The plan outlines a number of focus areas, one of which being "community cultural groups, clubs and societies that educate, entertain and connect us together".

For president of the Sri Lankan Cultural Association, Sampath Hathurusinghe, the best place to start was by bringing different cultures together.

"We see, say, the Burmese community having their own celebration or event, and the Indian community having their own, but rather than celebrating separately, let's bring it all together and give each culture a segment of the day to showcase their traditions and improve harmony in Wagga," he said.

Mr Hathurusinghe said events such as Fusion Festival, whilst a positive show of culture, were only representative of a small portion each community group had to offer.

"Food is a big focus, but I think we could look into more programs on cultural events with things like traditional dancing and songs, something that runs all day and brings everyone in Wagga together," he said.

"We want to share our traditions with others, as well as showing our children what their heritage is all about."

Another aspect essential to Wagga's multicultural community is support beyond the initial move to the city.

Sam Avo, President of the Wagga African Association, said settling in to a new country can be a different experience for everyone.

"I think we are on the right track with celebrating the different cultures in Wagga, but what tends to happen is that once there is a new group arriving in town in need of assistance, the focus moves solely to them and every other group is put to the side and left to fend for themselves," he said.

"While it is great to give the newcomers that support they need, others are still finding their feet too no matter how long they have been here."

Mr Avo said there are different cultural and lifestyle related aspects which affect the way each group may adjust to a new location.

"Some take a much longer time to really be settled, some may never quite feel completely independent, and others may fit in right away, but the point is, the option for that support however long someone may need should be available so no one falls through the cracks," he said.