Council NewsFIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 7 NOVEMBER 2015

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL Issue 69

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There has been a robust discussion around Council’s proposal to fund its one-third share of the levee upgrade.

Pending the outcome of applications for State and Federal Government funding to cover the other two-thirds of the $23.3M project, Council intends to fund its $7.75M share with a temporary increase in rates.

Council is currently having a conversation with residents at a series of pop-up stalls and online.

Residents and ratepayers are also being encouraged to contact

Council to find out more or come to the community forum scheduled for Wednesday 18 November.

Council’s General Manager Alan Eldridge said it is important for people to contact Council if they have any questions or comments about the proposal.

“Some key questions from the community have been around how this rate increase would differ from previous special rate variations, whether or not it will drop off at the end of the five-year period and why all ratepayers have to pay even if they don’t live in a floodplain,” Mr Eldridge said.

You can find answers to all of these questions at wagga.nsw.gov.au/srv or call 1300 292 442.

Levee discussion ongoing

Recycling for the soul

The proposed increase for all rateable properties not in the Farmland category is as follows:Assumed rate peg UPGRADE COMPONENT Total rate increase

3% 4.1%

FAST FACTS ON THE SRV

7.1%

Assumed rate peg UPGRADE COMPONENT Total rate increase3% 1.91% 4.91%

P U B L I C A R T C O M M I S S I O NT O L L A N DS K A T E P A R K

Budget: $7,000 (ex. GST)

Applications close: Thursday 3 December 2015

For more information and the project brief head to www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/publicart

Our City's Creative Expression

WAGGAWORKS

Wagga Wagga City Council is seeking Expressions of Interest from street artists for a public art project located at the new skate park in Chambers Park, Tolland.

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The proposed increase for Farmland properties is as follows:

To find out what your contribution to the levee upgrade would be go to the website or call 1300 292 442.

Meet the team!Council staff will be available

to answer your questions at the following locations• Farmers Markets: Saturday 14

November 8am-1pm• Community Forum, Council

Meeting Room: Wednesday 18 November 6pm

• Sturt Mall: Thursday 26 November 10am-6pm

wagga.nsw.gov.au/srv

Proposed increase would be on top of the rate peg set for 2016/17

The additional increase would be maintained for five years, but will not increase cumulatively

The additional increase would drop off rates at the end of the five year period

Colouring in books for grown-ups, yoga, walking the dog – but what about recycling?

New research has discovered that sorting the household rubbish is good for the soul.

Planet Ark’s All Sorted: Answering the Big Recycling Questions report highlighted international research that found a significant link between recycling and life satisfaction.

The study of almost 24,000 individuals across 27 countries uncovered that recycling gives us positive emotions by doing the “right thing”.

“Recycling begins with all of us and National Recycling Week is a great opportunity to start recycling or to look at the way you recycle,” Council’s Environmental Education Officer Alice Kent said.

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GREEN WITH ENVY: Jealous? You could be as happy as Environmental Education Officer Alice Kent by taking part in National Recycling Week.

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Rural areas to have say on kerbside service

freetip day!

SATURDAY 14 NOVEMBER 2015

free entry - Saturday 14 NovemberWagga Wagga City Council are pleased to advise that the next FREE ENTRY to Gregadoo Waste Management Centre will be held on Saturday 14 November.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.

MORE INFORMATIONFor more information contact Wagga Wagga City Council on 1300 292 442 or visit our website for full list of fees and charges.

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

Renovating? Need to dispose of asbestos?

wagga.nsw.gov.au/asbestosOR Call 1300 292 442FOR MORE INFORMATION

Wagga Wagga City Council & NSW EPA have been piloting a Household Asbestos Disposal Scheme offering free disposal of bonded asbestos

from across the Local Government Area.This offer has now been extended until 31 December 2015.

safety • prosperity • community

funding the levee upgrade.

Find out more about the proposed Special Rate Variation for the upgrade of Wagga’s flood levee system.

Community Forum 6pm Wednesday 18 November

Council Meeting Room Wagga Wagga

Civic Centre

wagga.nsw.gov.au/srv1300 292 442

From front page“Not only is it good for the planet, it’s good for your

wellbeing.”“You’ll also be turning trash into treasure – recycling

creates 9.2 jobs for every 2.8 jobs in landfill and is an $11 billion industry for Australia.”

Miss Kent said with so many benefits, it’s important to make sure recycling is sorted correctly and free of any contaminates.

“A survey of 115 Councils found the number one recycling mistake was soft plastics such as shopping bags, bread bags and cling film being put in kerbside recycling bins,” she said.

“These types of plastics can’t be recycled through the normal kerbside service as the can clog conveyor belts during processing.

“It’s also important not to put your recycling in a plastic bag as your bagful of recycling will end up in landfill.

“A quarter of the Councils also reported that excess food residue prevented some items being recycled. For example, pizza boxes are recyclable, but pizza isn’t.”

If you have any questions about what you can and can’t recycle, contact Miss Kent on 1300 292 442.

WORKSHOP ON RECYCLED PATHWAYSPut the right foot forward when it comes to recycling

at the Paving the Recycled Way WorkshopPaving the Recycled Way workshop on Saturday 14

November.You’ll learn how to build garden paths and edging

using old materials people may have lying around the house, like broken concrete and tiles.

The workshop will be held from 9.30am to 11am at the Demonstration Gardens at Shaw Street.

Recycling makes us happy: research

The Tipping Point consultation is continuing with a series of information sessions being held in selected villages this week to discuss the potential to introduce a Council-managed kerbside waste collection service.

More than 4500 residents completed Tipping Point surveys, which were returned in August, providing valuable information on current practices and expectations for a variety of Council-managed waste services.

As a part of this survey, rural areas that don’t currently receive a Council-managed kerbside waste collection service were asked if they would like to receive this service under a new contract.

Manager Waste and Stormwater Services Geoff Veneris said Collingullie, Uranquinty, Currawarna and Cartwrights Hill/Bomen have all being identified for further consultation on this issue.

“The results of the survey show that there is a significant increase

in support in these areas for the introduction of a Council-managed kerbside waste collection service compared with the previous 2007 consultation process,” he said.

“While not all these villages had the majority support for a Council service, this opportunity will not be available for another 10 years once the new contract is resolved in September 2016.”

Meetings will be held in Collingullie, Currawarna and Uranquinty to update these communities on the

survey results and the process from here.

Following the meetings, residents in all four localities will be given the opportunity to undertake formal written submissions to Council to raise concerns or support for the new service by 27 November.

A final decision on which villages will be included in the new contract is scheduled to be made next September.

Find out more at wagga.nsw.gov.au/tippingpoint.

TIPPING POINT RURAL AREA MEETINGS• 10 November, 6pm

Currawarna Community Centre

• 11 November, 6pm Uranquinty Community Centre

• 12 November, 6pm Collingullie Soldiers Memorial Hall

SPECIAL VISITOR: Korean Consul General Mr Whie Jin Lee (left) visited Wagga Wagga this week and presented Korean War veteran Harold “Bob” Menzies (middle) with the Korean Peace Medal. Mayor Rod Kendall (right) welcomed Whie Jin Lee and wife Kyung Hee Lee to the city at a function held at the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery. The couple were invited to the city by Member for Wagga Daryl Maguire.

If you’re renovating at home this month make sure you’re prepared to encounter asbestos and know how dispose of it properly.

This November is National Asbestos Awareness Month, which aims to educate Australians about the dangers of working with asbestos during home renovations and maintenance and educate them about where asbestos might be found in and around homes and on properties.

Council’s Director Infrastructure Services Heinz Kausche said many wrongly believe that only fibro homes contain asbestos.

“Asbestos products can most likely be found in any Australian home built or renovated before 1987 even brick, weatherboard, fibro and clad homes,” he said.

“Asbestos can be found in kitchens, bathrooms, laundries and under floor

coverings, behind wall and floor tiles, in cement floors, internal and external walls, garages, ceilings and ceiling space (insulation), eaves, fences, extensions to homes and backyard sheds – it could be anywhere.”

You can currently dispose of your asbestos waste for free if you sign up to Wagga Wagga City Council’s Householders Asbestos Disposal Trial Scheme, part of the NSW Government’s $465 million dollar Waste Less, Recycle More initiative.

You must register first and provided all conditions are met, householders will then be eligible for free disposal. Contact Council on 1300 292 442 for more information and to register.

Don’t play renovation roulette – get to kNOw asbestos this NOvember, visit asbestosawarenss.com.au. It’s not worth the risk.

Get to kNOw asbestos throughout November

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I would like to acknowledge everyone who has made the past few months in Wagga such a great time with the many community events that have

occurred throughout spring.

These events kicked off with the sporting finals and the Spring Street Festival, which corresponded with the Henty Field Days closely followed by Gears and Beers and then moved into the school holiday period with the Wagga Show and Little Big Day Out.

Taste Riverina has then been held throughout the

month of October with events throughout the region, which in Wagga included Fusion15 and the popular Cork and Fork each Friday at Wagga Beach.

The Twilight by the Lagoon 2015/16 season kicked off on 30 October with almost 100 young instrumentalists from Wagga public schools taking part, assisted by the Riverina Conservatorium.

These events only happen with the support of our community’s volunteers, Council staff, service clubs and private companies. The attendance at these events and the many others held around Wagga was outstanding and I have received a large number of positive comments from people who have attended.

Thank you to all involved.

To keep up with planned events download, Appventure in your smart phone.

• • • •In relation to the State

Government’s reform of local government, it was great to receive confirmation from IPART that Wagga is deemed “fit”.

The IPART assessment of many councils deemed not fit is somewhat puzzling

and that assessment is causing considerable angst in those communities.

Being fit is no guarantee Wagga will not be subject to a forced amalgamation with an adjoining council. We will need to continue to work with neighbouring councils to ensure the eventual outcomes result in stronger local government.

• • • •I would like to thank all

of those who have given me positive messages and encouragement for my fourth term as Mayor.

I look forward to the challenges that the next 12 months will bring knowing I have that support in the community and Council.

Mayor Rod Kendall

Councillor Column councillor.kendall@wagga.nsw.gov.au

Composting tips on offer

THIS WEEK:LEGALLY BLONDESat 7 - Sat 21 NovemberFeaturing an all-star local cast of singers, performers and musicians, the 2015 community musical is one not to miss! Tickets prices: Adults $35, Conesssion $30, U/25 $25, U/15 $15. Contact the Civic Theatre on 6926 9688

DOWNSIDE BUSH DANCESat 7 November 7:30pm – midnightDownside Hall, off Coolamon Road. Ph: 6925 4800

VEGE SWAP OR BUYSaturdays 9am - 12pmDemonstration Gardens, cnr Albury and Shaw Streets. Ph: 0411 417 956

SUSTAINABLE LIVING FESTIVALSat 7 Nov 10am - 3pmWorkshops, demonstrations, food stalls and plenty of entertainment for the kids. Lutheran Primary School, Tamar Drive. Ph: 6923 8100

16TH ANNUAL MODEL RAILWAY AND HOBBY EXHIBITIONSat 7 & Sun 8 NovemberSat 9am to 5pm, Sun 9am to 4pm. Adults $10 family $22, concession $8 children $5. Wagga

Showgrounds, Bourke Street. Ph: 6920 3726

LAKESIDE SPRING ART SHOW 2015Sat 7 & Sun 8 November 10am - 2pmA range of classic, modern and contemporary artworks will be on display and for sale. Mater Dei Primary School Hall, Plunkett Drive. Ph: 0418 462 228

LADYSMITH P&C DUATHLONSun 8 November 7amRaces for all ages and abilities. Come and enjoy a great day out being active. Cnr Tywong Street and Kyeamba (Tumbarumba) Road, Ladysmith. Ph: 0417 692 280

LADIES ONLY MOUNTAIN BIKE EVENTSun 8 November 8amAn event aimed at participation and fun, encouraging more girls into MTB. Suited for beginners to advanced. Pomingarlana Park (San Isidore entry), Sturt Highway. Ph: 0487 215 676

SUNDAY SESSIONSEvery Sunday 3pm - 6pmEntertainment and food overlooking Lake Albert. Wagga Boat Club, Nelson Drive. Ph: 6926 2300

BOOK LAUNCH: ‘THE KAPOOKA TRAGEDY’Mon 9 November 4:30pm‘The Kapooka Tragedy: remembering 21 May 1945’ honours the memory of the men who lost their lives in the tragedy, and acknowledges the grief of their families. Wagga Wagga City Library. Ph: 6926 9700

EAT LOCAL THURSDAYThu 12 November 2:30pm - 6:30pmFree entry. Pop-up farmers’ market. Farmers from Leeton, Deni, Big Springs and everywhere in between. Murrumbidgee Turf Club, Travers Street. Ph: 0427 441 107

INSPIRE, CREATE, GROWThu 12 to Sun 22 NovPresented by the Wagga Wagga Bonsai Society and the Wagga Wagga Potters Club. E3 art space, Wagga Wagga Art Gallery.

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For 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.

Legally Blonde showing now until 21 November

KERBSIDE WASTE COLLECTION- Community information sessionsAs a result of the recent Tipping Point survey, Wagga Wagga City Council has identified a number of localities for further consultation on the potential to introduce a Council managed kerbside waste collection service.

Residents are invited to attend an information session to discuss this topic and the survey results in the following villages: Currawarna Community Centre6pm Tuesday 10 November

Uranquinty Community Centre6pm Wednesday 11 November

Collingullie Soldiers Memorial Hall6pm Thursday 12 November Want to know more?Call 1300 242 442 or email tippingpoint@wagga.nsw.gov.au

wagga.nsw.gov.au/tippingpoint

Paving theRecycled WayWorkshop

Saturday 14 November9:30am – 11:00am

Cost: Free

wagga.nsw.gov.au/environment

Wagga Wagga City Council and the Demonstration Gardens Wagga Wagga are celebrating National Recycling Week by hosting a free workshop to arm residents with the skills to construct paved surfaces and garden edges utilising pre-loved materials.Old bricks, broken concrete and tiles can all be diverted from landfill using this creative upcycling technique, saving you tip fees and money on raw materials.

For further information contactAlice Kent on 1300 292 442

The Demonstration GardensShaw Street, Wagga Wagga

This is one musical it would be criminal to miss!

The cast of Legally Blonde the Musical has been hard at work putting the finishing touches on the production before its premiere tonight at the Civic Theatre.

There will be nine performances of the community musical, which features a wealth of local talent led by Michelle Brasier as Elle and Brent Dolahenty as Emmett.

Seats are becoming limited on opening and closing nights, but there are still spots available for the other performances.

Tickets can be purchased online at civictheatre.com.au or from the Civic Theatre Box Office on 6926 9688.

Wagga Wagga residents can take their rubbish to Gregadoo Waste Management Centre (GWMC) for no cost at Free Tip Day on Saturday 14 November.

Council is giving everyone the opportunity to dispose of their general domestic waste for free at GWMC, which will be open from 7am to 4.30pm.

Council holds four Free Tip Days a year, with everything from garden waste to mixed recyclables and household waste included in the initiative.

Televisions, computers and computer equipment, and polstyrene can be disposed of for free year-round at GWMC.

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 or phone 1300 292 442.

REROC’s Compost Doctor workshops are on again.

On Wednesday 18 November, Wagga residents will able to hear from well-known regional horticulturalist and ABC Radio gardening expert Kerry Geale.

Mr Geale will discuss the types of bins and facilities that can be used, the benefits of composting, the best locations for compost bins, what can be composted and trouble shooting.

The workshops are aimed at beginners and at experienced composters who are just looking to update their knowledge and skills.

The workshop will be held at the Sensory Garden, adjacent to the Wagga Wagga Men’s Shed in Ashmont on 18 November from2.30pm to 4.30pm.

For more information, contact Council’s Environmental Education Officer Alice Kent on 1300 292 442.

Free Tip Day a chance to tidy up before Christmas

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Public NoticesNOTICE OF COUNCIL MEETINGS NOVEMBER 2015In accordance with the provisions of Section 9 of the Local Government Act 1993, notice is hereby given that an Ordinary meeting of the Council of the City of Wagga Wagga will be held at 6pm on Monday, 23 November 2015 in the Council Meeting Room, cnr Baylis & Morrow Streets Wagga Wagga. Notice is also hereby given that a Policy and Strategy Committee meeting will be held at 6pm on Monday, 9 November 2015 in the Council Meeting Room, cnr Baylis & Morrow Streets Wagga Wagga. This meeting will be immediately followed by a Supplementary Council meeting. All meetings are open to members of the public. Members of the public wishing to address the Policy and Strategy Committee regarding agenda items, must complete the appropriate Public Address Form and return it to Council by 10am on the day of meeting. The form is available from the Customer Service counter at the Wagga Wagga Civic Centre or from Council’s website wagga.nsw.

gov.au/paforms Copies of the Agenda are also available to the public, at the meetings or from the Customer Service Centre at the Wagga Wagga Civic Centre three (3) days prior to the meetings or from Council’s website wagga.nsw.gov.au

NOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURENotice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of:Road: Baylis Street from Tompson Street to the north side of the Lagoon Bridge. Date: Wednesday 11 November 2015 Duration: 10.15am to 11.30amReason: Remembrance Day ServiceDetour: As per signsNOTICE OF TEMPORARY ROAD CLOSURENotice is hereby given under Roads Act 1993 Part 8 Division 4 of the temporary closing of: Road: Estella Road - between Boorooma Street and Gunn Drive Date: 9 - 13 November 2015 weather permitting Duration: 7am - 6pm for one week Detours: As signposted - open to

traffic after hours Reason: Reseal PreparationRFT 2016-007 PROJECT ADVISORY SERVICESSuitably endorsed Tenders marked “RFT 2016-007 Project Advisory Services” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 2nd December 2015. Council is seeking the services of suitably qualified consultants to provide consultancy services primarily on the proposed Riverina Intermodal Freight and Logistics (RIFL) Hub development and operation at Bomen, Wagga Wagga under a panel arrangement. Tenders will be assessed on a number of criteria. Tenderers are advised that the lowest or any Tender will not necessarily be accepted. Enquiries should be directed to Mr James Bolton on 02 6926 9648 or bolton.james@wagga.nsw.gov.au. A non-refundable fee of $110 will be charged for each hard copy of the Specification or specifications at nil cost can be accessed from www.tenderlink.com/wagga

ALAN ELDRIDGE, GENERAL MANAGER

ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE OFFICER Remuneration: Min $1,186.92 gpw + superEnquiries: Greg Minehan - 02 6926 9332Closing Date: Friday, 20 November 2015

PLANT OPERATOR (Grader)Remuneration: Min $993.06 gpw + superEnquiries: Keith Newell - 0428 286 317 (8.00am to 4.00pm)Closing Date: Monday, 23 November 2015

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City streets to be resealed

Meet BessThis week's pet of the

week is Bess, a female tabby who is about 12 months old.

Bess would settle nicely into a new family and loves to be patted or just lay around.

Bess can be adopted for $213.50 from the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter. This fee

includes microchipping, lifetime registration, first vaccination, desexing and worming.

If you would like to meet Bess or any other animals, come down to the shelter from Monday to Saturday between 1pm and 4.15pm.

For more information, contact the shelter on 6971 4651 or visit wagga.nsw.gov.au/animals.

Celebrate in style with the ultimate pool party at Oasis

mobile library

Ph: (02) 6926 9771

timetable

www.rrl.nsw.gov.au

Collingullie Tuesday November 10, 3.45pm – 4.45pmHumula Wednesday November 11, 9.15am – 11.15amTarcutta Friday November 13, 9am – 11am

Weekly mowing reportCouncil’s mowing

program is continuing across the region with all parks, reserves and open space areas are programmed to receive one grass cut about every six weeks.

The mowing teams will be operating in the

following areas:• North: Wiradjuri,

Moorong and Travers Streets followed by the CBD

• East: Tatton followed by Springvale

• West: Bourkelands followed by Tolland

• Seasonal: roundabout maintenance followed by Kooringal

• Roadside mowing: Western region

• Village mowing: Ladysmith followed by Humula

Council is taking advantage of the drier months ahead to undertake the urban reseal component of the 2015/16 reseal program.

It’s planned to reseal 200,000 square metres across 71 different sections of local roads, with a budget

of $1 million.The following roads are

scheduled for work between now and the end of April 2016, some alterations to the schedule may be required as staff progress through the program.

RESEAL PROGRAM:• Allambie Wy• Crawford St• Hodson Ave• Meurant Ave• Atkins Pl• Cross St• Hurd St• Mimosa Dr• Avocet Dr• Dobbs St• Incarnie Cres• Morundah St• Banksia Pl• Doman St• Jeremy Pl• Oates Ave• Beckwith St• Egret Pl• Johnston St

• Phillip Ave• Beltana Ave• Estella Rd• Jones St• Plane Tree Drv• Best St (Wagga) • Featherwood Rd• Kamaroo Ct• Pugsley Ave• Binda Pl• Fitzhardinge St• Kauri Pl• Shiralee Pl• Bolger Ave • Forsyth St• Kerr St• Simmons St • Bourke St• Frances Ct• Kincaid St • Stringybark Pl

• Broad St• Freer St • Koora Pl• Tompson St • Canola Pl• Galing Pl• Loth St• Wiradjuri Cres• Collins St• Hakea Pl• Mallee Rd• Yarran Pl• Cooba Pl• Harrier St• Margaret Ave• Corella Pl• Heron Pl• Matheson Pl• Crampton St• Heydon Ave• Mathoura Ave

Make a splash with your next birthday party by having it at the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre.

The Oasis has launched three new party packages guaranteed to entertain your kids and all their friends, which are available from 1 December.

To celebrate, a party package for up to 10 kids was up for grabs at Little Big Day Out last month, with the lucky winner being local mum Karly Delaney. Karly’s two kids were so excited about the party package they spent most of Little Big Day

Out debating who would get the prize – even before they knew their mum had won it.

If you think the ultimate pool party sounds like the perfect birthday for your lucky boy or girl, visit the Oasis and complete the booking form.

Packages are suitable for younger children through to teens and ranges in cost from $15 to $35 per child.

Two of the three packages include exclusive use of the popular water rollers for party attendees. For more information, contact the Oasis on 6926 9390.

The third annual check-up of life in regional Australia is under way – and you could win a share of $7000 in prizes just for taking part.

The University of Canberra’s Regional Wellbeing Survey is open now until 1 December and gives an important overview of country communities.

The University of Canberra’s Jacki Schirmer recently presented a breakdown of the 2014 results to Councils from around the Riverina at the first Regional Integrated Planning and Reporting forum held in the Council Meeting Room.

By completing this year’s survey, you are helping produce vital information that can be used to help plan for Wagga’s future.

Survey participants can enter the prize draw to win one of 16 prizes, with first prize a $2000 gift card.

To find out more and take part, visit regionalwellbeing.org.au.

Give someone a taste of the Riverina this Christmas.

The Wagga Wagga Visitor Information Centre stocks an extensive range of local produce, including olive oil, liquorice, pistachios, hot sauce, jam and salted caramel spread.

Sound too good to share? There’s also beautifully packaged gift hampers, perfect for this year’s festive season, with pre-orders available for pre-Christmas pick-up.

Head into the VIC at 183 Tarcutta Street or visitwagga.com/shop to organise your ready-made hamper, or contact the friendly team on 1300 100 122 to arrange a custom hamper.

The VIC is open from 9am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 9am to 4pm on Saturday and 9.30am to 2pm on Saturday.

Wish someone a tasty Christmas

Take part in survey and win