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Some of the Dubbo electorate’s most disadvantaged young people will be supported to achieve their academic aspirations as part of the NSW Government’s Youth Development Scholarships program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders encouraged eligible youth in the Dubbo electorate to apply for the $1000 grant. “Focusing on school is not always easy, especially if you’re facing challenges with your health, caring duties, home life, or the cost of education and training,” Mr Saunders said. “The Scholarship will provide a financial boost to disadvantaged young people to give them the tools they need to finish their studies. “Students can […]

Primary producers affected by the February-March flooding event in New South Wales this year can now access additional funding of up to $100,000 thanks to a jointly funded program developed by the Commonwealth and NSW governments. The $100 million Critical Producer Grant Program will provide primary producers hardest hit by floods with support to restore production systems and rebuild essential infrastructure to a standard that will better withstand future disasters. Federal Minister for Emergency Management Senator the Hon Murray Watt said the Australian and New South Wales Governments remain committed to the recovery of flood-affected primary producers. “We recognise that

Prepare your family’s bush fire survival plan now: that’s the message from Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders and the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) in the lead-up to bush fire season. Mr Saunders said more than 500 community awareness events will be hosted by Rural Fire Brigades on Saturday, part of the annual Get Ready Weekend. “With the official bush fire season fast approaching, now is the time to prepare. You dramatically improve the chances of you and your home surviving a devastating bush fire by doing a few simple things such as cleaning out your gutters, trimming

Applications are open for grants supporting innovative ideas to boost public access to the region’s most significant heritage places and stimulate the local economy. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said this is a fantastic opportunity for the local community to get involved and celebrate the region’s rich heritage. “We are so lucky to have incredible heritage sites, and I’m excited to hear ideas on how we can reinvigorate these places to draw people in to learning about and experiencing the history of the area,” Mr Saunders said. “Across the state, $5 million in funding will support these heritage

State-wide surveillance will be strengthened to ensure NSW beekeepers have greater flexibility to continue their operations, through a new Varroa Mite Emergency Order, effective today.  Minister for Agriculture Dugald Saunders said changes to the Emergency Order will increase the surveillance registered beekeepers are required to conduct each year. “Registered beekeepers across NSW have shown strong support for the eradication of Varroa mite after it was detected by the NSW Government’s sentinel hives near the Port of Newcastle in June,” Mr Saunders said. “The latest changes require beekeepers to alcohol wash a portion of their hives at least every 16 weeks,

The search is on to find the most outstanding and influential women in NSW, with nominations now open for the 2023 NSW Women of the Year Awards. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the annual awards play an important role in recognising inspirational women from diverse backgrounds across not only the Dubbo electorate, but the state. “These awards are a wonderful opportunity to honour the women and girls who are making a real difference to our community,” Mr Saunders said. Nominations are open for the following six categories: Woman of Excellence Aboriginal Woman of the Year Community Hero

Students in the Dubbo electorate now have more opportunities after completing school, thanks to the NSW Government’s Infrastructure Traineeship Program. The two-year traineeship program is a collaboration between NSW Government infrastructure agencies and industry partners, offering Year 12 school leavers a rounded experience. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said applications are now open to all students who would be interested in taking on this opportunity thanks to the NSW Government. “The Infrastructure Traineeship Program will have more than 100 trainee roles available to do rotational office-based infrastructure jobs with government agencies, contractors and consultant organisations,” Mr Saunders said.

Local football clubs and players in the Dubbo electorate are set for a funding boost with the opening of the NSW Government’s Football Legacy Fund applications. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the NSW Football Legacy Fund will strengthen the local community and secure a brighter future for clubs and associations across NSW. “The Football Legacy Fund will help increase football participation in the Dubbo electorate through the construction or upgrade of community facilities, new or enhanced programs, and leadership and development programs,” Mr Saunders said. “I encourage all clubs and associations in our region to take advantage

Five of rural NSW’s most innovative and inspiring women have been celebrated in Parliament House in Canberra this week at a ceremony for the 2022 AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award. Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor today congratulated the national winner Stephanie Tretheway from Tasmania, who founded Motherland Australia, and the NSW winner, Josie Clarke from Bellimbopinni who founded Ability Agriculture in 2021. Mrs Taylor said these awards recognise the incredible impact of women in regional and rural Australia. “These women deserve to be recognised each and every day for the incredible contributions they make in their industries and communities,” Mrs Taylor