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Digging deep to fix road issue

Issue No: 120

FIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 12 NOVEMBER 2016

Wagga is inclusive, not exclusive.

We all have the ability to create an inclusive community!

Monday 5 December 2016 1:30 - 4pm, afternoon tea providedWagga Wagga Art Gallery (Links Gallery). Access via gallery lower entrance off Morrow Street, opposite glass gallery. Disability parking available. RSVP 25 November: 6926 9357 or lehman.sarah@wagga.nsw.gov.au

You’re invited to share your ideas to help us develop a Disability Inclusion Action Plan and ensure ongoing accessibility and inclusion across the city.

What’s going on with Lord Baden Powell Drive?

It’s a question residents – and Council engineers – have been asking in recent weeks following record rainfall over winter and early spring.

With repairs unable to take place due to the ongoing wet weather and Council resources dedicated to the flood response, the road was closed in October as the surface had become unsafe for traffic.

Over the past few weeks Council has undertaken extensive investigation works to

uncover the root of the problem, including drilling three-metre deep holes at regular intervals.

The tests found silty material two metres below the surface had become so saturated that water could be seen flowing out of the road failures during downpours.

“Lord Baden Powell Drive has been severely impacted by the extended wet weather event over the past few months,” General Manager Alan Eldridge said.

“What may have looked like potholes to the naked eye was actually a symptom of an abnormal issue deep below the surface.

“With so much rain this year, water was seeping from the rocky area that Lord Baden Powell Drive was originally constructed on and causing depressions and failures in the road surface.”

With the cause of the issue identified, repair works began on Thursday and will take about two weeks to complete, weather permitting.

Based on the testing results, two sub-soil drains will be installed 2.2m deep across the road to drain water away from the silty material. The road base will then be stabilised and a primer seal used to help the normal seal adhere to the inclined

road surface.Lord Baden Powell Drive will continue to

be closed during the works.“We appreciate the community’s ongoing

patience as the road has been closed for some time,” Mr Eldridge said.

“I understand it may have been frustrating for motorists, but I assure you it has also been frustrating for our staff as this was an out-of-the-ordinary problem and needed to be thoroughly investigated for the safety of the community.”

For updates on road closures around the city, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/roads.

The Glenfield Road Animal Shelter (GRAS) has a special day organised that is bound to get tails wagging.

On Saturday 19 November the animal shelter will host an Open Day from 11am to 3pm. Come along and learn tips on pet behaviour management and responsible pet ownership, browse and purchase pet-friendly supplies and meet the devoted staff who care for the animals that find their way into the shelter.

If you are looking for a new furry friend for life, adoptions can be made on the day, with most dogs and cats in care at the shelter available for rehoming. The cost of shelter-adopted pets covers desexing, vaccination, worming, microchipping and lifetime registration.

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PUPPY LOVE: Animal Welfare Supervisor Belinda Gibbs with two kelpie pups at the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter. Meet the cute and cuddly canines and felines housed at the shelter, and learn some handy tips about pet ownership and care, at the Shelter Open Day on Saturday 19 November.

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Know someone who deserves legend status? Nominate now for the 2017 Australia Day Awards

• Citizen of the Year • Young Citizen of the Year • Walk of Honour • Ted Ryder Sports Memorial

Nominations close Friday 25 November 2016. For full award details visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/AustraliaDay

GL E NF IE L D R O A D A NIM A L S HE L T E R OP E N D AY ON 1 9 NO V E MBE R

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICERRemuneration: Min $1,392.45 gpw+ superannuationEnquiries: Christine Priest - 02 6926 9122Closing Date: Friday, 11 November 2016

MOBILE LIBRARY OPERATOR - Part-time hoursRemuneration: Min $29.16 gph + superannuationEnquiries: Robert Knight - 02 6926 9777 or Brian Plummer - 02 6926 9750Closing Date: Monday, 14 November 2016

VEGETATION MANAGEMENT OFFICERRemuneration: Min $973.62 gpw + superannuationEnquiries: Tony Phelps - 02 6926 9341Closing Date: Monday, 21 November 2016

INTERNAL AUDIT OFFICERRemuneration: Min $1,538.84 gpw + superannuationEnquiries: Christine Priest - 02 6926 9122Closing Date: Friday, 25 November 2016

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Ph: (02) 6926 9771

timetable

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Uranquinty Monday November 14, 3.30pm – 5pmLadysmith Thursday November 17, 1.30pm – 2.15pm

MOWINGR E P O R Tweekly

The City of Wagga Wagga’s spring mowing program is now under way.

All parks, reserves and open space areas receive one grass cut every six weeks, but these timeframes may be extended.

Mowing teams will be operating in the following areas:• North: Estella followed by North

Wagga• East: Lake Albert followed by

Tatton and Springvale• West: Glenfield followed by Lloyd• Seasonal: Glenfield• Roadside program: Northern

region• Village program: Uranquinty

followed by Mangoplah

THIS WEEK:ROCK AT THE RACESSat 12 NovemberGates open 3.30pm. Murrumbidgee Turf Club, Travers Street Ph: 6921 2151POP-UP OP SHOPSat 12 November 9am - 12pmSenior Citizens Hall, Tarcutta Street. Ph:0412 895 390SPROUT & ABOUT

MARKETSSat 12 November 8am - 1pmWollundry Lagoon, Civic Centre Precinct. Ph: 0437 694 010ART ON THE LEVEESat 12 November 9am - 2pm131 Tarcutta Street, on the levee bank. Ph: 6922 3360 or 0400 225 768GUITARIFFICSat 12 November 7.30pm

Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, Civic Centre, cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets. Ph: 6925 3522DIWALI CELEBRATION 2016Sat 12 November 4.30pmMater Dei Catholic College, Plunkett Drive Ph: 0433 179 595RIVER & WREN BOUTIQUE MARKETS Sun 13 November 10am - 3pmFree entry, donation welcome. Wagga Showground, Bourke

Street. Ph: 0409 152 187OBSERVATION CAR RALLYSun 13 November 2pmLadysmith Recreation Ground. Ph: 6922 1526

/waggaeventsFor support in organising your event, contact Council’s Events Unit at events@wagga.nsw.gov.au or 1300 292 442 Mon to Fri. To promote your event or for a full list of events go to: visitwagga.com or call 1300 100 122.

From front pageIf you are already a pet owner, dog

microchipping will be available and pet lifetime registration checks can be made.

“I strongly encourage people looking for a new pet to consider adopting over shopping. Shelter or rescue animals are looking for a second chance and deserve a forever home just as much as any other dog or cat,” Animal Welfare Supervisor Belinda Gibbs said.

“If you are looking for a new family

member come along next Saturday and meet some of the adorable canines and felines currently in our care.

“As well as the cute and cuddly, there’ll also be plenty of information on hand for all pet owners. Expert advice will be available from GRAS staff, local rescue groups, veterinarians and an animal behaviourist will discuss matters such as separation anxiety and problem barking.”

Ms Gibbs will be one staff member available to answer questions and provide

insights into how the GRAS facility operates. Ms Gibbs has previously worked as a

veterinary nurse, RSPCA supervisor, feline behaviourist and has strong knowledge in shelter disease management. Her appointment to the animal shelter team was one of a number of ongoing changes being implemented at the Wagga Wagga shelter in the interest of animal welfare.

The day is also a chance to learn how volunteers will be utilised at the shelter in the near future and register interest in

becoming a volunteer. “The Open Day will be a fun day out for the

whole family, with free barbecue, jumping castle and face painting available,” Ms Gibbs said. “If you’re an animal lover, interested in learning some new tips to help look after your pet, or just wanting to see how the city’s shelter cares for and rehomes animals, then come along and be part of the fun.”

For more information phone 1300 292 442 or visit www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/grasopenday.

Wagga Wagga’s theatrical history will take centre stage next week when the new exhibition Stagelights: 160 Years of Wagga Theatre opens in the city.

Stagelights tells the story of the theatre and drama groups who have brought productions to life for Wagga audiences, tracing right back to one of the earliest amateur drama groups in 1859.

The city’s rich theatrical history is shown through photographs, posters, programmes, costumes and stage props to provide a

journey through the magical world of theatre.

Stagelights is the annual partner exhibition between the Museum of the Riverina and Charles Sturt University’s Riverina Regional Archives.

Stagelights will show at the Museum of the Riverina Historical Council Chambers site from 19 November to 26 February 2017.

The exhibition will be officially opened by actress Lynne McGranger, better known as her

long-standing character Irene Roberts on Australia’s favourite TV show Home and Away.

McGranger is a well-loved Wagga theatre personality, taking out the Best Actress award at the Riverina College of Advanced Education in 1975.

The official open will take place Saturday 19 November from 10am at the Historical Council Chambers site, corner of Baylis and Morrow streets.

RSVP by phoning 6926 9655.

MAGIC OF THE THEATRE: Wagga historian Nancy Blacklow and Stagelights: 160 Years of Wagga Theatre curator Genevieve Mott with a magical clown character used in a dream scene from last year’s Bidgee Theatre Company’s production of Mary Poppins.

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Million-dollar overhaul for Glenfield Road overpass

F O O D S A F E T Y W E E K

S U R F ’ S U P F O R B E A C H B O Y S C O N C E R T

freetip day!

sunday 13 november 2016

free entry - sunday 13 novemberWagga Wagga City Council are pleased to advise that the next FREE ENTRY to Gregadoo Waste Management Centre will be held on Sunday 13 November 2016.Residents can dispose of general domestic waste including garden rubbish, mixed recyclables and general household waste free of charge.

Please note: special wastes such as tyres, builders waste, refrigerative items, mattresses and gas bottles are not included in the free disposal day and will be charged as per normal fees and charges. Free disposal is limited to cars, vans, utes and single axle trailers only.

www.wagga.nsw.gov.au

Don’t forget, polystyrene, televisions and computers are accepted free of charge everyday!

Further INFORMATIONFor more information call us on 1300 292 442 or visit our website for full list of fees and charges.

Gregadoo Waste Management Centre OPENING HOURS

7am – 4.30pm

For more information call1300 292 442 or www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/grasopenday

Saturday 19 november11am - 3pm

ANIMAL PRODUCTS & SERVICE EXHIBITS

JUMPING CASTLE

Face painting & glitter tattoos

BBQ

Coffee van

& much more!

OPEN DAY 2016

Night works to rebuild a 300m section of Glenfield Road, including the rail overpass and Urana Street roundabout, will start on November 20.

The week-long rehabilitation project will renew the road surface for motorists and repair several damaged section along the popular stretch of road.

The $1M project is part of the City of Wagga Wagga’s planned rehabilitation program.

Glenfield Road will be closed from Dobney Avenue to Fernleigh Road, including no access from Urana Street, between the hours of 6.30pm and 7am.

“The Glenfield Road overpass is a major

thoroughfare in the city, and, as a result of significant traffic volumes and ageing infrastructure some sections of the road have suffered significant failures,” Supervisor Wearing Operations Lee Shoemark said.

“This project involves removing the existing pavement material and replacing it with a heavy-bound asphalt pavement,

similar to the Tarcutta Street works carried out earlier this year.”

The works are being undertaken by contractors Fulton Hogan in conjunction with the City of Wagga Wagga and are being completed at night to minimise inconvenience to motorists during the day.

Detours will be

signposted for motorists and will be down Fernleigh Road, Bourke Street, Dobney Avenue and Tobruk Street.

These works are separate to, and have no impact on, the City of Wagga Wagga’s road audit and pothole patching, which is being carried out as a result of flooding and rain events this year.

DID YOU KNOW? • In peak traffic this section of

Glenfield Road services more than 2000 vehicles an hour

• About 3500 tonnes of material will be used in the works

• Hot mix product used in this project will be poured at about 150-190ºC and must cool to at least 45ºC before traffic can drive on it.

You don’t need to go on a Surfin’ Safari – The Beach Boys are coming to Wagga Wagga.

While they won’t be riding the infamous five o’clock wave, the iconic California band will be performing a huge set of hits along with Detroit’s The Temptations at McDonald’s Park on 11 February.

Event organisers met at McDonald’s Park this week to finalise details for the huge event that will transform the footy ground into what Grant Hilton from Artist to Audience described as a “carnival atmosphere”.

“This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see something like this in your own backyard,” Mr Hilton said. “The way I look at it, you plan trips to go to the

capital cities – this way you can invite your friends and family to Wagga and experience how beautiful this region is.

“We want people to come along and enjoy themselves – bring a picnic rug and something to sit on, have something to eat, catch up with their friends and have a beer or a glass of vino.

“There’ll be food stalls on the ground too and plenty of room to dance or sit back and enjoy the show.”

The Surf & Soul concert is proudly presented by the City of Wagga Wagga, which has provided $20,000 and use of McDonald’s Park to bring the show to the city.

Councillor Dan Hayes said it’s one of many big

events coming to Wagga over summer, including the Archibald Prize.

“This is another event in Wagga’s fantastic summer,” he said. “It’s a case of not having to leave Wagga to do things; you can stay here and enjoy it all.

“This is probably the biggest international band to ever visit Wagga. Their music isn’t classic – it’s timeless. These songs will be played long after we’re all gone.

“I couldn’t think of a better Christmas present for your family than tickets to this concert.”

A limited amount of specially priced tickets are available at the Civic Theatre box office and all other tickets

can be purchased online at surfandsoul.com.au.

With Beach Boys hits like Good Vibrations and Temptations classics such as My Girl set to echo out across McDonald’s Park, Mr Hilton urged fans to grab their tickets now or risk missing out.

“I saw The Beach Boys show about 12 months ago and it’s fabulous,” he said. “I haven’t seen The Temptations as they’re touring America at the moment with The Four Tops.

“People are in for a real treat and we’re thankful for the support from Council.”

To find out what else is happening in Wagga over summer, head to visitwagga.com.

GOOD VIBRATIONS: Getting into the spirit ahead of the Surf & Soul concert featuring The Beach Boys and The Temptations at McDonald’s Park are Grant Hilton from Artist to Audience and City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Dan Hayes.

Council staff have been raising awareness of raw and risky foods as part of the 20th Australian Food Safety Week, including Environmental Health Officer Geoff Lang (pictured).

Following national major food poisoning outbreaks recently, this year’s theme is risky raw foods such as unpasteurized milk, raw eggs, bean/seed sprouts, frozen berries and lettuce.

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Public NoticesNOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALWagga Wagga City Council has received the following application to carry out “Development” under the Environmental Planning and Assessment

Act, 1979.DA16/0623, Tourist & Visitor Accommodation, 199-201 Baylis St WAGGA WAGGA NSW 2650, Lot 2, DP 739599, Applicant: Omada Investments Pty Ltd Name of Consent Authority: Wagga Wagga City CouncilThe subject application and accompanying documentation, may be

inspected at the following address until the closure of exhibition.Submission Period: 14/11/2016 to 28/11/2016Where: Wagga Wagga City Council, cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga (Customer Service Counter).When: 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (except Public Holidays).Any person seeking

to make a submission in relation to the abovementioned development should address all correspondence to the Consent Authority to be received prior to 5pm on the final day of the exhibition period. If any submission is made by way of objection, the grounds of objection must be specified in the submission.

Persons lodging submissions are required to declare political donations (including donations of more than $1,000) made in the previous two years. For more details, including disclosure form, go to www.planning.nsw.gov.au/donations.Persons making written submissions regarding the above development 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.

Enquiries: Further details relating to the matter can be obtained by contacting the Council’s Development Services. If you have any enquiries regarding the application, or about making submission, please telephone Development Services on 1300 292 442.

Alan Eldridge, General Manager

OF THEWEEKPET

When you open a tourism brochure for just about every town or city, you’re more often than not met with a sentence along the lines of “We have a vibrant arts and cultural scene.”

It’s a statement that establishes an enticing tone for potential visitors

to ‘come visit us, you’ll like what we have to offer as a community.’

This statement is no less true for us here in Wagga and I had the pleasure recently to be involved in presenting the biennial Regional Arts Australia national conference & festival ARTLANDS in Dubbo at the end of last month.

Over 600 delegates and

a few thousand festival participants explored the best of what regional arts in Australia has to offer that for four days dominated the national arts conversation.

I am proud to say that Wagga Wagga and the Riverina was well represented with over 50 professional arts workers and artists representing us at this peak event. The impact of this is not to be underestimated with

exposure to national and international arts institutions and organisations such as National Museum of Australia, Art Gallery of New South Wales, Opera Queensland, New Art Exchange - Nottingham UK, Powerhouse Museum and Museum of Contemporary Art.

The reason I mention this is that our city’s investment in the arts has a far more reaching impact than

appears at first glance. Many of Wagga’s artists and arts-workers are recognised at a national and international level on a regular basis.

It’s through our investment in our cultural facilities and programs such as the Wagga Art Gallery, Civic Theatre, Museum, Library and Public Art along with our involvement in organisations like Eastern Riverina Arts that we get

to play on the national and international stage. This investment not only grows our involvement in this professional international industry, but in turn entices people to come to our city and experience what truly is a thriving and vibrant arts and cultural scene.

Councillor Vanessa Keenan

C O U N C I L L O R C O L U M N councillor.keenan@wagga.nsw.gov.au

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Frank is a gentle soul who finds some things a bit scary. He is fine with children and exceptionally good at catching flies, so your home will most likely remain fly-free. He will need to be taught to walk on the lead, but will no doubt be a quick learner.Frank is available now from the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter. The price for Frank includes desexing, vaccination, worming, microchipping and council registration.If you would like to meet Frank, or any of his other furry friends, visit Glenfield Road Animal Shelter from Monday to Saturday between 1pm and 4.15pm.For more information, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/animals or call 6971 4651 during business hours.

Say hi to Frank

CASH SPLASH: The City of Wagga Wagga and the NSW Government have committed funding to improving mobility access at Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre. Council will contribute $120,000 to the project, with the state announcing $200,000 in funding. The project will see the installation of slip-resistant floor tiles and upgrade of accessible toilets for people with a disability, including the installation of an adult change table. The funding announcement was made by (from left) Deputy Mayor Dallas Tout, Minister for Disability Services John Ajaka, Member for Wagga Wagga Daryl Maguire and Council’s Community Sector Manager Janice Summerhayes.

Free Tip Day is on tomorrow, Sunday 13 November.

There will be no charge for household rubbish, garden waste and mixed recyclables to the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC) on the day, which is open from 7am to 4.30pm.

Special wastes such as tyres, builders

waste, refrigerative items, mattresses and gas bottles are not included in the free disposal day and will be charged as per normal fees and charges.

Free disposal is limited to cars, vans, utes and single axle trailers only. For more information and a full list of fees and charges, visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/freetipday or phone 1300 292 442.

Wagga Wagga was recognised at the second annual Keep NSW Beautiful (KNSWB) Blue Star Sustainability (Regional) Awards in Orange on 5 November.

The City of Wagga Wagga’s Marrambidya Wetland project was awarded a highly commended in the Habitat and Wildlife Guardianship category, while resident Benjamin Allen was named

Young Environmental Achiever.

Wagga Wagga was one of seven Local Government Areas that won multiple awards at the presentation night.

The Belgian Ambassador to Australia, Jean-Luc Bodson, was joined by Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Greg Conkey OAM last weekend to launch

The Great War in Broad Outlines: The history of the First World War. Wagga Wagga City Library is hosting the travelling exhibition, which was designed and

commissioned by the Belgian Department for Foreign Affairs, in partnership with the Belgian National Institute for Veterans and Victims of War.

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L A S T C H A N C E T O N O M I N A T E T O P A U S S I E STime is running out

to nominate a dead set legend for Wagga Wagga’s Australia Day Awards.

The City of Wagga Wagga and the Australia Day Community Committee are looking for locals that deserve legend status, with nominations closing at 5pm, Friday 25 November.

“There are only a few weeks left for community groups and residents to nominate our everyday champions,” Australia Day Committee Chair Graham Cotter said.

“Whether they’re a tireless community advocate or long-serving volunteer, now is the time to recognise the hardworking people who make Wagga Wagga a great place to live, work

and play.“I encourage anyone

considering making a nomination to do so as soon as possible.”

Nominations for the 2017 Australia Day Awards can be made for Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year (27 and younger), Walk of Honour Award and the Ted Ryder Sports Memorial Award for contribution to administration in sport.

Winners will be announced in conjunction with Wagga Wagga’s Australia Day celebrations in January 2017.

For more information on the awards, head to www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/AustraliaDay.

2017 AUSTRALIA DAY AWARDS CATEGORIES• Citizen of the Year: For

outstanding service to the community

• Young Citizen of the Year: 27 years and younger, for outstanding service to the community

• Walk of Honour Award: For substantial contributors (past or present) to the Wagga Wagga LGA. Nominees can be of any age, living or deceased and must have resided in Wagga Wagga LGA for a period of at least five years.

• Ted Ryder Memorial Award: For contributions to sporting organisations through administration and general service.