The Mayor, Councillor Dallas Tout
Councillor Allana Condron
Councillor Georgie Davies
Councillor Richard Foley
Councillor Michael Henderson
Councillor Jenny McKinnon
Councillor Amelia Parkins
Councillor Karissa Subedi
Councillor Lindsay Tanner
General Manager (Mr P Thompson)
Director Community (Acting) (Mrs C Hood)
Director Infrastructure Services (Mr H Pavitt)
Chief Financial Officer (Mrs C Rodney)
Chief Operating Officer (Mr S Gray)
Director Economy, Business & Workforce (Mrs F Piltz)
Executive Director Housing & Strategic Planning (Mrs F Hamilton)
Manager Corporate Governance & Performance (Mr D Galloway)
Manager City Growth & Regional Assets (Mr B Creighton)
Development Assessment Coordinator (Mrs A Gray)
Property Coordinator (Mr M Dombrovski)
Community Development Coordinator (Ms A Osgood)
Corporate Governance Coordinator (Mrs N Johnson)
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Wagga Wagga City Council acknowledges the traditional custodians of the land, the Wiradjuri people, and pays respect to Elders past, present and future and extends our respect to all First Nations Peoples in Wagga Wagga.
We recognise and respect their cultural heritage, beliefs and continuing connection with the land and rivers. We also recognise the resilience, strength and pride of the Wiradjuri and First Nations communities.
Councillors, let us in silence reflect upon our responsibilities to the community which we represent, and to all future generations and faithfully, and impartially, carry out the functions, powers, authorities and discretions vested in us, to the best of our skill and judgement.
No apologies were received.
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Councillor A Condron declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in NOM-1 NOTICE OF MOTION - DOMESTIC FUEL SECURITY, the reason being she works in the agricultural industry and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor A Condron declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-9 KERBSIDE RECYCLING PROCESSING CONTRACT AMENDMENT, the reason being that a non-immediate family member works for the company mentioned in the report and remained in the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor G Davies declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 DA25/0175 - Hotel and motel accommodation and demolition of existing building at 91 Peter Street, Wagga Wagga LOT 1 DP 150006, the reason being that she has a family member who owns a property in Peter Street in close proximity to the development and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
Councillor M Henderson declared a Pecuniary Interest in CONF-2 RFT CT2026039 LAKE ALBERT PIPELINE CONSTRUCTION, the reason being that he is the Commodore of the Wagga Wagga Boat Club located at Lake Albert and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
General Manager, Mr P Thompson, declared a Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in RP-3 DA25/0175 - Hotel and motel accommodation and demolition of existing building at 91 Peter Street, Wagga Wagga LOT 1 DP 150006, the reason being that he owns property in the vicinity of the proposed development and vacated the chamber during its consideration.
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Reports from Staff
RECORD OF VOTING ON DEVELOPMENT OR PLANNING MATTERS - SECTION 375A(3) LOCAL GOVERNMENT ACT 1993
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With the vote tied four votes each the Mayor used his casting vote for the Motion.
The MOTION on being put to the meeting was CARRIED.
Councillor G Davies and the General Manager, Mr P Thompson re-entered the chamber, the time being 6:49pm.
Motions Of Which Due Notice Has Been Given
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On the Motion of Councillors R Foley and K Subedi That Council: a note the strategic importance of liquid fuel security and the potential role the Riverina may play in supporting domestic renewable fuel production b direct the General Manager raise this matter with the Canberra Joint Organisation and Regional Cities NSW as a matter of strategic importance, and seek support for those organisations to investigate the feasibility of a collaborative approach towards renewable fuel production c request the Mayor write to the NSW Premier, the Hon. Chris Minns MP, the Federal Minister for Climate Change and Energy, the Hon. Chris Bowen MP, the Federal Member for Riverina, the Hon. Michael McCormack MP and the Member for Wagga Wagga, Dr Joe McGirr MP: i advising of Council’s interest in exploring renewable fuel production opportunities in the Riverina ii highlighting the region’s agricultural and industrial capacity, including the Bomen Special Activation Precinct; and iii seeking information on relevant policy settings, funding opportunities and approval pathways that may support future investigation or development d request the General Manager write to relevant regional stakeholders, including industry bodies, agricultural organisations and business groups, to: i advise of Council’s interest in renewable fuel production opportunities in the Riverina; and ii seek initial feedback on industry capability, interest and potential collaboration e receive a report back to Council within three months |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council note Councillor Michael Henderson took the Oath of Office in the prescribed form before the General Manager, Peter Thompson, on Friday, 13 March 2026, in accordance with section 233A of the Local Government Act 1993 (NSW). |
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On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and L Tanner That Council: a note the vacancy in Council’s representation on the Board of Riverina Water County Council arising from the resignation of Councillor Tim Koschel b conduct an election for one (1) Councillor to represent Council on the Board of Riverina Water County Council until the next Local Government Election in September 2028; and c note that, in accordance with the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021, the General Manager will act as the Returning Officer for the election, with the General Manager of Riverina Water County Council acting as scrutineer |
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It was noted that, in the event of there being more than one candidate for the position on the Riverina Water County Council Board, an election will be held in accordance with Clause 396 (Schedule 9) of the Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 and that such election is to be determined by preferential ballot.
Election of one Councillor to the Board of Riverina Water County Council
The nominations received for the Board members of Riverina Water County Council were:
· Councillor Michael Henderson
· Councillor Amelia Parkins
· Councillor Lindsay Tanner
Ballot papers were distributed and a preferential ballot was undertaken for the election.
Following the conclusion of the election and the preference count, the Returning Officer declared Councillor A Parkins elected to the Board of Riverina Water County Council until September 2028.
RP-3 DA25/0175 - Hotel and motel accommodation and demolition of existing building at 91 Peter Street, Wagga Wagga. LOT 1 DP 150006 was moved forward to the first item of business.
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: a note the correspondence received from the Hon. Ron Hoenig MP, Minister for Local Government, regarding the review of the Joint Organisation framework b not seek ongoing membership of the Riverina and Murray Joint Organisation in any capacity c remain an Associate Member of the Canberra Region Joint Organisation d write to the Hon. Ron Hoenig MP, Minister for Local Government: i noting that Wagga Wagga City Council joined the Riverina Joint Organisation at the specific request of the NSW Government; and ii request that Wagga Wagga City Council be left in the Riverina Joint Organisation; and iii request that the Riverina Joint Organisation remain in hiatus status pending future collaboration opportunities |
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On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and A Parkins That Council: a place the draft Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2026 - 2028 on public exhibition for a period of 30 days from Wednesday 25 March to Monday 27 April 2026 and invite public submissions on the draft Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2026 - 2028 b receive a further report following the exhibition and submission period: i addressing any submissions made in respect of the proposed draft Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2026 – 2028 ii proposing adoption of the draft Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan 2026 - 2028 unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council receive and note the Operational Performance Report for the period 1 July 2025 to 31 December 2025. |
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RP-7 DRAFT WAGGA WAGGA RESOURCE RECOVERY AND WASTE MANAGEMENT STRATEGY 2026-2038 - PUBLIC EXHIBITION |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: a place the draft Wagga Wagga Resource Recovery and Waste Management Strategy 2026-2038 on public exhibition for 28 days from 25 March 2026 to 22 April 2026 and invite public submissions during that period b receive a further report following the public exhibition period: i addressing any submission made in respect of the draft Plan ii proposing adoption of the draft Plan unless there are any recommended amendments deemed to be substantial and requiring a further public exhibition period |
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RP-8 INITIAL CLASSIFICATION OF REAR 82 FORSYTH STREET WAGGA WAGGA - OUTCOME OF PUBLIC EXHIBITION PROCESS |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: a note that no submissions were received during the public exhibition period b classify the land described as Lot 22 in an unregistered plan dated 10 April 2025 and titled” Plan of Acquisition of Part Lot B in DP 152366” as operational land in accordance with Section 31(2) of the Local Government Act 1993 |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and R Foley 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 28 February 2026 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993 e accept the grant funding offers as presented in this report |
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On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and J McKinnon That Council receive and note the report. |
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M-1 CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - WAGGA TO LADYSMITH RAIL TRAIL STEERING COMMITTEE - 18 FEBRUARY 2026 |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and J McKinnon That Council: a receive the minutes of the Wagga to Ladysmith Rail Trail Steering Committee Meeting held on 18 February 2026 b endorse the revised Wagga to Ladysmith Rail Trail Steering Committee Terms of Reference c note the investigative and information-gathering activities proposed by the Wagga to Ladysmith Rail Trail Steering Committee, including inviting Transport for NSW to present on NSW Rail Trails Framework reforms and undertaking site visits and familiarisation inspections to support informed consideration of the Rail Trail proposal d approve submitting an application in principle to UGL seeking landowner consent for a potential future Rail Trail e approve pursuing access to the rail corridor through a third-party access licence |
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M-2 AUDIT, RISK AND IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - 26 FEBRUARY 2026 |
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On the Motion of Councillors R Foley and L Tanner That Council receive the minutes of the Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee Meeting held on 26 February 2026. |
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On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and A Parkins That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 7:37pm. |
AT THIS STAGE OF THE MEETING THE PRESS AND PUBLIC GALLERY RETIRED FROM THE COUNCIL MEETING.
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: a accept the application of artist Patrick Hunter for the City, Suburbs & Villages 2025/26 commission in the Wagga Wagga CBD b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with recommended artist Patrick Hunter for the City, Suburbs & Villages 2025/26 commission in the Wagga Wagga CBD c advise the unsuccessful expression of interest applicants in writing |
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Councillor M Henderson declared a Pecuniary Interest and vacated the chamber, the time being 7:37pm. |
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On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and G Davies That Council: a accept the tender of J Holdings Group Pty Limited trading as J Group Corporation (ABN 99 150 374 253) for the construction of the Lake Albert Pipeline for the Lump Sum Price of $2,567,858.00 excluding GST b authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a Contract with J Holdings Group Pty Limited trading as J Group Corporation (ABN 99 150 374 253) for the Lake Albert Pipeline Construction c authorise the fixing of Council’s Common Seal to all documents that may be required |
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Councillor M Henderson re-entered the chamber, the time being 7:38pm.
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CONF-3 LICENCE FOR OFFICE AND STORAGE SPACE - MULTI-PURPOSE STADIUM, PART 150 COPLAND ST, WAGGA WAGGA - UPDATE |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: a authorise the General Manager or their delegate to advertise and negotiate the terms of a proposed licence agreement for office and storage space at Wagga Wagga Multi-Purpose Stadium, part 150 Copland St, East Wagga Wagga for a period of up to 12 months from 15 December 2025 b in the event that appropriate terms are able to be negotiated, provide a further report to Council for endorsement of licence agreement |
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CONF-4 PROPOSED RENEWAL OF COMMERCIAL LEASE - 99 PETER STREET, WAGGA WAGGA |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: a delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate to negotiate entry into a commercial lease agreement at 99 Peter Street, Wagga Wagga (being Lot 4 DP 1211905) with NSW Service for the Treatment and Rehabilitation of Torture and Trauma Survivors (STARTTS) ACN 136 372 248 upon the terms noted in the body of this report b delegate authority to the General Manager or delegate to execute all documents as required c authorise the affixing of Council’s common seal to all documents as required |
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CONF-5 FIRE SAFETY INSPECTION REPORT - NSW FIRE COMMISSIONER - 7 EUNONY BRIDGE ROAD, EAST WAGGA WAGGA |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council does not exercise its powers to issue a fire safety order in relation to the property known as “Quality Inn Carriage House”, 7 Eunony Bridge Road, East Wagga Wagga, with reference to the fire safety inspection report dated 19 December 2025, issued by the Commissioner of Fire and Rescue NSW. |
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CONF-6 FIRE SAFETY INPSECTION REPORT - NSW FIRE COMMISSIONER - 81 FITZMAURICE STREET, WAGGA WAGGA |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: a in accordance with Schedule 5, Part 2 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979, exercise its powers to issue a fire safety order on the property identified as “Romanos Hotel”, 81 Fitzmaurice Street, Wagga Wagga with respect to items 1, 4, 10, 11, 12, 15, and 19 as contained in the fire safety inspection report dated 20 November 2025, issued by the Commissioner of Fire and Rescue NSW b formally advise the Commissioner of Fire and Rescue NSW of its determination and enforcement actions |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: d authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required |
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CONF-8 PROPOSED LAND AGREEMENT AND VOLUNTARY PLANNING PROPOSAL |
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On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and J McKinnon That Council: a authorise the General Manager or their delegate to negotiate entry into a formal Option Agreement over Lot 100 DP 1256996 (known as 132 Ashfords Road, Gregadoo) with Vena Energy Service (Australia) Pty on the terms outlined in the body of this report b authorise the General Manager or delegate to sign all documents required to give effect to the proposed Option Agreement and, if required, the subsequent grant of easement c authorise the affixing of Council’s common seal to all documents as required to give effect to this resolution, including the proposed Option Agreement and easement documentation d authorise the General Manager or delegate pursue a Voluntary Planning Agreement (VPA) with Vena Energy as per their letter of offer |
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On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies That Council: a endorse a variation to the Recyclables Waste Acceptance and Processing Service contract with Kurrajong Waratah (ABN 55 002 407 294) to increase the kerbside recycling processing rate as outlined in the body of this report, effective 1 April 2026 b fund the cost increase for the period 1 April 2026 – 30 June 2026 from the Solid Waste Reserve c note that the ongoing increase after 30 June 2026 will be recovered through an increase to the Kerbside Collection Annual Charge, commencing 1 July 2026 d delegate authority to the General Manager or their delegate, to finalise and execute the required contract variation documentation e authorise the fixing of Council’s Common Seal to all documents that may be required |
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On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and A Condron That this meeting of the Closed Council revert to an open meeting of the Council, the time being 7:42pm. |
THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 7:46pm.
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MAYOR