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Wagga Wagga City

Wagga Wagga's northern outskirts provide a picture perfect backdrop while enjoying a stroll. Credit: Chloe Smith

Wagga Wagga is a vibrant regional centre on the banks of the Murrumbidgee River, in the heart of the Riverina.

With an abundance of natural wonder, fresh seasonal produce, cultural and sporting events, there’s always something new to explore and discover.

Wagga Wagga hosts over 500 sporting, cultural, business and music events each year, and provides commercial, health, education, civic and social services to 190,000 people.

The Health & Knowledge Precinct has the largest physical site and the most medical specialists in Regional Australia. It is a key educational hub with over 138 educational facilities, providing access to quality education and training, supporting a high-skilled labour force. There really is something for everyone.

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Wagga Wagga City

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Michelle Ford - Executive Assistant, Committee 4 Wagga
0269 212 490
Suite 2, 129 Fitzmaurice St, Wagga Wagga NSW 2650

Wagga Wagga City

Wagga Wagga

Liveability

Weather

31.5
°C

Average Summer Max

14.2
°C

Average Winter Max

16.1
°C

Average Summer Min

3.5
°C

Average Winter Min

Population

68,227

Population

35

Median Age

Housing

$541k

Median House Price

Sales Quarter - DEC 22

$440

Median Rent Price

Rent Quarter - MAR 23

Distance to Cities

sydney

459km

Distance

4h 56m

Drive Time

Canberra

243km

Distance

2h 50m

Drive Time

Melbourne

453km

Distance

4h 52m

Drive Time

TRANSPORT Options

Taxi, Uber, Bus, Train, Airport

Airline Services:

  • Regional Express Airlines (REX) offers convenient flights to Melbourne and Sydney.
  • Qantaslink Airlines provides comprehensive services to Melbourne, Sydney, and Brisbane.

Bus Services:

  • Busabout Wagga Wagga connects the community with a range of convenient routes:
  • Route 960: Lake Albert to Wagga Wagga, passing through Estella and Charles Sturt University.
  • Route 961: Provides service from Wagga Wagga to Bourkelands and back to Wagga Wagga.
  • Route 962: Offers a convenient anti-clockwise loop from Wagga Wagga to Glenfield Park and back.
  • Route 963: Follows a clockwise loop from Wagga Wagga to Glenfield Park and back.
  • Route 965: Connects Forest Hill to Wagga Wagga.
  • Route 966: Links Wagga Wagga with Estella.
  • Route 969: Offers service between Tatton and Wagga Wagga.

For detailed schedules and route maps, visit Busabout Wagga Wagga's official website.

Taxi Services:

  • Wagga Taxis provide round-the-clock service to the city and surrounding areas. To make a booking, simply call 6921 4242 or 131 008.

Train Services:

(Please note: some of these services are coach services, or involve a coach connection)

Explore the following routes from Wagga Wagga Station:

  • 621: Connects Central to Melbourne (Southern Cross).
  • 622: Travels from Melbourne (Southern Cross) to Central.
  • 702: Links Wagga Wagga to Queanbeyan Bus Interchange.
  • 719: Provides service from Wagga Wagga to Condobolin.
  • 727: Connects Wagga Wagga to Tumbarumba.
  • 731: Offers service from Wagga Wagga to Griffith.
  • 733: Connects Wagga Wagga to Echuca.
  • 988: Travels from Wagga Wagga to Tumut.
  • 6232: Provides service from Albury to Central.

Staff members are available during the following hours:

  • 8am to 4pm
  • 11pm to 3:30am

For more information and detailed schedules, visit the Transport NSW website.

These services aim to provide convenient, reliable, and accessible transportation options for the community. Whether traveling locally or to neighbouring cities, there are various modes of transport to suit different needs and schedules.

Taxi, Uber, Bus, Train, Airport
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Industries & Opportunities

Main Industries

  • Public administration & safety
  • Agriculture, forestry & fishing
  • Healthcare and social assistance
  • Education & Training
  • Construction
  • Retail Trade
  • Accommodation & food services
  • Manufacturing
  • Wholesale Trade

Primary Employers

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Jobs in This Region

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Structural Drafter
The Company Shutte & Kennard (SKCE) is an engineering consultancy firm, that has been part of an established office in Wagga Wagga for the last 50 years and trading as SKCE for the last 10 years. With approximately 50 years’ experience specialising in Design and Engineering solutions across a range of building sectors in commercial, retail, health, education and residential. SKCE are renowned for their unique work portfolio of projects that require complex problem solving and innovation, whilst combining efficiency. Shutte & Kennard has a range of exciting projects to be delivered, with a few larger projects, innovative designs and many trusted regular clients bringing in a wide variety of work, extending into Sydney, Rural NSW and Victoria. The Responsibilities SKCE is looking for a Structural Draftsperson to assist with documentation of residential (alterations and extensions, new - townhouses, unit developments, single dwellings) and smaller commercials (offices and warehouses) projects in Australia. The nature of the projects that SKCE typically work on require a level of innovation and open-mindedness to develop an effective and efficient solution for our clients, whilst balancing budget and expectations. Your responsibilities will include: Producing structural engineering documentation from the engineering design schematics, Coordination and cross-checking the architectural documentation with the proposed structural design, Producing quality structural engineering documentation consistent with company and project standards, Producing relevant custom details as per the project requirement with minimum assistance. Skills and Experience In order to be considered for the role, you will need to possess the following key skills and qualifications; Preferred project experience in residential/commercial projects, (preferably - exposure to the projects in Australia). Preferred experience in AutoCAD of structural drafting. Ability to work independently and efficiently Very strong communication and report writing skills Driver's licence and car In return You will be joining a team and a business well recognised the Wagga Region You will have a unique opportunity to build on your engineering and management skills You will learn and grow and as you work with our partner consultants and peers. You will enjoy being part of a self motivated team and a flat management structure Opportunity for travel and growth within the business. Flexible work conditions Remuneration reflecting your experience and qualifications. Invesk Pty Ltd t/a Shutte & Kennard Consulting Engineers ABN 28 648 242 988 Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: $70,000.00 – $95,000.00 per year
Tue, 08 Oct
Wagga Wagga, 2650, NSW
Chefs Or Cooks
Platinum Immigration is a Melbourne based Hospitality recruitment firm specialising in the recruitment of Hospitality professionals. On behalf of Vinnie's Cuisines in Wagga Wagga and Temora NSW, we are currently seeking qualified Chefs or Cooks on a full-time basis. To be successful as part of this team you will have a strong team focus and be genuinely interested in leading and inspiring others to achieve. Energy, enthusiasm and strong work ethic is what we seek but most importantly we are looking for leaders. These are full-time roles offering a 38-hour working week with two days off each week. Your responsibilities will include but not be limited to: • Food preparation and cooking to order during service, private parties, and functions • Preparation, season and cooking of all dishes in our restaurant • Able to work pans, grills, fryers efficiently • Checking quality of raw materials and weighing ingredients • Staff training and mentoring • Menu design, implementation and costing both food and labour • Managing stock control and monitoring wastage • Staff rosters • HACCP experience essential, with a high emphasis on food hygiene • Supplier liaison • Ensuring safe work practices with focus on workplace health and safety • Follow hygienic food handling practices It is essential that applicants possess either a Certificate 3 or 4 in Commercial Cookery (or equivalent) and must have a least 2 - 3 years experience in commercial kitchens post qualification. The salary range will be between $70,000 - $80,000 per year plus super depending on experience. All suitable applications will be responded to by Platinum Immigration in the first instance.
Tue, 08 Oct
Wagga Wagga, 2650, NSW
Tarocash Retail Team - Retail Sales Assistant
Tarocash Retail Team - Retail Sales Assistant TC-159 TAROCASH WAGGA WAGGA, SHOP 44 WAGGA WAGGA MKT PLACE, WAGGA WAGGA NSW, New South Wales, Australia Req #5867 Friday, 4 October 2024 Are you a WINNER? As a leading Menswear Retailer – we know that embracing our team determines how good we are – so we want the BEST of the BEST! If you are outgoing, vibrant, hungry to succeed AND want to join a company who celebrates the wins and growth of our people – keep reading! Tarocash leads the way in sharp, affordable and on trend menswear in Australia and New Zealand; we deliver high quality fashion, so no matter what the occasion – we have all bases covered for you to dress to impress. We are fearless and adaptable which is why we have been in this business for 35 years providing fashion solutions for the everyday modern man. Delivering an amazing customer experience in every store; for every customer; every time - is the key to our success; and our team are the masters of creating this. We are looking for a casual team member who will strive to create the SHARPEST experience; to join our winning team – apply now! As a Tarocash team member you: · Are passionate about menswear and providing an exceptional customer experience to each and every customer. · Have retail experience with the desire to exceed sales and KPI targets · Have a can-do attitude that thrives in a team environment · Are interested in fashion and the latest trends · Are a born conversationalist who loves building rapport with customers. · Are ready to embrace our company’s values and culture. Work Perks Achievable commission incentives paid weekly Exceptionally generous team discount on Tarocash and all partnered RAG Brands (Connor, yd., Johnny Bigg and Rockwear) An amazing, supportive, team focused culture. One on one coaching and mentoring Proven career progression and development Other details Job family Retail Stores Pay type Hourly Job start date Friday, 18 October 2024 Apply now
Sat, 05 Oct
Wagga Wagga, 2650, NSW

Education

Wagga Wagga is serviced by three universities as well as top quality technical training facilities and higher education institutions. Charles Sturt University’s Wagga Wagga campus is their largest, University of NSW is expanding their regional medical training capabilities, and The University of Notre Dame offers specialist medical training. TAFE NSW has their largest Riverina campus and National Training Centre located in the city, while younger families have access to 11 private schools and 21 public schools.

Early Childhood Services & Preschools

Primary Schools (Public)

Primary Schools (Private)

Before and After School Care

High Schools (Public)

High Schools (Private)

School for Specific Purposes

Disability Services

TAFE / University

Wagga has 60+ Education providers and facilities and 3 tertiary educators

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Healthcare

Wagga Wagga’s 90-hectare Health & Knowledge Precinct has the largest physical site and the most medical specialists in Regional Australia. With a new $450 million hospital, state-of-the-art medical facilities, and training and education facilities on-site, this precinct is more than capable of serving over 350,000 people in the region.

Hospitals

Disability and Aged Care Facilities

Retirement Facilities

Allied Health Services

  • Wagga Wagga has a range of over 30+ Allied health services located within the health & knowledge precinct as well as other locations across the city.
  • Active Health Riverina offers physiotherapy, exercise physiology and group exercise.

History

Wagga Wagga is located on traditional Wiradyuri Country in the Riverina region of southern New South Wales.

The name of the city was derived from the language of the Wiradyuri people, the largest Aboriginal Nation in New South Wales. The word Wagga Wagga comes from the Wiradyuri word Waga meaning a place to dance. Waga Waga, meaning a place of dance, place of celebration. The repetition of a word expresses plural or emphasis, emphasis meaning special importance. Thus, Wagga Wagga could mean a place of many celebrations or a place of many dances.

The name Wiradyuri means “people of the three rivers” and traditionally these rivers (Lachlan, Murrumbidgee and Macquarie) were the primary source of food for the Wiradyuri people.

Wagga Wagga continues to be the traditional home of many Wiradyuri people. After years of Wagga being a government resettlement zone for Aboriginal people, it is now also home to First Nations Peoples from many surrounding Nations.This information is currently under review and consultation with the Mawang Gaway group, and will be updated shortly.

Source: Wiradyuri and First Nations Community Cultural Protocols – A guide for Councillors and Council Staff (2021 edition-)

Queen Elizabeth II on Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga. Credit - Museum of the Riverina
Wagga Wagga Beach. Credit – Museum of the Riverina
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Recreation & Arts

Situated on the Murrumbidgee, Wagga Wagga is enhanced by its natural environment. The Riverside Precinct and the Botanic Gardens are popular spots for families to enjoy a picnic, play and stroll amongst the Rivergums and gardens.

Wagga Wagga is known as “the city of good sports” and with over 65 sporting facilities catering to a range of interests, it’s easy to see why. From croquet to cricket, fishing to football, badminton to boxing, the city’s sporting clubs are a welcoming place catering to all abilities. Wagga Wagga has long been recognised as a culturally rich and creative city, home to nationally recognised artists, with a thriving and expanding creative industries sector. If it’s theatre, comedy, dance, film, concerts, galleries, music, public art installations, or pottery you’re looking for … you’ll be inspired in Wagga Wagga!

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