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Band president Tony hands over the reins after 25 years

May 03 2025 Updated May 1, 2025

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Tony Wheatland with a special plaque presented by members of Dubbo District Concert Band after his long service as president. Photo: Dubbo Photo News/Ken Smith.

After 25 years as president the Dubbo District Concert Band, Tony Wheatland was farewelled at the group's recent AGM.

Tony is handing over the reins to Mark Fiander, who becomes the 12th president of the Dubbo District Concert Band (DDCB) in the band’s long history, dating back to the 1800s.

Tony has contributed so much over his time with the DDCB.

He was awarded the Cultural Person of the Year Awa...