CityLife 2017 (Issue 2 - March)

WODONGA - ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES

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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 March 20.

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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ACKNOWLEDGMENT OF COUNTRY In the spirit of reconciliation, Wodonga Council acknowledges the traditional owners of this land on which it stands, and pays its respects to their Elders past, present and future, for they hold the memories, the traditions and the culture of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People.

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Local identity Bill Orr isn’t much for fanfare or fuss, even in the lead up to his 80th birthday last month.

But typical of his giving and no-complaining attitude, when his home was inundated with family to celebrate his birthday, he and wife Marie happily surrendered their bed and their home and decamped to the caravan on the front lawn.

That same generous and stoic spirit has been evident throughout his life.

A highly respected member of the Wodonga police force for much of his life, Bill felt

his career was the best job in the world.

were where Target is now,” Bill said.

He was also a huge driving force for two decades behind another of his passions – cycling – as part of the former Wodonga Cycling Club.

Bill was named Wodonga Citizen of the Year in 1985 and has a park named in his honour on Silva Drive.

Then after retiring in 2002, Bill dedicated much time and energy to the Royal Blind Institute of Victoria, and Neighbourhood Watch (both since subsumed into other organisations).

“Wodonga has changed incredibly over the years – when I moved here there was no bridge over House Creek, and the saleyards

He was also presented with a Wodonga Council Eagle Award in recognition of his work improving others’ lives, and a state award for his contribution to Neighbourhood Watch.

“We’ve had a terrific life,” Bill said.

“Our generation had the best of it – we always had work, and we could afford to buy a house.”

CFA showcases emergency skills The dedication and skills of the Country Fire Authority (CFA) will be on display when the CFA Rural Championships come to Wodonga on Saturday, April 1 and Sunday, April 2.

The championships simulate drills to practice skills used in many emergency fire response situations, and are a series of events run against the clock using firefighting equipment on replica tanker stands.

CFA championships have been held ever since the gold rush in the 1850s. These days, two competitions are held at state level (rural and urban championships) every year. The state championships are the

pinnacle event after a series of district-based competitions throughout the year, and this year they will be held at the La Trobe University soccer ovals.

On average, 80 senior and 70 junior teams compete in the championships from 50 brigades around Victoria.

With approximately 1000 competitors and 2000 support people and spectators, it promises to be a great spectacle. The younger CFA volunteers in particular ensure that the CFA maintains its vitality and commitment to adapting to the changing needs in the community.

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DRAGON BOATS HEADING OUR WAY

Artwork transforms Willow Park

A community group has used a grant from Wodonga Council to transform a barren walkway in their local park into a place full of colour and where people can connect.

The Friends of Willow Park received a Community Impact Grant in 2016 to create a meeting place where ideas can be exchanged, and to raise awareness of the diversity in the community. Ultimately they hoped to help people connect with and respect

the rich tapestry within our society.

The group has created two indigenous artworks that have transformed the barren walkway. Plants and other landscaping completed the project, providing an area to host storytelling events focusing on indigenous arts and culture.

Local artist David Dunn painted the first mural that features many of the characters who walk in

It’s almost show time!

The sign’s gone up, and the show is almost here!

Wodonga Show is on Saturday, March 18 from 9am to 4pm at Wodonga Racecourse Recreation and Showground Reserve.

This year you can walk on the wild side with Chris Humphrey and his many rare and endangered animals or bounce about with a funfilled laugh-out-loud game of Bubble Soccer.

You can whirl and twirl at the carnival. You can see animals galore both in the nursery, competing in the ring or fluffing feathers in the poultry shed.

This year marks the 25th ‘Chryslers on the Murray’, one of Australia’s biggest car shows that has grown from humble beginnings with 60 cars in 1991, to an expected 700 or more vehicles plus 55 swap vendors this year.

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A second shows House Creek as the Rainbow Serpent cuts a sway through the land, populating it with creatures.

More than 60 people attended a storytelling event in February.

In the future, the group plans to plant reeds in the wetlands to provide materials for weaving.

categories with up to six dragon boats per event, making a total of 120 paddlers on the water at any one time.

The championships are rotated around Australian states on an annual basis and this is the first time the national championships have been held in a regional area.

Firstly, the 200m sprint is a fast and furious dash for the line, which produces some very exciting finishes.

The event will be held over six days from Wednesday, April 19 until Monday, April 24.

More than 3000 paddlers from all over Australia will descend on Wodonga to compete in Junior, Masters, Premier and state versus state category events.

Each day will see more than 1100 paddlers compete in their respective categories, offering spectators a thrillpacked event which can be easily viewed from the banks of the lake.

There will be three race

PRAISE RAINS DOWN IN DR JOHN SCHLINK PARK

MORE INFORMATION wodongashow.org.au

The show is a must see for all motoring enthusiasts both young and old.

It provides a unique opportunity for visitors to see a broad range of Valiants, Plymouths, Dodges, Chryslers and celebrate the 46th anniversary of the legendary Charger.

MORE INFORMATION chryslersonthemurray.com.au

Secondly, the 500m race is a mix between a sprint and an endurance event that tests the fitness and stamina of all paddlers.

Finally, the 2km race will see crews race twice around the lake to the pounding beat of each boat’s drummer – a truly exciting spectacle.

Dragon boat racing has cultural origins in ancient China and has evolved into a highly competitive sport right across the globe.

Fast, furious and fun, dragon boating is the ultimate team sport. Entry into the Australian Championships for spectators is free.

CALLING OUR CITY’S YOUNG LEADERS Wodonga Council is calling for nominations for the 2017 Youth Leadership Program.

Now in its ninth year, the program is for young people aged 18 to 24 and who live, work or study in Wodonga.

And don’t forget the many other activities, exhibits and displays, entertainment, music and showbags. So save the date and join the celebrations.

Chryslers on the Murray The southern hemisphere’s biggest annual Chrysler expo is returning to Wodonga on Saturday, March 18 and Sunday, March 19 at Gateway Lakes.

Willow Park as well as many symbols for indigenous artwork and storytelling.

It’s Victoria’s turn to stage the Australian Dragon Boat Championships with Wodonga’s Gateway Lakes hosting the event.

When Graham Taylor moved to Schlink St five years ago, he used to pick up rubbish almost daily at Dr John Schlink Park.

These days, he can’t praise Wodonga Council highly enough for how well maintained the park is.

“One day I was having lunch and I watched Phil Liston (the outdoor groundsman) at work and he showed absolute due diligence,” Graham said.

“He didn’t waste any time – he started with the edges (and that’s the first time I’d seen anyone do

the edges at this park), he picked up any rubbish, he mowed, he sprayed, then he still had a walk around to check all was in good shape.”

“I used to work in the building industry where you had 10 different tradesmen doing 10 different jobs, and everyone blamed someone else.

“But council’s onestop-shop system for maintaining parks is very efficient and thorough; you’re doing a great job.”

It’s free, and it helps develop future leaders through skills sessions, guest speakers, training, individual development plans for each participant, one-onone mentoring, community projects, and developing networks.

The six-month program starts with a compulsory four-day opening retreat in Bright in May, followed by fortnightly meetings on Wednesdays until October.

Speakers for this year’s program include a range of high-achievers.

Applications close at 5pm on Friday, March 31.

MORE INFORMATION bit.ly/WodongaYLP

Thanks Graham!

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YOUR COUNCIL TAKE CARE OF YOUR FURRY FRIENDS

MARCH, 2017

Sort your waste and save money

Wodonga residents are reminded to register their four-legged family members

by Monday, April 10, or risk a $311 fine.

All pets, including dogs and cats, must be registered by that date each year, with renewal notices distributed early March.

Please also ensure your pet’s microchip is up-todate, so the rangers can return the animal promptly if it escapes.

In Wodonga, there are 7136 dogs registered and 1994 cats registered, with the top pet names being Bella, Charlie, Max and Molly.

Discounts are available for pets that meet certain criteria, such as those that are desexed or more than 10 years of age.

Council will doorknock in May to ensure that all dogs and cats over three months of age are registered.

Registration fees provide a service for owners to report lost and found pets, for council officers to respond to calls about wandering animals or noise complaints, to monitor pet shops and boarding kennels, and more.

MORE INFORMATION bit.ly/animalregistration

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Pile 1

Unsorted load? $47* Households can potentially save money by sorting their trailer or ute before heading to Wodonga Waste Transfer Station.

Many items can be recycled for free including cardboard and paper, some plastics, glass, car and truck batteries, paint, TVs, and computer-related products.

Other items can be recycled for a fee (concrete, bricks, green waste, timber, soil, electrical waste, gas cylinders, mattresses, whitegoods and more).

The Mayor, councillors and executive have been meeting community members through “The Wodonga We All Want to Live In” consultations including at roundtables, neighbourhood forums and Seats on the Streets.

Sorted load: save $20!

Pile 1 (recycled for free): TV, motor oil, toy fire truck, bike, picture frames, stryofoam.

Pile 2 (recycled at a cost): green waste, plastic containers, tyres, timber, gas bottles, fire extinguisher, red-lidded bin full of waste.

By sorting your waste into what can be recycled for free and what can’t, you’ll reduce what goes into landfill (helping the environment) while also saving money.

Frequent visitors (more than 10 visits per month) can apply for a credit account.

The Waste Transfer Station is at 29 Kane Rd, Wodonga.

Opening hours are Monday to

Friday from 9am to 5pm; and Saturday, Sunday and public holidays from 10am to 4pm.

It is closed on Good Friday, Easter Sunday, Anzac Day and Christmas Day. * Estimate based on twin cab ute.

Preschool is free if you have

The Mayor has visited schools including Wodonga Senior Secondary College, St Augustine’s and Victory Lutheran School.

The Mayor and CEO have met with several state ministers and their advisers including Major Projects and Regional Development as well as Vic Chamber. The Mayor and CEO attended Regional Cities Victoria hearing from Tim Smith, Shadow Parliamentary Secretary to the Leader, Population Policy and Housing Affordability.

Councillors met member for Northern Victoria Wendy Lovell, member for Benambra Bill Tilley.

MORE INFORMATION wod.city/WasteTS

Thinking about preschool?

Did you know you can enrol your four-year-old in preschool for up to 15 hours a week to give them affordable and educational fun?

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a Health Care Card; otherwise there is a small fee but the costs are heavily subsidised.

You can enrol for 2017 (or 2018) in one of six different centres across Wodonga.

Three-year-olds can also be enrolled for up to three hours per week.

Phone (02) 6022 9300 to find out more or enrol your child in one of our preschools.

The Mayor and CEO attended the Ratepayers Association of Wodonga, hosted the Hume Corridor Passenger Rail group and met Senator Bridget McKenzie and Minister for Resources and Regional Australia Senator Matt Canavan.

MAYOR CR ANNA SPEEDIE

CR KAT BENNETT

CR LIBBY HALL

CR DANNY LOWE

0417 138 938 aspeedie@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0466 731 179 kbennett@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0466 731 180 lhall@wodonga.vic.gov.au

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

CR RON MILDREN

CR TIM QUILTY

CR JOHN WATSON

0466 731 182 rmildren@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0466 731 183 tquilty@wodonga.vic.gov.au

0428 325 377 jwatson@wodonga.vic.gov.au

NEXT COUNCIL MEETING The next meeting is scheduled for March 20.

Council meetings are open to the public. Meetings are held in the council chambers, level two, city offices, 104 Hovell St, Wodonga and commence at 6pm. Agendas can be downloaded from the council’s website the Friday prior to the meeting.

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What's on?

M A RC H 6 TO APRIL 3

TO P P I C K EVENT

SoundOut17 Saturday, April 1 6pm to 10pm The Cube Wodonga and surrounding venues Free youth festival, new venues, new program. Held during National Youth Week, SoundOut17 positively celebrates all things youth and is an event not to be missed! Check out music, art, giant games and much more.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9300 Cost: Free

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Chryslers on the Murray Saturday, March 18 to Sunday, March 19 9am to 4pm Gateway Lakes The southern hemisphere’s biggest annual Chrysler expo celebrates its 25th year in 2017. From humble beginnings with 60 cars on display in 1991, the show has grown to an amazing 700 vehicles.

The show is a ‘must see’ for all motoring enthusiasts, both young and old.

EVENT

Party at The Promenade Celebrating the first anniversary of The Promenade Friday, March 31 5pm to 8pm The Promenade, Junction Place, Wodonga Miss Amelie, BeanStation Café, The Goods Shed Craft Beer Café. Local purveyors of craft beer, gourmet food and wine.

Be entertained with the crafty acoustic sounds of the dynamic duo, Lion Bear.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9300 Cost: Free entry

Enquiries: Rod Taylor 0414 882 782 Cost: $5 (under 16 free)

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Architecture of Loss

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Oh What a Night! 2017 Tuesday, March 7, 8pm The Cube Wodonga This musical tribute is the perfect way to relive the magic of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, or to enjoy it for the first time.

Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311 Tickets: $59.50 Members $55.50 Concession $55.50 Groups 8+ $55.50

Saturday, March 18, 7.30pm The Cube Wodonga Loss – lost love, death or separation – is a powerful theme, expressed with explosive physicality by Mara Galeazzi, former Principal Dancer and guest artist of the Royal Ballet.

Tickets: $32 Members: $25 Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311

PROJECTION DANCE WORKSHOP Saturday, March 18, 10am TICKETS: $10

WORKSHOP

Class Clowns 2017 Tuesday, March 14, 4pm Thursday, March 16, 4pm The Cube Wodonga

Class Clo wns Performa n ce Thursday , March 1 6 7pm Free entr y

Catch these last remaining workshops, in which budding comedians are led through a range of games, exercises and activities that will help build confidence, come up with ideas for routines, and have audiences doubled over in laughter.

Register at classclowns.com.au

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Workshops will run in two age groups and will be an hour and a half in duration and will consist of a thorough warmup before learning repertoire.

AGES 10 TO 14 with PROJECTion Dance Junior outreach teacher AGES 15 AND ABOVE with PROJECTion Dance Director and choreographer

EVENT

Story Time EVENT

Book Sale Saturday, March 25 9am to 12pm Wodonga Library The Friends of Wodonga Library Book Sale in on again. Selling ex-library and donated books with prices starting at 50c. Come down to the library to bag a bargain.

Join us for Wodonga Library’s popular Story Time sessions All sessions are free and bookings are not required.

Preschool: Mondays from 10am for three to five-yearolds.

Toddler: Wednesdays from 10am for 18 months to threeyear-olds.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330

Cuddles: Fridays from 10am for newborns to 18 months.

WORKSHOP

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Tech Sessions

Modern day storytelling through virtual reality

Friday, March 3 and April 27 10am to noon Wodonga Library IT classes held at the Wodonga Library. Check out the website for topics and go along with the willingness to learn something new.

Bookings essential.

Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9330 Cost: Free

Monday, April 3 10am, 1pm or 3pm Wodonga Library How do we share stories in the digital age?

Want to experience virtual reality? Come along and learn about this amazing technology.

Create your own Google cardboard VR headset.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330 Cost: Free Age: Ten +

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Tickets: $19 Members: $15 Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9311

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Monday, March 20, 10am The Cube Wodonga Maurice Milani features classic songs from the 50s, 60s and 70s; covering some of the best known ballads, middle of the road, and up tempo numbers of that era.

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The Best of the Eagles Tour 2017 Saturday, March 25, 8pm The Cube Wodonga A tribute concert production that delivers a captivating show from start to finish, recreating the synonymous country rock sound Eagles’ fans have come to expect.

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Lego Club Mondays, March 6 and 20 April 24, May 8 and 22 4pm to 5pm Wodonga Library Can you build anything out of Lego? Then this club is for you, join in on the fortnightly challenges to see if you are a Master Builder. Bookings essential.

Enquiries and bookings: (02) 6022 9330 Age: 7+ Cost: Free

Young Writers Thursday, March 9 and 23 4pm to 5pm Wodonga Library Want to write? Young Writers invites students of all abilities and interests to take part in some fun based writing challenges. Through creative writing activities they can practice their writing skills and build confidence in their own ideas. No bookings required.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330 Age: 10 to 15 years Cost: Free

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Manga and Anime Club Thursday, March 16 5.30pm to 7.30pm Wodonga Library A monthly meet up for teen fans of Japanese pop-culture. Join other enthusiasts to discuss your favourite shows and books.

No bookings required.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9330 Cost: $5 for pizza Age: High school

BONEGILLA MIGRANT EXPERIENCE

EVENT

Tantalising Truffles Saturday, April 8 10am to noon and 1pm to 3pm Bonegilla Migrant Experience Learn chocolate truffle making with Maree Roberts, and leave with the sweet treats you have created.

Bookings essential.

Enquiries: (02) 6020 6912 Bookings: (02) 6022 9311 or thecubewodonga.com.au/tickets Cost: $15 per child, non-participating parent free Age: Seven to thirteen

EVENT

School Holidays at Bonegilla Saturday, April 1 to Sunday, April 23 Site open 10am to 4pm Bonegilla Migrant Experience Join the 11am guided tour or take the suitcase trail and self-guided tour. Bring a picnic, outdoor games and enjoy the peaceful surrounds for a little longer.

Enquiries: (02) 6020 6912 Cost: Entry is free; optional guided tour adult $11, children $9 and family $30

ARTS SPACE WODONGA

Belvoir Park Community Wood-fired Oven The community wood-fired oven will be operating on the following dates between 11am and 2pm: • Sunday, March 19 - Harmony Day • Sunday, April 16 - Easter Sunday • Sunday, May 14 - Mother’s Day • Sunday, September 17 • Sunday, October 15 • Sunday, November 19 Members of the community are asked to bring their own pizza ingredients and share in the communal pizza oven, cooked by Wodonga Apex Club.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9300

ARTS SPACE WODONGA FOR KIDS

EXHIBITION

WORKSHOP

Tech it out!

Art Buzz

New works by six regional artists Friday, March 10 to Thursday, April 13 Official opening: Saturday, April 1, 6pm

Creative visual art workshops for little hands that relate to the current exhibition.

Young regional artists present new work in an interactive digital media exhibition. Play around with interactive technology and stop-motion animation in this hands-on exhibition.

Chris Carter, The Light Clock, LED light, laser cut acrylic, etched aluminium, 36 x 36 x 13cm

EVENT

Tech it out!

Interactive Talk and Tours: Engage with the artworks in the current exbibition at Arts Space Wodonga - discuss the artworks, their cultural and social contexts, possible interpretations and meanings. For secondary schools, this program aligns with the P-12 Visual and Studio Arts curriculum.

Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600 Cost: Free

Every Friday in Victorian school terms 10.30am to 11.30am, Arts Space Wodonga Enquiries: (02) 6022 9600 Ages: Three to five years Cost: $5 per family

COUNCIL PLAN CONSULTATION

MARCH, 2017

LOCAL VIEWS SHAPING CITY’S FUTURE Wodonga Council is at the halfway point of the two-month consultation period for the next Council Plan.

The Wodonga We All Want To Live In campaign is seeking the community’s ideas and priorities for our city, which will be used to shape the council’s major priorities for the next four years.

More than 70 online submissions have been made, in addition to community consultation sessions.

Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie, with Cr John Watson and Cr Libby Hall, during a roundtable conversation last month.

The Mayor and councillors have visited 12 local schools, conducted informal gatherings in cafes and recorded feedback from more than 40 people at roundtables and neighbourhood forums.

So far, we’ve been told residents would like to see a more vibrant city, with greater employment opportunities and a cohesive community culture. Parks, greenery and open spaces are also high on the list, with all views being taken into consideration by councillors.

With submissions closing on March 31, there is still plenty of time to have your say.

Attend one of the in-person opportunities across the city, such as the community forum at The Cube Wodonga on Sunday, March 26 and Monday, March 27.

Details about events and the online survey can be found at makewodongayours.com.au or phone (02) 6022 9300.

Fill out the survey below or go online to makewodongayours.com.au to fill out the survey online.

Return the survey by post to: Wodonga Council - ‘Council Plan Survey’ PO Box 928 Wodonga VIC 3690 by Monday, March 27, 2017 Or drop it in to the council’s Hovell St offices, Wodonga Library, Felltimber Community Centre or Baranduda Community Centre What does the Wodonga you want to live in look like?........................................................

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Thinking of Albury-Wodonga and the wider region, please tick your top three priority issues only o Education and training o Planning and managing growth o Public transport o Tourism o Ageing population o Infrastructure, including roads, drains and footpaths o Freight movement o Water and water security

o Economic development, including investment and jobs growth o Agriculture o Health and health services o Sustainability o Waste management o Natural environment o Sport and recreation o Liveability

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H AV E Y O U R S AY O N T H E CO U N CI L P L A N 2 0 1 7 - 2 0 1 8 t o 2 0 20-2021 ATTEND A NEIGHBOURHOOD FORUM

CHAT AT SEATS ON THE STREETS

n White Box Rise Community Facility - Wednesday, March 8, 4pm to 7pm

Have a chat with a councillor at Seats on the Streets

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Register your interest at wod.city/cpneighbourhood

GO ONLINE TO HAVE YOUR SAY 8 Have your say at makewodongayours.com.au n Fill out our short survey n Tell us how you would allocate the budget

Thursday, March 9

8.30am – 9.30am

Baranduda Community Centre, Sage Crt

Thursday, March 16

8.30am – 9.30am

Felltimber Community Centre

Wednesday, 9am – 10am March 22

Coffee Mamma, High St

Thursday, March 23

Garden Gallery Café, Beechworth Rd

10.30am – 11.30am

n Suggest an idea n Join the Community Conversations Panel

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DROP INTO THE COMMUNITY FORUM n The Cube Wodonga Sunday, March 26 - 1pm to 7pm

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Monday, March 27 - 12pm to 7pm

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NEWS

MARCH, 2017

COMMUNITY BRIEFS BEAT THE BITE Recent heavy rainfall and the 2016 floods have led to ideal breeding conditions for mosquitoes, with high numbers recorded over summer.

WOOD-FIRED OVEN OPENS IN PARK Christine Thorpe from Cathy McGowan’s office, Paul Kavanagh from Wodonga Apex Club and Darren Moffitt from the Wodonga Aboriginal Network with Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie at the official opening.

VENDORS AND PURCHASERS To facilitate the smooth sale or purchase of a property, there are a few areas to be considered in relation to building permits.

If you purchase a property that has illegal building works, you as the current owner of the property are liable for those works.

Mosquitoes can carry diseases such as Ross River virus, Barmah Forest virus, and Murray Valley Encephalitis (MVE) – all serious, infectious and potentially lifethreatening in the case of MVE. betterhealth.vic.gov.au/ beat-the-bite ARTIST EXHIBITIONS Albury Wodonga Artists Society have two exhibitions currently ‘Bright and Bold’ is at Wodonga Plant Farm until Tuesday, April 4, or catch the last few days of ‘Life Drawings’ at Paint Box Studio, Gateway Village until Thursday, March 9.

INDOOR BOWLS ANYONE? The Wodonga Indoors Bowls Club encourages people to try indoor bowls any Thursday from 6pm at the 3rd Wodonga Scout Hall, 264 Lawrence St, Wodonga. All ages welcome.

A community wood-fired oven has been opened at Wodonga’s Belvoir Park.

Government, Wodonga Apex Club and Wodonga Council,” Cr Speedie said.

Wodonga Mayor Cr Anna Speedie thanked Member for Indi Ms Cathy McGowan for the funding from the Stronger Communities Programme, and the Wodonga Apex Club for initiating the project.

“It is when we combine funding, expertise, community ownership and commitment that we can deliver facilities that benefit the whole community.”

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So bring all your own ingredients and Wodonga Apex Club will cook your pizza on one of the following open dates in 2017.

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Sunday, September 17

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Sunday, October 15

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Sunday, November 19

“This community wood-fired oven has been a joint effort between the Australian Government, Victorian

COOKING TIMES From 11am to 2pm Sunday, March 19: Harmony Day •

Sunday, April 16: Easter Sunday

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Sunday, May 14: Mother’s Day

Are you a good neighbour?

Are you a good neighbour? Neighbour Day is on Sunday, March 26, so why not meet up with your neighbours so you can look out for each other?

It may be as simple as having a chat over the back fence, looking out for each other’s mail when someone’s away, or just making new connections.

DYE HARD FUN RUN Join the 5km Dye Hard Fun Run on Sunday, March 12 at Gateway Lakes from 9.30am to noon.

For all ages and abilities.

Register on Facebook.

As a preventative measure prior to purchase, it is recommended your real estate agent asks for permission from the owners to access the building file at the council to ascertain that all works on the property have a building permit and an accompanying final certificate or occupancy permit.

If you are selling a property, any illegal building works on your property will generally be discovered at contract stage and you will be required to submit an application for illegal works.

This application has a penalty built into the application fee of 150 per cent.

Swimming pools and spas If you are buying a property with a swimming pool or spa, ask for a swimming pool certificate/compliance inspection to ensure the safety barriers comply with the regulations.

Enter our competition by sending a story or photo of a neighbourly moment before 5pm on Sunday, March 26 to go in the draw to win a $2000 voucher from Dare’s Fine Foods. Remember, the community you want MORE INFORMATION starts at your front door. wod.city/CompND

What’s on at your community centres Felltimber Community Centre

189 Melrose Drive (cnr Melrose Dve and Felltimber Creek Rd), Office open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, (02) 6043 4550, cfelltimber@wodonga.vic.gov.au, facebook.com/Felltimbercc

Community Cooking Wednesdays, March 6 to 29 5pm to 7pm, Free Closing the Gap on IT Thursday, March 9 to 30, 2.15pm to 3pm, $5 Grandparent Knowhow Thursdays, March 9 to 30, 2.15pm to 3pm, Free

ALIVE WITH POSSIBILITIES

Laughter Yoga Thursday, March 9 to 30, 9.30am to 10am, Gold coin Relaxation Meditation Thursdays, March 9 to 30, 7pm (beginners) 7.30pm to 9pm (meditation), Free Scrabble Club March 16, 6pm to 9pm, Gold coin Cooking Creations Fridays, March 10 to 31, 12.30pm to 2.30pm, $5 per session Craft n Cuppa Fridays, March 10 to 31, 12.30 to 2.30pm, Free Tai Chi Thursday March 9 to 30, 10am to 11am, $10 and Tuesday, March 7 to March 28, 5.30pm to 6.30pm

Felltimber Fishathon Saturday, March 18, Free family event Resilience and anti bullying Thursday, March 9, 10.30am to 12.30pm Annual General Meeting Monday, March 27, 6pm Kids Cooking Club

Tuesday, April 4, 10am to 12.30pm

Baranduda Community Centre 3 Sage Crt, Office open from 9am to 3pm, Monday to Friday, (02) 6020 8643, cbaranduda@wodonga.vic.gov.au, facebook.com/Barandudacc

Tai Chi

Tye Dying 10+ years

Tuesdays, 9.30am to 10.30am, $10

Thursday, April 6, 11am to 1pm

GoDigi technology classes

Bootcamp Commences Monday, April 24, 4pm to 5pm Boxing for fitness Commences Monday, April 24, 5pm to 6pm

Wednesdays, March 8 to 29, 10am to noon, $2 BYG Nights - Movie night!

Fridays, March 24, 6pm to 8pm, $10, book now.

BBQ Kings Fridays, March 17, 24 and 31, 6.30pm to 8.30pm, $120 Kids Yoga Fridays, March 10 to 31, 4pm to 4.50pm, $10 Homework Hangout Need to get on top of your homework? Free entry and Wifi.

Contact the centre for times.

Belgrade Avenue Community Centre

12 Belgrade Ave, please contact (02) 6043 4550.

Grandparent Playgroup Wednesdays March 1 to March 29, 9.30am to 11.30am, $3 plus plate of food to share

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BeanStation Café 

The Goods Shed Craft Beer Café

Local purveyors of craft beer, gourmet food and wine 

Be entertained with the crafty acoustic sounds of the dynamic duo, Lion Bear

Free entry. Fully licensed, no BYO. No pets. For more information phone (02) 6022 9300.

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