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As travel opens up across the entire state, Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders says he’s delighted Premier Dominic Perrottet and Deputy Premier Paul Toole have made Dubbo their first stop. “We have some amazing tourism offerings in this region, so it’s great to showcase the opportunities as travel opens up,” Mr Saunders said. “Many businesses, including in the tourism and hospitality sectors, have faced an extremely difficult time since our COVID-19 outbreak began in August. “With over 970 cases in Dubbo, and over 1600 cases in the region, we’ve been one of the hardest hit areas of NSW, […]

Local fishing enthusiasts have plenty of reason to smile with applications open for not one but two grant programs to improve fish habitat and promote their sport. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the Recreational Fishing Trust and Habitat Action grants are a fantastic opportunity to improve recreational fishing. “From the Windamere and Burrendong Dams by boat, to the banks of the mighty Macquarie River, our region is home to some of the best places in the country to wet a line,” Mr Saunders said. “Now’s the chance to make them even better!” The Habitat Action Grants program

As NSW emerges from lockdown, PCYC NSW is helping Learner Drivers to get back on track to obtain their Provisional Licenses. As a leading provider of Transport for NSW’s Safer Drivers Course for Learner Drivers, PCYC is offering a $100 discount, until the end of the year. This means families will only need to pay $40 for the course, instead of the usual full fee of $140. PCYC NSW CEO Dominic Teakle, said the organisation is proud of its ability to provide the Safer Drivers Course for Learner Drivers in many of its 65 club locations to help young drivers

The Centre for Work Health and Safety is calling on inventors, researchers and developers of innovative tools and technology to come forward with their ideas on improving safety in NSW workplaces. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the $500,000 funding will be awarded to one or more ideas that have commercial potential. “We’re looking for people with ideas or products at any stage of development that could reduce existing harms in workplaces, but who need help to take them from a prototype to the market,” Mr Saunders said. “This is a great opportunity for aspiring or established inventors

Three schools in the Dubbo electorate are taking part in an innovative pilot to increase their use of renewable energy. The first stage of the Schools Renewable Energy Infrastructure Pilot Project will see batteries and solar PV systems installed in 25 schools across NSW to generate and store renewable electricity, and reduce power bills and demand on the electricity network. The installation of batteries will also provide additional electrical capacity. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said this is a fantastic opportunity for students to learn about sustainability. “It’s great news that Gulgong Public School, Stuart Town Public School,

A program dedicated to supporting small, volunteer-run museums will receive a much-needed boost thanks to the NSW Government’s investment in Orana Arts. The NSW Government has committed $200,000 in core operational funds to each Regional Arts Development Organisation (RADO) in 2021/22 – up from $168,000 the previous financial year. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the additional $32,000 will help Orana Arts adapt to a post-COVID world, and invest in its Volunteers. Artists. Museums. Program. “Every town has a story to tell, and in many regional areas that story is only told thanks to our passionate volunteers,” Mr

Applications for funding for 2022 NSW Women’s Week events are now open, with local councils and not-for-profits encouraged to apply. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said $100,000 is available for local organisations seeking to host community, education, and mentoring opportunities for women and girls between 7 to 13 March, 2022. “This week is about recognising women from the Dubbo electorate, and celebrating their diverse contributions,” Mr Saunders said. “We are looking for events that not only bring women and girls together in a COVID-safe setting, but also provide practical support to help women across the region.” Events should

Families and businesses across NSW will benefit from a targeted $2.8 billion package developed to accelerate the state’s COVID recovery. The NSW Government’s Economic Recovery Strategy includes funding to stimulate economic activity with a strong focus on rebuilding and supporting businesses, helping the hip pocket and boosting jobs. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders welcomed the package which includes a $250 boost for family holidays in 2022. “As life returns to normal the Government is looking to encourage people to get out and support the many local businesses who did it tough throughout the lockdown,” Mr Saunders said. “As

After 400 pairs of hands on the job, 20,000 tonnes of asphalt laid, and more than 21,000 tonnes of material excavated, the Newell and Mitchell highways intersection upgrade has hit a major milestone, with traffic lights being switched on later this week. The Australian and New South Wales governments are jointly funding the $40 million upgrade to the four-lane intersection to improve road safety and improve efficiencies. Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Development Barnaby Joyce said this is just one of 13 projects the Australian Government is funding along the Toowoomba to Seymour corridor, under

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 said young people across the region have had to endure the effects of the pandemic and adapt to new learning environments. “The Youth Development Scholarship will help eliminate some of the barriers to higher education encountered by many individuals in our community, with scholarships available for students in Years 10, 11 and 12, or TAFE equivalent,” Mr Saunders said. “Applications are now open, and I encourage