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Dubbo Region Set to Solidify Itself As a Centre of Excellence for Health

Member for the Dubbo Electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced that a re-elected NSW Liberal and Nationals Government will invest $600,000 to develop a masterplan for the continued transformation of health care across Dubbo, Narromine and Wellington. “Thanks to this current government, Dubbo Hospital and the Western Cancer Centre have become world-class facilities, offering services that are traditionally reserved for larger metropolitan cities,” Mr Saunders said. “I’m excited to share today that a re-elected NSW Liberal and Nationals Government will invest $600,000 to develop a masterplan to complete the final stage of Dubbo Hospital’s redevelopment and map out the future […]

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Life Saving Boost For Dubbo Turf Club

Dubbo racegoers will be able to enjoy peace of mind trackside with the support of the NSW Government’s $500,000 Local Sport Defibrillator Grant Program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $4,500 for the Dubbo Turf Club to install two automated external defibrillators at the track. “We know early defibrillation can be the difference between life and death in the case of a cardiac arrest – nine out of every 10 people who suffer one outside of hospital don’t survive,” Mr Saunders said. “16,000 people flock to race meetings and other community events at the Dubbo Turf

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Over $1 Million Dollar Boost for Wellingtons Sport Facilities

FUNDING BOOST TO KICKSTART PIONEER PARK Users of Wellington’s Pioneer Park will benefit from a share of $36 million to get community sport back on the field after the impacts of recent floods.Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced funding from the Essential Community Sport Assets Program, with Dubbo Regional Council receiving $589,117 for upgrades to Pioneer Park, and the Wellington Warriors Football Club granted $26,250 for equipment repairs and replacement.“We all saw the devastating impact of the floods on our local communities last year,” Mr Saunders said.“Wellington Warriors suffered catastrophic loss and damage to equipment in

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Boost For Seniors Lifelong Learning

Local seniors will be able to broaden their horizons even further, with the support of the NSW Government’s Community Building Partnership Program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $16,000 for the University of the Third Age – Dubbo branch to purchase a mobile interactive smartboard for their classrooms at the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC). “Our seniors have given so much to our community throughout their lives, and now in retirement many are still active either learning or teaching others through organisations like U3A,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will really expand the scope of topics

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Boost for Seniors to Enjoy Their Retirement

Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $16,871 for RSL LifeCare to purchase a four-person personal transport vehicle for the community. “The residents have given so much to our community throughout their lives, and now in retirement many still contribute whether it’s through caring for grandchildren or volunteering,” Mr Saunders said. “Regardless of how they choose to spend their retirement, it’s vital they are given every opportunity to benefit from the recreational and social activities a place like Horizons has to offer. “This funding will give all residents, but especially those who are less mobile or more

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STRONGER TOGETHER FOR HOLI

Members of the multicultural community will come together to share their culture thanks to funding from the NSW Government’s Stronger Together Festival and Events Grants program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has announced $5,000 for ORISCON to host Holi, a multi-cultural festival, in partnership with Dubbo Regional Council and the Dubbo Nepalese Community. “Holi is a colourful festival that celebrates spring, love and new life, with dancing, singing, and throwing powder paint,” Mr Saunders said. “The Festival of Colours is a chance for us all to appreciate the wonderful diversity of our local area, and especially the many

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Construction Begins on the New Dubbo Bridge

Major work is now underway to lay the foundations for the New Dubbo Bridge across the Macquarie River in Dubbo. The Australian and New South Wales governments have jointly funded the New Dubbo Bridge project, which forms part of more than $1 billion in upgrades along the Newell Highway. It will improve traffic efficiency, reduce congestion for locals, visitors and the freight industry, and improve access across the Macquarie River floodplain during extreme weather events. Early works on the project started in August 2022 with the Brisbane Street and Darling Street intersection works now nearing completion. The New Dubbo Bridge

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Big Investment in Key Road For Dubbo LGA

Freight operators and motorists can look forward to safer and more efficient journeys with the Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders announcing the latest funding from the NSW Government’s Fixing Country Roads Program. Mr Saunders said Dubbo Regional Council has secured over $1.74 million as part of its plans to upgrade Saxa Road. “This is part of a massive upgrade to meet the standard requirements for this critical freight route in the Dubbo LGA, to improve connectivity and road access for heavy vehicles and local users,” Mr Saunders said. “I’m very happy to see Saxa Road receive vitally important

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Children in West Dubbo to Benefit from Improved Early Childhood Services

The littlest learners in West Dubbo are set to benefit from new and improved facilities and support programs at early childhood education and care services thanks to a funding boost from the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders today announced Dubbo West Preschool Incorporated has been successful in securing a $15,000 grant to improve facilities, including purchasing new smart boards for their classrooms. “It’s fantastic that, thanks to the NSW Government, these vital early childhood services in Dubbo have benefitted from government funding,” Mr Saunders said. “These new smart boards will not only benefit

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Local families first to benefit from universal pre-Kindergarten in NSW

Families in Wellington and West Dubbo will be among the first to access the NSW Government’s landmark universal pre-Kindergarten reform. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the services at Dubbo West Public School and Wellington Public School will be among the first 71 early childhood services from across NSW to begin participating in the first stage from next month. “Local families will be among the first to benefit from the Liberal and Nationals Government’s historic investment in early childhood education,” Mr Saunders said. Premier Dominic Perrottet said the first stage will ensure a smooth state-wide roll-out. “This first

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