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All-weather boost for Mudgee Playgroup

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Children at Mudgee Playgroup will be able to play outside, rain, hail or shine, thanks to a grant from the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the group has been given $19,306 to upgrade the centre’s play infrastructure, including soft fall and a sandpit, along with an extension of the undercover play area. “Mudgee Playgroup is truly run by the community, for the community, and the parents behind it are extremely dedicated,” Mr Saunders said. “But the options for playing outside under cover are limited, especially when it’s raining. “This funding will enable the committee to […]

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$400K upgrade for Mudgee animal care training

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Animal services industries in the Central West will benefit from a $400,000 investment in training facilities at TAFE NSW Mudgee. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the upgrade will provide enhanced industry training to veterinary nursing, animal care and pet grooming students, delivering a pipeline of skilled workers for these regional growth industries. “We know building contemporary learning spaces that provide high-quality, industry-relevant training translates into real jobs,” Mr Saunders said. “This investment demonstrates the NSW Government’s commitment to ensuring students in rural areas are given the skills they need to embark on successful careers.” Improvements include a

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Skincare company shares the good oil on traditional medicines unlocking jobs in Dubbo

Dubbo /

An innovative Orana based skincare company will help restore the local habitat while upscaling its production to meet growing local and export demand for its essential oil products, thanks to the NSW Government’s Regional Job Creation Fund. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said a $200,000 grant will help Native Secrets boost production of its essential oils and natural skincare products, creating 10 jobs, including training opportunities for local Indigenous people. Mr Saunders said Native Secrets will purchase processing equipment including a boiler and oil separator that will boost its in-house capabilities, also saving time and money by reducing

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Have your say on the new Rawsonville Bridge

Dubbo, Narromine & Trangie /

The community is being invited to have its say on the environmental assessment and detailed design of the newer, stronger bridge to be built across the Macquarie River at Rawsonville, west of Dubbo. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the Review of Environmental Factors (REF) was an important milestone for the project. “We’re excited to be one step closer to providing a much improved bridge that will be able to carry more traffic and heavier loads, and require less ongoing maintenance,” Mr Saunders said. “The existing timber truss bridge, has served the community well since 1916, but is

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$2.9 million for Narromine social housing

Narromine & Trangie /

Individuals and families at risk of homelessness will be supported into safe and secure homes thanks to a $2.9 million boost to social housing in Narromine. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the NSW Government is partnering with Orana Support Service to deliver 16 new homes under the Community Housing Innovation Fund (CHIF). “The project is close to shops, services and employment opportunities and will create jobs for local trades and construction workers,” Mr Saunders said. “It’s a perfect example of how we’re working with community housing providers, like Orana Support Service, to help break the cycle of

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Investing in our firefighters

Wellington /

Firefighters across the region will have access to state-of-the art training thanks to the latest investment in the Wellington Fire and Rescue NSW (FRNSW) training centre. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders joined Minister for Police and Emergency Sevices David Elliott in Wellington recently to announce five new Bullex Digital Fire Training Systems, valued at $55,000 each, to be installed in each of FRNSW’s regional training centres. “In this day and age, technology means we can give the best possible training to our firefighters, preparing them for the dangerous situations they face, all from the safety of a controlled

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Event management scholarship to benefit Kate and her community

Dubbo /

Dubbo’s Kate Wade has been awarded a scholarship to study a Diploma of Event Management thanks to a partnership between Destination NSW and peak events industry body Meeting & Events Australia (MEA). Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the Event Management Scholarship Program is designed to stimulate the regional visitor economy by investing in home-grown talent. “Kate already coordinates business events through her work with The Exchange Dubbo,” Mr Saunders said. “This scholarship will not just support Kate with tuition, but will ultimately benefit our region by advancing her event management skills. “The regional conference economy is worth

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Boost for Dubbo multicultural community

Dubbo /

The Dubbo region is home to people from a rich array of cultural backgrounds, and two groups devoted to celebrating that diversity have received a very welcome boost from the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $3456 for the Bangladeshi Community (BCID) in Dubbo for the purchase of marquees, chairs, tables and speakers to facilitate events. Mr Saunders also announced $3,100 for the Orana Residents of Indian Sub-Continental Heritage Inc (ORISCON) to equip the office in their new hall, and purchase furniture and equipment for use at their events. “These two volunteer-driven community organisations

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Australia’s first renewable energy zone declared

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Australia’s first ever Renewable Energy Zone (REZ), the Central-West Orana REZ, has been declared. Energy Minister Matt Kean said this is a great win for the Central West as the REZ will help drought-proof traditional farming communities, as well as provide new income streams for landholders that host electricity infrastructure. “NSW is driving the nation’s action on climate change, by securing our economic and environmental prosperity for decades to come,” Mr Kean said. “Once complete this REZ will provide at least 3,000 megawatts of cheap, reliable electricity, enough to power 1.4 million homes. It will also drive $5.2 billion in

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Wellington-born Aboriginal biscuit and slice maker set to grow

Dubbo, Wellington /

A Wellington-born, Aboriginal owned food manufacturer is set to substantially increase its supply of Australian native biscuits and slices to corporate and travel markets, thanks to the NSW Government’s Regional Job Creation Fund. Member for Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said an $180,000 grant will help Dreamtime Tuka improve its manufacturing capacity through automating production of its biscuits and slices, creating 10 sustainable jobs in the region. “Dreamtime Tuka is a local success story, coming from humble beginnings in Wellington. Herb Smith has created a successful company that celebrates Aboriginal culture and heritage through native food products,” Mr

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