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Next Step in State-Wide Rollout of ‘Single Employer’ Rural Doctor Model

Expressions of Interest (EOI) for local GP clinics to participate in a state-wide rollout of the Single Employer Model for rural doctors are well underway. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said EOIs were being undertaken now via the NSW Division of Regional Health, Local Health Districts (LHDs) and Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in preparation of the first intake of doctors in the region early next year. “Despite GPs being the responsibility of the Federal Government, the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government has been actively looking for solutions to the GP workforce shortage in rural and regional NSW,” Mr …

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Narromine Local Lynda Edwards Named NSW Premier’s Woman of the Year

Lynda Edwards has been named the 2023 NSW Premier’s Woman of the Year after taking out the NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year at the Award ceremony held in Sydney today. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders congratulated Ms Edwards on the prestigious accomplishment. “Lynda is proud Wangkumara and Barkandji woman who has been a dedicated voice and volunteer for the Narromine community,” Mr Saunders said. “She has also been a passionate advocate for the financial rights, fairness and inclusion of First Nations people across NSW and Australia.” Minister for Women Bronnie Taylor congratulated Ms Edwards’ on her achievements …

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Grant gives Mumbil Anzac Memorial a Boost

The Mumbil Anzac Memorial is set for a revamp thanks to the NSW Government’s Anzac Community Grants Program (ACGP). Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $750 for the Mumbil District Progress Association to renovate the local Memorial. “We recently marked the one-year anniversary of Russia’s war on Ukraine,” Mr Saunders said. “It serves as a timely reminder of the fragile nature of peace, and the sacrifices made by countless Australians so that we can enjoy the freedoms we have today. “I would like to acknowledge the Mumbil District Progress Association for their commitment to honouring the …

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Natural Disaster Declared for Dubbo

A state of natural disaster has been declared for the Dubbo Regional Council Local Government Area (LGA) following the storm event of 9 February 2023. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the natural disaster declaration was an important first step in offering support for local communities under the Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, which are jointly funded by the NSW Government and Commonwealth Government. “This means assistance is available to vulnerable people whose homes or essential household items have been destroyed or damaged, and for business owners and primary producers who have suffered direct damage,” Mr Saunders said. “Assistance …

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$1000 Rebate for Small Business

A re-elected Liberal and Nationals Government will provide small businesses with up to $1,000 over two years to help cover the cost of government licences, fees and charges. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said it’s another way the Liberal and Nationals Government is putting downward pressure on the cost of doing business in NSW. “Small businesses do a lot of the heavy lifting in our local economy and we want to help out by putting $1,000 back in their pockets to cover a range of fees, like liquor licences, event fees and tradesperson licences,” Mr Saunders said. “This …

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Applications now open for Regional Apprentice and Trainee Travel Card

Regional apprentices and trainees across the Dubbo electorate can now apply for the NSW Government’s $250 Regional Apprentice and University Student Travel Card. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the Regional Apprentice and University Student Travel Card is a budget-boosting initiative to help ease cost of living pressures in the bush, where young people face long distances to get to and from work or training. “I’m pleased to announce that from today, more than 51,000 regional apprentices and trainees, aged between 16 and 66, can apply to save $250 on fuel and public transport to help with the …

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NSW Drug Court commences sitting at Dubbo

The Drug Court of NSW will commence sitting at Dubbo today, the first court of its kind in regional NSW. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders says the Dubbo Drug Court is a much-anticipated addition to the region’s justice system. “This is a government committed to supporting individuals, their families and communities impacted by illicit drugs,” Mr Saunders said. “Part of that involves strengthening frontline health and justice services and investing in regional communities.” The NSW Government has committed an initial $27.9 million over four years to expand the successful Drug Court to Dubbo, following a $3.6 million investment …

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Flood and fire alerts now at your fingertips

Locals can now receive the latest flood and fire warnings in the palm of their hands, with the launch of the NSW Government’s Hazards Near Me app. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) Fires Near Me app, which is used by more than four million people, has been expanded and rebranded to include flood alerts from the NSW State Emergency Service (SES). “Our communities have faced a range of floods and fires in the past few years which is why this app will help everyone to make safe decisions for themselves and …

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Fresh faces join Local Land Services frontline

The NSW Government is providing more support to landholders around Dubbo and Mudgee, with two more graduates to bolster the ranks of the Local Land Services (LLS) in the region. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said Ellie Ireson and Lauren Adler will join the LLS team for the next 12 months to deliver critical on the ground support and services to their communities. “I want to congratulate Ellie and Lauren on their new roles and I can’t wait to see what a big difference they will make by helping farmers and landholders in Dubbo and Mudgee,” Mr Saunders …

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Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders with Charles Sturt University senior education lecturer Dr Libbey Murray and director of external engagement James McKechnie.

Big boost for teacher training

An innovative approach to teacher training developed right here in Dubbo is now being doubled to accommodate demand from aspiring teachers. Based on the Collaborative Teacher’s Aide Pathway (CTAP) pioneered by Charles Sturt University (CSU)’s Dubbo campus, the Grow Your Own Teacher Training pilot initially aimed to support up to 100 School Learning Support Officers (SLSOs) to upskill and study teaching degrees while working in regional schools. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the trial has been wildly successful and will now expand to 200 participants in 2023 alone, including staff from Dubbo College Delroy Campus, Gulgong Public …

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