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Seniors advised not to go it alone when navigating My Aged Care looking for care services

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Avoid the winter blues on our roads: slow down and drive to the conditions

Many Australian drivers think that the speed limit is a minimum, not a maximum, and taking things more carefully in winter is a concept totally foreign to their approach on the roads. However, car owners across the Central Tablelands and Central...

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Weed of trouble as imported Gazania poses environment, grain, crop risks

Much of our broadacre pasture and cropping industries could be decimated by the increasing spread of the invasive South African flower, Gazania. Now, a new La Trobe University study, has found that the plant is actually more resilient than...

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Wednesday, June 11, is Thank A First Responder Day

Wednesday, June 11, is Thank A First Responder Day. The national initiative recognises the commitment and sacrifices first responders and their families make every day to keep the community safe.

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Sharon Bonthuys

Surgery lists balloon as hospitals plead for resources

More than 8000 people are overdue for planned surgeries in NSW, up 2.5 times from a year ago, and doctors say resourcing cannot keep up with demand.

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Alex Mitchell

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‘Geurie’s Golden Boy’ Nathan off to Germany after big grant win

Known as “Geurie’s golden boy”, locally-raised tenor and former Dubbo College student Nathan Bryon firmly fixed another feather in his cap recently by winning the 2024 German-Australian Opera Grant. This means that, in August, he will join the...

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More photos from the 2025 Regional Australia Bank Dubbo Show

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2025 Regional Australia Bank Dubbo Show

With the most perfect three-day weather, the 2025 Regional Australia Bank Dubbo Show was an absolute beauty. There were so many highlights to enjoy – from the Saturday night fireworks to the Sunday afternoon “fireworks” of the Demolition...

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Kep the lad, first to christen Dubbo’s new Olympic pool

Local historian Patrick Bourke read our recent Time Warp on Dubbo’s very-own Labor government minister and human rights lawyer, Kep Enderby, with keen interest and sent us this fascinating snippet… “Kep Enderby was also mentioned in a Dubbo...

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‘Quamby Classics’ hits right note for Sing Australia Dubbo’s birthday

Creating an opportunity for everyone to enjoy the wonder of music, Sing Australia Dubbo recently held one of their famous biennial choir concerts at a property just outside of Wongarbon. Called ‘Quamby Classics’ – after the property’s name –...

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Deadline approaching for writing competition

The deadline is approaching for the Country Press NSW 125th Anniversary Writing Awards, with entries closing in July. Short stories are free to enter in this historic competition which commemorates a significant milestone for Australia’s first and...

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Lucie Peart

10 Jun 2025

Sport

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Outback Dragons celebrate end-of-season awards

The Outback Dragons in Dubbo recently celebrated the end of their season with their annual awards dinner, recognising key contributions and standout performances from team members. Shaleen Shah and Dion Oldridge received the Coaches Award...

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Dubbo Photo News

08 Jun 2025

Two Demons senior teams sitting at top of the ladder

By Dubbo Demons. In a big round of footy last weekend, the Dubbo Demons showcased grit, talent and club spirit across all age groups, with the Tier 2 Men’s and Under-12s sides leading the charge in what was a mixed round of results across the board...

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Club Championships played at West Dubbo Bowls

Contributed by West Dubbo Bowls. Three club championships were determined last weekend at West Dubbo Bowls. On Saturday, the final of the Men’s Major/Minor Pairs saw Anthony Brown and Mick Smith win a thrilling match against Max Low and Bill Van...

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Dubbo riders compete in Canberra Junior and Women’s Cycling Tour

Three of Dubbo’s emerging young riders were determined to make headlines at the Annual Canberr

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Superb lawns, fine facilities in Orange round of new tri-series

Contributed by “South Stake”. New tri-series between croquet clubs in the region kicked off with an event in Orange in early May. The Friday event was the first in a series of one-day matches planned between western NSW croquet clubs with, at...

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06 Jun 2025

CYMS put up their hands for a mate

CYMS and Macquarie have had plenty of O’Connors through their ranks over the years. Indeed brothers Ross and Tom wore green and blue respectively. All that is put aside when it comes to supporting a mate and their family in need. Ryan O’Connor...

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Geoff Mann

05 Jun 2025

Blocker and Benny come to support one of our own battling MND

The charity begun by League Immortal Ron Coote will host a Long lunch on Friday, June 27, at th

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Geoff Mann

05 Jun 2025

Local profiles

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What Kids Say: Van

What is your name? Van How old are you? Three What are you good at? Playing with the cars! What is your favourite food? Afternoon Tea. It is yummy! I got lots of chocolate at Easter. Lots of rabbits! What is your favourite song? Gummy Bears (sings...

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Class of the Week: Wongarbon Public School, Year 4/5/6 class

Students in Years Four, Five, and Six at Wongarbon Public School, along with Mrs Rich, have been enjoying their science unit on “Changes in Matter”. They’ve explored various hands-on experiments, like making slime, to deepen their understanding...

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10 Jun 2025

Page 3 Profile: TJ (Tejaswee) Rajthala

Where did you grow up? I grew-up in Hetauda, a small city in Nepal, and now I’m lucky to call Dubbo home. What do you do for fun? You’ll usually find me behind a camera, working on creative projects, or running around after my little one. I also...

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08 Jun 2025

What Kids Say: Weston

How old are you? 4. What are you good at? I’m good at making elephants. What is your favourite food? Chocolate, apples and bananas. Do you have a favourite song? No! I don’t like singing! What makes you laugh? My brother makes me laugh. What is...

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28 May 2025

Letters & opinion

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936 weekends | The Good Enough Parent

Friday: I start the day with a blood test. Miss 10 asks if she can accompany me, and as I tell her “hell no” she reminds me that she’s struggling with my illness and the counsellor has suggested quality time together to help her. I rue the day...

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Emily Thompson

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 04.06.2025

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Paul Dorin

04 Jun 2025

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 02.06.2025

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Paul Dorin

02 Jun 2025

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 01.06.2025

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Paul Dorin

01 Jun 2025

Wellington news

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Happy 60th birthday to Kerri-ann

Kerry-ann Stanley celebrated her 60th birthday with friends and family at the Wellington Soldiers Club

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Colin Rouse

Money for local groups with wind farm community grants

Nearly $70,000 in grants for local groups from Bodangora Wind Farm Community Benefit fund

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05 Jun 2025

Sun-shiny day at the Wellington Show

The annual Wellington Show is always a highlight of the local calendar, and this year was no ex

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Colin Rouse

30 May 2025

Lions Pre-Loved Book Fair on the move and looking for a new home

Recently gifting a big cheque to provide holiday events for local kids, Wellington’s Lions Pre-loved Book Fair is a great local resource and a wonderful fund-raiser for the community. However, things are about to change. The imminent sale of the...

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29 May 2025

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Fun of the fair at another Dubbo Show

Luke from ROAM media provided these exciting pictures of the recent Dubbo Show held last weekend. The Show, first staged in 1873, has grown from small beginnings to become one of the major agricultural shows in NSW, and is currently recognised as...

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Tree-mendous! School is back for 2025

Goodbye parks, pools and playdates, hello classrooms! These youngsters are all dressed up ready to take on the new school year. Pictured are (top) Ashton and Fletcher, (below) Dana, Hugo, Bella, Edie, Evie, Theo and Alex. Do you have your family’s...

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Pot of gold?

The “pot of gold” at the end of this rainbow is the luxurious apartments under construction at the start of Church Street in Dubbo

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Book launch: ‘Early Pioneers of Dubbo pre-1882’

Scenes from the recent book launch of ‘Early Pioneers of Dubbo pre-1882’, published by the Dubbo & District Family History Society Inc

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