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Nominations open for Emergency Service Awards

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Nominations are now being accepted for the 2022 Rotary Clubs and Districts of NSW Emergency Services Community Awards (NSW RESCA), which recognise frontline emergency services personnel for service above and beyond the call of duty. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the annual awards, now in their eighth year, provide an opportunity for local emergency services personnel to be recognised at a State-wide level. “Whether they wear yellow, orange, white, or blue, emergency service personnel from our region travel across the state to help those in need, from the horrific 2019-20 bushfires, to the recent floods that devastated […]

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Crown Land unlocking ‘Pathways’ for Aboriginal cultural heritage and health

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Aboriginal cultural heritage and health will be promoted in the Dubbo region under a partnership between the NSW Government and the Pathways Together Aboriginal Corporation. Member for Dubbo Dugald Saunders said the Pathways Together Aboriginal Corporation has been appointed by Crown Lands to manage a 8,822 square metre reserve in Wongarbon. “Pathways Together Aboriginal Corporation is a not-for-profit that operates a native nursery in Dubbo and specialises in Aboriginal programs focused on education, employment, mental health and well-being,” Mr Saunders said. “The corporation’s appointment as Crown Land Manager of the reserve in Wongarbon is a significant step that will allow

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Events encouraged to apply for slice of $20 million NSW Government funding

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Local event organisers are encouraged to apply for funding to make their events bigger and better than ever, or to help bring major sporting, musical or cultural events to town, as part of the $20 million Regional Events Acceleration Fund Round Two. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the new funding round will provide a minimum $100,000 to help bring new major events to regional NSW and between $50,000 to $200,000 to increase capacity and enhance existing events. “Examples of eligible projects include extra seating for outdoor shows or sporting events, temporary fencing, accessibility infrastructure, providing additional stages

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New tower unveiled at Dawson Park

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On the eve of one of the biggest sporting nights in the region, and a significant event for the local greyhound club, Minister for Western NSW and Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has officially opened the new racing tower at Dawson Park. The Minister was also updated by officials from the Dubbo Greyhound Club and Greyhound Racing NSW (GRNSW) as they prepare to host the Stockman & Paddock Country Classic on Saturday evening. “Dubbo is the hub of greyhound racing in Western NSW and it’s great to be able to unveil this new racing tower prior to the

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Inmates return to prison after mouse plague repairs

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Wellington Correctional Centre officially reopened today, following the completion of a $38 million refurbishment to repair damages from a mouse plague which devastated the Central West last year. Minister for Corrections Geoff Lee said the project aimed to enhance existing facilities, while future-proofing the centre against future plagues. “I’m thrilled to see this centre reopening at an even higher standard, which demonstrates our staff’s resilience and Corrective Services NSW’s commitment to community by working with local businesses,” Minister Lee said. “We repaired and reinforced the complex perimeter to better protect ourselves against future plagues and improved infrastructure to support our

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Raising the baaa! at Dubbo TAFE

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Aspiring shearers and wool handlers are mastering the latest industry techniques thanks to new state-of-the-art training equipment at TAFE Dubbo. Minister for Skills and Training Alister Henskens and Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the NSW Government has invested $45,000 to purchase five new shearing machines and a wool press for the state’s leading training grounds. “This new equipment will not only set future shearers and wool handlers up for success with the latest skills but will help meet a surge in industry demand,” Mr Henskens said. “Shearer numbers have fallen by up to 30 per cent over

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$10,000 for Stuart Town multicultural celebration

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Planning is underway for a new festival in Stuart Town which organisers hope will become a major fixture on the region’s annual social calendar. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has announced $10,000 from the NSW Government’s Stronger Together Grants program for the Stuart Town Action Group Inc (STAG) to host the Stuart Town Multicultural Festival on May 7. “Stuart Town is perfectly positioned between the regional centres of Dubbo, Orange, Bathurst, Mudgee and of course, Wellington,” Mr Saunders said. “The wider region has really diverse multicultural communities, and we know people are both curious about, and keen to

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$15,000 for Dubbo cross-cultural celebration

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Excitement is building for Dubbo’s annual multicultural festival, with Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders announcing $15,000 from the NSW Government to support the event. Orana Residents of Indian Sub-Continental Heritage (ORISCON) received the maximum possible funding through Round 2 of Multicultural NSW’s Stronger Together Grants Program. Mr Saunders said planning is well underway for the event’s sixth edition, which is set to take place in May. “The Cross-Cultural Celebration is always a fantastic evening, with delicious aromas and vibrant music and colours filling Victoria Park,” Mr Saunders said. “It’s wonderful that people from so many diverse backgrounds have

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Dubbo trailblazer announced as finalist for Rural Women’s Award

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A Dubbo woman dedicated to helping people connect during the pandemic has been named as a finalist for the 2022 NSW/ACT AgriFutures™ Rural Women’s Award. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has announced lawyer and Connected AU founder Mea Campbell as one of finalists for the award, which identifies and supports women’s contributions to rural communities. “Women are a driving force in innovation in our regions and The AgriFutures™ Rural Women’s Award is a testament to the positive influence more women are making in business and agriculture,” Mr Saunders said. “Mea is a lawyer, writer and founder of Connected

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Life-saving safe haven opens in Dubbo

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Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today officially opened the new Dubbo Safe Haven, a refuge for people living in Western NSW struggling with thoughts of suicide or experiencing emotional distress. Mr Saunders said the new Safe Haven will play an important role in helping people in the local community access immediate support as close to home as possible. “The Dubbo Safe Haven will be a game-changer for our community, offering a relaxing and supportive alternative to a bustling emergency department,” Mr Saunders said. “You can have a cup of tea or coffee, make use of its quiet

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