Mudgee & Gulgong

Road users are being encouraged to think about how their driving affects others during National Road Safety Week. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders saidcountry people make up a third of NSW’s population, but last year deaths on country roads made up more than two-thirds of our road toll. “Between 2015 and 2019, 60 people were killed on roads in the Dubbo electorate, which unfortunately places us in the top 10 when it comes to all of NSW,” Mr Saunders said. “These deaths echo through the community and are felt by so many other people – family and friends, […]

The harvest is well and truly under way in our region and the NSW Government has been working with farmers, grain receivers and transport operators to ensure this year’s crop is moved safely and efficiently. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said recent rains have meant a bumper season for many farmers in the region and now it is imperative that crops are moved as quickly and efficiently as possible. “The 2020/21 grain harvest is set to be one of the best in many years and my NSW Nationals colleagues and I are supporting the industry by ensuring the

Venues in the Dubbo electorate are being urged to put the safety of customers and staff first and have a system for digital registration such as a QR code that records patrons’ names and contact details in place by 23 November, or risk facing penalties. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said digital registration, including QR codes, is fast, accurate and will give customers more confidence during a pandemic. “Any local business that is serious about safety should be using digital registration, such as a QR code or other method of capturing contact details electronically. There are no excuses,”

As Australia commemorates Remembrance Day, the NSW Government has announced that applications are now open for round two of the Community War Memorials Fund. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said grants of up to $10,000 are available for projects that repair, protect and conserve existing war memorials throughout NSW. “The Dubbo electorate will always recognise the service and sacrifice of our locals because we are proud of our military history which helped build the strong region we call home today,” Mr Saunders said. “I encourage eligible groups to take up the chance for this financial support for conservation

Dubbo will be home to a detoxification and residential rehabilitation facility, with Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders announcing $7.5 million will be allocated to the project in the upcoming NSW Budget. Mr Saunders joined with Deputy Premier John Barilaro and Treasurer Dominic Perrottet to make the announcement, and said the facility will be a lifesaving project that will create real change in our region. “Unfortunately, too many people in the community are either directly or indirectly impacted by drug addiction and the associated societal problems, and this is a huge step forward in providing access to services that

Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has backed an initiative that will see working families and young children in the Dubbo electorate benefit from a year of free preschool. On Sunday, the NSW Government announced a $120 million funding commitment for community preschools in 2021 that will allow more than 44,000 three to five year olds attend community preschool. Mr Saunders said the free preschool program has been supporting families since the beginning of the pandemic and is providing certainty for parents into the future. “Since the initial announcement of our COVID-19 response, the free preschool program has saved

Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has backed the return of shows in 2021, saying they play an important role in the psyche of towns and cities in regional NSW. The NSW Government announced on Thursday that shows will be allowed to go ahead, with COVID safe guidelines in place that will allow locals and visitors to enjoy the activities. Mr Saunders said local shows are a proud tradition that communities looks forward to every year and the green light to bring this cherished event back is great news. “Much of our region is in drought recovery for the