac Day commemorations in Wodonga this year.

he was killed on November 6, 1916.

Percy George Stott, of Wodonga, features on new street banners erected across the city in the lead up to Anzac Day on Monday, April 25.

Percy was just 19 when

Born in Sale, Percy attended Wodonga State School and was a driver before he left for war.

He embarked from Melbourne on board RMS Moldavia on October 5, 1915 and was a Private with the 21st Australian Infantry Battalion at the time of his death.

His name is engraved on the Villers-Bretonneux Memorial in France, and on panel 95 in the commemorative area at the Australian War Memorial.

The street banners commemorate 100 years since Australia’s involvement in the First World War, and the sacrifices made by the people of Wodonga.

They will be used each Anzac Day until 2018, which will be 100 years since the war ended.

ANZAC DAY, WODONGA .45am - Dawn service, 5 Woodland Grove 10.45am - Memorial march along High St 11am - Memorial service, Woodland Grove n There will be road closures in the area for Anzac Day. n Exhibition and events at Arts Space Wodonga - page 11

Wodonga Men’s Shed launch funding appeal What man doesn’t want a bigger and better shed?

engage in activities that enhance their mental and physical health.

That’s exactly what the Wodonga Men’s Shed is hoping to achieve through a $230,000 appeal launched last month.

“We have helped many members over the years that have lost loved ones, lost jobs or have been staring depression in the face,” he said.

With a growing membership of more than 60 men, the group has outgrown its current location in Emerald Ave and is hoping to raise $230,000 for a new home through donations, grants and fundraising activities.

“This is a fantastic environment where men are able to work on meaningful projects and talk openly about personal and private issues.”

It is in the process of finalising negotiations with Wodonga Council for a suitable site.

President Alton Butt encouraged the community to get behind the shed, which provides a place for men to come together, share knowledge and experience, and

After extensive community engagement in 2014, the Wodonga CBA Revitalisation Plan was adopted by the council, and is now ready to be included into the Wodonga Planning Scheme, using an Activity Centre Zone through the Planning Scheme Amendment C124.

The zone provides a clear, concise and consistent planning policy that is easy to understand and implement for the development community.

It also provides certainty to both the council and the community about what the future revitalised CBA will look like.

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STRATEGIC PLANNING UPDATE CURRENT STATUS

Wodonga Planning Scheme Rewrite Amendment C123

The Amendment updates the Wodonga Planning Scheme following a review and will introduce a revised local planning policy framework and reference recently adopted council strategies.

Public exhibition closed on March 18, 2016.

Council is considering submissions and will report its findings to the April Ordinary Council meeting.

CBA Revitalisation Plan Implementation – Proposed Activity Centre Zone Amendment C124

The amendment applies to all land within the Central Business Area of Wodonga. The Amendment will implement the adopted Wodonga CBA Revitalisation Plan and Wodonga CBA Revitalisation Design Guide by replacing the multiple land use zonings in the CBA with a single zone for better clarity, simplicity and certainty for the community.

The amendment is scheduled for public exhibition between March 24 and April 22, 2016. The Amendment will be available for public inspection at council offices or at www.delwp.vic.gov.au/ public-inspection. Written submissions about the Amendment must be received by council by April 22, 2016.

Leneva Baranduda Precinct Structure Plan

The Leneva Baranduda growth area is a long standing strategic direction for Wodonga. The Metropolitan Planning Authority (MPA) in conjunction with the Council is preparing the precinct structure plan (PSP) for the LenevaBaranduda PSP area. A PSP is a ‘big picture’ plan that sets the vision for developing new communities and is the primary plan for guiding urban development in growth areas. It identifies broad transport networks, employment and activity centres, residential areas and a public space network.

The MPA is currently collating a number of background technical studies to better inform the future urban form of the Precinct.

The PSP and its supporting documentation and plans will be placed on formal exhibition to seek comment from stakeholders and the community in mid-2016.

Wodonga Growth Strategy

As one of the fastest growing regional cities in Victoria, Wodonga is expected to double its population within 25 years. The Wodonga Growth Strategy is a key guiding document that seeks to respond to the challenges and opportunities this population growth presents.

Public consultation on the draft Growth Strategy concluded in December 2015.

The final Growth Strategy is anticipated for council adoption by mid-2016.

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Three years ago, the council commenced the revitalisation strategy for Wodonga’s CBA to enable the city centre to grow over the next 10 to 15 years.

The proposed Activity Centre Zone incorporates the CBA Revitalisation Plan’s objectives into the Wodonga Planning Scheme. It replaces multiple land use zonings in the CBA with a single zone while retaining all existing permitted land uses within the city centre.

Albury Wodonga Health chairman Lou Lieberman, pictured right, has been appointed as patron for the fundraising campaign, which hopes to raise $50,000 by end of the year.

PROJECT OR AMENDMENT PROJECT DESCRIPTION

IMPLEMENTING THE CBA PLAN NEW ACTIVITY CENTRE ZONE

The Activity Centre Zone arranges the CBA into a number of precincts, to identify the types of uses encouraged within the precinct. Each precinct will include objectives and guidelines to guide future development and to create a more consistent approach to development outcomes across the CBA. The current permitted uses remain unchanged in the Activity Centre Zone.

The amendment C124 is available for public exhibition at council offices and council website at wodonga. vic.gov.au until April 22, 2016. Members of the community can make a submission to the council during this public exhibition period.

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Are animal registrations due this month? How do I pay my animal registration?

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Can I g et a pe ns on my rates? ion concessio n

Can I report a problem or make a council payment online?

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Yes - If you’ve used up all your kitchen caddy liners, you can pick up 25 free replacement liners from Wodonga Council.

New rolls will be delivered to Wodonga homes in June (12 months after they were introduced - slightly later than Albury homes who are receiving their 12-month rolls now). You can also line your kitchen caddy with newspaper or drop your scraps directly in the green-lidded bin. More details at visit halvewaste.com.au

Yes – you can pay to register a new animal or renew a registration at wodonga.vic.gov.au or in person at Wodonga Council, 104 Hovell St. Registration for all animals living in Wodonga is due April 10 (note this date is not set by council). To register your pet, you need proof of micro-chipping and, for cats, a desexing certificate. Reduced registration rates apply for pension card holders. You can also update us online if an animal passes away or there is a change in ownership.

Yes – you can report a pothole, barking dog, damaged footpath or any other issue plus make council payments online by logging onto wodonga.vic.gov.au/onlineservices. If you’re on a mobile phone or tablet you will automatically be redirected to our new mobile-friendly service CityWatch. CityWatch also allows you to track your requests and see other issues that have been lodged.

Yes - a rate concession is granted to eligible pensioners who have full entitlements for the rating period (reminder notices will be issued in April and are due May 31, 2016). If you have not received a concession for the property that is your sole place of residence, you need to fill in and return to us in person the application form for a rates concession.

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9! WODONGA CBA DEVELOPMENT FRAMEWORK PLAN The Wodonga CBA Development Framework Plan sets out future land uses within the Wodonga CBA. The Development Framework Plan provides direction on future land use and the transportation and traffic mechanisms that will be required for these future land uses to occur.

Have your say at makewodongayours.com.au PROPOSED ACTIVITY CENTRE ZONE FOR THE CBA The proposed Activity Centre Zone incorporates the CBA Revitalisation Plan’s objectives into the Wodonga Planning Scheme. It replaces multiple land use zonings in the CBA with a single zone while retaining all existing permitted land uses within the city centre.

The amendment C124 is available for

public exhibition at council offices and the council’s website until April 22, 2016.

Members of the community can make a submission to the council during this public exhibition period.

Further enquiries can be made to the Strategic Planning Unit on (02) 6022 9300.

Figure 5: Wodonga CBA Precinct Areas

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What’s on at your local community centre ’S ON T A H W ICK TOP P

PHOTOGRAPHY WITH PETER CHARLESWORTH Learn the basics of photography with the highly experienced Peter Charlesworth. Peter is a professional photographer who will help give you the edge behind the camera.

Places limited. Bookings essential.

DATE: Tuesday, April 26 TIMES: 6pm to 8pm COST: $40 or $30 with concession

Baranduda Community Centre renovations update Our centre is really starting to take shape now and looking really wonderful. We have a fresh new office and foyer, offering a more inviting space for our visitors.

A new acoustic wall divider has been installed which is a great bonus for our music instructor and provides the opportunity to split room one and two for smaller groups.

Room two has been extended and with the addition of a kitchenette and more children’s toilets, this room will be a fantastic area for our Playgroup and Child Care.

We also have some fantastic plans for the landscaping, so keep your eye out for updates.

This room being more spacious will better accommodate our larger groups such as dancing, yoga and bike ed.

How to contact your local community centre and find it

Keep in touch with what’s happening at Baranduda Community Centre, sign up to the regular enewsletter at wod.city/BarandudaEnews

Baranduda Community Centre Address: 3 Sage Crt, Baranduda Opening hours: Office open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday.

Please note the centre is undergoing renovations.

Phone: (02) 6020 8643 Email: cbaranduda@wodonga.vic.gov.au

Belgrade Community Centre Address: 12 Belgrade Ave, Wodonga The office is unattended and all enquiries should be directed to Felltimber Community Centre on (02) 6043 4550 or cfelltimber@wodonga.vic.gov.au

Felltimber Community Centre Address: 189 Melrose Dve (cnr Melrose Dve and Felltimber Creek Rd), Wodonga Opening hours: Office open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday Phone: (02) 6043 4550 Email: cfelltimber@wodonga.vic.gov.au

What’s on at Felltimber Community Centre

Felltimber Group fitness The team from PT Private Fitness Studio, Wodonga loves to inspire healthy living through functional movement while helping you to achieve your fitness goals with purpose, support and accountability. With over 10 years of experience in the wellness industry, Kim and Andy collaborate to bring a freestyle and fun approach to every session. Weekly sessions will be held utilising the new outdoor gym equipment. Bookings essential.

Dates: Mondays from April 11 to June 20 (excluding public holidays) Times: 10am to 11am Cost: $90 per term

Felltimber Feast

Biggest Morning Tea

The centre will be providing a free barbecue banquet for the community. All those nearby are invited to enjoy a delicious meal and take up the opportunity to find out what’s happening at your local community centre. There will be fun activities for the family and prizes on offer, all with great company!

The centre will again be hosting a biggest morning tea in support of raising money for the Cancer Council Australia. Please bring a plate of food to share, and a kind donation. We want to beat the money raised last year so grab your family, friends and work mates and come support a great cause. All community members welcome.

Date: Thursday, April 29 Time: 5pm to 6.30pm Cost: Free

Date: Thursday, May 26 Time: 10.30am to 11.30am Cost: Donation to the cancer council.

Mosaic creations

Relaxation Meditation with Lynette McAuliffe

We will be holding a series of mosaic workshops for those who would like to learn the basics of creating a beautiful mosaic masterpiece.

Materials will be provided and the sessions will cover cutting various materilas (tiles, glass and old china), gluing and grouting. Participants can bring damaged sentimental items such as old tea cups etc that can be broken and re-used.

Come join in and learn the mindfulness meditation technique. It will not only help you health wise, but you will gain a sense of equilibrium, which will help to enhance a positive attitude towards life and others while giving you inner peace and tranquility. This class is held in a welcoming and relaxed environment.

Dates: Three Mondays from May 9 to May 23 Times: 9am to Noon Cost: $60 including materials.

Booking essential.

Dates: Thursdays, April 14 to June 23 Time: 7pm for newcomers, 7.30pm to 8.30pm for meditation Cost: Free Contact: Lynette McAuliffe on 0427 594 708

Laughter Yoga – with Colleen Templemen

Closing the Gap on Information Technology (IT)

Come and join in the fun with the laughter yoga group each Thursday. A great opportunity to de-stress and laugh with others. A daily chuckle is known to relieve stress. Unconditional laughter is something people do not get enough of, so come along and learn how. You will feel so much lighter for the experience.

Are you an older person who struggles to understand new technology? Bring along your mobile phone and/or iPad and learn some tips from Year 11 students from Catholic College Wodonga. This program allows students to give you one-on-one tutoring in the areas that you need help with.

Dates: Thursdays, April 14 to June 23 Time: 9.30am to 10.30am Cost: Gold coin donation

Dates: Monday, April 11 to June 20 Time: 2.15pm to 3.05pm and 12.15pm to 2.10pm alternating Cost: $5 per session Contact: (02) 6043 4550

Grandparents know how Are you an older person who would like to share your skills with others? Students from Catholic College Wodonga currently attend the centre to learn to knit, cook and assist in the garden as part of their school program. More of the older generations are encouraged to attend to teach the students new skills which will be incorporated into supporting the centre and community.

Dates: Monday, April 11 to June 20 Time: 2.15pm to 3.05pm and 12.15pm to 2.10pm alternating Cost: Free Contact: (02) 6043 4550

Community Cooking Supported by Foodshare

Relish Creations The team from the Community Cooking program will be offering a relish making session which will be open for all the community. Learn how to use leftover fruits and vegetables to create delicious relishes with easy simple step-by-step guidance.

Please bring a glass jar if you wish to take yours home. Bookings required.

Community Cooking is designed to support individuals and families with the cost of weekly food bills. Pop into the centre to create your own dinner in a relaxed and fun environment. Share cooking skills with others and learn how to create a simple yet satisfying meal while meeting new people. Food will be provided by FoodShare Wodonga and meals will be based on what is available at the time. Closed shoes are to be worn.

Date: Friday, April 22 (in place of the regular Community Cooking class) Time: 12.30pm to 2.30pm Cost: Gold coin donation

Dates and times: Wednesday evenings commencing January 27 from 5pm to 7pm, and Friday afternoons commencing January 29 from 12.30pm to 2.30pm.

COST: Free.

Fusion at Felltimber

Scrabble Club

The first Fusion session for Term 2 will be a pamper party! Get your hair African braided, enjoy a facial, or just relax in a tranquil environment.

There will even be grooming for the boys! The Fusion program offers a range of activities designed for 13 to 18-year-olds. These are casual sessions and future activities will include drumming/bongos, hip hop, movies, outdoor games, laser tag and more.

Come and challenge your word skills and stimulate your mind in a fun game of Scrabble. All skill levels are welcome so if you dare to Scrabble, come and dabble!

Dates: First and third Thursday of the month.

Thursday, April 21, May 5 and 19, June 2 and 16, and July 7 Time: 5pm to 8pm Cost: Free Contact: Ruth Grogan on 0448 989 833

Dates: Friday, April 15, May 20 and June 17 Times: 5.30pm to 7.30pm Cost: Gold coin donation Contact: (02) 6043 4550

FUSION Echo This program allows children to learn music skills incorporating singing, guitar and drumming in a relaxed and fun environment. This is a great opportunity to develop and expand new talents and build self confidence. Suitable for schoolaged children. Come join the fun and get your groove on.

Dates: First and third Thursday of the month, April 21, May 5 and 19, June 2 and 16 Times: 4pm to 5pm Cost: $5 per child

Deb Dresses and Suits wanted Do you have an old debutante/wedding dress that’s just hanging in the cupboard?

The centre is seeking loans or donations of dresses and/or suits to enable students to attend their debutante who may otherwise not have the opportunity to do so.

If you would like to get involved in supporting disadvantaged youth through a simple act of kindness, then please contact the centre on (02) 6043 4550.

Little Free Library

Walking Groups at Felltimber

The foyer is now home to a little free library. All community members are free to take a book, share or swap a book and even return a book when finished. Feel free to relax at the centre or simply loan a book. Come get lost in adventures.

Walking groups are held for people of various levels of fitness. Ask at the centre for more information on dates and times.

Hall hirers at Felltimber Community Centre

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Albury Wodonga Mind, Body, Spirit Town Club

Family History

Bandiana Neighbourhood House (Teens into fitness)

Brickz4Kidz

Wodonga Activity Club

What’s on at Baranduda Community Centre

Self defence for Women This is a six-week course consisting of 1½ hour classes each week that will teach you some great skills and self-defence techniques.

Terry Watson has many years of experience teaching self-defence and is passionate about sharing his knowledge and teaching these skills to others. These classes are tailored for women of all ages, teaching them self-awareness, the importance of physical health, to be more vigilant with their surroundings and basic self-defence techniques. Bookings are essential.

Dates: Wednesdays, April 20 to May 25 Time: 6pm to 7.30pm Cost: $80 Venue: Belgrade Ave Community Centre Contact: (02) 6020 8643

BYG NIGHTS! Baranduda Youth Group

WHATEVA! by Gateway Health

BYG Nights is all about hanging out and having fun with your friends. Once a month the group gets together and does some pretty awesome activities, like exploding watermelons and making lava lamps. Come and hang out and learn some new games, science experiments and crafty activities. A light snack is provided. Ages eight to 14 years.

This program covers: • Changes facing adolescence; • Research around brain development and its impacts; • The challenges facing adolescence and parents/carers; • Connecting and communicating; • Emotion tuning; and, • Risk-taking behaviour.

Dates: Fridays, May 6, June 3 and July 1 Time: 5.30pm to 7.30pm Cost: $10 Venue: Baranduda Community Centre Contact: (02) 6020 8643

Date: Tuesday, May 17 Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm Location: Belgrade Ave Community Centre Cost: Gold coin donation Contact: (02) 6020 8643

Tuning into kids Five-week program by Gateway Health

Mindfulness Meditation Workshops These one-hour workshops are designed to teach adults the various types of meditation and how to incorporate them into everyday life.

Mindfulness meditation will assist you in taking on any challenge thrown your way. Lynette offers her vast experience and skills to the community, on a voluntary basis, as she believes she has witnessed many people benefit from learning the art of meditation and mindfulness throughout her career.

A program for parents/carers of children aged two to eight years. This program helps you tune into your child’s emotions and manage their behaviour.

You will learn about “emotion coaching” by helping children to understand and regulate their emotions. It will help you to respond to your child’s individual needs in ways that suit them and the family.

Dates: Tuesdays, May 24 to June 21 Time: 6.30pm to 8.30pm Location: Belgrade Ave Community Centre Cost: Gold coin donation Contact: (02) 6020 8643

Monday Hall hirers at Belgrade Community Centre

Date: Wednesday, June 22 Time: 7pm for newcomers, 7.30pm to 8.30pm Cost: Gold coin donation Venue: Baranduda Community Centre Contact: (02) 6020 8643

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Line Dancing

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Yoga

Playgroups at your community centres smalltalk playgroup smalltalk playgroups are free and are for families with children aged one to three years. Younger and older brothers and sisters are welcome to attend. smalltalk playgroups are funded by the Victorian Government and co-ordinated by the Parenting Research Centre. The playgroups involve weekly group sessions with a facilitator and will run during school terms. smalltalk is a program designed to enhance children’s language and communication skills through parenting strategies and play.

DATES: Tuesdays during school terms TIME: 9.30am to 11.30am COST: Free CONTACT: 0411 989 205

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smalltalk Multiple birth playgroup 9.30am playgroup to 11.30am 10am to noon

Felltimber Community Centre Baranduda Community Centre

Monday playgroup 9.30am to 11.30am

Belgrade Avenue Community Centre

smalltalk playgroup 9.30am to 11.30am and 12.30pm to 3.30pm

Friday Friday playgroup 9.30am to 11.30am

(currently running at other venues due to renovations)

Tuesday playgroup 9.30am to 11.30am

PLAYGROUPS AT FELLTIMBER Come along to playgroup where you and your children can make new friends, develop children’s social skills and, of course, have fun! A great opportunity for parents and carers to have a cuppa and meet others in an informal setting.

Grandparent playgroup 9.30am to 11.30am

Thursday playgroup 9.30am to 11.30am

Friday playgroup 9.30am to 11.30

ALBURY-WODONGA MULTIPLE BIRTH ASSOCIATION (AWMBA) The group offers an environment to openly share the special experiences, joys and challenges associated with being part of a multiple birth family.

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IN BRIEF ABC FRIENDS FORUM ABC Friends NSW and Victoria are holding a public meeting on the Future of Your ABC in Rural and Regional Australia at The Cube Wodonga, 118 Hovell St, 5.30pm on Thursday, April 7.

Strong fix-it success rate for Border’s repair cafe ILLEGAL WORKS The Building Act 1993 (the act) and Building Regulations 2006 (the regulations) legislate that most building work is subject to the issuing of a building permit. This includes new construction, most alterations, all swimming pools and spas, demolitions and removals.

Hear candidates for 2016 election and Ranald McDonald, former editorin-chief of The Age and 3LO presenter.

For further information phone (03) 96820073 or 0429 355 474 visit abcfriends.org.au/ FOURTH AND FINAL RATES INSTALMENT

Wodonga’s Pete Haynes and the bicycle that was fixed at Repair Cafe.

Reminder notices will be issued later this month (April) for the fourth rate instalment of the 20152016 rates and charges.

Repair Café Albury-Wodonga has got off to a strong start, with 80 per cent of 80 items brought to the first two sessions repaired.

The due date for payment is May 31, 2016 and also any arrears of previous instalments.

The final session of the trial will be held on April 30.

DO YOU USE BPAY VIEW? Wodonga Council is able to issue rate notices via BPay View directly to your personal internet banking portal. Register through your internet banking site.

If you register before the notices go out then you will receive the notice directly into your internet banking site and will receive a notification either via SMS or email to say it is available for viewing.

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, please contact the customer focus team on (02) 6022 9300 to provide the email address.

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Furniture and bike repairs have featured but the most popular items have been clothing and textiles, followed by batteryoperated appliances.

The success rate with textiles has been very high, especially clothing, but also cloth bags and sheets.

Battery-operated appliances have proved more challenging, but

success stories include several torches, a clock, scales, de-piller and timer.

Wodonga resident Pete Haynes has been a repeat visitor, having brought along a bike with multiple mechanical problems and two remote controlled toys.

“I learnt a lot about maintaining and repairing my bike and am more motivated to do it myself in future,” he said.

“It was a really useful experience with lots of friendly people and it didn’t cost anything.

“Even when a remote controlled toy we brought in

Join the committee for Senior Celebrations Looking to give something back to the Wodonga community?

Committee volunteers assist in the planning and implementation of events. It requires a time commitment of attendance at meetings (1.5 hours about every three weeks from April to September), additional time as required researching and planning

The Repair Café AlburyWodonga is a community initiative supported by Halve Waste.

It is free of charge and bookings are not required.

The final session in the Repair Café trial will be on Saturday, April 30 from 10am to 1pm at the Wodonga Senior Citizens Centre.

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proposed events, plus volunteering at various events throughout October.

People can also be an onthe-day event volunteer.

Please register your interest with Melissa Nagle on (02) 6022 9281 or mnagle@wodonga.vic.gov.au by 5pm on Wednesday April 13, 2016.

Undertaking building work without obtaining the necessary building permit is a serious offence and can result in severe penalties, including acourt appearance before a magistrate and prescribed penalty of up to $10,000.

A common misconception is works with a value of less than $5000 are exempt. This is not correct.

If you are unsure if your project requires a building permit, please contact a member of the Building Services team on (02) 6022 9300.

Leader needed for Midnight Basketball People passionate about the wellbeing of young people are urged to nominate themselves as chairperson for the highly successful and awarded Midnight Basketball Wodonga.

Get involved in the Wodonga’s Senior Celebrations to be held throughout the month of October.

The council is looking for active community members who would like to volunteer.

was not repairable we learnt more about how it worked and why it had stopped working.”

A building permit ensures that: • The builder is registered and insured; • Documentation is adequate and independently reviewed; • Key stages of the works are independently inspected; and • Once complete, the works are suitable for occupation/ use.

The program uses basketball to engage local disadvantaged or at-risk youth build skills and confidence, and identify and embrace positive opportunities in their lives and local community.

The next eight week tournaments are planned for May and then July at the Wodonga Sports and Leisure Centre.

The night starts at 7.30pm and ends about 11.30pm, with a bus taking participants safely home.

The chair is not required to attend all of the tournament nights, rather they oversee the committee setup and management of the tournament.

Ideally the chair will have experience on committees or boards and overseeing people.

For more information, please contact Wodonga@ midnightbasketball.org.au or call Rachel Habgood on (02) 6022 9701.

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Woodlock come from the city streets to the SoundOut16 stage

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Woodlock, who gained popularity by busking on the streets of Melbourne, has joined the line-up for SoundOut16 on April 8 to kickoff National Youth Week.

Originally from Yarrawonga, the three-piece alternative folk rock ensemble (pictured) has just wrapped a huge tour selling out rooms all over the country and finishing up the year on NYE on The Hill and Falls Festival.

The band comprises Kiwi brothers Zech and Eze Walters on guitar and vocals, and their friend Bowen Purcell on percussion.

Their 2014 EP Labour of Love made it into the top 100 in the ARIA charts, as well as charting on ITunes.

Woodlock released Sirens in September last year which gained them spots on the

LEGO CLUB independent charts, top 50 iTunes charts and top 10 spots on Spotify viral charts.

Wodonga’s new youth festival, SoundOut16 will be held at Birallee Park, Marshall St, from 4pm to 8pm. Entry is free.

also feature The Northern Folk, Vee and Josh and Riot Kingdom. Other activities include DJs, table tennis and mini golf. This event is supported by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments.

FOR MORE INFORMATION facebook.com/WodongaYouth

The all-ages, drug, alcohol and smoke-free event will

Picture yourself at Bonegilla Put yourself in the picture with photo re-creation stations at Bonegilla Migrant Experience these school holidays.

Two photo stations will be established at the site along with props to recreate a photo taken of residents when the Bonegilla Migrant Reception and Training Centre was in operation.

There will also be traditional games such as hooky and bocce, while the recreation hut will be open with bi-lingual books and colouring-in activities for children.

Children can also explore the Suitcase Trail, which offers an intimate and personal insight into Bonegilla camp life using a smart device.

The school holiday program will be held throughout the month to Sunday, April 24. The site is open daily from 10am to 4pm.

Albury Wodonga Artists Society has two upcoming exhibitions in April and May. Faces and Figures will run until June 7 at Garden Gallery Cafe, Wodonga Plant Farm, Huon Creek Rd, Wodonga, and explores the inquisitive nature and personal interpretation of the art of portraiture with that of the human figure and form.

Dynamic Acrylic will run until May 2 at Paint Box Studio, Gateway Village, Lincoln Causeway in Wodonga and will feature a range of styles and techniques will present quality works highlighting the versatility of the acrylic medium in dynamic representations.

THE WEDDING, WINE AND FOOD FESTIVAL ALBURY WODONGA If you are recently engaged and planning your special day this is the event for you and if you are in the wedding service business this is the event for you.

When: Saturday, April 30 from 5pm to 9pm and Sunday, May 1 from 10am to 3pm.

Where: The Cube Wodonga Details: ourweddingexpos.com. au/expos.htm

When: Saturday, April 30 from 9am to noon

When: Monday, April 11 and Tuesday, April 26 from 4pm to 5pm Age: Eight to 12 years Cost: Free Bookings required: (02) 6022 9330 TINKER TEAM Get hands on with technology and learn new skills in this after-school maker space.

Develop the techniques to start creating your own projects. Over four sessions you will learn about programming, robotics, design and electronics.

Visitors are then encouraged to share their photo on social media using the tags #bonegillamigrantexperience or #bmethenandnow

Faces, figures feature

Build and create in this after-school group for master builders. Join the club every fortnight to imagine around a new theme.

Books start from 50 cents.

Come along to the library to bag a bargain.

When: Mondays, April 18 and May 2 from 4.30pm to 6pm Age: 10 to 15 years Cost: Free Bookings required: (02) 6022 9330

STAR WARS DAY May the force be with you, as you use your Jedi skills in a range of galactic activities.

Karaoke, crafts and activities for the whole family.

Costumes encouraged.

When: Wednesday, May 4 from 6pm to 7.30pm Cost: Free

MANGA AND ANIME This fan group meets monthly to discuss their favourite manga and anime.

When: Thursday, April 21 from 5.30pm to 6.30pm Age: High school Cost: $4 for pizza BOOK SALE The Friends of Wodonga Library book sale in on again.

TECH SESSIONS IN THE LIBRARY - MAC IT classes will be held on the first Friday of the month.

Come along with the willingness to learn something new. This session will focus on Apple Mac computers.

When: Friday, May 6 from 10am to noon Cost: Free Bookings required: (02) 6022 9330

FOR MORE INFORMATION wodongalibrary.com.au

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CATCH A SHOW DON’T MISS

THE TEN SOPRANOS – TIME TO WIN TOUR

A camera on Gallipoli In 1915 soldier and surgeon Sir Charles Ryan captured the Australian experience on Gallipoli via a series of candid photographs (see Gallipoli Peninsula, above). Ryan’s sensitivity, his empathy with those on both sides, and his eye for the remarkable – and the remarkable in the everyday – are apparent in his photographic work.

These images from a Australian War Memorial travelling exhibition reveal the true spirit of Anzac.

Exhibition: Friday, April 1 to Saturday, April 30 Opening: Saturday, April 2 10am This exhibition contains graphic sensitive material that children may find confusing or upsetting.

Art Buzz for little hands Creative visual art workshops for little hands, relating to the current exhibition. For ages three to five years and their parent/guardian. Bookings essential.

When: Fridays, April 15, 22 and 29 from 10.30am to 11.30am.

Cost: $5 per family Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600

Tangibility/Abstraction Melbourne-based artist Petra Nicel presents a new body of work that crosses the boundaries of photo media and installation.

Nicel’s imagery includes suggestions of cloud-like forms and substances that give the sensation of floating, and of experiencing the unknown (see Fragile, right) An immersive experience, this exhibition includes a collection of immaculate images and moments that present as the familiar, and yet the unknown.

The contrasting elements throughout the show grant its success.

This show is not an imitation; it is original, world class and beautifully delivered!

Possibly the most powerful all female group in Australia.

The group is led by The Singers’ singer, Penny Pavlakis, whose critically acclaimed talent brings to the stage star quality few can match.

When: Friday, April 15 at 8pm Where: The Cube Wodonga Cost: $56, concession $46 and student $36 Bookings essential: The Cube Wodonga box office on (02) 6022 9311 or at thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

AND THEN HE CAME HOME Be among the first to hear from Lillian as she shares her experience of returning home from World War I, falling in love with Lenny - an Aboriginal Anzac whom she nursed at Gallipoli - and the challenges they faced in a black and white postwar Australia. Performed by local actor Natasha Quinn.

View the exhibition A camera on Gallipoli

and meet the actor and playwright after the show.

When: Wednesday, April 20 at 11am Where: Arts Space Wodonga Cost: $10 adults, $5 students, and teachers free Bookings essential: The Cube Wodonga box office on (02) 6022 9311 or at thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

GIGGLE AND HOOT AND FRIENDS Jimmy Giggle, Hoot and Hootabelle are setting off again on another giggle-icious live stage adventure with their friends the Bananas in Pyjamas.

At long last the Giggle-mobile will make its way to Wodonga for the first time. In fact, this is the first time they have been on a regional tour!

And be on the lookout for Jimmy Giggle-ini ... the world’s greatest magician!

Exhibition: Friday, May 6 to Saturday, May 28 Opening: Friday, May 6 at 5.30pm Artist floor talk: Saturday, May 7 at 10am

When: Saturday, April 23 at 11am and 1pm Where: The Cube Wodonga Cost: $32.90, toddlers 18 months and younger free Bookings essential: The Cube Wodonga box office on (02) 6022 9311 or at thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets

THE CUBE WODONGA WOULD LIKE TO ACKNOWLEDGE OUR 2016 SEASON SPONSORS

FOR MORE INFORMATION facebook.com/ArtsSpaceWodonga

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APRIL Sunday

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Tuesday

Wednesday

A Camera on Gallipoli Until Saturday, April 30, free ASW Talk and Tour By appointment, free

Thursday

Premier’s Active April activeapril.vic.gov.au

ASW Easter School Holidays program

A Camera on Gallipoli

4 52 Storey Treehouse 5 ASW Holiday Activity 10am-noon, Free, bookings required WL Kids Cooking Club 10am, 12.30pm, $20 per child ($15 per additional siblings).

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A Camera on Gallipoli 6 drama workshop 10am to noon, $15, family $25, age 10+ years ASW Square dancing 7.30pm to 9.30pm, $5 Wodonga Senior Citizens’ Centre

Playstation Playoffs 7 2pm to 4pm, free, school aged WL Community Forum - ABC Services to the Albury Wodonga Region 5.30pm to 7.30pm. Cube

Grandparents know how 10 Lego Club 11 Community Impact 12 2.15pm to 3.05pm, free. FT 4pm to 5pm, ages 8 to 12, Grant deadline (and again free WL May 10) Felltimbers Groups Fitness 10am to 11am. $90 per term. Bookings essential. FT

A Camera on Gallipoli 13 torchlight talk and tour 7pm to 9pm, free ASW Square dancing 7.30pm to 9.30pm, $5 Wodonga Senior Citizens’ Centre Birallee Park, Community Cooking 5pm to 7pm, free FT

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Friday April 8 4pm to 8pm Marshall St,

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Grandparents know how 17 Tinker Team 18 2.15pm to 3.05pm, free. FT 4.30pm to 6pm, 10 to 15 years, free WL Felltimbers Groups Fitness 10am to 11am. $90 per term. Bookings essential. FT

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Grandparents know how 24 Anzac Day 25 2.15pm to 3.05pm, free. FT Dawn service at 5.45am, memorial march along High St at 10.45am, service at 11am, free Woodland Grove

FREE entry

Friday

Saturday

Easter school holiday program 1 10am to 4pm daily, free BME Friday Films 9.30am to 4.30pm, free Cube Tech session – Windows 8.1 10am to noon, free, bookings required WL BYG Nights 6pm to 8pm, eight to 14 years, $10 BCC Mosaics for Juniors 10.30am, $5 FCC

A Camera on Gallipoli 2 official opening 10am, free ASW The Shell Questacon Science Circus 10am to 3pm, $6 or children $5 (pay on the day Cube only)

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Fish-a-thon 10am to 1pm, free

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4pm to 8pm, free Birallee Park Friday Films 9.30am to 4.30pm, free.

Cube

The Ten Sopranos 15 Australian Heritage 8pm, $56, concession $46, Week student $36 Cube April 16 to 24 Art Buzz 10.30am to 11.30am, $5 per family, age 3 to 5 years ASW FUSION youth event Pamper party 5.30pm to 7.30pm, Gold coin entry, 13 to 18 years FT

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And Then He Came Home 20 11am, $10 or students $5 (teachers freeThe with children), Northern Folk bookings via The Cube ASW Square dancing 7.30pm to 9.30pm, $5 Wodonga Senior Citizens’ Centre Community Cooking 5pm to 7pm, free FT Self defence for Women 6pm to 7.30pm, $80 per term BCC

Featuring Vee & Josh riot kingdom Woodlock

Manga and Anime Club 21 5.30pm to 7.30pm, $4 for pizza WL ECHO music program 3.45pm to 4.45pm, school aged children. $5 FT Scrabble Club 6pm to 9pm, free FT

Art Buzz 22 10.30am to 11.30am, $5 per family, age 3 to 5 years ASW Craft ‘n’ Cuppa 12.30pm to 2.30pm, gold coin entry.

FT Relish Creations 12.30pm to 2.30pm, free FT

Giggle and Hoot and Friends 11am and 1pm, $32.90 Cube

Lego Club 26 4pm to 5pm, ages 8 to 12, free WL Photography with Peter Charlesworth 6pm to 8pm. $40 or $30 with concession. Bookings essential.

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Square dancing 27 7.30pm to 9.30pm, $5 Wodonga Senior Citizens’ Centre Community Cooking 5pm to 7pm, free FT Self defence for Women 6pm to 7.30pm, $80 per term BCC

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Art Buzz 29 10.30am to 11.30am, $5 per family, age 3 to 5 years ASW Felltimber Feast 5pm to 6.30pm, free FT Community Impact Partnership Program deadline 5pm Community Cooking 12.30pm to 2.30pm, free FT

Book sale 30 9am to noon WL Albury Wodonga Wedding Wine and Food Festival 5pm to 9pm, And Sunday May 1 from 10am to 3pm Cube

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Star Wars Day 4 6pm to 7.30pm, free WL Community Cooking 5pm to 7pm, free FT Self defence for Women 6pm to 7.30pm, $80 per term BCC Square dancing 7.30pm to 9.30pm, $5 Wodonga Senior Citizens’

Scrabble Club 5 6pm to 9pm, free FT ECHO music program 3.45pm to 4.45pm, school aged children. $5 FT

Tangibility/Abstraction 6 official opening 5.30pm, until May 28, free ASW Tech sessions in the library – MAC 10am to noon, free, bookings required WL Community Cooking 12.30pm to 2.30pm, free FT BYG NIGHTS! 5.30pm to 7.30pm, $10 BCC

Tangibility/Abstraction 7 artist floor talk 10am, free ASW Petra Nicel Workshop 11.30am to 1.30pm, $10 book via Cube

ASW

Felltimbers Groups Fitness9 Lego Club 10 10am to 11am. $90 per 4pm to 5pm, ages 8 to 12, WL term. Bookings essential. FT free Mosaic Creations 9am to noon, $60 inc materials. Bookings essential. FT

Community Cooking 11 5pm to 7pm, free FT Self defence for Women 6pm to 7.30pm, $80 per term BCC Square dancing 7.30pm to 9.30pm, $5 Wodonga Senior Citizens’ Centre

Felltimber Group Fitness

Self defence for women Grandparents know how 1 Tinker Team 2 2.15pm to 3.05pm, free. FT 4.30pm to 6pm, 10 to 15 years, free WL Felltimbers Groups Fitness 10am to 11am. $90 per term. Bookings essential. FT

MAY Mother’s Day 8 Sunday Roast 11am to 2.30pm, adults $30, children (2-12) $20 BME Mothers Day Classic 10am Sumsion Gardens Grandparents know how 2.15pm to 3.05pm, free. FT

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Community Cooking 13 Fungi Workshop 14 12.30pm to 2.30pm, free 10.15am to 4.30pm, $80 FT BME Relaxation meditation 7pm, free FT Laughter Yoga 9.30am to 10.30am, gold coin FT

Tangibility/Abstraction

ASW - Arts Space Wodonga Cnr Lawrence and Hovell streets p: (02) 6022 9600 facebook.com/ ArtsSpaceWodonga Open: Monday to Friday 9.30am to 5pm; Saturday 9am to 12pm.

Open for programs as scheduled

WL - Wodonga Library 126 Hovell St, Wodonga p: (02) 6022 9330 wodongalibrary.com.au facebook.com/ WodongaLibrary Open: Monday to Friday 10am to 5.30pm; Saturday 9am to 12pm.

Open for programs as scheduled

The Cube - The Cube Wodonga 118 Hovell St, Wodonga p: (02) 6022 9311 w: thecubewodonga.com.au facebook.com/ thecubewodonga Open: Monday to Friday from 9.30am to 5pm; Saturday from 9.30am to 12.30pm.

BCC - Baranduda Community Centre 3 Sage Crt, Baranduda p: (02) 6020 8643 facebook.com/BarandudaCC FT - Felltimber Community Centre 189 Melrose Drive p: (02) 6043 4550 facebook.com/FelltimberCC

BME - Bonegilla Migrant Experience 82 Bonegilla Rd, Bonegilla p: (02) 6020 6912 bonegilla.org.au Open: 10am to 4pm daily

FULL LISTING OF EVENTS wodonga.vic.gov.au/whatson

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