Members of the city's aviation industry are leading the push to have Wagga included in a proposed network of regional airport freight hubs.
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In May, Deputy Premier and Minister for Regional NSW, Industry and Trade John Barilaro said the state government was looking at ways to get high-quality, regional produce to international customers more efficiently.
Consultants KPMG were awarded a tender to complete a pre-feasibility study and are investigating new and existing sites as potential locations for international freight airports. Their report is expected before the end of the year.
Mayor Greg Conkey said with Wagga on the radar as a possible site, the city's aviators had joined businesses and Wagga City Council in pushing the city's case.
"We believe Wagga has a lot of potential," Councillor Conkey said.
"There is a lot of opportunities surrounding the proposal, and we would definitely welcome it."
Cr Conkey said Wagga's chances could be affected by it's close proximity to Canberra.
"But we will definitely be pushing Wagga's case."
In May, Mr Barilaro described as freight as "fastest, most reliable way to move our high-value, perishable exports".
"That is why we are investigating air freight options in regional areas, so we can get these products from paddock to plate in international markets quicker and easier," Mr Barilaro said.
"Produce such as beef, nuts, citrus, berries and dairy products are world-renowned and getting product to market as quickly as possible is essential.
"With a shelf life as low as seven days for many perishable products, the current supply chain sees some farmers having to get their produce on a truck to a major airport, and then wait for a time slot to get the goods on a plane, which can sometimes take days."
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