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Cricket funding to level the playing field

Dubbo /

More aspiring Test and T20 greats will have the chance to pull on the pads in Dubbo thanks to a government grant, Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders said. Mr Saunders has today announced $1,995.00 from the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant Program for the Macquarie Cricket Club Dubbo to purchase equipment including specialised balls for their bowling machine. “After two-and-a-half months away from community sport, there is no doubt we’re all keen to see kids on our fields, courts and ovals again from July 1,” Mr Saunders said. “But after three years of severe drought and now COVID-19, […]

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10 days left to apply for Community Building Partnerships

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Community groups, not-for-profits and councils in the Dubbo Electorate still have 10 days left to apply for the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnerships Program. Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders said the program will unlock $300,000 for a range of projects delivering social, environmental and recreational outcomes. “If you have a project in mind that you think will benefit your community, whether it’s infrastructure, accessible features, equipment or refurbishment, it’s not too late to apply for this grant program,” Mr Saunders said. “Local sports clubs, charities, schools and museums are just some of the groups that benefit from this fund.

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Safer participation for triathletes and volunteers

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Local and visiting triathletes to Dubbo will soon be able to compete more safely thanks to a NSW Government grant, Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders said. Mr Saunders has today announced $2714 from the Local Sport Grant Program for the Dubbo Triathlon Club to purchase a portable marquee, and roof racks to allow for the safer transport of club equipment. “The Local Sport Grant Program is all about increasing participation in sport, and a key part of that is making sure it’s safe,” Mr Saunders said. “Triathlon is one of the fastest growing sports in this region, so

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Wellington swimmers benefit from funding splash

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Swimmers in the Wellington region will be able to make even more of a splash thanks to almost $5000 announced by Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders today. Mr Saunders said the Wellington Amateur Swimming Club has secured $4986 through the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant Program. The funding will allow the club to subsidise registration costs, providing greater access to swimming lessons, stroke correction and squad training. “My own daughters learned to swim at the Wellington pool so it’s a club that is close to my heart,” Mr Saunders said. “The NSW Government contributed more than $7 million

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Dugald at the Mudgee Hospital as it was nearing completion

Funding for showgrounds, Mudgee Hospital opens

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Our region’s tourism and other businesses are set for a massive boost now that travel has reopened across NSW. I’ve been calling for this step forward for many weeks now, and I’m thrilled that after years of severe drought – followed by bushfires and flooding in some areas – and now COVID-19, businesses across the Dubbo Electorate might finally be able to start to bounce back. We’ve done the hard yards to help flatten the curve by following the rules, and now we look forward to welcoming tourists, which will mean more money for businesses and more jobs for our

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Local showgrounds get stimulus upgrades

Mudgee & Gulgong, Narromine & Trangie /

Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders today announced three local showgrounds will benefit from $167,326 in funding as part of the NSW Government COVID-19 stimulus package. Mr Saunders said Trangie, Mudgee and Gulgong showgrounds will receive funding to upgrade and improve the safety, use and condition of infrastructure, and support jobs in the local economy. “When COVID-19 hit it forced the postponement or cancellation of agricultural shows and many activities that showgrounds rely on for their income,” Mr Saunders said. “This investment by the NSW Government will provide a boost for our local showgrounds and the communities they serve

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Life saving boost for Emergency Services

Wellington /

Emergency services volunteers across the State will be better equipped to respond to medical emergencies in the course of their duties, with 31 new defibrillators for trucks and units around NSW. Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders said one of those will go to the SES at Wellington. “This is tremendous news for the Wellington team, which plays a vital role in keeping our community safe,” Mr Saunders said. “I am delighted to be presenting a $2,500 grant to the Wellington unit, for the purchase of a defibrillator for its medium rescue vehicle. “We continually see how hard our

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Clinical operations begin at new Mudgee Hospital

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Clinical operations are underway today at the $70.7 million Mudgee Hospital, boosting the health sector in the town and the wider Mid-Western region. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the Western NSW Local Health District and Health Infrastructure have worked together to bring forward the opening as part of the COVID-19 response. “It’s great to see that from today the new hospital is operational, providing the district with extra capacity to manage the potential impacts of COVID-19,” he said. “The new facility will enable Mudgee’s highly valued health staff to provide the very best care to the community

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$140 million program for bushfire impacted industries

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Bushfire-impacted businesses are set to benefit from grant funding thanks to the NSW Nationals in Government’s $140 million Bushfire Industry Recovery Package. Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders said targeted grants are now available to help in a variety of ways, and it’s not only for those directly impacted by fires. “Funding will be available in two streams, with an initial focus on supply chain support grants to help cover the cost of resuming and maintaining production,” Mr Saunders said. “But there’s now also extra support for industries like viticulture. In our region vines weren’t directly burnt out, but

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Taronga Western Plains Zoo to reopen on 1 June

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Taronga Western Plains Zoo in Dubbo will reopen its gates on Monday 1 June. The Zoo initially closed on 25 March to ensure the safety of its guests, staff and animals and prevent the transmission of COVID-19. Taronga Western Plains Zoo has continued to work with the advice provided by NSW Health and the State and Federal Governments, and will now reopen in a controlled and responsible way. Daily visitor numbers will be capped to ensure social distancing throughout the Zoo and all guests will be required to pre-purchase tickets online for a specific date and time. Taronga Western Plains

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