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 Award on Australia Day in 2023.

Tony started playing saxophone when the band was a brass band, and now still plays the saxophone in the concert band.

For the Dubbo District Concert Band, 2025 brings on board a new sponsor, Air Link Airlines, and sees an exciting opportunity for young or inexperienced players who would enjoy the chance to experience “band life”. The new Link Band will start in Term 2.

For more information please contact Catherine Ryan on dubboband@gmail.com.