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Agenda and
Business Paper

 


Ordinary Meeting of Council

 

 

 

To be held on
Monday 16 December 2024

at 6.00pm

 

 

 

Civic Centre cnr Baylis and Morrow Streets,
Wagga Wagga NSW 2650 (PO Box 20)
P 1300 292 442
P council@wagga.nsw.gov.au


wagga.nsw.gov.au


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In addition to webcasting council meetings, audio recordings of confidential sessions of Ordinary Meetings of Council are also recorded, but do not form part of the webcast.

 

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WAGGA WAGGA CITY COUNCILLORS

 

STATEMENT OF ETHICAL OBLIGATIONS

Councillors are reminded of their Oath or Affirmation of Office made under Section 233A of the Local Government Act 1993 and their obligation under Council’s Code of Conduct to disclose and appropriately manage Conflicts of Interest.

 

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.

 


Reports submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council to be held on Monday 16 December 2024.

Ordinary Meeting of Council AGENDA AND BUSINESS PAPER

Monday 16 December 2024

ORDER OF BUSINESS:

CLAUSE               PRECIS                                                                                       PAGE

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY                                                                          3

REFLECTION                                                                                                                3

APOLOGIES                                                                                                                 3

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1           ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 25 NOVEMBER 2024                             3

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST                                                                                    3

Mayoral Minutes

MM-1           MAYORAL MINUTE - TOLLAND RENEWAL PROJECT - COMPULSARY ACQUISITION                                                                                                                  4

MM-2           MAYORAL MINUTE - WAGGA AIRPORT                                                   8

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1         NOTICE OF MOTION - INVESTIGATING REGULATION OF FACIAL
RECOGNITION & CONSUMER PROFILING TECHNOLOGIES                 
10

Councillor Report

CR-1            DELEGATE REPORT - LGNSW CONFERENCE 2024                               12

Reports from Staff

RP-1            Amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan and 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga DA19/0125 Works in Kind Agreement                                                                                           14

RP-2            ONE-OFF CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAM RESET                                      73

RP-3            JIM ELPHICK TENNIS CENTRE AND WAGGA WORKOUT FEES AND CHARGES        86

RP-4            FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 30 NOVEMBER 2024       101

RP-5            PROPOSED MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN COUNCIL AND THE WAGGA WAGGA SHOW SOCIETY                                                        119

RP-6            QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE                                                                    131

Committee Minutes

M-1              LOCAL TRAFFIC COMMITTEE MINUTES - 14 NOVEMBER 2024            135

M-2              FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE - 7 NOVEMBER 2024    143   

Confidential Mayoral Minutes

MM-CONF-1 MAYORAL MINUTE - electricity supply infrastructure ON PUBLIC land  154

 

Confidential Reports

CONF-1       2024/25 PAVEMENT IN-SITU STABILISATION AND ASPHALT WEARING COURSE PROGRAM                                                                                             155

CONF-2       RFT CT2025023 KILLICK'S BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN & CONSTRUCT   156

CONF-3       PROPOSED LEASE FROM AUSTRALIAN RAIL TRACK CORPORATION - URANQUINTY REST STOP                                                                                            157

CONF-4       TECHNOLOGYONE ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) SOFTWARE SOLUTION – DIRECT NEGOTIATIONS                                                   158

 


 

 

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF COUNTRY

Wagga Wagga City Council acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land, the Wiradjuri people, and pays respect to Elders past, present and future and extends our respect to all First Nations Peoples in Wagga Wagga.

We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing connection with the land and rivers. We also recognise the resilience, strength and pride of the Wiradjuri and First Nations communities

 

 

REFLECTION

Councillors, let us in silence reflect upon our responsibilities to the community which we represent, and to all future generations and faithfully, and impartially, carry out the functions, powers, authorities and discretions vested in us, to the best of our skill and judgement.

 

 

APOLOGIES

 

 

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1              ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 25 NOVEMBER 2024       

 

Recommendation

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 25 November 2024 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

 

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

Minutes - Ordinary Council Meeting - 25 November 2024.

159

 

 

DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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Mayoral Minute

MM-1              MAYORAL MINUTE - TOLLAND RENEWAL PROJECT - COMPULSARY ACQUISITION

Summary:

Since the last update to Council on 27 May 2024, Council staff have continued to collaborate with Homes NSW and the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (DPHI) to progress the Tolland Renewal Project. Since May, the Concept Masterplan has been adopted, the State Assessed Planning Proposal (SAPP) has been gazetted by DPHI, and the Development Control Plan (DCP) is under consideration by Council’s Development Assessment team.

 

This Council report provides an update on the acquisition of Council land by Homes NSW that will unlock key parts of the Tolland Estate for renewal. Homes NSW is seeking Council to enter into a section 29 agreement under the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 with Council and Homes NSW agreeing to all terms of the proposed acquisition, to enact the acquisition of land.

 

Council has obtained legal advice that Council can legally take part in the section 29 agreement process, addressing previous Council concerns regarding its obligations under the Local Government Act 1993. A decision is sought from Council to enter into the section 29 process to enable the formal process around the acquisition of land to occur.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       agree to enter into an agreement with Homes NSW under section 29 of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 (the Just Terms Act) to compulsorily acquire Council land within the Tolland Estate

b       delegate to the General Manager or their delegate the signing of relevant documentation under section 29 of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 (the Just Terms Act) for Homes NSW to compulsorily acquire Council land within the Tolland Estate

Report

The General Manager has requested that this report be presented as a Mayoral Minute due to the time between now and the next Council Meeting.

Background

The original Tolland Estate was developed and built between the 1970s and 1990s. It comprises a large number of properties owned by Homes NSW (formerly the NSW Land and Housing Corporation and Aboriginal Housing Office), as well as private dwellings, parcels of vacant land, a community centre, Red Hill Public School, OneSchool Global NSW – Wagga Wagga, and Wagga Wagga Brethren Church.

Over time, there have been growing concerns regarding the social housing stock located in Tolland – it is no longer fit-for-purpose and has significant maintenance issues for Homes NSW. The Tolland Renewal Project seeks to deliver a mix of new social, affordable and private housing fit for the needs of residents, improved green spaces such as parks and outdoor communal areas, increased road connectivity and pathways, and increased recognition of Tolland’s First Nations history.

The amount of private, social and affordable housing dwellings to be delivered in the project is identified in Table 1 below.

Type of Housing 

Number of dwellings 

Private housing 

270 private lots and 22 private dwellings in Tolland 

Social housing and Affordable housing 

200 dwellings in Tolland 

84 social dwellings in Wagga LGA 

Net increase in social and affordable dwellings 

65 additional dwellings in Wagga LGA 

Tolland Renewal Project elements

The Tolland Renewal Project is a complex, multi-faceted project, with multiple planning and non-planning elements required to deliver the desired outcomes. The separate, but interrelated, elements of the Tolland Estate Renewal are:

·    The Concept Masterplan

·    Development controls

·    The Planning Agreement

·    Acquisition of Council-owned land

·    The Planning Proposal

As part of the proposal, Homes NSW has proposed to enter into a ‘land swap’ arrangement with Council. This would include Council transferring to Homes NSW (free of charge) some of its community land, including open space and dedicated road parcels on the basis that Homes NSW will dedicate an equivalent area of embellished open space back to Council as part of the renewal process.

Homes NSW has advised that in order to facilitate the proposed acquisitions they would like to use section 29 of the Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991 (the Just Terms Act) as the basis of an acquisition from Council. Section 29(4) of the Just Terms Act provides that if both parties agree to all terms of the proposed acquisition, the requirements under Division 1 Pre-acquisition procedures and Part 3 Compensation for acquisition of land do not apply to the acquisition process . Homes NSW is seeking to utilise this provision because, if the owner of the land has agreed to all relevant matters concerning the compulsory acquisition (including the compensation to be paid, if any), Homes NSW would not have to comply with certain aspects of the Just Terms Act (such as statutory timeframes).

Council staff have previously raised concern that entering into a Section 29 agreement with Homes NSW for the acquisition of community land would breach Council’s obligations under the Local Government Act 1993, as it would effectively dispose of the land.

Council sought independent legal advice from both Lindsay Taylor Lawyers and Malcolm Craig KC in relation to this issue and was advised that consenting (‘agreement’) to Homes NSW’s exercise of its compulsory acquisition powers would not be considered a disposal for the purposes of the Local Government Act 1993. This means Council can enter into a Section 29 agreement with Homes NSW for the compulsory acquisition of land.

On the basis of this legal advice and recognising the social and community significance of the Tolland Renewal Project in delivering a range of social and market housing, it is recommended that Council agree to enter into a section 29 agreement with Homes NSW.

Financial Implications

Homes NSW is proposing land swaps/land acquisition regarding Council-owned land in the Tolland Renewal Area. This may see land acquired from Council at nil value, with it being dedicated back to Council in the future. The dedicated land will be embellished compared to its current form, as per the provisions set out in the draft Planning Agreement and the Tolland Concept Masterplan. This embellishment means that Council will receive upgraded active travel infrastructure, recreational assets and community facilities.

Policy and Legislation

Wagga Wagga Local Strategic Planning Statement
Developer Infrastructure Agreements Policy (POL121)
Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2019 – 2034
Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (particularly Section 7.4)
Land Acquisition (Just Terms Compensation) Act 1991
Local Government Act 1993

Link to Strategic Plan

The Environment

Objective: Future growth and development of Wagga Wagga is planned for in a sustainable manner

Provide for a diversity of housing that meets our needs

Risk Management Issues for Council

Council officers have previously raised concerns over the proposed use of a Section 29 agreement to facilitate Homes NSW’s compulsory acquisition of Council-owned land. The use of compulsory acquisition powers means that the community will not

have had an opportunity to be consulted on the fact that all open space and some of the road parcels within the Tolland Renewal Area will be acquired, as would have been required if Homes NSW lodged a reclassification planning proposal.

It is noted that since 2022, Homes NSW has consulted extensively with the Tolland community in relation to the draft masterplan and rezoning process, distributing over 3,100 letters, newsletter and other supporting materials to owners, tenants and residents. In addition, 9 drop-in sessions were held at the Tolland Community Centre between December 2022 and February 2024. A copy of the Homes NSW Community Engagement Report is provided at Attachment 2. However, this consultation did not specifically advise that Homes NSW would be acquiring all community land and some roads from Council.

If members of the community raised objection to the acquisition, Council has agreed to the acquisition, and therefore has actively participated in that process. It is Council, not Homes NSW, who bears any legal liability if there are allegations of breaching the Local Government Act 1993.

 

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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MM-2              MAYORAL MINUTE - WAGGA AIRPORT

Summary:

With the Federal election coming it is critical that we seek a commitment from the Member for Riverina, the Hon. Michael McCormack MP and other candidates regarding the Wagga Airport terminal and lease.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       write to the Member for Riverina, the Hon. Michael McCormack MP, and request that if the coalition government is elected in 2025, they will;

i         honour the commitment made at the 2022 Federal Election to fund a new Wagga Airport to at least the sum of the commitment made in 2022, and

ii        ensure that the Wagga Airport is not privatised and that a 50 + 49 year lease is granted to Wagga Wagga City Council at a nominal rental

b       write to all other candidates in the upcoming election seeking their commitment for the Airport Terminal and lease

Report

During the Federal election in 2022, the Member for Riverina, the Hon. Michael McCormack MP pledged $20 million to revamp the Wagga Wagga Airport if the coalition was returned to Government.

 

Michael McCormack was re-elected but the coalition Government was not.

 

Although the Federal election date is not yet announced it will be in the first 6 months of next year. As a community we are no further advanced in relation to upgrading our Airport terminal which is owned by the Federal Government.

 

Mr McCormack has not yet made any election commitments and the purpose of this Mayoral Minute is to ensure that he, and the coalition, have plenty of notice to recommit to their 2022 promise of renewing the Wagga Airport.

 

Since the election, Council was advised that the lease of the Airport would be advertised in a public expression of interest process with a view to privatising the Airport. This process has been halted pending discussion between Council and Defence. These discussions are positive however there is not yet any commitment to the renewal of the lease.

 

For these reasons Council should write to Mr McCormack and all other candidates in the upcoming election seeking a commitment regarding the Airport terminal and lease.

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

Wagga Wagga City Council Code of Meeting Practice

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Wagga Wagga has strong community leadership and a shared vision for the future

Plan long term for the future of Wagga Wagga

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

NOM-1

 

Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given

NOM-1           NOTICE OF MOTION - INVESTIGATING REGULATION OF FACIAL
RECOGNITION & CONSUMER PROFILING TECHNOLOGIES

Author:          Councillor Richard Foley

 

Summary:

This Notice of Motion is for Council to acknowledge the privacy and ethical concerns raised by community members surrounding the use of facial recognition and consumer profiling technologies.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       acknowledges privacy, ethical and wider community concerns surrounding the use of facial recognition and consumer profiling technologies (FRT and CPT) in commercial public spaces

b       receives a report within six months that explores how Council can respond to these challenges within its existing powers (if any), including but not limited to the development of policy frameworks and/or implementation of conditions on developments

c        advocates to State and Federal Governments for stronger consumer protections, including transparency and opt-out provisions for FRT and CPT, by requesting the Mayor write to our local members and the relevant State and Federal Ministers in relation to this matter

Report

Facial recognition technology (FRT) and consumer profiling technology (CPT) are becoming increasingly prevalent in commercial spaces. However, their use raises significant privacy, ethical, and transparency concerns. These technologies collect and analyse personal data, often without clear consent or public understanding, which can undermine trust and create perceptions of intrusive surveillance.

 

While Wagga Wagga City Council’s jurisdiction over privacy laws is limited, the Council has a responsibility to protect the welfare of its community and promote transparent and ethical business practices. A comprehensive report is required to explore how the Council can respond to these challenges within its existing powers, including the development of policy frameworks and implementation of conditions on developments.

 

Additionally, the Council can advocate for stronger protections at the state and federal levels, such as mandatory opt-out mechanisms and stricter consumer safeguards, recognising that these technologies are primarily regulated by higher levels of government.

 

By taking these steps, Wagga Wagga City Council can lead by example, addressing community concerns while fostering a culture of accountability and trust in how emerging technologies are used. This approach balances the need for innovation with the protection of fundamental rights, ensuring that the community’s privacy and values are upheld.

 


 

Financial Implications

There are financial implications within this report.

Policy and Legislation

Wagga Wagga Code of Meeting Practice

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Wagga Wagga has strong community leadership and a shared vision for the future

Our leaders represent our community

 

 

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

CR-1

 

Councillor Report

CR-1              DELEGATE REPORT - LGNSW CONFERENCE 2024

Author:         Councillor Allana Condron and Jenny MCKinnon and the Mayor Councillor Dallas Tout

 

Recommendation

That Council receive and note the report.

 

Report

The purpose of the 2024 LGNSW Conference was to provide opportunity for councillors to come together to share ideas and debate issues that shape the way LGNSW is governed and advocates on behalf of the local government sector. Those who were voting delegates in attendance played a key role in voting on motions that have been put forward by other Councils across NSW.

 

The full agenda can be found on the website.

 

There were several motions of interest for councillors in attendance, those of which included motions such as the proposed Model Code of Conduct. The vast variety of motions put forth at the conference also provided for insight into the priorities, and in particular, concerns of other neighbouring councils, as well as councils operating in metropolitan areas.

 

The conference provided great benefit in not only connecting councillors to other councillors and government professionals, creating support networks across the NSW Local Government sector, but also a great opportunity for in particular new councillors to understand the roles and responsibilities of council and councillors as a whole, and where best to seek support whilst undertaking their duties of office this term.

 

On the Friday prior to the conference the Premier announced the creation of the Housing Development Authority. This was announced with no prior discussions or consultations and of even more concern no consultation with the peak body Local Government NSW.

 

The creation of this authority was of such concern to all Councils due to the lack of any detail at all that an existing board motion was amended to reflect the opinion of Councils. The wording being “That LGNSW and Councils across the state condemn the NSW Governments 15 November 2024 announcement that I will bypass councils and communities with a new spot-rezoning and state approval pathway, which will deliver windfall gains for developers while removing safeguards that protect communities from inappropriate development.”

 

This motion was moved by Wagga Wagga council. The agreement in the conference was such that there was no opposition and it was passed unanimously by all Councils in attendance.

 

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

Code of Conduct 2022

Councillor Expenses and Facilities Policy POL 025

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Wagga Wagga has strong community leadership and a shared vision for the future

Our leaders represent our community

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

N/A

Internal / External Consultation

N/A

 

 

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-1

 

Reports from Staff

RP-1               Amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan and 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga DA19/0125 Works in Kind Agreement

Author:         Belinda Maclure 

Executive:    Fiona Piltz

         

 

Summary:

Council has been working for an extended period with the developer at 12 Blake Street regarding the provision of infrastructure to improve the public realm in Blake Street in lieu of providing the section 7.12 contributions due for the development associated with DA19/0125.

 

Following the Council Meeting of 6 November 2023, Council staff drafted an amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2019-2034 and drafted a Works in Kind Agreement for the provision of infrastructure to improve the public realm in Blake Street. These documents have recently been placed on public exhibition, with one submission received.

 

It is recommended that Council enters into a Works in Kind Agreement with Davtil Pty Ltd in relation to their development at 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga and adopts the Addendum to the Wagga Wagga Blake Street.

 

The Section 7.12 contributions collected in relation to DA19/0125 will be allocated to the delivery of the infrastructure described in the Addendum and Deed as attached to this report.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       notes that one submission was received during the latest public exhibition period of the draft Deed Developer Works for 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga

b       notes that no submissions were received relating to the draft Addendum to the Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Plan 2019 – 2034

c        authorises the General Manager or their delegate to execute the Deed Developer Works for 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga and any other relevant documents on behalf of Council relating to Lot 13 DP 1211352 and associated with DA19/0125

d       authorises the affixing of the Wagga Wagga City Council common seal to all relevant documents as required.

e       authorises the General Manager or their delegate to pay the Section 7.12 contributions for DA19/0125 to the infrastructure projects identified in the Deed Developer Works 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga

f        resolves to adjust the Section 7.12 budget in the Long-Term Financial Plan to include the allocation of $104,075 to the delivery of infrastructure as described in the Deed Developer Works 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga

g       adopts the Addendum to the Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2019 – 2034 Additional Blake Street Projects for Section 7.12

 

Report

At the Ordinary Council Meeting of Monday 6 November 2023 Council resolved to (among other items):

d       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to draft the amendment to the Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (LICP) as outlined in the body of this report

e       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to draft a Works In Kind Agreement (WIKA) as outlined in the body of this report

f         authorise the General Manager or their delegate to place both the draft Works In Kind Agreement (WIKA) and the draft amendment to the Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan (LICP) on public exhibition for a period of 28 days and invite public submissions

g       receive a further report following the exhibition and submission period addressing any submission made in respect of the draft documents

In August 2024 the developer amended one part of their offer in relation to trees. The original plan was to remove 11 existing trees on the western side of Blake Street and install 11 Chinese Elms within the road reserve. After further investigation this was deemed unsuitable by the developer due to the potential damage this would cause to the surrounding infrastructure. The amended plan is to still remove 11 of the existing trees on the western side of Blake Street (already approved) and install 27 Crepe Myrtles that will be fully irrigated. Accordingly, the draft Works in Kind Agreement and the following proposed changes to the Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan were placed on public exhibition:

1.      Reconfiguration of the existing on-street car parking between Morgan and Forsyth Streets from parallel parking to angle parking

2.      Reconfiguration of existing road design including the installation of new traffic calming devices at either end of Blake Street

3.      Establishment of new line marking and signage including the designation of disabled car parking spaces

4.      Removal of existing street trees and replacement of crepe myrtles

5.      Replacement and upgrade to 2.5-metre-wide footpaths on the western side of Blake Street

6.      Landscaping and installation of three lights in the Blake Street Council carpark.

One submission was received during this public exhibition period. The submission objected to the removal of the existing street trees and their replacement with crepe myrtles. The objector was of the opinion that 25 existing street trees were being removed, however only 11 are identified for removal. Council staff have worked with the developer over a period of time and considered a number of options in relation to the street trees. Council staff support the replacement of the existing street trees with crepe myrtles as per the plans recently exhibited. This is based on the poor health of the existing street trees on the western side Blake Street, the damage caused to the footpath and kerb and gutter infrastructure in the street from the existing street trees and that the proposal will see the street trees located on the roadside verge.

The changes are detailed in the Addendum to the Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan and the draft Deed Developer Works for 12 Blake Street Wagga Wagga which are attached as Attachments 1 and 2 to this report.

The mixed use development comprises of ground floor commercial space, carparking and residential units on the floors above. The development will increase housing density within the central business district and provides diversity of housing options with its shop top residential units. Increased density and diversity of housing options in the city are highly desirable outcomes. The development will revitalise Blake Street through commercial activity and providing infill housing in an area which will promote a lifestyle where people can walk to all the services the central business district has to offer.

Below are some images to assist with visualising the proposal.


Picture 1: Blake Street Artistic Impression

A street with cars parked on it

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Picture 2: Blake Street (western side currently)


Picture 3: Blake Street (western side currently)


Picture 4: Blake Street (western side currently)

 

A telephone pole with power lines

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Picture 5: Tarcutta Street

Financial Implications

The Work in Kind Agreement will see $171,900 worth of public infrastructure delivered in Blake Street (in 2024 dollars).

 

As $104,075 of Section 7.12 contributions were paid on 16 June 2021, the developer is required to provide Council with a developer works security totalling $67,825.

 

At the completion of all the works listed in the Deed Council will return the developer works security and pay the developer $104,075 for the works. The resulting change to the Section 7.12 budget in the Long Term Financial Plan to include the allocation of $104,075 to the delivery of infrastructure as described in the Deed Developer Works 12 Blake Street, Wagga Wagga will be made after the Council meeting.

 

The result will be the developer will provide $67,825 (in 2024 dollars) worth of infrastructure in Blake Street over and above the Section 7.12 contributions required in DA19/0125.

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Our community is informed and actively engaged in decision making and problem-solving to shape the future of Wagga Wagga

Communicate with our community

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

The Deed Developer Works 12 Blake Street Wagga Wagga is designed to manage the risks associated with the delivery of the infrastructure in the Works in Kind Agreement.

 

As Section 7.12 contributions have been paid and a developer works security is required, there is no risk Council will not collect the contributions required as a result of the development.

Internal / External Consultation

The proposed Works in Kind Agreement for 12 Blake Street has been placed on public exhibition twice and the changes to the Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan and Work in Kind Agreement has been placed on public exhibition once.

 

The projects included in the Works in Kind Agreement have also been placed on public exhibition twice prior to the recent public exhibition periods.

Attachments

 

1.

Draft Deed WIKA Blake Street DA19-0125 as at October 2024

 

2.

Draft Blake Street Amendment Oct 2024

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-2

 

RP-2               ONE-OFF CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAM RESET

Author:          Scott Gray 

         

 

Summary:

The purpose of the report is to reset the One-Off Capital Works program for the remainder of the 2024/25 financial year so it better aligns with allocated resources and delivery timeframes.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       receive and note the contents of the report

b       adopt the attached revised One-Off Capital Works Program

c        note that further review and refinement of the program will occur over the next 6 months

d       receive a further report early in 2025 with a more detailed status update on projects identified for delivery/progress in 2024/25

e       approve the budget variation/s as detailed in the Financial Implications section of the report

Report

At the Council Meeting on 24 June 2024, Councillors approved an Operational Plan allocating over $57 million for One-Off Capital Works projects. This allocation excluded carry-overs from 2022/23 and, due to the timing of announcements, did not account for major projects such as the Lake Albert Pipeline, Plumpton Road, and the Northern Growth Sewer.

 

The following is a summary of the budgets allocated for the 2024/25 One-Off Capital Works Program, along with the actual expenditure and commitments recorded as of 31 October 2024.

 

Directorate

Budget (Confirmed)

Budget (Pending)

Budget (Total)

Actuals/

Commit

Community

$906,378

$0

$906,378

$36,345

Econ, Business & Workforce

$43,588,226

$14,081,738

$57,669,964

$17,290,886

Governance

$69,440,048

$1,000,000

$70,440,048

$3,851,510

Infrastructure

$42,133,486

$16,660,156

$58,793,641

$2,073,758

Total

$156,068,137

$31,741,894

$187,810,030

$23,252,499

 

A review of the 10 Year One-Off Capital Works Program has been undertaken with project sponsors, project managers and Directors. It is important to note that this is the initial stage of the review, with a focus on the next 1-2 years.

 

Further reviews will be undertaken to ensure the whole program reflects the expectations of Councillors and the community and has the appropriate budget amounts allocated.

A pragmatic approach was taken to the review with the aim to increase the accuracy of the program across the 4-year Council term. Some of the outcomes from the review include requests to:

 

·    remove projects on the basis they were completed through normal operations or in prior years

·    move projects outside the 4-year Delivery plan if they are unfunded, relying on grant funding, awaiting review pending the redevelopment of master plans or awaiting review pending review of demand / requirement

·    revise project timing

 

A copy of the revised 10 Year One Off Capital Works Program is attached (Attachment 1).

 

A status report on the whole Capital Works Program (including recurrent) will be prepared at the end of December and will be presented to Council in the first quarter of 2025. These reports will be provided to Councillors on a regular basis through the Councillor SharePoint site and through Council reports as part of the Operational Performance Reporting process.

 

Financial Implications

Below is a summary of the revised projects and the budgets allocated for the remainder of the 2024/25 financial year.

 

Job No.

Project

Budget
(Confirmed)

Community

18792

Public Art - River Life

$135,763

23074

Art Gallery Cabinetry Work

$111,600

23962

Permit Plug Pilot Program

$400,000

24277

Community Centres Safety Upgrades

$45,615

Economy, Business and Workforce

15293

Sportsgrounds Lighting Program - McPherson Oval (Nth Wagga)

$35,995

17749

Community Amenities - Gissing Oval

$200,000

18638

Lake Albert - Raising Water Level

$125,027

18812

Active Travel Plan - Stage 1 - TT26

$2,624,258

19648

Gobbagombalin Nth (Harris Road) Park Embellishment - ROS2

$194,228

19661

Lloyd Establish 3 Local Parks - ROS5 + LA4 (Deakin Ave) + LA5 (Barton Ave) + LA6 (Central Lloyd) - Land Acquisitions

$50,000

19664

Jubilee Park - Athletics Park Upgrade - ROS10

$3,109,572

19668

Harris Road to Open Space -  ROS13

$44,132

21089

Jim Elphick Tennis Centre - ROS15

$6,947,141

21777

Wiradjuri Walking Track Upgrade

$35,574

21789

Tarcutta Recreation Reserve Infrastructure Upgrade

$68,208

21931

Active Travel Plan - Stage 3 (Various)

$457,554

22157

Stronger Country Communities Fund Round 5 Grant

$731,876

22317

Lake Albert Pipeline

$449,378

22379

Local Government Recovery Grant

$696,051

23088

Victory Memorial Gardens Shade Sails

$22,000

23935

Active Travel Plan - Stage 3 - Kooringal Road Link

$500,000

24286

Workout Wagga Gym Purchase

$175,000

28119

Oasis - Filter Sand for All Pools

$72,887

28145

Oasis - Water Features Project

$199,236

28162

Oasis - Energy Savings Project (Mechanical Air Ventilation System Upgrade)

$231,770

28173

Oasis - Disable/ Mixed Access Equipment / Steps - Wheel Chairs - Hoist & Extras

$76,673

45096

LMC - New circulating road (partial)

$699,309

45128

LMC - Sheep & Goat Electronic (EiD) System Feasibility Study

$987,623

45131

LMC - Cattle Delivery Yard Rehabilitation

$22,823

45133

LMC - Realign Sheep and Cattle Draft Ramps

$3,067,917

45134

LMC - Asbestos Removal

$71,480

45135

LMC - Main Building Amenities

$33,150

45136

LMC - Main Building Sills

$34,810

70101

GWMC - Road Rehabilitation 

$491,782

70164

GWMC - Construction of a new Waste Cell

$500,000

70168

GWMC Plant Shed 

$100,000

70178

GWMC - Construction of a new Monocell

$500,000

70195

GWMC - Cell Extension

$1,261,664

Governance / Major Projects

17866

Levee System Upgrade - North Wagga (1 in 20)

$500,000

21903

RIFL Stage 1A Subdivision Works

$1,321,048

23126

Southern Growth Area - Plumpton Road North

$1,992,030

23127

Southern Growth Area - Plumpton Road South

$1,973,623

50447

Northern Growth Area - Sewer Upgrades

$773,089

Infrastructure

12922

Glenfield Road Corridor Works - TT1

121,787

17742

Stormwater - Murray St Project

159,956

18738

Glenfield Road Drain Remediation

79,807

19546

Botanic Gardens Zoo - Stage 2 CCTV

9,890

19604

Gregadoo Road Corridor Works - TT7

250,000

19627

Red Hill Rd/Dalman Parkway Intersection Treatment - TT27

137,457

21273

Lawn Cemetery Master Plan Stage 2A Works - New burial area, outdoor chapel and water feature

50,207

21348

Dobney Avenue & Pearson Street Pavement Rehabilitation

618,941

21855

Incarnie Crescent Stormwater Augmentation

421,559

21902

Murray St/ Brookong Ave Intersection Works - Hospital Upgrade

75,800

22138

Alan Turner Depot Washbay Waste/Oil Separator & Pit

130,466

22226

Civic Theatre - Balcony Retiling & Waterproofing

165,000

22322

Improved Pedestrian Access in Turvey Park

34,787

22324

Local Road Repair Program Funding Phase 2

2,791,133

22490

RFS Mangoplah Station Additional Bay & Amenities

94,667

22491

RFS Humula Station Capital Works

50,000

22694

Local Roads Community Infrastructure Round 4

1,547,609

22825

Bus Shelter Installations (CPTIGS - Fernleigh Rd x 2, Fay Ave)

34,368

23084

Destination Electric Vehicle (EV) Charger Installation Round 2

6,826

23103

Chapel Refurbishment

154,664

23934

Bus Shelter Installation (CPTIGS - 48 Chaston St)

20,000

24256

Pomingalarna Shed Construction

235,000

24266

Ivan Jack Drive Bridge Structural Rectification

623,039

50199

Sewer - Elizabeth Avenue Forest Hill SPS22 - New Assets

52,014

50221

Sewer - Narrung St Treatment Plant Flood Protection Infrastructure

464,132

50224

Sewer Ashmont SPS (Lloyd to Ashmont Gravity Main Upgrade)

24,980

50245

Sewer - Olympic Highway - SPS13 New Assets

21,037

50418

Southern Growth Area Sewer Augmentation

1,165,853

50441

Sewer Telemetry Hardware Upgrades

1,000,000

 

Total

$42,610,865

 

 

The following table represents the movement of project budgets allocated across the 10 year program.

 

Year

Current Budget Allocated

Revised Budget Allocated

2024/25

$187,810,030

$42,610,865

2025/26

$71,356,362

$97,407,802

2026/27

$43,057,329

$105,928,896

2027/28

$48,734,469

$8,139,020

2028/29

$15,258,879

$16,593,436

2029/30

$15,063,915

$62,491,089

2030/31

$7,265,304

$32,453,765

2031/32

$861,142

$14,265,391

2032/33

$8,585,460

$10,220,554

2033/34

$5,333,184

$5,333,184

To be reviewed/removed

7,882,073

Policy and Legislation

NSW Local Government Act 1993

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Our community is informed and actively engaged in decision making and problem-solving to shape the future of Wagga Wagga

Communicate with our community

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

If the capital works program is not reset to something more realistic there will be a community expectation that can’t be met.

 

Internal / External Consultation

Significant Internal engagement has been undertaken to prepare this initial revised 10 year capital works program. In addition, consultation is occurring in relation to Council’s project management methodology, systems and reporting.

 

A Councillor workshop was held on 9 December 2024.

 

Attachments

 

1.

One-Off Capital Works Program 2024/25 to 2033/34 - Reset as at 16 December 2024

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-2

 








Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-3

 

RP-3               JIM ELPHICK TENNIS CENTRE AND WAGGA WORKOUT FEES AND CHARGES

Author:         Marc Geppert 

Executive:    Fiona Piltz

         

 

Summary:

This report proposes to adopt the publicly exhibited fees and charges for the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre and Wagga Workout Gym for the 2024/25 financial year with one amendment as noted in this report.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       note that there were 8 submissions received during the public exhibition period

b       adopt the following Recreation and Community Facility fees and charges for the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre and Wagga Workout:

Jim Elphick Tennis Centre

Fee Name

Year 24/25

Fee

(excl GST)

GST

Total Fee (Inc GST)

Casual Hire

ITF Court Hire (per hour, inc lights if applicable)

$18.18

$1.82

$20.00

Community Court Hire (per hour, inc lights if applicable)

$13.64

$1.36

$15.00

Multi Purpose Court Hire (per hour, inc lights if applicable)

$22.73

$2.27

$25.00

Tournament Rate Court Hire (per hour, per court)

$9.09

$0.91

$10.00

School Court Hire (Community Court, per hour)

$9.09

$0.91

$10.00

Adult Programming and Competitions

Social/Competitions (per 10 week competition or school term)

$109.09

$10.91

$120.00

Pro-Am Matchplay  - 1 Pro, 3 players (per player per one hour session)

$22.73

$2.27

$25.00

Adult competitions (Singles, Doubles, mixed doubles per 10 week competition or school term)

$122.73

$12.27

$135.00

Adult Private coaching per half hour

$36.36

$3.64

$40.00

Adult Private coaching per hour

$68.18

$6.82

$75.00

Junior Programming and Competitions

-

-

Junior competition fee per match

$8.18

$0.82

$9.00

Hot Shots Blue

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

Hot Shots Red

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

Red Squad

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Hot Shots Orange

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

Orange Squad

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Hot Shots Green

$100.00

$10.00

$110.00

Green Squad

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Hot Shots Yellow

$100.00

$10.00

$110.00

Yellow Squad

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Group Coaching (per hour)

$10.91

$1.09

$12.00

Private Coaching (per half hour)

$36.36

$3.64

$40.00

Private Coaching (per hour)

$68.18

$6.82

$75.00

Tennis School Holiday Program (per 4 hour clinic)

$45.45

$4.55

$50.00

Sporting Schools Play Program (per child, per week)

$9.00

$0.90

$9.90

Room Hire/Events

Jim Elphick Meeting room (per hour)

$32.73

$3.27

$36.00

Jim Elphick Function room (per hour inc kitchen/bar)

$63.64

$6.36

$70.00

Event staff member per hour

$63.64

$ 6.36

$70.00

Miscellaneous Hire

-

-

Ball Machine (per hour)

$32.73

$3.27

$36.00

Re-stringing (per racquet, not inc strings)

$32.73

$3.27

$36.00

Racquet Hire

$4.55

$0.45

$5.00

 

Wagga Workout

Fee Name

Year 24/25

Fee

(Excl GST)

GST

Total Fee (Inc GST)

Individual Membership

12 month membership

$545.45

$54.55

$600.00

12 month direct debit weekly

$14.55

$1.45

$16.00

12 month membership - Concession/Student

$454.55

$45.45

$500.00

12  month membership - Family (inc 2 adults, 2 children under 18)

$909.09

$90.91

$1,000.00

12 month membership - Family Direct Debit (per week)

$22.73

$ 2.27

$25.00

No contract membership - direct debit weekly (cancel anytime)

$16.36

$1.64

$18.00

No contract membership - joining fee

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

6 month membership

$409.09

$40.91

$450.00

6 month membership - Concession/Student

$363.64

$36.36

$400.00

6 month membership - family (inc 2 adults, 2 children under 18)

$681.82

$68.18

$750.00

3 month membership

$318.18

$31.82

$350.00

3 month membership - Concession/Student

$272.73

$27.27

$300.00

3 month membership - Family (2 adults, 2 children under 18)

$545.45

$54.55

$600.00

1 month membership

$159.09

$15.91

$175.00

1 month membership - Concession/Student

$136.36

$13.64

$150.00

14 day membership

$104.55

$10.45

$115.00

7 day membership

$68.18

$6.82

$75.00

12 month Gym/Swim Membership

$931.82

$93.18

$1,025.00

6 month Gym/Swim Membership

$727.27

$72.73

$800.00

3 month Gym/Swim Membership

$563.64

$56.36

$620.00

24 Hour access tag (one off fee)

$36.36

$3.64

$40.00

24 hour access tag replacement

$9.09

$0.91

$10.00

Casual Visitation

-

-

Single visit

$15.45

$1.55

$17.00

Single visit - concession/student

$10.91

$1.09

$12.00

Sauna only

$10.91

$1.09

$12.00

Student school group fee (per student - applies to groups only)

$7.27

$0.73

$8.00

Sporting group fee (per player, applies to groups only)

$7.27

$0.73

$8.00

10 visit pass

$136.36

$13.64

$150.00

10 visit pass - Concession/Student

$100.00

$10.00

$110.00

20 visit pass

$200.00

$20.00

$220.00

20 visit pass - Concession/Student

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Miscellaneous Hire

-

-

Towel hire

$2.73

$0.27

$3.00

Health Assessment/Fitness testing

$50.00

$5.00

$55.00

Workout Group Fitness room hire inc equipment (per hour)

$36.36

$3.64

$40.00

 

Report

At the Ordinary Meeting of Council, held 28 October 2024 Council resolved:

 

That Council:

a       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract for the purchase of the business known as ‘Wagga Workout’ on the conditions outlined in this report

b       endorse the Council management model for the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre

c        place the following fees and charges on public exhibition for period of 28 days from 30 October 2024 to 27 November 2024

Jim Elphick Tennis Centre

Fee Name

Year 24/25

Fee

(excl GST)

GST

Total Fee (Inc GST)

Casual Hire

ITF Court Hire (per hour, inc lights if applicable)

$22.73

$2.27

$25.00

Community Court Hire (per hour, inc lights if applicable)

$13.64

$1.36

$15.00

Multi Purpose Court Hire (per hour, inc lights if applicable)

$22.73

$2.27

$25.00

Tournament Rate Court Hire (per hour, per court)

$9.09

$0.91

$10.00

School Court Hire (Community Court, per hour)

$9.09

$0.91

$10.00

Adult Programming and Competitions

Social/Competitions (per 10 week competition or school term)

$109.09

$10.91

$120.00

Pro-Am Matchplay  - 1 Pro, 3 players (per player per one hour session)

$22.73

$2.27

$25.00

Adult competitions (Singles, Doubles, mixed doubles per 10 week competition or school term)

$122.73

$12.27

$135.00

Adult Private coaching per half hour

$36.36

$3.64

$40.00

Adult Private coaching per hour

$68.18

$6.82

$75.00

Junior Programming and Competitions

-

-

Junior competition fee per match

$8.18

$0.82

$9.00

Hot Shots Blue

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

Hot Shots Red

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

Red Squad

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Hot Shots Orange

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

Orange Squad

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Hot Shots Green

$100.00

$10.00

$110.00

Green Squad

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Hot Shots Yellow

$100.00

$10.00

$110.00

Yellow Squad

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Group Coaching (per hour)

$10.91

$1.09

$12.00

Private Coaching (per half hour)

$36.36

$3.64

$40.00

Private Coaching (per hour)

$68.18

$6.82

$75.00

Tennis School Holiday Program (per 4 hour clinic)

$45.45

$4.55

$50.00

Sporting Schools Play Program (per child, per week)

$9.00

$0.90

$9.90

Room Hire/Events

Jim Elphick Meeting room (per hour)

$32.73

$3.27

$36.00

Jim Elphick Function room (per hour inc kitchen/bar)

$63.64

$6.36

$70.00

Event staff member per hour

$63.64

$ 6.36

$70.00

Miscellaneous Hire

-

-

Ball Machine (per hour)

$32.73

$3.27

$36.00

Re-stringing (per racquet, not inc strings)

$32.73

$3.27

$36.00

Racquet Hire

$4.55

$0.45

$5.00

 

Wagga Workout

Fee Name

Year 24/25

Fee

(Excl GST)

GST

Total Fee (Inc GST)

Individual Membership

12 month membership

$545.45

$54.55

$600.00

12 month direct debit weekly

$14.55

$1.45

$16.00

12 month membership - Concession/Student

$454.55

$45.45

$500.00

12  month membership - Family (inc 2 adults, 2 children under 18)

$909.09

$90.91

$1,000.00

12 month membership - Family Direct Debit (per week)

$22.73

$ 2.27

$25.00

No contract membership - direct debit weekly (cancel anytime)

$16.36

$1.64

$18.00

No contract membership - joining fee

$90.91

$9.09

$100.00

6 month membership

$409.09

$40.91

$450.00

6 month membership - Concession/Student

$363.64

$36.36

$400.00

6 month membership - family (inc 2 adults, 2 children under 18)

$681.82

$68.18

$750.00

3 month membership

$318.18

$31.82

$350.00

3 month membership - Concession/Student

$272.73

$27.27

$300.00

3 month membership - Family (2 adults, 2 children under 18)

$545.45

$54.55

$600.00

1 month membership

$159.09

$15.91

$175.00

1 month membership - Concession/Student

$136.36

$13.64

$150.00

14 day membership

$104.55

$10.45

$115.00

7 day membership

$68.18

$6.82

$75.00

12 month Gym/Swim Membership

$931.82

$93.18

$1,025.00

6 month Gym/Swim Membership

$727.27

$72.73

$800.00

3 month Gym/Swim Membership

$563.64

$56.36

$620.00

24 Hour access tag (one off fee)

$36.36

$3.64

$40.00

24 hour access tag replacement

$9.09

$0.91

$10.00

Casual Visitation

-

-

Single visit

$15.45

$1.55

$17.00

Single visit - concession/student

$10.91

$1.09

$12.00

Sauna only

$10.91

$1.09

$12.00

Student school group fee (per student - applies to groups only)

$7.27

$0.73

$8.00

Sporting group fee (per player, applies to groups only)

$7.27

$0.73

$8.00

10 visit pass

$136.36

$13.64

$150.00

10 visit pass - Concession/Student

$100.00

$10.00

$110.00

20 visit pass

$200.00

$20.00

$220.00

20 visit pass - Concession/Student

$163.64

$16.36

$180.00

Miscellaneous Hire

-

-

Towel hire

$2.73

$0.27

$3.00

Health Assessment/Fitness testing

$50.00

$5.00

$55.00

Workout Group Fitness room hire inc equipment (per hour)

$36.36

$3.64

$40.00

 

d       authorise the affixing of Council’s common seal as required

e       approve the budget variation/s as detailed in the Financial Implications section of the report relating to the 2024/25 financial year

f         include the proposed budget amendments to the future financial years during the 2025/26 Long Term Financial Plan budget process as detailed in the financial implications section of the report

 

Following the resolution the fees and charges were placed on public exhibition for 28 days. 8 online submissions were received along with a separate direct email from the South Wagga Tennis Club to the Manager Oasis.


 

 

Submission

Staff Comment

The fee structure for the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre proposed by WWCC seems to be fair and reasonable with some concerns.


1.Membership- there is no mention in the fee structure of membership to the Jim Elphick Tennis Centre although is listed in the fee structure for the Oasis and Gym complex. This was a key feature in the announcement.  Membership to all facilities needs to be individual or joint and there should be no disadvantage in cost to just join the tennis centre. What are the advantages of becoming a member of the tennis centre and the effect on the fee structure for example as a member would you get discount court hire.

2. Lighting- To hire a court should be less if you do not need lights.

 

 

 

 

3. Court Surfaces -there is a significant cost difference in hiring an ITF court as opposed to Community court hire. Difference of $5 rather than $10 would be more equitable.
The fee structure should not detract from other tennis venues in Wagga.

1. A report on a suite of individual and combined facility membership options will be presented to the 20 January 2025 Council Meeting with the view to placing the options and associated fees on public exhibition. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

2. A standardised pricing structure has been established to reduce the complexity of the venue fees and charges.  This was established in consideration of the highly efficient LED lights that have been installed during the project.

 

 

3.It is proposed to reduce the ITF charge by $5 to $20 inc GST and establish a $5 gap between the ITF and Community Courts. 

Submission made via email 27/11/2024 due to the character limit. (Attachment 1)

The Oasis Manager met with the South Wagga Tennis Club on the 3 December and had wide ranging discussions on venue operations, staffing, tournaments, competitions etc.

 

Feedback on the fees and charges included that the fees were too cheap for court hire compared to SWTC.  The current pricing has been developed in consideration of the venue being operated in a cost-effective manner while also providing facilities that are affordable for use by the community.

 

Membership Options will be considered within the report to the 20 January 2025 Council Meeting.

The gym and pool membership fees are way too expensive particularly for people on low incomes and older people.

There are current concession options for both the Oasis and Workout Gym. Both the pool and gym are below market rates when comparing with other similar facilities and other councils.

 

Membership Options will be considered within the report to the 20 January 2025 Council Meeting.

I think it would be good to broaden the terms of the family membership for the gym. Very few people that attend Workout have kids under 18 that attend the gym. It would be useful for quite a few that have dependent university/other students/children over 18 living at the same address to be included as a family.

Can you please consider this.

This will be considered within the Membership Options report to the 20 January 2025 Council Meeting.

I currently participate in the over 50 exercise class at the Oasis. Can not see any reference to it in the price schedule. is it to continues? and at what cost pls?

Yes, this is continuing with no change

I’d like to know if existing contracts with a set membership fee with Workout will be honoured and remain intact for the period of membership.

Yes, memberships are being honoured unchanged

This is very exciting news!!
Is there an opportunity to have a combined pool and gym family membership? I can't see one listed and this is something we would be interested in and possibly others.

Thanks very much.

This will be considered within the Membership Options report to the 20 January 2025 Council Meeting.

I believe the gym and pool costs are prohibitively for low-income earners and people on Centrelink benefits.
If this is a council run facility it should be as accessible and affordable as possible especially to those who are vulnerable to health challenges.

There are current concession options for both the Oasis and Workout Gym. Both the pool and gym are below market rates when comparing with other similar facilities and other councils.

 

Memberships will be considered within the Membership Options report to the 20 January 2025 Council Meeting.

 

Staff have considered the feedback received and are proposing one change to the exhibited fees being the ITF Court Hire.  It is proposed that this fee be amended to:

Fee Name

Year 24/25

Fee

(excl GST)

GST

Total Fee (Inc GST)

Casual Hire

ITF Court Hire (per hour, inc lights if applicable)

$18.18

$1.82

$20.00

 

The reason for this change is that it is recognised that the gap between community courts and ITF courts was on the larger end of the scale, and it is anticipated that the revised change will lead to additional usage of the ITF courts.

 

Financial Implications

These facilities fees and charges have been factored into Council’s amended operating income budget for the 2024/25 Long Term Financial Plan.

Policy and Legislation

Local Government Act 1993

Chapter 15, Part 10, Division 1:

·    Section 608 Council fees for services

Chapter 15, Part 10, Division 2:

·    Section 610B Fees to be determined in accordance with pricing methodologies

Chapter 15, Part 10, Division 3:

·    Section 610D How does a council determine the amount of a fee for service?

·    Section 610F Public notice of fees

Local Government (General) Regulation 2021

Regulation 201 Annual statement of council’s revenue policy

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Safe and Healthy Community

Objective: Our community embraces healthier lifestyle choices and practices

Promote access and participation for all sections of the community to a full range of sports and recreational activities

Risk Management Issues for Council

Without adequate revenue to cover the costs of operating the recreational facilities they may not remain financially sustainable into the future.

Internal / External Consultation

 

 

Mail

Traditional Media

Community Engagement

Digital

Rates notices insert

Direct mail

Letterbox drop

Council news

Media release

Media opportunity

TV/radio advertising

One-on-one meeting(s)

Community meeting(s)

Stakeholder workshop(s)

Drop-in session(s)

Survey/feedback form(s)

Have your Say

Email newsletter

Social media

Website

Inform

 

 

 

X

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

X

 

X

X

 

In addition to this an email (Attachment 2) was sent to local tennis stakeholders informing them of the 28 October resolution and inviting them to make a submission on the fees and charges.

 

The Oasis Manager also attended the committee meeting of the South Wagga Tennis Club on 3 December to respond to questions and discuss the sport of tennis more broadly.

 

During the public exhibition period 193 visitors to the Hay Your Say page during the exhibition period.

 

Attachments

 

1.

Email received from South Wagga Tennis

 

2.

Correspondence to tennis stakeholders

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-3

 



Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-3

 



Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-4

 

RP-4               FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 30 NOVEMBER 2024

Author:          Carolyn Rodney 

         

 

Summary:

This report is for Council to consider information presented on the 2024/25 budget and Long-Term Financial Plan, and details Council’s external investments and performance as at 30 November 2024.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       approve the proposed 2024/25 budget variations for the month ended 30 November 2024 and note the balanced budget position as presented in this report

b       approve the proposed budget variations to the 2024/25 Long Term Financial Plan Capital Works Program including new projects and timing adjustments

c        note the Responsible Accounting Officer’s reports, in accordance with the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 (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 30 November 2024 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

Report

Wagga Wagga City Council (Council) forecasts a balanced budget position as of 30 November 2024.

 

Proposed budget variations including adjustments to the capital works program are detailed in this report for Council’s consideration and adoption.

 

Council has experienced a positive monthly investment performance for the month of November when compared to budget ($469,301 up on the monthly budget). This is mainly due to better than budgeted returns on Council’s investment portfolio as a result of the recent interest rate movements, as well as a higher than anticipated investment portfolio balance.


 

Key Performance Indicators

 

 

OPERATING INCOME

Total operating income is 43% of approved budget and is tracking close to budget for the month of November 2024. 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 76% when compared to budget.

 

OPERATING EXPENSES

Total operating expenditure is 44% of approved budget and is tracking slightly over budget at this stage of the financial year. This is due to the payment of annual one-off expenses such as rates and insurances.

 

CAPITAL INCOME

Total capital income is 57% of approved budget, which is mainly attributed to the Accelerated Infrastructure Fund (AIF) grant funding that has been received. It is important to note that the actual income from capital is influenced by the timing of the receipt of capital grants and contributions in relation to expenditure incurred on the projects.

 

CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

Total capital expenditure including commitments is 18% of approved budget including pending projects. Excluding commitments, the total expenditure is 9% when compared to the approved budget. The capital project budgets are currently being reviewed and will be reported back to Council to accurately reflect the capital works program.

 

 


 




2024/25 Revised Budget Result – (Surplus) / Deficit

$’000s

Original 2024/25 Budget Result as adopted by Council

Total Budget Variations approved to date

Budget Variations for November 2024

$0K

$0K

$0K

Proposed Revised Budget result for 30 November 2024 - (Surplus) / Deficit

$0K

 

The proposed Operating and Capital Budget Variations for 30 November 2024 which affect the current 2024/25 financial year are listed below.

 

Budget Variation

Amount

Funding Source

Net Impact

(Fav)/ Unfav

5 – Growing Economy

 

Administration Building – New Lunch Room

$90K

Administration Building Maintenance ($30K)

Buildings Reserve ($30K)

WHS Incentive Income ($30K)

Nil

The recent changes to the Local Government State Award emphasise the right to disconnect, ensuring that staff can take meaningful breaks free from the pressures of their work environment. The Council Civic Centre does not have (and has not for several years) a designated, suitable lunchroom, which has resulted in many staff having to eat their lunch at their desks - blurring the boundaries between work and rest. This not only undermines the intent of the Award but also impacts on productivity and morale. The WHS Act places a duty on employers to address psychosocial hazards, including the risks associated with an inability to take proper breaks. The Local Government State Award changes and WHS requirements make it clear that the provision of adequate facilities is not optional—it is a legal and ethical obligation. Failing to provide such facilities could expose the organisation to compliance risks, including grievances, increased turnover, or breaches of the Award.

The works will be undertaken in a currently unused space on level 1, where Council previously operated the Family Day Care function.  Works include removal of internal walls, plumbing, electrical, flooring, painting, kitchen cabinetry, and appliances.

Estimated Completion: 30 June 2025

Job Number: 24367

 

Narrung Street Treatment Ponds Flood Protection Plant

$230K

Sewer Reserve ($230K)

Nil

The Narrung Street Treatment Ponds Effluent Liner project costs have risen over the past three years due to inflation of the price of materials, labour, and other essential resources required including project management overheads.

As a result, an additional budget variation of $230K is needed to successfully complete this project and will be funded from the Sewer Reserve. This variation will bring the total project budget to $694K.

Estimated Completion: 30 June 2025

Job Number: 50221

 

 

 

2024/25 Capital Works Summary

 

As a result of the above variations $320,000 will be moved into the Confirmed budget for 2024/25. These figures will be reflected next month after Council adopt the reset as per RP-1.

 


 

Current Restrictions

 

RESERVES SUMMARY

30 NOVEMBER 2024

 

CLOSING BALANCE 2023/24

ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2024/25

BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 25.11.2024

PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution*

BALANCE AS AT 30 NOVEMBER 2024

 

 

 

 

 

 

Externally Restricted

 

 

 

 

 

Developer Contributions - Section 7.11

(35,346,092)

3,828,593

6,107,271

 

(25,410,229)

Developer Contributions - Section 7.12

(849,883)

(28,096)

0

 

(877,979)

Developer Contributions - Stormwater Section 64

(8,765,571)

131,291

110,565

 

(8,523,715)

Sewer Fund

(52,652,543)

(276,425)

10,992,699

230,000

(41,706,268)

Solid Waste

(31,897,464)

2,924,014

7,513,181

 

(21,460,270)

Specific Purpose Unexpended Grants & Contributions

(58,467,746)

0

58,467,746

 

0

SRV Levee Reserve

(6,230,711)

0

0

 

(6,230,711)

Stormwater Levy

(5,505,698)

2,772,743

719,289

 

(2,013,667)

Total Externally Restricted

(199,715,707)

9,352,119

83,910,749

230,000

(106,222,838)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Internally Restricted

 

 

Additional Special Variation (ASV)

(934,841)

934,841

0

 

0

Airport

0

0

0

 

0

Art Gallery

(15,398)

(6,000)

0

 

(21,398)

Bridge Replacement

(277,544)

0

277,544

 

0

Buildings

(3,386,635)

77,514

122,179

30,000

(3,156,943)

CCTV

(34,995)

0

0

 

(34,995)

Cemetery

(1,378,480)

(204,757)

129,870

 

(1,453,366)

Civic Theatre

(95,013)

(21,237)

30,000

 

(86,250)

Civil Infrastructure

(11,521,350)

696,586

5,200,493

 

(5,624,271)

Council Election

(427,970)

372,507

0

 

(55,463)

Economic Development

(361,938)

18,358

291,936

 

(51,645)

Emergency Events Reserve

(252,702)

(109,381)

0

 

(362,084)

Employee Leave Entitlements Gen Fund

(3,607,285)

0

0

 

(3,607,285)

Environmental Conservation

(116,578)

0

0

 

(116,578)

Event Attraction

(962,294)

91,784

601,625

 

(268,885)

Financial Assistance Grants in Advance

(10,947,037)

0

10,947,037

 

0

Grant Co-Funding

(500,000)

180,000

140,000

 

(180,000)

Gravel Pit Restoration

(790,095)

3,333

222,825

 

(563,936)

Information Services

(2,387,681)

1,037,601

290,000

 

(1,060,080)

Insurance Variations

(50,000)

0

0

 

(50,000)

Internal Loans

(7,841,730)

(149,108)

748,574

 

(7,242,264)

Lake Albert Improvements

(741,740)

(21,261)

707,783

 

(55,218)

Library

(400,985)

(237,430)

0

 

(638,415)

Livestock Marketing Centre

(8,324,132)

1,013,875

5,056,146

 

(2,254,111)

Museum Acquisitions

(48,476)

4,378

0

 

(44,099)

 


 

 

CLOSING BALANCE 2023/24

ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2024/25

BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 25.11.2024

PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution*

BALANCE AS AT 30 NOVEMBER 2024

Net Zero Emissions

(262,207)

(80,157)

119,788

 

(222,576)

Oasis Reserve

(1,201,931)

476,905

403,704

 

(321,321)

Parks & Recreation Projects

(2,520,071)

21,556

728,274

 

(1,770,241)

Parks Water

(180,000)

20,593

0

 

(159,407)

Planning Legals

(61,747)

(20,000)

0

 

(81,747)

Plant Replacement

(6,383,440)

227,092

2,777,129

 

(3,379,218)

Project Carryovers

(8,548,629)

0

8,548,629

 

0

Public Art

(225,215)

0

186,495

 

(38,720)

Service Reviews

(100,000)

0

0

 

(100,000)

Sister Cities

(30,590)

0

0

 

(30,590)

Stormwater Drainage

(110,178)

0

0

 

(110,178)

Strategic Real Property

(1,949,243)

50,000

(2,127,600)

 

(4,026,843)

Subdivision Tree Planting

(516,648)

20,000

0

 

(496,648)

Unexpended External Loans

(602,525)

68,176

406,176

 

(128,172)

Visitors Economy

(33,394)

(24,792)

0

 

(58,186)

Workers Compensation

(155,010)

22,500

0

 

(132,510)

Total Internally Restricted

(78,285,726)

4,463,475

35,808,607

30,000

(37,983,644)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total Restricted

(278,001,433)

13,815,594

119,719,357

260,000

(144,206,482)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total Unrestricted

(11,426,000)

0

0

0

(11,426,000)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Total Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Investments

(289,427,433)

13,815,594

119,719,357

260,000

(155,632,482)

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

Investment Summary as at 30 November 2024

In accordance with Regulation 212 of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021, details of Wagga Wagga City Council’s external investments are outlined below.

Institution

Rating

Closing Balance
Invested
31/10/2024
$

Closing Balance
Invested
31/11/2024
$

November EOM
Current Yield
%

November
EOM
% of Portfolio

Investment
Date

Maturity
Date

Term
(months)

At Call Accounts

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NAB

AA-

342,430

613,103

4.35%

0.20%

N/A

N/A

N/A

CBA

AA-

14,403,240

20,408,038

4.35%

6.81%

N/A

N/A

N/A

CBA

AA-

7,758,358

7,787,351

4.40%

2.60%

N/A

N/A

N/A

Macquarie Bank

A+

9,855,298

9,888,497

4.15%

3.30%

N/A

N/A

N/A

CBA

AA-

48,562,105

48,741,519

4.35%

16.27%

N/A

N/A

N/A

Total At Call Accounts

 

80,921,432

87,438,507

4.33%

29.19%

 

 

 

Short Term Deposits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

AMP

BBB+

1,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

15/11/2023

15/11/2024

12

Australian Unity

BBB+

1,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

27/11/2023

27/11/2024

12

Suncorp

AA-

2,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

30/11/2023

29/11/2024

12

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

30/11/2023

29/11/2024

12

BankVic

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.45%

0.33%

4/12/2023

4/12/2024

12

AMP

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.35%

0.67%

14/12/2023

16/12/2024

12

Australian Unity

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.19%

0.33%

30/01/2024

30/01/2025

12

Suncorp

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.12%

0.33%

7/03/2024

7/03/2025

12

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.31%

0.33%

3/06/2024

3/06/2025

12

BankVic

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.34%

0.67%

26/06/2024

26/06/2025

12

Bank of Sydney

NR

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.47%

0.67%

28/06/2024

30/06/2025

12

NAB

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.30%

0.33%

30/07/2024

30/07/2025

12

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.45%

0.67%

2/07/2024

2/07/2025

12

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.40%

0.67%

8/07/2024

8/07/2025

12

Suncorp

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.43%

0.33%

10/07/2024

10/07/2025

12

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.03%

0.67%

27/08/2024

27/08/2025

12

ICBC

A

0

1,000,000

5.20%

0.33%

14/11/2024

14/11/2025

12

NAB

AA-

0

2,000,000

5.11%

0.67%

28/11/2024

28/11/2025

12

MyState

BBB

0

2,000,000

5.10%

0.67%

29/11/2024

29/11/2025

12

Total Short Term Deposits

 

23,000,000

23,000,000

5.28%

7.68%

 

 

 

Medium Term Deposits

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.32%

0.67%

28/06/2021

29/06/2026

60

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.80%

0.67%

15/11/2021

17/11/2025

48

ICBC

A

2,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

6/11/2019

6/11/2024

60

ICBC

A

2,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

28/11/2019

28/11/2024

60

BOQ

A-

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.00%

0.33%

28/02/2020

28/02/2025

60

Police Credit Union

NR

1,000,000

1,000,000

2.20%

0.33%

1/04/2020

1/04/2025

60

ICBC

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

1.85%

0.33%

29/05/2020

29/05/2025

60

ICBC

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

1.86%

0.33%

1/06/2020

2/06/2025

60

ICBC

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.75%

0.67%

25/06/2020

25/06/2025

60

ICBC

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.75%

0.67%

25/06/2020

25/06/2025

60

ICBC

A

3,000,000

3,000,000

5.07%

1.00%

30/06/2022

30/06/2027

60

ICBC

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.50%

0.67%

17/08/2020

18/08/2025

60

BoQ

A-

1,000,000

1,000,000

1.25%

0.33%

7/09/2020

8/09/2025

60

BoQ

A-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.25%

0.67%

14/09/2020

15/09/2025

60

ICBC

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

1.20%

0.33%

7/12/2020

8/12/2025

60

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

0.95%

0.67%

29/01/2021

29/01/2026

60

NAB

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

1.08%

0.33%

22/02/2021

20/02/2026

60

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.25%

0.67%

3/03/2021

2/03/2026

60

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.40%

0.67%

21/06/2021

19/06/2026

60

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.32%

0.67%

25/06/2021

25/06/2026

60

ICBC

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

1.32%

0.33%

25/08/2021

25/08/2026

60

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

30/11/2021

29/11/2024

36

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.00%

0.67%

8/02/2022

10/02/2025

36

P&N Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.40%

0.67%

9/03/2022

10/03/2025

36

P&N Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.90%

0.67%

11/03/2024

11/03/2026

24

MyState

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

2.20%

0.67%

2/03/2022

3/03/2025

36

CBA

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

3.99%

0.67%

4/05/2022

5/05/2025

36

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.11%

0.33%

23/05/2024

25/05/2026

24

BoQ

A-

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.50%

0.33%

7/07/2022

7/07/2025

36

CBA

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.25%

0.33%

12/08/2022

12/08/2025

36

P&N Bank

BBB+

3,000,000

3,000,000

4.55%

1.00%

29/08/2022

29/08/2025

36

Australian Military Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.55%

0.67%

2/09/2022

2/09/2025

36

P&N Bank

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.40%

0.33%

9/09/2022

9/09/2025

36

ICBC

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.20%

0.67%

21/10/2022

21/10/2025

36

AMP

BBB+

1,000,000

0

0.00%

0.00%

15/11/2022

14/11/2024

24

AMP

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.80%

0.33%

21/11/2022

20/11/2025

36

P&N Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.75%

0.67%

16/12/2022

16/12/2024

24

Police Credit Union

NR

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.04%

0.67%

15/02/2023

17/02/2025

24

Police Credit Union

NR

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.94%

0.67%

14/03/2023

14/03/2025

24

P&N Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.00%

0.67%

14/03/2023

15/03/2027

48

Hume Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.75%

0.67%

31/03/2023

31/03/2025

24

Auswide

BBB

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.95%

0.67%

13/04/2023

13/04/2026

36

P&N Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.20%

0.67%

20/04/2023

20/04/2027

48

P&N Bank

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.20%

0.33%

26/05/2023

26/05/2026

36

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.38%

0.67%

28/06/2024

28/06/2029

60

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.37%

0.67%

21/08/2023

21/08/2025

24

ING Bank

A

0

1,000,000

4.90%

0.33%

29/11/2024

29/11/2026

24

P&N Bank

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.45%

0.33%

30/11/2023

28/11/2025

24

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.20%

0.67%

14/12/2023

15/12/2025

24

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.14%

0.67%

3/01/2024

5/01/2026

24

P&N Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.10%

0.67%

4/01/2024

4/01/2027

36

Suncorp

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.08%

0.33%

8/01/2024

8/01/2026

24

Australian Unity

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.93%

0.33%

7/03/2024

9/03/2026

24

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.10%

0.67%

23/04/2024

24/04/2028

48

NAB

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.10%

0.67%

6/05/2024

6/05/2026

24

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.12%

0.33%

24/05/2024

24/05/2027

36

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.26%

0.33%

31/05/2024

31/05/2028

48

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.26%

0.67%

6/06/2024

6/06/2028

48

Australian Military Bank

BBB+

1,000,000

1,000,000

5.20%

0.33%

11/06/2024

11/06/2026

24

Australian Military Bank

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

5.20%

0.67%

11/06/2024

11/06/2026

24

BankVIC

BBB+

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.65%

0.67%

27/08/2024

27/08/2026

24

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.63%

0.67%

30/08/2024

30/08/2026

24

ING Bank

A

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.51%

0.33%

16/09/2024

18/09/2028

48

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.45%

0.67%

27/09/2024

28/09/2026

24

ING Bank

A

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.79%

0.67%

17/10/2024

19/10/2026

24

Westpac

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

4.70%

0.33%

8/10/2024

8/10/2026

24

Westpac

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

4.73%

0.67%

21/10/2024

21/10/2027

36

Hume Bank

BBB+

0

2,000,000

4.95%

0.67%

7/11/2024

7/11/2026

24

ING Bank

A

0

2,000,000

5.02%

0.67%

14/11/2024

16/11/2026

24

ING Bank

A

0

1,000,000

5.00%

0.33%

27/11/2024

27/11/2026

24

ING Bank

A

0

2,000,000

5.07%

0.67%

28/11/2024

28/11/2028

48

Total Medium Term Deposits

 

111,000,000

112,000,000

3.92%

37.39%

 

 

 

Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NAB

AA-

2,004,426

2,012,000

BBSW + 77

0.67%

21/01/2020

21/01/2025

60

Newcastle Permanent

BBB+

1,115,233

1,104,886

BBSW + 112

0.37%

4/02/2020

4/02/2025

60

Macquarie Bank

A+

2,024,987

2,006,443

BBSW + 84

0.67%

12/02/2020

12/02/2025

60

BOQ Covered

AAA

558,070

552,850

BBSW + 107

0.18%

14/05/2020

14/05/2025

60

UBS

A+

1,504,746

1,510,476

BBSW + 87

0.50%

30/07/2020

30/07/2025

60

CBA

AA-

2,009,771

2,017,239

BBSW + 70

0.67%

14/01/2022

14/01/2027

60

Rabobank

A+

2,004,763

2,011,575

BBSW + 73

0.67%

27/01/2022

27/01/2027

60

Newcastle Permanent

BBB+

1,013,140

1,003,201

BBSW + 100

0.33%

10/02/2022

10/02/2027

60

NAB

AA-

2,428,845

2,406,936

BBSW + 72

0.80%

25/02/2022

25/02/2027

60

Bendigo-Adelaide

A-

1,664,029

1,670,465

BBSW + 98

0.56%

17/03/2022

17/03/2025

36

ANZ

AA-

2,039,878

2,020,678

BBSW + 97

0.67%

12/05/2022

12/05/2027

60

NAB

AA-

1,720,730

1,704,565

BBSW + 90

0.57%

30/05/2022

30/05/2025

36

Suncorp

AA-

912,872

904,197

BBSW + 93

0.30%

22/08/2022

22/08/2025

36

ANZ

AA-

2,570,054

2,544,188

BBSW + 120

0.85%

4/11/2022

4/11/2027

60

NAB

AA-

2,562,687

2,536,363

BBSW + 120

0.85%

25/11/2022

25/11/2027

60

Suncorp

AA-

1,124,002

1,127,984

BBSW + 125

0.38%

14/12/2022

14/12/2027

60

CBA

AA-

2,032,007

2,039,119

BBSW + 115

0.68%

13/01/2023

13/01/2028

60

Bank Australia

BBB+

1,943,580

1,923,647

BBSW + 155

0.64%

22/02/2023

22/02/2027

48

Bendigo-Adelaide Covered

AAA

1,019,139

1,023,528

BBSW + 115

0.34%

16/06/2023

16/06/2028

60

CBA

AA-

2,545,102

2,519,987

BBSW + 95

0.84%

17/08/2023

17/08/2028

60

ANZ

AA-

2,128,657

2,136,281

BBSW + 93

0.71%

11/09/2023

11/09/2028

60

Bank Australia

BBB+

1,663,822

1,671,813

BBSW + 150

0.56%

30/10/2023

30/10/2026

36

ANZ

AA-

2,549,109

2,525,632

BBSW + 96

0.84%

5/02/2024

5/02/2029

60

ANZ

AA-

1,011,499

1,015,864

BBSW + 98

0.34%

19/03/2024

19/03/2029

60

ING Bank

A

505,414

507,537

BBSW + 95

0.17%

22/03/2024

22/03/2027

36

BoQ

A-

1,665,354

1,672,376

BBSW + 128

0.56%

30/04/2024

30/04/2029

60

Bendigo-Adelaide

A-

813,731

806,173

BBSW + 100

0.27%

14/05/2024

14/05/2027

36

ANZ

AA-

1,513,041

1,519,521

BBSW + 86

0.51%

18/06/2024

18/06/2029

60

Teachers Mutual

BBB+

912,910

916,619

BBSW + 130

0.31%

21/06/2024

21/06/2027

36

ING Bank

A

2,231,251

2,210,983

BBSW + 102

0.74%

20/08/2024

20/08/2029

60

CBA

AA-

1,520,870

1,505,991

BBSW + 87

0.50%

22/08/2024

22/08/2029

60

Suncorp

AA-

2,417,023

2,426,438

BBSW + 92

0.81%

27/09/2024

27/09/2029

60

Bendigo-Adelaide

A-

749,978

755,015

BBSW + 96

0.25%

24/10/2024

24/10/2028

48

Total Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt

 

54,480,722

54,310,569

 

18.13%

 

 

 

Fixed Rate Bonds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ING Covered

AAA

705,271

708,717

1.10%

0.24%

19/08/2021

19/08/2026

60

Northern Territory Treasury

AA-

3,000,000

3,000,000

1.00%

1.00%

24/08/2021

16/12/2024

40

Northern Territory Treasury

AA-

3,000,000

3,000,000

1.50%

1.00%

24/08/2021

15/12/2026

64

BoQ

A-

1,797,400

1,807,470

2.10%

0.60%

27/10/2021

27/10/2026

60

BoQ

A-

2,011,127

2,032,087

5.30%

0.68%

30/04/2024

30/04/2029

60

Northern Territory Treasury

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.50%

0.67%

6/08/2021

15/12/2026

64

Northern Territory Treasury

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

1.50%

0.33%

14/07/2021

15/12/2026

65

Northern Territory Treasury

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.30%

0.67%

29/04/2021

15/06/2026

61

Northern Territory Treasury

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.00%

0.67%

30/11/2020

15/12/2025

60

Northern Territory Treasury

AA-

1,000,000

1,000,000

1.00%

0.33%

20/11/2020

15/12/2025

61

Northern Territory Treasury

AA-

2,000,000

2,000,000

1.00%

0.67%

21/10/2020

15/12/2025

62

Total Fixed Rate Bonds

 

20,513,798

20,548,275

1.70%

6.86%

 

 

 

Managed Funds

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

NSW Tcorp

NR

2,150,017

2,208,162

2.70%

0.74%

17/03/2014

1/11/2029

187

Total Managed Funds

 

2,150,017

2,208,162

2.70%

0.74%

 

 

 

TOTAL CASH ASSETS, CASH
EQUIVALENTS & INVESTMENTS

 

292,065,969

299,505,512

 

100.00%

 

 

 

 

 

Council’s investment portfolio is dominated by Term Deposits, equating to approximately 45% of the portfolio across a broad range of counterparties. Cash equates to 29%, with Floating Rate Notes (FRNs) around 18%, fixed rate bonds around 7% and growth funds around 1% of the portfolio.

 

 

Council’s investment portfolio is well diversified in complying assets across the entire credit spectrum. It is also well diversified from a rating perspective. Credit quality is diversified and is predominately invested amongst the investment grade Authorised Deposit-Taking Institutions (ADIs) (being BBB- or higher), with a smaller allocation to unrated ADIs.

All investments are within the defined Policy limits, as outlined in the Rating Allocation chart below:

Investment Portfolio Balance

 

Council’s investment portfolio balance increased over the past month, up from $292.07M to $299.51M. This increase is reflective of the second quarter rates instalments being due at the end of November.

 

 

Monthly Investment Movements

 

Redemptions/Sales – Council redeemed/sold the following investment securities during November 2024:

 

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

AMP Bank (BBB+) Term Deposit

$1M

12 months

5.40%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 2-year ING Bank term deposit (as below).

Australian Unity Bank (BBB+) Term Deposit

$1M

12 months

5.49%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 2-year ING Bank term deposit (as below).

Suncorp Bank (AA-) Term Deposit

$2M

12 months

5.46%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 12-month MyState Bank term deposit (as below).

ICBC (A) Term Deposit

$2M

5 years

2.03%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 2-year Hume Bank term deposit (as below).

ICBC (A) Term Deposit

$2M

5 years

1.83%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 12-month NAB Bank term deposit (as below).

Westpac Bank (AA-) Term Deposit

$2M

3 years

1.56%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 4-year ING Bank term deposit (as below).

AMP Bank (BBB+) Term Deposit

$1M

2 years

4.75%

This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 12-month ICBC term deposit (as below).

 

New Investments – Council purchased the following investment securities during November 2024:

 

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

ICBC (A) Term Deposit

$1M

12 months

5.20%

The ICBC rate of 5.20% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was 5.19%.

NAB (AA-) Term Deposit

$2M

12 months

5.11%

The NAB rate of 5.11% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was also 5.11%, which NAB being selected due to having a higher credit rating.

MyState Bank (BBB) Term Deposit

$2M

12 months

5.10%

The MyState Bank rate of 5.10% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was 5.09%.

Hume Bank (BBB+) Term Deposit

$2M

2 years

4.95%

The Hume Bank rate of 4.95% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was 4.94%.

ING Bank (A) Term Deposit

$2M

2 years

5.02%

The ING Bank rate of 5.02% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was 4.93%.

ING Bank (A) Term Deposit

$1M

2 years

5.00%

The ING Bank rate of 5.00% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was 4.89%.

ING Bank (A) Term Deposit

$2M

4 years

5.07%

The ING Bank rate of 5.07% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was 4.95%.

 

Rollovers – Council rolled over the following investment security during November 2024:

 

Institution and Type

Amount

Investment

Term

Interest

Rate

Comments

ING Bank (A) Term Deposit

$1M

2 years

4.90%

This term deposit was a 12-month investment earning 5.46% and was rolled at maturity into a new 2-year term deposit at 4.90%.

 

 

Monthly Investment Performance

 

Interest/growth/capital gains/(losses) for the month totalled $1,059,555, which compares favourably with the budget for the period of $590,254 - outperforming budget for the month by $469,301.

 

Council’s outperformance to budget for November is mainly due to better than budgeted returns on Councils investment portfolio as well as a higher than anticipated investment portfolio balance. This is a result of the recent movements in the cash rate made by the Reserve Bank of Australia, with the latest increase in early November 2023 bringing the cash rate to 4.35% from a record low of 0.10% in April 2022.

 

Council experienced a positive return on its NSW T-Corp Managed Fund for the month of November, with the fund returning +2.70% (or $58,145) as domestic (+3.79%) and international (+4.50%) shares rebounded strongly over the month.

 

 

In comparison to the AusBond Bank Bill Index* of 4.48% (annualised), Council’s investment portfolio returned 4.48% (annualised) for the month of November. This month’s performance was in line the benchmark return. Detracting from performance this month were the fixed assets (deposits and bonds), with a proportion of assets locked in prior to the unexpected RBA rate hike cycle.

 

On Cash and At‑Call accounts returned 4.35% (annualised) for the month. These funds are utilised for daily cash flow management and need to be available to meet operating and contractual payments as they fall due.

 

Over the past year, Council’s investment portfolio has returned 4.12%, marginally underperforming the AusBond Bank Bill index by -0.34%. Councils investment portfolio has continued to outperform the AusBond Bank Bill Index* over the longer-term time period, returning 3.07% per annum over the past 3 years – outperforming the benchmark by 0.01% over this time.

 

* The AusBond Bank Bill Index is the leading benchmark for the Australian fixed income market. It is interpolated from the RBA Cash rate, 1 month and 3-month Bank Bill Swap rates.

Report by Responsible Accounting Officer

I hereby certify that all of the above investments have been made in accordance with the provision of Section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993 and the regulations there under, and in accordance with the Investment Policy adopted by Council on 24 June 2024.

 

Carolyn Rodney

Responsible Accounting Officer

Policy and Legislation

Budget variations are reported in accordance with Council’s POL 052 Budget Policy.

 

Investments are reported in accordance with Council’s POL 075 Investment Policy.

 

Local Government Act 1993

Section 625 - How may councils invest?

 

Local Government (General) Regulation 2021

Section 212 - Reports on council investments

 

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Wagga Wagga City Council leads through engaged civic governance and is recognised and distinguished by its ethical decision-making, efficient management, innovation and quality customer service

Ensure transparency and accountability

 


 

Risk Management Issues for Council

This report is a control mechanism that assists in addressing the following potential risks to Council:

·        Loss of investment income or capital resulting from ongoing management of investments, especially during difficult economic times

·        Failure to demonstrate to the community that its funds are being expended in an efficient and effective manner

Internal / External Consultation

All relevant areas within Council have consulted with the Finance Division in relation to the budget variations listed in this report.

 

The Finance Division has consulted with relevant external parties to confirm Council’s investment portfolio balances.

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-5

 

RP-5               PROPOSED MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN COUNCIL AND THE WAGGA WAGGA SHOW SOCIETY

Author:         Carolyn Rodney 

 

Summary:

This report recommends Council enter into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Wagga Wagga Show Society.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       endorse the attached draft Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) 2025 to 2028 between Wagga Wagga City Council and the Wagga Wagga Show Society

b       delegate authority to the Mayor to sign the MOU on behalf of Council

Report

Council staff and the Wagga Wagga Show Society (Show Society) have recently been collaborating on the contents of a proposed MOU.

 

Under the MOU, the Show Society will be responsible for providing the residents of the Wagga local government area with the following:

 

·   A Local and Regional Emergency Evacuation Centre – for both people and animals

·   A Recovery Centre post Emergency Event

·   A sporting Field

·   A community facility up to five (5) times per year at no hire fee, provided it is not booked for an alternative hire

 

Council in return shall:

·   Assist the Show Society when required with letters of support for grant applications

·   Play a role as a critical link between the Show Society and other levels of government

 

Council will provide funding to the Show Society to the equivalent of 50% of their Bourke Street property rates, which at report writing equates to approximately $12K annually.

 

In previous years up to 2021, Council has provided the Show Society with a 50% reduction of their property rates on their Bourke Street property.  The proposed MOU will provide both the Show Society and Council with clear expectations on what is required from either party over the four-year MOU term.

 

The duration of the MOU is proposed to align with the elected body term of Council.

 

The new MOU will incorporate a requirement from the Show Society for annual reporting to Council of progress on their Strategic Plan objectives (attached to this report).

 


 

Financial Implications

The proposed $12K annual contribution to the Show Society for this 2024/25 financial year is proposed to be funded from the annual Section 356 Donations budget.

 

Due to the time it has taken to come to a proposed outcome with the Show Society, it is proposed to provide financial relief equivalent to 50% of the property rates for the 2021/22 – 2023/24 financial years, along with a waiver of the interest charges automatically accrued during this period on the property account.  This will be included in the 20 January 2025 Council meeting report papers.

Policy and Legislation

N/A

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Wagga Wagga City Council leads through engaged civic governance and is recognised and distinguished by its ethical decision-making, efficient management, innovation and quality customer service

Ensure transparency and accountability

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

The MOU includes provision for annual reporting on activities by the Show Society. In the event of expectations not being met, funding may be curtailed or suspended.

Internal / External Consultation

Discussions were held with representatives of the Show Society on progress to date and on the key themes for the future MOU prior to the preparation of this report.

 

A Councillor Workshop was held on 20 May 2024, where the Show Society presented their new Strategic Plan.

 

Attachments

 

1.

Draft MOU between WWCC and Wagga Wagga Show Society - 2025 to 2028

 

2.

Wagga Wagga Show Society Strategic Plan 2024-2029

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-5

 





Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-5

 







Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

RP-6

 

RP-6               QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

Author:          Scott Gray 

         

 

 

Summary:

This report is to list questions with notice raised by Councillors in accordance with Council’s Code of Meeting Practice.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council receive and note the report.

 

Report

The following questions with notice were received prior to the meeting, in accordance with the Code of Meeting Practice.

 

Councillor G Davies

 

Is the app ‘Trolley Tracker’ something the general public can utilise or is this app only for staff?

 

How do members of the public report abandon trolleys?

 

Is there a way Council can impose stricter enforcement for Trolley’s, for example making supermarkets have locks on all of trollies so they don’t leave the shopping vicinity in the first place. Does council have any regulatory powers to do this?

Is the app ‘Trolley Tracker’ something the general public can utilise or is this app only for staff?

Trolley Tracker can be accessed online or through an app by any member of the public at any time.

 

How do members of the public report abandon trolleys?

Community members who cannot or do not want to use Trolley Tracker can still contact Council to report abandoned trolleys. Reporting through Trolley Tracker is simple, with the user entering the location and number of trolleys and which store chain they belong to, adding any notes or photos if they want to. There is even a current promotion offering $1,000 in prizes each month for people reporting abandoned trolleys. Coles and Kmart trolleys can also be reported via telephone through 1800 TROLLEY (1800 876 553) though trolleys are all collected by the same local contractor. In addition, customers can use the Snap, Send Solve app to report abandoned trolley's as well as a range of other customer request types.

 

Is there a way Council can impose stricter enforcement for Trolley’s, for example making supermarkets have locks on all of trollies so they don’t leave the shopping vicinity in the first place. Does council have any regulatory powers to do this?

The Council could consider implementing stricter conditions on trolley use by including conditions in DAs; however, the Public Spaces Unattended Property Act 2021 does not contain provisions to allow the Council to require this kind of trolley containment system retrospectively. Stores can voluntarily opt in to these kinds of systems, and while trolley locks are a deterrent, the deposit of $1 does not prevent a trolley from being removed off site and abandoned.  

 

Councillor R Foley

 

Can we attend to the pedestrian crossing at the Wagga beach. It needs to be repainted.

The current pedestrian crossing was not approved for installation by the Local Traffic Committee.

 

The installation approved for this location is a Shared Wombat Crossing, as resolved by Council at its meeting on 8 May 2023.

 

Additionally, Council resolved at its meeting on 22 August 2022, to install two DDA-compliant (Disability Discrimination Act) Mobility Parking Spaces on the southern kerb of Johnston Street, east of the Church Street intersection.

 

These projects are not currently included in Council's works program for this financial year. Council will review the budget towards the end of the FY year to determine if funds can be allocated for completion within this financial year. If not, it will be scheduled for completion in the 2025/26 financial year.

 

Councillor R Foley

 

Can the General Manager provide an update on the changes announced by the Minns government relating to the Housing Development Authority (HDA)

The Mayor and General Manager met with the Minister for Planning, the Hon Paul Scully, on 22 November 2024. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss other issues; however Council raised the proposed Housing Development Authority.  Council expressed concern about how a rezoning decision could be made without the endorsement of the local government authority given the cost implication of servicing new residential release areas.  We emphasised that a poor decision by the NSW State Government could very easily lead a regional Council to financial ruin or to housing which has no access to services such as sewer. The Minister responded by indicating that rezoning in regional areas is not a focus for the Housing Development Authority and that application to use that authority will only be progressed at the discretion of the authority.

 

Councillor J McKinnon

 

Provide staff provide an update in relation to supplying a shade sail to the Humula Park.

The construction of a shade sail at Humula Park is identified for installation as a part of the program adopted within the Wagga Wagga Playground Strategy. 

 

This project is unfunded however grant funding is continually being sought to install shade sails at the playgrounds identified within the strategy.

 

Councillor A Parkins 

 

I’m just following up on a previous enquiry regarding the end of trip facility near the visitor information centre. I was approached by an organisation who enquired whether or not the facility could be used by homeless people at certain times and the organisation would monitor the facility, so they are not trashed. Can I get an update on whether or not an arrangement like this is possible?

More detailed discussions would need to be undertaken with the organisation requesting access to understand the operational requirements before this request could be determined.  If the contact details could be provided to staff an approach will be made.

 

Despite several other Government and Non-Government agencies already being funded to provide this service it might be possible for this arrangement to be implemented.  However, the proposed usage times, maintenance of the facility and the security arrangements (including appropriate notifications of any anti-social or illegal activities) would need to be identified and agreed prior to this occurring.   

 

Councillor L Tanner

 

Can Councillors have access to a live copy of the Capital Works schedule.

A copy as requested will be available on the Councillors SharePoint page following adoption of the Capital Works Program Reset.

 

Councillor L Tanner

 

Can Councillors be advised on plans to remediate Bourke Street between Red Hill Road and Fernleigh Road?

There are currently no plans to undertake remediation works on Bourke Street between Red Hill Road and Fernleigh Road during the 2024/25 financial year.

 

As a major arterial regional road, Bourke Street receives partial funding from the state government for upkeep. At this stage, Council focuses on general maintenance activities for the road. The allocated budget of approximately $1.8 million for regional roads in the LGA is used for general maintenance and minor heavy patching works across the 176 km regional road network.

 

While Bourke Street is on Councils radar; however, due to the complex nature of the kerb, gutters, trees, and drainage issues, a strategic overview of the Bourke Street Road corridor is required.

 

Council is currently conducting surveillance across the road network to identify roads requiring attention in the 2024/25 or 2025/26 financial year.

 

Council has prioritised improvements to the arterial road network, including major works on Lake Albert Road, Kooringal Road, Red Hill Road, and Copland Street to name a few.

 

Bourke Street is a crucial arterial road and the work required is at a significant cost requiring more than the general road budget there needs to be a budget for this particular corridor to improve it.

 

In summary, Council would need to work out a longer-term plan and tackling small sections year by year to make it more palatable to the budget.

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

Code of Meeting Practice

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Our community is informed and actively engaged in decision making and problem-solving to shape the future of Wagga Wagga

Ensure our community feels heard and understood

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

N/A

Internal / External Consultation

N/A

 

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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Committee Minutes

M-1                 LOCAL TRAFFIC COMMITTEE MINUTES - 14 NOVEMBER 2024

Author:         Warren Faulkner 

 

Summary:

An E-Meeting of the Local Traffic Committee was held for its Ordinary Meeting on 14 November 2024 that considered two formal reports.

 

All members of the committee responded via e-mail and were unanimously in favour of the Officers recommendation.  The Committee recommendations are all provided for the resolution of Council.

 

Draft minutes of the meeting have been sent to the Committee members for their feedback/comments.  A copy of the draft minutes are attached for the information of the Council.

 

 

 

Recommendation

That Council:

a       receive the minutes of the Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on 14 November 2024

b       note the schedule of meeting dates for the 2025 calendar year as outlined in the report

c        approve the line marking at the Glenfield/Fernleigh Roundabout as per Council Plan Registration C2186 Sheet Number 008 Issue E dated 2 July 2024

 

Report

The Traffic Committee met via an E-Meeting on 14 November 2024 and considered two (2) reports.  A summary of each report is as follows:

 

RP-1       2025 Meeeting schedule

 

The following schedule of meeting dates is proposed for the 2025 calendar year for the Local Traffic Committee:

·    Thursday 23 January 2025 - 9:00am, Civic Centre Wedge Room

·    Thursday 6 March 2025 - 9:00am, Civic Centre Wedge Room

·    Thursday 8 May 2025 - 9:00am, Civic Centre Wedge Room

·    Thursday 17 July 2025 - 9:00am, Civic Centre Wedge Room

·    Thursday 4 September 2025 - 9:00am, Civic Centre Wedge Room

·    Thursday 6 November 2025 - 9:00am, Civic Centre Wedge Room

 

RP-2       New Line Marking at Glenfield Road / Fernleigh Road Roundabout - GLENFIELD PARK

 

Council has recently undertaken works to reconstruct the pavement of the Glenfield/Fernleigh Roundabout. These works include the adjustment of the Northwest and Southwest kerb returns, to address constraints in the roundabout geometry, limiting access for B-doubles down Fernleigh Road (Westbound).

 

As part of these works, it is proposed to rationalise the delineation of the roundabout. The current system consists of a dedicated right-turn lane in the Northbound and Southbound approaches to the roundabout, whereas the Eastbound and Westbound approaches consist of a dedicated left turn. It is proposed to rationalise the approaches by delineating a dedicated right-turn on all approaches. All other linemarking remains unchanged.

 

The existing arrangement is shown in the following aerial image.

NGlenfield RoadGlenfield RoadFernleigh RoadFernleigh Road

 


 

The new arrangement proposed is as follows:

Financial Implications

There are no additional financial implications for Council in resolving to accept the recommendations of the Local Traffic Committee as presented.

Policy and Legislation

Roads Act 1993

Transport Administration Act 1998 – Delegations to Councils, regulation of traffic

TfNSW – A guide to the delegation to Councils for the regulation of traffic

Australian Standards

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Our community is informed and actively engaged in decision making and problem-solving to shape the future of Wagga Wagga

Communicate with our community

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

There are no risk management issues for Council in resolving to accept the recommendations of the Local Traffic Committee as presented.

Internal / External Consultation

N/A

 

Attachments

 

1.

Draft Local Traffic Committee Meeting Minutes - 14 November 2024

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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M-2                 FLOODPLAIN RISK MANAGEMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE - 7 NOVEMBER 2024

Author:          Andrew Mason 

Executive:    Warren Faulkner

         

 

Summary:

The Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee (FRMAC) is an advisory Committee of Council. This Report seeks that Council endorse the recommendations made by the Committee at its meeting held on 7 November 2024.

 

 

Recommendation

That Council receive and note the minutes of the Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee Meeting held on 7 November 2024.

 

Report

The Minutes of the Floodplain Risk Management Advisory Committee Meeting held on 7 November 2024 are presented to Council for consideration. Below is a summary of items considered at the meeting.

 

RP-1     2021-22-FM-0032 – Uranquinty levee upgrade – Investigation and Design

 

Royal Haskoning DHV (RHDHV) have completed the preliminary design and conducted their first and second rounds of community consultation in Uranquinty. The second round of community consultation was conducted on the 13th August 2024 at Uranquinty in conjunction with the Uranquinty Progress Association.

 

Council officers are investigating changing the alignment of the eastern levee so that it protects land that is zoned RU5 to allow for village expansion. The revised levee alignment has the potential to protect approximately 6.5 hectares of flood prone land.

 

RP-2   2023 FMP 0073 Early Warning system model development

 

This project is a development of a recommendation from the 2018 FRMSP.  An initial project was completed by Stantec and this has been developed into a specific and targeted approach to improve accessibility to flood and river data for the Council, the SES and the general public.  The approach is to enhance and improve existing Council systems and work collaboratively with the SES and BOM to improve access to data across the LGA and the wider catchment.  The aim is improve and enhance existing Council software (WaterRide) to provide the necessary outcomes for this project.

 

RP-3 2018-19-fm-0071 North wagga flood mitigation options

 

This project has been finalised and closed out with DCCEEW.

 


 

An indicative timeline for the implementation of the raised levee and third party mitigation options is provided below.

 

Stage

Duration

Commencement

Topographic Survey

6 months

August 2024

Environmental Assessment

4 months

November 2024

Floodgate Pipe Relining

3 Months

March 2025

Civil Design including mitigation options for residents adversely affected by the levee raising

12-15 months

July 2025

Levee contractor procurement

4 months

November 2026

Levee construction

24 months

March 2027

 

A new project specifically about the implementation of the levee raising and third-party mitigation options will be developed and adopted by Council. This project will be reported on at the next meeting of FRMAC in 2025.

 

RP-4     2021-22-fm-0024 glenfield drain and flowerdale storage flood mitigation works

 

To ensure the MOFFS model is providing more reliable outputs and reflects more accurately overland flood behaviours, Lyall and associates recommended that the 2021 model provided to them be updated to:

·    Reduce the cell size to 2.5 m (from 5 m) to more accurately define the capacity of the overland flow paths.

·    Incorporate additional stormwater pits and pipes, particularly in the headwaters of the study area to ensure that the rate and volume of runoff that discharges to each detention basin is accurately represented.

·    Update the location where the discharge hydrographs are injected into the TUFLOW model.

 

In addition to the above, The consultant also anticipated that it would be necessary to update the way buildings are represented in the model and the invert levels of the already modelled piped drainage system.

 

A variation to the contract was approved in February 2024 to update the model.

 

The consultant has advised that their program is currently running about a fortnight out of sync with the revised timeline submitted to the 15 February 2024 FRMAC meeting, however they should still be able to complete this project in July 2025.

 

RP-5     2021-22-fm-0039 lake albert flood mitigation options-feasibility study

 

From the consultant, completed tasks to date:

·    Data review and FRMS&P model review, summarised in a Stage 1 report

·    Initial environmental assessment summarised in a draft summary report

·    Initial stakeholder consultation with directly affected organisations (boat club, sailing club, country club and dragon boat club) completed on 1 and 2 August, attended by Council and Stantec

·    Council has provided survey data to calibrate LiDar information to existing channel centrelines

 

Using feedback from these initial stakeholder discussions completed recently, we can proceed with initial review and update of preliminary design. Next steps include:

·    Initial community consultation, to commence in the next several months, consultation materials have been drafted

·    Preliminary design of combined option and updated flood modelling

·    Site investigations including Geotech investigations and utilities assessment

 

The interaction of this project with both the Plumpton Rd upgrade and River to the Lake project will cause some minor disruption but should not delay the outcome of this analysis.

 

 

RP-6    2022-fmp-0103 humula and mangoplah flood studies

 

Council engaged WMAwater in late September 2023, to undertake the Humula and Mangoplah Flood Study. 

 

The relevant LiDar data has been provided to WMAWater for development of the flood models.

 

WMAWater have built hydrologic models for both towns and have a hydraulic model for Mangoplah.  Calibration for Mangoplah has commenced. The hydraulic model build for Humula is ongoing.

 

Community Consultation was conducted at Humula on the 4 September 24 and Humula on the 5 September 2024.

 

RP-7    reconnecting river country program

 

A report was provided to the FRMAC at its 8 August 2024 meeting that provided an overview of the Reconnecting River Country Program.

 

The program is in development.  No flows have been delivered under the program and no decision has been made to select a flow option.  No higher environmental flows will be delivered before December 2026.

 

The program is funded to prepare a Murrumbidgee Final Business Case by February 2025.  This will recommend a flow option for delivery.  The Final Business Case must be considered before proceeding to delivery.

 

In July 2024, funding was announced to upgrade a 1.5km section of Mundowy Lane to be resilient to flows up to 45 GL/day.

 


 

RP-8   local regional risk reduction stream – levee pump augmentation

 

Stantec have completed extensive analysis of the four floodgates and determined that floodgates 8 and 25 are a priority. They have completed damage assessments across the two catchments to enable the determination of a BCR balanced across the risk appetite, time of inundation, capital cost of the pumps and required infrastructure, and perceived utilisation of the pumps under flood conditions.

 

The detailed analysis from Stantec has provided a preliminary design at each location for a pump and pit structure. It has provided specific information about floodgate 8 which will be incorporated into the Incarnie stormwater project and the upgrade of floodgate 7.

 

The pump required to remove the water in a timely manner from floodgate 25 is too large and expensive to be cost effective. The next stage of this project is for Council staff to determine an appropriate mitigation option for the catchment of floodgate 25 that may include significant onsite detention and appropriate more cost-effective pump options.

 

Stantec have also been developing an inundation model for the area around gate 25 for when the Kooringal Road Spillway comes into effect in a 0.20% AEP event.

 

RP-9 FLOOD project implementation status

Council has over 60 recommendations from the three recently completed studies and is working its way through the studies. Council staff track and update the implementation of these various projects through the spreadsheet.

 

Financial Implications

N/A

Policy and Legislation

The outcomes from the various studies will be critical in the terms of future amendments to the Council Local Environmental Plan and its Development Control Plan.

 

Link to Strategic Plan

Community leadership and collaboration

Objective: Wagga Wagga has strong community leadership and a shared vision for the future

Our leaders represent our community

 

Risk Management Issues for Council

No specific issues identified.


 

Internal / External Consultation

NSW Department of Planning and Environment (DPIE) (previously the Office of Environment and Heritage) has been heavily consulted throughout the process of planning and executing these projects. DPIE is the responsible funding body and receives quarterly status update reports.

 

 

Attachments

 

1.

FRMAC Minutes - 7 November 2024

 

 

 


Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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Report submitted to the Confidential Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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Confidential Mayoral Minutes

MM-CONF-1 MAYORAL MINUTE - electricity supply infrastructure ON PUBLIC land

 

This report is CONFIDENTIAL in accordance with Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, which permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to the following: -

(c)          information that would, if disclosed, confer a commercial advantage on a person with whom the Council is conducting (or proposes to conduct) business.

 

 


Report submitted to the Confidential Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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Confidential Reports

CONF-1         2024/25 PAVEMENT IN-SITU STABILISATION AND ASPHALT WEARING COURSE PROGRAM

Author:         Jamie Harwood 

Executive:    Henry Pavitt

 

This report is CONFIDENTIAL in accordance with Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, which permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to the following: -

(d) (i)     commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed, prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.        

 

 


Report submitted to the Confidential Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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CONF-2         RFT CT2025023 KILLICK'S BRIDGE REPLACEMENT DESIGN & CONSTRUCT

Author:         Andrew Mason 

Executive:    Warren Faulkner

 

This report is CONFIDENTIAL in accordance with Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, which permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to the following: -

(d) (i)     commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed, prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.        

 

 


Report submitted to the Confidential Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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CONF-3         PROPOSED LEASE FROM AUSTRALIAN RAIL TRACK CORPORATION - URANQUINTY REST STOP

Author:         Matthew Dombrovski 

Executive:    Fiona Piltz

 

This report is CONFIDENTIAL in accordance with Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, which permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to the following: -

(d) (i)     commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed, prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.        

 

 


Report submitted to the Confidential Meeting of Council on Monday 16 December 2024

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CONF-4         TECHNOLOGYONE ENTERPRISE RESOURCE PLANNING (ERP) SOFTWARE SOLUTION – DIRECT NEGOTIATIONS

Author:         Reece Hamblin 

Executive:    Scott Gray

 

This report is CONFIDENTIAL in accordance with Section 10A(2) of the Local Government Act 1993, which permits the meeting to be closed to the public for business relating to the following: -

(d) (i)     commercial information of a confidential nature that would, if disclosed, prejudice the commercial position of the person who supplied it.        

 

 

 

 


Reports submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council to be held on Monday 16 December 2024.