Narromine & Trangie

Narromine will benefit from a trial of new technology to reduce the risk of level crossing collisions between trains and vehicles in regional areas. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the trial at Narromine will evaluate the effectiveness of a stop sign with LED warning lighting on the Dandaloo Road level crossing. “I’m glad the level crossing at Narromine will be part of a trial to install innovative signs with LED flashing lights to increase and improve awareness and safety at this site,” Mr Saunders said. “If successful, we could see these rolled out across the electorate, potentially […]

Narromine will benefit from better fish habitats and fishing opportunities thanks to a grant from the NSW Government that will go towards improving outcomes for native fish in the region. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said Narromine Shire Council has received a $7,800 Habitat Action Grant, which will not only help the environment, but also improve recreational fishing. “I’m delighted that Narromine Shire Council has taken the initiative to apply for this funding that will restore riparian areas along the Macquarie River,” Mr Saunders said. “This project will have a long-term positive impact on native fish in our

An action-packed schedule of events is set to revitalise the Narromine region and drum up plenty of visitation, thanks to the support of the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders today announced $239,651 from the NSW Government’s $25 million Reconnecting Regional NSW – Community Events Program for Narromine Shire Council to facilitate not one but five events across the region over the next 12 months. “After years of drought followed by a global pandemic, it’s time for our communities to come together again and thrive once more,” Mr Saunders said. “This funding will enable council to tailor

Swimmers from across the Narromine region are in for the ‘time’ of their lives, thanks to the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant program (LSGP). Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $5000 for the Macquarie Yabbies Swim Club to implement a Wylas electronic timing system. “The Yabbies get 50 to 80 kids at their summer club nights, and all of that record keeping has been done manually by volunteers,” Mr Saunders said. “The new electronic timing system automatically assigns swimmers to heats and lanes, and kids will be able to view their times instantaneously. “I’m proud to

The region’s future tennis aces will be given access to dedicated coaching thanks to the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant program (LSGP). Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $2000 for the Trangie Community Tennis Club to deliver junior coaching. “After a brief hiatus, a dedicated committee reformed the tennis club at the height of the drought to give locals a physical and social outlet during desperate times,” Mr Saunders said. “Juniors make up more than half of the club’s members and the committee is dedicated to growing their ranks even further – not only for the

Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has announced Narromine local Jane Kemp has been named as a finalist in the 2022 NSW Women of the Year Awards. “Jane is a finalist for the Cancer Institute NSW Aboriginal Woman of the Year Award, which is fantastic recognition for the work she has done in our community,” Mr Saunders said. “A Mandandanji woman who is dedicated to progressing reconciliation, Jane supports Aboriginal people as Executive Leader for Aboriginal Strategic Development at CatholicCare Wilcannia-Forbes. “Jane has also mentored many young mums and Aboriginal men, empowering them to make a difference in their