Wellington

Students in Wellington are set to benefit from improvements to their school facilities thanks to the NSW Government’s $148 million Minor Capital Works program. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced Wellington Public School has received funding for a toilet upgrade. “The school environment plays play a crucial role in students’ learning experiences, so it’s important that we provide high quality – and accessible –spaces. That includes the loos,” Mr Saunders said. “Local businesses will be encouraged to bid for works through the Local Trade Scheme, so that they too can also benefit from this funding. “This […]

Young people in Wellington are reaping the rewards of free after-school activities thanks to the government’s Children and Young People Wellbeing Recovery initiative. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said the Wellington PCYC has received $28,999 to establish the Connecting to Sports program, in partnership with Communities for Children. “From junior and high school basketball competitions to cooking and arts and crafts, these programs are already proving incredibly popular with young people in Wellington,” Mr Saunders said. “These programs are not only teaching important life skills, they’re building resilience, in a community that’s been hit hard by drought, COVID

Wellington golfers and spectators will soon be able to enjoy the great outdoors in a sun-safe manner thanks to the NSW Government’s Local Sport Grant program (LSGP). Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced $9,300 for Wellington Golf Club to install sun shades at the clubhouse. “The Wellington Golf Club is a popular venue for functions, as well as a gathering point for golfers,” Mr Saunders said. “However, there’s currently no shade outdoors, and indoors fills up fast. “This funding will allow for the installation of sun shades for the outdoor area, allowing the club to cater

The Wellington Civic Centre has been a hive of activity over the past couple of weeks, as the 45th annual Wellington Eisteddfod draws to a close. So it was the perfect opportunity for Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders and Dubbo Regional Council Mayor Mathew Dickerson to pop by with some great news: $17,500 from NSW’s highly popular Clubgrants Category 3 Program to refurbish the floor of the auditorium. The Community Infrastructure grant will be matched by Dubbo Regional Council. “This refurbishment will allow the large dividing doors in the auditorium to close; the space will be a lot

Female jockeys in the Central West have been given a boost with the NSW Government to fund a $165,000 upgrade to facilities at Wellington Race Club. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders said racing had a long and proud history in the Central West, making significant contributions to the economy and sports culture. “While racing is a sport where men and women compete equally, many race club changerooms were traditionally built for male jockeys,” Mr Saunders said. “As the number of female jockeys increases, we’re seeing some older buildings where male facilities half empty, and smaller female facilities are

It might be only ten weeks old, but Wellington Public School’s Before and After School Care (BASC) and Vacation Care service has received a welcome boost from the NSW Government. Member for the Dubbo electorate Dugald Saunders has today announced a $20,674 BASC Establishment grant for Wellington Public School BASC. “After years of dreaming, Wellington Public School finally launched its BASC service at the start of Term 2 this year, and it has been a roaring success,” Mr Saunders said. “The school community includes a lot of shift workers, for whom the service is obviously invaluable, but it also perfectly