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Local training provider REDI.E for uplift

Dubbo /

A not-for-profit café in Dubbo will empower even more young people courtesy of a major investment from the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $285,607 for the Regional Enterprise Development Institute (REDI.E) to upgrade Wilay Café – its central hospitality training and employment hub in Dubbo. “Since opening its doors in 2020, Wilay Café has provided paid employment to about 50 people, and many of those have been young people in their first job,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will allow REDI.E to upgrade the facility here to cater to […]

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One Giant Leap for Mudgee Region Youth

Mudgee & Gulgong /

A program aimed at inspiring the next generation of space explorers is coming to the Mudgee region this year, thanks to a major investment by the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $750,000 for the One Giant Leap Australia Foundation to host a series of four-day Aerospace Camps across regional NSW in 2023 and 2024, including one in Mudgee. It builds on the Space for a Day program which was held in Mudgee this week. “Space has captivated us for thousands of years, and we’re determined to make sure regional NSW plays a role

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Prison officer industrial awards streamlined

Wellington /

Prison officers at Wellington Correctional Centre are being transitioned onto the mainstream industrial award, abolishing a system that had them working under different conditions to their Macquarie Correctional Centre counterparts. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said moving officers onto mainstream awards will level working conditions, and encourage mobility between the two centres. “For years I’ve heard from local prison officers that the two-tier system was not only unfair for the officers, but also made it hard for them to run our correctional facilities in the best and most efficient way possible,” Mr Saunders said. “That hinders our ability

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Cementing Dubbo as Green Energy Capital

Dubbo /

Dubbo Regional Council’s mission to cement the city as a renewable energy capital has received a significant boost, thanks to funding from the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $108,180.50 for Dubbo Regional Council to develop a business case for the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Green Energy Hub. “The REZ has enormous potential for the development of solar, wind and pumped hydro projects that can contribute energy to the National Electricity Market (NEM), support jobs and drive investment right across our region,” Mr Saunders said. “It also unlocks a lot of opportunities – from component manufacturing

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Thousands of women to receive fertility treatment rebate

All regions /

NSW Nationals Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has welcomed the NSW Government’s announcement of an Australian-first rebate for IVF or other assisted reproductive technology. The $80 million expansion of the NSW Affordable IVF Initiative will extend rebates for pre-IVF fertility testing and introduce a new $2,000 rebate for fertility treatment. Mr Saunders said the high costs of fertility treatment can add stress to those experiencing fertility issues. “This rebate will make NSW one of the most affordable places in the world to have IVF treatment, reducing out-of-pocket costs to help families have a baby,” Mr Saunders said. “The

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Nominations open for awards recognising local women in sport

All regions /

Local champions and young achievers in sport will be recognised as part of the NSW Government’s Her Sport Her Way Awards, with nominations now open. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the Her Sport Her Way Awards celebrate and honour the achievements of women and organisations that are breaking down barriers for women’s sport in NSW. “The Her Sport Her Way Awards recognise the achievements of women and organisations in driving powerful change and leaving a legacy for the way women’s sport is played in NSW,” Mr Saunders said. “Women make such an incredible contribution to sporting clubs

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Boosting Trangie Golf Club as a community hub

Narromine & Trangie /

The Trangie Golf Club is set to throw open its doors to even more community members with the help of a grant from the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnerships program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $90,280 for the Trangie Golf Club Cooperative to construct an accessible pergola. “Player numbers have dropped in recent years, but the team at the golfie know it’s more about bringing people together, than the sport itself,” Mr Saunders said. “Whether you’re interested in playing golf or not, we want to encourage people to gather socially, and if they’re being active

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Supporting the next generation of nurses and midwifes

All regions /

Locals considering a career as a nurse or midwife are being encouraged to choose a rewarding career with NSW Health, and there’s support available through cadetship and scholarship programs this year. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said applications are now open for NSW Health’s Enrolled Nurse Scholarships, Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Cadetship Program and Aboriginal Nursing and Midwifery Scholarships. The programs are available across the state, not just for recent school leavers, but everyone considering a career change. Mr Saunders said the cadetships and scholarships will provide professional and financial support to those interested in taking on these

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Building the case for zoo expansion

Dubbo /

The Dubbo region could soon be home to a world-leading tourism and hospitality Centre of Excellence, thanks to a significant investment from the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $490,000 for Dubbo Regional Council and Taronga Western Plains Zoo to develop a business case for further expansions at the zoo, including a tourism and hospitality vocational training centre. “We know the Dubbo zoo is home to world-leading experts in conservation and veterinary medicine, but it’s also an award-winning accommodation provider, and Taronga is a registered training organisation,” Mr Saunders said. “More than 300,000 tourists

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Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders with Ben Furney Flour Mills CEO Sarah Furney.

Jobs boost: Regional Job Creation Fund Round Three

All regions /

Businesses across the region could benefit from round three of the $100 million Regional Job Creation Fund, which aims to enhance job opportunities, boost staff retention, and grow and diversify business in regional NSW. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said Expressions of Interest (EOI) will open on Friday, 13 January for applications that attract investment through co-funded projects and initiatives to support economic growth, productivity, and diversity across the region. “Businesses across the electorate contribute a huge amount to our economy and the Regional Job Creation Fund continues to support regional business by co-funding projects that drive investment,

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