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$4M for Narromine Shire water utilities, roads

Narromine & Trangie /

Narromine Shire Council is set to embark on a multi-million-dollar scope of works to upgrade the region’s water infrastructure and improve roads, with the support of the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced more than $4 million from Round 9 of the NSW Government’s Resources for Regions Program. “This funding includes $2 million to improve storm water drainage in the Narromine catchment, alleviating local flooding, improving public health and safety and minimising council’s ongoing maintenance costs,” Mr Saunders said. “There’s also over $1.2 million to continue re-sheeting and sealing Newhaven, Farrendale, Belmont, Pineview and […]

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Dugald at Burrendong No 1 Bridge, which was funded under a previous round of the Fixing Country Bridges Program

Better country bridge to connect Stuart Town

Dubbo, Wellington /

Molong Street Bridge at Stuart Town will soon be replaced with a stronger, sturdier and more resilient concrete bridge under the NSW Government’s Fixing Country Bridges Program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said Dubbo Regional Council would receive more than $990,000 to replace Molong Street Bridge. “This is a fantastic announcement for our region, and builds on the more than $8.3 already delivered to replace timber bridges around Benelong, Mumbil and Terrabella, ensuring we build more resilience into our road network,” Mr Saunders said. “We know ageing timber bridges like this one are just not up to the

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More ways for seniors to get involved in 2023 NSW Seniors Festival

Mudgee & Gulgong, Narromine & Trangie /

Seniors living in the Mid-Western and Trangie regions will have more opportunities to get involved in the 2023 NSW Seniors Festival, thanks to grant funding provided by the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said Mid-Western Regional Council has received $4900 to host the 2023 Mid-Western Regional Seniors Festival. “Seniors are absolutely precious people in our communities, often filling vital volunteering and caring roles even in retirement,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will enable council to put on a range of events around the region at low to no cost, so as many seniors can participate as

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Preserving Gulgong’s Theatrical History

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Dame Nellie Melba herself performed there and now Gulgong’s historic Prince of Wales Opera House is set to embark on a major refurbishment with the help of the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said Gulgong Amateur Musical and Dramatic Society Inc (Gulgong MADS) has received $246,286 to refurbish the Prince of Wales Opera House. “The Prince of Wales Opera House is a performance venue with a fascinating history, and it’s believed to be the oldest still-operating Opera House in the Southern Hemisphere,” Mr Saunders said. “Built in 1871, it’s renowned the world over for its acoustics,

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New technology to help irrigators protect native fish

All regions /

Irrigators will save water, time and money at the same time as protecting native fish populations now and well into the future, thanks to the NSW Government’s $20 million Fish-Friendly Water Extraction project. Minister for Agriculture and Western NSW Dugald Saunders said as part of the program, state-of-the-art fish protection screens would be installed on 49 water pumps across the State, not just contributing to the health of the river systems and the longevity of fish populations, but also increasing farmers’ productivity. “These modern fish screens are fitted with fine mesh and self-cleaning technology that effectively filters unwanted debris and

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Buy from the Bush this Christmas to help flood-affected communities bounce back

All regions /

We’re bringing a taste of the Dubbo electorate to the big smoke of Sydney this week when the two-day Buy from the Bush Christmas market pops up at The Rocks on Friday and Saturday. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said Narromine’s Dumble Collective and Dubbo’s Saddler and Co. will travel hundreds of kilometres to showcase their wares to thousands of Sydneysiders doing their Christmas shopping. “The #buyfromthebush Christmas market will be back better than ever after a COVID-induced two-year hiatus,” Mr Saunders said. “Christmas trade is usually the busiest time for bush businesses, but this year’s record floods

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New Terrabella Bridge Levels up

Dubbo, Wellington /

The new $4.37 million Terrabella Bridge south of Dubbo is officially opened, providing a safer, stronger bridge that will boost freight and rural productivity. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the 101-year-old single lane wooden bridge has been replaced with a dual lane, high-level concrete bridge, removing load limits and helping make the Little River crossing safer and more efficient for freight and the community. “Bridges like Terrabella are absolutely vital in keeping our rural communities connected,” Mr Saunders said. “Whether you’re transporting grain, livestock or heavy machinery, or heading into to town for work, education or medical

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Digital facelift for the Old Dubbo Gaol

Dubbo /

One of Dubbo’s most iconic historical tourism sites is set for a digital revamp, thanks to funding from the Create NSW’s Creative Capital program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said Dubbo Regional Council has received $250,000 to enhance the Gallows Gallery with a touchscreen display, and build an interactive virtual 3D-rendered map of the state heritage-listed gaol. “The team at the Old Dubbo Gaol have shown time and time again that they can execute grant funding to an award-winning standard,” Mr Saunders said. “Just last month the Gaol claimed gold at the prestigious Museum and Galleries of NSW

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New Taronga Wildlife Hospital gives guest a window into healing the wild

All regions /

Guests at Taronga Western Plains Zoo will be able to see first-hand how Taronga cares for injured and sick animals at a brand new Wildlife Hospital in Dubbo. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the new $14.6 million facility is increasing Taronga’s capacity to treat and rehabilitate native wildlife and improving the Zoo’s ability to act as first responders for animals in emergencies. “Taronga Western Plains Zoo receives 300,000 visitors every year, and is home to some of the world-leading experts in veterinary medicine – now they have a hospital to match!” Mr Saunders said. “Guests will be

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Support for local community-led domestic violence programs

Dubbo, Mudgee & Gulgong, Wellington /

Community-led initiatives aimed at addressing domestic violence are taking place thanks to the 2022 Local Domestic and Family Violence Committee Grants program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said three projects, in Dubbo, Wellington and Mudgee, were selected for a share of $80,000 in NSW Government funding. “Our community relies on these projects when it comes to providing support and raising awareness about the devastating impacts of domestic abuse,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will support a range of programs that not only raise the awareness we need to see social change, but also empower young women and girls

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