Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Monday 24 August 2026.

Present

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

In Attendance

General Manager                                                                    (Mr P Thompson)

Chief Financial Officer                                                           (Mrs C Rodney)

Chief Operating Officer                                                          (Mr S Gray)

Director Economy, Business & Workforce                          (Mrs F Piltz)

Director Infrastructure Services                                            (Mr H Pavitt)

Director Planning & Regulatory Services                            (Mrs J Costa)

Manager Community Services                                             (Ms M Scully)

Executive Director Housing & Strategic Planning             (Mrs F Hamilton)

Manager Corporate Governance & Performance             (Mr T Pankhurst)

Manager City Growth & Projects                                          (Mr B Creighton)

Manager Engineering Design Services                              (Mr G Paxton)

Property Coordinator                                                              (Mr M Dombrovski)

Corporate Governance Coordinator                                    (Mrs N Johnson)

Communications & Engagement Coordinator                   (Mr M Casey)

Corporate Governance Officer                                             (Ms K West)

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Acknowledgement Of Country

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

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

REFLECTION

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

APOLOGIES

An apology for non-attendance was received and accepted for Director Community, Environment & Partnerships, Mrs C Priest on the Motion of Councillors G Davies and R Foley.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

26/285       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Foley and A Parkins

That Council grant a leave of absence to Councillor M Henderson for the Ordinary Council Meeting to be held 21 September 2026.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

Confirmation of Minutes

CM-1         CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - 10 AUGUST 2026

26/286       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and M Henderson

That the Minutes of the proceedings of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 10 August 2026 be confirmed as a true and accurate record.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

Declarations Of Interest

Councillor L Tanner declared a Non-Significant Non-Pecuniary Interest in CONF-2 RFT CT2026064 CONCRETE WORKS & KERB AND GUTTER PANEL CONTRACT, the reason being that he knows one of the respondents and remained in the Chamber during consideration of the matter.

PROCEDURAL MOTION - ENGLOBO

26/287       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies

That the standing orders be varied for the meeting as set out hereunder:

• Items where councillors wish to speak
• Items where no councillors wish to speak
• Confidential
• Matter of urgency
• Closure of Meeting

That RP-4, CONF-3 and CONF-4 be adopted as recommended in the business papers.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

PUBLIC DISCUSSION FORUM

RP-5       EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - LEASE/LICENCE OF 54-58 JOHNSTON STREET, WAGGA WAGGA

· Mrs Ashleigh Baxter – Speaking in Favour of the Report

PROCEDURAL MOTION - CHANGE OF STANDING ORDERS

26/288       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and R Foley

That Council move forward consideration of RP-5 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - LEASE/LICENCE OF 54-58 JOHNSTON STREET, WAGGA WAGGA to follow the Public Discussion Forum.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

Reports from Staff

RP-5          EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - LEASE/LICENCE OF 54-58 JOHNSTON STREET, WAGGA WAGGA

26/289       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and A Parkins

That Council:

a       authorise officers to conduct an Expression of Interest campaign for the lease or licence of property at 54-58 Johnston Street, Wagga Wagga, being Lot 2 in Section 38 in Deposited Plan 759031 (otherwise known as the old Ambulance Station)

b       receive a further report on the outcome of the Expression of Interest campaign

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

PROCEDURAL MOTION - SUSPEND STANDING ORDERS

26/290       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors R Foley and J McKinnon

That Council suspend Standing Orders, the time being 5:58pm.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

PROCEDURAL MOTION - REINSTATE STANDING ORDERS

26/291       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and A Parkins

That Council reinstate Standing Orders the time being 6:11pm.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

RP-1          LANDFILL CONTRACT - JUNEE SHIRE COUNCIL

A Motion was moved by Councillors L Tanner and A Parkins

That Council:

a       support a Waste Management Agreement between Wagga Wagga City Council and Junee Shire Council for the acceptance and disposal of municipal solid waste at the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre

b       authorise the General Manager or delegate to sign the agreement with Junee Shire Council

c        apply the adopted out of region waste disposal charge to waste received from Junee Shire Council from 1 July 2027

An AMENDMENT was moved by Councillor L Tanner and seconded by Councillor R Foley

That Council:

a       not support a Waste Management Agreement between Wagga Wagga City Council and Junee Shire Council for the acceptance and disposal of municipal solid waste at the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre

b       apply the adopted out of region waste disposal charge to waste received from Junee Shire Council from 1 October 2026

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE AMENDMENT

For the Amendment	Against the Amendment
G Davies	D Tout
A Condron	R Foley
L Tanner	M Henderson
	J McKinnon
	A Parkins
	K Subedi

The AMENDMENT on being put to the meeting was LOST.

26/292       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and A Parkins

That Council:

a       support a Waste Management Agreement between Wagga Wagga City Council and Junee Shire Council for the acceptance and disposal of municipal solid waste at the Gregadoo Waste Management Centre

b       authorise the General Manager or delegate to sign the agreement with Junee Shire Council

c       apply the adopted out of region waste disposal charge to waste received from Junee Shire Council from 1 July 2027

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout	A Condron
G Davies	L Tanner
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi

RP-2          BOOROOMA STREET UPGRADE - DRAFT ADDENDUMS TO WAGGA WAGGA LOCAL INFRASTRUCTURE CONTRIBUTIONS PLAN AND DEVELOPER SERVICING PLAN - STORMWATER

26/293       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies

That Council:

a       endorse the draft amendments to TT28 Boorooma Street Upgrade in the 2019-2034 Wagga Wagga Local Infrastructure Contributions Plan as outlined in the body of this report and in the attached draft addendum being placed on public exhibition for a minimum 28 working days

b       endorse the draft amendments to the 2007 Wagga Wagga Developer Servicing Plan – Stormwater to include the Boorooma Street Drainage Project as outlined in the body of this report and in the attached draft addendum being placed on public exhibition for a minimum 30 working days

c       receive a further report following the public exhibition and submission period

i         addressing any submission made in respect of the proposed documents

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

d       accept the $1,000,000 in funding through the NSW Government’s Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure Faster Assessments and Incentive Program for the construction of a roundabout at the Estella Road and Boorooma Street intersection

i         authorise the General Manager or their delegate to negotiate and enter into a funding agreement with the NSW Government

ii        authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required

e       approve the budget variation as detailed in the financial implications section of this report

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

RP-3          FINANCIAL PERFORMANCE REPORT AS AT 31 JULY 2026

26/294       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors M Henderson 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 31 July 2026 in accordance with section 625 of the Local Government Act 1993

e       accept the grant funding offers as presented in this report

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

RP-4          RAILWAY STREET (LOT 1 DP 324533) - DEDICATION OF LAND AS PUBLIC ROAD

26/295       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies

That Council authorise the General Manager or their delegate to publish a gazettal notice in the NSW Government Gazette dedicating Lot 1 DP 324533 as public road in accordance with Section 10 of the Roads Act 1993.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

RP-5 EXPRESSION OF INTEREST - LEASE/LICENCE OF 54-58 JOHNSTON STREET, WAGGA WAGGA was moved forward to follow the public discussion forum.

RP-6          DRAFT COMMUNITY BENEFIT SHARING POLICY - POL 114

26/296       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and A Parkins

That Council:

a endorse the draft Community Benefit Sharing Policy (POL 114) for the purpose of public exhibition

b place the draft Community Benefit Sharing Policy (POL 114) on public exhibition for a period of 28 days from 29 August 2026 to 25 September 2026 and invite public submissions until 9 October 2026

c receive a further report following the public exhibition period that:

i summarises and responds to submissions received; and

ii addresses the case for an ongoing annual contribution for data centres, tied to approved power consumption, in addition to the existing one-off contribution of 1% of capital investment; and

iii addresses appropriate benchmark figures for transmission line contributions and the loading applicable to projects not located within a designated Renewable Energy Zone, having regard to submissions received during exhibition; and

iv recommends whether the Policy should be adopted, amended, or re-exhibited if any proposed changes are considered substantial

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

RP-7          QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE

26/297       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and R Foley

That Council receive and note the report.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

Committee Minutes

M-1            CONFIRMATION OF MINUTES - LOCAL TRANSPORT FORUM - 16 JULY 2026

26/298       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors M Henderson and L Tanner

That Council receive the minutes of the Local Transport Forum Meeting held on 16 July 2026.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

closed COUNCIL

26/299       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies

That the Council now resolve itself into a Closed Council, the time being 7.21pm.

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

AT THIS STAGE OF THE MEETING THE PRESS AND PUBLIC GALLERY RETIRED FROM THE COUNCIL MEETING.

Confidential Reports

CONF-1    JUBILEE HOCKEY NOONAN TURF REPLACEMENT

26/300       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and A Parkins

That Council:

a       in accordance with section 55(3)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993, resolve not to invite tenders for the proposed project delivery agreement with Wagga Wagga Combined Hockey Association for the replacement of the synthetic surface and shock pad at Noonan Field, Jubilee Park, as Council is satisfied that, due to extenuating circumstances, a satisfactory result would not be achieved by inviting tenders, noting that:

i         Wagga Wagga Combined Hockey Association has successfully delivered previous synthetic surface renewal projects at the Jubilee Park Hockey Complex in partnership with Council

ii        the Association has undertaken market testing of the specialist synthetic hockey surface market and obtained quotations from three reputable suppliers

iii       the proposed delivery model enables the Association to directly manage the specialist procurement and installation process, with Council retaining project oversight and supervision; and

iv      undertaking a separate Council tender process would duplicate the market testing already undertaken and is not considered likely to provide a better project outcome or improved value for money

b        authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a project delivery agreement with Wagga Wagga Combined Hockey Association for the full replacement of the synthetic surface and shock pad at Noonan Field using the Polytan H2Oz GT system, to a maximum project value of $603,297 excluding GST

c        authorise a Council contribution of $310,297 towards the project

d        note the Wagga Wagga Combined Hockey Association cash contribution of $183,000

e        approve a loan of $110,000 to Wagga Wagga Combined Hockey Association in accordance with POL 010 – Loans to Community Organisations Management Policy, on the terms outlined in this report

f         approve the associated budget variations detailed in the Financial Implications section of this report; and

g        authorise the affixing of Council's Common Seal to all relevant documents as required

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout	J McKinnon
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

CONF-2    RFT CT2026064 CONCRETE WORKS & KERB AND GUTTER PANEL CONTRACT

26/301       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors G Davies and L Tanner

That Council:

a       accept the schedule of rates offers of DE Richardson (ABN: 73 982 468 037), Elliott's Concreting Pty Ltd (ABN: 84 651 449 571), JSC Pty Ltd (ABN: 73 138 025 260), Ladex Construction Group (ABN: 18 082 076 784) and NSW Building and Civil Pty Ltd (ABN: 82 630 836 234) for the Concrete Works & Kerb and Gutter Panel Contract

b       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter contracts with DE Richardson (ABN: 73 982 468 037), Elliott's Concreting Pty Ltd (ABN: 84 651 449 571), JSC Pty Ltd (ABN: 73 138 025 260), Ladex Construction Group (ABN: 18 082 076 784) and NSW Building and Civil Pty Ltd (ABN: 82 630 836 234) for the Concrete Works & Kerb and Gutter Panel Contract, for a two-year term

c       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to extend the contracts for 3 x 12-month periods as allowed for in the contract and at the sole discretion of Council

d       authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

CONF-3    RFT CT2026062 NORTH WAGGA LEVEE UPGRADE - ELECTRICAL CLEARANCE ASSESSMENT & RECTIFICATION WORKS

26/302       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies

That Council:

a       accept the tender of Inland Power Solutions Pty Ltd (ABN 15 603 034 297) for the North Wagga Levee Upgrade - Electrical Clearance Assessment & Rectification Works

b       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with Inland Power Solutions Pty Ltd for the North Wagga Levee Upgrade – Electrical Clearance Assessment & Rectification Works for the lump sum amount of $403,246.70 (excluding GST)

c       authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

CONF-4    CONSENT FOR THE REGISTRATION OF AN EASEMENT ACROSS COUNCIL LAND WITHIN THE LIVESTOCK MARKETING CENTRE

26/303       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors L Tanner and G Davies

That Council:

a       endorse in-principle the granting of an easement for the purposes of high voltage electrical supply mains across Council land within the Livestock Marketing Centre for the benefit of Essential Energy or related entity

b       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to negotiate the location for the easement as outlined in the body of the report

c       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to sign all documents necessary to facilitate the granting of the easements

d       authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all documents that may be required

e       note the financial implications identified within the body of the report

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

CONF-5    PURCHASE OF AN ALL TERRAIN WATER CART FOR GREGADOO WASTE MANAGEMENT CENTRE

26/304       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors M Henderson and L Tanner

That Council:

a       in accordance with section 55(3)(i) of the Local Government Act 1993, resolve not to invite tenders for the purchase of the all-terrain water cart, as Council is satisfied that a satisfactory result would not be achieved by inviting tenders for the reasons outlined in this report, including the limited availability of suitable specialised second-hand units, the immediate availability of the proposed vehicle and the need to address the identified operational and fire risk

b       purchase the used Caterpillar 730C2 Artic Water Truck for Gregadoo Waste Management Centre for the lump sum of $435,000, excluding GST, pending confirmation of warranty of at least 12 months

c       authorise the General Manager or their delegate to enter into a contract with Colemans Equipment Pty Ltd (ABN: 49 131 568 717) for the supply, delivery servicing, inspection and commissioning works for the Caterpillar 730C2 Artic Water Truck

d       authorise the affixing of Council’s Common Seal to all relevant documents as required

e       approve the budget variations as detailed in the financial implications section of this report

CARRIED

RECORD OF VOTING ON THE MOTION

For the Motion	Against the Motion
D Tout
G Davies
A Condron
R Foley
M Henderson
J McKinnon
A Parkins
K Subedi
L Tanner

Reversion to open COUNCIL

26/305       RESOLVED:

On the Motion of Councillors J McKinnon and M Henderson

That this meeting of the Closed Council revert to an open meeting of the Council, the time being 7.46pm.

CARRIED

THIS COMPLETED THE BUSINESS OF THE COUNCIL MEETING WHICH ROSE AT 7.48pm.

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                                                                                                      MAYOR