Charles Sturt University (CSU) staff will take to the main street of Wagga Wagga in academic gowns on Thursday 27 March to promote the city's educational and training opportunities. The annual Town and Gown Parade will include participants from CSU, Wagga Wagga City Council, local schools, other education providers, and the Australian Defence Force. "Since 2005 the Town and Gown Parade has showcased Wagga Wagga's education achievements while encouraging the next generation to study locally," said Ms Miriam Dayhew, CSU Head of Campus in Wagga Wagga. The procession can be seen from 4.30pm as it moves from the corner of Morgan and Baylis Streets, along Baylis Street to the Victory Memorial Gardens. An education expo will be held at the gardens with refreshments and entertainment from 5pm.