Committee 4 Wagga

11/06/2026

Excitement is building as participants in the Wagga School Leaders Program prepare for their graduation 🎓

Eighteen students representing eight Wagga high schools will come together this Friday, June 12, for their final module before stepping into their graduation ceremony. It’s a milestone moment for this year’s cohort and a proud occasion for our community.

The Wagga School Leaders Program is a highlight on the Committee 4 Wagga calendar, showcasing the talent, curiosity and leadership emerging across our city.

We are proud to deliver this program with the generous support of Enirgi Power Storage Recycling, Charles Sturt University, Bush & Campbell Accountants, Sureway Employment & Training, Westpac, Wagga RSL Club and Kapooka Army Base. Their commitment helps empower the next generation of Wagga leaders 🤝

28/05/2026

Keeping our community safe starts with the basics, and here is a great opportunity to upskill.

Committee 4 Wagga members can access a special first aid course rate of just $50 per participant, thanks to our friends at College of Nursing Education & Training Australia RTO 45928.

🗓 23 June 2026
⏰ 10am - 2pm
📍 1/222 Baylis Street, Wagga Wagga

Enrolments are now open.
👉 Register here: https://v2.rtopilot.com.au/enrol/NETA/courses/cmhlbibvz00p3x6aumeiihs00/classes/cmn6qcjmj00geteibswr984v9?corporateBookingId=cmhlcowri00s1x6aufhuzi3x0

Quick note: If an organisation enrols more than one participant, the full course fee of $160 per person applies.

This is a great chance to build confidence, strengthen workplace safety, and support a more resilient Wagga.

24/05/2026

Another strong day at South City collecting signatures for the Gobba Bridge petition!

A huge thank you to everyone who stopped for a chat yesterday and added their name. The conversations showed just how much our community values a better connection to the expanding northern suburbs and beyond.

Pictured: Dr Joe McGirr MP and Committee 4 Wagga’s Brad Campbell, who spent the morning speaking with locals about creating a river crossing that better serves our community now and into the future.

Wagga is stepping up. Every signature adds real weight to the push for action 🤝

22/05/2026

Haven’t signed the Gobba Bridge petition yet? Tomorrow, Saturday, 23 May, is your moment ✍️

Committee 4 Wagga’s Brad Campbell will be at South City Shopping Centre with Dr Joe McGirr MP between 9.30am and 11.30am, helping collect the final signatures.

The response so far has been overwhelming! We’re rapidly closing in on the 10,000 signatures required for Dr Joe McGirr to debate this issue in State Parliament.

Let’s finish strong for Wagga and help build the case for a safer, more efficient river crossing for our growing city 🤝

14/05/2026

As a proud Committee 4 Wagga member, Rehman Sheriff Group is helping Riverina businesses tackle one of our biggest challenges – the regional skills shortage.

With local fill rates sitting at just 64.3%, employers across construction, health, aged care, hospitality, and agriculture are feeling the strain. RSG has stepped up with a clear, practical guide outlining the skilled migration pathways designed specifically for regional employers, from the Orana DAMA to Skills in Demand visa and permanent sponsorship options.

If your business is finding it hard to hire, this guide is genuinely worth your time. It brings clarity to a complex space and gives employers practical pathways to secure the skilled talent needed to keep the Riverina growing 📈

07/05/2026

Men As Allies: An Evening With Matt Brown is bringing an important conversation to Wagga Wagga this month 🤝

Our community has the chance to engage in real, honest discussions about men’s role in preventing domestic and family violence.

Proudly hosted by Wagga Women's Health Centre Inc. with support from the Men’s Consultation Group.

📅 Tuesday, 19 May at 6:30pm
📍 Wagga RSL Club
🎟 General public tickets are $10. You can scan the QR code on the flyer, or book directly here: https://events.humanitix.com/men-as-allies-an-evening-with-matt-brown-she-is-not-your-rehab

05/05/2026

📣 Thinking about putting your business, an outstanding employee, or a remarkable leader forward for the Golden Crow Awards?

With the awards marking their 40th year, it’s a great moment to highlight the people, ideas and achievements shaping our local economy.

Entries are free, open to all businesses, and now extended until Monday 11 May.

Show Wagga what you’ve been building!

👉 Apply here: https://waggachamber.com.au/golden-crow-awards/

Good news, the application deadline has been extended!

If you’ve been meaning to apply for the 2026 Golden Crow Awards, now’s your chance to get it across the line.

In our 40th year, it’s the perfect time to recognise your business, celebrate your team and share your story.

Free to enter and open to all businesses until Monday 11th May 5pm.

👉 Apply now: waggachamber.com.au/golden-crow-awards/

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04/05/2026

Wagga Business Summit 2.0 has been met with exceptional feedback, which is a testament to the strength and ambition of our local business community! 🤝

Leaders from across the region flocked to the Wagga RSL Club for a day of ideas, insights and practical perspectives. With support from Commonwealth Bank, Riverina Water, and Telstra, Committee 4 Wagga brought together an outstanding lineup of speakers who explored the economic forces shaping our region.

Keynote speakers Scott Phillips, Chief Investment Officer at The Motley Fool Australia, and Dennis Voznesenski, Commbank Agricultural and Sustainability Officer, delivered standout presentations on Australia’s shifting economic landscape and shared expert advice. They were joined by City of Wagga Wagga Council General Manager Peter Thompson, Telstra Regional General Manager for ACT and Southern NSW Chris Taylor, Women in Business Wagga Wagga Inc President Gioia Gianniotis, Australian Productivity Commission's Martin Stokie, Business NSW - Riverina Murray Director Serena Hardwick, Regional Growth NSW Development Corporation’s Michael Keys, and Zetifi CEO Dan Winson, each adding depth and local relevance across a range of sectors.

Guided by chair Chris Roe, the Summit encouraged meaningful conversations about Wagga’s future, the opportunities ahead and the immediate and long-term impacts for local businesses.

Thank you to our guest speakers and everyone who attended. Your engagement is what drives these conversations forward! 🙌

21/04/2026

Hot off the press! 🚀🤝
The Wagga Business Summit 2.0 program is ready and so are we.

👉 It's not too late to secure your tickets: https://events.humanitix.com/wagga-business-summit

Proudly supported by Commonwealth Bank, Riverina Water, and Telstra.