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Narromine to benefit from Resources To Regions program

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Narromine’s sporting and recreational facilities are in for a boost, thanks to funding for a pair of major projects as part of the NSW Government’s Resources For Regions program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders announced more than $1.67 million worth of funding for Narromine Shire Council to facilitate the following projects: $925,604 to construct a clubhouse at Cale Oval; and $750,000 for recreational facility upgrades The recreation facility upgrades will include design and construction of an all-weather multi-purpose court in Tomingley for tennis, basketball, netball and handball. It will also allow for the replacement of Narromine Pool’s tiled […]

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Making it cheaper for you to get behind the wheel

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Vehicle owners in the region will benefit from more money in their pockets as part of the of the State Government’s overhauled CTP Green Slip scheme, with new data revealing Green Slips are at a decade low. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the scheme, which has been operating since 1 December 2017, has saved people money, delivered cheaper Green Slips, faster benefits to injured road users, cracked down on fraudsters and eliminated insurer ‘super profits’. “The CTP Green Slip Scheme has saved our communities cash and has been a big win for vehicle owners. Drivers have gone

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Christmas comes early for Orana Support Service!

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A not-for-profit organisation working with vulnerable members of the community will launch its own food van thanks to a grant from the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders today announced today $50,000 from the Community Building Partnerships program has been allocated to Orana Support Service to fund the much-needed project. “I’ve seen first-hand the amazing work done by Orana Support Service, including the Meals On The Main program, which I mentioned in Parliament earlier this year,” Mr Saunders said. “By the time the pandemic hit, the program had moved to a local park to accommodate all the

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Cooler classrooms projects reach tender milestone

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Students and teachers at Dubbo College Senior Campus and Dubbo Public School are on the way to brand new air conditioning systems, with tenders awarded for the Cooler Classroom Program at the schools. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders welcomed the progress on the program, and said he looked forward to work beginning soon. “It’s important that students can learn in comfortable environments. That’s why I’m really pleased that the projects to deliver the new systems at Senior Campus and Dubbo Public have moved forward,” Mr Saunders said. “As we know, we live in one of the hottest parts

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$100,000 for flood management in Mudgee

Mudgee & Gulgong /

Residents and businesses in Mudgee will be better prepared for flood risks thanks to $100,000 in funding for Mid-Western Regional Council as part of the NSW Government’s Floodplain Management Program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the funding will help the council to better understand and manage local flood levels, risk and exposure in their community. “I congratulate Mid-Western Regional Council on successfully securing this funding for the MWRC Floodplain Risk and Management Study and Plan, which will help to keep the community safe from floods,” Mr Saunders said. “Earlier this year council completed Stage 1 of the

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Funding to boost summer fun in our region

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Councils in the Dubbo Electorate can sign up for a share of $1.3 million in NSW Government funding to deliver free events, activities or experiences to enliven local public spaces this summer. Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders said grants of up to $10,000 were available through the ‘Festival of Place Summer Fun(d)’ program to activate the community and encourage people to stay local. “Councils are encouraged to deliver free activities such as innovative lighting displays, outdoor markets, micro-festivals, open-air theatre, street parties, lawn libraries and street entertainment,” Mr Saunders said. “Businesses across the Mid-Western, Dubbo and Narromine regions

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NSW to improve accessibility of water trading register

Dubbo, Mudgee & Gulgong, Narromine & Trangie, Wellington /

The NSW Government is improving transparency in water management and trading by calling on communities to have their say on improving online water trading registers. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the NSW Government is seeking feedback about what information our communities need to improve access and public confidence in the water market. “NSW has led the way in improving transparency and already provides access to a number of publicly searchable registers including the NSW Water Register and the Water Access Licence Register,” Mr Saunders said. “Now, we have an opportunity to improve access to these registers and

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THROWBACK THURSDAY: 2010 Dubbo Floods

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The first week of December has thrown up its share of amazing weather over the years. In 2020 we have battled early summer heat blasts, while last year we were dealing with some amazing dust storms. Back in 2010, however, it was flooding that captured the attention of the city. This week marks 10 years since Dubbo almost ground to a halt, with the city’s central business district essentially cut off and the Emile Serisier Bridge under water. This flood event, which resulted in an estimated $13 million being ripped out of businesses, and traffic chaos on both sides of

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Resources For Regions program delivers for Mid-Western LGA

Mudgee & Gulgong /

The Mid-Western local government area will soon benefit from seven projects that will deliver local infrastructure improvements and help the communities thrive, thanks to the NSW Government’s $50 million Resources for Regions round seven. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders announced $2.6 million worth of funding for Mid-Western Regional Council that will facilitate the following projects: $808,069 for Stage 1 of LED street light replacement in Mudgee and Gulgong $500,000 for amenity upgrades to Cudgegong Waters Park $500,000 for carpark extensions at Glen Willow Sporting Complex $250,000 for Mid-Western Regional Playground shading program $250,000 for fitout of a new

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Growing green thumbs in our public schools

Dubbo, Mudgee & Gulgong, Narromine & Trangie, Wellington /

Applications are currently open for the 2021 round of funding through the Sustainable Schools program, which supports students to develop innovative sustainability projects at their schools Schools in the region will be able to apply for grants of up to $15,000 to assist in developing innovative hands-on projects to make their school environment more sustainable.  Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said he is excited to see applications open, assisting in developing students with hands-on projects.  “The Sustainable Schools Grants program is providing schools with the opportunity to learn about being sustainable with hands-on experience,” he said.  “Earlier this

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