Ordinary Meeting of Council

 

 

 

To be held on
Monday

28 September 2020

AT 6:00pm

 

 

 

Cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets,
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650
PO Box 20, Wagga Wagga

 

Phone: 1300 292 442
Fax: 02 6926 9199
Website: www.wagga.nsw.gov.au

 

In pursuance of the provisions of the Local Government Act, 1993 and the Regulations there under, notice is hereby given that an Ordinary Meeting of the Council of the City of Wagga Wagga will be held in the Council Chamber, Civic Centre, Corner Baylis and Morrow Streets, Wagga Wagga, on Monday 28 September 2020 at 6:00pm.

 

Council live streams video and audio of Council meetings. Members of the public are advised that their voice and/or image may form part of the webcast.

 

 

 

Mr Peter Thompson

General Manager

 

 

 

 

QUORUM

The quorum for a meeting of the Council is a majority of the Councillors of the Council who hold office for the time being who are eligible to vote at the meeting.

COUNCIL MEETING ROOM

 

Ordinary Meeting of Council AGENDA AND BUSINESS PAPER

Monday 28 September 2020

ORDER OF BUSINESS:

CLAUSE               PRECIS                                                                                       PAGE

PRAYER                                                                                                                       3

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY                                                                          3

APOLOGIES                                                                                                                 3

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST                                                                                    3

Mayoral Minutes

MM-1           ELECTION OF MAYOR AND DEPUTY MAYOR - SEPTEMBER 2020 - 2021 4

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1         NOTICE OF MOTION - CITY BRAND                                                          9

NOM-2         NOTICE OF MOTION - REFERENDUM FOR POPULARLY ELECTED MAYOR     12

Councillor Report

CR-1            COUNCILLOR REPORT - MURRAY DARLING ASSOCIATION'S 76TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE & AGM                                                                             14

Reports from Staff

RP-1            DA20/0310 - Indoor Recreation Facility (Indoor Pool), Including Alterations and Additions to Existing Premises, at 51 Trail Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650                                                                    17

RP-2            DA19/0649 - Concept development application to subdivide land into 37 residential lots.
Detailed (Stage 1) proposal for 31 residential lots and associated infrastructure, demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings, earthworks and proposed exhibition home AT 52 PLUMPTON ROAD, TATTON, NSW 2650                                                                                 23

RP-3            DA20/0062 - ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS INCLUDING REAR EXTENSION AND DETACHED OUTBUILDING WITH SECONDARY DWELLING ABOVE AT 21 WOLLUNDRY AVENUE, WAGGA WAGGA, LOT 1 DP 543802                                        28

RP-4            DA20/0348 - 47 Spring Street Wagga Wagga, Lot 1 DP 421513 and Lot 1 DP 502818 - Alterations to the existing dual occupancy and construction of an additional dwelling.                                                             34

RP-5            Planning Proposal (LEP19/0004) to amend the minimum lot size provisions for land located on Plumpton Road and Brindabella Drive, Tatton   38

RP-6            Response to Notice of Motion - Council Information            44

RP-7            Response to Notice of Motion - Decreasing Social and Community Disadvantage                                                                                      52

RP-8            Financial Performance Report as at 31 August 2020              66

RP-9            Section 356 Requests for Financial Assistance                     103

RP-10          LIVESTOCK MARKETING CENTRE 2020/21 FEE AMENDMENT             118

RP-11          Work Health and Safety Policy - POL 080                                  120

RP-12          RESOLUTIONS AND NOTICES OF MOTIONS REGISTERS                    130

RP-13          RESPONSE TO QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE                         132    

QUESTIONS/BUSINESS WITH NOTICE                                                                     135

Confidential Reports

CONF-1       RFT2021-03 ROADSIDE VEGETATION MANAGEMENT AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICES                                                                                              136

CONF-2       TENANT RENT CONCESSIONS                                                              137

CONF-3       Code of Conduct matter A                                                            138

CONF-4       Code of Conduct matter B                                                            139

 

 

 

PRAYER

 

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

 

 

APOLOGIES

 

 

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

MM-1

 

Mayoral Minute

MM-1              ELECTION OF MAYOR AND DEPUTY MAYOR - SEPTEMBER 2020 - 2021

Author:                        Neil McDermott 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

The purpose of this report is to facilitate the election of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor. In the case of the Council of the City of Wagga Wagga, the Mayor is to be elected by the Councillors from among the Councillors (Section 227 of the Local Government Act 1993 (the Act)).

 

 

Recommendation That Council conduct the election of the Mayor and Deputy Mayor by the voting method determined by Council for the period from September 2020 to September 2021.

 

Section 225 of the Local Government Act 1993 (the Act) requires Council to have a Mayor who is elected in accordance with the provisions of the Act.

 

The Councillor elected as Mayor at this meeting will hold that office for a period of one year, until the next Mayoral election in September 2021 following the next ordinary local government elections.

 

In accordance with the provisions of Section 231(2) of the Act, the Council may elect one of its members to act as Deputy Mayor either for the Mayoral term or for a shorter term as may be resolved by the Council. Further, the Deputy Mayor may exercise any function of the Mayor, at the request of the Mayor or if the Mayor is prevented by illness, absence or otherwise from exercising the function or if there is a casual vacancy in the office of the Mayor.

 

The election provisions of Schedule 7 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 also relate to the Deputy Mayor.

 

Role of the Mayor

 

Section 226 of the Act prescribes that the role of the Mayor includes but is not limited to the following:

•        to exercise, in cases of necessity, the policy-making functions of the governing body of the Council between meetings of the Council

•        to exercise such other functions of the Council as the Council determines

•        to preside at meetings of the Council

•        to carry out the civic and ceremonial functions of the mayoral office

 

 

 

Election of Mayor – September 2020 to September 2021

 

The procedure to be followed for the election of Mayor is outlined in Schedule 7 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005, and is reproduced hereunder:

 

 

Part 1 - Preliminary

 

Returning Officer

 

1.      The General Manager, Mr Peter Thompson will be the returning officer for the election to be held on 28 September 2020.

 

Nomination

 

2.      (1)     A Councillor may be nominated without notice for election as Mayor or Deputy Mayor.

(2)     The nomination is to be made in writing by two or more Councillors one of whom may be the nominee. The nomination is not valid unless the nominee has indicated consent to the nomination in writing.

(3)     The nomination is to be delivered or sent to the Returning Officer prior to the start of the 28 September 2020 Council Meeting.

(4)     The Returning Officer is to announce the names of the nominees at the council meeting at which the election is to be held.

Election

 

3.      (1)     If only one Councillor is nominated, that Councillor is elected.

(2)     If more than one Councillor is nominated, the council is to resolve whether the election is to proceed by preferential ballot, by ordinary ballot or by open voting.

(3)     The election is to be held at the council meeting at which the council resolves on the method of voting.

(4)     In this clause:

"ordinary ballot" has its normal meaning of secret ballot.

"open voting" means voting by a show of hands or similar means.

 

Part 2 - Ordinary ballot or open voting

 

Application of Part

 

4.      This Part applies if the election proceeds by ordinary ballot or by open voting.

 

Marking of ballot-papers

 

5.      (1)     If the election proceeds by ordinary ballot, the Returning Officer is to decide the manner in which votes are to be marked on the ballot-papers.

(2)     The formality of a ballot-paper under this Part must be determined in accordance with clause 345 of the Regulation as if it were a ballot-paper referred to in that clause.

(3)     An informal ballot-paper must be rejected at the count.

 

Count-2 candidates

 

6.      (1)     If there are only two candidates, the candidate with the higher number of votes is elected.

(2)     If there are only two candidates and the votes are tied, the one elected is to be chosen by lot.

 

Count-3 or more candidates

 

7.      (1)     If there are three or more candidates, the one with the lowest number of votes is to be excluded.

(2)     If three or more candidates then remain, a further vote is to be taken of those candidates and the one with the lowest number of votes from that further vote is to be excluded.

(3)     If, after that, three or more candidates still remain, the procedure set out in subclause (2) is to be repeated until only two candidates remain.

(4)     A further vote is to be taken of the two remaining candidates.

(5)     Clause 6 of the Schedule then applies to the determination of the election as if the two remaining candidates had been the only candidates.

(6)     If at any stage during a count under subclause (1) or (2), two or more candidates are tied on the lowest number of votes, the one excluded is to be chosen by lot.

 

Part 3 - Preferential Ballot

 

Application of Part

 

8.      This Part applies if the election proceeds by preferential ballot.

 

Ballot-papers and voting

 

9.      (1)     The ballot-papers are to contain the names of all the candidates. The councillors are to mark their votes by placing the numbers “1”, “2” and so on against the various names so as to indicate the order of their preference for all the candidates.

(2)     The formality of a ballot-paper under this Part is to be determined in accordance with clause 345 of the Regulation as if it were a ballot-paper referred to in that clause.

(3)     An informal ballot-paper must be rejected at the count.

 

Count

 

10.    (1)     If a candidate has an absolute majority of first preference votes, that candidate is elected.

(2)     If not, the candidate with the lowest number of first preference votes is excluded and the votes on the unexhausted ballot-papers counted to him or her are transferred to the candidates with second preferences on those ballot-papers.

(3)     A candidate who then has an absolute majority of votes is elected, but, if no candidate then has an absolute majority of votes, the process of excluding the candidate who has the lowest number of votes and counting each of his or her unexhausted ballot-papers to the candidates remaining in the election next in order of the voter’s preference is repeated until one candidate has received an absolute majority of votes. The latter is elected.

          (4)     In this clause, "absolute majority", in relation to votes, means a number that is more than one-half of the number of unexhausted formal ballot-papers.

 

Tied candidates

 

11.    (1)     If, on any count of votes, there are two candidates in, or remaining in, the election and the numbers of votes cast for the two candidates are equal-the candidate whose name is first chosen by lot is taken to have received an absolute majority of votes and is therefore taken to be elected.

(2)     If, on any count of votes, there are three or more candidates in, or remaining in, the election and the numbers of votes cast for two or more candidates are equal and those candidates are the ones with the lowest number of votes on the count of the votes-the candidate whose name is first chosen by lot is taken to have the lowest number of votes and is therefore excluded.

 

Part 4 - General

 

Choosing by lot

 

12.    To choose a candidate by lot, the names of the candidates who have equal numbers of votes are written on similar slips of paper by the Returning Officer, the slips are folded by the Returning Officer so as to prevent the names being seen, the slips are mixed and one is drawn at random by the Returning Officer and the candidate whose name is on the drawn slip is chosen.

 

Result

 

13.    The result of the election (including the name of the candidate elected as Mayor or Deputy Mayor) is:

(a)     to be declared to the Councillors at the council meeting at which the election is held by the Returning Officer, and

(b)     to be delivered or sent to the Secretary and the Chief Executive Officer of Local Government NSW.

Note: It is recommended that as in previous years, the election proceed by ordinary ballot.

 

Election of Deputy Mayor – September 2020 to September 2021

 

It has been Council’s normal practice to elect a Deputy Mayor for the same Mayoral term, immediately following the election of the Mayor.

 

Nomination papers for the Mayor and Deputy Mayor are attached and have previously been distributed to Councillors. Nomination papers are to be delivered or sent to the Returning Officer, Mr Peter Thompson prior to the commencement of the Council Meeting to be held on Monday, 28 September 2020 at 6.00pm.

 

N/A

Section 225 of the Local Government Act 1993

Schedule 7 of the Local Government (General) Regulations 2005

 

 

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We have leaders that represent us

 

N/A

N/A

 

 

 

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

NOM-1

 

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1           NOTICE OF MOTION - CITY BRAND

Author:                        Councillor Vanessa Keenan

General Manager:    Peter Thompson         

 

 

Summary:

The purpose of this Notice of Motion is to receive a report that identifies actions to either strengthen the use of the adopted City Brand, remove the City Brand from Council’s use or invest in the development of a new City Brand

 

 

Recommendation That Council receive a report no later than the last meeting in November 2020 that: a       outlines the original budget and intent for implementation of the adopted City Brand, Council’s investment in rolling out the brand, Council’s current use of the City Brand; and b       include any recommended actions to either strengthen the use and organisational compliance of the City Brand, remove the City Brand from Council’s use or invest in the development of a new City Brand

 

In 2012 Council adopted a City Brand. Whilst the corporate brand comprising the crow has been utilised for Council for around 20 years, the City Brand was developed to create an identity for Wagga Wagga as a place and community. The “Wagga blob” is perhaps the most recognisable element of the City Brand and over the last few years, implementation of the brand has diminished and the identity has eroded away. The result of this seems to be an array of identities and brands with no consistency and little to no tie in to the core themes of the City Brand adopted by Council.

 

It seems a ‘demolition by neglect’ approach has been applied in recent years. Staff are requested to undertake a review of the City Brand, its current use and how the consistent roll out of an identity, either the existing brand, a refresh of the existing brand or a new brand be undertaken.

 

N/A

Wagga Wagga City Council Code of Meeting Practice

 

Community Place and Identity

Objective: We are proud of where we live and our identity

Outcome: We have a strong sense of place

 

N/A

N/A

 

 

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

NOM-2

 

NOM-2           NOTICE OF MOTION - REFERENDUM FOR POPULARLY ELECTED MAYOR

Author:                        Councillor Paul Funnell

General Manager:    Peter Thompson         

 

 

Summary:

The purpose of this report is to commence the process for conducting a constitutional referendum at the next ordinary elections by asking the people of this electorate if they would like to opt for a popularly elected Mayor. This report has been prepared following previous advice received to my original Notice of Motion regarding this subject matter earlier this year.

 

 

Recommendation That Council: a       following on from report RP-8 Response to Notice of Motion - Popularly Elected Mayor received at the 10 August 2020 Council Meeting, agree to conducting a constitutional referendum for a popularly elected Mayor at the next council elections scheduled for September 2021 b       receive a further report with details of the process along with the relevant wording to be used to conduct the referendum

 

I am in ongoing receipt of requests from members of the public requesting that they be given the opportunity to choose their own community leaders regarding who should be the Mayor of the City.

 

I have in the past explained that they do make this decision, however it is by default. That is, they elect the councillors who in turn elect the Mayor. For many this explanation is unsatisfactory and have expressed their point of view quite clearly.

 

Many people have contacted me stating they want the opportunity to make their own choice. It is for this reason that this report requests that council put forward the question, do you (the elector) support a popularly elected Mayor, in the format of a referendum at the next council elections.

 

As per the response to my Notice of Motion in August 2020, the NSW Electoral Commission has advised a Constitutional Referendum held in conjunction with the Local Government elections in 2021 would increase the cost of the elections by approximately $47,000.

Wagga Wagga City Council – Code of Meeting Practice

Local Government Act 1993

Local Government Regulations 2005

 

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We are accountable and transparent

 

N/A

I have been approached by a number of people within the community requesting this be done and this was also discussed at the 13 July 2020 and 10 August 2020 Council Meeting.

 

 

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

CR-1

 

Councillor Report

CR-1              COUNCILLOR REPORT - MURRAY DARLING ASSOCIATION'S 76TH NATIONAL CONFERENCE & AGM

Author:         Councillor Greg Conkey OAM

Director:       Peter Thompson         

 

 

Recommendation That Council receive and note the report.

 

I attended the 76^th National Conference and Annual General Meeting of the Murray Darling Association from 14-16 September 2020.

 

It was a “Zoom” meeting due to COVID-19.

 

National President of the Association, Albury Councillor David Thurley OAM, said:

 

“Now more than ever, Australia is looking to the communities of the Murray Darling Basin to lead the way in water management, agriculture, energy efficiency and innovation.

 

”The MDA is tireless in seeking the right balance between valuing, sharing and protecting our incredible natural assets, our infrastructure and our local economies.

 

“Severe drought and bushfires, evolving water markets, climate change, innovations in energy, agriculture, water infrastructure and now COVID-19 all form the backdrop to these extraordinary times.

 

“Local Government has a critical role to play in the management of Basin resources if we are to ensure the sustainability, vibrancy and prosperity of our local communities for future generations.”

 

The CEO of the MDA, Emma Bradbury, also told delegates that local government must be involved and consulted with in regard to the decision-making process involving all aspects of the Murray-Darling basin.

 

Speakers at the Conference included the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development, Michael McCormack, the CEO of the Murray Darling Basin Authority, Phillip Glyde, Chair of the MDBA, Sir Augus Houston, Shadow Minister for the Environment and Water, Terri Butler, Deputy Chair, Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Mick Keogh, the Commonwealth Environmental Water Holder, Jody Swirepik, the Interim Inspector-General Murray-Darling Basin Water Resources, Mick Keelty and the Minister for Resources, Water and Northern Australia, Keith Pitt.

 

The CEO of the National Water Grid Authority, Brendan McRandle, listed the 20 capital projects being undertaken at the moment which includes the $650m project to raise the wall height of the Wyangala Dam.

 

No mention was made of any future plans for Burrinjuck Dam.

 

The National President of the National Farmers Federation, Fiona Simson, talked about the Federation’s plan to grow the rural economy from $60b to $100b over the next decade.

 

Ms Simson said this would be achieved through a variety of ways including growing sustainability and unlocking innovation.

 

Sir Angus Houston said his goal over the coming months was to meet with as many Basin people as possible to listen and learn about their issues and ways in which these can be addressed.

 

“My commitment is to establish and build trusted relationships,” he said.

 

The CEO and co-author, Cross Dependency Initiative XDI, Rohan Hamden, said:

“As a general trend, the Murray-Darling Basin is drying out and that’s the future we should be planning for.”

 

He talked about the climate change risks with northern, central and western areas of NSW at the highest risk. (Wagga is considered to be in the moderate risk category.)

 

Banks and insurance companies are using this analysis to price risk throughout the Basin.

 

CSIRO’s Dr Carmel Pollino, said that due to increasing temperatures the long term forecast for the Basin was reduced rainfall which in turn would lead to reduced runoff.

Ms Pollion said that despite Australia being the driest inhabited continent, the daily consumption of water was one of the highest (on a per capita basis) in the world, second only to Asia.

 

The CSIRO is undertaking considerable research into the opportunities of storing water in aquifers.

 

A number of motions were passed by the conference including:

 

·  Calling on the Federal Minister for Agriculture and the National Farmers Federation to collaborate with strategic partners in the development of an integrated Agricultural and Agribusiness Plan for the Murray Darling Basin;

·  Stressing the fact the MDA does not support further buybacks of water;

·  Advocating for increased incentives for farmers and their communities to implement carbon neutral strategies;

·  Requesting Basin officials to establish and maintain consistent and equitable metering and measuring of extraction across all states and regions;

·  Calling for national investment to upgrade the barrages to enhance efficient water management.

 

The MDA will also be canvassing members to see if there is an appetite to change the name of the Association to the Murray Darling Local Government Association.

 

N/A

Wagga Wagga City Council – Code of Meeting Practice

 

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We have leaders that represent us

 

N/A

N/A

 

 

 

  

 

 

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-1

 

Reports from Staff

RP-1               DA20/0310 - Indoor Recreation Facility (Indoor Pool), Including Alterations and Additions to Existing Premises, at 51 Trail Street, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650

Author:                        Steven Cook 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

This report is for a Development Application and is presented to Council for determination. The application has been referred to Council under Section 1.11 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) as the application proposes to vary a numerical control by more than 10%, and an objection has been received in relation to the matter to which the control relates.   It is proposed to vary Clause 2.1 which relates to vehicle access and movement and Clause 2.2 which relates to off-street parking.

 

 

Recommendation That Council approve DA20/0310 for an indoor recreation facility (indoor pool), including alterations and additions to an existing premises, at 51 Trail Street, Wagga Wagga, subject to the conditions outlined in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report.

 

 

Applicant	Renae Hoogvelt
Owner	Michael Emanuel Hoogvelt and Renae Hoogvelt
Development Cost	$180,000
Development Description	Indoor recreation facility (indoor pool), including alterations and additions to an existing premise

 

Key Issues

 

·      Impacts of the proposed development on parking in the locality

·      Variation to DCP control for parking

·      Impacts on the heritage significance of the Heritage Conservation Area

·      Submissions

 

Assessment

 

·     Under the provisions of the LEP, the site is within the B3 Commercial Core zone.

·     The development is for alterations and additions to an existing building (former dwelling) within the Heritage Conservation Area to construct an indoor pool to the rear of the premises and to change the use of the premises to a recreation facility (indoor).

·     The development proposes to run a ‘boutique style’ learn to swim school, with a maximum 1 group class (at a student:staff ratio of 5:1) and a single 1:1 class running at any one time. 15-minute gaps are proposed between most classes on weekdays to allow patrons finishing lessons to clear out from the facility before the next group of patrons arrive.

·     The development also proposes hydrotherapy sessions during the middle of the day on weekdays. Hydrotherapy sessions will be limited to a maximum of 5 patrons at any one time.

·     A maximum 4 staff will be present on the site at any one time.

·     The development is assessed as being consistent with the provisions of the WWLEP 2010.

·     The development proposes variations to a number of controls within the WWDCP 2010.

o  Control C3 in Section 2.1 of the WWDCP 2010 requires vehicles enter and exit the site in a forward direction. Parking is proposed immediately adjacent to Edel Quinn Lane and vehicles will not be able to enter and exit these spaces in a forward direction. Variation to this control is recommended as:

§ The arrangement is consistent with a large number of properties that back onto lanes in the Wagga Wagga CBD, including a number in the immediate vicinity of the site.

§ The small number of properties serviced by Edel Quinn Lane, the absence of significant through traffic, and the one-way operation of the lane.

§ Provision of parking which enables vehicles to enter and exit the site in a forward direction would likely require full redevelopment of the site, including removal of the original dwelling, which would likely result in unacceptable heritage impacts.

o  Controls C1/C5 in Section 2.2 of the WWDCP 2010 relate to the provision of off-street parking. In accordance with the provisions of the WWDCP 2010, it has been assessed that a reasonable interpretation of the parking controls would require 10 parking spaces be provided on the site. 5 spaces have been provided and it is considered that a credit for an additional parking space on the site exists due to the likely payment of a car parking contribution on the site under a Development Consent issued in 1978. Therefore, it is assessed that there is a shortfall of 3 spaces. Variation to this control is recommended as:

§ Informal parking surveys indicate that substantial on-street parking exists in the vicinity of the site to accommodate overflow parking (51 spaces were observed with 200m of the site at 11:30am on 11/9/20) meaning impacts on nearby businesses and on-street parking area unlikely to be significant.

§ Redevelopment, investment and providing destinations within the Wagga Wagga CBD helps to ensure the primacy and ongoing viability of the Wagga Wagga Commercial Core. The proposed development is for a use that could be located outside the CBD, and it is considered in the public interest that the development occurs within the CBD.

§ The proposed development protects the original dwelling on the site, and minimises impacts on the Heritage Conservation Area. It is likely that additional parking could be provided at the expense of the original dwelling.

§ The proposed development will help address a need for hydrotherapy pool space in the city.

o  Control C9 in relation to the provision of trees within car parking areas. The WWDCP 2010 requires 1 tree per 5 parking spaces. There is insufficient space on site to provide both 5 parking spaces and a tree. In the circumstances, the provision of the fifth parking space is considered of greater importance than the inclusion of a shade tree.

·     Impacts of the proposed development are assessed as being acceptable, including impacts on parking.

·     The application was notified to adjoining owners and advertised for 14 days. Two submissions, by way of objection, were received. Following amendments made to the plans, in part in response to submissions, one objection was withdrawn and replaced with a general submission. The other objection remained.

·     The objection related to the impacts of the development on parking in the local area, including spaces used by clients/customers of nearby businesses as well as impacts on access to adjoining properties resulting from illegally parked vehicles. Conditions of consent have been recommended in response to the objection to help control impacts, such as a requirement for the development of a complaint’s management process, and a parking management plan to ensure customers park appropriately.

·     The Application was referred to Essential Energy and Riverina Water, who provided no objection to the development.

·     Conditions have been recommended to control the number of students, patrons and staff permitted on the site.

·     A condition has also been imposed requiring the preparation of an Operational Management Plan to help manage the ongoing operation of the development. The OMP would include the complaint’s management process and the parking management plan.

 

Having regard for the information contained in the attached Section 4.15 assessment report, it is considered that the development is acceptable for the following reasons and recommended for approval.

 

Reasons for Approval

 

1.    The development is consistent with the provisions of the WWLEP 2010.

2.    Variations to the WWDCP 2010 have been proposed that are considered acceptable and justifiable in the particular circumstances of the development.

3.    The impacts of the development are considered acceptable. Conditions to control impacts have been recommended where relevant.

4.    Matters raised in objections have been addressed and conditions recommended where relevant.

5.    The development helps ensure the primacy and vibrancy of the Wagga Wagga CBD and provides pool space for hydrotherapy and is considered to be in the public interest.

 

Site Location

 

The site, being Lot 3 DP 4999 and Lot 1 DP 937208, 51 Trail Street, Wagga Wagga, is located on the eastern side of Trail Street, approximately 50m south of Kincaid Street, on the western edge of the Wagga Wagga Central Business District. The site has rear lane access via Edel Quinn Lane, which runs behind the property from Kincaid Street to Trail Street.

 

On the site stands a building which is a former dwelling, but has been used for non-residential uses for over 40 years. To the rear of the site is a garage and parking area with direct access from Edel Quinn Lane. No significant vegetation stands on the site.

 

The locality is mixed in nature. The immediately neighbouring properties to the north and south respectively are a financial planning business and a stock and station agent. The financial planning business is located in a former dwelling, whilst the stock and station agent is within a commercial building. The remaining properties to the south bounded by Edel Quinn Lane and Trail Street are two single dwelling houses, whilst the remaining property to the north is a former dwelling used a medical centre.

 

To the rear of the site, on the opposite side of Edel Quinn Lane is an educational establishment and the Edel Quinn hostel accommodation. Opposite the front of the site is tourist and visitor accommodation and the former premises of the Daily Advertiser. The wider locality is generally commercial in nature to the east of Trail Street, and residential to the west, however, uses inconsistent with this primary character are not uncommon.

 

 

N/A

·    Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

·    Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

 

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have sustainable urban development

 

Refusal of the application may result in an appeal process in the Land and Environment Court, which will have to be defended by Council. The reasons for refusal will have to be justified and withstand scrutiny and cross examination in Court.

 

Approval is not considered to raise risk management issues for Council as the proposed development is generally consistent with the relevant provisions of any relevant State Environmental Planning Policy and the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 and variations to the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 have been justified.

Pursuant to Section 1.10 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 the application was advertised on the Council website and notified to surrounding properties from 7-21 August 2020. Two objections were received. Following amendments to the plans, partially in response to matters raised in the objections, Objectors were renotified from 7/9/20 to 14/9/20. One objection was withdrawn and replaced with a general submission. The other objection remained in place.

 

Essential Energy and Riverina Water provided comments and raised no objection to the development.

 

The details of the objection, and the modified submission are attached to this report. The submissions from Essential Energy and Riverina Water are provided in the attached assessment report under the provisions of Section 4.15 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

 

 

 

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1.	DA20/0310 - Section 4.15 Assessment Report - Provided under separate cover
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3.	DA20/0310 - Plans - Provided under separate cover
4.	DA20/0310 - Redacted Submissions - Provided under separate cover

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-2

 

RP-2               DA19/0649 - Concept development application to subdivide land into 37 residential lots.
Detailed (Stage 1) proposal for 31 residential lots and associated infrastructure, demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings, earthworks and proposed exhibition home AT 52 PLUMPTON ROAD, TATTON, NSW 2650

Author:                        Amanda Gray 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

This report is for a Development Application and is presented to Council for determination. The Application has been referred to Council under Section 1.11 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) as more than ten submissions have been received in objection to the development.   As a concept application the proposed development is also seeking a variation of controls and the adoption of modified controls for all future development applications on the subject site.

 

 

Recommendation That Council approve DA19/0649 for a Concept development application to subdivide the land into 37 residential lots and approve the detailed (Stage 1) proposal for the subdivision of 31 residential lots and associated infrastructure, the demolition of the existing dwelling and outbuildings, earthworks and a proposed exhibition home at 52 Plumpton Road, Tatton, NSW 2650 subject to the conditions outlined in the attached Section 4.15 Assessment Report.

 

 

Applicant	Matt Jenkins Builder Pty Ltd.
Owner	Matt Jenkins Builder Pty Ltd.
Development Cost	$1,589,400
Development Description	The application seeks concept approval for an overall subdivision providing 37 lots across the whole site and detailed stage 1 approval for a 31 lot torrens titled subdivision and replacement dwelling.

Key Issues

 

·    Variation of controls relating to lot sizes, front setbacks and road widths.

·    New road to access the site from Brindabella Drive.

·    Impact of development upon existing and surrounding character.

·    Adoption of development controls for all future development applications on the proposed lots.

·    Submissions and objections.

 

Assessment

 

·    The land was the subject of a planning proposal to re-zone land from E2 (Environmental Conservation) to R1 (General Residential) and R5 (Large Lot Residential) to allow for residential subdivision. The re-zoning of the land was approved in January 2020.

·    The application seeks the concept approval for subdivision across the site including new roads. Detailed approval is also sought under stage 1 for a 31 lot subdivision together with the demolition of the existing dwelling and development of one new replacement dwelling that is to initially be used as an exhibition home.

·    The concept is for a compact form of development that introduces lots that are smaller than surrounding lots within Tatton but still of sufficient size to satisfactorily accommodate a range of housing types. Lot sizes range from 333sq.m to 953sq.m.

·    Stage 2 of the concept is for the eastern portion of the site and will include a community title subdivision of the land into six lots ranging in size from 1050sq.m to 2218sq.m.

·    Future development applications are required for residential dwellings. A guidance document has been prepared that includes a set of controls to guide future applications. Subject to compliance with these controls and the concept layout the assessment of these applications should be fairly simple.

·    The application is supported by example house typologies. Whilst approval of these house types is not part of the subject application they do demonstrate what can be accommodated on the lots and that controls for parking, private open-space and solar access can be achieved.

·    One of the house types shown is for two storey multi-dwelling housing on lots 1 and 2. There is concern about the potential impacts that such development could have and additional controls are therefore recommended that increase side setbacks and increase car-parking requirements.

·    The new roads that serve the subdivision have a width of 7.5metres. This width is less than the adopted standard of 9 metres and this has been justified by the applicant and within the attached s4.15 assessment report.

·    Front setbacks are also reduced to 4 metres from the adopted standard of 5.5 metres for Tatton and this has been justified by the applicant and within the attached s4.15 assessment report

·    Twelve submissions were received each of which raised objection to the development. The details of the submissions are included in the attached s4.15 report and the matters raised where applicable have been addressed via the inclusion of recommended conditions of consent.

·    Tree removal is proposed across the site. As the detailed approval is for the stage 1 western part of the site only the removal of existing trees within the stage 2 area is not supported as part of this application.

·    The eastern part of the site is subject to overland flooding and the rezoning of the land was supported by a flood impact assessment that concluded that the land was suitable for residential subdivision subject to specific design controls. For lots within stage 1 impacted by overland flow finished floor levels 500mm above the 1:100year ARI level will be secured by condition and 88B restriction.

Reasons for Approval

 

1.   The proposed development is consistent with the provisions of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010.

2.   The proposed development is consistent with the provisions of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010. Variations to specific controls have been justified and are detailed in the assessment report.

3.   The impacts of the development are considered acceptable and allow for the optimal use of existing urban land that reduces the environmental impacts associated with developing land on the urban fringes.

4.   The matters raised in objections where applicable have been addressed via the inclusion of recommended conditions of consent.

5.   The development is considered to be in the public interest.

 

Site Location

 

The site is legally identified as Lot 336 DP 1247818 and is known as 52 Plumpton Road. The site is on the north-western corner of the junction of Brindabella Drive and Plumpton Road. The site extends to an area of 4.1ha and also includes two additional access lots one that fronts onto Brindabella Drive and one that fronts onto Argyle Court. These lots are both approximately 6 metres in width and were originally intended as driveways into the subject site as there was no other access apart from off Plumpton Road.

 

There is an existing dwelling and outbuildings sited towards the rear of the site, the lot rises gently from Plumpton Road towards the rear where the existing dwelling is located. There is an access driveway from Plumpton Road and there are trees planted along this driveway.

 

There is a dam in the south-eastern corner of the block that functions as a stormwater basin for the wider Tatton neighbourhood. It is intended that this be dedicated to Council on completion of subdivision and infrastructure works.

 

 

N/A

·    Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

·    Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

 

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have housing that suits our needs

 

Pursuant to Section 1.10 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 the application was advertised and notified to surrounding properties from 21 July to 4 August 2020. Twelve public submissions were received as a result of the notification. All of the submissions raised objection to the development.

 

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1.	DA19/0649 - S4.15 Assessment Report - Provided under separate cover
2.	DA19/0649 - Statement of Environmental Effects - Provided under separate cover
3.	DA19/0649 - Additional Information - Provided under separate cover
4.	DA19/0649 - Guidance Document and Vision Document - Provided under separate cover
5.	DA19/0649 - Overall Site Plans - Provided under separate cover
6.	DA19/0649 - Example House Typologies - Provided under separate cover
7.	DA19/0649 - Exhibition Home Details - Provided under separate cover
8.	DA19/0649 - Redacted Submissions - Provided under separate cover

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-3

 

RP-3               DA20/0062 - ALTERATIONS AND ADDITIONS INCLUDING REAR EXTENSION AND DETACHED OUTBUILDING WITH SECONDARY DWELLING ABOVE AT 21 WOLLUNDRY AVENUE, WAGGA WAGGA, LOT 1 DP 543802

Author:                        Sam Robins 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

This report is for a development application and is presented to Council for determination. The application has been referred to Council under Section 1.11 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) as 10 submissions in the form of objections have been received.

 

 

Recommendation That Council approve DA20/0062 for alterations and additions including rear extension and detached outbuilding with secondary dwelling above at 21 Wollundry Avenue Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 subject to conditions outlined in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report.

 

 

Applicant	Kenneth John Dwyer
Owner	Kenneth John Dwyer Marguerite Ann Dwyer Sarah Kanchana Dwyer
Development Cost	$270,000
Development Description	Alterations and additions including rear extension and detached outbuilding with secondary dwelling above.

 

Key Issues

 

·        Compliance with the objectives of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

·        Compliance with a number of objectives and controls of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

·        Impact on the context and setting within the Heritage Conservation Area

·        Neighbour submissions.

 

Assessment

 

·    Under the provisions of the LEP, the subject site is within the R1 General Residential zone and is within the Heritage Conservation Area.

·    The proposal is generally consistent with the R1 objectives because it relates to an established single dwelling that provides for the housing needs of the community.

·    Vehicle access and manoeuvring, solar access within the development and private open space are assessed as being adequate and the layout generally complies with site area and site cover controls.

·    Variations have been sought in regards to the habitable floor space of the secondary dwelling and its position in relation to the footprint of the garage below and also the design of part of the roof of the building accommodating the internal stairs. Justification has been provided in the attached assessment report and is considered acceptable. 

·    Variations have been sought in regards to the size of the double garage – the dimensions of 6.55m x 6.59m are 550mm greater than the maximum size stated in the DCP of 6m x 7.5m. Justification has been provided in the attached assessment report and is considered acceptable.

·    A variation to the size of the outbuilding is also proposed with regard to site cover controls, the proposed garage with secondary dwelling above covers 13.4% of the block whereas the DCP control allows for 8%. Again, the justification for the variation of this control has been provided in the attached assessment report and is considered acceptable

·    The application was notified and 10 submissions in objection to the development were received. The submissions related generally to impact on the context and setting of the laneway and compliance with the DCP controls. The submissions have been addressed in the attached assessment report.

 

Having regard for the information contained in the attached Section 4.15 assessment report, it is considered that the development is acceptable for the following reasons and recommended for approval.

 

Reasons for Approval

 

1.   The proposed development is consistent with the provisions of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010;

2.   The applicable objectives of Sections 3 and 9 of the DCP are satisfied by the proposed development;

3.   The proposed variations to the garage and secondary dwelling size and design pursuant to Clauses 3.3.2 and 9.4.4 of the DCP have been suitably justified;

4.   For the abovementioned reasons it is considered to be in the public interest to approve this development application

 

Site Location

 

The site is located at Lot 1 DP 543802 21 Wollundry Avenue. This section of Wollundry Avenue has no road frontage. The lot is bound at the rear by Cooedong Lane. The site is within the block bound by Simmons Street to the east and Beckwith Street to the west.  The property is zoned R1- General Residential and located in the Heritage Conservation Area. The existing streetscape along Wollundry Avenue is contributory to the Conservation Area.

 

The site measures 467.90m² and contains a single storey detached inter-war Californian bungalow fronting the Lagoon and a flat roof garage fronting Cooedong Lane. The site is flat and has no substantial vegetation that raises any concerns.

 

The subject land is not encumbered by any easements or covenants.

 

 

 

Draft DCP Amendment Assessment

 

The draft DCP was placed on exhibition until 19/6/20 with submissions being received until 3/7/20 due to the current circumstances surrounding COVID-19. Council Staff are currently considering the submissions before a report is presented back to Council.

 

Within the report presented to Council on the draft DCP there was specific reference to Cooedong lane. To assist Councillors in making their decision Council staff have undertaken an assessment of the application against these site specific controls.

 

The proposed secondary dwelling element of this application would be inconsistent with draft DCP control C3 “Contain upper floors within the roof form, so as not to be visible from the lane frontage” and given this, would not be consistent with the desired future character of Cooedong Lane and therefore would not meet that objective.

 

The extension to the dwelling and the detached garage and carport (subject to confirmation of roof designs and heights) would meet the draft DCP controls and objective and would be generally consistent with the controls of the draft heritage section. The rear extension, and garage and carport could be supported.

 

If the proposal was to be assessed under the provisions of the draft DCP the application would be recommended for approval in part – with the secondary dwelling element not supported and an condition of consent requiring detailed garage and carport plans without the secondary dwelling to be submitted and approved prior to the release of the Construction Certificate.

 

However, due to the specific reference to Cooedong Lane within the draft DCP, submissions received and Councillor feedback surrounding this particular Development Application, Council requested qualified heritage advice with particular reference to Cooedong Lane. Three specific questions were asked of the Heritage Architect, the conclusions have been summarised below:

 

1.      Whether Cooedong Lane retains a greater level of heritage significance or retains

greater levels of heritage integrity than other laneways within the Wagga Wagga Heritage Conservation Area, or the Wagga Wagga Heritage Conservation Area at large.

 

In summary, the intrinsic character of traditional ancillary buildings is less in Cooedong Lane than in the other Lanes reviewed.

 

2.      If Cooedong Lane is representative of a greater level of heritage significance and/or integrity than other laneways, what would a statement of significance establish as the key character features of Cooedong Lane?

 

The heritage significance of Cooedong Lane is the interpreted character derived from the successive redevelopment of the former ancillary structures fronting the southern side of the Lane in conjunction with the more traditional ancillary structures on the northern side of the Lane. This is set within the context of the modified trees and rear garden planting evident from the overhead views available behind the combination of brick and steel fencing and gates.

 

As a result of these considerations, this review has been unable to establish heritage significance particular to Cooedong Lane or that this significance has been retained.

 

Development in the laneway does not contribute to the heritage significance of the Wollundry Avenue and Freer Street frontages, which are themselves noted as significant streetscapes for the Heritage Conservation Area. Future development in the laneway will not necessarily detract from the significance of those streetscapes and will not be impacting upon any significance supposed to attach to Cooedong Lane itself.

 

3.      If Cooedong Lane represents a greater level of heritage significance than other

laneways, would DCP controls be required to uphold that statement of significance? Would this be prohibitive to laneway development facilitated by Council’s current draft DCP?

 

As this inquiry has not been able to establish additional or particular heritage significance to Cooedong Lane, there is no basis available for additional site (lane) specific heritage controls at this location. It has however been able to establish that the character of development in the context of the Lane has become associated with the residence and in so doing lost the distinctive character of the Lane. Controls and guidelines to reinstate appropriate development, which result in a character fitting the Lane, would prove beneficial in enhancing the Heritage Conservation Area.

 

It is noted that the advice is clear that Cooedong Lane has no significant heritage value and has no basis for site specific heritage controls as currently proposed within the draft DCP.  A copy of the full advice can be found in the attachments.

 

The decision to refuse the application could potentially be challenged in the Land and Environment Court.

Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

 

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have sustainable urban development

 

Refusal of the application may result in an appeal process in the Land and Environment Court, which will have to be defended by Council. The reasons for refusal will have to be justified and withstand scrutiny and cross examination in Court.

 

Approval is not considered to raise risk management issues for Council as the proposed development is generally consistent with the relevant provisions of any relevant State Environmental Planning Policy, the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 and the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010.

 

Pursuant to this provision of Section 1.10 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010, notification of the application was required. The application was notified to surrounding properties from 18/2/2020 to 3/3/2020 in accordance with the provisions of the DCP. No public submissions were received.

 

 

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1.	DA20/0062 - 4.15 Repot - Provided under separate cover
2.	DA20/0062 - Statement of Environmental Effects - Provided under separate cover
3.	DA20/0062 - Cooedong Lane Review - Provided under separate cover
4.	DA20/0062 - Plans - Provided under separate cover
5.	DA20/0062 - Redacted Submissions - Provided under separate cover

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-4

 

RP-4               DA20/0348 - 47 Spring Street Wagga Wagga, Lot 1 DP 421513 and Lot 1 DP 502818 - Alterations to the existing dual occupancy and construction of an additional dwelling.

Author:                        Victoria Rice 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

         

 

Summary:

This report is for a Development Application and is presented to Council for determination. The application has been referred to Council under Section 1.11 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 (DCP) as the application is for multi-dwelling development and proposes to vary a numerical control by more than 10%.   It is proposed to vary Clause 9.3.1 which relates to site area per dwelling.

 

 

Recommendation That Council approve DA20/0348 for alterations to the existing attached one-bedroom dwellings and an additional dwelling to the rear, at 47 Spring Street, Wagga Wagga, the subject to the conditions outlined in the Section 4.15 Assessment Report.

 

 

Applicant	Project Planning and Design
Owner	Millard Super Services Pty Ltd Stephen Bruce Millard & Rhani ann Millard
Development Cost	$300,000
Development Description	Alterations to the existing dual occupancy and construction of an additional dwelling.

 

Key Issues

 

·    Non-compliance with the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 with respect Control C1 of Section 9.3.1 relating to required site area per dwelling.

 

Assessment

 

·    Under the provisions of the LEP, the site is within the R1 General Residential zone.

·    The development is for alterations and additions to the existing attached one-bedroom dwellings and the construction of a two-bedroom dwelling to the rear.

·    The development is assessed as being generally consistent with the provisions of the WWLEP 2010.

·    The development proposes a variation to one of the controls within the WWDCP 2010. Control C1 in Section 9.3.1 of the WWDCP2010 requires a minimum land area of 375m² per dwelling in the R1 zone. The subject site is 746.16m² and therefore to accommodate 3 dwellings on the site the land area would be required to be 1125m².

·    The proposed development complies with Objective 01 to ensure the land area of the development site is adequate to accommodate a functional and liveable dwelling. the proposed multi dwelling development will meet all other development standards including the requirements for landscaping, private open space, solar access, privacy, setback and carparking. The development is able to achieve this compliance because of the small footprint of the dwellings and the resulting lower site coverage.

 

Having regard for the information contained in the attached Section 4.15 assessment report, it is considered that the development is acceptable for the following reasons and recommended for approval.

 

Reasons for Approval

 

1.   The proposed development is consistent with the provisions of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010;

2.   The applicable objectives of Section 9 of the DCP are satisfied by the proposed development;

3.   The proposed variations to the required minimum land area per dwelling have been suitably justified;

4.   The site is suitable for the development.

5.   For the abovementioned reasons it is considered to be in the public interest to approve this development application

 

Site Location

 

The subject site legally identified as Lot 1 DP421513 and Lot 1 DP502818 and is known as 47 Spring Street, Wagga Wagga. The site is comprised of two lots with an area of 746.16m² a recommended condition of consent will require the 2 lots to be consolidated.  The subject site is located on the northern side of Spring Street approximately 188m west of the intersection with West Parade.

The subject site consists of an attached dual occupancy with an attached carport and shed to the rear of the site. There is an existing driveway to the west of the dwelling.

The surrounding area is characterised by a mix of residential densities. To the north and east of the site are established single storey dwellings. The adjoining site to the west is undergoing development and has an approval for a 21 lot community subdivision. 

 

N/A

·    Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

·    Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

 

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have housing that suits our needs

 

Refusal of the application may result in an appeal process in the Land and Environment Court, which will have to be defended by Council. The reasons for refusal will have to be justified and withstand scrutiny and cross examination in Court.

 

Approval is not considered to raise risk management issues for Council as the proposed development is generally consistent with the relevant provisions of any relevant State Environmental Planning Policy, the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 and the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010.

 

Pursuant to Section 1.10 of the Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010 the application was advertised and notified to surrounding properties from 31 July to 14 August 2020. No submissions were received.

 

The details of the submissions are provided in the attached assessment report under the provisions of Section 4.15 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979.

 

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2.	DA20-0348 - Plans - Provided under separate cover
3.	DA20-0348 - SEE - Provided under separate cover

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-5

 

RP-5               Planning Proposal (LEP19/0004) to amend the minimum lot size provisions for land located on Plumpton Road and Brindabella Drive, Tatton

Author:         Crystal Atkinson 

Director:       Michael Keys

         

 

Summary:

A report was presented to Council on 26 August 2019 recommending proceeding with a planning proposal to reduce the minimum lot size provisions of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 applicable to land on the corner of Plumpton Road and Brindabella Drive, Tatton. Council indicated support of the planning proposal and to seek Gateway Determination.   Council received a Gateway Determination from the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment on 19 November 2019 to proceed with the above-mentioned planning proposal subject to pubic exhibition and agency consultation.   The purpose of the report is to provide feedback on the public consultation and submissions received. The report also requests adoption and gazettal of the amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010.

 

 

Recommendation That Council: a       note the results of the exhibition period for planning proposal LEP19/0004 b       adopt planning proposal LEP19/0004 to amend the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 c        gazette the plan and notify NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment of the decision

 

Submitted Proposal:	Amendment to Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to reduce the minimum lot size from 2,000 square metres to 1,400 square metres for various lots on Plumpton Road, Brindabella Drive and Belmore Place in Springvale and Tatton.
Applicant:	Salvestro Planning, for Sandra Schulz
Land Owners:	Various land owners (provided under confidential cover)

The site is located south of the city on a sub-arterial road that separates the Tatton and Lake Albert suburbs.

 

The site is an existing rural residential area (R5 Large Lot Residential zone) with new subdivisions occurring in the area. The site is located directly opposite the Wagga Wagga Country Club.

The planning proposal and addendum (attachment 1) seeks to amend the minimum lot size from 2,000 square metres to 1,400 square metres for the following properties:

§  Lot 334 DP 1222593, 6 Belmore Place

§  Lot 333 DP 1222593, 101 Brindabella Drive

§  Lot 332 DP 1222593, 4 Belmore Place

§  Lot 331 DP 1222593, 103 Brindabella Drive

§  Lot 330 DP 1222593, 1 Belmore Place

§  Lot 329 DP 1222593, 3 Belmore Place

§  Lot 328 DP 1222593, 117 Brindabella Drive

§  Lot 12 DP 1255246, 9 Belmore Place

§  Lot 11 DP 1255246, 8 Belmore Place

§  Lot 1 DP 1255246, 15 Belmore Place

§  Lot 2 DP 1255246, 17 Belmore Place

§  Lot 3 DP 1255246, 13 Belmore Place

§  Lot 4 DP 1255246, 19 Belmore Place

§  Lot 5 DP 1255246, 21 Belmore Place

§  Lot 6 DP 1255246, 16 Belmore Place

§  Lot 7 DP 1255246, 18 Belmore Place

§  Lot 8 DP 1255246, 23 Belmore Place

§  Lot 9 DP 1255246, 25 Belmore Place

§  Lot 10 DP 1255246, 20 Belmore Place

The proposal will result in changes to the Lot Size Mapping of the LEP as illustrated below.

 

 

 

The NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment issued a Gateway Determination for the planning proposal subject to public exhibition and consultation with Department of Planning, Industry and Environment’s Environment, Energy and Science Group (Floodplain Management). A copy of the Gateway Determination is provided as attachment 4.

The planning proposal and accompanying exhibition material were on public exhibition from 30 November 2019 to 31 January 2020.

 

During the exhibition period, one submission was received from NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment’s Environment, Energy and Science Group – (Floodplain Management) provided as attachment 5. The submission provided support for the proposal provided Council is satisfied that overland flood risks associated with the subject land are of minor significance consistent with the Ministerial Direction 4.3. In response, the applicant was requested to prepare a cumulative flood impact study and identify the risks of developing the subject land. The study has been provided and is attached to this report (attachment 6). Council officers are satisfied that the information appropriately identified potential risks and these can be satisfactorily managed in the future.

In accordance with Council’s 2018/19 Fees and Charges, a Medium LEP Amendment (medium complexity) application attracted an application fee of $15,000. The proponent has paid this fee. There are no requirements to amend the DCP, therefore, the $2,000 fee for such is not required.

 

Section 7.11 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 and the City of Wagga Wagga’s Section 94 Contributions Plan 2006-2019 / Levy Contributions Plan 2006 enables Council to levy contributions, where anticipated development will or is likely to increase demand for public facilities.

 

Section 64 of the Local Government Act 1993, Section 306 of the Water Management Act 2000 as well as the City of Wagga Wagga’s Development Servicing Plan for Stormwater 2007 and/or City of Wagga Wagga Development Servicing Plan for Sewerage 2013 enables Council to levy developer charges based on the increased demands that new development will have on sewer and/or stormwater.

 

The Section 7.11 and Section 64 contribution applies and will apply to any future development consent on the land. The proponent also has the opportunity to enter into a voluntary planning agreement, however at the time of this report, no request has been received to enter into an agreement.

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

 

The Environment

Objective: We plan for the growth of the city

Outcome: We have sustainable urban development

The site is subject to inundation from overland flow and Council is currently undertaking a review of the Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Study. In response to comments from Department of Planning, Industry and Environment (Biodiversity and Conservation Division), the applicant has provided flood constraints information and mapping that considers the most recent Wagga Wagga Major Overland Flow Floodplain Risk Management Study modelling. The information indicates that significant fill will not be required, likely minimising broader flood impacts and the hydraulic hazard indicate that flood behaviour is generally safe for vehicles, people and buildings and not likely to impose risk to life or property damage in the 1% AEP event.

The planning proposal was placed on public exhibition between 30 November 2019 and 31 January 2020 (inclusive) with engagement as per the table below:

 

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The planning proposal and accompanying exhibition material were made available for viewing by the public on Council’s website and at Council’s Customer Service Counter in the Civic Centre between 30 November 2019 and 31 January 2020. Notices with factsheets were also provided to adjoining land owners.

 

During the public consultation period, one submission was received from NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment – Biodiversity and Conservation Division (attached).

 

A summary of the submission and Council Officer response is provided below.

 

Biodiversity and Conservation Division, Department of Planning, Industry and Environment
Submission	Officer Response
§ Support for proposal is contingent on Council being satisfied with overland flood risks associated with the subject land are of minor significance consistent with the Ministerial Direction. § Biodiversity certification does not negate the need to gain consent for tree removal and encourages Council to consider the proposal in the broad context and ensure that it does not compromise the improvement and maintenance principles of the Biodiversity Certification Order. § Recommend Council demonstrate due diligence in accordance with ‘Due Diligence Code of Practice for the Protection of Aboriginal Objects in NSW’ §	The applicant has provided flood constraints information and mapping indicating that the site is subject to shallow overland flow with maximum depths of inundation up to 0.4m in the 1% AEP event. The relatively shallow depths mean that significant fill will not be required in order to achieve the required flood planning levels, likely minimising broader flood impacts.   Biodiversity comments are noted and agreed.   Due diligence is noted and agreed.

 

 

 

1.	LEP19/0004 - Planning Proposal and Addendum - Provided under separate cover
2.	LEP19/0004 - Assessment Report - Provided under separate cover
3.	LEP19/0004 - Previous Report and Minutes - Provided under separate cover
4.	LEP19/0004 - Gateway Determination - Provided under separate cover
5.	LEP19/0004 - Submission - Biodiversity and Conservation - Provided under separate cover
6.	Flood Constraints Information - Provided under separate cover
7.	Flood Constraints Mapping - Provided under separate cover
8.	Land Owners This matter is considered to be confidential under Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, as it deals with: personnel matters concerning particular individuals. - Provided under separate cover

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-6

 

RP-6               Response to Notice of Motion - Council Information

Author:                        Peter Thompson 

General Manager:    Peter Thompson

        

 

Summary:

On 13 July 2020 Council resolved to receive a report on the leaking of confidential information from workshops and meetings. This Report provides a report on the matter as requested.

 

 

Recommendation That Council: a       receive and note the report and the information provided outlining the existing complaints management and investigation processes available to Council b       continue to lobby the NSW Government on the lack of effectiveness of the current Code of Conduct

 

Following consideration of a Notice of Motion at the Ordinary Meeting of Council on 13

July 2020 Council resolved to receive a report by the end of September 2020 “on the leaking of confidential information from workshops and meetings”. The resolution specified the Report was to include:

 

·    a review of Council’s current policy in relation to confidential information; and

·    the introduction of an independent investigation in relation to the leaking of confidential information to the media and the community from Councillors and staff.

 

In addition, the General Manager was to write to the Minister for Local Government NSW expressing disappointment in the procedures and action taken by the office in relation to Code of Conduct issues. This letter has been sent. A copy is attached.

 

Council officials must maintain the integrity and security of confidential documents or information in their possession, or for which they are responsible. Maintaining confidentiality is a critical component of good governance and ensuring public confidence in the integrity of local government and to enable council officers to fulfil their statutory duties.

 

The issue of confidentiality and the discharge of functions as a public official is complex.  On the one hand, there should be very little which we do that is not open and transparent to the public.  On the other hand, some subject matter which forms part of the work of public officials should be confidential.  Confidentiality can be required for a range of reasons.  Examples include matters relating to the personal circumstances of an individual, commercial information of a business provided to Council in confidence and our own commercial in confidence information such as the budget we have for works in relation to which we are calling for tenders.   There are many more examples, but the point is that in an environment where transparency and openness are vital, there are circumstances where confidentiality is required.

 

There are many regulatory requirements which apply to Council officials and require confidentiality.  Additionally, there are policies and procedures which impose a requirement for confidentiality on public officials.  Some of these are included in the document attached, by way of example and also for review.

 

The imposition of confidentiality requirements aims to achieve a range of outcomes which vary according to context.  Sometimes, it is simply a matter of privacy afforded to an individual – it is not appropriate nor necessary for an individual’s private circumstances to be heralded to the world at large in order for Council to discharge its functions.  If a business provides us with their commercial in confidence information as part of a Council process, it is not appropriate that we disclose this information to the world unless required by regulatory process.   The Council itself has a public forum to make decisions which is open to the world.  The Council also has the ability to discuss ideas, develop initiatives and “work problems” where officials are free to discuss ideas and ask questions without fearing that what is discussed, questioned or disregarded in those discussions will be the subject of public scrutiny.  The reason or benefit of this type of forum is that it enables all public officials to have an input without fear of influencing commercial decisions external to Council, making a mistake or being embarrassed.  These fears suppress discussion which is not beneficial to the leadership role we are expected to discharge.

 

Confidentiality depends completely on the integrity of the individuals who are given the trust to be part of the confidential conversation.  In day to day life, we choose who we trust.  In public service, that choice is not available and elected members and staff are entitled to a seat at the table of such discussions by their election or appointment to positions.

 

This leads us inevitably to the conclusion that maintaining confidentiality rest solely on the integrity of the individual.  In the absence of integrity, there are a myriad of different ways of breaching confidentiality anonymously and with no real risk of discovery.   This is not to say it is always a breach executed in secret. Sometimes it is not.

 

While we do have tools to sanction breaches of confidentiality within our ranks, these tools depend upon the identification of the wrongdoer.  When the breaches of confidentiality occurs in secrete and without identification, these tools are useless. The document attached provides a further summary of the tools available to address breaches of confidentiality when the identity of wrongdoer is known.

 

It is in the context of the above information that I turn to the specific requirements of the resolution made by Council in July.  As to the review of Council’s current policy in relation to the confidential information, the document attached provides this information.  It is submitted that this policy base is appropriate and changes to this policy base will not secure confidentiality where it currently eludes us.

 

I note that as recently as 07/09/2020, items from a discussion at a confidential Councillor workshop were the subject of a publication on a social media site within about 12 hours of that meeting.  This workshop occurred after the Notice of Motion calling for this report.  The breach of confidentiality completely misrepresented the purpose of the workshop – it was not a decision making forum – and the outcome of the discussion.  This caused immediate and completely unwarranted concern in the community about what had actually happened.  There could be no better way of highlighting the problem we face.

 

The debate of Councillors in relation to the Notice of Motion calling for this report raised that Council previously embarked on an investigation into breaches of confidentiality in April 2017.  Following up on this information I can confirm that the investigation was commenced and an external investigator was engaged.  In response to this initiative, a number of Councillors responded through legal representatives that they would not be participating in the investigation.  Some Councillors and staff were interviewed however aside from confirming that the confidentiality of information presented in confidential forums is not maintained, it did not uncover the sources(s) of the breaches or a solution.

 

A further investigation is not recommended at this time as it would be unlikely to produce anything particularly helpful.  There is a general acknowledgement that confidentiality of information presented at confidential Council forums cannot be assured.  In the event there is clear evidence of an individual breaching the confidentiality of a confidential session the Code of Conduct is available but offers very little in terms of repercussions.

 

The harm that is caused by the failure to maintain confidentiality is immeasurable. At is simplest, there is a loss of public confidence and trust in Council.  While the vast majority of staff and Councillors act with integrity and the maintenance of confidential information entrusted to them, the failure by some to behave this way means the Council cannot provide assurances of confidentiality.

 

Our relationship with other government agencies is incredibly important to the future of our city and region.  The opportunity to participate in discussion with those agencies early in the development of new initiatives is vital.  These discussions are usually offered on the basis of confidentiality.  When we do not honour that confidentiality it leads to the withdrawal of these opportunities or limitations on the information which is provided to us.

 

Another negative outcome from breaches of confidentiality is that individuals who honour the obligation of confidentiality can be disadvantaged on the basis that they cannot correct inaccuracies and misrepresentations in the leak without breaching the confidentiality obligation themselves.

 

On this point it must be observed that elected members are not constrained from expressing their views on particular issues.  The object of confidential forums is not to prevent discussion of issues generally.  We are a public service authority and, as stated at the outset of this report, transparency and openness is fundamental to what we do.  Particularly in the case of elected members, it is important for the community to know where they stand on issues.  This public discussion should not, however, include the breach of confidences afforded by others in confidential forums or documents.

 

So where to from here?  Firstly, I would repeat the call for everyone – both Councillors and staff – to honour the confidences that are entrusted to us.  This is a behaviour, I don’t think training or investigation will achieve this in the absence of a willingness on the part of the individual.

 

We could tailor our forums with the acknowledgment that we cannot assure confidentiality and therefore the information provided in such forums could be limited to information which can be discussed openly.  In this event, we should give thought to lifting confidentiality altogether to enable everyone to operate from the same platform in terms of public commentary.  Indeed, if we are only providing information which can be discussed openly then it would wrong to hold a confidential forum on the matter.  With this approach we lose the benefits of having the ability to engage with issues at a time when other agencies or businesses are not ready to go public.  It means we have less input early and less discussion as people will be guarded about the issues they raise or thoughts they table.

 

In the alternative, we can continue as we have been to date.  We hold the confidential forums when they are appropriate and we trust the integrity of those attending to maintain that confidentiality.  If past behaviour are the best predictor of future behaviour – then we do this with the sad expectation that confidentiality will not always be honoured and maintained.  This is a significant problem but is it is a failing of a few rather than of many.  It is my view that withholding confidential information from such forums on the basis that there is a risk of disclosure will lead to poorer issues development and ultimately poorer decisions.

 

As a final note, I would like to point out that breaches of confidentiality are the exception.  This Council has, in my time here, shown the ability to maintain confidences of the most sensitive nature.  A good example is our negotiation with Visy in relation to the Bomen intermodal facility.  Councillors were kept up to date on these negotiations at all times including during the period when Visy wanted to keep the discussion confidential.  To my knowledge, confidentiality in relation to this transaction was maintained without exception – and led to an executed agreement which will be a great result for the city and region.   The fact we were able to maintain confidentiality was both acknowledged and appreciated by Visy – and a source of trust which was important during the negotiation process itself.

 

The recommendation to Councillors is not to pursue either training or an investigation into breaches of confidentiality.  We should continue to lobby the NSW State Government for meaningful sanctions in response to proven breaches of the standards expected of people in public office.

 

 

The financial implications depend on the process undertaken. Preliminary Assessment of complaints alleging a breach of the Code of Conduct would be approximately $4,000 to $8,000 per complaint and between approximately $8,000 to $13,000 for an investigation. The cost of a separate independent investigation would vary depending on the number of allegations and persons interviewed and could range between $8,000 and $15,000. These costs are indicative only, as they depend on the scope of the investigation, which is not able to be determined from the information currently available.

 

There is currently an annual $5,000 budget available in the Councillors area for legal costs.

 

Code of Conduct

Administrative Procedures for the Code of Conduct

Local Government Act 1993 (NSW)

 

Community Leadership and Collaboration

Objective: We have strong leadership

Outcome: We are accountable and transparent

 

A commitment to compliance with the Local Government Act 1993 (NSW), including maintenance of the integrity and confidentiality of information is vital in ensuring the cost effective and efficient continuation of services and preservation of public trust and confidence in council is maintained, including for example that relationships with key stakeholders are preserved because Council is entrusted to commercial in confidence material.

 

 

1⇩.	Supporting Information - Council Information
2⇩.	Letter to Minister

  

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-6

 

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-6

 

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 28 September 2020

RP-8

 

RP-7               Response to Notice of Motion - Decreasing Social and Community Disadvantage

Author:         Madeleine Scully 

Director:       Janice Summerhayes

         

 

Summary:

This report has been prepared in response to a Notice of Motion requesting information on the identification of areas within the Local Government Area that have high levels of social and community disadvantage and outline options for Council to reduce social and community disadvantage within these identified areas.

 

 

Recommendation That Council: a       receive and note the report b       support in principle the table of focus area actions as outlined in this report

 

This report has been prepared in response to Council Resolution (19/149) as below:

 

That Council receive a report that:

a       identifies areas within the Local Government Area that have high levels of social and community disadvantage

b       outlines options for Wagga Wagga City Council to reduce social and community disadvantage within identified areas identified in (a)

 

Context

 

The term ‘community disadvantage’ is often used to denote the complex cluster of factors that make it difficult for people living in certain areas to achieve positive life outcomes. Community disadvantage emerges out of the interplay between the characteristics of the lives of residents in a community for example, status of employment, education levels attained, drug and alcohol and the effects of the social and environmental context in which residents live. Social and environmental factors described as ‘place effects’ or ‘neighbourhood effects’, refer to an individual or community with weak social networks, poor role models and a relative lack of opportunity available.

 

Whilst community disadvantage refers to a neighbourhood or location, social or socio-economic disadvantage may be more individualised and can arise due to a lack of resources, opportunities or networks that a person has access to. Where community disadvantage is found, social disadvantage is a common occurrence.

For the purposes of this report areas in the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area identified have both community and social disadvantage population features. The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) use Socio-Economic Indexes For Areas (SEIFA) scores to define these locations. Scores are developed by matriculating data sets including employment, income and literacy levels.

 

These scores can be further understood in neighbourhood locations within suburbs also called SA1 areas. SA1, are smaller pockets of populations within neighbourhoods that include a number of streets, focusing on for example, a few hundred residents.  A wealthier suburb in Wagga Wagga, for example Springvale - Lloyd has a SEIFA score of 1,119.3 and is in the 99^th percentile band in the state. However, the City’s suburb of Tolland has a SEIFA score of 847.6, which places this suburb in the 5^th percentile band in the state.

 

Within Tolland there are SEIFA scores at SA1 ranging from 519 – 1102. Overall these SEIFA indexing scores demonstrate the significant disparity of resources and wealth distribution within suburbs and across the Wagga Wagga LGA.

 

Notably in the suburb of Tolland, there are two SA1 neighbourhoods, both located in areas with higher social housing stock, with a total population of 583 and with SEIFA scores of between 519 - 529. These low SEIFA scores indicate that this community and social disadvantage in this suburb is amongst the highest in the state. There are similar low SEIFA scores in other social housing neighbourhoods across the City including neighbourhoods in the suburbs of Ashmont, Mount Austin and Kooringal.

 

Whilst social housing makes up 4.9% of the Wagga Wagga LGA, some neighbourhoods for example Tolland include 46 – 52% social housing tenure. On review of this SEIFA data there is a clear correlation between social housing areas and low SEIFA scores across the City. Householder data is detailed in the maps below, noting the darkest shaded areas indicate the highest percentage of residents in these locations experiencing a range of community disadvantage based on SEIFA data reviewed.

 

Map 1 - Households renting social housing in Wagga Wagga (2016)

 

 

 

Table 1: SA1 suburbs in the Wagga Wagga LGA include:

 

Suburb	Total number of SA1 areas in suburb	SEIFA range of entire suburb	Number of residents in total suburb	Percentage % of social housing in entire suburb
Ashmont	10	483 - 977	3832	17.8%
Mount Austin	11	552 - 1046	3946	17%
Tolland	9	519 - 1012	3367	11.9%
Kooringal	20	717 - 1112	7205	4.9%

 

Table 2: SA1 suburbs that have neighbourhoods with a SEIFA score of 591 and below and reflective of a high community disadvantage include the following:

 

Suburb	Number of SA 1 Neighbourhoods with SEIFA scores below 591	SEIFA index score in low scoring areas (disadvantage)	Number of residents in these low SEIFA areas	Percentage % of social housing in these low scoring SA1 areas
Ashmont	2	483 – 588	741	40% +
Mount Austin	1	552	538	45% +
Tolland	2	519 – 529	583	45% +
Kooringal	0	Above 591	-	-

 

It should be noted whilst Kooringal carries a percentage of social housing neighbourhood the SEIFA scores for this suburb are not as low as suburbs where there is a higher percentage of social housing and a greater variation between disadvantaged and advantaged scores.

 

Tarcutta has the lowest SEIFA score of the rural villages at 856 in the Wagga Wagga LGA.

 

 

Map 2 – Index of relative socio-economic disadvantage in Wagga Wagga (2016)

 

 

The population makeup of these neighbourhoods provides further insight into demographic groups that are more likely to experience disadvantage. The maps below indicate areas where the demography is significantly different and is seen as an indication of increased social disadvantage. There are a number of characteristics that contribute to social disadvantage and an overlay between low SEIFA scores for example with mapping single parent families and First Nations community reveal further evidence of disadvantage. Other demographic data including low income levels, persons requiring assistance due to having a disability, lower education levels and neighbourhoods experiencing higher rates of crime also feature highly in the above-mentioned suburbs.

 

 

 

Map 3: Social housing areas contain populations with higher than average single parent families

 

 

Map 4: Social housing areas include higher percentages of First Nations residents

 

 

Responding to social and community disadvantage

 

There are multiple benefits to Council in understanding the impact of social and community disadvantage experienced in the broader community. Where social disadvantage is high, social and community connectedness and the ability for those community members to participate fully in community life can be eroded. Communities in distress often experience higher rates of crime. Negative community attitudes and public commentary directed toward particular suburbs, adversely affect resident’s perception of safety and sense of community in these locations.

 

There are a number of studies that demonstrate that where there is equality, and importantly equity in opportunity, there is less disadvantage and better outcomes for a community as a whole (McLachlan et al. 2013). As indicated in the maps above forty one percent of persons living in social housing in our community, are also likely to experience multiple factors of disadvantage (Australian Social Inclusion board report 2010) which can lead to increased disengagement and higher rates of anti-social behavior.

 

The Committee for Economic Development (CEDA) published a report in 2015 that provided some clear pathways forward to develop long term changes in social disadvantage which include:

 

·   Addressing educational attainment that focuses both on school attendance

·   Early intervention programs and services that includes working with families

·   A focus on partnering with First Nation communities to customise and design solutions to meet local needs and;

·   Addressing labour market discrepancies, for example unemployment and underemployment 

 

A 2019 report Pathways Of Disadvantage: Unpacking the Intergenerational Correlation in Welfare, developed by the Life Course Centre identifies the single most important mechanism linking welfare across generations is the failure to complete high school. Working to address the needs of children and young people to remain engaged in community and school are key to changing their trajectory into ongoing, multi-generational disadvantage.

 

In a Local Government context the NSW Local Government Act 1993 requires Councils to adhere to the principles of social justice, including equity, access, participation and rights. Wagga Wagga City Council across all portfolios has a responsibility to deliver and respond with a wide range of responses that contribute towards decreasing social and community disadvantage. This can range from providing infrastructure services directly to social housing areas or through to partnership approaches with non-government organisations (NGO’s) and/or other State and Federal Government agencies.

 

What’s Happening Now?

 

Across all Council areas there are multiple strategic and operational services that are currently being delivered in the disadvantaged suburbs nominated in this report, that contribute toward the reduction of social and community disadvantage.

 

 

Place based responses

 

From a strategic planning perspective, the identification of Wagga Wagga specifically the suburb of Tolland, as a location suitable for a large-scale social housing redevelopment opportunity will lead to generational change and significantly contribute toward reducing social and community disadvantage in this suburb.

 

Council will play an important role in the success of this State led project, with an opportunity to contribute through land use and LEP considerations and supporting community engagement throughout the delivery of the project. Council will also participate as a member of the Project Control Group and provide input to the design and delivery of quality open space and infrastructure projects as part of this social housing redevelopment project.

 

The maintenance and renewal of open space, tree planting, playgrounds and parks in social housing areas remain a priority for Council as detailed in the endorsed Recreation, Open Space and Community Plan and is dependent on budget allocations in Council’s annual operational and delivery plans.  There has also been an increase to service provision around waste collection services to ensure responsiveness to dumped rubbish and the maintenance of public areas. Council now partners regularly with NSW Communities and Justice to support clean up days to assist in the maintenance and beautification of social housing neighbourhoods, with an appreciation that many residents living in these areas do not have access to trailers and vehicles to transfer large amounts of waste to the Gregadoo Waste Management Facility. Community waste education plays an important ongoing role to engage with residents to clarify what Council services are available to them and importantly support the community to make contact with Council to book in service requests, for example a hard waste service pickup.

 

Partnerships

 

Council has also partnered for a number of years with NSW Communities and Justice to deliver the Community Service Order (CSO) program in response to community needs. The ‘Detag’ project that forms part of this partnership agreement is a good example of Council finding practical and proactive ways to work with other agencies and CSO participants to remove graffiti across our city neighbourhoods including disadvantaged suburban locations.

 

Council recognises the important role the network of community centres across the City play in supporting the daily lives of residents to access services and support individuals, families and the wider community for connection to each other and for community well-being outcomes. Council has regularly advocated for our community centres in social housing areas to have Hub Coordinators and in recent years NSW Communities and Justice have funded these positions at Kooringal and Tolland Community Centres. At the Ngurra Youth Hub in Ashmont, staff have worked closely with Red Cross to be based at this centre and provide ongoing social support service to the surrounding neighbourhood.

 

Adjacent to Ngurra Youth Hub is Council’s owned early childhood facility. Council undertook an expression of interest process for the provision of preschool services in Ashmont. KU Early Childhood services were successful in securing this contract and early childhood services are planned to commence in July 2020.

 

Council representatives participate in a number of meetings and interagencies

to maintain a broad understanding of the issues affecting our city and other government department and agency responses. This regular engagement supports both strategic relationships for Council and to monitor any service gaps arising, along with providing a deeper understanding of issues occurring in socially and community disadvantaged areas and how these are being addressed by various funded agencies. Council staff also provide regular contact with neighbourhood schools in providing education programs for example environment, waste and youth leadership activities.

 

Cultural Services

 

From a cultural services perspective and depending on available funding, the Wagga Wagga City Library, Wagga Wagga Art Gallery, Civic Theatre and Museum of the Riverina provides outreach programming to residents living in social housing areas. For example: Science Week programming at the Tolland Community Hub, volunteer run home library delivery services, outreach art and museum programs, along with the provision of bus transport from Tolland for youth to be able to participate in theatre workshops. In addition, with the current COVID-19 restrictions in place, programs such as Language Café and Storytime at the Library have moved online to ensure service delivery is maintained to residents living in disadvantaged neighbourhoods in order to stay connected and provide vital social support.

 

Crime Prevention and Community Safety

 

Crime prevention and community safety is a key priority for Council as identified in the Community Strategic Plan and other sub plans such as the Crime Prevention Strategy and Graffiti Management Plan. Staff work closely with multiple State government agencies, including the NSW Police, local state member as well as community members on the Crime Prevention Working Group to recommend ways forward to address issues relating to crime and public safety. Council representatives also participate on a number of interagencies and meetings relating to crime and safety including Domestic Violence Liaison Committee, Community Legal Service Delivery and Community Safety Precinct meetings. Council staff along with other funded agencies are implementing a range of actions as detailed in the crime prevention plan, for example leading community education campaigns to increase awareness of safety and security and prevent crime behaviours i.e. ‘Parksmart’ and the ‘One Punch Can Kill’ and ‘Rethink that Sneaky Drink’ campaigns along with  strategic lighting infrastructure upgrades and youth at risk support programs.

 

Financial Support

 

Community members experiencing ongoing financial hardship is an important consideration of Council. Flexible payment options as well as linking vulnerable members of the community to legal and community support services is undertaken regularly to address individual situations. Council’s fees and charges are reviewed annually in line with affordability and community access considerations, for example: community rates are applied for the hire of community halls and centres and where hardship is being experienced Council provides the option for community groups and individuals to submit requests for fee waivers.

 

Council allocates an annual grants program with multiple categories including Community Programs and Projects, Neighbourhood & Rural Villages, Arts Culture & Creative Industries, Events, Natural Environment, Local Heritage, Events, Youth Led Initiatives and Small Business. The community is encouraged and supported to apply for this funding to support programs and projects they want to undertake and lead. This program is responsive to current needs identified by the community and has contributed toward multiple projects and programs that have been delivered in socially and community disadvantaged suburban areas in the City.  In addition, Council is the administrator with the Club Grants Committee and provides input with other agencies to support local clubs in funding priority community projects and programs that support social and community disadvantage.

 

Where to Now?

 

Out of this report the following table presents focus areas and opportunities where Council can recommit and provide further support for actions into the future. Whilst each item is numbered there is no intention of priority listing as the items are seen as progressing simultaneously and are often interrelated.

 

	Focus Areas	Action
1	IP&R Framework Reporting and Council’s Community Strategic Plan	As part of a revised Council Community Strategic Plan, ensure that social and community disadvantage considerations and responses is captured and included. This inclusion ought to have a particular reference to the SA1 locations listed in this report so as to inform Council delivery programs against community expectations of levels of service in the listed SA1 suburbs of this report.   Through Council’s required IP&R reporting, Council to designate a section in Council’s annual report that specifically addresses Council’s efforts to reduce social and community disadvantage.   Council to strengthen its integration of asset, service level data, GIS and finance reporting to be able to generate resource allocation reporting by location. This will assist with evaluating the distribution of resources across the LGA and reporting to the community on Council’s spend by location.
2	Council’s suite of strategic planning documents	It is noted that the activities outlined in this report are also aligned and captured in Council’s suite of strategic planning documents, including the Community Strategic Plan 2040; Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040; Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040; Reconciliation Action Plan 2021; Crime Prevention Plan 2021; Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2021; Cultural Plan 2020-2030; 2020-2024 Events Strategy and the Biodiversity Strategy: Maldhangilanha. Out of these plans there are a number of actions to strengthen the organisation’s approach with our community in working towards reducing social and community disadvantage.   In addition, when Council’s current suite of plans expire and as part of their review process, Council include a social and community disadvantage consideration to ensure Council’s suite of strategic plans work towards reducing social and community disadvantage particularly in the SA1 locations listed in this report.
3	Council’s Advocacy Plan	The key issues identified in this report for addressing social and community disadvantage to be considered for inclusion in the Advocacy Plan, particularly for priority actions: educational attainment that focuses both on school attendance; early intervention programs and services; partnership responses to support families, with a focus for First Nation communities to customise  and design solutions to meet local needs; and addressing labour market discrepancies, for example unemployment and underemployment in our community.
4	Council’s Strategic and Land Use Planning Instruments address provision of affordable and social housing supply against the needs of a growing population	Council is currently preparing the Wagga Local Strategic Planning Statement (LSPS) that will provide strategic direction for land use policies and actions regarding growth and housing provision for the city. Affordability is a corner stone of future directions and these are a broad range of elements aimed at improving affordability including having choice, adaptive housing renewal and infill opportunities.
	Renewal of existing social and community housing estates	Council continue to partner and support State Government for social and community housing renewal programs, across existing social and community housing estates, for example the current Tolland Gardens Renewal Program.
5	Renewal and maintenance of Open Space, Parks and Recreation spaces	Evaluate and review Council’s resource and service level distribution across the current hierarchy and classification of parks and open space, to ensure a more equitable delivery of quality amenity for neighbourhood parks located in the SA1 suburbs listed in this report for example; Webb Park in Ashmont.   This also includes the planning and improvement of streetscapes, associated with tree replacements and new plantings and attention to increasing shade along suburban paths/cycle ways to allow residents in hot conditions use these movement paths in accessing employment, education, local shops, child care, and services. Additionally, this also improves biodiversity to these suburbs that contributes to health and well-being outcomes.
	Connectivity of footpaths and shared path networks	Council through asset management planning and budgets remain focused on the improvement of footpath and shared path networks to increase connectivity in social housing and community disadvantages locations.  This includes suburban connection to Council’s Active Travel Plan routes.   Council continue to advocate and support other levels of government and the non-government sector to provide services in place and out of community centres located in the suburbs listed in this report, including Council’s own community asset Ngurra Hub in Ashmont.
	Access to Community Infrastructure	Community infrastructure also relates to schools located in these suburbs. Council to continue to advocate to the Department of Education on dual usage of open spaces and buildings, where young people and families do not have access to transport or other recreation options for example; afterhours access to Department of Education meeting spaces and open space that would be achieved by the removal of fences around school sporting fields.
6	Council’s Crime Prevention Plan 2021	Council continue to plan and implement neighbourhood spaces that have Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles. This increases safer public spaces for example; City wide lighting upgrades with partners such as Essential Energy. In addition, Council seek funding for priority projects that increase safety and connectivity in neighbourhoods with higher crime rates.   Council further support and expand the partnership with Community Service Order (CSO) programs to not only include adults but also juvenile offenders through the Juvenile CSO program for 2020.   Council’s Crime Prevention Plan is due for review in 2021. A particular focus of this review to include the SA1 locations listed in this report.
	Annual Grants and Events Strategy Criteria Weightings	Review the annual grants and events funding assessment processes so that there is a higher weighting in the assessment criteria for those applications demonstrating a benefit or delivery of their event, project or program in the named SA1 locations of this report.
7	Outreach Community and Cultural Public Programs	Evaluate the proportion of annual community and cultural public programs that benefit SA1 locations listed in this report, with the view to increase access and participation.
8	Waste Management - Bulky Waste Collection, Waste Education and Employment pathways	In the circumstances where Council’s annual bulky waste collection program is not fully subscribed, at the end of the financial year, the unexpended funds are to be re-allocated for an additional priority pick up collection within the SA1 locations listed in this report.   To support residents to access the free bulky waste service and understand how to optimise household recycling practices increase a targeted communications and education awareness campaign to the SA1 locations listed in this report.   Investigate options that support SA1 location employment pathways in the development of resource recovery plans and operations.
9	Participation and Access to Information	Council to strengthen its approach to informing the community on how they can participate in public life and represent their community. A focus for the immediate future is how Council can engage further with residents to participate in consultations with Council, represent on approved committees, forums and working groups, as well as how residents may like to consider being a candidate in the upcoming 2021 NSW Local Government Elections.    In support of the above, Council continue to expand its digital platform offerings to increase access and participation in the democratic process of Council’s decision-making.  This need has been highlighted during the current COVID-19 pandemic.
	Increase community pride	Council across its suite of communication platforms for example, Council News, increase the positive narrative for the SA1 locations listed in this report. This will contribute to reducing neighborhood stigma and increase community pride.

 

Any proposed new projects or programs that come before Council for consideration will be subject to Council’s business and financial planning processes.  There are no financial implications with adopting the proposed recommendation as listed.

Community Strategic Plan 2040

Wagga Wagga Integrated Transport Strategy and Implementation Plan 2040

Recreation, Open Space and Community strategy and Implementation Plan 2040

Draft Biodiversity Strategy Maldhangilanha 2024

Cultural Plan 2020-2030

Events Strategy 2024

Reconciliation Action Plan 2021

Crime Prevention Plan 2021

Disability Inclusion Action Plan 2021

Future Directions for Social Housing in NSW

Local Government Act 1993

 

 

Community Place and Identity

Objective: We are proud of where we live and our identity

Outcome: We have a strong sense of place

 

Without reducing the social and community disadvantage in the SA1 locations listed in this report, at a time when the City is growing in population and size, Council risks a wider disparity occurring between those residents who can or cannot participate fully in community life, along with negatively impacting on the health and well-being outcomes of our community.

In preparing this report, internal consultation with all Council Directorates was undertaken. Data and strategic plans and action references have been informed over time from external consultation.

 

 

Committee for Economic disadvantage (2015) Addressing Entrenched Disadvantage in Australia, CEDA, Melbourne

 

Chris Leishman, C. Cebulla, A. and Petrou, K. (2018). Evidence Check: Supporting people in social housing maintain and gain employment. Sax Institute for NSW Family and Community Services.

 

M and Cobb- Clark, D. (2019) Pathways of Disadvantage: Unpacking the

Intergenerational Correlation in Welfare, Life Course Centre, Australia Research Council

 

McLachlan, R. Gilfillan, G and Gordon, J. (2013) Deep and persistent disadvantage in Australia, Australian Government Productivity commission

Australian Social Inclusion Board (2011) Breaking Cycles

of Disadvantage. Commonwealth of Australia

 

Newburn, T (2016) Social Disadvantage, Crime and Punishment. Dean, Hartley and Platt, Lucinda, (eds.) Social Advantage and Disadvantage. Oxford, UK: Oxford University Press, 2016, pp. 322-340

 

Payne, K (2017) The Broken Ladder: How inequity affects the way we think, live and die. Viking Press, New York

 

Price-Robertson, R. (2011) What is Community Disadvantage? Understanding the issues, overcoming the problem. CAFCA Resource Sheet, Australian Institute of Family Studies, Commonwealth of Australia

 

Prentice, D. and Scutella, R., ‘What are the impacts of living in social housing? New evidence from Australia’, Housing Studies

 

Victoria Council of Social Services, (2015) Discussion Paper: Improving Melbourne: preventing and addressing disadvantage. VCOSS, Melbourne

 

Vinson et al (2015) Dropping of the Edge. Jesuit Social Services and Catholic Social Services Australia.

RP-8               Financial Performance Report as at 31 August 2020

Author:         Carolyn Rodney 

Director:       Natalie Te Pohe

         

 

Summary:

This report is for Council to consider information presented on the 2020/21 budget and Long Term Financial Plan, and details Council’s external investments and performance as at 31 August 2020.

 

 

Recommendation That Council: a       approve the proposed 2020/21 budget variations for the month ended 31 August  2020 and note the proposed deficit budget position as a result of COVID-19 b       note the financial information presented in the report on Council’s 2020/21 budget and the continued impact due to COVID-19 c        note the Responsible Accounting Officer’s reports, in accordance with the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005 (Part 9 Division 3: Clause 203) that the financial position of Council is satisfactory having regard to the original estimates of income and expenditure and the recommendations made above d       note the details of the external investments as at 31 August 2020 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

 

Wagga Wagga City Council (Council) continues to forecast a $4.3M deficit budget position for the 2020/21 budget year (as at 31 July 2020) due to the estimated financial impact the COVID-19 pandemic is having on many businesses, with local councils not immune to the pandemic.   

 

While the likely impact on Council’s 2019/20 budget was anticipated to be in the vicinity of a $1.7M deficit position originally reported to Council at the 25 May 2020 Council meeting (RP-4), as reported at the 27 July 2020 Council meeting (RP-4), there are indications that the deficit may not be as significant in some areas. This may reduce the $1.7M anticipated deficit, and the final financial result will be presented to Council later in the calendar year as part of the 2019/20 audited financial statements.

 

Council has experienced a positive monthly investment performance for the month of August when compared to budget ($39,932 up on the monthly budget). This is due mainly to continued strong returns from Council’s term deposits and another strong month for the TCorp Long Term Growth fund.

 

Key Performance Indicators

 

 

OPERATING INCOME

Total operating income is 16% of approved budget (this percentage excludes capital grants and contributions). An adjustment has been made to reflect the levy of rates that occurred at the start of the financial year. Excluding this adjustment, operating income received is 71%.

 

OPERATING EXPENSES

Total operating expenditure is 20% of approved budget and is tracking slightly over budget at this stage of the financial year due to operating contract commitments that have been raised for the full year. Excluding these commitments, the expenditure to budget is 16% which is on target.

 

CAPITAL INCOME

Total capital income is 2% of approved budget. It is important to note that the actual income from capital is influenced by the timing of the receipt of capital grants and contributions relating to projects. This income also includes the sale of property, plant and equipment.

 

CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

Total capital expenditure including commitments is 18% of approved budget (including ‘Pending Projects’). Excluding ‘Pending Projects’ budgets, the capital expenditure including commitments is 31% of approved budget.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

*The credit in actual expenditure relates to the reversal of accrual journals for goods and services delivered in 2019/20 pending the payment of invoices in 2020/21.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2020/21 Revised Budget Result – (Surplus) / Deficit	$’000s
Original 2020/21 Budget Result as adopted by Council Total Budget Variations approved to date Budget Variations for August 2020	$4,342K    ($330K) $191K
Proposed Revised Budget result for 31 August 2020 - (Surplus) / Deficit	$4,203K

 

The proposed Budget Variations for 31 August 2020 (including the RIFL table) are listed below:

 

 

 

Proposed RIFL Budget Variations

The below table notes the anticipated confirmed deliverables for this financial year.   NB: Council officers are in the process of preparing a detailed report, as noted in the 2 August 2020 Council meeting minutes.

 

Project Title	Job No.	2019/20 Budget/ Actuals	*2020/21	~2021/22	Total Budget	Funding Source	Budget Variation
RIFL Stage 2A – Rail Siding	19544	147,921	2,488,441	11,763,638	14,400,000	Fixing Country Rail Grant RNSW2262	Defer $11,763,638 from 2020/21 to 2021/22
RIFL Stage 2B – Terminal Development (including Hard Stand and Electrical Upgrade)	20550	0	315,250	7,736,750	8,052,000	Industry partner contribution (VISY), condition of grant RNSW2262 $3,595,000 + External Borrowings $4,457,000 (10 year term – to be repaid by Visy under the lease agreement)	Bring forward $315,250 from 2021/22 to 2020/21
RIFL Stage 3C – Industrial Subdivision - Civil Works	19545	264,922	5,488,332	18,651,421	24,404,675	Growing Local Economies Grant RNSW1949	Defer $1,440,070 from 2020/21 to 2021/22
RIFL Stage 3D – Relocation of 132Kv Power	21082	0	1,388,865	0	1,388,865	Growing Local Economies Grant RNSW1949	$8M Regional Growth Development Corporation (RGDC) Grant Funding is to be reported to Council separately as per CONF-1 August 2020 report.
Provisional Sum – Road Surface & Guttering	21083	0	0	2,000,000	2,000,000	Growing Local Economies Grant RNSW1949	Defer $2,000,000 from 2020/21 to 2021/22
RIFL – NBN Connection (Project Complete)	18919	1,395,291   Actuals = 1,268,446	0	0	1,395,291	Growing Local Economies Grant RNSW1949	Project complete – no change
RIFL – Sewer Infrastructure	50375 + 50256	45,666	0	3,204,850	3,250,516	Sewer Reserve – Condition of Growing Local Economies Grant RNSW1949	Defer $3,204,850 from 2020/21 to 2021/22

*All budgets in 2020/21 have been allocated to the ‘Confirmed’ category

~ All budgets in 2021/22 allocated to the ‘Pending’ category

 

2020/21 Capital Works Summary

 

Capital Works	Approved Budget	Proposed Movement	Proposed Budget
One-off	$61,634,572	($14,270,578)	$47,363,994
Recurrent	$27,581,348	$594,777	$28,176,125
Pending	$62,541,034	($4,106,086)	$58,434,948
Total Capital Works	$151,756,954	($17,781,887)	$133,975,067

 

Current Restrictions

 

Due to the finalisation of the 2019/20 financial year figures, reserve balances have not been included in this report.

Investment Summary as at 31 August 2020

In accordance with Regulation 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2005, details of Wagga Wagga City Council’s external investments are outlined below:

 

Institution	Rating	Closing Balance Invested 31/07/2020 $	Closing Balance Invested 31/08/2020 $	August EOM Current Yield %	August EOM % of Portfolio	Investment Date	Maturity Date	Term (mths)
Short Term Deposits
AMP	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.80%	1.37%	1/06/2020	30/11/2020	6
ICBC	A	1,000,000	0	0.00%	0.00%	29/08/2019	28/08/2020	12
Macquarie Bank	A+	1,000,000	1,000,000	1.65%	0.69%	9/03/2020	7/09/2020	6
Auswide	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.00%	1.37%	30/06/2020	29/01/2021	7
Total Short Term Deposits		6,000,000	5,000,000	1.45%	3.43%
At Call Accounts
NAB	AA-	816,300	347,939	0.25%	0.24%	N/A	N/A	N/A
Rabobank	A+	4	4	0.25%	0.00%	N/A	N/A	N/A
CBA	AA-	3,179,255	2,801,686	0.25%	1.92%	N/A	N/A	N/A
CBA	AA-	10,569,874	17,079,164	0.65%	11.70%	N/A	N/A	N/A
Total At Call Accounts		14,565,434	20,228,793	0.59%	13.86%
Medium Term Deposits
RaboBank	A+	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.16%	0.69%	5/06/2017	6/06/2022	60
Rabobank	A+	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.20%	0.69%	25/08/2016	25/08/2021	60
Westpac	AA-	3,000,000	3,000,000	1.20%	2.06%	10/03/2017	10/03/2022	60
Auswide	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.95%	1.37%	5/10/2018	6/10/2020	24
BOQ	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.35%	1.37%	3/01/2018	4/01/2022	48
Police Credit Union	NR	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.05%	1.37%	29/10/2018	29/10/2020	24
BOQ	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.50%	0.69%	1/06/2018	1/06/2022	48
Westpac	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.02%	1.37%	28/06/2018	28/06/2021	36
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	0	0.00%	0.00%	16/08/2018	17/08/2020	24
BOQ	BBB+	3,000,000	3,000,000	3.25%	2.06%	28/08/2018	29/08/2022	48
ING Bank	A	3,000,000	3,000,000	2.85%	2.06%	30/08/2018	14/09/2020	24
P&N Bank	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.10%	0.69%	16/10/2018	18/10/2021	36
Westpac	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.05%	1.37%	13/11/2018	15/11/2021	36
Police Credit Union	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.07%	0.69%	20/11/2018	20/11/2020	24
P&N Bank	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.30%	0.69%	20/11/2018	21/11/2022	48
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.93%	1.37%	29/11/2018	30/11/2020	24
NAB	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.01%	1.37%	30/11/2018	30/11/2021	36
Bendigo-Adelaide	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	3.25%	0.69%	30/11/2018	30/11/2022	48
CUA	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.02%	1.37%	5/12/2018	7/12/2020	24
Newcastle Permanent	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	3.05%	1.37%	8/02/2019	8/02/2022	36
ING Bank	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.82%	0.69%	22/02/2019	22/02/2021	24
Newcastle Permanent	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.70%	1.37%	23/04/2019	26/04/2022	36
BoQ	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.40%	0.69%	22/05/2019	23/05/2022	36
BoQ	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.15%	0.69%	8/07/2019	10/07/2023	48
Judo Bank	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.30%	0.69%	16/07/2019	16/07/2021	24
Auswide	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	1.95%	0.69%	12/08/2019	12/08/2022	36
Judo Bank	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.15%	0.69%	20/08/2019	19/08/2021	24
Australian Military Bank	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	1.76%	0.69%	20/08/2019	20/08/2021	24
Judo Bank	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	1.90%	0.69%	10/09/2019	9/09/2022	36
Auswide	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	1.72%	0.69%	3/10/2019	4/10/2022	36
ICBC	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	2.03%	1.37%	6/11/2019	6/11/2024	60
Institution	Rating	Closing Balance Invested 31/07/2020 $	Closing Balance Invested 31/08/2020 $	August EOM Current Yield %	August EOM % of Portfolio	Investment Date	Maturity Date	Term (mths)
ICBC	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.83%	1.37%	28/11/2019	28/11/2024	60
Judo Bank	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.20%	0.69%	5/12/2019	3/12/2021	24
ICBC	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	1.75%	0.69%	6/01/2020	8/01/2024	48
BOQ	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.00%	0.69%	28/02/2020	28/02/2025	60
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.50%	1.37%	2/03/2020	2/03/2022	24
Macquarie Bank	A+	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.40%	1.37%	9/03/2020	9/03/2022	24
Police Credit Union	NR	1,000,000	1,000,000	2.20%	0.69%	1/04/2020	1/04/2025	60
ICBC	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	1.85%	0.69%	29/05/2020	29/05/2025	60
ICBC	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	1.86%	0.69%	1/06/2020	2/06/2025	60
ICBC	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.75%	1.37%	25/06/2020	25/06/2025	60
ICBC	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.75%	1.37%	25/06/2020	25/06/2025	60
ICBC	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.60%	1.37%	29/06/2020	28/06/2024	48
ICBC	A	3,000,000	3,000,000	1.25%	2.06%	30/06/2020	30/06/2022	24
ICBC	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	1.42%	1.37%	7/07/2020	8/07/2024	48
ICBC	A	0	2,000,000	1.50%	1.37%	17/08/2020	18/08/2025	60
Total Medium Term Deposits		72,000,000	72,000,000	2.35%	47.96%
Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt
Suncorp-Metway	A+	1,013,669	1,012,116	BBSW + 97	0.69%	16/08/2017	16/08/2022	60
Bendigo-Adelaide	BBB+	506,376	507,106	BBSW + 105	0.35%	25/01/2018	25/01/2023	60
Newcastle Permanent	BBB	1,526,990	1,524,457	BBSW + 140	1.04%	6/02/2018	6/02/2023	60
UBS	A+	2,020,836	2,023,258	BBSW + 90	1.39%	8/03/2018	8/03/2023	60
Heritage Bank	BBB+	1,408,538	1,409,713	BBSW + 123	0.97%	29/03/2018	29/03/2021	36
ME Bank	BBB	1,607,962	1,609,696	BBSW + 127	1.10%	17/04/2018	16/04/2021	36
Bank Australia	BBB	756,398	754,418	BBSW + 130	0.52%	30/08/2018	30/08/2021	36
CUA	BBB	606,214	606,831	BBSW + 125	0.42%	6/09/2018	6/09/2021	36
AMP	BBB+	1,503,956	1,506,434	BBSW + 108	1.03%	10/09/2018	10/09/2021	36
NAB	AA-	2,038,462	2,038,753