Agenda of Ordinary Meeting of Council

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 23 June 2025

RP-1

Reports from Staff

RP-1 PROPOSED PLANNING PROPOSAL TO FACILITATE AN AMENDMENT TO WAGGA WAGGA LOCAL ENVIRONMENTAL PLAN 2010 CLAUSE 5.4 (9) SECONDARY DWELLINGS ON LAND OTHER THAN LAND IN A RURAL ZONE AND CLAUSE 5.5 CONTROLS RELATING TO SECONDARY DWELLINGS ON LAND IN A RURAL ZONE

Author: Fiona Hamilton

General Manager: Peter Thompson

Summary:

This report recommends the preparation of a Planning Proposal, as detailed in this report, which will expand the options currently available to landowners in permissible zones for the development of secondary dwellings and may stimulate the development of a more affordable and diversified housing supply, whilst encouraging efficient growth patterns through infill development where the majority of infrastructure services are already in place.

The Planning Proposal will seek to facilitate an amendment to Clause 5.4(9)(b) and Clause 5.5(a)(ii) of the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 to increase the maximum floor space area of secondary dwellings from 33% of the size of the principal dwelling to 65% of the size of the principal dwelling on both rural and non-rural land where secondary dwellings are a permissible land use.

Recommendation

That Council:

a endorses the preparation of a Planning Proposal, as detailed in this report; and

i forwards it to the Minister for Planning seeking an Amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 and requests that a Gateway Determination be issued, including the delegation of Plan making powers, so as to enable the public exhibition of the Planning Proposal pursuant to the EP&A Act 1979; and

ii upon receipt of a Gateway Determination under Section 3.34 of the EP&A Act 1979, Council places the Planning Proposal and any supporting material on public exhibition pursuant to any requirements of the Gateway Determination and Schedule 1, clause 4 of the EP&A Act 1979; and

iii should no objections be received, furnishes a copy of this report and other relevant information to the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment and/or NSW Parliamentary Counsels Office, in accordance with the EP&A Act 1979, and requests the Minister for Planning (or a delegate on their behalf) undertake the appropriate actions to secure the making of the amendment to the WLEP 2010.

Report

This report proposes preparation of a Proposed Planning Proposal that will request an amendment to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 (WWLEP2010).

The overall intent of the secondary dwelling provisions is to add to the range of residential housing opportunities reflective of the future demographic profile of the city and allow for a relative/s or an unrelated person(s) to live in their own home adjacent to and within the curtilage of a main dwelling on a block of land.

Under the current provisions of the WWLEP2010 secondary dwellings are a permissible land use in the following land use zones:

• R1 General Residential

• R3 Medium Density Residential

• R5 large Lot Residential

• MU1 Mixed Use

• C4 Environmental Living

Land other than land in a rural zone

• RU1 Primary Production

• RU2 Rural Landscape

• RU4 Primary Production Small Lots

• RU5 Villages

Rural zones

Definitions:

Secondary dwelling means a self-contained dwelling that:

(a) is established in conjunction with another dwelling (the principal dwelling), and

(b) is on the same lot of land as the principal dwelling, and

Note - clauses 5.4 and 5.5 of WWLEP2010 provide controls relating to the total floor area of secondary dwellings.

Principal dwelling means the largest dwelling house on a lot, measured by gross floor area.

Rural worker’s dwelling means a building or place that is additional to a dwelling house on the same lot and that is used predominantly as a place of residence by persons employed, whether on a long-term or short-term basis, for the purpose of agriculture or a rural industry on that land.

A lot on which a secondary dwelling is constructed cannot be subdivided so as to separate the secondary dwelling from the principal dwelling.

The development of a secondary dwelling can only result in there being one principal dwelling and one secondary dwelling on the site, meaning approval of a secondary dwelling cannot result in there being on the land any dwelling other than the principal dwelling and the secondary dwelling. This means that there can only be one other dwelling on the land with the secondary dwelling. A secondary dwelling may not be on land where a dual occupancy, residential flat building, or rural workers dwelling exists.

Current controls:

The clauses within the WWLEP 2010 which provide controls for secondary dwellings are described below.

The controls currently adopted in the WWLEP2010 for secondary dwellings in residential zones are as follows:

WWLEP2010 Clause 5.4(9) Secondary dwellings on land other than land in a rural zone

If development for the purposes of a secondary dwelling is permitted under this Plan on land other than land in a rural zone, the total floor area of the dwelling, excluding any area used for parking, must not exceed whichever of the following is the greater:

(a) 60 square metres,

(b) 33% of the total floor area of the principal dwelling.

Clause 5.4(9) is a compulsory clause of the LEP. However, whilst Part (a) is stipulated by the Standard Instrument and cannot be amended, part (b) is an optional percentage that can be individually selected by councils.

The controls currently adopted in the WWLEP2010 for secondary dwellings in rural zones are as follows:

WWLEP2010 Clause 5.5 Controls relating to secondary dwellings on land in a rural zone

If development for the purposes of a secondary dwelling is permitted under this Plan on land in a rural zone

(a) the total floor area of the dwelling, excluding any area used for parking, must not exceed whichever of the following is the greater:

(i) 60 square metres,

(ii) 33% of the total floor area of the principal dwelling, and

(b) [Not adopted]

Clause 5.5 is an optional clause of the WWLEP2010, Council opted to adopt part of the clause only. Section (b) relates to the distance between the principal dwelling and the secondary dwelling and was not adopted by Council.

As Clause 5.5(b) is not currently adopted, the location of dwellings, including secondary dwellings, in rural zones is currently controlled under the provisions of the WWDCP2010, section 8.3 Rural Dwellings as included below:

C9 Rural workers dwellings and secondary dwellings should:

• be situated on the same legal title as the principal farm dwelling

• share the same road access, power and communication infrastructure as the principal farm dwelling (as should secondary dwellings)

• be located within reasonable proximity to other farm buildings (e.g. within 300 m), and,

• be appropriately separated from farm boundaries and potentially conflicting land uses (e.g. intensive livestock operations, livestock yards, dairies and the like)

Background Analysis:

In Wagga Wagga 107 secondary dwellings were approved over the 14 years from 2010-2024 (approximately 8 per annum), this is compared to 220 dual occupancies over the same period.

Interviews conducted with urban planners at five regional local governments in NSW highlighted that Bathurst, Dubbo and Orange are approving a significantly higher number of secondary dwellings each year.

	Albury	Armidale*	Bathurst	Dubbo	Tamworth	Orange	Wagga Wagga
Typical number of secondary dwellings per annum	10	10	25	30	Not available	34	8
Max Floor Area sqm	60sqm	60sqm	60sqm	60sqm	60sqm	60sqm	60sqm
Max Floor Area % of principal	25%	30%	20%	65%	25%	50%	33%
Rural Max Floor Area	100sqm	NA	60sqm	60sqm	130sqm	60sqm	60sqm
Rural Max Floor Area % of principal	30%	NA	20%	65%	25%	50%	33%
Rural Max Separation Distance from principal	NA	NA	50m	100m	100m	60m	NA

*Secondary dwellings not permissible in rural zones in Armidale.

Further analysis of existing approved secondary dwellings and their principal dwellings revealed the following:

Zone	R1/R3	R5/RU1
Lot Sizes	550-800 sqm	2000-14000 sqm
Principal dwelling size	120-250 sqm	100-450 sqm
Secondary dwelling size	<60 sqm	60-140 sqm

The analysis also determined that in Wagga Wagga we are typically seeing two styles of secondary dwelling, being single storey and 2-storey construction, with the secondary dwelling above a garage. Approximately 65% of secondary dwelling approvals have been 1-bedroom and 35% 2-bedroom.

Justification:

With principle dwelling sizes averaging between 100 – 450 sq m, the 33% restriction in 5.4(9)(b) and 5.5(a(ii) allows secondary dwellings of a maximum of 60 sq m for all principal dwellings below 181.81 sq m.

The blue cells in the table below highlight instances where secondary dwelling size can increase beyond 60m2 under the current controls compared to the proposed 65% floor area ratio control.

Under the current floor area controls landowners with smaller, more modest, established homes (up to 181.81m2) are limited to a maximum secondary dwelling size of 60m2.

Principal Dwelling Floor Area	Current Control for Secondary Dwelling (33%)	Amended Control for Secondary Dwelling (65%)
90m2	60m2	60m2
95m2	60m2	61.75m2
100m2	60m2	65m2
120m2	60m2	78m2
150m2	60m2	97.5m2
180m2	60m2	117m2
200m2	66m2	130m2
300m2	99m2	195m2
450m2	148.5m2	292.5m2

By way of comparison the Low-Rise Housing Diversity Design Guide provides the minimum sizes for dual occupancies and terrace houses and requires the following minimum internal area sizes, all being above 60m2 with the exception of a studio:

Apartment Type	Minimum internal area
Studio	Not defined
1 bedroom	65sqm
2 bedroom	90sqm
3 bedroom	115sqm

For larger principal dwellings this would allow greater flexibility in design for the secondary dwelling.

Should Council adopt the proposed 65% floor area ratio, there is flexibility for landowners to develop secondary dwellings that will cater to a broader range of uses of living beyond that of a studio style accommodation.

Example secondary dwelling floor plans are depicted below:

In addition to the floor area ratio controls, the size of the secondary dwelling is also regulated through site cover controls.

Site cover controls within the WWDCP2010 restrict the proportion of land which may be built upon.

· Site cover is the proportion of a site that is occupied by buildings, garages and other structures.

· Site cover does not include basements, area under eaves, unenclosed decks, balconies, swimming pools, tennis courts or the like.

The floor area ratio ensues an appropriate relationship between the principal and the secondary dwelling is maintained and the lot size and site cover controls ensure that excessively large dwellings are prevented, and amenity is also maintained.

Development Control Plan - Rural Zones:

In rural zones, secondary dwellings may be built to accommodate a second generation of the same farming family, farm retirees or for farm workers and they may also play a role in housing other rural or regional workers not working on the farm such as agribusiness professionals and also provide an option for affordable rental for lower-moderate income earners in these communities.

Staff will bring a report to a future meeting of Council recommending changes to the Development Control Plan 2010, namely amending Section 8.3, Control 9 to remove suggested distances of secondary dwellings to principal dwellings in permissible rural zones.

The removal of the recommended distance of the principal dwelling to other farm buildings will provide landowners with greater flexibility to locate secondary dwellings in areas on their land to suit operational or family needs.

Given the development of a secondary dwelling can only result in there being one principal dwelling and one secondary dwelling on the site and the secondary dwelling cannot be subdivided this will mitigate the risk of further land fragmentation in rural zones.

Current control:

C9 Rural workers dwellings and secondary dwellings should:

• be situated on the same legal title as the principal farm dwelling

• share the same road access, power and communication infrastructure as the principal farm dwelling (as should secondary dwellings)

• be located within reasonable proximity to other farm buildings (e.g. within 300 m), and,

• be appropriately separated from farm boundaries and potentially conflicting land uses (e.g. intensive livestock operations, livestock yards, dairies and the like)

Suggested Future Amendment:

C9 Rural workers dwellings and secondary dwellings should:

• be situated on the same legal title as the principal farm dwelling

• share the same road access, power and communication infrastructure as the principal farm dwelling (as should secondary dwellings), and;

• be appropriately separated from farm boundaries and potentially conflicting land uses (e.g. intensive livestock operations, livestock yards, dairies and the like).

Additionally, the WWLEP2010 contains objectives for each zone, which must be addressed in consideration of any proposed development.

Conclusion:

A Planning Proposal facilitating the proposed amendments to the Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010 will expand the options currently available to landowners in permissible zones for the development of secondary dwellings which may stimulate the development of a more affordable and diversified housing supply, whilst encouraging efficient growth patterns through infill development where the majority of infrastructure services are already in place.

In rural zones where secondary dwellings are a permissible land use, the Planning Proposal may provide for larger secondary dwellings that may be more suitable to accommodate a second generation of the same farming family or provide further opportunities for rental income.

It is therefore recommended that Council endorses the preparation of a Planning Proposal which:

· Amends Clause 5.4(9)(b) to increase the maximum floor area of a secondary dwelling on land other than land in a rural zone from 33% of the floor area of the principal dwelling to 65% of the size of the principal dwelling.

· Amends Clause 5.5(a)(ii) to increase the maximum floor area of a secondary dwelling on land other than land in a rural zone from 33% of the floor area of the principal dwelling to 65% of the size of the principal dwelling.

Financial Implications

As this is a Council led planning proposal, the preparation of this planning proposal will be funded from within existing operational budgets.

Policy and Legislation

Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979

Wagga Wagga Local Strategic Planning Statement – Wagga Wagga 2040

Wagga Wagga Local Environmental Plan 2010

Wagga Wagga Development Control Plan 2010

Link to Strategic Plan

Growing Economy

Objective: Wagga Wagga is an attractive location for people to live, work and invest

Attract and support local businesses, industry, and employment opportunities

Risk Management Issues for Council

Stimulating the development of a more affordable and diversified housing supply, whilst encouraging efficient growth patterns through infill development while maintaining liveability, sense of community and local identity.

Internal / External Consultation

Relevant internal and external consultation will be completed as part of the preparation of the proposed planning proposal and it’s assessment.

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

Consult

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 23 June 2025

RP-2

RP-2 INTEGRATED PLANNING AND REPORTING (IP&R) - ADOPTION OF DOCUMENTS

Author: Scott Gray

Summary:

This report addresses Council’s obligations in ensuring legislative compliance and meeting the requirements of the Office of Local Government in adopting and implementing the Integrated Planning and Reporting Framework.

Recommendation

That Council:

a adopt the Delivery Program 2025/2029 and Operational Plan 2025/26

b adopt the Fees and Charges for the financial year 2025/26

c adopt the Long Term Financial Plan 2025/26

d adopt the Asset Management Strategy and Asset Management Plans

e adopt the Workforce Resourcing Strategy

f sets the interest on overdue rates and charges for 2025/26, in accordance with Section 566(3) of the Local Government Act 1993 at 10.5% per annum calculated on a daily simple interest basis.

g makes and levy the following Rates and Annual Charges for 2025/26:

i Residential – City and Suburbs rate of 0.666133 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable lands situated in the centres of population defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, excluding Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $841.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate

ii Residential – Other rate of 0.371356 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value in respect of all rateable land within the Council’s area, which, in the Council’s opinion, is land which:

(a) is not less than two (2) hectares and not more than 40 hectares in area

(b) is either:

(i) not zoned or otherwise designated for use under an environmental planning instrument

(ii) zoned or otherwise designated for use under such an environmental planning instrument for non-urban purposes

Excludes Business - City and Suburbs land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $376.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

iii Residential – Villages rate of 0.382762 cents in the dollar in terms of Sections 516 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, calculated on the land value of all rateable land situated in the centres of population defined as the villages of San Isidore, Gumly Gumly, Tarcutta, Humula, Uranquinty, Mangoplah, Oura, Currawarna, Ladysmith, Galore, Collingullie, Belfrayden and North Wagga excluding Business - Villages and Rural land, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 518 of the Local Government Act 1993, Residential (Other) land as defined, and also Farmland, rated in accordance with the provisions of Section 515 of the Local Government Act, within such centres of population

A minimum rate of $313.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

iv Business - City and Suburbs rate of 1.366905 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable non-residential land, which cannot be classified as residential, or farmland land in the centres of population defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the Village of Forest Hill, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993

A minimum rate of $804.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

v Business - Villages and Rural rate of 0.334717 cents in the dollar calculated on the land value of all rateable land in the Council’s area, in terms of Sections 518 and 529 of the Local Government Act 1993, excluding lands defined as Business - City and Suburbs, Residential, and Farmland

A minimum rate of $132.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

vi Farmland rate of 0.127279 cents in the dollar, calculated on the land value of all rateable land, which, in Council’s opinion, qualifies as farmland as defined in Section 515 of the Local Government Act 1993

A minimum rate of $362.00 for each parcel of land as prescribed under Section 548 of the Local Government Act 1993 shall apply to this rate.

vii Sewerage Services Annual Charge of $664.00 per dwelling unit. Multiple residence properties are charged at $664.00 per residence, for all residences, and non-strata title residential premises on a single allotment (flats/units) situated within the Council’s centres of population, capable of being connected to the sewerage service scheme except when excluded by specific council policy, such charge being made in terms of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

viii Non Residential Sewer Charges

Access charge based on each and every meter connection per non-residential allotment for all non-residential premises and non-residential allotments situated within the Council’s centres of population, capable of being connected to the sewerage service scheme except when excluded by specific council policy, such charge being made in terms of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993.

Access charge based on Meter size for 2025/26 is as follows:

20mm	$199.00
25mm	$311.00
32mm	$509.00
40mm	$796.00
50mm	$1,244.00
80mm	$3,184.00
100mm	$4,975.00
150mm	$11,194.00

Non Residential includes:

(a) Non-residential strata

(b) Small community property

(d) land that belongs to a religious body and is occupied and used in connection with:

(i) a church or other building used or occupied for public worship

(ii) a building used or occupied for the purpose of religious teaching or training

(e) land that belongs to and is occupied and used in connection with a school (being a government school or non-government school within the meaning of the Education Reform Act 1990 or a school in respect of which a certificate of exemption under section 78 of that Act is in force), including:

(i) a playground that belongs to and is used in connection with the school; and

(ii) land that belongs to a public benevolent institution or public charity and is used or occupied by the institution or charity for the purposes of the institution or charity

(f) land that belongs to a public hospital

(g) land that is vested in the Minister for Health, the Health Administration Corporation or the New South Wales Health Foundation

(h) land that is vested in a university, or a university college, and is used or occupied by the university or college solely for its purposes

Usage charge

Per kl usage charge of $2.72 per kl will apply to all Non Residential Sewer customers except excluded by specific Council Policy, such charge being made in accordance with Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993.

ix Pressure Sewer Scheme – Annual pump maintenance charge (rural residential and villages). An additional sewerage service charge of $205.00 per pump for all premises connected to the sewerage system via a pressure service for the maintenance and replacement of the pump unit as necessary

x Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $447.00 per service on a per occupancy basis per annum for a service rendered in the centres of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xi Domestic Waste Management Service Charge Rural Residential of $447.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising a waste collection service managed by Council, but outside Council’s defined waste collection service areas charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xii Domestic Waste Management Annual Charge of $72.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising an upgraded general waste bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xiii Domestic Waste Management Annual Charge of $79.00 per service to be applied to all properties utilising an upgraded recycling bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xiv Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $47.00 for each parcel of rateable undeveloped land not receiving a service within the scavenging areas of the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, such charge being levied in accordance with the provisions of Sections 496 of the Local Government Act 1993

xv Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $149.00 for each additional domestic bin, being an additional domestic bin provided over and above the three bins already provided by the service, rendered in the centres of population, and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993. On application, depending on individual circumstances, this fee may be waived.

xvi Domestic Waste Scheduled Off Week Pickup Service Charge of $593.00 per general waste bin for each domestic service within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in addition to the Domestic Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993.

xvii Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $447.00 per service per annum, for a two-bin commercial waste service rendered in the centre of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xviii Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $224.00 per service per annum, for a one-bin commercial waste service rendered in the centre of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xix Commercial Waste Management Service Charge of $149.00 for each additional commercial bin, being an additional bin provided over and above the bin/s already provided by the service, rendered in the centres of population and within the scavenging areas defined as the City of Wagga Wagga and the villages of North Wagga Wagga, Gumly Gumly, Forest Hill, Kapooka, Tarcutta, Mangoplah, Oura, Ladysmith, Brucedale, Uranquinty, Bomen and Cartwrights Hill, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xx Commercial Waste Management Annual Charge of $81.00 per service to be applied to all commercial properties utilising an upgraded recycling bin in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxi Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $587.00 per bin for each commercial service with 1-2 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxii Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $317.00 per bin for each commercial service with 3-5 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxiii Urban Area: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $242.00 per bin for each commercial service with over 5 bins onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxiv Rural Areas and Villages: Scheduled Off Week Commercial Pickup Service Charge of $587.00 per bin for each commercial service onsite, charged in addition to the Commercial Waste Management Service Charge in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993

xxv Multi Unit Developments (Non-Strata) Domestic Waste Management Service Charge of $447.00 for each unit charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 496 of the Local Government Act 1993. For the purposes of Council’s Fees and Charges the definition of Multi-Unit developments (Non-Strata) involves the development of three or more residential units on a site at a higher density than general housing development. On application and approval by Council, In lieu of the standard charge for each unit, property owners can elect to vary the quantity and size of bins. Each premise must be supplied with a suite of bins to address general waste, recycling and food and garden waste which are applied to your rates on a pro-rata basis, charged in accordance with the provisions of Section 501 of the Local Government Act 1993 as per below:

660L Recycling Bin – Collected fortnightly - $739.00

660L General Waste Bin – Collected fortnightly - $827.00

1100L Recycling Bin – Collected fortnightly - $928.00

1100L General Waste Bin – Collected fortnightly - $1,016.00

240L FOGO Bin – Collected fortnightly - $149.00

240L Recycling Bin – Collected fortnightly - $149.00

240L General Waste Bin – Collected fortnightly - $149.00

360L Recycling Bin – Collected fortnightly - $228.00

xxvi Multi Unit Developments Wheel Out Wheel In (WOWI) Services Charge of $265.00 per occupancy. For the purposes of Council’s Fees and Charges the definition of Multi-Unit developments (Non-Strata) involves the development of three or more residential units, including Strata and Non-Strata properties, on a site at a higher density than general housing development. On application, this service may be available to individual properties. Depending on individual circumstances, this fee may be waived.

xxvii Stormwater Management Service Charges

Stormwater Management Service charges will be applicable for all urban properties (i.e. residential and business) as referenced below with the following exceptions in accordance with the Division of Local Government (DLG) Stormwater Management Service Charge Guidelines dated July 2006:

· Non rateable land

· Crown Land

· Council Owned Land

· Land held under lease for private purposes granted under the Housing Act 2001 or the Aboriginal Housing Act 1998

· Vacant Land

· Rural Residential or Rural Business land not located in a village, town or city

· Land belonging to a charity and public benevolent institutions

(a) Residential Stormwater Management Service Charge of $25.00 per residential property levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(b) Residential Medium/High Density Stormwater Management Service Charge of $12.50 per occupancy: Residential Strata, Community Title, Multiple Occupancy properties (flats and units), and Retirement Village style developments. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(c) Business Stormwater Management Service Charge of $25.00 per business property. Properties are charged on a basis of $25.00 per 350 square metres of land area. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

(d) Business Medium/High Density Stormwater Management Service Charge of $5.00 per occupancy - Business Strata and Multiple Occupancy Business properties. Subject to a maximum charge of $250.00 per rateable assessment levied in accordance with the provisions of Section 496A of the Local Government Act 1993

Report

The Integrated Planning and Reporting (IP&R) framework includes the following plans that require adoption by 30 June in the year following an ordinary election of council.

Plan	Completed Actions	New Actions
Community Strategic Plan	Adopted 28 April 2025	No further action required.
Delivery Program 2025-2029 and Operational Plan 2025/26	Reported to Council 12 May 2025. Placed on public exhibition 13 May 2025 – 10 June 2025.	For adoption at 23 June 2025 meeting.
Long Term Financial Plan 2025/26
Fees and Charges 2025/26
Asset Management Strategy	New	For adoption at 23 June 2025 meeting.
Asset Management Plans	New
Workforce Resourcing Strategy	New

Public Exhibition Feedback

At the 12 May 2025 Council Meeting, Council resolved to place the following documents on public exhibition for 28 days commencing 13 May 2025 and concluding on 10 June 2025:

· draft Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2025/26 – 2028/29 (“DPOP”)

· draft Fees and Charges for the financial year 2025/26

· draft Long Term Financial Plan 2025 – 2026

A detailed listing of feedback and responses during the public exhibition period is contained within the section below on Internal / External Consultation. The public exhibition was promoted through social media, email to village contacts, the Multicultural Council of Wagga Wagga and to Wiradjuri Community Elders, published in Council News and Councils Have Your Say page. External consultation with the community involved 15 community pop-up engagements throughout Wagga Wagga and its surrounding villages.

Delivery Program and Operational Plan 2025/26 – 2028/29

At the 12 May 2025 Council meeting, the following two changes were requested by Councillors to the DPOP.

· Reflect funding constraints relating to plans and strategies.

· Add translation information for Hindi to the section “Need help understanding this document.

Plans and strategies include a mix of funded and unfunded actions. To clarify this, page 79 has been amended to include a statement “Implementation of specific actions within projects, plans and strategies may be subject to funding”. The addition of Hindi translation is being investigated by the Communications and Engagement team.

Amendments completed to the DPOP since placement on public exhibition have included:

· Typographical and formatting.

· Additional details for delivery and output measures.

· Inclusion of a table of contents in section three.

· Updating of leadership team and service areas.

· Addition of a Principal Activity to reflect Council’s priority regarding Inland Rail:

o Advocate to and collaborate with the Federal and State Governments to minimise the impacts of Inland Rail on Wagga Wagga, including grade separation of key crossings, installation of station lifts, and investigation of a bypass route.

· Inclusion of capital projects added to the Long Term Financial Plan following the initial development of the draft DPOP.

The final version of the DPOP is attached under separate cover.

Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP) 2025/26

No changes have been required to be made to the draft LTFP. A copy is attached under separate cover.

Fees and Charges

Below is a summary of changes to fees and charges placed on public exhibition as well as the introduction of a new fee.

Development Application Fees and Charges

During the public exhibition period, the NSW Department of Planning and Environment advised that those fees contained within Schedule 4 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Regulation 2021 would be updated from 1 July 2025 to reflect the increased movement in the consumer price index (CPI). The fee unit for planning services will be increased from $111.32 to $113.90, and mainly impacts Development Application (DA) fees as well as some planning certificate fees. The below table provides an outline of the changes made as a result of this notification.

Item Number (Public Exhibition Item Number)	Fee Name	2025/26 Public Exhibition Fee	2025/26 Final Proposed Fee
0953 (0952)	D.A. Fee for Advertisements	$371.00 for 1st advertisement plus $93 for each additional advertisement (where fee exceeds that payable under item 2.1 of Schedule 4)	$379.00 for 1st advertisement plus $93 for each additional advertisement (where fee exceeds that payable under item 2.1 of Schedule 4)
0954 (0953)	D.A. Fee (not involving erection of building, carrying out of work or subdivision of land)	$371.00	$379.00
0955 (0954)	D.A. Fee (Dwelling with estimated construction cost $100,000 or less)	$592.00	$606.00
0956 (0955)	D.A. Fee – Subdivisions not involving opening of public road	$430.00 plus $53.00 for each additional lot created by the subdivision	$440.00 plus $53.00 for each additional lot created by the subdivision
0957 (0956)	D.A. Fee – Subdivisions involving opening of public road	$865.00 plus $65.00 for each additional lot created by the subdivision	$885.00 plus $65.00 for each additional lot created by the subdivision
0958 (0957)	D.A. Fee – Strata Subdivision	$430.00 plus $65.00 for each additional lot created by the subdivision	$440.00 plus $65.00 for each additional lot created by the subdivision
0959 (0958)	D.A. Fee (estimated cost up to $5,000)	$144.00	$147.00
0960 (0959)	D.A. Fee (estimated cost $5,001 to $50,000)	$220.00 plus an additional $3.00 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $5,000	$226.00 plus an additional $3.00 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $5,000
0961 (0960)	D.A. Fee (estimated cost $50,001 – $250,000)	$459.00 plus an additional $3.64 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $50,000	$469.00 plus an additional $3.64 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $50,000
0962 (0961)	D.A. Fee (estimated cost $250,001 – $500,000)	$1,509.00 plus an additional $2.34 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $250,000	$1,544.00 plus an additional $2.34 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $250,000
0963 (0962)	D.A. Fee (estimated cost $500,001 – $1,000,000)	$2,272.00 plus an additional $1.64 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $500,000	$2,325.00 plus an additional $1.64 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $500,000
0964 (0963)	D.A. Fee (estimated cost $1,000,001 – $10,000,000)	$3,404.00 plus an additional $1.44 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $1,000,000	$3,483.00 plus an additional $1.44 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $1,000,000
0965 (0964)	D.A. Fee (estimated cost of more than $10,000,000)	$20,667.00 plus an additional $1.19 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $10,000,000	$21,146.00 plus an additional $1.19 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $10,000,000
0968 (0967)	Development requiring Concurrence – Council administrative processing fee	$176.00 Council administration fee for each concurrence sought (plus $416.00 payable to each concurrence authority)	$187.00 Council administration fee for each concurrence sought (plus $426.00 payable to each concurrence authority)
0969 (0968)	Integrated Development – Council administrative processing fee	$176.00 Council administration fee for each integrated approval sought (plus $416.00 payable to each approval authority)	$187.00 Council administration fee for each integrated approval sought (plus $426.00 payable to each approval authority)
0970 (0969)	Designated Development (in addition to D.A. fee)	$1,198.00	$1,226.00
0971 (0970)	Giving of Notice of Designated Development	$2,890.00	$1,478.00
0973 (0972)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(1) (minor error, misdescription or miscalculation)	$92.00	$95.00
0975 (0974)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(1A) or S.4.56(1) (minimal environmental impact)	50% of original DA fee or $839 whichever is the lesser	50% of original DA fee or $859 whichever is the lesser
0978 (0977)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) (not of minimal environmental impact) Original DA fee $113.90 or greater and for the erection of a dwelling-house with an estimated cost of construction of $100,000 or less	$247.00	$253.00
0979 (0978)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) (not of minimal environmental impact) (estimated cost up to $5,000)	$71.00	$73.00
0980 (0979)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) (not of minimal environmental impact) (estimated cost $5,001 – $250,000)	$110.00 plus an additional $1.50 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $5,000	$113.00 plus an additional $1.50 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $5,000
0981 (0980)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) (not of minimal environmental impact) (estimated cost $250,001–$500,000)	$651.00 plus an additional $0.85 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $250,000	$666.00 plus an additional $0.85 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $250,000
0982 (0981)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) (not of minimal environmental impact) (estimated cost $500,001–$1,000,000)	$927.00 plus an additional $0.50 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $500,000	$949.00 plus an additional $0.50 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $500,000
0983 (0982)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) (not of minimal environmental impact) (estimated cost $1,000,001– $10,000,000)	$1,285.00 plus an additional $0.40 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $1,000,000	$1,314.00 plus an additional $0.40 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $1,000,000
0984 (0983)	D.A. Modification of consent: S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) (not of minimal environmental impact) (estimated cost more than $10,000,000)	$6,167.00 plus an additional $0.27 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $10,000,000	$6,310.00 plus an additional $0.27 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $10,000,000
0985 (0985)	D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review for the erection of a dwelling-house with an estimated cost of construction of $100,000 or less	$247.00	$253.00
0987 (0987)	D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review (estimated cost up to $5,000)	$71.00	$73.00
0988 (0988)	D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review (estimated cost $5,001 – $250,000)	$111.00 plus an additional $1.50 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $5,000	$114.00 plus an additional $1.50 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $5,000
0989 (0989)	D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review (estimated cost $250,001 – $500,000)	$651.00 plus an additional $0.85 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $250,000	$666.00 plus an additional $0.85 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $250,000
0990 (0990)	D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review (estimated cost $500,001 – $1,000,000)	$927.00 plus an additional $0.50 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $500,000	$949.00 plus an additional $0.50 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $500,000
0991 (0991)	D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review (estimated cost $1,000,001– $10,000,000)	$1,285.00 plus an additional $0.40 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $1,000,000	$1,314.00 plus an additional $0.40 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $1,000,000
0992 (0992)	D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review (estimated cost more than $10,000,000)	$6,167.00 plus an additional $0.27 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $10,000,00	$6,310.00 plus an additional $0.27 for each $1,000 (or part of $1,000) by which the estimated cost exceeds $10,000,000
0993 (0993)	D.A. Review of Decision – to reject a Development Application (estimated cost of development less than $100,000)	$71.00	$73.00
0994 (0994)	D.A. Review of Decision – to reject a Development Application (estimated cost of development $100,000 – $1,000,000)	$195.00	$199.00
0995 (0995)	D.A. Review of Decision – to reject a Development Application (estimated cost of development greater than $1,000,000)	$325.00	$333.00
1053 (1054)	Section 10.7(2) Certificate Fee	$69.00	$71.00
1054 (1055)	Section 10.7(2) & (5) Certificate Fee	$174.00	$178.00
1058 (1059)	Certified copy of a document, map or plan (S.10.8(2))	$69.00	$71.00

It was also identified that the two fees below are no longer required to be included within the 2025/26 Fees and Charges:

Item Number (Public Exhibition Item Number)	Fee Name	2025/26 Public Exhibition Fee	2025/26 Final Proposed Fee
(0985)	D.A Modification of Consent under S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) requiring notification (by advertising) under these Sections	$400.00	Removed
(0997)	D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review requiring notification (by advertising) under these Sections	$400.00	Removed

Item Number

(Public Exhibition Item Number)

Fee Name

2025/26 Public Exhibition Fee

2025/26 Final Proposed Fee

(0985)

D.A Modification of Consent under S.4.55(2) or S.4.56(1) requiring notification (by advertising) under these Sections

$400.00

Removed

(0997)

D.A. Review of determination: Division 8.2 Review requiring notification (by advertising) under these Sections

$400.00

Removed

Asset Management

Asset Management Strategy and Asset Management Plans

Council must prepare an Asset Management Strategy and Asset Management Plans for existing assets under its Asset Management Framework.

Asset Strategy

The Asset Management Strategy 2025 (the Strategy) outlines Council’s management of the infrastructure assets on behalf of the Community. The Strategy recognises that Council aims to improve the overall condition of the assets, within the limitation of the financial resources available. Through good asset management practices Council can prioritise its resources to obtain the best value for money.

Asset Management Plans

The aim of each Asset Management Plan (AMP) is to present the funding required to meet the levels of service for each asset type in comparison to the current funding levels in the Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP). The Customer levels of service identified within each AMP identify that Council will aim to renew asset currently in and expected to reach conditions 4 and 5 over the duration of the 10-year planning period.

AMPs have been developed for the following asset categories:

· Building assets – administration, recreational facilities, community facilities, halls and emergency services buildings.

· Recreation assets – fencing, irrigation, lighting, playgrounds, park accessories, public art, shade sails, shelters and sporting equipment.

· Sewer assets – sewer mains and manholes, pump stations and treatment plants.

· Stormwater assets – levee banks, stormwater pipes and pits, stormwater pumps, gross pollutant traps (GPT’s) and channels and detention basins.

· Transport assets – bridges, bus shelters, carparks, culverts, kerb and gutter, footpaths and shared paths, sealed roads and unsealed roads.

Workforce Resourcing Strategy

The Workforce Resourcing Strategy 2025-2029 outlines how Council will meet future workforce resourcing and capability needs. It provides an analysis of our current workforce while considering the impact of external factors, workforce trends, and anticipated demands.

This strategy sets out our strategic workforce priorities and actions for the next four years, ensuring we have the right people with the right skills to deliver on the goals outlined in the Community Strategic Plan: ‘Wagga Wagga 2050’, as well as the Delivery Program and Operational Plan.

Our six key workforce priorities include:

1. Transform Council into a Learning Organisation by investing in the development and wellbeing of our people.

2. Implement a continuous improvement approach to workforce planning and development.

3. Facilitate a culture that empowers our people to demonstrate positive leadership.

4. Establish an engaged, diverse and inclusive workforce that is connected to the vision and purpose of Council to deliver services to the community.

5. Develop and implement strategies and plans to strengthen our values-based organisational culture.

6. Ensure the safety, health and wellbeing of our people.

The Workforce Resourcing Strategy 2025-2029 also partners with various Council plans and programs that further drive workforce initiatives.

Financial Implications

The adoption of the IP&R suite of documents including the Long Term Financial Plan and Fees & Charges will inform the 2025/26 and 10 year adopted budget.

The Base Case budget detailed in this Long Term Financial Plan indicates Council will maintain a balanced budget for 2025/26. Arriving at this balanced position for Year 1 was a complex and challenging task.

External factors have placed significant pressure on Council’s long term sustainability. These factors include Council’s regulatory environment, continual lower than anticipated allowable rate peg increases which reduces Council’s ability to align rating revenues with the increased cost of providing services, cost shifting of services or functions by Federal and State government along with growth and urban development increasing the demands on existing infrastructure, facilities and services provided.

These factors result in an income gap with costs increasing at a greater rate than revenue and will continue to have a substantial impact on the delivery of projects and services, requiring Council to be highly innovative and efficient in delivering the Operational Plan and Delivery Plan items.

The budget for 2025/26 is balanced with the majority of the years for the LTFP projecting deficits (excluding 2027/28 and 2030/31 which are showing surpluses) for the 10-year rolling plan as shown in the table.

2025/26	2026/27	2027/28	2028/29	2029/30	2030/31	2031/32	2032/33	2033/34	2034/35
0	614,465	(125,802)	323,574	1,570,849	(8,490)	652,439	188,451	786,886	686,373

Council’s 10-year budgeted bottom lines – (surplus)/deficits

These figures will again be reviewed as part of the 2026/27 Long Term Financial Plan to ensure that a balanced budget for at least the initial financial year is achieved.

2025/26 Budget Snapshot

Total Operating Revenue - $153.4M

Total Operating Expenditure - $163.9M

2025/26 Capital Works

Capital works projects and programs account for over $113M of the planned activities for the 2025/26 financial year. There are two different categories of capital works:

· $26.1M – Recurrent Capital Program

· $87.1M – New Capital Projects – One-off

· $113.2M – Total 2025/26 Capital works included in Delivery Program

New Capital Projects refer to the new one-off projects Council will undertake during the year. Recurrent Capital Projects refer to the expenditure allocated on an annual basis for capital works programs. Both of these categories are included in the Delivery Program for the 2025/26 financial year.

For the 2025/26 financial year, included in the overall Capital Works project budgets of $113.2M there is a total allocation of $53.9M for roads, which includes one-off projects of ($40.4M) and recurrent programs of ($13.5M).

Policy and Legislation

The documents have been created to meet Council’s Integrated Planning and Reporting requirements under the Local Government Act 1993 and Local Government Regulations 2021.Link to Strategic Plan

Regional Leadership

Ethical Leadership

Provide strategic direction and leadership for our region to deliver key community priorities.

Risk Management Issues for Council

A number of risk management issues were identified and have been actively managed.

A summary of these risks are as follows:

- Lack of engagement from the community

- Inability to meet everyone’s expectations

- Inability to resource and deliver on plans

Internal / External Consultation

The draft documents were placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days on Council’s Have Your Say page to enable users to review documents and submit feedback. A variety of communication methods were used (e.g. Council Website and Social Media platforms including Council Facebook), to not only promote the public exhibition period but also promote the purpose of the documents. During the consultation period Council directly engaged with 156 people face to face. Four submissions were received through Council’s Have Your Say website. The outputs of the community engagement activities are details in the following tables. Table 1 details the Public Engagement Schedule. Table 2 details feedback received and responses to this feedback. Further actions are required to conclude some matters which remain open.

Table 1: Public Engagement Schedule

Date	Location	Time	Numbers	Summary
7/5	Business Roundtable	16:00-17:00	10	Presentation recapped CSP feedback, review of CSP and overview of the DPOP. DPOP emailed to members for feedback with meeting minutes
15/5	Turvey Park Shopping Centre	8:30–10:00	0	Limited foot traffic with many in a hurry before school. Engagement limited to greetings.
15/5	Forest Hill School	15:00-15:30	4	Scheduling clash with school athletics carnival. Limited parent numbers due to children leaving direct from the carnival. Feedback received regarding community amenities and footpaths to improve safety.
17/5	Tarcutta Village Markets	8:00-13:00	15	Attended Tarcutta Village markets. It was noted that visitors were lower due to the Batlow Cider fest. Feedback focussed on Paddy Osborne Park, Mates Gully Road and Sydney Street.
20/5	Ladysmith Public School	15:00-15:30	Cancelled	Cancelled due to School Swimming Carnival. Engagement details were emailed to the school for distribution via their newsletter.
22/5	Botanic Gardens	9:30-11:30	Cancelled	Cancelled due to inclement weather.
23/5	Kooringal Mall	16:00-17:30	9	Consultation stand set up between Dominos and stairs. 8 feedback cards were handed out with four people providing specific feedback.
24/5	Bolton Park Football	8:30-10:00	4	Consultation stand set up between the canteen and walkway to toilets. High numbers present on the day but limited interest received. Feedback forms were provided and 3 specific enquiries received.
24/5	Equex Netball Courts	10:30-12:00	3	Consultation stand set up on the verandah at the opposite end to the canteen. Low foot traffic. 2 feedback cards were handed out.
25/5	Lake Village Shopping Centre	8:00-10:00	36	Consultation stand set up in front on Foodworks. High level of engagement with a genuine interest in Council services and the opportunity to provide feedback.
27/5	Estella Shopping Centre	15:00-17:00	9	Consultation stand set up out the front of Foodworks. Engagement enquiries were broad including council services, planning, and roads.
28/5	Humula	13:00-15:00	3	Consultation was coordinated with a visit by the Agile Library. In-depth discussion regarding the village and Council services with three community members.
29/5	Riverina Producers Market	14:30-16:30	5	Consultation held in conjunction with the Circular Economy Waste Strategy.
30/5	South City Shopping Centre	8:30-10:00	10	Consultation stand set up at the entrance to South City shopping centre. 2 specific enquiries received.
31/5	Riverside: Wagga Beach	9:00-10:30	22	Consultation stand set up just off the walking track towards the playground. High level of engagement with a genuine interest in Council services and were complementary of the facilities provides particularly in the riverside area.
3/6	Collingullie Hall	17:30-19:15	26	Extensive feedback received regarding communication, services and developments. A representative of the progress association provided an update on development of the petrol station.
4/6	Bolton Park Stadium - Wheelchair AFL/Basketball	17:00-17:45	0	A consultation stand was set up at the entrance to Bolton Park Stadium. The stadium hosted wheelchair sports, gymnastics and skating. Limited foot traffic with engagement limited to greetings.

Table 2 - Feedback Details

Feedback	Response Details
Business Roundtable - 7 May 2025
Requested a section on managing / advocating / mitigating Inland Rail impact in the OP for 2025/26?	The DPOP includes as a Council Priority advocacy for a bypass of the city as the best outcome for the community. “An additional principal activity has been added to DPOP for completion by City Engineering: Advocate to and collaborate with the Federal and State Governments to minimise the impacts of Inland Rail on Wagga Wagga, including grade separation of key crossings, installation of station lifts, and investigation of a bypass route.”
Forest Hill School - 15 May 2025
Footpath construction leading to the school to ensure safety of kids walking along highway	A customer service request has been submitted.
Improved Park at the Forest Hill Oval	Forest Hill oval playground is scheduled for replacement in 2025/26 in accordance with Council’s Playground Strategy 2024-2044.
Community centre at the forest hill oval	At the 10 February 2025 Council meeting, Council approved proceeding with the development of a concept plan for the proposed Forest Hill Community Hall and amenities building at the Forest Hill Oval, adjacent to Brunskill Avenue.
Active travel link to Forest Hill from town	A tender has been awarded for construction of the Mitchell Road to Forest Hill link. Scheduled to be completed by the end of 2025.
Tarcutta Village Markets - 17 May 2025
Paddy Osborne Park - renewal · When is an upgrade scheduled for Paddy Osborne Park.	Paddy Osborne Park is scheduled to be replaced in the 2028/29 financial year. The playground was refurbished in 2018. Prior to the refurbishment community consultation was undertaken. Due to the available budget residents opted to refurbish the old playground and install the double flying fox, rather than have a smaller new playground.
Paddy Osborne Park - equipment · Installation of exercise stations at Paddy Osborne Park. · Limited variety of activities within the park for children.	To be investigated but not currently budgeted for. There are standard park activities common throughout the LGA – large playground, large double flying fox, bbq area, BMX track, sealed bike/walking paths, picnic shelters. However, opportunities for adding new infrastructure are limited due to the availability of greenspace.
Paddy Osborne Park - safety concerns: · Doesn’t meet soft-fall requirements due to height of slide. · Bridge in playground is slippery. · Installation of a fence to close off the park from the traffic on Sydney Street side road.	Council staff inspected the playground on Wednesday, 11 June, and conducted softfall testing using impact assessment equipment. The large slide recorded a HIC value of 266 from a height of 1.63 metres. As readings below HIC 1000 are considered compliant, the softfall meets the relevant Australian Standard requirements. The bridge in playground is slippery, the timber has been treated with a non-slip resin and will be monitored. Council’s Playground Strategy recommends the installation of fencing at all regional and suburban playgrounds. However, while this is a strategic recommendation, the implementation of fencing is dependent on the availability of funding. At present, no funding has been allocated for this work.
Installation of solar lights in Paddy Osborne Park to enable use during the early morning.	Solar lighting can be considered; however, it is unlikely to be implemented in the short to medium term. Most parks within the LGA are not equipped with lighting for nighttime use.
Cleaning schedule for public toilets during school holiday weekends. Requested that the schedule be adjusted to respond to increased usage during	Facilities Management confirmed that additional cleaning was organised with Councils contractor for cleaning toilets on Sydney Street in Tarcutta during the last school holiday period from 17/4/25 to 22/4/25. Additional cleaning of the toilets will be organised by Facilities Management for all future school holidays. The number of additional cleans and dates to be confirmed prior to each holiday period.
Concern regarding industries that have left Wagga Wagga over the years and comparative growth to Albury.	An Economic Development Strategy and priority implementation plan is being developed in 2025/26. The goal of this strategy is to improve standards of living and quality of life across Wagga Wagga by enabling strong, innovative and sustainable shared economic growth.
Future of the village: · Lack of available land to purchase. · Concern regarding ability to keep school open. · Opportunity as an affordable housing location.	Feedback has been noted for development of Village Plans scheduled to be completed in 2026.
Line marking on Sydney Street at the crossing in front of the hall is hard to see and has resulted in cars being on the wrong side of the road.	Customer service request placed.
Rest area / toilets · Suggestion to provide power for camping at the sports ground and use of an existing building for public toilets. · Improve signage for rest area toilets (damaged by car hitting).	Feedback has been provided to the Recreation Assets team.
Ability to collect firewood from the roadside.	s.629 Local Government Act 1993 prohibits the removal of plants, animals, rocks and soil from public places, including roadside reserves which result in a penalty.
Cynthia Street Tarcutta does not have curb and guttering which leads to issues during rain running across the street.	Customer request submitted to Civil Operations team.
Visitors from Melbourne. Requested more EV charging stations. Currently four, have been previously fully utilised.	Council has no plans to install any EV chargers at present. Council has an Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure on Public Land Policy. This policy allows interested service providers to lease appropriate Council land to develop their infrastructure and deliver their services to the public.
Mates Gully Road condition including holes verge condition and road width. Safety concern with increased heavy vehicle traffic.	A contribution of $3.684M has been received from Transgrid for the upgrade of Mates Gully Road. This is scheduled to be completed during 2025/26.
Have Your Say Submission - 20 May 2025
Council should do whatever it takes to ensure it reduces the size of its staff, the provision of its services, and its overall impact on the community, which is very significant at present. Council should ignore IPART's rate pegging recommendation and instead decrease rate contributions, and plan to continue decreasing them into the future. Council should seek to remediate any budget deficit from these decreases by abandoning initiatives that are not the proper domain of local councils. For example, Council might reduce its budget by getting rid of anything related to Net Zero, or to Indigenous Reconciliation Action plans, which are not core business of local councils. It is inappropriate for public money to be extracted and deployed towards these political programs. Councillors and staff who have the will to ease the burden on ratepayers - and who have a bit of common sense - will find many other areas of waste, inefficiency, possible corruption, and general laziness at Council which they will not hesitate to get rid of for the benefit of the people of this city.	The Community Strategic Plan (CSP) describes the community’s vision and aspirations and was developed following significant community consultation. Council adopted the CSP on 28 April 2025. The Office of Local Government requires that Council’s must address the quadruple bottom line: social, environmental, economic and civic leadership issues in the CSP. It is also required to be based on social justice principles: equity, access, participation and right. These approaches ensure a balanced and holistic approach is taken that considers the needs of the broader community of Wagga Wagga and its surrounding villages. The DPOP and LTFP are developed to achieve the objectives and strategies of the CSP. The LTFP contains Council’s financial strategy. Council is committed to operating in a financially sustainable framework, to ensure that its community and other stakeholders can rely upon the ongoing provision of a diverse range of high-quality community services, facilities and infrastructure. Rate pegging and Council’s assumptions relating to increases in rates is detailed on page 17 of the LTFP. The DPOP includes a summary of the processes by which Council seeks to improve service delivery by ensuring services are appropriate to meet community expectations, effective and efficient. The structure and content of the DPOP has been revised to increase the level of transparency and accountability of Council’s service delivery and performance. Delivery Measures and Service Output Measures are reported to Councillors and the Community in six-monthly Operational Performance reports.
Kooringal Mall - 23 May 2025
Noted trees dropping leaves on Tarcutta Street.	Noted deciduous trees.
Shade cover for Apex Park and other parks to extend time they can be used during warmer months.	Playground Strategy 2024 – 2044 includes following recommendations: · a 40% shade benchmark at all local major, suburban and regional playgrounds. · Installation of two shade sails per year over first five years of strategy. · At least one playground in every suburb and village has shade sails over playground equipment. A listing of shade sails to be installed is contained on page 32. This listing includes Apex Park.
Development of a tourist attraction URBN Surf https://urbnsurf.com	Feedback passed onto Recreation Assets team and Visitor Economy team.
Question on plans for the use of the settling ponds in Vincent Road Kooringal which are currently empty.	The Kooringal treatment works will require expansion due to the population increase from the Southern Growth development.
Bolton Park Football - 24 May 2025
Fence down / gate broken by tree at back of West Lloyd / Glenfield.	A customer request has been submitted.
Tennis centre seating availability.	Temporary seating to be brought in as required for events.
Need for a multi-story car park at Bolton Park.	The 2019 Master Plan includes expansion of parking to front of Morgan Street. Feedback provided to Recreation Assets.
Equex Netball Courts - 24 May 2025
· Perimeter of Robertson Oval was previously sealed. Following construction has been left with gravel / road base. Concern that it will lead to mud tracking into the Tennis centre. · Entrance to netball courts at Robertson Oval is narrow / barely wide enough for a wheelchair.	The Recreation Assets team advised: · The perimeter of Robertson Oval was not previously sealed. The team are aware of potential mud tracking and is being addressed. · The netball gate is DDA compliant, with ramp width, grade, etc. meeting all required DDA specifications.
Lake Village Shopping Centre - 25 May 2025
Council should invest in the Rail Trail project as it will bring significant economic and recreation benefits to the community	At the ordinary meeting of Council held on 26 May 2025, Council resolved to: · Note the potential benefits and risks of the proposed Wagga Wagga to Ladysmith Rail Trail project. · Reaffirm support as previously adopted for the Wagga Wagga to Ladysmith Rail Trail concept. · Undertake further actions including: o investigation of grant opportunities. o preliminary inhouse review of the extension of the Tumbarumba to Rosewood trail to Humula. o Receive a further report regarding potential establishment of a Wagga Wagga Rail Trail Steering Committee.
When will the Water to the Lake project be delivered	The Lake Albert Water Sports and Event Precinct project involves a 2km pipeline from the river to the lake as well as foreshore works to address significant erosion and weir remediation and upgrades. The project is scheduled to be completed in FY26/27.
Request for planting around Lake Albert Foreshore	Feedback provided to recreation assets.
Why are rural landholder rates so high, particularly given no services are provided to these land holders (e.g. waste, sewer, road maintenance) Valuation of the land has increased significantly and appear to be inflated (who is making the decision)	Land Valuations are supplied by the NSW Valuer General on three year cycle and queries regarding land value assessment should be referred to the NSW Valuer General The increase in valuations particularly the large increases for farming land does not necessarily affect the total amount of rates paid. The rates income for that rating group farmland is calculated to stay within the overall IPART rates peg. However, if your land valuation increases greater than the average for a rating category (Farmland for example) you may experience higher rates increase than average. If your land value for your rating category (e.g. farmland) has increased less than the average for the farmland category your rate increase should be less than the average rates increase for your rating category. Overall Council receives no additional income from a General Land Revaluation as overall rates income is capped to the IPART set rate peg. Rates contribute to amenity, safety and life of all community members. This includes use of Council maintained assets and facilities such as roads, parks, pool, library, sportsgrounds and theatre. Rates for land categorised as farmland pay less by land value rate in the dollar (Ad Valorem) than urban ratepayers (not including sewer and waste charges that urban ratepayers also pay). In the 2023/24 financial year Council spent 93.1% of farmland rates on the maintenance of rural roads.
Lack of engagement and consultation with Lakeside residents in relation to the Plumpton Road project	The Project team advised the following consultation activities to have occurred: · Projects updates are available via the dedicated project page - https://haveyoursay.wagga.nsw.gov.au/plumpton-road-project · There is ongoing communication with impacted residents, business and the broader community. · There will be increased information and engagement during the detailed design and construction phase. · In-person sessions so far have focused on stakeholders with direct property impacts. Thorough information has been made publicly available.
Traffic concerns for residents of Lakeside – back up of traffic and request to move 60km/h sign back	The Project team have advised that while this is a Transport for NSW matter for final approval, the project is planning and designing to extend a 60 km/h speed zone as far south as Lloyd Road intersection.
Will the roundabout be duplicated (Plumpton Road/Lansdowne Road)	The Project team have advised that · A roundabout at the Lansdowne/Plumpton intersection is not within scope of the reference design. · Significant assessment has been undertaken by technical experts to determine an appropriate, safe and efficient intersection treatment. · The outcomes of this work demonstrated that an urban T-intersection treatment, in combination with other improvements to the road environment brought about by the project, is appropriate to resolve the safety and congestion issues.
Have Your Say Submission - 26 May 2025
Please review the Plumpton Rd plan and entrance into Lansdowne. Currently have like a wing intersection (like gobba). We feel a roundabout would be much safer as traffic is backed up to this intersection in mornings.	The Project team have advised that · A roundabout at the Lansdowne/Plumpton intersection is not within scope of the reference design. · Significant assessment has been undertaken by technical experts to determine an appropriate, safe and efficient intersection treatment. The outcomes of this work demonstrated that an urban T-intersection treatment, in combination with other improvements to the road environment brought about by the project, is appropriate to resolve the safety and congestion issues.
Estella Shopping Centre - 27 May 2025
Four bottle shops in the Estella area is too much.	Feedback noted.
Northern Access Issues The following feedback was received from three community members: · Time frame on the Gobbagombalin Bridge Duplication. · The overpass in Estella is causing major traffic issues when cars are merging onto the Hwy · Intersection of Old Narrandera Road and Olympic Hwy is very dangerous and needs investigation	Transport for NSW released the Wagga Wagga Northern Access Strategy Community Consultation summary report on 23 May 2025. This report notes that duplication of the bridge was a common theme relating to comments provided about queuing and congestion. 91 submissions identified safety issues with Old Narrandera Road whilst congestion and both ends of the bridge were also identified. The Consultation report states that next priorities will be completing the modelling work in the Wagga Wagga Northern Access Strategy, which will inform future transport projects and priorities to best meet the growth needs of Wagga Wagga into the future. This modelling will enable Transport to prioritise locations for potential solutions at a whole of network level, optimising the performance of the network over time. This roadmap is targeted for publication later in 2025, after consultation with key stakeholders.
Pine Gully Road Two people noted issues with the connection of Pine Gully Road and Avocet Drive due to concerns regarding traffic issues at the Messenger Avenue Roundabout. One person requested the fast tracking of the connection of Pine Gully and Avocet as it will assist residents.	The Pine Gully Road upgrade includes the joining of Avocet Drive and Pine Gully Road.
What plan have WWCC decided to pursue in relation to the Civic Theatre	Council endorsed the draft Civic Theatre – Performing Arts Masterplan and pursuit of future funding opportunities, for the continued detailed planning and design of this project on 11 June 2024. Council is continuing to pursue funding opportunities for the masterplan.
More soft plastic bins located in all suburbs	Soft plastic drop-off points include Gregadoo Waste Management Centre, Civic Centre, villages and a community managed facility at ErinEarth. A trial for soft plastic recycling in kerbside collection bin is scheduled for 2025/26.
Growth of suburbs, any future suburbs planned	The Wagga Wagga Local Strategic Planning Statement - Wagga Wagga 2040 sets the long-term strategic framework for planning and development in the City of Wagga Wagga local government area over the next 20-years. Review of this document is scheduled to commence in 2027/28. A local housing strategy is currently being developed. This will consider housing supply, demand, diversity, location and affordability.
Have Your Say Submission - 28 May 2025
There are only few street where we have walking tracks on both sides and some with no walking path at all. Walking track/ path really good for walking. We also need some more community book library. We have some but all locations have them. Parks with fence are great for children and parents to spend time and relax.	The Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy (ROSC) and Implementation Plan 2040 includes the proposed construction of 86km of footpaths. The ROSC considers how public circulation spaces are utilised, missing links and opportunities for activation. These considerations and customer request data are utilised for the scheduling of footpath construction. A mobile library service is provided by the Wagga Wagga City Library’s Agile Library Service. The schedule can be accessed from https://waggalibrary.com.au/visit/agile-library-service
Riverina Producers Market - 29 May 2025
Extend council support for markets and community event. Extend the availability of a three bin systems at events and consider a hire library of multi use crockery/cutlery.	Council contributes to $232,000 through its annual grants program. Recent support including 3 bin system was provided to ‘Riverina Harvest Festival’ with excellent waste diversion outcomes.
Enquiry regarding FOGO for business.	Legislation required FOGO collection from commercial premises to commence by 1 July 2026.
Waste and wash initiative similar to Bendigo Council. This initiative provides a van, crockery and wash up service.	Feedback provided to Waste Education Officer.
Reduced activity levels of street sweepers recently is causing black water buildup. Concern around flow into stormwater and subsequently Flowerdale Lagoon.	Feedback provided to Civil Operations. Council has one sweeper operating in Central Wagga and a second operating in outer suburbs which is standard practice as per previous years. If a particular area is experiencing congestion the second sweeper is assigned to this zone as needed. Council collects physical and chemical water quality data on regular basis as per our water quality monitoring program. The data allows staff to assess the health of the water body based on national water quality guidelines (ANZECC, 2000) as well as observing and reporting on any changes in the health of a water body due to local or regional development. During 2025/26 – 2027/28 a grant funded project “Enhancement of Flowerdale and Wollundry Lagoon is scheduled to be completed. This project will support and collaborate with the project lead (Murrumbidgee Landcare Incorporated) on the Urban Rivers & Catchments - ‘Restoring waterways in Wagga for culture, custodianship and conservation’.
Southcity Shopping Centre - 30 May 2025
Aquatic facilities: · water play for kids for summer · more pools	Subject to the receipt of grant funding, an Oasis water features project is scheduled in the DPOP to be delivered in 2027/28 and 28/29. The proposal includes building of water slides and a splash park area at Oasis.
· Bourke Street Road condition to be improved. · Deciduous trees present an issue, wanting more native trees and plants	Feedback noted.
Riverside: Wagga Beach - 31 May 2025
What can be done about the number of homeless people living in tents on the riverbank (Multiple people raising the issue)	Whilst Council is not the responsible authority in respect of homeless matters, the CSP includes an objective to reduce homelessness. Two principal activities are identified in the DPOP: · Advocate to and collaborate with State Government and key stakeholders for improved access to local services · Collaborate with local services and organisations to connect vulnerable people with important information and support services. Community Development deliver the Homelessness Week project annually and is a member of Triple H Forum addressing Homelessness, Housing and Health.
Concerns regarding the Inland rail project including pedestrian and access issue, road issues and splitting the city (Multiple people raising the issue)	This has been identified as a Council priority and a principal activity in the DPOP as noted above.
Are there plans for the next stage of Riverside	A fencing project is scheduled to be completed during 2025/26. The next stage of Riverside is Riverside - Stage 3 which includes the First Nations Cultural Centre and Entertainment Centre. The Riverside Stage 3 Business Case was adopted by Council at the 13 May 2024 meeting. Council is pursuing future funding opportunities for the continued planning of the project.
Concerns of water quality of the Wollundry Lagoon	Council collects physical and chemical water quality data in Wollundry Lagoon at five sites on a regular basis as per our water quality monitoring program. The data allows staff to assess the health of the water body based on national water quality guidelines (ANZECC, 2000) as well as observing and reporting on any changes in the health of a water body due to local or regional development.
FOGO and compositing a positive initiative by Council (Multiple people raising the issue)	Feedback noted.
Developer Contributions – how is Council spending determined.	Developers pay contributions to enable Council to provide public infrastructure to new residents and businesses. The Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan 2019-2034 authorises Council to impose conditions on development consents or complying development certificates requiring Section 7.11 contributions or Section 7.12 fixed rate levies from development to which the Plan applies. The LTFP details Council’s financial strategy including how and where spending occurs.
Collingullie - 3 June 2025
Accessing Council information and services: Difficulties with navigating Council’s services were discussed including: · Finding information on services on Council’s website. · It is unclear how to direct enquiries and how they are responded to. A flow chart that shows who to contact for what services was suggested to improve the understanding of how a customer enquiry is submitted and directed.	A review of Council’s website information architecture is scheduled to be completed during 2025/26 and 2026/27 to improve the structure, layout, accessibility and content currency. Dedicated internet pages for villages are being developed by Council that will provide a central point of information regarding villages. Information that is relevant to each village will be added so that information flows between Council and village communities. The page includes a sign-up section where residents can receive any updates to the pages via email.
Council communication: Extensive discussion of a range of issues highlighted gaps and inconsistencies in communication. Attendees requested a single point of contact to be accountable to the community along with the provision of concrete evidence that something is happening in relation to feedback provided.	The DPOP includes a customer experience strategy that will provide a framework for consistent positive interactions through multiple channels across all areas of Council. Council's Communications and Engagement Coordinator will play an active role in being the first point of contact for villages as we develop the Village pages and plans.
Cost of services and charges: An issue was raised regarding having to pay $16,000 for services with the level of services not reflective of the cost. How are rates figures calculated. A complaint was noted regarding the requirement for demolition of the old post office and the requirement for the applicant owner to provide photos estimated to cost $3,000.	Rates are levied against properties in accordance with their classification as defined in the Local Government Act 1993. Properties are classified as Residential, Business or Farmland based on their dominant use. The calculation of the rateable amount for each property is determined by multiplying the valuation by the Ad valorem amount. Where this calculation results in an amount less than the Minimum Rate, the Minimum Rate applies.
Garbage collection Residents currently pay for their own garbage system. The investigation of the cost to expand rubbish collection to include Collingullie was requested. Residents would like to be able to consider the costs and benefits of this service.	Investigation is underway with Council’s waste contractor to compare the viability of a future three-bin system vs expanding the current rural transfer station to include food waste.
Infrastructure There are no footpaths within the village. It was noted that requests have been made for four years. It was noted that the proposed expansion of Collingullie will see it grow significantly in size and there haven’t been the resources to respond and hear about the change that is occurring. It was requested that: · There is the opportunity to meet with Council representatives regarding the growth plans and the changes that are happening to the village. · Resources, infrastructure and services need to match / increase in line with the increased development occurring.	The Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy (ROSC) and Implementation Plan 2040 includes the proposed construction of 86km of footpaths. The ROSC considers how public circulation spaces are utilised, missing links and opportunities for activation. These considerations and customer request data are considered in the scheduling of footpath construction. The ROSC does not recommend that paths be constructed in Collingullie due to wide 19m road reserves and verry low traffic volumes and the ability to access the school, playground and sportsground without crossing the highway. Consultation for a new Local Housing Strategy will be held in the coming months. The housing strategy will create a clear evidence base for housing supply, demand, diversity, location and affordability across Wagga Wagga, surrounding villages and rural communities. This consultation will provide the opportunity to meet with Council representatives regarding the growth plans.
Developments There was uncertainty regarding the correct plan for Collingullie. Where development and roads are occurring and what future development will involve. Attendees advised there were inconsistencies in the notification regarding two proposed developments with a number of residents not receiving notifications by mail. A specific example included a number of residents of Bristol Street stating they were not notified by mail whilst other residents further from the proposed development were notified. Another attendee noted that they reside on the road where the development is occurring and were not notified. Concerns were raised that the proposed development has removed a substantial buffer zone that previously existed between farmland and the development. The new buffer zone involves a row of trees and a road. Concern regarding the potential for connection of Kennedy Street to the Rock Collingullie Road unless required for purposes of a fire escape. Clarity on identification of Collingullie as a growth area due to the assessed high fire danger rating.	A response to development related enquiries will be provided separately following review of the relevant matters.
Road naming It was noted that two new developments will result in new streets being developed. The process for the naming of new streets was questioned. It was requested that the naming utilise names of families who have lived in the region for generations.	Council utilises a Road and Suburb Naming Policy for all requests made to Council, or requirements of Council, to name/rename public, private roads, suburbs and localities. The policy can be accessed from Council’s website. The policy provides that due to the resourcing implications involved in processing road and suburb naming requests, such requests will be dealt with in bulk on a 12 monthly basis, commencing in February annually. The policy includes provision for the public request for name to be used in the future.
Sturt Highway access to Collingullie Will transport/roads be updated to reflect the increase in local traffic. Safety concerns regarding exiting of the Sturt Highway into Macdonnell Street were advised. There is no slip / turn-off lane. Trucks do not slow to the 80km/h speed limit. It was noted that residents of Macdonnell street turn up Linton Street rather than Macdonnell.	Concerns regarding traffic have been noted and forwarded to the relevant section within Council. These matters will be communicated to the community via an update to the Collingullie Progress Association.
Phone connectivity Challenges with mobile phone reception were advised as an ongoing issue.	The following Principal Activity is contained within the Delivery Program and Operational Plan: · Advocate for improved mobile phone reception across the Wagga Wagga Local Government Area. Progress against this Principal Activity will be reported in Council’s six-monthly operational performance reporting.
Road edge at 21 Bristol Street has dropped by two inches.	A customer request has been submitted.
Response to feedback provided.	The collation of feedback and responses was noted to be provided to the community through: · Council business paper on Integrated Planning and Reporting feedback. · Response to be provided via the Collingullie Progress Association. A copy of feedback will also be uploaded to new village pages developed for each surrounding village.
Have Your Say Submission - 10 June 2025
Dear Wagga Wagga City Council, Thank you for the opportunity to comment on Council’s future plans for our city. I appreciate the work being done to ensure Wagga continues to grow in a way that is sustainable, connected and inclusive. As a resident of Wagga, I’d like to see an even stronger focus in a few key areas that I believe will make a big difference to our daily lives and the long-term health of our community and environment. 1. Better active transport links We need to make walking and cycling more practical and appealing options across the city—not just for recreation, but as real alternatives for getting around. This means building more safe, connected footpaths and dedicated bike paths that link residential areas with key destinations like schools, shops, and workplaces. 2. More reliable and accessible public transport Currently, public transport can be difficult to rely on, especially if you don’t drive or own a car. I’d really like to see more bus routes added, especially in growing areas, and for services to run more frequently—ideally every 30 minutes throughout the day. More well-placed bus stops would also make the network easier to access. 3. More trees across Wagga It’s important that we continue to plant trees throughout the city—not just in parks and reserves, but also along streets and around public spaces. Trees make our neighbourhoods cooler, healthier, and more attractive places to live, especially as we face more extreme weather. 4. Expansion of natural reserves Lastly, I believe there’s an opportunity to protect and expand our city’s natural spaces. Adding a few more reserves—big or small—can help local wildlife, support biodiversity, and provide peaceful spaces for the community to connect with nature. I hope these ideas can be reflected in the Council’s planning moving forward. Thank you again for all your efforts and for listening to the community’s voice.	Active Transport Council continues to implement the Active Travel Plan 2016 and Recreation, Open Space and Community Strategy (ROSC) and Implementation Plan 2040. Both plans seek to increase linkages for active travel. Public Transport The Community Strategic Plan includes a strategy to Support and advocate for improved public transport. i.e. expanded offerings, capped and or free public transport fares where relevant. The Delivery Program includes the following Principal Activities to achieve this strategy: · Advocate for reduced public transport costs including free local public bus transport and capped regional train fares (similar to Victoria). · Advocate for public transport routes that are fast, efficient, on-demand and meet community movement needs throughout the city Trees Council continues to implement the Urban Cooling Strategy. Actions within this strategy include: · Council to encourage and assist residents to plant trees and tall shrubs in urban yards through the ‘One Tree for Me’ program. This program · Council to increase existing plantings in a variety of locations including: o Road reserve canopy o Active travel path network o Sportsgrounds o Playgrounds A free seedling giveaway under the ‘One Tree for Me’ program occurred on 12 June 2026. Council plants approximately 1,000 trees annually comprising urban cooling, subdivision and street tree renewal plantings. Natural Reserves Council continually identifies opportunities to protect and enhance high biodiversity value areas. Council achieves this through the following ongoing actions within our existing plans and strategies: Biodiversity Strategy: Maldhangilanha 2020-2030: · PB04 Encourage opportunities for voluntary planning agreements for positive biodiversity outcome. · PB06 Review the current zoning of high value biodiversity areas and rezone to c2 where appropriate. · SB05 Investigate opportunities to utilise suitable land for Biodiversity Stewardship Sites and Biodiversity Offset sites. Arboreal Mammal Management Plan · IH02 Investigate opportunities to acquire new land to increase habitat.

Attachments

1.	2025.26 Long Term Financial Plan - Provided under separate cover
2 .	Delivery Program 2025-2029 and Operational Plan 2025-26 - Provided under separate cover
3 .	Workforce Resourcing Strategy - Provided under separate cover
4 .	Draft Asset Management Strategy 2025 - Provided under separate cover
5 .	Draft Buildings Asset Management Plan - Provided under separate cover
6 .	Draft Recreation Asset Management Plan - Provided under separate cover
7 .	Draft Sewer Asset Management Plan - Provided under separate cover
8 .	Draft Stormwater Asset Management Plan - Provided under separate cover
9 .	Draft Transport Asset Management Plan - Provided under separate cover
10 .	Fees and Charges 2025/26 - Provided under separate cover

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 23 June 2025

RP-3

RP-3 Draft Wagga Wagga Local Housing Strategy

Author: Chloe Boyd

Executive: Fiona Hamilton

Summary:

Council, in collaboration with Ethos Urban, has prepared the draft Wagga Wagga Local Housing Strategy, and the draft Interim Affordable Housing Paper.

These documents are being reported to Council for endorsement to be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days for the purposes of community consultation and feedback.

Recommendation

That Council:

a endorse the Draft Wagga Wagga Local Housing Strategy and Draft Interim Affordable Housing Paper and place on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 30 June 2025 and invite public submissions until 1 August 2025

b receive a further report following the public exhibition and submission period:

i addressing any submission made in respect of the proposed strategy and paper

ii proposing adoption of the policy unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period

Report

Background

The need for a housing strategy was identified in the Wagga Wagga Local Strategic Planning Statement (Action COM3). In late 2022, Council was successful in securing $250,000 in Round 1 of the NSW Government’s Regional Housing Strategic Planning Fund to prepare a Housing Strategy.

Following receipt of the Regional Housing Strategic Planning Fund grant, Council engaged Ethos Urban to assist in the preparation of the draft Local Housing Strategy (LHS) and draft Interim Affordable Housing Paper (IAHP) for the LGA.

Council’s draft LHS has been prepared in alignment with the NSW Government Local Housing Strategy Guideline (2018), which recommends:
annual reviews of housing delivery and supply against the implementation and delivery plan to ensure that the LHS and the LEP are delivering the LHS objectives in a timely manner;

• Five-year reviews of the evidence base and housing stock against the broader aims of Regional Plans to ensure that the LHS is aligned with the housing needs;

• Ten-year reviews of the LHS to ensure the 20-year vision statement, the evidence base and the strategic and planning contexts are aligned with the goals of the community, the broader aims of regional plans, and the LHS implementation and delivery plan.

The process to develop the draft LHS and IAHP was as follows:

1. Drafting of the Issues and Options Paper – this paper was prepared to establish the evidence base to inform the LHS, identifying the key issues impacting housing in Wagga Wagga and options to potentially address those issues. The draft Issues and Options Paper was presented to councillors and the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, who provided comments. The Issues and Options Paper was subsequently updated and used to inform the draft LHS content.

2. Stakeholder consultation - Council and Ethos Urban used an abridged version of the Issues and Options Paper as the basis for key stakeholder consultation. Key stakeholders included councillors, agencies and service providers, business/ community advocacy groups, education and health providers, special community groups, affordable/social/crisis housing providers, the development industry and planners. These sessions helped ground-truth the Issues and Options Paper and provided technical insights to inform the draft LHS.

3. The preparation of the draft IAHP - Council and Ethos Urban prepared the draft IAHP to specifically address non-market housing. It provides a clear understanding for all readers of the need for, current status of, and programs available for, social and affordable housing in NSW. Council Executive and councillors were provided the draft IAHP for review and comment. The draft IAHP is now being reported to Council to be placed on public exhibition.

4. The preparation of the draft LHS - The draft LHS was prepared based on the earlier work undertaken by Council and Ethos Urban. More detailed background information is provided in the attached LHS Explanatory Report – May 2025. The draft LHS was reviewed by Council Executive and the Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure, and relevant updates made. The draft LHS is now being reported to Council to be placed on public exhibition.

The draft Wagga Wagga Local Housing Strategy

The Wagga Wagga Local Housing Strategy (LHS) provides a clear pathway forward for residential development in Wagga Wagga for the next 20 years. It identifies the supply of, and demand for, housing, as well as the diversity and affordability of housing in Wagga Wagga. It shows the locations where future housing is preferred in the LGA.

The LHS is a critical document to creating a liveable, amenable and thriving Wagga Wagga. This document will guide Council, industry, and the community to better understand where future development will occur, and approximately when it should occur. It provides a roadmap for the LGA that builds on the adopted Local Strategic Planning Statement 2040 and provides greater detail on the delivery of its principles.

The LHS speaks to the current and future demographics of the LGA. Based on data from the 2021 Census, Wagga Wagga is an LGA of 67,609 people. On average, residents are 35 years old, 2.5 people live in each household, and 42% consist of couple families with children. Eighty-five percent (85%) of dwellings in Wagga Wagga are separate houses and 79% of dwellings are three, four, or more bedroom dwellings in size.

Moving towards 2041, Wagga Wagga is anticipated to grow by approximately 9,000 people over the 15 years from 2026-2041 to approximately 79,632 people (forecast.id, 2025). With an increasing ageing population, decreasing household sizes, and a strong cohort of single and couple households, providing a more diverse housing supply will be critical. The Census data on household size and dwelling size indicates a mismatch between the current housing stock and the size of households.

The LHS identifies there will be demand for approximately 5,000 additional dwellings from 2026-2041 in Wagga Wagga. It outlines how the dwellings provided should include a range of typologies (such as detached, attached, and shop-top housing) as well as a range of bedroom configurations (one, two and three+ bedrooms). Critically, it identifies that future housing should be provided in various locations across the LGA, in alignment with a 70/30 split between greenfield and infill development.

The 70/30 split encourages 70% of new housing development in greenfield areas and 30% of new housing development in infill areas. This split provides a balanced growth scenario for Wagga Wagga and will encourage a step-change in the delivery of dwellings to create a more diverse housing supply.

The LHS breaks down the future locations for housing growth into individual sections, which can be used by Council, industry and the community to understand where housing should be provided, what type of housing should be delivered, and what housing density those areas should achieve. The LHS identifies there are substantial housing supply opportunities in Wagga Wagga, including:

· Greenfield growth areas – Northern Growth Area, remainder of the northern suburbs, remainder of Lloyd, and Southern Growth Area.

· Infill growth areas – around existing local centres, the Tolland Renewal Area, rural residential in the urban fringe, and the Health and Knowledge Precinct.

· CBD growth – within the commercial core and the surrounding residential areas of Central Wagga.

· Village growth – to provide larger lot housing in and around seven of the nine villages in the LGA.

To avoid inconsistent development, the draft LHS outlines ‘out-of-sequence’ criteria. These criteria will be applied to planning proposals that seek to alter the designated locations and approximate timeframes for housing identified in the draft LHS. It will enable Council to uphold the desired approaches for development outlined in the draft LHS.

There are opportunities to innovate and try new approaches to housing in the LGA, and the draft LHS recognises this. It identifies opportunities currently being investigated by Council to encourage additional, or different, housing delivery. This includes the Entry Point Housing proposal and the Secondary Dwelling project.

The implementation of the LHS will be critical to its success. A comprehensive set of actions are identified in the Implementation Plan to achieve this. The delivery of the Implementation Plan, and reporting on its progress via an annual housing report, will enable Council to demonstrate to industry and community how it is tackling housing issues in the LGA.

The draft LHS is the first step in introducing the proposed approach to residential development in Wagga Wagga to the community. Placing the draft LHS on public exhibition ensures the community will have the opportunity to have their say on draft document.

The draft Interim Affordable Housing Paper

As market housing has struggled to provide sufficient supply to meet demand, there has been an increased focus on social and affordable housing (‘non-market housing’) provision. Recognising the discourse around this type of housing, Council and Ethos Urban have prepared the Interim Affordable Housing Paper (IAHP).

The IAHP identifies that multiple factors are leading to demand for social and affordable housing in Wagga Wagga, including rent increases, increasing social housing waitlists, outdated social housing supply, demand for worker accommodation, and the mismatch between household size and the size of dwellings.

There are existing approaches to providing social and affordable housing supply at the Federal, State, and Local level, and the IAHP outlines these which include:

· funding programs - such as the Housing Australia Future Fund, Regional First Home Buyers Guarantee

· planning provisions - such as the infill affordable housing bonus, accelerated approval pathways)

· delivery authorities - such as Homes NSW and Community Housing Providers.

The IAHP speaks to mortgage stress, rental stress, and homelessness in the LGA. Of the dwellings owned with a mortgage in the LGA, 9.3% of households were facing mortgage stress (ABS 2021), while 28.3% of renting households were facing rental stress (ABS 2021). Homelessness increased from 107 people in 2016 to 257 people in 2021. The IAHP also discusses the current supply of social housing and the affordability of current market housing in Wagga Wagga. There is future supply forthcoming through Homes NSW projects, but this is unlikely to meet the full demand for non-market housing.

Importantly, the IAHP provides options for Council moving forward. These fall under the categories of advocacy, partnerships, collaboration, statutory mechanisms, and direct intervention. Each of these categories are explored, with potential implementation mechanisms, their benefits, and challenges, identified. The impact of these options, their priority, and indicative cost are also tabled for review.

The IAHP provides critical information on non-market housing in Wagga Wagga and provides a clear set of options for Council to consider moving forward. Following public exhibition, Council will refine the IAHP into an Affordable Housing Strategy, with the preferred options for action clearly selected and incorporated into future service planning.

Consultation

To date, Council has consulted on the Housing Strategy project through:

· Collection of surveys at the Triple H Homelessness Expo on 4 August 2023.

· Four in-person key stakeholder sessions across 28 to 30 August 2023.

· Councillor one-on-one sessions across 12, 14 and 15 September 2023.

· Four in-person key stakeholder sessions across 22 to 23 November 2023, and one online key stakeholder workshop on 28 November 2023.

The insights from the initial consultation led to the refinement of the LHS's vision and objectives, ensuring they address the community's priorities and the LGA's specific housing challenges.

Following the development of the draft LHS and draft IAHP Councillor one-on-one sessions were held across 20 to 22 May 2025.

Council is now proposing to place the draft LHS and draft IAHP on public exhibition for 28 days.

As part of the public exhibition period, Council is proposing to undertake community consultation activities. This is intended to include:

• Council News articles and social media advertising

• Regular community drop-in sessions at the Civic Centre

• Direct engagement with the villages

• Key stakeholder workshops (including agencies, service providers, and developers)

• Briefings with industry/service groups (including First Nations groups).

The outcomes of these sessions will inform any updates to the draft LHS and draft IAHP and will be recorded in a final, updated version of the Engagement Summary.

Financial Implications

The Local Housing Strategy project has a $315,000 total project budget, funded by a $250,000 grant from the NSW Government through the Regional Housing Strategic Planning Fund, and $65,000 funded from General Purpose Revenue.

As at 05/06/2025, $308,712 has been expended and committed to date, with a budget remaining of $6,288.

Job consolidation number: 14311 – Housing Strategy

Policy and Legislation

Riverina Murray Regional Plan 2041

Wagga Wagga Local Strategic Planning Statement 2040

Local Housing Strategy Guideline

Link to Strategic Plan

Growing

Increase housing supply and diversity

Implement initiatives to deliver an increase in housing supply and diversity of housing options to meet the needs of our community.

Risk Management Issues for Council

The risks that Council will need to manage as part of the public exhibition process for the draft LHS and draft IAHP.

Consultation fatigue

Council has recently undertaken several major public exhibitions, including for the Community Strategic Plan, the Delivery Program and Operational Plan, and the Long Term Financial Plan. There is a risk that the community has been engaged on substantial projects over a short period of time and therefore may find it difficult to engage on another strategy.

To mitigate this risk, Council will undertake engagement activities that make it easier for the community to engage, as outlined in the consultation section and matrix below. If there are opportunities to combine multiple projects being publicly exhibited, Council will do so, to make it easier for the community to access exhibited materials and information in one place.

Project timeframes

Council has committed to project timeframes as part of the NSW Government’s Regional Housing Strategic Planning Housing Fund. To mitigate the risk of delay, Council is actively engaging with the NSW Government and working to appropriately resource the project, to enable on-time delivery.

Internal / External Consultation

The draft LHS and draft IAHP will be placed on public exhibition for a period of 28 days. The public exhibition period will include engagement activities, to enable the community to have their say, be informed and consulted on the two draft documents.

The proposed activities are outlined in the consultation matrix below.

Consultation outcomes will be captured in the Engagement Summary and used to inform any updates to the draft LHS and draft IAHP.

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

Consult

Other methods (please list specific details below)

Attachments

1.	Attachment 1 - draft LHS - v29.05.25 - Provided under separate cover
2.	Attachment 2 - draft IAHP - v29.05.25 - Provided under separate cover
3.	Attachment 3 - LHS Explanatory Report - May 2025 - Provided under separate cover

Report submitted to the Ordinary Meeting of Council on Monday 23 June 2025

RP-6

RP-6 FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 31 MAY 2025

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 31 May 2025.

Recommendation

That Council:

a approve the proposed budget variations and note the balanced budget position as presented in this report

b approve the proposed budget variations to the 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 31 May 2025 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

e accept the grant funding offers as presented in this report

Report

Wagga Wagga City Council (Council) forecasts a balanced budget position as of 31 May 2025.

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 May when compared to budget ($678,651 up on the monthly budget). This is mainly due to better than budgeted returns on Council’s investment portfolio, as well as a higher than anticipated investment portfolio balance – which is partly due to Council receiving upfront payment of $48.5M in funding under the Accelerated Infrastructure Fund in June 2024.

Key Performance Indicators

OPERATING INCOME

Total operating income is 94% of approved budget and is tracking slightly ahead of budget for the month of May 2025. 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 99% when compared to budget.

OPERATING EXPENSES

Total operating expenditure is 88% of approved budget and is tracking under budget at this stage of the financial year.

CAPITAL INCOME

Total capital income is 238% of approved budget, which is mainly attributed to the Accelerated Infrastructure Fund (AIF) grant funding that has been received. If this up-front grant funding is not fully spent in this financial year, the income will be reduced and carried over to next financial year for completion of the project.

CAPITAL EXPENDITURE

Total capital expenditure including commitments is 73% of approved budget. Excluding commitments, the total expenditure is 60% when compared to the approved budget.

*Please note that Council has recently reviewed the 2025/26 Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP), with the plan to be presented to Council for adoption. The above table is the current adopted position and not the draft 2025/26 LTFP position.

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 May 2025

$0K

Proposed Revised Budget result for 31 May 2025 - (Surplus) / Deficit

$0K

The proposed Operating and Capital Budget Variations for 31 May 2025 which affect the current 2024/25 financial year are listed below.

*Budget Variation*	*Amount*	*Funding Source*		*Net Impact* *(Fav)/ Unfav*
*1 – Community Leadership and Collaboration*
Fresh Start Apprenticeship Grant Program	$64K	Office of Local Government Grant ($64K)	Nil
Council has been successful in securing Office of Local Government grant funds under the Fresh Start Program for Local Government Apprentices. The grant will cover the first six months wages for five trainees/apprentices that have been employed by Council. Due to the timing the six months will be in two financial years, with the split being $64K in 2024/25 and $56K in 2025/26 for a total of $120K. Estimated Completion: November 2025 Job Number: 24719

2024/25 Capital Works Summary

Capital Works	Approved Budget	Proposed Movement	Proposed Budget
One-off	$49,780,915	$0	$49,780,915
Recurrent	$37,250,621	$0	$37,250,621
Pending	$0	$0	$0
Total Capital Works	$87,031,536	$0	$87,031,536

*The proposed Operating and Capital Budget Variations which will affect the 2025/26 financial year are listed below.

*Budget Variation*	*Amount*	*Funding Source*		*Net Impact* *(Fav)/ Unfav*
*5 – The Environment*
Scrap Together Grant	$15K	NSW EPA Grant ($15K)	Nil
Council has been successful in securing NSW EPA grant funds under the Scrap Together Grant Program. This will fund the magnet and direct mail out to 28,000 homes within the LGA regarding the changes to the FOGO bins. Estimated Completion: 30 June 2026 Job Number: 70201
Community Education	$99K	Solid Waste Reserve ($99K)	Nil
Changes in FOGO have necessitated the need for an increase in expenditure to support education campaigns for our community. In addition to employing a Waste Education Officer, Council has committed to the Halve Waste Education Program which supplies engagement programs and educational initiatives for Local Government, reducing duplication of efforts and supporting key messaging across LGA’s. To reduce contamination in our FOGO and recycling, combined with a focus on reducing waste to landfill we need to ensure that we have appropriate education programs in place. It is proposed to increase the Community Education budget to $100K per year for the 10 years of the LTFP, funded from the Solid Waste Reserve. Job Number: 70172
GWMC Polystyrene Machine Purchase	$124K	NSW EPA Grant ($84K) Solid Waste Reserve ($40K)	Nil
Council have been successful in a grant for the purchase of a new Polystyrene Machine & Conveyor in the amount of $84,000, with a council contribution of $40,000 required to finalise the purchase and installation. The purchase of a new polystyrene compacting machine represents a significant upgrade for the waste facility, offering improved efficiency, safety, and environmental outcomes. Unlike older machines that produced bulky, sausage-shaped outputs that were difficult to handle and inefficient to store/transport, the new compactor generates dense dome shaped blocks that are easier to stack, store, and ship for recycling. This advancement greatly enhances the facility’s overall compaction rates, reducing the volume of polystyrene and significantly lowering transport costs and storage space requirements. Estimated Completion: 30 June 2026 Job Number: 70200

The following one-off capital project has been reviewed as part of the ongoing budget review process with the adjustments to the timing of the budget being included below for adoption. There is no proposed change to the total budget for the project.

Job No.

Project Title

2025/26 Current One-Off Confirmed

2025/26 Proposed One-Off Confirmed

2029/30 Current One-Off

2029/30 Proposed One-Off

19667

Rawlings Park North – Construct a Synthetic Soccer Facility

10,000

3,877,112

3,867,112

* Please note that Council has recently reviewed the 2025/26 Long Term Financial Plan (LTFP), with the plan to be presented to Council for adoption. Future year budget variations will not be processed until after 1 July 2025.

Current Restrictions

RESERVES SUMMARY
31 MAY 2025
	CLOSING BALANCE 2023/24	ADOPTED RESERVE TRANSFERS 2024/25	BUDGET VARIATIONS APPROVED UP TO COUNCIL MEETING 26.05.2025	PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution*	BALANCE AS AT 30 APRIL 2025

Externally Restricted
Developer Contributions - Section 7.11	(35,346,092)	3,828,593	(1,278,645)		(32,796,145)
Developer Contributions - Section 7.12	(849,883)	(28,096)	104,075		(773,904)
Developer Contributions - Stormwater Section 64	(8,765,571)	131,291	(990,437)		(9,624,717)
Sewer Fund	(52,652,543)	(276,425)	(667,266)		(53,596,234)
Solid Waste	(31,897,464)	2,924,014	1,086,621		(27,886,829)
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	(1,880,677)		(4,613,632)
Total Externally Restricted	(199,715,707)	9,352,119	54,841,416	0	(135,522,172)

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	277,543		(1)
Buildings	(3,386,635)	77,514	516,130		(2,792,992)
CCTV	(34,995)	0	0		(34,995)
Cemetery	(1,378,480)	(204,757)	150,870		(1,432,366)
Civic Theatre	(95,013)	(21,237)	30,000		(86,250)
Civil Infrastructure	(11,521,350)	696,586	865,846		(9,958,917)
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	(1,552,626)		(2,902,706)
Insurance Variations	(50,000)	0	0		(50,000)
Internal Loans	(7,841,730)	(149,108)	(791,596)		(8,782,434)
Lake Albert Improvements	(741,740)	(21,261)	84,689		(678,312)
Library	(400,985)	(237,430)	0		(638,415)
Livestock Marketing Centre	(8,324,132)	1,013,875	2,607,827		(4,702,431)
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 26.05.2025	PROPOSED CHANGES for Council Resolution*	BALANCE AS AT 30 APRIL 2025
Net Zero Emissions	(262,207)	(80,157)	0		(342,364)
Oasis Reserve	(1,201,931)	476,905	(369,018)		(1,094,044)
Parks & Recreation Projects	(2,520,071)	21,556	1,928,172		(570,343)
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	2,966,150		(3,190,197)
Project Carryovers	(8,548,629)	0	8,508,604		(40,025)
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	935		(533,413)
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	25,485,844	0	(48,336,407)

Total Restricted	(278,001,433)	13,815,594	80,327,260	0	(183,858,578)

Total Unrestricted	(11,426,000)	0	0	0	(11,426,000)

Total Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Investments	(289,427,433)	13,815,594	80,327,260	0	(195,284,578)

Investment Summary as at 31 May 2025

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 30/04/2025 $	Closing Balance Invested 31/05/2025 $	May EOM Current Yield %	May EOM % of Portfolio	Investment Date	Maturity Date	Term (mths)
*At Call Accounts*
NAB	AA-	226,693	358,371	3.85%	0.12%	N/A	N/A	N/A
CBA	AA-	3,044,668	11,970,956	3.85%	3.98%	N/A	N/A	N/A
CBA	AA-	16,934,741	13,995,120	3.90%	4.65%	N/A	N/A	N/A
Macquarie Bank	A+	10,060,384	10,092,846	3.65%	3.36%	N/A	N/A	N/A
CBA	AA-	48,970,254	49,091,211	3.85%	16.32%	N/A	N/A	N/A
*Total At Call Accounts*		79,236,740	85,508,503	3.83%	28.43%
*Short Term Deposits*
AMP	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	5.10%	0.67%	16/12/2024	16/09/2025	9
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	1,000,000	1,000,000	5.20%	0.33%	14/11/2024	14/11/2025	12
NAB	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	5.11%	0.67%	28/11/2024	28/11/2025	12
MyState	BBB	2,000,000	2,000,000	5.10%	0.67%	29/11/2024	29/11/2025	12
MyState	BBB	1,000,000	1,000,000	5.15%	0.33%	4/12/2024	4/12/2025	12
ING Bank	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	4.80%	0.33%	26/02/2025	26/02/2026	12
State Bank of India	BBB-	1,000,000	1,000,000	5.10%	0.33%	7/03/2025	9/03/2026	12
State Bank of India	BBB-	2,000,000	2,000,000	5.00%	0.67%	10/03/2025	10/03/2026	12
State Bank of India	BBB-	2,000,000	2,000,000	5.00%	0.67%	17/03/2025	17/03/2026	12
*Total Short Term Deposits*		27,000,000	27,000,000	5.20%	8.98%
*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	1,000,000	0	0.00%	0.00%	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
P&N Bank	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.90%	0.67%	11/03/2024	11/03/2026	24
CBA	AA-	2,000,000	0	0.00%	0.00%	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	1,000,000	4.80%	0.33%	21/11/2022	20/11/2025	36
P&N Bank	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.85%	0.67%	16/12/2024	16/12/2026	24
Police Credit Union	NR	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.75%	0.67%	17/02/2025	17/02/2027	24
P&N Bank	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	5.00%	0.67%	14/03/2023	15/03/2027	48
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	1,000,000	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+	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.95%	0.67%	7/11/2024	7/11/2026	24
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	5.02%	0.67%	14/11/2024	16/11/2026	24
ING Bank	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	5.00%	0.33%	27/11/2024	27/11/2026	24
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	5.07%	0.67%	28/11/2024	28/11/2028	48
P&N Bank	BBB+	3,000,000	3,000,000	4.85%	1.00%	16/12/2024	16/12/2027	36
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.80%	0.67%	21/01/2025	21/01/2028	36
Australian Military Bank	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	4.82%	0.33%	30/01/2025	29/01/2027	24
Australian Military Bank	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.73%	0.67%	10/02/2025	10/02/2028	36
Australian Military Bank	BBB+	1,000,000	1,000,000	4.79%	0.33%	4/02/2025	4/02/2028	36
Regional Australia Bank	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.71%	0.67%	12/02/2025	12/02/2027	24
Hume Bank	BBB+	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.75%	0.67%	12/02/2025	12/02/2029	48
Westpac	AA-	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.70%	0.67%	12/02/2025	14/02/2028	36
ING Bank	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	4.77%	0.33%	26/02/2025	28/02/2028	36
ING Bank	A	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.62%	0.67%	3/03/2025	3/03/2028	36
State Bank of India	BBB-	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.65%	0.67%	14/03/2025	15/03/2027	24
State Bank of India	BBB-	2,000,000	2,000,000	4.65%	0.67%	31/03/2025	31/03/2027	24
ING Bank	A	1,000,000	1,000,000	4.81%	0.33%	1/04/2025	1/04/2030	60
State Bank of India	BBB-	0	2,000,000	4.25%	0.67%	5/05/2025	5/05/2027	24
State Bank of India	BBB-	0	1,000,000	4.25%	0.33%	29/05/2025	31/05/2027	24
*Total Medium Term Deposits*		123,000,000	123,000,000	4.17%	40.90%
*Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt*
Rabobank	A+	2,001,182	2,013,105	BBSW + 73	0.67%	27/01/2022	27/01/2027	60
Newcastle Permanent	BBB+	1,010,601	1,004,085	BBSW + 100	0.33%	10/02/2022	10/02/2027	60
ANZ	AA-	2,034,429	0	0.00%	0.00%	12/05/2022	12/05/2027	60
ANZ	AA-	2,560,329	2,543,562	BBSW + 120	0.85%	4/11/2022	4/11/2027	60
NAB	AA-	2,553,440	2,536,083	BBSW + 120	0.84%	25/11/2022	25/11/2027	60
Suncorp	AA-	1,119,820	1,127,351	BBSW + 125	0.37%	14/12/2022	14/12/2027	60
CBA	AA-	2,026,372	2,039,389	BBSW + 115	0.68%	13/01/2023	13/01/2028	60
Bank Australia	BBB+	1,929,071	1,918,015	BBSW + 155	0.64%	22/02/2023	22/02/2027	48
Bendigo-Adelaide Covered	AAA	1,013,814	1,021,148	BBSW + 115	0.34%	16/06/2023	16/06/2028	60
CBA	AA-	2,537,955	2,522,939	BBSW + 95	0.84%	17/08/2023	17/08/2028	60
ANZ	AA-	2,123,212	2,138,085	BBSW + 93	0.71%	11/09/2023	11/09/2028	60
Bank Australia	BBB+	1,657,962	1,668,391	BBSW + 150	0.55%	30/10/2023	30/10/2026	36
ANZ	AA-	2,540,722	2,526,840	BBSW + 96	0.84%	5/02/2024	5/02/2029	60
Suncorp	AA-	1,006,224	1,015,679	BBSW + 98	0.34%	19/03/2024	19/03/2029	60
ING Bank	A	504,857	507,596	BBSW + 95	0.17%	22/03/2024	22/03/2027	36
BoQ	A-	1,656,793	1,673,318	BBSW + 128	0.56%	30/04/2024	30/04/2029	60
Bendigo-Adelaide	A-	810,465	806,082	BBSW + 100	0.27%	14/05/2024	14/05/2027	36
ANZ	AA-	1,509,726	1,520,368	BBSW + 86	0.51%	18/06/2024	18/06/2029	60
Teachers Mutual	BBB+	909,949	916,334	BBSW + 130	0.30%	21/06/2024	21/06/2027	36
ING Bank	A	2,225,392	2,216,150	BBSW + 102	0.74%	20/08/2024	20/08/2029	60
CBA	AA-	1,513,953	1,507,544	BBSW + 87	0.50%	22/08/2024	22/08/2029	60
Suncorp	AA-	2,408,607	2,427,989	BBSW + 92	0.81%	27/09/2024	27/09/2029	60
Bendigo-Adelaide	A-	748,133	755,378	BBSW + 96	0.25%	24/10/2024	24/10/2028	48
ANZ	AA-	1,307,675	1,302,779	BBSW + 81	0.43%	18/02/2025	18/02/2030	60
Rabobank	A+	1,303,843	1,301,165	BBSW + 85	0.43%	20/02/2025	20/02/2030	60
The Bank of Nova Scotia	A+	1,994,575	2,017,554	BBSW + 140	0.67%	21/03/2025	21/03/2030	60
Suncorp	AA-	0	1,003,516	BBSW + 93	0.33%	21/05/2025	21/05/2030	60
*Total Floating Rate Notes - Senior Debt*		43,009,101	42,030,442		13.98%
*Fixed Rate Bonds*
ING Covered	AAA	723,784	727,017	1.10%	0.24%	19/08/2021	19/08/2026	60
Northern Territory Treasury	AA-	3,000,000	3,000,000	1.50%	1.00%	24/08/2021	15/12/2026	64
BoQ	A-	1,842,007	1,851,252	2.10%	0.62%	27/10/2021	27/10/2026	60
BoQ	A-	2,054,630	2,069,777	5.30%	0.69%	30/04/2024	30/04/2029	60
ANZ	AA-	1,227,549	1,235,562	4.65%	0.41%	18/02/2025	18/02/2030	60
The Bank of Nova Scotia	A+	2,035,958	2,046,305	5.23%	0.68%	21/03/2025	21/03/2030	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*		20,883,929	20,929,913	2.33%	6.96%
*Managed Funds*
NSW Tcorp	NR	2,210,429	2,276,953	3.01%	0.76%	17/03/2014	1/05/2030	193
*Total Managed Funds*		2,210,429	2,276,953	3.01%	0.76%
TOTAL CASH ASSETS, CASH EQUIVALENTS & INVESTMENTS		295,340,199	300,745,812		100.00%

Council’s investment portfolio is dominated by Term Deposits, equating to approximately 50% of the portfolio across a broad range of counterparties. Cash equates to 28%, with Floating Rate Notes (FRNs) around 14%, 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 $295.34M to $300.75M. This increase is a result of the final rates instalment for 2024/25 being due at 31 May 2025.

Monthly Investment Movements

Redemptions/Sales – Council redeemed/sold the following investment securities during May 2025:

Institution and Type	Amount	Investment Term	Interest Rate	Comments
CBA (AA-) Term Deposit	$2M	3 years	3.99%	This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 2-year State Bank of India term deposit (as below).
ICBC (A) Term Deposit	$1M	5 years	1.85%	This term deposit was redeemed on maturity and these funds were reinvested in a new 2-year State Bank of India term deposit (as below).
ANZ Bank (AA-) Floating Rate Note	$2M	5 years	BBSW +97bps	This floating rate note was sold prior to maturity and these funds were used to purchase a new 5-year Suncorp Bank floating rate note (as below). Council recognised a capital gain of $15,080 on this sale.

New Investments – Council purchased the following investment securities during May 2025:

Institution and Type	Amount	Investment Term	Interest Rate	Comments
State Bank of India (BBB-) Term Deposit	$2M	2 years	4.25%	The State Bank of Inda rate of 4.25% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was 4.10%.
State Bank of India (BBB-) Term Deposit	$2M	2 years	4.25%	The State Bank of Inda rate of 4.25% compared favourably to the rest of the market for this term. The next best rate for this term was 4.10%.
Suncorp Bank (AA-) Floating Rate Note	$1M	5 years	BBSW +93bps	Council’s independent Investment Advisor advised this Floating Rate Note represented fair value with a view of holding this for 3-4 years.

Rollovers – Council did not roll over any investment securities during May 2025.

Monthly Investment Performance

Interest/growth/capital gains/(losses) for the month totalled $1,268,905, which compares favourably with the budget for the period of $590,254 - outperforming budget for the month by $678,651.

Council’s outperformance to budget for May is mainly due to better than budgeted returns on Councils investment portfolio as well as a higher than anticipated investment portfolio balance – which is partly due to Council receiving upfront payment of $48.5M in AIF funding in June 2024.

Council experienced a positive return on its NSW T-Corp Managed Fund for the month of May, with the fund returning +3.01% (or $66,524) with domestic (+4.20%) and international (+6.00%) shares being the main contributors to performance.

In comparison to the AusBond Bank Bill Index* of 4.12% (annualised), Council’s investment portfolio returned approximately 4.36 % (annualised) for the month of May – outperforming the benchmark for the month.

Over the past year, Council’s investment portfolio has returned 4.24%, marginally underperforming the AusBond Bank Bill index by -0.18%. Councils investment portfolio has continued to perform in line with the AusBond Bank Bill Index* over the longer-term time period, returning 3.59% per annum over the past 3 years – slightly underperforming the benchmark by -0.20% 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.

Attachments

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Capital Works Program 2024/25 to 2033/34

Debtor Information	Number	Amount
Gregadoo Waste Management Charges -Debtor Company in Liquidation. Debtor Number 205520	1	$6,794.60
LMC Livestock Disposal fees are disputed - considered uneconomical to attempt further recovery action. Debtor Number 205623	1	$4,080.60
Legal costs related to recovering supply of E1 Pump costs and general clean-up costs - further action considered uneconomical noting the full costs of E1 Pump supplied were recovered. Debtor Number 109602	1	$2,048.52
Gregadoo Waste Management Charges -Debtor has passed away considered uneconomical to attempt further recovery action. Debtor Number 103900	1	$1,642.40
Animal Shelter fees recovery action by staff has been unsuccessful to date -considered uneconomical to attempt further recovery action. Debtor Number 1069899	1	$1,044.83
Total	5	$15,610.95

No.	Name of Applicant	Requested Subsidy $
1	Peter Dolden	$250
2	Erin Earth	$1,000
3	Men’s shed Wagga Wagga	$1,000
4	Riding for the Disabled (NSW) Wagga Centre	$250
5	Rotary Club of South Wagga Wagga Inc	$400
6	Sister Housing Enterprises Inc	$400
7	South Wagga Anglican Church	$400
8	The Salvation Army NSW	$1,000
9	Lilier Lodge	$1,000
	Total	$5,700

Stage	Duration	Commencement
Topographic Survey	6 months	August 2024
Environmental Assessment	4 months	November 2024
Floodgate Pipe Relining	4 months	April 2025
Civil Design including mitigation options for residents adversely affected by the levee raising	6-12 months	July 2025
Levee contractor procurement	4 months	July 2026
Levee construction	24 months	November 2027