Committee 4 Wagga

03/11/2026

📣 Heading into the C*D for Street x Street Wagga?

If you're planning to visit Fitzmaurice Street on Saturday 7 November, please be aware of the temporary road closures in place to support this exciting new activation.

Street x Street has brought a week of activity, entertainment, hospitality and local business experiences to Fitzmaurice Street and surrounds from 1 to 7 November, wrapping up with a vibrant Saturday evening event in the heart of our city.

We encourage residents and visitors to plan ahead, make use of nearby parking options, and take the opportunity to explore everything our local businesses have to offer.

👉 For event details, activities and the full program, visit: https://www.streetxstreetwagga.com.au

Committee 4 Wagga is proud to support initiatives that activate our C*D, encourage local engagement, and showcase the incredible businesses that make Wagga Wagga a great place to live, work and visit 🤝.

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Temporary road closures – Fitzmaurice Street, Saturday 7 November🕺🪩

Fitzmaurice Street will be temporarily closed to vehicles on Saturday 7 November to accommodate STREET x STREET.

The closure will affect from the Wollundry Bridge to Crampton Street between 4.30pm and 10.30pm.

During this period, detours will be in place via Crampton Street, Trail Street, Tarcutta Street, Morrow Street and Ivan Jack Drive. Event-goers are encouraged to use council car parks and on-street parking in surrounding streets.

A temporary bus stop will be available on Trail Street for the duration of the road closure.

Pedestrians will be able to access Fitzmaurice Street as usual.

For more information about the closures and STREET x STREET, visit streetxstreetwagga.com.au.

Proudly funded by 24-Hour Economy NSW

01/11/2026

💡 Help shape the future of education and skills where we live and work.

Our friends at TAFE NSW are inviting community members to take part in their 2026 Have Your Say survey.

They're looking to better understand:
• What is working well in our community
• Skills needed by local industries
• Challenges people are facing
• Opportunities for the future

The survey is open until 15 November 2026 and just takes a few minutes to complete.
👉 https://www.haveyoursay.nsw.gov.au/tafensw2026

We encourage our community to get involved and share their perspective on education, training and workforce development across our region.

AFE NSW is committed to listening to communities across the state. Your insights help us improve training, services, and local opportunities. Each year, we ask the community for feedback to understand what’s working and what needs to change. This includes: Full Community Survey – a deep dive int...

29/10/2026

Staff Member in the Spotlight: Jack Burness 🦺

Committee 4 Wagga is proud to feature Jack Burness, our Staff Member in the Spotlight and a Project Manager at our Member to Remember, Huon Contractors Pty Ltd.

Jack has been part of the Huon team for more than five years and plays an important role in delivering major civil construction and infrastructure projects across the Riverina. With a background in civil engineering and experience spanning residential, industrial, rail, road and bridge projects, he is helping shape the region's future through vital infrastructure development.

Each month, Committee 4 Wagga celebrates one of our valued members and the people, ideas and organisations helping shape the future of our city.

Our Staff Member in the Spotlight profile recognises the individuals who contribute to the success of local businesses through their leadership, expertise and commitment to our community. It also highlights the important role our members and their teams play in fostering collaboration, creating opportunities and driving positive change across the Riverina.

We invite you to get to know Jack and learn more about his career journey, professional achievements and connection to Wagga's community.

👉 Read Jack's full profile here:
https://committee4wagga.com.au/staff-in-the-spotlight-posts/2026/10/8/template-staff-in-the-spotlight-do-not-publish-mgy3n

26/10/2026

🎄 Save the date! 🎄

🎅 Committee 4 Wagga members, mark your calendars for our 2026 Committee 4 Wagga Christmas Party. Join fellow members as we celebrate the achievements, friendships, and community spirit that have made this year so memorable.

🗓 26 November 2026
📍 The Riverine Club

Keep an eye on your email inbox for further event details and RSVP information.

20/10/2026

🏘 A major step forward for Wagga's future growth.

Committee 4 Wagga welcomes the rezoning approval of the proposed $2.5 billion Rowan Village development, a significant milestone for housing and community development in Wagga Wagga's Southern Growth Area. Rowan Village is set to become one of the largest masterplanned communities ever proposed in regional New South Wales.

The project, led by Committee 4 Wagga member DevCore Property Group, is proposed to deliver approximately 2,200 new homes by 2037 across a 220-hectare site between Holbrook, Lloyd and Rowan Roads. Subject to development approvals, the first release of housing lots and homes is expected in early 2027.

The rezoning approval follows four years of collaboration between DevCore Property Group, City of Wagga Wagga Council and the NSW Government, helping shape and refine the Rowan Village masterplan.

As Wagga continues to grow, attracting workers, families, students and businesses, projects that increase housing supply and support liveable communities play an important role in the region's future prosperity. Rowan Village is expected to deliver a diverse mix of housing options, green space, sporting facilities, a proposed primary school and a future village centre, while helping respond to growing housing demand across our city.

With rental vacancy rates sitting below 1 per cent and Wagga Wagga City Council's Local Housing Strategy identifying the need for 5,000 additional dwellings by 2041, increasing housing supply will be critical to supporting the city's future growth and economic success.

Committee 4 Wagga CEO Scott Sanbrook and Co-Chair Richard Pottie were pleased to join stakeholders, media, and Dr Joe McGirr MP to mark this important announcement and acknowledge the collaboration between industry, government and community partners that has helped bring the project to this stage 🤝

20/10/2026

📢 An important milestone for Wagga!

Today's announcement of a feasibility study into duplication of the Gobba Bridge is a welcome step forward in the ongoing conversation about our city's future transport and connectivity needs.

This progress reflects the efforts of many across our community, including Dr Joe McGirr MP, the Wagga Wagga Business Chamber, community organisations, local businesses, and the thousands of residents who have spoken up in support of improved river crossing infrastructure. Committee 4 Wagga is proud to have played a role in supporting and encouraging these conversations.

This announcement provides an important foundation for future planning and is a positive step towards delivering the infrastructure our growing city will need in the years ahead.

Today was an important one for the future of Wagga – in a breakthrough, the government has agreed to conduct a feasibility study into the duplication of the Gobba Bridge.

The announcement was made by the Minister for Roads and Regional Transport, Jenny Aitchison, in response to a question from me in parliament.

This is a significant step towards delivering the new river crossing we need, and I thank the minister for listening to the voices of 10,000-plus local people who signed our “Bridge to the Future” petition.

The feasibility study will be a foundation stone upon which to build the new bridge and while there’s still a long way to go, I’m looking forward to continuing the pressure to advance to the next stages.

Thank you to everyone who has added their voice to this important campaign.

15/10/2026

📢 Are you new to Wagga or know someone who is?

Committee 4 Wagga is excited to host another Welcome to Wagga event on Friday, 20 November.

If you're new to the city, or know someone who is, we'd love to see you there.

This is a wonderful opportunity to:
🤝 Meet other new residents and potential employers
🏘️ Learn more about the local community
🌭 Enjoy a free BBQ
🎁 Receive a welcome gift pack

📍 Victory Memorial Gardens, Wagga Wagga
🗓️ Friday, 20 November
⏰ 5:30pm - 7:00pm

The event is proudly supported by the Wagga Wagga Business Chamber, Regional Development Australia Riverina, and Region Riverina.

Please share this post through your networks to help us welcome the newest members of our community 🙌

👉 Register here: https://committee4wagga.com.au/welcome-to-wagga-wagga

12/10/2026

Member to Remember: Huon Contractors Pty Ltd 🚧

This month, Committee 4 Wagga is proud to shine a spotlight on Huon Contractors as our Member to Remember.

Established more than 20 years ago, Huon is a civil engineering and construction company delivering road, bridge, subdivision and infrastructure projects across NSW, the ACT and QLD. Led by Directors Adam Howard, Anisha Sachdeva Marar and Liam Robertson, the business has built a strong reputation for quality, collaboration and delivering practical solutions that support growing communities.

With a portfolio of award-winning projects and more than two decades of continued growth, Huon has become a trusted partner in shaping the infrastructure that keeps regional communities connected and moving forward.

Our Member to Remember series celebrates the contribution, leadership and community spirit that help make our region a vibrant place to live, work and do business. Huon Contractors embodies these values through its commitment to collaboration, innovation and delivering infrastructure that creates opportunity and lasting benefits for communities across the Riverina and beyond.

👉 Read their full story here: https://committee4wagga.com.au/member-snapshots-2/2026/10/8/huon

11/10/2026

More reasons to head into the C*D after 5pm are on the way!

Street x Street Wagga will launch in Fitzmaurice Street and surrounds from 1-7 November 2026, creating new opportunities for businesses to attract customers, trial fresh ideas and be part of a vibrant evening economy.

Whether it's extended trading hours, a special offer, live entertainment, a workshop, or a collaboration with neighbouring businesses, there's plenty of flexibility to get involved. Participation is free, with businesses receiving promotional support, marketing assets and inclusion in the official program.

Committee 4 Wagga is excited to see local businesses help shape this new city initiative and create even more reasons for residents and visitors to enjoy our C*D.

👉 Find out more and submit your Expression of Interest today. https://waggachamber.com.au/streetxstreet/

👏 Acknowledgement to the Wagga Wagga Business Chamber for leading the activation, with support from City of Wagga Wagga, and funding from the NSW Government through the Office of the 24-Hour Economy Commissioner.

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11/10/2026

We love seeing Wagga recognised for its thriving arts, culture and community spirit.

From the Museum of the Riverina to local galleries, live music, theatre and events, there's always something happening in our city.

Thanks to Country Change for the shoutout and for helping share what makes Wagga such a great place to call home 🙌

Culture isn’t something you have to leave behind when you make a Country Change. 🎨✨

In Wagga Wagga, arts, history and creativity are woven into everyday life, and the
Museum of the Riverina is a big part of that.

Across its exhibitions and collections, the museum shares the stories, people and moments that have shaped Wagga and the wider region, while also creating space for new ideas, community connection and local identity.

Add in galleries, theatre, live music, public art and a busy events calendar, and Wagga offers a cultural scene that feels vibrant, accessible and distinctly regional.

For anyone wondering whether a move to the country means giving up the things you love about city life, Wagga might just change your mind.

👉 Explore life in Wagga Wagga at
countrychange.com.au/our-places/wagga-wagga-city