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Council NewsFIRST PRINTED SATURDAY 21 MARCH 2015

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL Issue 36

Weekly information from us to you

More than 200 members of the Wagga Wagga community have been given an update on the future of flood management over the past fortnight.

Information sessions were held for the Oura, Gumly Gumly, North Wagga, East Wagga and Eunony areas, before a general update on Thursday for the CBD and the

remainder of the community.Each meeting covered the

detailed investigation and design process for the Main City and North Wagga levee upgrade project and alternative flood management options for North Wagga, which were put forward by the community in the past.

With the six sessions complete, Mayor of the City of Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall is calling all residents and businesses to complete two surveys to help best inform Council before a decision is

made in July. “We’re talking about people’s

homes and people’s livelihoods – this is an issue my fellow Councillors and I take very seriously,” Cr Kendall said.

“We as a community are working towards a decision that will impact us all for decades to come and we must get it right.

“I urge everyone to complete the two surveys and make sure everyone’s voice is heard as these flood management options will impact us all in different ways.”

The first survey covers the detailed levee design for a 1 in 100 Main City levee and a 1 in 20 North Wagga levee, while the other focuses on all flood management options for North Wagga.

The detailed levee designs are being undertaken by NSW Public Works and are based on extensive flood modelling and detailed investigations carried out over the past six months.

For more information and to access the surveys, visit www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/floodsurvey.

New Your Say Wagga users will need to register to complete the surveys.

The surveys are open until Sunday 3 May.

If you have no access to the internet or require help to complete the survey, contact Council’s Community Engagement Officer Lauren Fitzgerald on 1300 292 442 or communityengagement@wagga.nsw.gov.au.

Time to have your say

P U B L I C A R T C O M M I S S I O N

U R A N Q U I T YV I L L A G E W O R K S

Budget: $50K (ex. GST)

Applications close: Friday 24 April 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 artists for a sculptural artwork to be installed in Wirraway Park, Uranquinty.

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CULTURE CLUB: Mayor Rod Kendall addresses the crowd of hundreds who turned out to mark the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery’s 40th anniversary on Wednesday night.

Surveys to canvass flood management options

More than 250 art lovers from across the Riverina celebrated the 40th anniversary of the Wagga Wagga Art Gallery this week.

On Wednesday evening, the Gallery and its supporters enjoyed the launch of four new exhibitions brought together to showcase the rich cultural life of our region.

Alongside works from the Gallery’s

own collections, shows from the Wagga Wagga Art Society and ABC Open demonstrated the vibrant talents of artists and storytellers.

Acclaimed glass artist Peter Minson launched Evidence in Possession, an exhibition of works from the Gallery’s National Art Glass Collection, and praised the vision of the city and Wagga Wagga City Council in establishing and

maintaining, such a unique treasure.The event was opened with a great

performance by Mayliaa Aboriginal Dance Group and finished with the Twilight Dance Troupe in the Gallery courtyard, along with a projection display of archival photos from the Gallery’s history.

“We are not just commemorating the anniversary of a single institution, we are

acknowledging 40 years of the growth and development of Wagga Wagga itself as a vibrant and creative city,” Mayor of the City of Wagga Wagga Councillor Rod Kendall said.

“I am very proud, as are my fellow Councillors, of the important role that Wagga Wagga City Council has played through these years in fostering the creative spirit of our community.”

Wagga Wagga Art Gallery celebrates 40th anniversary in style

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This is a circus like no other – in an exciting contemporary performance, 360 ALLSTARS swap acrobats for breakdancers, a unicycle for a BMX and a juggling clown for a basketball freestyler.

Add in live music and this show at the Civic Theatre will leave you wanting more.

“I just wanted to make something really awesome,” director and “ringmaster” Gene Peterson said.

“And that was literally my selection criteria for the artforms featured in 360 ALLSTARS – awesome.

“BMX flatlanding, basketball freestyling, breakdancing, beatboxing, drumming and Roue Cyr … how many different types of awesome can we put on one stage?”

Always looking to take the show to the next level, Mr Peterson hunted down the best of the best in each artform, with performers coming together from the UK, Europe, Asia, America, Australia and New Zealand.

“It was like giving myself permission to think like a kid in a candy store and ignore the realities and restrictions that you learn to accept as an adult,” he said.

“I think that’s why this work relates to a younger audience so well. It’s got everything a kid would think is cool because I was thinking like a child when I dreamed it up.

“And hopefully that appeals to the inner child of our adult audiences as well.”

The show also features what Mr Peterson described as “an amazing lightshow, a killer live soundtrack, and stunning AV design projected across three video screens”.

The 360 ALLSTARS will hit the Civic Theatre on Wednesday 8 April at 7.30pm. To book tickets, contact the theatre box office on 6926 9688 or visit www.civictheatre.com.au.

International Women’s Day 2015 was celebrated with the launch of the Integrated Women’s Health Strategic Plan and a Q&A forum at the Civic Theatre last week.

The plan was developed in partnership with Wagga Wagga City Council, Murrumbidgee Local Health District, NSW Department of Family and Community Services, while the forum was a joint initiative of Council and Charles Sturt University (CSU).

“Council values its role in partnering and co-hosting with other key organisations, in order to encourage community dialogue of important issues, such as women’s health and gender equity,” Council’s Director Environmental and Community Services Janice Summerhayes said.

Hot topics at the forum included domestic violence, the lack of representation of women in high profile and political positions and the continued wage inequity experienced by women.

“Both the launch of the Integrated Women’s Health Strategic Plan and the Q&A forum were significant events in highlighting the impacts of gender inequity,” Manager of the Wagga Women’s

Health Centre, Gail Meyer said. “It is important to continue the conversations in order to promote meaningful and positive change in our communities.”

Chair of the Leadership Development for Women Committee at CSU Sarah Ansell

said about 350 people attended the Make It Happen forum.

“We were delighted to see so many people attend the event and help our expert panel explore gender equality through a regional lens.”

We seek a dynamic business professional to deliver key strategic objectives and provide leadership and motivation to a team of industry professionals.

Enquiries: Naomi Stuart - 02 6926 9145 Closing Date: Thursday 26 March 2015

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Council has recently completed the Tarcutta Street former Gasworks Remediation and will provide an overview of the project for members of the community. The information session will be held at 5.30pm on Tuesday 31 March 2015 in the Council Meeting Room, Civic Centre.

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Community Information SessionTarcutta Street former Gasworks Remediation

Wednesday 7.30pm8 april 2015

360 allstarsan onyx production

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“absolutely electrifying and totally engaging” Pearl Magazine

Women celebrated in Wagga

FOCUS ON WOMEN: Marking International Women’s Day on 10 March are Council’s Director Environmental and Community Services Janice Summerhayes, NSW Women’s CEO Health Denele Crozier, Wiradjuri Elder Aunty Isobel Reid, Wagga Women’s Health Centre management committee vice president Jan Roberts and Deputy Mayor of Wagga Councillor Dallas Tout.

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 are piloting a Household Asbestos Disposal Scheme offering free disposal of bonded asbestos

from across the Local Government Area.You only have until the end of June to make the most of this scheme!

Circus with attitude at 360 ALLSTARS

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THIS WEEK:PETER J CASEY: ONE MAN BANNEDSat 21 MarchHistoric Council Chambers7pm for a 7.30pm start. Bookings essential. Cost: $20.

TARCUTTA MARKETSSat 21 March8am to 2pm. Tarcutta Memorial Hall, Sydney Street, Tarcutta. Ph: 0477 472 154

COLOURFEST FILM FESTIVAL – HARMONY DAY 2015Sat 21 March11am and 2pm at the Wagga Wagga City Library. Film screenings approximately one hour. Free, no bookings required.

ERINEARTH OPEN DAYSat 21 March9.30am-2pm. Gold coin donation. 1 Kildare Street. Ph: 0434 345 486 or 0428 381 879.

ROCK AND ROLL DANCE – TAKE 5 BANDSat 21 March

7pm-11pm. $10 entry. North Wagga Hall. Ph 6926 4901 or 0419 414 573.

TRAP NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPSOn until Sat 28 MarchFrom 8.30am daily. National Shooting Grounds, Tasman Road. Ph: 6938 2121

WAGGA WAGGA HOMELEISUREFEST ROADSHOW 2015Sat 21 and Sun 22 March10am to 5pm daily. Wagga Showground, Bourke Street. Ph: 0411 123 571

WAGGA WAGGA SHOW AND SHINESun 22 MarchGates open 9am. Cost: Adults $5, Family $10. Hillis Motor Group, Hammond Avenue. Ph: 0415 079 417 or 0417 027 364

MELANOMA MARCHSun 22 March9am for 10am start. Wagga Wagga Music Bowl, Botanic Gardens, Macleay Street. Ph: 0401 355 667 melanomamarch.org.au

SUPERHERO WALK FOR AUTISMSun 22 March10.30am for 11am start. Apex Park, Lake Albert. Email: info@waggaautismgroup.org.au.

PEDAL POWER CLUB DISPLAY AND RAFFLESun 22 March9am to 3pm. Cost: $3pp. Vintage Car Club Hall, cnr Morgan and Docker Streets. Ph: 0421 047 199

A NIGHT WITH THE STARSWed 25 March8pm. Civic Theatre. All tickets $30. Ph: 6926 9688

WAGGA WAGGA CROQUET CLUB GOLF CROQUET CARNIVALFrom Thur 26 March9am-4pm Daily until Sunday 29 March. Wagga Wagga Croquet Club. Ph 02 6922 5754.

HENSCHKE CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL FETEFri 27 March5pm-7.30pm. Free entry. Ph 0409 565 482

ADFAS LECTURE: ANNE LATREILLEFri 27 March6.15pm for 6.30pm start. $25 including a light supper.

For support in organising your event, contact Council’s Events Unit at events@wagga.nsw.gov.au or 1300 292 442 Monday - Friday.

To promote your event or for a complete list of events go to: visitwagga.com or call 1300 100 122.

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COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSIONS - Village Flood StudiesWagga Wagga City Council is hosting community information sessions to present the village flood studies for Uranquinty Ladysmith and Tarcutta.

Undertaken by consultant Lyall and Associates, the study provides flood planning and flood management advice for these villages, showing areas of inundation for floods of various recurrence intervals and information on high hazard areas.

WHEN WHO WHERE TIME24 March 2015 Uranquinty Uranquinty Community Centre 7pm25 March 2015 Ladysmith Ladysmith Memorial Hall 7pm26 March 2015 Tarcutta Tarcutta RSL Club 6pm

Want to know more?EMAIL: floodfutures@wagga.nsw.gov.au PHONE: Lauren Fitzgerald, Community Engagement Officer on 6926 9197

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Council consultation with the community is always important, but even more so when significant and life changing infrastructure is

being considered.Council will in the middle

of this year make its final decision on the levee bank upgrade. A decision (effectively) has been made to upgrade the Main City levee to a 1 in 100 year height.

No firm decision has been made for North Wagga and that is the reason why we have been holding a series of consultations over the last

fortnight. This decision will have a

direct effect on the lives of all North Wagga residents and on residents and businesses affected by flood events. It will also have an indirect effect on the remainder of ratepayers. It important you know how each option affects you and we get your feedback.

In these information sessions, many options have been presented along with a

list of pros and cons, a cost to undertake and an ongoing annual average annual cost of damage to North Wagga homes for each option. All of these options have been brought to Council at some time as possibilities.

The information attached to those options goes a long way to helping individuals understand the effectiveness of each option and whether or not they are good or bad for

that individual.The consultation sessions

have been all well attended and we have had some very effective feedback and requests for additional information. This information will all be uploaded onto www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/floodfutures but can also be sent to individuals if they wish.

If you could not go to an information session, I suggest

you contact Community Engagement Officer Lauren Fitzgerald on 1300 292 442 and she will register you and your preferred contact details and ensure that you are kept updated.

We will be seeking as many responses as possible to help Council make this decision.

Mayor Rod Kendall

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

WHAT IS IT? Class 4 Noxious Weed – Locally Controlled Weed.WHAT DOES IT LOOK LIKE? It is an annual or short-lived plant up to 75cm high. Flower heads are bright yellow surrounded by rows of yellow spines. WHERE IS IT FOUND? It prefers fertile well-drained soils and can form dense impenetrable stands that displace desirable vegetation.

Due to the spines, livestock and wildlife avoid grazing in heavily infested areas.HOW IS IT SPREAD? A single plant can produce 10,000 seeds, which spread through wind. The plant usually dies after flowering, but some root stocks may survive summer to produce rosettes in autumn. WHAT CAN I DO? Cultivations will control young plants

but needs repeating to control subsequent germinations. Slashing pre-flowering is effective if timed correctly. Hormone herbicides are effective on young plants.

ST BARNABY’S THISTLEwanted

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This week’s pet of the week is Butch, an approximately one-year-old male Roman-nosed bull terrier cross.

This highly energetic, boisterous and strapping lad is a bit of a handful and is not real keen on other dogs. Butch is a bit of a wild child and would make a great addition to a family with a large back yard with solid, high fences.

Butch is looking for an active family so he can get his exercise every day and become socialised.

Butch can be adopted $291.18, which includes vaccinations, desexing, worming, microchipping, lifetime registration and a vet check.

You can meet Butch and his buddies at the Glenfield Road Animal Shelter from Monday to Saturday, 1pm to 4.15pm.

For more information you can contact the friendly Animal Management Rangers on 6971 4651or visit www.rescuerex.webs.com.

Meet ButchThere’s less than a week left to RSVP for the

Earth Hour Plus One event, which will be held at the Museum of the Riverina Botanic Gardens site on Saturday, 28 March.

More than 7000 cities in 162 nations will take part in Earth Hour this year and Wagga Wagga City Council is collaborating with the Australian climate change action group 1 Million Women to host a free event next weekend.

Local members of 1 Million Women or anyone interested in learning about the impact of climate change will hear from Dr Andrew Wallace, who will present the latest findings on how climate change will impact the region and how you can make a difference.

“Women make 85 per cent of the consumer decisions in the household, so if we can empower

women to make small but smart changes to the way they purchase and consume then we can make a real difference,” Council’s Environmental Education Officer Alice Kent said.

“Following the presentation by Dr Andrew Wallace, participants will enjoy wine and cheese by candlelight as we join millions of people around the planet to mark Earth Hour.”

The Earth Hour Plus One event will be held from 7pm to 9.30pm at the Museum of the Riverina Botanic Gardens site.

Earth Hour itself will take place around the globe between 8.30pm and 9.30pm.

To RSVP for the Earth Hour Plus One event, contact Janette Downey on 1300 292 442 or downey.janette@wagga.nsw.gov.au by Wednesday 25 March.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

FOR ABORIGINAL ARTISTSJoin the DotsCREATING A PORTFOLIO TOMARKETING YOURSELF AS AN ARTIST

BOOKINGS ESSENTIALTo secure your place call 6926 9358

For further information visit www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/jointhedots

• write the perfect artist statement and CV

• develop your individual brand• price your work• complete an artwork inventory• create a marketing plan• create an online presence through

websites and social media• deal with rejection from grant

agencies

• tap into national artist networks• find and maintain a mentor

throughout your career• embrace practical opportunities

to exhibit your work • work in partnership with galleries• understand a formal agreement• understand the 3 C’s:

consignment, contracts and commission

NAVA will provide industry knowledge on how to:

Thursday 26 MarchE3 art space, Wagga Wagga City Council, 12pm - 6pm

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WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL ERRATUMLocal Government Act 1993Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991Notice of Compulsory Acquisition of LandThe notice published in the NSW Government Gazette of 24 October 2014 Folio 3537 under the heading ‘Notice of Compulsory Acquisition of Land’ contained an error and should read as follows:Wagga Wagga City Council declares with the approval of His Excellency the Governor that the land described in Schedule 1 below, excluding the interests described in Schedule 2 below and excluding any mines or deposits of minerals in the land, is acquired by compulsory process in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 for extinguishing interests and re-sale. SCHEDULE 1Lot 13 DP 1196094SCHEDULE 2Easement to drain water 2.5 metres wide shown in DP 1017384Easement to drain sewage 2.5 metres wide show in DP 1017384Easement to drain sewage 2 metres wide shown in DP 1017384This erratum amends that error.

WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL ERRATUMLocal Government Act 1993Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991Notice of Compulsory Acquisition of LandThe notice published in the NSW Government Gazette of 24 October 2014 Folio 3538 under the heading ‘Notice of Compulsory Acquisition of Land’ contained an error and should read as follows:Wagga Wagga City Council declares with the approval of His Excellency the Governor that the land described in Schedule 1 below, excluding the interests described in Schedule 2 below and excluding any mines or deposits of minerals in the land, is acquired by compulsory process in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 for extinguishing interests and re-sale. SCHEDULE 1Lot 16 DP 835763SCHEDULE 2H955009 Easement for transmission line 45.72 wide.This erratum amends that error. WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL ERRATUMLocal Government Act 1993Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991Notice of Compulsory Acquisition of LandThe notice published in the

NSW Government Gazette of 24 October 2014 Folio 3537 under the heading ‘Notice of Compulsory Acquisition of Land’ contained an error and should read as follows:Wagga Wagga City Council declares with the approval of His Excellency the Governor that the lands described in Schedule 1 below, excluding the interests described in Schedule 2 below and excluding any mines or deposits of minerals in the land, are acquired by compulsory process in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 for extinguishing interests and re-sale. SCHEDULE 1Lot 49 DP 1179795Lot 50 DP 1179795Lot 51 DP 1179795Lot 53 DP 1179795Lot 54 DP 1179795Lot 55 DP 1179795Lot 56 DP 1179795SCHEDULE 2Easement for electricity purposes 2 metres wide shown in DP 1179795This erratum amends that error.WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCIL ERRATUMLocal Government Act 1993Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991Notice of Compulsory Acquisition of LandThe notice published in the NSW Government Gazette of 24 October 2014 Folio 3537

under the heading ‘Notice of Compulsory Acquisition of Land’ is amended by the inclusion of Schedule 2 to read:Wagga Wagga City Council declares with the approval of His Excellency the Governor that the land described in Schedule 1 below, excluding the interests described in Schedule 2 below and excluding any mines or deposits of minerals in the land, is acquired by compulsory process in accordance with the provisions of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 for extinguishing interests and re-sale. SCHEDULE 1Lot 20 DP 22260SCHEDULE 2Easement for gas distribution pipes affecting the part designated (A) in plan with AI641473.This erratum amends that notice. RFT 2015/020 SUPPLY & CONSTRUCT WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT MANGOPLAHLump sum Tenders marked “RFT 2015/020 Supply & Construct Waste Water Treatment Plant Mangoplah” are invited and will be received by the undersigned until 2pm Wednesday 15 April 2015. Contact: Geoff Veneris email: veneris.geoffrey@wagga.nsw.gov.au Specifications at nil cost can be accessed on the following web address: www.tenderlink.com/wagga Hard copy tenders are available for $110 (non-refundable)

NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT PROPOSALWagga Wagga City Council has received the following application to carry out “Development” under the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979.DA15/0117, Temporary Event, Mt Erin Boarding School Edmondson St TURVEY PARK NSW 2650 Lot 2 DP 543801, Applicant: Wagga Wagga Takes 2 Inc DA15/0071, 8 x Multi Dwelling Houses & Community Title Subdivision, 25 Phillip Ave MOUNT AUSTIN NSW 2650, Lot 231 DP 36720, Applicant: QT-SOM Pty Ltd DA15/0113, Two Lot Torrens Title Subdivision & Construction of 2 x 3 Bedroom Dwellings, 2 Charlton St BOOROOMA NSW 2650, Lot 47 DP 1193816, Applicant: All Seasons Constructions 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: 23/03/2015 to 07/04/2015Where: 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.

Phil Pinyon, GENERAL MANAGER

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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT GRADUATE Twelve (12) Month Term ContractRemuneration: Min $966.91 gpw + superEnquiries: Naomi Stuart - 02 6926 9145 Closing Date: Friday 10 April 2015

CEMETERY / CREMATORIUM ASSISTANTRemuneration: Min $902.70 gpw + superEnquiries: Michael Gleeson - 0408 476 650 (Monday to Friday, 7.00am - 4.00pm) Closing Date: Tuesday 7 April 2015

GARDENER Two (2) Positions AvailableRemuneration: Min $808.46 gpw + superEnquiries: Ben Nimmo - 0417 454 943 (Monday to Friday, 7.00am - 4.00pm)Closing Date: Tuesday 7 April 2015

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Invitation to apply for funding from the ClubGRANTS Scheme2015 Category 1 Funding Applications

Online applications will be received via the Wagga Wagga City Council website www.wagga.nsw.gov.au/clubgrantsApplications open 9am Monday 2 March 2015 and close 5pm Friday 24 April 2015.

For enquiries please contact Michelle Castle at Wagga Wagga City Council on 1300 292 442 during office hours.

Community organisations are invited to apply for funding towards your local community service needs and priorities from the ClubGRANTS scheme. The ClubGRANTS scheme allows registered clubs with annual gaming machine revenue exceeding $1 million to apply a percentage of that revenue to specific development and support projects. At least 50% of funding from each club is to be allocated to Category 1 projects.

Local projects will be considered for the following priorities under Category 1 funding:• Respite care• Women and family health and well being• Disadvantaged groups• People with disabilities• Children and youth services• Drought/Flood Relief

Wagga Wagga City Council is supporting the Australian climate change action group ‘1 Million Women’ by hosting a free event to celebrate Earth Hour.Bring a friend along and celebrate Earth Hour 2015 whilst enjoying spectacular views of our beautiful city from the balcony of the Museum of the Riverina.

Dr Andrew Wallace will present the latest findings on how climate change will impact our region and how we can all take measures to make a difference. The talk will be followed by wine and cheese by candlelight as we join with millions of people around the planet acknowledging Earth Hour.

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earth hourP L U S O N E

Saturday 28 March7pm – 9:30pm at the Museum of the Riverina Botanic Gardens Site, Lord Baden Powell Drive Wagga Wagga

RSVP essential by Wednesday 25 March to Janette Downey on 1300 292 442 or downey.janette@wagga.nsw.gov.au.