Former deputy chairman of the Wagga Economic Development Board, Tom Watson, quit the organisation in frustration at what he sees as the board’s and the city council’s lack of meaningful action on economic development. CLICK the headline above for more stories and more photos.

Wagga welcomed two new doctors with the arrival of Dr Ayman Shenouda and Dr Samiha Azab at the Fernleigh Road Medical Centre.

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Former Wagga orthopaedic surgeon, Dr Peter Dewey who moved into semi-retirement in Bowral 18 months ago has been awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the general division for service to the community of Wagga as an orthopaedic surgeon.
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Chamber of Commerce and Industry, President, Steve Atkinson said Wagga is missing a big chance to establish and develop as a major transport and trucking centre.
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After 30 years away from the Riverina, Reverend Mark Lieschke is returning to take up the position of chaplain at Wagga’s Lutheran School.

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Wagga motorists are welcoming a petrol price war with Paul Seaman owner of the Swift service station in Fitzmaurice Streer, lowering the price of unleaded petrol to 95.9 cents per litre. CLICK the headline above for more stories and more photos.

Wagga Woman of the Year, Miss Trixie Read, was awarded a B.E.M. in the Queens New Year Honours for her services to the community.

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Maria and John Egan handed over presents to the Salvation Army from their annual Studio Image Christmas Appeal.
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There was plenty of Christmas and community spirit for the large crowd attending the Wagga Music bowl Christmas celebrations.
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Professor Ian Goulter has been appointed to succeed Professor Cliff Blake when he retires as Charles Sturt University Vice Chancellor next July.
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