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Move over Vivid: Dubbo region presents Dream Festival of Light

Dubbo, Wellington /

A world-renowned public art installation and the Shoyoen Gardens’ 20th Anniversary are just two of the events set to benefit from the NSW Government’s $25 million Reconnecting Regional NSW – Community Events Program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has announced $287,582 for Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) to support a series of events leading up to, and as part of, the DREAM Festival in Dubbo and Wellington. “We’ve all been through a lot in recent years, so it’s important to invest in events that bring people together, which is exactly what this project will do,” Mr Saunders said. “The […]

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EnergyCo office to support REZ development

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The development of the Central West-Orana Renewable Energy Zone (CWO REZ) has reached a major milestone with the opening of EnergyCo’s local office in Dubbo. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders was joined by EnergyCo Chief Executive James Hay and Dubbo Regional Council Mayor Mathew Dickerson to officially open the office, which will serve as the home base for EnergyCo, the organisation coordinating the delivery of the state’s five Renewable Energy Zones. “This REZ was the first to be formally declared in Australia, meaning our region has the chance to lead the way in, and really benefit from, our

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Community and Place program announced

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Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations and Groups are urged to apply for funding to meet Closing the Gap targets, under the NSW Government’s $30 million Community and Place Grants Program. As part of the NSW Government’s 2022-24 Closing the Gap Implementation Plan, grants of up to $250,000 will be available to fund one-off projects including programs, equipment, vehicles and infrastructure to support Aboriginal Organisations and Groups to deliver immediate outcomes under Closing the Gap. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said he encourages all Aboriginal Community-Controlled Organisations and Groups across the region to apply for funding. “This significant funding outlined within

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Little A’s get a big boost

Narromine & Trangie /

Children of all ages and abilities are being encouraged to get involved with Narromine Little Athletics, with the help of the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant program (LSGP). Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $4010 for the Narromine Little Athletics Recovery Project. “Like many local volunteer-run clubs, Narromine Little Athletics was hit hard by the drought, and lost a lot of equipment during the mouse plague,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will enable the club to replace their marquee, which is crucial for providing shelter for the athletes during the scorching summer months, as well as

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Better access to Mudgee High library

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Students in Dubbo are set to benefit from improvements to their school facilities thanks to a $148 million investment across the State, earmarked in the 2022/23 NSW Budget. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced Mudgee High School will receive funding under the Minor Capital Works program to improve access and safety at the library entrance. “The school environment plays play a crucial role in students’ learning experiences, so it’s important that we provide high quality – and accessible –spaces. That includes making sure the library is accessible for all students,” Mr Saunders said. “Local businesses will

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Seniors urged to check for unclaimed money

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Older people living across the Dubbo electorate are encouraged to check for any unclaimed money owed to them by using Revenue NSW’s online unclaimed money service. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said anyone can check for unclaimed money on the Revenue NSW website. “It is a free service offered by the NSW Government to get money back in the hands of its owners,” Mr Saunders said. “The forgotten money held by Revenue NSW includes share dividends, trust accounts, refunds, commissions, deceased estates and money from a range of other sources. “Claiming money can ease the cost-of-living pressures seniors

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Safety upgrade for Gulgong Public School

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Students in Gulgong are set to benefit from a safer learning environment thanks to a $148 million investment across the State, earmarked in the 2022/23 NSW Budget. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced Gulgong Public School will receive funding under the Minor Capital Works program to install safety fencing between the two school campuses. “The school environment plays a crucial role in students’ learning experiences, so it’s important that we provide high quality – and safe – teaching and learning spaces. That includes the playground,” Mr Saunders said. “Local businesses will be encouraged to bid for

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Almond pollination season gets underway in NSW

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A mass migration of more than 90 beekeepers and their 80,000 hives have moved to Griffith to help pollinate the State’s $500 million almond crop as new measures roll out to protect the industry from Varroa mite. Minister for Agriculture Dugald Saunders said the NSW Government acted early to contain the spread of Varroa mite while allowing the industry to keep moving. “This time each year, thousands upon thousands of bees are needed to pollinate almond trees – so it’s critical we’ve allowed bee movements with the right safeguards in place to mitigate the risk of Varroa,” Mr Saunders said.

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Funding to get Mid-Western Region active

Mudgee & Gulgong /

People across the Mid-Western Region will have more options to get to work, school and explore their local community through the NSW Government’s $110 million Get NSW Active program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $150,000 for Mid-Western Regional Council to establish a strategy for shared pathways within the centres of Mudgee, Gulgong, Kandos and Rylstone. “This region’s a fantastic place to live, work and play, and we want everyone to have access to all the wonderful things this region has to offer,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will empower council to identify the needs of

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Funding to get Dubbo active

Dubbo /

People across Dubbo will have more options to get to work, school and explore their local community through the NSW Government’s $110 million Get NSW Active program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced over $460,000 for Dubbo Regional Council to improve footpath links, boosting accessibility across the city. “Dubbo’s a fantastic place to live, work and play, and we want everyone to have access to all the wonderful things this region has to offer,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will boost accessibility for people walking to access school, work, shopping and recreation, particularly for some of

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