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$1000 Rebate for Small Business

All regions /

A re-elected Liberal and Nationals Government will provide small businesses with up to $1,000 over two years to help cover the cost of government licences, fees and charges. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said it’s another way the Liberal and Nationals Government is putting downward pressure on the cost of doing business in NSW. “Small businesses do a lot of the heavy lifting in our local economy and we want to help out by putting $1,000 back in their pockets to cover a range of fees, like liquor licences, event fees and tradesperson licences,” Mr Saunders said. “This […]

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Boost for Seniors to Enjoy Their Retirement

Dubbo /

Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $16,871 for RSL LifeCare to purchase a four-person personal transport vehicle for the community. “The residents have given so much to our community throughout their lives, and now in retirement many still contribute whether it’s through caring for grandchildren or volunteering,” Mr Saunders said. “Regardless of how they choose to spend their retirement, it’s vital they are given every opportunity to benefit from the recreational and social activities a place like Horizons has to offer. “This funding will give all residents, but especially those who are less mobile or more

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STRONGER TOGETHER FOR HOLI

Dubbo /

Members of the multicultural community will come together to share their culture thanks to funding from the NSW Government’s Stronger Together Festival and Events Grants program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has announced $5,000 for ORISCON to host Holi, a multi-cultural festival, in partnership with Dubbo Regional Council and the Dubbo Nepalese Community. “Holi is a colourful festival that celebrates spring, love and new life, with dancing, singing, and throwing powder paint,” Mr Saunders said. “The Festival of Colours is a chance for us all to appreciate the wonderful diversity of our local area, and especially the many

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Dedicated Learning Space for Mudgee

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Students across the Orana region will be empowered to reach their higher education potential thanks to a new dedicated learning centre earmarked for Mudgee. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders announced $1,270,000 for a new Country Universities Centre (CUC) which will open doors for students to obtain their degrees without the need to move away from home. “Where you live should not limit your opportunities for a good education and once operational, the centre will enable students to engage in and successfully complete their studies in a safe and flexible learning environment,” Mr Saunders said. “The CUC model is

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Construction Begins on the New Dubbo Bridge

Dubbo, Wellington /

Major work is now underway to lay the foundations for the New Dubbo Bridge across the Macquarie River in Dubbo. The Australian and New South Wales governments have jointly funded the New Dubbo Bridge project, which forms part of more than $1 billion in upgrades along the Newell Highway. It will improve traffic efficiency, reduce congestion for locals, visitors and the freight industry, and improve access across the Macquarie River floodplain during extreme weather events. Early works on the project started in August 2022 with the Brisbane Street and Darling Street intersection works now nearing completion. The New Dubbo Bridge

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Centre of Excellence for Mudgee

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Mudgee will soon play host to elite sporting competitions thanks to funding from the NSW Government’s Multi-Sport Community Facility Fund. Member for the Dubbo electorate has today announced Mid-Western Regional Council has received $5 million to construct a state-of-the-art multi-purpose Centre of Excellence at Glen Willow Regional Sporting Complex. “The Centre of Excellence will include a communal building, two accommodation buildings, and outdoor amenities that are designed to specifically meet the needs and requirements of female athletes, elite sporting teams, and community groups,” Mr Saunders said. “The facility will allow council to attract, host and accommodate pre-elite and elite domestic

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Big Investment in Key Road For Dubbo LGA

Dubbo, Wellington /

Freight operators and motorists can look forward to safer and more efficient journeys with the Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders announcing the latest funding from the NSW Government’s Fixing Country Roads Program. Mr Saunders said Dubbo Regional Council has secured over $1.74 million as part of its plans to upgrade Saxa Road. “This is part of a massive upgrade to meet the standard requirements for this critical freight route in the Dubbo LGA, to improve connectivity and road access for heavy vehicles and local users,” Mr Saunders said. “I’m very happy to see Saxa Road receive vitally important

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Children in West Dubbo to Benefit from Improved Early Childhood Services

Dubbo /

The littlest learners in West Dubbo are set to benefit from new and improved facilities and support programs at early childhood education and care services thanks to a funding boost from the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders today announced Dubbo West Preschool Incorporated has been successful in securing a $15,000 grant to improve facilities, including purchasing new smart boards for their classrooms. “It’s fantastic that, thanks to the NSW Government, these vital early childhood services in Dubbo have benefitted from government funding,” Mr Saunders said. “These new smart boards will not only benefit

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Boosting access to Lake Windamere Camping

Mudgee & Gulgong /

One of the region’s hidden gems is set to become more accessible with a grant from the NSW Government’s Crown Reserves Improvement Fund (CRIF). Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced funding for a not-for-profit Crown Land trust to upgrade the eroded gravel driveway down to a camping site on the shores of Lake Windamere. “Outdoor education is not just fun for our kids, it’s a great way for them to get active, and connect with and learn about the natural world around them,” Mr Saunders said. “The Lake Windamere Under Canvas Camping ground is absolutely stunning,

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Local families first to benefit from universal pre-Kindergarten in NSW

Dubbo, Wellington /

Families in Wellington and West Dubbo will be among the first to access the NSW Government’s landmark universal pre-Kindergarten reform. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the services at Dubbo West Public School and Wellington Public School will be among the first 71 early childhood services from across NSW to begin participating in the first stage from next month. “Local families will be among the first to benefit from the Liberal and Nationals Government’s historic investment in early childhood education,” Mr Saunders said. Premier Dominic Perrottet said the first stage will ensure a smooth state-wide roll-out. “This first

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