Agenda of Ordinary Council Meeting - Tuesday, 27 May 2025

Ordinary Council Meeting Minutes

22 April 2025

MINUTES OF Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council
Ordinary Council Meeting
HELD AT THE Alby Schultz meeting Centre, Cootamundra
ON Tuesday, 22 April 2025 AT 6:00PM

PRESENT: Cr Abb McAlister (Mayor), Cr Rosalind Wight (Deputy Mayor), Cr Les Cooper, Cr David Graham, Cr Gil Kelly, Cr Penny Nicholson, Cr Ethan Ryan (online), Cr Danyal Syed

IN ATTENDANCE: Roger Bailey (Interim General Manager), Trevor Dando (Deputy General Manager - Operations), Cody Hardy (Acting Manager Business) (online), Peter Smith (Interim Manager Finance) (online), Greg Ewings (Acting Manager Regional Services Gundagai), Teresa Breslin (Executive Assistant)

1 Acknowledgement of Country

The Chairperson acknowledged the Wiradjuri people who are the Traditional Custodians of the Land at which the meeting was held and paid his respects to Elders, both past and present, of the Wiradjuri Nation and extended that respect to other Aboriginal people who were present.

Adjourn Meeting For Open Forum

Resolution 066/2025

Moved: Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded: Cr Rosalind Wight

That Council adjourn for Open Forum.

Carried

2 Open Forum

List of Speakers

1. Brendan Price – DoTT Development – item 11.2

Resume Open Meeting

Resolution 067/2025

Moved: Cr Les Cooper

Seconded: Cr Penny Nicholson

That Council resume the Open Meeting.

Carried

3 Apologies and Leave of Absence

3.1 Apologies

Apology

Resolution 068/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Danyal Syed

That the apology received from Cr Collins be accepted and leave of absence granted.

Carried

3.2 Leave of Absence

Nil

4 Disclosures of Interest

Nil

5 Confirmation of Minutes

5.1 Minutes of the Extraordinary Meeting of Council held on Thursday 20 March 2025

Resolution 069/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Les Cooper

That the Minutes of the Extraordinary Meeting of Council held on Thursday 20 March 2025 be confirmed as a true and correct record of the meeting.

Carried

5.2 Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 25 March 2025

Resolution 070/2025

Moved: Cr Rosalind Wight

Seconded: Cr Gil Kelly

That the Minutes of the Ordinary Meeting of Council held on Tuesday 25 March 2025 be confirmed as a true and correct record of the meeting.

Carried

6 Mayoral Minutes

6.1 Mayoral Minute - Councillor Engagement

Resolution 071/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Danyal Syed

The information in the Councillor Engagements Mayoral Minute be received and noted.

Carried

6.2 Mayoral Minute - Gundagai Richard Norden Memorial Project

Resolution 072/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Les Cooper

That Council notes the request and considers providing support to the Gundagai RSL for the Richard Norden Memorial project at a future point once funding applications are known.

Carried

7 Reports from Committees

Nil

8 General Manager’s Report

8.1 General Manager Office

Nil

8.2 Business

8.2.1 The Arts Centre Cootamundra s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes

Resolution 073/2025

Moved: Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded: Cr Rosalind Wight

The Minutes of The Arts Centre Cootamundra s.355 Committee Meeting held 15 August 2024, 19 September 2024, 17 October and 21 November 2024 attached to the report, be received and noted.

Carried

8.2.2 Muttama Hall Management s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes

Resolution 074/2025

Moved: Cr Penny Nicholson

Seconded: Cr David Graham

The Minutes of the Muttama Hall Management s.355 Committee Ordinary Meetings held, 19 February 2025 and 19 March 2025, attached to the report, be received and noted.

Carried

8.2.3 Wallendbeen Memorial Hall s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes, Membership and Fees

Resolution 075/2025

Moved: Cr Danyal Syed

Seconded: Cr Rosalind Wight

1. The Minutes and supporting documentation of the Wallendbeen Memorial Hall s.355 Committee Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on 19 March 2025, attached to the report, be received and noted.

2. The office bearers and membership of the Wallendbeen Memorial Hall s.355 Committee as detailed in the report and attached AGM minutes, be endorsed.

Carried

8.2.4 Muttama Creek Regeneration Group s.355 Committee Meeting Minutes

Resolution 076/2025

Moved: Cr Les Cooper

Seconded: Cr Gil Kelly

The Minutes of the Muttama Creek Regeneration Group s.355 Committee meeting held, 10 February 2025, attached to the report be, received and noted.

Carried

8.2.5 Draft Public Arts Policy

Resolution 077/2025

Moved: Cr Rosalind Wight

Seconded: Cr Danyal Syed

That the Draft Public Art Policy, attached to the report, be adopted.

Carried

8.3 Finance

8.3.1 Finance Update - March 2025

Resolution 078/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Rosalind Wight

The Finance Update report, be received and noted.

Carried

8.3.2 Restricted Cash Reconciliation - March 2025

Resolution 079/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Gil Kelly

The Restricted Cash Reconciliation report, be received and noted.

Carried

8.3.3 Investment Report - March 2025

Resolution 080/2025

Moved: Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded: Cr Les Cooper

The report detailing Council Cash and Investments as at 31^st March 2025, be received and noted.

Carried

8.3.4 Quarterly Budget Review Statement - December 2024

Resolution 081/2025

Moved: Cr Penny Nicholson

Seconded: Cr Danyal Syed

1. The December 2024 Quarterly Budget Review be received and noted.

2. The budget variations listed in the report be adopted.

Carried

8.4 Sustainable Development

8.4.1 Draft Gundagai Housing and Employment Land Strategy to go on Public Exhibition

Resolution 082/2025

Moved: Cr Penny Nicholson

Seconded: Cr David Graham

That:

1. Council endorse the draft Gundagai Housing and Employment Land Strategy for the purpose of public exhibition.

2. A further report be presented to Council following the conclusion of the public consultation period, detailing the outcomes of community consultation and presenting the final Gundagai Housing and Employment Land Strategy for formal adoption.

Carried

8.5 Engineering Cootamundra

8.5.1 Cootamundra Engineering Report - April 2025

Resolution 083/2025

Moved: Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded: Cr Danyal Syed

The Cootamundra Engineering Report for the month of April 2025 be noted.

Carried

8.6 Engineering Gundagai

8.6.1 Gundagai Engineering Report - April 2025

Resolution 084/2025

Moved: Cr Les Cooper

Seconded: Cr Rosalind Wight

The Gundagai Engineering Report for the month of April 2025 be noted.

Carried

8.6.2 Crown Road Reserve Transfer to Council Road Reserve

Resolution 085/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Danyal Syed

That Council:

1. Endorse the commencement of Crown Road Reserve Transfers to Council ownership for roads which are currently maintained by Council.

2. Delegate authority to the Interim General Manager to sign any documentation necessary to give effect to this resolution.

Carried

8.7 Regional Services Gundagai

8.7.1 Prince Alfred Bridge Timbers

Resolution 086/2025

Moved: Cr Penny Nicholson

Seconded: Cr Danyal Syed

That:

1. All salvaged timber from the dismantling of the historic Gundagai Prince Alfred Bridge currently being stored and quarantined at the Gundagai Landfill facility be repositioned to take up less space at the waste site and during this process be assessed and graded to establish the amount of timber retained that is good, fair and poor condition.

2. The results of the assessment be reported to Council for consideration.

Carried

8.7.2 Gundagai Regional Services Works Report

Resolution 087/2025

Moved: Cr Les Cooper

Seconded: Cr David Graham

The Gundagai Regional Services Department, Monthly works report be received and noted.

Carried

8.8 Regional Services Cootamundra

8.8.1 Regional Services - Cootamundra Monthly Works Report

Resolution 088/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Gil Kelly

The Regional Services Cootamundra Department Monthly Works Report be received and noted.

Carried

9 Motion of which Notice has been Given

9.1 Notice of Motion - Commissioning of a Bronze Statue Honouring Bob Holder

Resolution 089/2025

Moved: Cr Ethan Ryan

Seconded: Cr Gil Kelly

That Council:

1. Receive a report outlining, scope, preliminary costs, funding strategies and results following community consultation.

2. Investigate the commissioning and installation of a life-sized bronze statue of Bob Holder, a celebrated saddle bronc rider, to be installed in the garden bed outside the Cootamundra Post Office on Wallendoon Street as per the artistic concept attached.

3. Undertake community consultation with:

· Mr. Bob Holder and his family;

· The Cootamundra Rodeo Committee;

· Parker and Wallendoon Street business owners.

4. Explore relevant funding avenues to support the project, including but not limited to:

· NSW Government funding programs, e.g. Create NSW’s Arts and Cultural Funding Program, Regional Arts NSW - Regional Arts Fund, and NSW Community Building Partnership Program;

· Council’s own heritage and community enhancement budgets;

· Community fundraising and sponsorship opportunities.

Carried

9.2 Notice of Motion - Community Clean-Up Day – Muttama Creek (Hovell Street to Olney Street)

Resolution 090/2025

Moved: Cr Ethan Ryan

Seconded: Cr Gil Kelly

That Council:

1. Commit to organising a Council-led Community Clean-Up Day focused on the section of Muttama Creek between Hovell Street and Olney Street, Cootamundra, including overseeing planning, logistics, safety, and community engagement, with the goal of improving the environmental condition of the creek and fostering civic pride and participation.

2. Provide logistical and operational support to enable the event, including but not limited to:

a. Rubbish collection and disposal services (e.g. provision of bins or post-event waste collection),

b. Supply of basic safety materials such as gloves, bags, and high-visibility vests,

c. Promotional assistance via Council’s website, social media platforms, and local media outlets.

3. Undertake a site-specific risk assessment in consultation with Council’s Risk and WHS policies and procedures to identify any hazards (e.g. erosion, water access risks) and implement appropriate safety measures, including exclusion zones where necessary.

4. Ensure that all participating volunteers are covered under Council’s public liability insurance, and that appropriate registration and safety briefing protocols are in place on the day.

5. Engage with local schools, community groups, sporting clubs, and service organisations to promote involvement and foster a broad cross-section of community participation.

6. Provide bottled water and basic refreshments for volunteers throughout the event and coordinate a community BBQ and informal gathering at the conclusion of the clean-up, featuring possible contributions such as local music or entertainment, to celebrate the collective effort and spirit of environmental stewardship.

Carried

10 Questions with Notice

Nil

11 Confidential Items

11.1 Closed Council Report

Resolution 091/2025

Moved: Cr Les Cooper

Seconded: Cr David Graham

1. Items 11.2, 11.3, 11.4 and 11.6 be considered in closed Council at which the press and public are excluded in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Local Government Act, 1993 and related public interest reasons detailed.

2. In accordance with section 11 (2) and (3) of the Local Government Act, 1993, the reports, correspondence and other documentation relating to Items 11.2, 11.3, 11.4 and 11.6 be withheld from the press and public.

Carried

Council entered the Closed Council at 7.03pm.

Resumption of Open Council Meeting

Resolution 092/2025

Moved: Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded: Cr Rosalind Wight

That the Open Council meeting resume.

Carried

The Open Council meeting resumed at 7.33pm.

Announcement of Closed Council Resolutions

Note: The Interim General Manager announced the resolutions made in Closed Council.

11.2 Notice of Motion of Rescission - Dog on the Tuckerbox Water Supply Deed

Motion

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Penny Nicholson

That Council alters point 3 of RESOLUTION 065/2025 to:

3. Commits to:

i. providing reticulated potable water, at Council’s expense, to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct within 18 months from the signing of the Water Supply Deed. Such a water supply to be at a minimum rate of 0.9mgl per day;

ii. ensuring this objective is met, by adopting and implementing procedures specifically aimed at achieving the delivery of potable water within the specified timeframe; and

iii. engaging in regular meetings with the developer of the Dog on the Tuckerbox site to monitor progress and facilitate the implementation of the water supply scheme.

Amendment

Moved: Cr Ethan Ryan

Seconded: Cr Gil Kelly

That Council alters point 3 of RESOLUTION 065/2025 to:

3. Commits to a Water Supply Deed with the developer that:

i. Affirms Council’s continued and proactive support for the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct development, while ensuring that the infrastructure Council delivers is sequenced in line with actual project needs and is done in a way that upholds its duty to the broader community;

ii. Provides water to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct within three years of the developer achieving substantial commencement of works under DA2023/116 (demolition of existing buildings and construction of three new buildings). Such a water supply to be at a minimum rate of 0.9mgl per day; and

iii. Includes a provision that ‘Should the developer fail to complete all works under DA2023/116, or fail to achieve practical completion of the first new building, within twenty-four (24) months of the execution of the Water Supply Deed, Council’s commitment to deliver potable water within the three-year timeframe shall lapse. Council may, at its discretion, extend or renegotiate this commitment based on the circumstances at that time.”

On being PUT the Motion was LOST.

11.2 Notice of Motion of Rescission - Dog on the Tuckerbox Water Supply Deed

Resolution 093/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Penny Nicholson

That Council alters point 3 of RESOLUTION 065/2025 to:

3. Commits to:

ii. ensuring this objective is met, by adopting and implementing procedures specifically aimed at achieving the delivery of potable water within the specified timeframe; and

iii. engaging in regular meetings with the developer of the Dog on the Tuckerbox site to monitor progress and facilitate the implementation of the water supply scheme.

Carried

Crs Kelly and Ryan requested that their names be recorded AGAINST the resolution.

The FULL altered resolution shall now be:

That Council:

1. Notes the legal advice dated 2 June 2022 in relation to the funding for a water supply to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct;

2. Acknowledges that any existing Water Fund cash reserves may not be able to be used to extend the water supply to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct, unless further action is taken in accordance with s409(5) and (7) of Local Government Act 1993 (LG Act);

3. Commits to:

ii. ensuring this objective is met, by adopting and implementing procedures specifically aimed at achieving the delivery of potable water within the specified timeframe; and

iii. engaging in regular meetings with the developer of the Dog on the Tuckerbox site to monitor progress and facilitate the implementation of the water supply scheme.

4. Seeks approval from the NSW Office of Local Government for an extension of time to carryout the work under the Stronger Community Fund (SCF);

5. Subject to approval from the Office of Local Government, Council uses any of the unspent grant funds outlined in 4. above to carry out any planning and preparatory works to provide reticulated potable water to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct:

6. Funds any construction costs of the extension of reticulated potable water supply to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct via the use of grants, and if that is insufficient, through loan funding through the Cootamundra Gundagai Water Fund;

7. Prepares the Cootamundra Gundagai Water Fund for the provision of the payment of dividends and increases water charges accordingly;

8. Notes that a separate resolution will be required at some point in the future, in open Council, to deduct dividends;

9. Funds the repayment of any loan funds from the Cootamundra Gundagai Water Fund borrowed to provide potable water to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct;

10. Advises the developer that it has no plans of providing sewerage connection to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct and that the sewerage solutions are to be its (the developer’s) expense to meet the requirements of the development consent;

11. Confirms that it will not be extending water supply to the village of Coolac at this point in time;

12. Informs the community of the proposal to fund the water extension to the Dog on the Tuckerbox precinct;

13. Authorises the Interim General Manager to negotiate, and if necessary vary (including point 3 above), the Water Supply Deed further if required and if there any material changes consult with the Mayor and Cr Ryan.

11.3 The Hovell Street Reconstruction Project - Supply and Place Asphalt - Tender RFT2025/06

Resolution 094/2025

Moved: Cr David Graham

Seconded: Cr Gil Kelly

That Council accepts the tender from Fulton Hogan industries Pty Ltd for the contract price of $410,938.00 Incl GST.

Carried

11.4 Hovell Street, Cootamundra - Pavement Rehabilitation Project - Tender

Resolution 095/2025

Moved: Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded: Cr Rosalind Wight

That;

1. Council notes the actions taken and the rationale behind those actions to ensure that the Hovell St road pavement rehabilitation project is delivered by 30^th June 2025 and within budget;

2. That the engagement of Western Kerbing for the construction of kerb & guttering for an amount of $280,599.00 (inc GST) be endorsed;

3. That the engagement of Bald Hill Quarry for the supply of road pavement material for am amount of $470,519.28 (inc GST) be endorsed.

Carried

11.6 Asphalt Works MR78 Olympic Highway Segment 320 - Tender RFT 2025/07

Resolution 096/2025

Moved: Cr Gil Kelly

Seconded: Cr Les Cooper

That Council:

1. Accepts the tender of $316,854.51 (inc GST) from Fulton Hogan Industries Pty Ltd based on the schedule of rates provided.

2. Delegate authority to the Interim General Manager to execute all necessary documentation associated with this contract and expend funds as per the contract.

Carried

The Meeting closed at 7.35pm.

The minutes of this meeting were confirmed at the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 27 May 2025.


CHAIRPERSON	GENERAL MANAGER

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

7 Reports from Committees

7.1 Minutes of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Thursday 8 May 2025

REPORTING OFFICER	Kylie Grybaitis, Road Safety Officer
AUTHORISING OFFICER	Trevor Dando, Acting Deputy General Manager Operations
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS	There are no Financial implications associated with this report.
LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS	There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.
POLICY IMPLICATIONS	There are no Policy implications associated with this report.
ATTACHMENTS	1. Minutes of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Thursday 8 May 2025

Recommendation

1. That the Minutes of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Thursday 8 May 2025, attached to the report, be received and noted.

2. In consideration of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee recommendations detailed in the minutes, Council endorse the following:

2.1. That the two-hour parking restriction in front of the Cootamundra Council Administration Office be extended along Wallendoon Street to Thompson Street and include the Cootamundra Library and Town Hall.

2.2. That TfNSW be requested to determine the appropriate signs and line markings at the intersection of Temora Street and Parker Street, recognising the frequency and history on unreported crashes at the intersection.

2.3. That the GIVE WAY signage on the Boundary Road and Berthong Road approaches to the Stockinbingal Road intersection are replaced with ‘C’ size STOP signs.

That advanced STOP sign warnings be installed.

That unnecessary non-regulatory signs be removed to reduce sign clutter.

That TfNSW investigate the placement of 80km/h speed signs.

That centre barrier lines and hold lines be renewed.

That pavement reflectors be replaced.

That a streetsweeper clean the intersection and approaches.

That the tree branches obscuring visibility along Berthong Rd be trimmed.

2.4. That NO STOPPING signs be installed 10m from the kerb on both sides of Temora Street on the western side of the Sutton Street and Temora Street intersection.

That a letter be sent to Sacred Heart Central School advising of the proposed placement of the No Stopping signs, to reinforce the parking regulation.

2.5. That approval be given to the Muttama Hall 355 Committee to hold the Muttama Hall 100 Years Celebration event on Saturday 17 May and Sunday 18 May 2025 subject to the following conditions:

a) The event organiser complies with any conditions set by Council and the NSW Police;

b) The Event Management Plan (EMP) is completed and submitted to Council (attached);

c) A current Public Liability Certificate of Currency (COC) is provided by Council (attached);

d) Council provides a Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS attached) and arranges placement and removal of all speed reduction and event management road signs.

e) That Council’s Event Management Plan template be amended to include “tick boxes” to remind event organisers that public liability insurance certificates have included interested parties (Council, TfNSW and NSW Police) when applicable.

2.6. That approval be given for the Cootamundra Community of Schools to hold the 2025 Book Week Parade on Friday the 22 August 2025 subject to the following conditions:

a) The temporary closure of Parker Street between Adams and McKay Street between 10:30am and 12 noon, including Bourke Street at Parker Street and the Woolworths carpark entry exit at Parker Street;

b) That all businesses along the route be advised and road closures be advertised throughout the community;

c) The event organiser complies with any conditions set by Council and the NSW Police;

d) A Police escort is organised for the duration of the parade by the event organiser;

e) The Event Risk Assessment and Hazard Summary forms associated with the Event Management Plan are completed and submitted to Council (attached);

f) A current Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency is submitted to Council (attached);

2.7. That the Cootamundra Charity Toy Run Event scheduled for Saturday 13 December 2025 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) An Event Management Plan (EMP) is completed and submitted to Council (attached);

b) A current Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (COC) is provided to Council, noting CGRC, NSW Police and TfNSW as interested parties (update requested);

c) An Emergency Services Agreement is signed and submitted to Council;

d) The event organiser complies with any conditions set by Council and the NSW Police.

2.8. That the Ton Motorcycle Run No. 3 Cootamundra scheduled for Saturday 15 November 2025 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) An Event Management Plan (EMP) from the Cootamundra Antique Motor Club is completed and submitted to Council (attached);

b) A current Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (COC) from the Antique Motor Club is provided to Council, noting CGRC, NSW Police and TfNSW as interested parties (update requested);

c) The event organiser complies with any conditions set by Council and the NSW Police.

Discussion

The Minutes of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee Meeting held 8 May 2025 are submitted for the information of Council and the community.

Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee Meeting Minutes

8 May 2025

MINUTES OF Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council
Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee Meeting
HELD AT THE Alby Schultz Meeting Centre, Cootamundra
ON Thursday, 8 May 2025 AT 10:00am

PRESENT: Gwen Norman (Local Electorate Representative), Wade Sheales (Community and Safety Support Officer), Les Cooper (CGRC Councillor), Ben Smith (Sergeant Riverina Highway Patrol), Tom Walker (Associate Community & Safety Partner)

IN ATTENDANCE: Dominic Lucas (Acting Manager Engineering Services Cootamundra)

1 Acknowledgement of Country

2 Apologies and Leave of Absence

2.1 Apologies

Logan Collins (CGRC Councillor), Justin Knewstub (Sergent Crime Coordinator Riverina Police District), Greg Mineham (Lead Community & Safety Partner), Kylie Grybaitis (CGRC Road Safety Officer).

2.2 Leave of Absence

Nil

3 Disclosures of Interest

4 Confirmation of Minutes

4.1 Minutes of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Thursday 13 February 2025

Recommendation

The Minutes of the Cootamundra-Gundagai Local Traffic Committee Meeting held on Thursday 13 February 2025 be confirmed as a true and correct record of the meeting.

Minutes accepted as true and correct.

5 Reports

5.1 Time Restricted Parking on Wallendoon Street, Cootamundra

Recommendation – Returned to LTC for further consideration

That the two-hour parking restriction in front of the Cootamundra Council Administration Office be extended along Wallendoon Street to Thompson Street and include the Cootamundra Library and Town Hall.

5.2 Temora Street & Parker Street Intersection Safety, Cootamundra

Recommendation - Returned to LTC for further consideration

That TfNSW be requested to determine the appropriate signs and linemarkings at the intersection of Temora Street and Parker Street, recognising the frequency and history on unreported crashes at the intersection.

5.3 Intersection Safety on Stockinbingal Road, Cootamundra

Recommendation

That the GIVE WAY signage on the Boundary Road and Berthong Road approaches to the Stockinbingal Road intersection are replaced with ‘C’ size STOP signs.

That advanced STOP sign warnings be installed.

That unnecessary non-regulatory signs be removed to reduce sign clutter.

That TfNSW investigate the placement of 80km/h speed signs.

That centre barrier lines and hold lines be renewed.

That pavement reflectors be replaced.

That a streetsweeper clean the intersection and approaches.

That the tree branches obscuring visibility along Berthong Rd be trimmed.

5.4 School Bus Limitations on Temora Road, Cootamundra

Recommendation

That NO STOPPING signs be installed 10m from the kerb on both sides of Temora Street on the western side of the Sutton Street and Temora Street intersection.

That a letter be sent to Sacred Heart Central School advising of the proposed placement of the No Stopping signs, to reinforce the parking regulation.

5.5 Muttama Hall 100 Year Event 2025

Recommendation

That approval be given to the Muttama Hall 355 Committee to hold the Muttama Hall 100 Years Celebration event on Saturday 17 May and Sunday 18 May 2025 subject to the following conditions:

1. The event organiser complies with any conditions set by Council and the NSW Police;

2. The Event Management Plan (EMP) is completed and submitted to Council (attached);

3. A current Public Liability Certificate of Currency (COC) is provided by Council (attached);

4. Council provides a Traffic Guidance Scheme (TGS attached) and arranges placement and removal of all speed reduction and event management road signs.

5. That Council’s Event Management Plan template be amended to include “tick boxes” to remind event organisers that public liability insurance certificates have included interested parties (Council, TfNSW and NSW Police) when applicable.

Discussion:

It is noted that CGRC Council does not need to nominate interested parties on the Public Liability Insurance Certificate (Council, TfNSW and NSW Police).

5.6 Book Week Parade Cootamundra 2025

Recommendation

That approval be given for the Cootamundra Community of Schools to hold the 2025 Book Week Parade on Friday the 22 August 2025 subject to the following conditions:

a) The temporary closure of Parker Street between Adams and McKay Street between 10:30am and 12 noon, including Bourke Street at Parker Street and the Woolworths carpark entry exit at Parker Street;

b) That all businesses along the route be advised and road closures be advertised throughout the community;

c) The event organiser complies with any conditions set by Council and the NSW Police;

d) A Police escort is organised for the duration of the parade by the event organiser;

e) The Event Risk Assessment and Hazard Summary forms associated with the Event Management Plan are completed and submitted to Council (attached);

f) A current Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency is submitted to Council (attached);

g) Council has provided a Traffic Guidance Scheme;

h) Council to arrange qualified traffic controllers and barrier placement and removal.

Discussion:

It is noted that the Department of Education do not need to nominate interested parties on the Public Liability Insurance Certificate (Council, TfNSW and NSW Police).

5.7 Charity Toy Run Cootamundra 2025

Recommendation

That the Cootamundra Charity Toy Run Event scheduled for Saturday 13 December 2025 be approved subject to the following conditions:

1. An Event Management Plan (EMP) is completed and submitted to Council (attached);

2. A current Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (COC) is provided to Council, noting CGRC, NSW Police and TfNSW as interested parties (update requested);

3. An Emergency Services Agreement is signed and submitted to Council;

4. The event organiser complies with any conditions set by Council and the NSW Police.

5.8 Ton Run No.3 Motorcycle Event 2025

Recommendation

That the Ton Motorcycle Run No. 3 Cootamundra scheduled for Saturday 15 November 2025 be approved subject to the following conditions:

a) An Event Management Plan (EMP) from the Cootamundra Antique Motor Club is completed and submitted to Council (attached);

b) A current Public Liability Insurance Certificate of Currency (COC) from the Antique Motor Club is provided to Council, noting CGRC, NSW Police and TfNSW as interested parties (update requested);

c) The event organiser complies with any conditions set by Council and the NSW Police.

5.9 Upcoming Events

Recommendation

For the Committee’s information.

5.10 General Business

Discussion:

1. Speed Reduction on First Avenue Gundagai

Council writes to the Director of the Pre-School to advise that TfNSW do not provide , nor will approve the installation of 40km/h school speed zones on approaches to Kindergartens and Pre-Schools. The letter needs to provide contact details for TfNSW for any follow up discussion.

2. Disability Friendly Parking in Residential Locations

Council writes to the Resident to advise that Council does not support the installation of accessible parking spaces on a public road in a residential area.

3. Parking Lines in Parker Street, Cootamundra.

The installation of parking lines in Parker Street is not endorsed.

4. Land Rover World Record Convoy Options

Council does not support Land Rover World Record Convoy Event in the CGRC LGA due to effect on traffic flow and safety.

5. Cootamundra Abattoir Access Safety Concerns

TfNSW to review existing speed zone noting entry and exit of heavy slow moving vehicles.

The installation of Truck Entry / Exit signs and other sign options will be installed following consultation with TfNSW.

Council write to AMG recommending a review of their operation at the entry gate and gatehouse to ensure that trucks stop in close proximity to the gate to avoid queuing onto the road.

6. 15T Weight Restriction Request for Hoskins Street, Stockinbingal.

Noted

7. 15T Weight Restriction Request for Stratton Avenue, Cootamundra

Noted

8. Speed Reduction request for Old Gundagai Road, Cootamundra.

Noted

9. 2025 Variety B to Bash Event

Noted

10. NSW Police recommended the installation of a 50km/h repeater sign along Yass Rd adjacent to the Southbound lane, between South West Fuels and the railway level crossing.

11. Concerns were raised regarding faded linemarkings in the CGRC LGA, especially Stop and Give Way lines.

The Meeting closed at 12:45pm.

The minutes of this meeting were confirmed at the Cootamundra-Gundagai Ordinary Council Meeting held on 27 May 2025.

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CHAIRPERSON GENERAL MANAGER

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

8.1 General Manager Office

8.1.1 2025-26 Determination of the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal - Councillor Fees and Additional Mayoral Fee

DOCUMENT NUMBER

437677

REPORTING OFFICER

Teresa Breslin, Executive Assistant to Mayor and General Manager

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Roger Bailey, Interim General Manager

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.2 Proactive, practical Council leaders who are aligned with community needs and values

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Potential increase of between $10,060 - $73,840 from Mayor and Councillors expenses budget.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

In accordance with s.239 and 241 of the Local Government Act 1993.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. LGRT 2025 Annual Determination ⇩

Recommendation

1. Council determine the Councillors annual fee effective 1^st July, 2025 in the range of $10,530 - $18,890.

2. Council determine the Mayors annual fee effective 1^st July, 2025 in the range of $16,820 - $40,530.

3. Consistent with resolution 173/2022 Council continue to support superannuation contribution payments for Councillors, subject to individual Councillors nominating an eligible superannuation account, thus enabling superannuation payments to commence.

Introduction

Division 5 of the Local Government Act, 1993 (the Act), describes what fees, expenses and facilities may be paid or provided to Councillors.

Every year Council must adopt fees as described by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal (the Tribunal) for the coming financial year. Each Council is categorised by the Tribunal and fees are set for each category for their consideration.

Additionally, under Section 254B of the Local Government Act, 1993 Councils may resolve to make superannuation contributions to Councillors.

Discussion

The Tribunal annually determines a range of fees for the remuneration of Councillors and Mayors. Each year, councils must consider the reviewed fees and make a resolution prior to the 1^st July. The full Annual Determination report is attached to this report.

2 years ago, Cootamundra-Gundagai Regional Council (CGRC) was placed into a new category called ‘Rural Large’. Prior to this CGRC was in the ‘Rural’ Category.

The fees for ‘Rural Large’ and ‘Rural’ councils are detailed in the tables below:

Councillor Annual Fee ($) effective 1 July 2025

Category	Minimum	Maximum
Rural Large	10,530	18,890
Rural	10,530	13,930

Mayor Additional Fee* ($) effective 1 July 2025

Category	Minimum	Maximum
Rural Large	16,820	40,530
Rural	11,210	30,390

Financial

Last year, Council adopted to remain at the 23/24 maximum ‘Rural’ amount payable of $13,030 (Councillor annual fee) and $28,430 (Mayors additional annual fee) for 2024/25.

Council is required to consider the annual fee between the minimum and maximum amounts determined by the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal, applicable to the category that council is allocated into.

If Council were to adopt the maximum Councillor fee determined for the applicable category, that being $18,890, that would be an increase of $5860, per Councillor.

If Council were to adopt the maximum additional Mayoral fee determined for the applicable category, that being $40,530, that would be an increase of $21,100.

If the above allocation is adopted, this will be an increase of $73,840 from the Mayor and Councillor expenses budget.

However;

If Council were to adopt the maximum Councillor fee determined for the ‘Rural’ category, that being $13,930 that would be an increase of $900 per Councillor.

If Council were to adopt the maximum additional Mayoral fee determined for the ‘Rural’ category, that being, $30,390 that would be an increase of $1,960.

If the above allocation is adopted, this will be an increase of $10,060 from the Mayor and Councillor expenses budget.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Does not conflict with guidelines.

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

8.1.4 2025 Rural and Regional Summit Summary

DOCUMENT NUMBER

437698

REPORTING OFFICER

Teresa Breslin, Executive Assistant to Mayor and General Manager

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Roger Bailey, Interim General Manager

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.4 Recognised as a premier local government Council that represents and advocates for community needs

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Recommendation

The 2025 Rural and Regional Summit summary report, be received and noted.

Introduction

Cr Abb McAlister (Mayor), and Roger Bailey (Interim General Manager) attended the Rural and Regional Summit on May 8^th, 2025, hosted by Local Government NSW.

This summary report has been prepared by Roger Bailey, Interim General Manager.

Overview

The 2025 Rural and Regional Summit brought together local government representatives, state ministers, departmental executives, and key stakeholders to address the pressing issues affecting rural and regional councils in NSW. The event was hosted and moderated by journalist Michael Pascoe and opened by Cr Darriea Turley on behalf of LGNSW President Cr Phyllis Miller OAM.

Session Summaries

Session 1: Ministerial Address – Hon. Ron Hoenig MP, Minister for Local Government

· Local Government (LG) is described as the “purest form of government.”

· The Minister reaffirmed the Government's position that there will be no forced amalgamations, citing negative consequences from past mergers.

· Emphasised the independence and uniqueness of local government as the third tier of government.

· Financial Sustainability Review: The Minister committed to engaging with councils on the Government’s response.

· Highlighted concerns about depreciation schedules and opaque financial systems, noting agreement from the Auditor-General.

· Proposed reforms include greater flexibility in rating categories.

Session 2: Government Response to Financial Sustainability Review

Presenter: Brett Whitworth, Deputy Secretary, Office of Local Government

· Emphasis on creating a framework for sustainability and resilience in LG.

· Focus areas: financial sustainability, disaster recovery, councillor conduct, renewable energy adaptation, governance.

· FAGs (Financial Assistance Grants): Concerns raised about the allocation model; the Deputy Secretary is now Deputy Chair of the Grants Commission.

· Advance FAGs payments may not occur this year.

· Regional collaboration through JOs (Joint Organisations) was discussed; challenges around boundaries and voluntary cooperation noted.

· Councillor conduct: Recent actions taken demonstrate progress but adherence to due process remains essential.

Session 3: Building Reforms for Rural and Regional Areas

Presenter: James Sherrard, NSW Building Commissioner

· Support for proposed Building Bills to strengthen regulation.

· Key challenges:

o Trade shortages leading to unlicensed work.

o Outdated skillsets impacting construction quality.

o Lack of private certifiers adding pressure to councils.

· Comparative performance data showed no material difference between council and private certifiers.

· Complaints Data (last 6 months): 2,986 complaints – 32% from regional NSW.

o Top complaint categories: house construction, roofing, solar installations, etc.

· Site Visits (Wagga Wagga/Albury region, 28 Apr – 2 May):

o 118 inspections: 36 electrical, 41 building, 41 compliance.

o Compliance outcomes included infringement notices and non-compliance findings.

· Priorities: education, engagement, and improved information sharing between councils and the Commission.

Session 4: Invasive Species

Presenter: Dr Marion Healy PSM, NSW Independent Biosecurity Commissioner

· Key initiatives and strategies for managing invasive species were outlined (details not specified in notes).

Partner Address: nbn Local

Presenter: Tom O’Dea, Head of Regional Development and Engagement, nbn Local

· Addressed broadband access challenges and commitments in regional NSW (limited detail provided).

Session 5: Local Water Utilities

Presenter: Hon. Rose Jackson MLC, Minister for Water

· Water service delivery remains a significant challenge, especially in Western NSW.

· Reiterated Government commitment to public ownership of water utilities.

· PFAS testing: Of 83 authorities, only four detected PFAS; groundwater testing to follow.

· Call for improved coordination with Housing NSW to expand social and affordable housing.

Session 6: Excellence in Disaster Recovery – Local Government Perspective

Panel: Cr Chris Roylance, Cr Steve Krieg, Cr Mathew Hatcher, Cr Kevin Beatty

· Discussion of best practices and challenges in local disaster response and community recovery efforts for their natural disasters.

Session 7: Working Across Government in Disaster Response

Presenters: Mal Lanyon APM (NSW Reconstruction Authority) & Brendan Moon AM (National Emergency Management Agency)

· Emphasised the importance of collaboration between local, state, and federal agencies in disaster management.

Session 8: Shadow Ministerial Address

Presenter: Wendy Tuckerman MP, Shadow Minister for Local Government

· Criticised lack of advocacy around increasing FAGs.

· Urged councils to advocate directly with federal members.

· Expressed concern over delays in progressing the Code of Conduct (CoC) reforms.

Closing Remarks

The Summit concluded with final comments from MC Michael Pascoe and Cr Darriea Turley (on behalf of Cr Phyllis Miller OAM). The day’s discussions reinforced the need for strong advocacy, improved systems, and collaborative approaches across all levels of government to support the unique needs of rural and regional communities.

Financial

No further financial implications associated with this report.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Purpose of this report does not conflict with guidelines.

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

8.3.2 Finance Update - April 2025

DOCUMENT NUMBER

436894

REPORTING OFFICER

Peter Smith, Interim Finance Manager

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Roger Bailey, Interim General Manager

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.1 A clear strategic direction that is delivered upon

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Recommendation

The Finance Update report, be received and noted.

Report

The March Finance Update has been reviewed and no issues have been detected.

Operations

Income

The operational income is at 79% when comparing actual to budget, with the annual rates already being recognised as income but becoming due and payable quarterly throughout the year.

Department	Income Actual	Income Budget	Variance	Result	Comment
Building Department	$600,534	$647,616	93%	J	Fees from new development in Cootamundra received
Business Department	$72,352	$311,600	23%	J
Engineering Cootamundra	$4,094,100	$6,642,489	62%	J
Engineering Gundagai	$116,936	$2,654,988	4%	J
Executive Department	$62,720	$223,600	28%	J
Finance Department	$7,780,839	$10,517,795	74%	J
Rates Cootamundra	$6,801,789	$7,028,139	97%	J
Rates Gundagai	$4,407,916	$4,532,162	97%	J
Services Cootamundra	$3,447,216	$3,633,750	95%	J
Services Gundagai	$1,255,522	$1,610,000	78%	J
Sewer Cootamundra	$2,585,512	$2,910,807	89%	J
Sewer Gundagai	$632,514	$768,442	82%	J
Water Cootamundra	$3,112,429	$3,267,356	95%	J
Water Gundagai	$1,546,277	$1,629,444	95%	J
Total	$36,516,657	$46,378,188	79%	J

Expenditure

Operational Expenditure is at 73% when comparing actual to budget.

Department	Expense Actual	Expense Budget	% Spent	Result	Comment
Building Department	$1,336,328	$1,763,671	76%	J
Business Department	$2,876,721	$3,499,004	82%	J
Engineering Cootamundra	$9,380,186	$9,576,544	98%	J
Engineering Gundagai	$5,553,590	$5,210,819	107%	J
Executive Department	$1,639,566	$2,348,537	70%	J
Finance Department	$11,076,700	$20,447,706	54%	J
Services Cootamundra	$4,504,930	$5,744,946	78%	J
Services Gundagai	$1,971,784	$2,608,305	76%	J
Sewer Cootamundra	$600,655	$1,581,693	38%	J
Sewer Gundagai	$492,538	$784,319	63%	J
Water Cootamundra	$1,949,212	$2,812,625	69%	J
Water Gundagai	$540,549	$1,210,655	45%	J
Total	$41,922,760	$57,588,824	73%	J

Capital

Income

Capital income is at 20% of budget when comparing actual to budget.

Asset Category	Total YTD.	Budget	%Received	Result	Comments
Plant & Equipment - Cootamundra	$222,535	$473,550	47%	J
Plant & Equipment - Gundagai	$164,974	$498,950	33%	J
Property Disposal – Cootamundra	$0	$1,000,000	0%	J
Property Disposal – Gundagai	$0	$0	0%	J
TOTAL	$387,509	$1,972,500	20%	J

Expenditure

Capital expenditure is at 51% of budget when comparing actual to budget.

Asset Category	Total YTD	Budget	% Spent	Result	Comments
Cootamundra Land	(83,497.29)	$301,785	-28%	J	Reimbursement received from insurance for the Oliver Selwyn purchase. Part of the original expenditure was incurred in the prior financial year.
Cootamundra Plant	1,916,407.01	$2,142,264	89%	J
Cootamundra Roads	1,750,655.38	$3,697,854	47%	J	Works schedule to be completed by EOFY
Cootamundra Building	524,426.84	$1,059,556	49%	J
Cootamundra Recreation	450,259.92	$594,117	76%	J
Cootamundra Waste	200,394.86	$242,000	83%
Cootamundra Bridges	-	$0	0%	J
Cootamundra Water	745,886.26	$1,036,527	72%	J
Cootamundra Sewer	718,294.84	$3,070,300	23%	J
Gundagai Building	249,668.76	$931,858	27%	J
Gundagai Recreation	509,149.59	$1,071,273	48%	J
Gundagai Waste	-	$720,000	0%	J
Gundagai Bridges	1,357,587.30	$1,480,757	92%	J
Gundagai Plant	976,353.41	$1,300,000	75%	J
Gundagai Roads	2,280,941.69	$2,815,746	81%	J
Gundagai Water	715,678.66	$3,241,336	22%	J
Gundagai Sewer	179,917.98	$633,000	28%	J
IT		$50,000	0%	J
Total	$12,492,125	$24,388,373	51%	J

Financial

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

8.5.2 Cootamundra Engineering Report - May 2025

DOCUMENT NUMBER

437184

REPORTING OFFICER

Julie Buckley, Operations Support Officer

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Trevor Dando, Acting Deputy General Manager Operations

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

5. Integrated and accessible region

5.2 Easily accessible from major cities and other regional towns

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Recommendation

The Cootamundra Engineering Report for the month of May 2025 be noted.

Introduction

The Cootamundra Engineering Report for the month of May 2025 is submitted for the information of Council and the community.

Discussion

Fixing Local Roads

Sealing of Stage 2 of the Hovell Street works was completed on 9 May 2025. Kerb works on Stage 3 of the Hovell Street have been completed and Stage 3 earthworks has commenced.

State Roads

Stage 2 heavy patching works on Burley Griffin Way, west of Stockinbingal have been completed.

Table drain cleaning and shoulder rehabilitation on the Olympic Highway, north of Cootamundra are continuing.

RMCC crews have undertaken minor pavement repairs and weed spraying.

Water and Sewer

Tenders for the Betts Street Sewerage Pumping Station (SPS) Rising Main Replacement have closed and submissions are being evaluated.

General Works

Gravel patching and maintenance grading has been carried out in the Brawlin area, Millvale Road and Faulks Lane.

Jet patching has been carried out on Silo Road, West Jindalee, the Olympic Highway, Burley Griffin Way and various locations throughout the municipality.

Council’s crews have undertaken guidepost, sign and footpath maintenance in the Cootamundra township.

Flood Studies

Following completion of the Cootamundra Floodplain Risk Management Study and Plan in 2023, flood management specialists have been engaged to progress some of the key recommended floodplain risk management measures for the following projects:

· Cootamundra Flood Warning System review.

· Cootamundra Turf Club Detention Basin and McGowan Street Levee Feasibility Study.

Inland Rail Project - Illabo to Stockinbingal

John Holland Pty Ltd is the principal contractor undertaking the Illabo to Stockinbingal section of the project on behalf of Inland Rail Pty Ltd. Their role is to prepare detailed design drawings and develop various supporting documents prior to constructing the new freight rail line. Significant interaction and involvement have been taking place in recent weeks between Council Engineers and Planners, and the John Holland and ARTC teams as the designs and documents are being developed. Sometimes up to four meetings per week varying from 1 to 3 hours are being scheduled requiring a significant investment of staff time.

The packages of work affecting Council include:

· E3 - Public Level Crossings

· E9 - Old Cootamundra Underbridge

· H9 - Dudauman Creek Underbridge

· M2 - Public Roads (Old Cootamundra Road, Dudauman Road, Corby’s Lane, Troy Street & Burley Griffin Way)

Design plans for the above works are being provided to Council for review and comments at several stages of the design. In addition, Risk Management plans during the design phases are also being reviewed during on-line meetings. Other documents currently under review and being commented on include:

· L2 – Maintenance Responsibility Plan

· D9 - Flood Assessment –Transmittal TBA

The following documents have previously been commented on by Council’s Planners:

· Site Establishment Management Plan

· Noise & Vibration Management Plan

· Soil & Water Management Plan

· Heritage Management Plan

· Flood Emergency Management Plan.

Financial

Projects funded from various funding sources, as noted above.

Maintenance works funded from the General Fund.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Report purpose does not conflict with guidelines.

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

8.6.2 Plant Replacement Program 2025/2026

DOCUMENT NUMBER

433272

REPORTING OFFICER

Belle Mooney, Operations Support Officer

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Trevor Dando, Acting Deputy General Manager Operations

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.2 Proactive, practical Council leaders who are aligned with community needs and values

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Plant Replacement Budget of $2.6m gross purchase, $650k asset disposals, resulting in net capital purchase of $1.95m.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Recommendation

1. The 2025/2026 Plant Replacement Program be endorsed.

2. Council endorses the 2025/2026 Plant Replacement Budget of $2.6m gross purchase, $650k asset disposals, resulting in net capital purchase of $1.95m.

3. Following endorsement of the 2025/26 budget, Council authorise the advance ordering of plant given the significant lead times expected.

Introduction

The plant replacement program has been reviewed by relevant managers and finalised in preparation for 25-26 financial year. This typically would be adopted with the financial budget, however, early consideration of plant is warranted due to the extended wait times for plant purchasing.

Discussion

The plant replacement program has been developed based on the plant items that have met their scheduled replacement date, plant items that have high utilization resulting in the need for replacement and management of cash flows across financial years and budget areas. Plant items are split into three key areas, light vehicles – leaseback, light vehicles – operational and heavy vehicles. Managers have contacted relevant vehicle suppliers, who have provided estimated timeframes for plant delivery.

Heavy Plant Table 1 outlines the Heavy Plant items scheduled for replacement in the 25-26 financial year, the approximate value of the plant, the suppliers estimated delivery timeframe and those intended to be procured before the 25-26 financial year.

Table 1 –Heavy Plant Replacement FY 2025 – 2026 – Gundagai

Plant Number	Description	Estimated Sale of existing Plant item	Estimated Purchase Price	Net Purchase Cost	Comments
3217	Hino 300 Series dual Cab	$20,750	$125,000	$104,250	Replace Due to age
3409	Hino 300 Series Single Cab Tipper	$21,250	$87,750	$66,500	Replace Due to age
3202	Concrete Dual Cab Truck	$25,000	$90,000	$65,000	Replace Due to age
NEW PLANT	Lime Spreader		$175,000	$175,000	Creates efficiencies
2304	Smooth Drum Roller	$40,000	$200,000	$160,000	Replace Due to age
2002	Hyster Forklift – Landfill	$15,000	$85,000	$70,000	Replace Due to age
NEW PLANT	Dual Reel Spray Unit		$25,000	$25,000
NEW PLANT	Flail Mower Attachment (72in Mower)		$15,000	$15,000
6227	John Deere 72 In Mower	$8,300	$35,000	$26,700	Replace Due to Repairs
Total		$130,000	$887,750	$757,450

Table 2 – Light Plant Replacement FY 2025 – 2026 – Gundagai

Plant Number	Description	Estimated Sale of Existing Plant item	Estimated Purchase Price	Net Purchase Cost	Comments
7049	2020 Ford Everest	$26,500	$58,000	$31,500	139,232 km
7053	2021 Ford Ranger	$28,000	$58,000	$30,000	139,522 km
7058	2021 Toyota Rav4	$28,000	$56,000	$28,000	149,184 km
7059	2021 Mitsubishi Triton	$30,000	$62,000	$32,000	107,123 km
7064	2022 Nissan Navara	$28,000	$54,000	$26,000	122,479 km
7068	2023 Ford Ranger	$30,000	$62,000	$32,000	117,194 km
7539	2017 Mazda BT-50	$23,000	$50,000	$27,000	129,044 km
7542	2019 Holden Colorado	$21,000	$52,000	$31,000	92,878 km
7530	2018 Toyota Landcruiser	$25,650	$90,000	$64,350	123,143 km
7531	2018 Holden Colorado	$17,250	$45,000	$27,750	122,234 km
Total		$257,400	$587,000	$329,100

Table 3 – Heavy Plant Replacement FY 2025 – 2026 – Cootamundra

Plant Number	Description	Estimated Sale of existing Plant item	Estimated Purchase Price	Net Purchase Cost	Comments
1103	2013 Komatsu Mini Excavator	$10,000.00	$120,000	$110,000	Replace Due to age
6214	Walker Mower Tractor	$10,000.00	$55,000	$45,000	Replace Due to age
6008	2015 JCB Telehandler	$20,000.00	$130,000	$110,000	Replace Due to age
3213	2017 Isuzu NPR Truck	$15,000.00	$110,000	$95,000	Replace Due to age
4004	Compact Utility Tractor	$5,000	$30,000	$25,000	Replace Due to age
3216	717 Tipper 300 Series	$15,000	$75,000	$60,000	Replace Due to age
6223	Walker Mower	$10,000	$35,000	$25,000	Replace Due to age
3215	717 Tipper 300 Series	$15,000	$75,000	$60,000	Replace Due to age
NEW PLANT	Concrete Trailer		$8,000	$8,000
NEW PLANT	Heavy Duty Slasher		$15,000	$15,000
NEW PLANT	EEL Camera		$15,000	$15,000
NEW PLANT	Vacuum Trailer		$60,000	$60,000
NEW PLANT	Water Cart Jetter Attach		$15,000	$15,000
Total		$100,000	$743,000	$643,000

Table 4 – Light Plant Replacement FY 2025 – 2026 – Cootamundra

Plant Number	Description	Estimated Sale of existing Plant item	Estimated Purchase Price	Net Purchase Cost	Comments
7007	2017 Toyota Corolla	$10,750	$40,000	$29,250	93,217 km
7033	2018 Holden Equinox	$10,500	$55,000	$44,500	135,790 km
7526	2017 Toyota HiLux	$15,650	$45,000	$29,350	119,385 km
7537	2019 Toyota Landcruiser	$28,650	$90,000	$61,350	161,303 km
7540	2019 Holden Colorado	$17,250	$45,000	$27,750	122,234 km
7536	2018 Holden Colorado	$17,250	$45,000	$27,750	120,660 km
Total		$100,050	320,000	$219,950

Financial

The plant replacement program will result in a total capital expenditure allocation of $2,600,000 being assigned from the 25-26 financial year budget. Of this, an allocation to be determined may be committed prior to the financial year.

The proposed budget is detailed in Table 5. A significant portion of replacement program will be funded through plant hire income when plant is utilised on projects, along with income from sale of the plant items being replaced.

Table 5 – Operating and Capital Budget 2025-2026

Plant Budget 25/26

Operating income
Leaseback fees	($ 75,000)
Diesel fuel rebate	($ 114,000)
Insurance reimbursements	($ 10,000)
Plant hire income	($ 3,800,000)
Total operating income	($ 3,999,000)

Operating expenditure
Salaries and wages	$ 466,922
Materials purchased	$ 980,480
Fuel	$ 1,085,774
Insurance	$ 226,359
Registration	$ 220,094
Depot expenditure	$ 52,363
Total operating expenditure	$ 3,031,992

Net operating surplus	($ 967,008)
Capital income
Sale of plant – (Heavy & Light)	($ 650,000)
Interest on reserve	($ 15,000)
Total capital income	($ 665,000)
Capital expense
Purchase of Heavy & Light Plant Purchase	$2,600,000
Equipment purchase	$ 0
Total capital expense	$ 2,600,000

Net capital expenditure	$ 1,935,000

Plant Deficit 25/26	$ 967,992

Plant Reserves
Opening plant reserve	$ 2,565,453
Transfer to/(from) reserve	$ (967,992)
Closing plant Reserves	$ 1,597,461

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Procuring plant promptly, is aimed at ensuring that the Plant Replacement Program 2025-2026 does not roll into the 26-27 financial year, where it will have additional implications due to the demerger, if that still goes ahead. Plant replacement is a regular budget item in our operational plan and this year there will be no purchases that will result in contracts being entered into over $250,000.

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

8.6.3 Update on Plant Replacement Program 2024/25

DOCUMENT NUMBER

422005

REPORTING OFFICER

Belle Mooney, Operations Support Officer

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Trevor Dando, Acting Deputy General Manager Operations

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

4. Collaborative and progressive leadership

4.2 Proactive, practical Council leaders who are aligned with community needs and values

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

Nil.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Recommendation

That Council note the update report on the Plant Replacement Program for 2024/25 financial year.

Introduction

The 2024/25 Plant Replacement Program was adopted by Council at the Ordinary Meeting on 23 April 2024 (Min.no.095/2024). This report is to provide an update to Council on the completion of the Plant Replacement Program for 2024/25.

Discussion

The 2024/25 Plant Replacement Program was developed based on the plant items that have met their scheduled replacement date, plant items that have high utilisation resulting in the need for replacement and management of cash flows across financial years and budget areas. Plant items are split into three key areas – leaseback, light vehicles (operational) and heavy vehicles.

The following four tables provide an update and the financial section provide an update on what was achieved for Council’s Plant Replacement Program for the 24/25 financial year.

Table 1 –Heavy Plant Replacement FY 2024 / 2025 – Gundagai

Plant Number	Description	Comments
3604	2015 Hino 700 Tipper	Replaced
2303	HAMM Roller	Replaced
5007	Tipper Trailer to match Plant 3604	Replaced
3218	Hino 300 Series Dual Cab	Replaced
3218	Hino 300 Series Dual Cab	Replaced
6002	Sewer Jetter	Replaced
3401	Bridge Truck – To be replaced with a Semi Trailer Tipper	Replaced
3004	Hako Footpath Scrubber	New Scrubber on Order (treated as committed funds for 24/25FY)
3217	Hino 300 Series Dual Cab	Not Replaced*
3409	Hino 300 Series Single Cab Tipper	Not Replaced*
3202	Concrete Dual Cab Truck	Not Replaced*

Note: Items marked with an * will be rolled over to the 25/26 FY Program due to disposal income not being as high as anticipated.

Table 2 –Light Plant Replacement FY 2024 / 2025 – Gundagai

Plant Number	Description	Comments
7510	2015 Ford Ranger Single Cab	Replaced
7056	Isuzu DMax	Replaced
7530	2018 Toyota Landcruiser	Replaced
7035	2018 Holden Equinox FWD	Replaced
7502	2012 Toyota Hilux 4x2 Single Cab	Not Replaced*

Note: Items marked with an * will be rolled over to the 25/26 FY Program due to disposal income not being as high as anticipated.

Table 3 – Heavy Plant Replacement FY 2024 / 2025 – Cootamundra

Plant Number	Description	Comments
3608	Isuzu Jetpatcher	New Jetpatcher on Order (treated as committed funds for 24/25FY)
3405	Mitsubishi Water Cart	Replaced
6215	Kubota Mower	Replaced
6216	Kubota Mower	Replaced
6217	Kubota Mower	Replaced
NEW	Lime Spreader	New Plant
6214	Walker Mower	Not Replaced. Rolled over to 26 FY*

Note: Items marked with an * will be rolled over to the 25/26 FY Program due to disposal income not being as high as anticipated.

Table 4 – Light Plant Replacement FY 2024 / 2025 – Cootamundra

Plant Number	Description	Comments
7021	Ford Escape	Replaced
7051	Mazda CX-9	Replaced
7038	Toyota Fortuner	Replaced
7541	Holden Colorado	Replaced
7034	Holden Equinox	Replaced
7052	Subaru Outback	Replaced
7007	Toyota Corolla	Not Replaced*
7537	Toyota Landcruiser	Not Replaced*

Note: Items marked with an * will be rolled over to the 25/26 FY Program due to disposal income not being as high as anticipated.

Financial

The plant replacement program for both Gundagai and Cootamundra are presented in Tables 5 and 6 below. The main variance that affected reaching the target of all the plant nominated being replaced, was that the disposal income was well below anticipated (58% for Gundagai and 46% for Cootamundra.

As a result, 7 out of the 31 (22%) plant replacements were not able to occur, in order to stay within the budget for 24/25FY.

In preparing the fleet replacement program for 25/26FY a more conservative estimate for disposal income has been factored in.

Table 5 – Actual v Budget for FY 2024 / 2025 – Gundagai

	Budget	Actual
Purchases	1,300,000	$847,758
Committed	Nil	$128,595
Less Disposal Income	$498,950	$207,737
Total	$801,050	$768,616

Table 6 – Actual v Budget for FY 2024 / 2025 – Cootamundra

	Budget	Actual
Purchases	1,300,000	$1,399,422
Carry over	$808,049⁺	Nil
Committed	Nil	$447,919
Less Disposal Income	$473,550	$253,336
Total	$1,634,499	$1,594,005

Note: + The 2024 FY plant budget was undersubscribed by $808,049 so was carried forward.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

Procuring plant promptly, was aimed at ensuring the Plant Replacement Program 2024/25 did not roll into the 2025/26 financial year. As can be seen above, this strategy has placed Council in good stead to overcome the long lead times for plant purchases and enable it to achieve all the required purchases by May 2025. This will continue to be implemented for the 25/26FY.

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

8.7 Regional Services Gundagai

8.7.1 Gundagai Regional Services Works Report

DOCUMENT NUMBER

437649

REPORTING OFFICER

Donna Britton, Operations Support Officer - Facilities

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Trevor Dando, Acting Deputy General Manager Operations

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

2. A region for the future

3.2 We have attractive towns and villages

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

Nil

Recommendation

The Gundagai Regional Services Department, Monthly works report be received and noted.

Introduction

This report is an overview of the works Gundagai Regional Services performed over the previous month and intends to give an update on the ongoing works and projects being conducted.

Discussion

This report covers the Regional Services projects and works over the month, detailing the operational activities, information on the progress of projects and the routine duties of this division.

Gundagai Parks & Gardens Section – Parks, Reserves, Sporting Fields, and Playgrounds - Achievements for the month include:

· Sporting fields have been marked for upcoming games and athletic carnivals.

· Sheridan Street irrigation and topsoil has been completed.

· Fire mitigation at Nangus Western fire break, Muttama and Coolac have been completed.

· General maintenance on all parks and common areas

· Muttama Village maintenance has been undertaken prior to the Muttama Hall 100-year celebrations on the 17^th and 18^th of May 2025.

Cemeteries – North Gundagai Lawn & Monumental, South Gundagai, Tumblong, Coolac, Mount Adrah, Muttama, Adjungbilly, Nangus, Wagragobilly (Darbalara). Cemetery work activities this month include:

· There were 4 interments across the Gundagai Cemeteries.

· There have been 6 headstones, and 2 plaques installed.

· Preparation of beam for installation of granite desktops on new beam.

· Irrigation in the Lawn cemetery has had repairs completed.

Biosecurity –

Targets for the current Weed Action Plan (WAP) are almost completed with only inspections on waterways and one high risk site to be completed.

These will be completed in the coming weeks.

BIS Records for inspections:

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Spray Records for the month of April 2025

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Gundagai Public & Council Facilities:

Gundagai RV Park Income April 2025

· 01/04/25 – 30/04/25 - Total Income $284.80

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Gundagai Transfer Station Key April 2025

· 01/04/25 – 30/04/25 - General Income $60.00

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Gundagai Landfill/Transfer April 2025

· 01/04/25 – 30/04/25 - General Income $3362.72

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Gundagai Standpipe Income April 2025

· Income from the Water Standpipe for the month of April. May income is yet to be received.

Note* Figures are GST inclusive.

2024/2025		Avdata Payments /Council Income	Usage -Customers /Account Holders
		GST Incl.
2024	July	$ 2,436.40	9
2024	August	$ 1,419.79	9
2024	September	$ 1,250.29	10
2024	October	$ 1,808.12	12
2024	November	$ 2,951.04	16
2024	December	$ 2,010.09	12
2025	January	$ 1,092.14	14
2025	February	$ 1,800.73	16
2025	March	$ 2,072.03	12
2025	April	$ 1,989.69	16
2025	May
2025	June

2024/2025	Totals	$ 18,830.32	126

Gundagai Saleyards Truck Wash April 2025

· Income from the Saleyards Truck wash for the month of April. May income is yet to be received.

Note* Figures are GST inclusive.

2024/2025		Avdata Payments /Council Income	Usage -Customers /Account Holders
		GST Incl.
2024	July	$ 3,157.14	35
2024	August	$ 2,123.91	35
2024	September	$ 3,313.23	30
2024	October	$ 2,418.47	28
2024	November	$ 2,277.33	30
2024	December	$ 3,435.11	32
2025	January	$ 3,073.22	33
2025	February	$ 3,421.08	31
2025	March	$ 2,755.69	32
2025	April	$ 3,773.47	35
2025	May
2025	June

2024/2025	Totals	$ 29,748.65	321

Compliance:

Compliance with the Companion Animals Act 1998

Local Government (General) Regulation 2021 – Reg 217(1)(f)

Companion Animal: A notice was issued for a dog in South Gundagai for being at large in a Public Place.

Financial

There are no further financial implications as all work has been carried out as per the approved 23/24 budget allocations.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

There are no implications to the guidelines.

Ordinary Council Meeting Agenda

27 May 2025

8.8 Regional Services Cootamundra

8.8.1 Regional Services - Cootamundra Monthly Report to Council

DOCUMENT NUMBER

436932

REPORTING OFFICER

Shelley Liehr, Operations Support Officer

AUTHORISING OFFICER

Trevor Dando, Acting Deputy General Manager Operations

RELEVANCE TO COMMUNITY STRATEGIC PLAN

2. A region for the future

2.2 A thriving region that attracts people to live, work and visit

FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS

There are no Financial implications associated with this report.

LEGISLATIVE IMPLICATIONS

There are no Legislative implications associated with this report.

POLICY IMPLICATIONS

There are no Policy implications associated with this report.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Muttama Creek Masterplan Media Release ⇩

Recommendation

The Regional Services Cootamundra Monthly Works Report be received and noted.

Introduction

This report has been prepared to inform Council of the activities undertaken by the Regional Services – Cootamundra Department over the month of April 2025.

Discussion

Parks & Gardens

With the weather cooling and the lack of rainfall the mowing this month has slowed up. Irrigation in parks and sports fields helped maintain good playing surfaces for sport considering dry weather. Jubilee Park has been manually irrigated whilst staff are investigating options to overcome wiring issues. These issues will be rectified over winter, ready for the Spring growth.

The cenotaphs at Cootamundra, Wallendbeen and Stockinbingal were all prepared for the Anzac Day ceremonies. This included general pruning, mulching, cleaning plaques, weeding and mowing as well as the planting of new roses at Stockinbingal cenotaph.

Winter sports are now in full swing with all sporting grounds prepared and line marked.

The pruning and removing of various street trees have been undertaken in the last weeks of April as the colder weather has hit. The focus has been working on the completion of customer requests which are heavily directed at street trees. Parks staff will continue to create inroads with completing the requests over the next few months. The street tree planting and replacements will begin in July/August.

Saleyards / Truck Wash

Ongoing weed maintenance has been conducted to keep the yards at a manageable level. No sheep sales have occurred.

In April, the truck wash recorded 138 transactions, invoicing a total of $7,903.94.

Cemeteries

During April, two burials took place at the Cootamundra Lawn Cemetery, with two plaques affixed.

Conservation grant applications for the Stockinbingal and Wallendbeen Cemeteries were submitted in October. We are still awaiting notification of the outcome from the Biodiversity Conservation Trust. If successful, these grants will support the preservation of small sections of natural Grassy Box woodlands—one of the few remaining habitats of this type in New South Wales.

Staff also held a follow-up meeting with a contractor to further discuss the development of the Cootamundra Cemetery Masterplan.

Regulatory Services

Total registration fees collected for April amounted to $2,468.

Ranger / Regulatory

Multiple notices have been issued notifying owners of animals requiring registration. Investigations into several dog attacks have been completed. Education programmes are continuing for dog owners regarding dogs off leash in non- off leash areas. One call-out was received for straying sheep over the Easter weekend, all animals were returned.

An audit of the Companion Animal Register has commenced for 2025 and will be monitored for compliance in accordance with the Companion Animals Act.

During Term 1 Council’s Ranger introduced a school-based Animal Awareness Program which proved popular with both students and teachers. The Program will be made available to more schools throughout the year.

Animal Statistics	Dogs	Cats
Seized	7	11
Released to Owner	2	0
Surrendered	2	10
Rehomed	3	2
Euthanised	0	2
Waiting for Rehoming	2	7

Six infringement notices were issued throughout May. Five of these were for failure to microchip or register animals, one was in relation to a littering offence.

Monitoring of abandoned vehicles continues in accordance with the legislated Public Spaces (Unattended Property) Act. Notification stickers were placed on two vehicles, these vehicles have since been removed.

Facilities

The Quad Skull Boat has been installed and is on display at the Heritage Centre. An electrician has been arranged to install additional lighting and the tv for the story board.

The old timber picket fence at Bradman Birthplace has been removed and a new front picket fence made of powder coated aluminum has been installed. The new materials used will be long-lasting and maintenance free.

The Cootamundra caravan park had plumbing repairs undertaken to fix some leaking taps and toilets.

The Cootamundra Town Hall and Civic Centre were hired for two weeks by the Australian Electoral Commission for the recent elections.

The Cootamundra EV charging stations data for April:

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The Cootamundra SES building had a section of the deck that had been damaged severely from white ants and was determined unsafe for use. Although this is a Council owned building, Council had no dedicated funds available for the repairs. Through consultation, NSW SES offered to fund the replacement of the damaged deck, with the old deck being removed and the framework and new decking boards installed.

Waste

The secondhand tip shop processed 85 transactions for March with a total of $600.25 in income. During this time staff have diverted 930kg of waste from the landfill into the shop to be repurposed. Staff are still ascertaining which products turn over quickly and what prices people are willing to pay.

A total of 71 tonnes of recycled crushed concrete was sold this month and a total of 51 tonnes of compost soil.

The South West Regional Waste Management Group Manager has reported the Bald Hill leachate barrier construction has now been completed, with testing and quality report pending.

Capital Works Projects

The Muttama Creek Masterplan community consultation Media Release (attached) is being published across CGRC’s social media pages and website as well as being delivered to Cootamundra residents’ mailboxes with information on how to provide comments and feedback to Marten’s and Associates. Ecologists will be onsite in mid-May to carry out a Review of Environmental Factors along Muttama Creek. Flood engineers are currently using the flood modelling information captured in the Cootamundra Flood Study to identify areas of interest to simulate the effects of reprofiling the creek in specific locations during a flood.

Biosecurity – General and WAP Activity March 2025

Activity	Location	Km/Count	Date
Regional Inspection Program - Inspection of High-Risk Pathways (roadsides) (Inspection) (Inspection) 1650km	Yeo Yeo Hampstead Road	19.3km	15/4/2025
	Mabereen Lane	5km	15/4/2025
	Smither’s Lane	3.8km	15/4/2025
	Granger’s Lane	4.8km	15/4/2025
	Hoffman’s Lane	3.8km	15/4/2025
	McCafferey’s Lane	5.2km	15/4/2025
	West Berthong Road	4.8km	15/4/2025
	North Berthong Road	7.8km	15/4/2025
		TOTAL: 54.5km
(HRS) Inspection of named HRS. (10 Cootamundra x 2 inspections) Nursery (3) Saleyards (1) Abattoir (1) Jugiong feedlot (1) Boxsell Feedlot (1) Conqueror grain (1) Rodeo Ground (1) Truck Wash (1)	Rodeo Ground	1 Inspection	1/4/2025
	Truck Wash	1 Inspection	1/4/2025
	Mitre 10 Nursery	1 Inspection	1/4/2025
	Conqueror Grain Mill	1 Inspection	3/4/2025
	Garden Paw Nursery	1 Inspection	4/4/2025
	Stock-Up Nursery	1 Inspection	4/4/2025
	Jugiong Road Feedlot	1 Inspection	7/4/2025
	Abattoir	1 Inspection	8/4/2025
	Saleyards	1 Inspection	9/4/2025
	Boxsell Feedlot	1 Inspection	16/4/2025

Private Property Inspections. Target 120	42 Centenary Avenue, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	9/4/2025
	14 Cowcumbla Street, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	9/4/2025
	48 Centenary Avenue, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	9/4/2025
	16 Cowcumbla Street, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	9/4/2025
	52 Centenary Avenue, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590, PO Box 283	1 Inspection	9/4/2025
	44 Centenary Avenue, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	9/4/2025
	54 Centenary Avenue, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	10/4/2025
	18 Cowcumbla Street, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590, PO Box 725	1 Inspection	10/4/2025
	46 Centenary Avenue, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	10/4/2025
	8 Cowcumbla Street, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	10/4/2025
	56 Centenary Avenue, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	10/4/2025
	12 Cowcumbla Street, COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	10/4/2025
	350 Parker Street COOTAMUNDRA NSW 2590	1 Inspection	3/4/2025
		Grand Total: 84/60
Inspect Council owned and Managed Lands (≥ 2 annual):	Bradman Depot	1 inspection	2/4/2025
Provide landholders with education, training & technical advice & support on weed management (Extension)	Parthenium Package	2	8/4/2025 16/4/2025
	Sticky Nightshade Package	2	8/4/2025 16/4/2025
	Tropical Soda Apple Package	2	8/4/2025 16/4/2025
	Weeds of Riverina Booklet	2	8/4/2025 16/4/2025
	Post Inspection Reports	19
	Mexican Feathergrass	13	9/4/2025 10/4/2025
Other
Spot Spray Local Roads – Local priority weeds	Cootamundra Town Lanes	Spraying	1/4/2025 2/4/2025 3/4/2025 4/4/2025
	Brawlin Road	Spraying – Blackberry and Bathurst burr	11/4/2025
	Olympic Highway	Spraying – Blackberry and Bathurst burr	22/4/2025
Truck Wash Operations	Cootamundra Truck Wash	Monitor and Maintenance	Daily

General Comments:

- Control work of Cootamundra town lanes (general knockdown).

- Late season control of Blackberry and Bathurst Burr in known areas of moderate-high infestation.

- Wallendbeen cemetery grounds treated for residual Blackberry incursions.

- Inspection of several tertiary roads in the Milvale region inspected as a surveillance exercise for Sticky Nightshade incursions. Roadsides heavily grazed with only lighter density Horehound incursions observed.

- WAP application approved by DPI.

- Side-spraying of Olympic Highway and Burley Griffin Way scheduled.

Property Inspections:

- Additional property inspections undertaken in Cootamundra to assist Gundagai biosecurity officer reach annual targets.

- Focus on residential areas with extension material provided to landholders (Mexican Feathergrass).

- Inspections/re-inspections of all named HRS conducted (Cootamundra).

- Enterprises showing excellent compliance to date in fulfilling biosecurity duties. Managers/landholders of these sites becoming accustomed to routine inspections and very cooperative.

Financial

All areas of expenditure relating to operations within the Regional Services – Cootamundra department are in the most part within budget allocations.

OLG 23a Guideline consideration

No impacts associated with this report.

DOCUMENT NUMBER	437449
AUTHORISING OFFICER	Abb McAlister, Mayor
REPORTING OFFICER	Abb McAlister, Mayor
ATTACHMENTS	Nil

DOCUMENT NUMBER	435793
REPORTING OFFICER	Teresa Breslin, Executive Assistant to Mayor and General Manager
AUTHORISING OFFICER	Roger Bailey, Interim General Manager