Wagga City - Councillor Tim Koschel

06/01/2026

**UPDATE**
Free access to the Oasis on Thursday 8 January 2025, 6am–9pm

Due to predicted temperatures of or above 41 degrees Celsius, the Oasis Regional Aquatic Centre will provide free entry Thursday 8 January 2025, 6am to 9pm.

Free admission for Friday 9 will be confirmed Thursday afternoon and details posted online.

Please note – we're expecting it to be extremely busy, and guest numbers will be capped onsite to ensure a safe and enjoyable swimming experience for all on the day.

We recommend keeping an eye on Wagga Leisure's social media pages for updates, and we'll let you know if there are changes in pool availability or delays due to visitor numbers.

If you do decide to come down and beat the heat at the Oasis, we ask that you follow the directions of staff at all times, drink plenty of water, be patient and put your rubbish in the bins.

If we are at capacity, or if you’re not keen on swimming, Council has a list of “cool places” where people can escape the heat. Visit Council's Heatwave page (https://wagga.nsw.gov.au/heatwaves) or check City of Wagga Wagga for details.

27/12/2025

We were proud to have Riverina Water’s Customer Service Organisation of the Year – Local Government award formally presented to our Board at the December meeting.

The national award, presented by the Customer Service Institute of Australia, recognises our ongoing commitment to putting customers at the centre of everything we do.

Pictured are Chairperson Cr Tim Koschel and Chief Executive Officer Andrew Crakanthorp with the award.

Thank you to our staff and community. This recognition reflects the collective effort behind the service we deliver every day.

Learn more about the award:
https://rwcc.nsw.gov.au/csia/

22/11/2025

Edmondson Street Bridge closes tonight.

A reminder that the Edmondson Street Bridge will be closed from tonight, Saturday 22 November 2025, for Inland Rail's trial closure ahead of the construction of a new bridge.

Traffic mitigation measures are now in place across Wagga Wagga, including traffic monitoring cameras, lane separating devices, turning and parking restrictions and signage.

Changes to bus routes and timetables are now in effect. Updates are available via the Transport for NSW Trip Planner website transportnsw.info/trip

For more information and to keep up to date with the traffic changes visit Inland Rail's website. https://inlandrail.com.au/where-we-go/projects/albury-to-illabo/regions/wagga-wagga/

18/11/2025

After more than nine years of service, I’ve made the decision to step down from my role as a Wagga Wagga City Councillor, effective 31 January 2026.

This wasn’t an easy call, but with new professional commitments ahead, it’s the right time to make space for the next chapter — both for me and for our community.

I’m incredibly grateful for the trust, support, and conversations shared over the years. Serving our city has been one of the greatest honours of my life.

Thank you, Wagga. ❤️

One of Wagga Wagga City Council's (WWCC) most popular and longest serving councillors, Tim Koschel, has announced he will resign…

09/09/2025

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07/08/2025

🌟 Inspired by a Young Heart with a Big Vision 🌟

Today I met a young boy with a heart of gold and an idea that stopped me in my tracks. After a recent visit to the hospital emergency department, he couldn’t stop thinking about how uncomfortable the waiting chairs were — not for himself, but for the people sitting with their sick loved ones, often for hours.

His simple wish? To raise money for comfortable chairs in the emergency room. So others don’t have to suffer in silence while already going through so much.

That kind of compassion and community spirit deserves our support. 🙌

Let’s rally behind this young changemaker and help bring his vision to life. I’m calling on local businesses, community groups, and anyone in a position to give — your donation could make a real difference to families in their most vulnerable moments.

If you’re interested in contributing or partnering to make this happen, comment below or send me a message. Let’s show this young legend how powerful an idea can be when a community gets behind it. 💙🪑

16/07/2025

Today, we come together to honour and celebrate the life of Yvonne Braid OAM. Yvonne was a remarkable woman whose generosity, passion, and dedication touched countless lives and organisations across our community.

The tribute below, shared by her team at 2WG and Star FM, reflects just a glimpse of the impact she had.

Thank you, Yvonne, for your unwavering commitment to others. Your legacy will live on in the hearts of many.

This morning, we paid our respects to the incomparable Yvonne Braid OAM, former General Manager of 2WG and Wagga Wagga City Councillor, who sadly passed away last week.

🎧: https://bit.ly/140725-YvonneBraidTribute

With special thanks to Michael Patterson of 7NEWS Riverina;
and to all those who contributed their voices:

Former announcers Peter Allibon, Dave Eisenhauer , Scott Levi, and Tony Pritchard;
SCA Account Co-ordinator Jess Bunn;
Retired 2WG Chief Engineer Pat Coombs;
Singer & entertainer Troy Fisher;
7 News Riverina newsreader Kirstie Fitzpatrick;
Former Prime News Wagga Wagga Chief Of Staff Doug Hogan;
SCA Brand Experience Lead & former announcer Danielle Jamieson;
Former 2WG & FM93 Creative Director Dave Lauder;
SCA Regional Content Director & former announcer Duncan Potts;
Triple M Riverina Breakfast announcer Jamie Way

07/07/2025

Today we received the sad news of the passing of Yvonne Braid OAM. Yvonne always put the Community first and it was an honour to serve with Yvonne at Wagga City Council, Riverina Water and Ronald McDonald House South West NSW. Thank you for your support and being a mentor to me when starting out on council.

05/07/2025

Get ready! Our premier winter destination event is about to light up.

Festival of W kicks off at 10am today (5 July) and runs for the duration of the school holidays, through to Sunday 20 July.

Lightvision is back at the Wollundry Lagoon precinct, with a light journey featuring a series of installations themed around reflection.

There’s also live music, House of FoW for a warming snack and drink, a towering interactive installation, Ignite, in the Victory Memorial Gardens, and the always-popular Skate Wagga Wagga

Lights will be on each night from 5pm to 10pm.

For program details and to book tickets with Skate Wagga Wagga, head to
www.visitwagga.com/fow

Read more about this exciting 16-day festival here: https://news.wagga.nsw.gov.au/news-articles/2025/july-2025/festival-of-w-switches-on-this-weekend

24/04/2025

They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old:
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them

20/04/2025

Happy Easter to all. I hope you have all had a great day with family and friends. If you are travelling, stay safe and enjoy your break.

15/04/2025

Thanks to the candidates in the upcoming federal election who took the time to talk with Councillors last night and share their ideas and thoughts. Discussions were held around the airport, roads, health, PFAS plus more.
Richard Foley - Wagga Wagga City Councillor, Jenny Rolfe, Councillor Allana Condron, Wagga Wagga. Councillor Amelia Parkins, Mark Jeffreson,