Dugald Saunders

New roof being installed at Narromine Courthouse

Narromine & Trangie / June 18, 2021

Narromine Courthouse is receiving its second makeover in as many years, with a new roof being installed. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the $80,000 upgrade will deliver a boost for the region’s economy. “Aboriginal owned-and-operated firm Dice Contracting is delivering the project and has engaged a local roofer,” Mr Saunders said. “The new roof and guttering will be fully installed by the end of the month and will help ensure justice continues to be delivered in Narromine in a safe and well-maintained courthouse.” The project comes just 12 months after the NSW Government invested $5,000 in repainting …

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Dubbo to receive a dedicated drug court

Dubbo, Mudgee & Gulgong, Narromine & Trangie, Wellington / June 17, 2021

Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders says a dedicated drug court for the region is a signal of the NSW Government’s commitment to tackle the region’s ice issues. Mr Saunders joined Deputy Premier John Barilaro, Treasurer Dominic Perrottet and Attorney General Mark Speakman at Dubbo Courthouse on Thursday to announce funding of $27.9 million for the expansion of the drug court to Dubbo will be included in the 2021 Budget, which will be handed down by Mr Perrottet next Tuesday. The Drug Court, currently at Sydney, Parramatta and Toronto, is a multi-agency response to drug-related offending. The court is …

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Future Ready Regions strategy released at Wellington property

Dubbo, Mudgee & Gulgong, Narromine & Trangie, Wellington / June 17, 2021

The battle against the next drought begins today with the NSW Government announcing a combined $64 million in the 2021-22 NSW Budget over four years for the ‘Future Ready Regions’ strategy that will help farmers and regional communities grow, thrive and plan for the future. Deputy Premier John Barilaro, Treasurer Dominic Perrottet and Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders were at Boxleigh Park Merinos in Wellington today to meet with local farmers and make the announcement. “It’s great to see this new strategy build on the NSW Governments enourmous investment in preparing communities for drought including the popular $1 …

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More people eligible as Regional Seniors Travel Card gets two-year extension

Dubbo, Mudgee & Gulgong, Narromine & Trangie, Wellington / June 16, 2021

Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has welcomed a move to extend and expand the very popular Regional Seniors Travel Card program. It was announced on Wednesday that the program, which allows eligible seniors access to a pre-paid $250 VISA card for use on pre-booked NSW Trainlink Regional trains and coaches, fuel and taxis, will run for another two years after an initial two-year trial in 2020 and 2021. It will also be expanded to include people of Age Pension age who receive either a Disability Pension or a Carers Payment from Services Australia. So far in 2021, 4858 …

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$30 million fund announced for tourism infrastructure in regional NSW

Dubbo, Mudgee & Gulgong, Narromine & Trangie, Wellington / June 16, 2021

Big ticket tourism attractions that will put regional towns on the map and improve accessibility for people with disability are set to receive a significant funding boost, thanks to the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders today announced applications are open for the $30 million Regional Tourism Activation Fund to deliver new or upgraded tourism infrastructure and improve accessibility and inclusion for people with disability. Mr Saunders said the fund will support the construction of new iconic visitor experiences or unique event spaces, boosting the profile of regional NSW and giving people even more reasons to take …

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Wiradjuri Garden project officially opened

Dubbo / June 18, 2021

Stage 1 of the Wiradjuri Garden project in Dubbo has opened, with Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders joining representatives from Dubbo Regional Council and local Aboriginal groups for the occasion. The opening event paid homage to the traditional owners of the land by way of a customary Welcome to Country by local Wiradjuri man Lewis Burns, along with a traditional smoking ceremony and performances by local indigenous dancers.   The NSW Government contributed $900,000 to the project, which had a $1.2 million value. The remainder of the funds were contributed by Dubbo Regional Council. Mr Saunders said it was …

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$8000 stimulus for Trangie Showground

Narromine & Trangie / June 15, 2021

The NSW Government will provide $8,211 for upgrades at Trangie Showground as part of the latest round of the COVID-19 showground stimulus program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the latest allocations are part of $16.7 million in funding being distributed statewide, and bring the total funding for the region under the program to more than $1.4 million. “Local showgrounds are multi-use facilities used for a variety of activities such as agricultural shows, rodeos and horse clubs, markets, festivals, men’s sheds, sport and recreation, and caravanning and camping,” Mr Saunders said. “During bushfires and floods, many also serve …

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Grants to support our littlest learners

All regions / June 15, 2021

The NSW Government has announced that applications are now open for the 2021 round of the Community Grants Program. Not-for-profit day care services, mobile preschools and community preschools in NSW are eligible to apply for grants of up to $10,000 to support initiatives at their service. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the program is helping to promote educational access, and supporting increased participation for Aboriginal children and children experiencing vulnerability and disadvantage. “The NSW Government is supporting early childhood services to identify areas where they can empower communities and provide them with the support to improve services. …

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Kitchen and tennis court upgrade for Toongi Recreation Reserve

Dubbo / June 11, 2021

Locals and outside user groups will have access to an upgraded kitchen at Toongi Hall, thanks to funding allocated to the facility through the NSW Government’s Crown Land Manager COVID1-9 Recovery Support Program. A total of $65,510 has been allocated to the local Trust for the kitchen work, as well as upgrades to fencing around the adjoining tennis courts. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the funding will help maintain the reserve, which is a much-loved part of the Toongi community. “For many years the local hall and the tennis courts were a location for social and community …

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What lies beneath Cobra-Fitzroy Street intersection??

Dubbo / June 10, 2021

Like a 3D Rubik’s cube, a complex network of new and upgraded power, gas, water and telecommunication cables is in place underground to facilitate the new traffic lights at the upgraded Cobra Fitzroy intersection. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the utilities criss-cross with new drainage pipes 3.5 metres beneath the ground that will allow for the traffic lights to be switched on before the end of the year. “The NSW Government is investing $14 million to upgrade this intersection to improve safety and efficiency by replacing the current roundabout with new traffic lights,” Mr Saunders said. “While …

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