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LABOR IGNORES COMMUNITY CALLS

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The NSW Opposition has slammed the Minns Government’s weak response to a petition signed by more than 22,000 people, calling for more action to deal with the regional youth crime crisis.  NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders said Labor’s ‘we’re doing enough’ attitude shows it’s not listening to what residents and families need. “All we’ve seen in the past two years is young ringleaders wreaking havoc on our communities – breaking into people’s homes, stealing cars, hurting loved ones and costing lives,” Mr Saunders said. “People have had an absolute gutful of the Premier and Attorney General implying they have solved […]

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CALLS FOR INCREASED FLOODING SUPPORT

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The NSW Opposition is calling for Category C funding to be fast tracked for communities impacted by the devastating flooding event in the state’s north. NSW Nationals Leader Dugald Saunders said an immediate declaration would deliver grants to small businesses and primary producers in the Hunter, Mid-North and North Coast regions, so they can begin the recovery process as soon as possible. “Today I visited Taree and the situation on the ground is really tough for everyone from families to businesses owners. Some farmers have lost their livelihoods in the blink of an eye and are in urgent need of

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LABOR’S HIT AND MISS BUDGET

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Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has welcomed funding directed to the region in the NSW budget but has criticised the Labor Government for failing to back the bush. He says people will be feeling the pinch after vital programs were axed like the Regional Seniors Travel Card, while the Department of Regional NSW had its capital expenditure almost completely diminished which will cost about 350 jobs. A total of $81.31 million has been allocated to the continuation of the New Dubbo Bridge project and $2 million will go towards the replacement of the Rawsonville Bridge. An additional $2.721

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Dubbo Youth Koori Court

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Today marked the ceremonial opening of the Dubbo Youth Koori Court, which began its operations in March 2023. This significant milestone marks the culmination of efforts made possible by the funding provided by the previous NSW Liberal and Nationals Government. Dubbo is the first regional location for the Youth Koori Court, following its successful operation in Sydney and Paramatta since 2015. Since its inception, the Dubbo Youth Koori Court has already proven to be an essential pillar of our justice system, offering culturally sensitive and tailored approaches to address the unique needs and challenges faced by Indigenous youth in the

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Urgent action needed to clear flood waste from cane fields

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The NSW Opposition is calling on the Government to provide financial assistance to clear dangerous debris from cane fields across the Northern Rivers, after last year’s catastrophic floods. Leader of the NSW Nationals Dugald Saunders said cane growers are still finding unsafe waste in their paddocks. “One of the lingering issues for farmers following the 2022 floods is the hazardous materials that are left behind once the water subsides,” Mr Saunders said. “Cane crops in northern NSW can take two years to mature and with the first major harvest underway since the deluge, farmers are now facing dangerous conditions. “We

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Muddy path ahead for Labor’s feral pig control plan

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NSW Nationals Leader and Shadow Agriculture Minister Dugald Saunders has criticised the Labor government for lacking a long-term vision to tackle the growing feral pig problem across regional NSW. Premier Chris Minns and Agriculture Minister Tara Moriarty have today outlined plans for an additional $8 million to fund a coordinated control program, adding to the $5 million that had already been committed by the former Coalition government. Mr Saunders said Labor needs to look beyond the next 12 months when it comes to addressing the issue. “I welcome any investment into regional NSW, particularly for pest animal eradication and biosecurity,

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Ongoing Support Pledged for The Wine Industry

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A re-elected NSW Liberal and Nationals Government will invest a further $3.8 million over four years in partnership with the State’s wine industry to help it grow and prosper. A new Memorandum of Understanding with the NSW Wine Industry Association will focus on creating and maintaining a sustainable workforce, providing grape growers with access to more research and development opportunities, and boosting wine tourism in the regions. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the investment will ensure the right partnerships and supports are in place to drive a bright future for the wine industry in NSW. “This is

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$32 MILLION FOR NEW OVERTAKING LANES ON THE MITCHELL HIGHWAY

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A re-elected NSW Liberal and Nationals Government will commit $32 million to build up to four new overtaking lanes on the Mitchell Highway between Dubbo and Wellington. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the new overtaking lanes will see significant travel time and safety benefits for road users traveling on the Mitchell Highway. “We’ve seen housing demand in Wellington rise by over 30 per cent in the past year, according to the Real Estate Institute NSW (Orana Division), which means the demand on this particular road is also increasing,” Mr Saunders said. “This stretch of highway is an

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Sally Everett our Local Woman of the Year

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Narromine’s Sally Everett has been awarded the 2023 Dubbo Electorate Woman of the Year in recognition of the significant support she has given to the community. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders presented the award, and congratulated Mrs Everett on the work she does for the region. “I’m so pleased to present his award to Sally on International Women’s Day. She makes a tremendous contribution to our region, and has an extraordinary passion to make our community a better place,” Mr Saunders said. “Her dedication and involvement in the Narromine Jets Rugby League Club as a driving force of

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Funding Boost for Regional Events

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Event-goers across the country can soon experience more of the Dubbo electorate thanks to the opening of the NSW Liberal and Nationals Government’s Regional Event Fund. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the Regional Event Fund will support the region’s talented events industry with the help of a funding pool worth $1.5 million. “The NSW Liberal and Nationals Government is once again providing this fantastic funding opportunity, because we know how important events and festivals are to our local economy,” Mr Saunders said. “Whether an event is yet to get off the ground, or looking to further grow

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