2023

150 YEARS OF THE DUBBO SHOW CELEBRATED AT WPCC - The Western Plains Cultural Centre is celebrating 150 years of the Dubbo Show with a new From the Vault exhibition in the museum space titled Best in Show: 150 years of the Dubbo Show.
DRIVERS REMINDED NO PARKING IN CBD BUS ZONES - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is reminding residents to be aware of times listed on bus zone signage with penalties applying for those who park in those areas.
2023 AUSTRALIA DAY AMBASSADORS - The ambassadors for Dubbo and Wellington’s Australia Day events have been announced.
2024 AUSTRALIA DAY AMBASSADORS ANNOUNCED - The Australia Day Ambassadors for the 2024 Australia Day events in Dubbo and Wellington have been announced.
3D PRINTED AMENITIES FACILITY NOW OPEN - The new 3D printed Macquarie Lions Park West amenities facility is now completed and open to the public for use.
A LOT OF LITTLE NOTHINGS: NEW EXHIBITION TRANSFORMS THE HUMBLE BREAD TAG - A Lot of Little Nothings is a new mixed-media installation created by artist Shani Nottingham that explores issues surrounding the mass waste of single-use plastic bread tags, consumption and their environmental impact.
AEC GROUP APPOINTED TO LEAD FINANCIAL CONSULTATION - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has appointed AEC Group to deliver an in-depth review into Council’s current financial position and develop recommendations to support a financially sustainable future.
AERIAL FIREFIGHTING CONFERENCE COMES TO DUBBO - Firefighters from across the country and around the world will converge on Dubbo this week for the Aerial Firefighting Series: Asia Pacific Conference & Exhibition (AFFAPAC).
AIRPORT PASSENGER NUMBERS BACK TO PRE-COVID HEIGHTS - Dubbo Airport has seen a steady increase in passenger numbers over the last 12 months, with March figures reaching the highest level since November 2019.
ALISON LESTER’S ARE WE THERE YET? ROLLS INTO THE DUBBO REGION FOR THREE PERFORMANCES IN MARCH - Alison Lester’s much loved picture book Are We There Yet? comes to life on stage at Dubbo Regional Theatre on Friday 17 March for three magical performances.
ALMOST TIME TO PUSH PRINT BUTTON ON NEW AMENITIES BLOCK - Preparations are almost complete for the 3D printing of the new amenities building at Macquarie Lions Park West.
AMENITIES BUILDING TO BE DEMOLISHED - The old amenities building at Macquarie Lions Park West will be demolished with works to commence on Monday 11 May 2023 and will be replaced in the near future.
APHIDS AFFECTING MACQUARIE STREET IN DUBBO - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) would like to advise the community that due to aphids attacking a large number of trees along Macquarie Street in Dubbo’s CBD, the footpaths, seats and bins in the area have been left with a sticky residue.
APPLICATIONS INVITED FOR MINOKAMO SISTER CITY EXCHANGE PROGRAM - An opportunity of a lifetime awaits students who wish to live abroad and learn first-hand what it is like to experience a foreign culture and day-to-day life within a different community.
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR COMMUNITY SERVICES FUND - Community organisations are invited to submit applications for the first round of funding for Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) Community Services Fund, which supports projects and programs that will benefit our residents.
APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR THREE COMMUNITY GRANTS - Applications are now open for a number of Community Service Grants across the Dubbo Local Government Area.
ARCHIBALD PRIZE EXHIBITION RETURNS TO DUBBO - Australia’s premier portraiture competition returns to Dubbo’s Western Plains Cultural Centre. Archibald Prize 2022 finalist, Laura Jones Brooke and Jimmy (detail) © the artist.
ART IN CONFLICT EXHIBITION AT WPCC - A new touring exhibition from the Australian War Memorial titled Art in Conflict is now showing at the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) until 14 January 2024.
ARTEXPRESS EXHIBITION RETURNS TO DUBBO - Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) is pleased to present ARTEXPRESS, which for the first time has been curated for the gallery by local Visual Arts Teacher Tamara Lawry.
ARTIST APPLICATIONS NOW OPEN FOR HOMEGROUND - The doors are now open for artists to apply for the Western Plains Cultural Centre’s (WPCC) HomeGround, a professional development program for emerging artists.
ASBESTOS AWARENESS MONTH THIS NOVEMBER - November is Asbestos Awareness Month and aims to raise awareness of the dangers of asbestos among homeowners and renovators and how to manage asbestos safely.
ASSET RENEWAL A FOCUS FOR WELLINGTON - Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) draft 2023/2024 budget, delivery program and operational plan will continue to invest in an asset renewal program with key projects identified for Wellington.
ASTLEY CUP CENTENARY CELEBRATED AT WESTERN PLAINS CULTURAL CENTRE - Dubbo College, Orange High School and Denison College Bathurst High Campus mark 100 years of the Astley Cup this year, with the century of hotly contested competition being celebrated by an exhibition at the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC).
AUSTRALIA DAY AWARD NOMINATIONS – NOW OPEN - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is now seeking nominations to recognise outstanding citizens living in our community ahead of the annual Australia Day awards.
BARDEN PARK ATHLETICS CENTRE CLOSED FOR ATHLETICS CHAMPIONSHIPS - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) wishes to advise the public the Barden Park Athletics Centre will be closed to the general public from Saturday 4 February to Sunday 5 February, inclusive.
BARDEN PARK ATHLETICS CENTRE CLOSURE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) wishes to advise the public the Barden Park Athletics Centre will be closed to the general public from Friday 20 January until Sunday 22 January, inclusive.
BE A HOMETOWN HERO THIS AUTUMN - This autumn is a great time to be a Hometown Hero and support the Dubbo region’s amazing tourist attractions by exploring your own backyard.
BE PREPARED FOR BUSHFIRES AND STORMS THIS SUMMER - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC), NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS), NSW Fire and Rescue and the NSW State Emergency Services (SES) are uniting together to encourage the community to prepare their properties for the upcoming summer period.
BELL RIVER STABILISATION PROJECT COMMENCES - Works will start this week on the stabilisation of the southern bank of the Bell River, adjacent to Pioneer Park in Wellington, that was severely eroded as a result of repeated flood events in 2022.
BENOLONG BRIDGE – PROPOSED STRUCTURAL REPAIRS - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) are investigating a solution to the structural integrity of the existing Benolong Bridge.
BENOLONG BRIDGE 42 TONNE LOAD LIMIT REINSTATED - Dubbo Regional Council advises the 15 tonne load limit on Benolong Bridge has been removed and the original 42 tonne gross load limit has been reinstated following the completion of bridge repair works.
BLIGH STREET NIGHT ROAD WORKS - Dubbo Regional Council will undertake night works on the eastern side of Bligh St between Talbragar and Church Sts. Works will commence on Monday 9 October 2023 from 6pm – 6am, Monday – Saturdays for two weeks, weather permitting.
BOOTHENBA ROAD INTERSECTION UPGRADE OFFICIALLY OPENED - Significant safety improvements have been addressed with the official opening of the $8 million upgraded Boothenba Road Intersection.
BRIGHT FUTURE FOR SOLAR PANEL RECYCLING IN DUBBO REGION - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will begin a solar panel recycling trial this Monday 4 December at the Whylandra Waste and Recycling Facility.
CALL FOR EOI FOR THE REFERENDUM PANEL EVENT - To ensure our community is well informed about the Federal Government’s 2023 Referendum in October, Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will host a Q and A forum on the topic.
CALL FOR REPRESENTATIVES OF AUDIT, RISK AND IMPROVEMENT COMMITTEE - Dubbo Regional Council is calling for nominations from interested and qualified persons who would like to be considered as an independent member of Council’s Audit, Risk and Improvement Committee.
CALL FOR RESIDENTS TO EXPRESS THEIR OPINIONS ON OUR TREES - Residents are encouraged to take part in Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) community consultation on a new Tree Preservation Order that could protect trees on private property.
CALL OUT FOR LOCAL SHOP AND SHOPKEEPER PHOTOS - The Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) is putting a call out to the community for images and/or items related to the history of stores in Dubbo and Wellington.
CATHEDRAL CAVE TOUR FULLY OPERATIONAL - The Wellington Caves Cathedral Cave Tour is now fully operational with the tour able to access all three levels of the underground experience.
CELEBRATE A SPECTACULAR SENIORS FESTIVAL AT MACQUARIE REGIONAL LIBRARY - Macquarie Regional Library is gearing up for a fun-filled February with various engaging activities and events planned to celebrate NSW Seniors Festival.
Changes coming for next Kerbside Collection - New zone names and a stricter enforcement of size limits are some of the changes coming to Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) kerbside bulky waste collection service when it returns from Monday 9 October to Friday 1 December 2023.
CHANGING TRAFFIC CONDITIONS DURING NSW TOUCH JUNIOR STATE CUP - More than 7,000 people are expected to converge on Dubbo for the NSW Touch Junior State Cup at the end of the month.
CHRISTMAS CHEER FOR WINNING STUDENTS - The winners of the 2023 Dubbo Regional Council Christmas colouring-in competition have been announced.
CLR MATHEW DICKERSON ELECTED AS MAYOR AND CLR RICHARD IVEY ELECTED AS DEPUTY MAYOR - Councillor Mathew Dickerson has been re-elected as Dubbo Regional Council’s Mayor following an open ballot of Councillors conducted at the September Ordinary Meeting of Council on Thursday 28 September.
COMMUNITY CONVERSATION TO BE HELD AROUND REFERENDUM - Dubbo Regional Council will host the community panel event, starting from 6pm at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION SESSIONS AROUND THE TREE PRESERVATION ORDER ON PRIVATE PROPERTY - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will host two community information sessions in order to allow residents to learn more and participate in the current consultation around the Tree Preservation Order for Private Property.
COMMUNITY SERVICES FUND AND FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM CHEQUE PRESENTATION - Eight community groups from across Dubbo and Wellington were recipients of funding cheques from the Community Services Fund and the Financial Assistance Program at a presentation held on Monday 22 May.
CONSTRUCTION OF NORTHERN BORE FIELD PIPELINE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has engaged Leed Engineering and Construction to undertake the construction of the Northern Bore Field Pipeline.
COUNCIL AT FOREFRONT OF TEXTILE RECYCLING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has launched a textile recycling trial at the Whylandra Waste and Recycling Centre to divert the problem waste from going into landfill and ensure the Dubbo Region continues to remain proactive and innovative in its approach to environmental sustainability.
COUNCIL BUSTING BACKYARD BURNERS - Dubbo Regional Council reminds residents to be aware of the restrictions on burning rubbish and vegetation in the open.
COUNCIL CONTINUES TO BUILD ON STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIPS - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) plays a pivotal role in the creation and continuation of a number of strategic partnerships in the Dubbo Region that provide economic, social and cultural benefits to the local community.
COUNCIL CUSTOMER SERVICE RECOGNISED AS TOP-TIER - Dubbo Regional Council’s Customer Experience and Engagement Team has been recognised at the National Local Government Customer Service Awards.
COUNCIL LAUNCHES NEW WATER PORTAL APP - A new free Water Portal app that can be downloaded to your mobile device to monitor the water usage at your property, business or facility will be launched by Dubbo Regional Council (DRC).
COUNCIL MAKING ROAD REPAIR PROGRESS - Drier weather conditions during the winter months this year have allowed Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) to make good progress on its road repair program, restoring the road network that was heavily impacted by flooding in 2022.
CREATIVE WORKSHOPS FOR KIDS THESE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - Unleash your child’s creativity and enjoy live entertainment these school holidays with a variety of art workshops and shows at Dubbo Regional Council’s facilities.
DAVID WALLIAMS’ MR STINK COMES TO LIFE ON STAGE THIS MAY - David Walliams’ award-winning book, Mr Stink, will be brought to life on stage at the Dubbo Regional Theatre this May.
DAVID WALLIAMS’ MR STINK COMES TO LIFE ON STAGE - David Walliams’ award-winning book, Mr Stink, will be brought to life on stage at the Dubbo Regional Theatre this May.
ARTHUR MILLER’S ICONIC DEATH OF A SALESMAN HEADS TO DRTCC - Rediscover one of the greatest plays of the 20th century when Hearth Theatre tours Arthur Miller’s heart-breaking masterpiece Death of a Salesman.
DONATE TO OUR FURRY FRIENDS THIS CHRISTMAS - Staff at the Dubbo City Animal Shelter (DCAS) and Wellington Pound (WP) are calling on the community to help give their furry friends a better festive season this year.
DRAFT PLANNING AGREEMENT FOR SPICERS CREEK WIND FARM TO COME - Dubbo Regional Council has resolved to negotiate a draft planning agreement with Squadron Energy Pty Ltd in respect to the Spicers Creek Wind Farm Project.
DRAFT WELLINGTON STREET TREE MASTER PLAN ON PUBLIC EXHIBITION - Residents are invited to have their say with the Draft Wellington Street Tree master plan now on public exhibition.
DREAM BIG AT DUBBO REGIONAL THEATRE - Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre is gearing up to host some top-notch events during September under the DREAM Festival banner.
DREAM FESTIVAL BACK IN 2023 - Dubbo’s DREAM Festival is set to return in 2023, moving from its former October schedule to run from Saturday 2 September to Saturday 30 September 2023.
DRONES COLLECTING DATA FOR SMART AND COOL PLACES PROGRAM - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises residents that the University of NSW will be flying drones over parts of Southlakes and South Dubbo between 10 to 12 November as part of the Smart and Cool Places program.
DRTCC 2024 PROGRAM SET TO SHINE AT SEASON LAUNCH - Let the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) entertain you in 2024 with the highly anticipated launch of the Season program on Sunday 26 November at 1 pm.
DRTCC CALLS FOR BUSINESSES INTEREST IN HOSPITALITY PARTNERSHIP - Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) is reviewing its Hospitality Partnership Program for Season Subscribers in 2024.
DRTCC Season loaded with more in 2024! - Comedy, dance, musicals and more is set to hit the stage for the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) 2024 Season with 22 touring shows set to entertain right here in regional NSW.
DRTCC’S 2023 SEASON FINISHES WITH A LAUGH - The final show in the Dubbo Regional Theatre’s 2023 Dare to be Different Season Program is going out with a bang and a burst of laughter this November.
DUBBO ART FAIR IS CALLING LOCAL ARTISTS - Applications are open for local artists to take part in the 2023 Dubbo Art Fair (DAF23), which will be held for the third year running at the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC).
DUBBO ART FAIR NOMINATED FOR PRESTIGIOUS AWARD - The Western Plains Cultural Centre’s (WPCC) Dubbo Art Fair event has been nominated for a prestigious Museums and Galleries of NSW, IMAGinE Award.
DUBBO ART FAIR TO SHINE A LIGHT ON LOCAL ARTISTS - Mark it in your diary the Dubbo Art Fair (DAF23) at Western Plains Cultural Centre will be showcasing local established and emerging artists from 27 – 29 October 2023.
DUBBO ART FAIR TO SHOWCASE LOCAL ARTISTS - Over 40 local artists will take over the gallery space in the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) for the annual Dubbo Art Fair this weekend.
DUBBO DAY AWARD NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is calling for nominations for the 2023 Dubbo Day Awards which recognise volunteers who have made a valuable contribution to the Dubbo community.
DUBBO DAY AWARDS CELEBRATE COMMUNITY MEMBERS - The contributions of 10 community members to Dubbo have been recognised at the annual Dubbo Day Awards ceremony held at the Savannah Function Centre at Taronga Western Plains Zoo.
DUBBO FAMILY DAY CARE WINS PERPETUAL STAR AWARD - Dubbo Family Day Care has been awarded the Perpetual Star Award in the 2023 Excellence in Family Day Care Awards.
DUBBO IN RUNNING FOR NSW TOURISM AWARD - Voting is now open for the NSW Top Tourism Town Awards, with Dubbo a finalist in the Top Town category for towns with a population of over 5,000 residents.
DUBBO LIBRARY TEMPORARY CLOSURE FOR RETILING - The Macquarie Regional Library Dubbo branch will be temporarily closing for four days in October while the access ramp and entrance to the branch is retiled.
DUBBO REGION EXPERIENCES SURGE IN TOURISM - The Dubbo Region has experienced a considerable post-COVID-19 tourism surge with visitation to Central New South Wales nearly 11 per cent higher than pre-pandemic levels, according to new data published by the Tourism & Transport Forum Australia (TTF).
DUBBO REGION GROUPS BENEFIT FROM GRANT FUNDING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has delivered community grant funding to several not-for-profit organisations across the region at a cheque presentation ceremony held on Monday 20 November at the Western Plains Cultural Centre.
DUBBO REGION ON SHOW IN NEW VISITOR GUIDE - The new Dubbo Region Visitor Guide has been launched featuring 107 local partners and is aiming to help boost visitation to the Dubbo Region.
DUBBO REGION SAYS G’DAY AND YAMMA (WELCOME) TO NEW RESIDENTS - Dubbo Regional Council will be hosting its second New Resident Night for 2023 on Wednesday 15 November from 5.30pm to 7.30pm at the Dubbo Visitor Information Centre, Cnr Newell Highway and Macquarie Street.
DUBBO REGIONAL COUNCIL FESTIVE SEASON CLOSURES - Dubbo Regional Council facilities and services will be closed or operating to a modified schedule over the upcoming December-January festive season.
DUBBO REGIONAL COUNCIL JOINS INDIGENOUS SOURCING PANEL - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has taken another step in implementing its Local Purchasing Policy, after joining the Indigenous sourcing panel Supply Nation – the country’s leading database of verified Indigenous businesses.
DUBBO RESIDENTS RECOGNISED AT AUSTRALIA DAY EVENT - Hundreds attended the Dubbo Australia Day event on 26 January with the hard work of community members recognised during the ceremony.
DUBBO SHOWGROUND EXPERIENCING BOOKING HIGH - The Dubbo Showground is experiencing higher than pre-covid levels for bookings in 2023, with facilities at the showground booked for 259 days of the year. Only three weekends remain available for bookings for the rest of 2023.
DUBBO SHOWGROUND OFFERS ADDITIONAL ACCOMMODATION FOR NSW TOUCH JUNIOR STATE CUP - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is converting the Dubbo Showground into hundreds of sites into caravan and motorhome accommodation for the upcoming NSW Touch Junior State Cup from the 23 – 25 February 2024.
DUBBO TO HOST NSW JUNIOR RUGBY CHAMPIONSHIPS THIS WEEKEND - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is excited to be hosting the 2023 NSW Junior Rugby Championships Under 14s event across the June Long weekend.
DUBBO TO HOST NSW TOUCH JUNIOR STATE CUP FOR NEXT THREE YEARS - Dubbo Regional Council is proud to announce the bid for the next three NSW Touch Junior State Cup Northern Conferences has been successful.
DUBBO WATER TREATMENT PLANT UNSCHEDULED MAINTENANCE - Due to a fault that is currently being experienced at the John Gilbert Water Treatment Plant on Macquarie Street, Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) requests all residents within Dubbo City, Richmond Estate, Firgrove Estate, Brocklehurst, Wongarbon, Eumungerie and Ballimore conserve water and minimise non-essential water consumption including the conduct of irrigation and pool maintenance.
DUBBO’S THEATRE A HIGHLIGHT FOR NEW RESIDENTS - The Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) theatre experience is far superior to those offered in Sydney, according to two subscribers and new residents.
DUKE OF WELLINGTON BRIDGE REMAINS CLOSED - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises residents the Duke of Wellington Bridge at Wellington remains closed to the public.
EARLY LITERACY A FOCUS FOR MACQUARIE REGIONAL LIBRARY - Macquarie Regional Library is committed to boosting early literacy in the local community following a report from The Insight Centre for NSW Public Libraries that ranks NSW sixth of all states and territories for mean reading performance. This places NSW behind both national and OECD benchmarks.
ELSTON PARK MLAK AMENITIES AND BBQ UNAVAILABLE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises the community the MLAK keyed amenities and BBQ facilities at Elston Park will be temporarily unavailable on Sunday 24 September between 9am and 3pm.
ENTRIES OPENING SOON FOR YOUNG ARCHIE DUBBO COMPETITION - Calling all budding junior artists! The Young Archie Dubbo competition is opening soon, with children aged 5 – 18 invited to enter a portrait of a person who is special or someone who is known and plays a significant role in their life.
EXPLORE MORE AT WELLINGTON CAVES WITH THUNDER CAVE REOPENING - Visitors to Wellington Caves can now explore more with the reopening of Thunder Cave.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST TO JOIN VILLAGES COMMITTEE - Dubbo Regional Council is seeking expressions of interest for residents of villages within the Dubbo Regional Council Local Government Area to join the Villages Committee.
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST FOR AUSTRALIA DAY 2024 EVENT COMMITTEES - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is calling for community minded residents to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) to join one of the Australia Day 2024 Event Committees in Dubbo and Wellington.
EXTRA GREEN BIN SERVICE FOR AREAS HEAVILY IMPACTED BY STORM - Dubbo Regional Council will be coordinating an additional food organics and garden organics (FOGO) bin (green bin) service for key areas of Dubbo that were heavily impacted by last Thursday’s storm.
FAILURE OF FLUORIDE DOSING SYSTEM AT WELLINGTON - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) wishes to advise residents in Wellington of a mechanical equipment failure of the Fluoride Dosing System at Wellington’s Water Treatment Plant.
FAILURE OF FLUORIDE DOSING SYSTEM AT WELLINGTON WATER TREATMENT PLANT - Dubbo Regional Council wishes to advise residents in Wellington of a failure of the Fluoride Dosing System at Wellington’s Water Treatment Plant.
FAMILIES DRAWN TO DUBBO REGION DURING SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - Families with young children were drawn to the region during the July School Holidays, according to the latest data provided through the 2023 July Tourism Market Report.
FAST FASHION THE FOCUS OF WASTE 2 ART EXHIBITION - The annual Waste 2 Art exhibition is now on at the Western Plains Cultural Centre until 28 May 2023. The exhibition features over 80 entries from primary and high school students through to community groups and individuals.
FENCE CONSULTATION FOR CAMERON PARK PLAYGROUND - Would you like to see a fence around the Cameron Park playground in Wellington? Dubbo Regional Council would like to hear from residents and visitors who use the playground to understand if they would like a fence, following a council resolution on 28 October 2021.
FIFTY FINE PHOTOGRAPHS BOB MONTGOMERY EXHIBITION NOW OPEN - Over 40 years well known Dubbo photographer Bob Montgomery took hundreds of photos both in his studio and around the country.
FILTER MAINTENANCE AT JOHN GILBERT WATER TREATMENT PLANT - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will undertake maintenance works to a further two filters at the John Gilbert Water Treatment Plant to ensure the infrastructure is fit for purpose and meets operational requirements.
FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY A FOCUS FOR COUNCIL - A draft independent review into Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) current financial position will be presented to Council tonight following a series of workshops with Councillors and senior DRC staff.
FIRST FULLY ELECTRIC ZERO TURN MOWER NOW IN USE - The delivery of Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) first fully electric zero turn mower takes another step towards further sustainability for the community.
FIRST SOD TURNED ON LEGACY PATHWAY PROJECT - The new Legacy Pathway, which will be built along the eastern bank of the Macquarie River behind the CBD, is one step closer to completion with the official turning of a sod on Tuesday morning.
FLUORIDE DOSING SYSTEM WORKING IN WELLINGTON - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) are excited to advise the community a new fluoride pump has been installed at the Wellington Water Treatment Plant with fluoride dosing for Wellington’s water recommencing.
FOCUS ON FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY WITH BUDGET ADOPTED - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 22 June 2023 to consider the 2023/2024 budget, delivery and operational plan. DRC adopted the budget with some changes based on submissions from the community.
FORUM TO STRENGTHEN RELATIONSHIPS ACROSS DEVELOPMENT INDUSTRY - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is extending an invitation to anyone involved in the local development industry to attend the Mayoral Developers Forum on 13 September.
FREE GREEN WASTE DROP OFF - Following the storm on Thursday night Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will be accepting green waste material from residents affected by the storm free of charge at the Whylandra Waste and Recycling Centre.
GET CRAFTY THIS AUGUST FOR CHILDREN’S BOOK WEEK - The team at the Macquarie Regional Library (MRL) are gearing up to celebrate Children’s Book Week.
GET CREATIVE AT THE DREAM LANTERN WORKSHOP - It’s time to get creative at one of the DREAM lantern workshops where participants will have the opportunity to create and decorate a lantern for the DREAM Lantern Parade, taking place on Saturday 9 September 2023.
GET YOUR LAUGHS READY FOR THE MELBOURNE INTERNATIONAL COMEDY FESTIVAL - The Melbourne International Comedy Festival is hitting the open road with a bumper line up performing at over 70 locations, including Dubbo!
GRANT FUNDING AWARDED TO CULTURAL PROGRAMS - The first round of funding from the Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) SPARC Grant Program, which supports cultural programs and projects, has been awarded to the first recipients.
GRANT FUNDING FOR CULTURAL PROGRAMS OPENING SOON - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is offering a new grant for cultural programs and projects that will commence its first round of funding in September this year.
GROUND CONDITION TESTING AT OLLIE ROBBINS OVAL - Dubbo Regional Council will be undertaking ground condition testing along the proposed route of the new Legacy Boardwalk Shared Pathway parallel to the Macquarie River.
GROWTH IN E-RESOURCES KEY FOCUS FOR LIBRARY - Macquarie Regional Library (MRL) is experiencing year on year growth in the borrowing of its eResources collection, with plans to continue to grow the eResources catalogue in 2023/2024. Last year the eResources collection grew by 10 per cent and a similar increase is planned for the coming year.
HARDWORKING WELLINGTON RESIDENTS RECOGNISED AT AUSTRALIA DAY EVENT - A twilight trial event was held in Wellington on Wednesday 25 January to recognise Australia Day and encourage inclusivity among the community.
HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE DELROY PARKLANDS RECREATIONAL PRECINCT MASTER PLAN - Dubbo residents have another opportunity to have their say in the future look of the city with the Delroy Parklands Recreational Precinct Master Plan currently on display.
HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE MACQUARIE RIVER MASTERPLAN BEFORE 17 FEBRUARY - RESIDENTS have until close of business on Friday to have their say on the Final Draft Macquarie River Corridor North and South Precinct Master Plan which is currently on public exhibition.
HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE PUBLIC ART STRATEGY - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) invites the community to have their say on the proposed Public Art Strategy that is now on public exhibition.
HERITAGE PLAZA WORKS CONTINUE - Archaeological works will be undertaken at the Heritage Plaza site near the Old Dubbo Gaol from Monday, 22 May.
HOW FAR WOULD YOU GO FOR A FRIEND? FIND OUT IN WILD THING - Di Smith, in association with Arts on Tour, is gearing up to bring Wild Thing, written by the award-winning Susanne Hawley, to the Dubbo Regional Theatre next month.
INCIDENT AT AIRPORT TERMINAL - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) wishes to advise the community of an incident at Dubbo Regional Airport this morning.
INCREASE IN ACCOMMODATION BOOKINGS DURING DECEMBER - Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) latest Tourism Market Report for Dubbo and Wellington shows an increase in accommodation bookings for both Dubbo and Wellington, with the Christmas period and first two weeks of the school holidays included in the data.
INCREASED PEDESTRIAN ACCESSIBILITY IN DUBBO - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) staff have been busy constructing a number of footpaths over the past 12 months to improve accessibility and safety in Dubbo.
INFORMATION SESSIONS AHEAD OF PROPOSED WATER AND SEWAGE HARMONISATION - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is proposing to align the former Dubbo City Council and Wellington Council’s water supply and sewage services charging structures to a single, consistent structure as part of the 2023/2024 Operational Plan and Revenue Policy.
IT’S TIME TO HAVE YOUR SAY ON COUNCIL’S DRAFT 2023/2024 BUDGET - Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) draft 2023/2024 Budget, Delivery Program and Operational Plan and other associated documents are now on public exhibition with submissions welcome until 5pm, Monday 29 May 2023.
JANUARY SCHOOL HOLIDAY VISITATION - Dubbo’s average occupancy for surveyed operators was recorded at 68 per cent, a three per cent increase when compared with the four-year average for January, with Wellington recording an occupancy rate of 53 per cent.
JOIN THE SUMMER READING CLUB FOR KIDS - Summer is just around the corner and so is the annual Summer Reading Club at the Macquarie Regional Library.
KERBSIDE BULKY RUBBISH COLLECTION COMING - Dubbo Regional Council’s Kerbside Bulky Rubbish collection will start on 9 October 2023 with residents in the South East collection zone.
LADY CUTLER SOUTH OVAL PATH REALIGNMENT STARTS MONDAY - A 260 metre section of the Tracker Riley Walkway and Cycle Path that runs alongside Lady Cutler South Oval will be moved by Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) as part of a project to restabilise the nearby riverbank, with works starting Monday 5 June.
LAND IN KESWICK ESTATE STILL AVAILABLE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) are continuing to promote and sell blocks of land in Stage 5 (Release 2) of Keswick Estate despite the market cooling this year with the current economic climate having a large impact on overall sales.
LAST CHANCE TO HAVE YOUR SAY ON THE DRAFT BUDGET - Time is running out to have your say on what Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has proposed for the 2023/2024 draft budget and operational plan.
LAST CHANCE TO SEE ARCHIBALD PRIZE IN DUBBO - Time is running out to see the 2022 Archibald Prize exhibition at the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC). The exhibition will close on Sunday 30 July, so be sure to plan a visit to see Australia’s premier portraiture competition before it departs Dubbo.
LED LIGHTING SWITCHED ON AT THE SHOWGROUND - It is going to be a lot brighter at the Dubbo Showground with an electrical upgrade and new LED lighting on the eastern side of the harness racing track now complete.
LIFE’S A MESS, SO CLEAN UP ON AISLE 6 WHEN BOOP COMES TO DRTCC - The winners of the 2021 Gasworks Circus Showdown Adelaide Fringe Award are coming to Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) this May.
LIGHT AND SOUND ACTIVATION TO SHOWCASE WIRADJURI CULTURE - For the first time a spectacular light and sound activation will showcase the Wiradjuri culture during the DREAM Lanterns event.
LOCAL ATHLETES RECOGNISED AT AWARDS - Over 70 athletes from across the Dubbo Region have been recognised for their achievements of State or National selection in their chosen sport at the Dubbo Regional Sports Awards held on Friday 10 November at the Dubbo RSL.
LOCAL HEROES SHINE AS THE FACES OF THE CBD CHRISTMAS FLAGS - The bright smiles of this year’s Local Heroes can be seen in the Dubbo and Wellington CBDs, with the 2023 Christmas flags hanging as part of the upcoming Christmas in the Dubbo Region campaign.
MACQUARIE CONSERVATORIUM TO OCCUPY 139 DARLING STREET - The Macquarie Conservatorium will occupy 139 Darling Street for at least the next five years, following a resolution of Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) during the 27 April 2023 Ordinary Council Meeting.
MACQUARIE LIONS PARK WEST AMENITIES CLOSED FOR PAINTING - The Macquarie Lions Park West Amenities block will be closed to the public for painting works from Monday 18 December to Wednesday 20 December.
MAJOR EVENTS BRING FINANCIAL WINDFALL TO DUBBO REGION - A number of major events held over the last 12 months had a massive impact socially, culturally and economically for the Dubbo region with festivals and competitions bringing thousands of visitors and millions of dollars to the area.
MANAGEMENT OF AQUATIC LEISURE CENTRES - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will offer a contract for the management of the Dubbo Region Aquatic Leisure Centres to Belgravia Leisure under the fully external management model.
MAUREEN: HARBINGER OF DEATH TO PLAY IN DUBBO ON TUESDAY 28 MARCH AT DUBBO REGIONAL THEATRE - The acclaimed one-person show Maureen: Harbinger of Death comes to Dubbo for its only regional performance directly from its season at the 2023 Adelaide Festival.
NET ZERO FRAMEWORK ON PUBLIC EXHIBITION - Residents are encouraged to have their say on Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) draft Net Zero Framework, which aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions within Council operations by 2050.
NETBALL COURTS RESURFACING WORKS COMPLETED - During May Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) coordinated the resurfacing of the courts at the Nita McGrath Netball Courts, supported by funding from Round Four of the NSW Government’s Stronger Country Communities Fund.
NEW BENOLONG BRIDGE LOAD LIMITS - Dubbo Regional Council is intending to impose a 15 tonne gross load limit on the Benolong Bridge following the identification of age related defects.
NEW CENTRES HELP WITH HOUSEHOLD RECYCLING - Community members are now able to recycle household batteries, mobile phones and electronic accessories, smoke detectors and ink cartridges at drop-off points located inside a number of Council facilities
NEW COMMUNITY CULTURE AND PLACES DIRECTOR APPOINTED - Craig Arms has been appointed to lead Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) Community Culture and Places Division following an external recruitment process.
NEW COUNCIL CHAMBER OPENS IN DUBBO - Dubbo Regional Councillors officially opened the new Council Chamber in Dubbo on Thursday afternoon, ahead of the Ordinary Council Meeting for July.
NEW ELECTRICITY CONTRACTS PROMISE BRIGHTER, CLEANER FUTURE FOR REGION - Dubbo Regional Council’s two new electricity contracts for its operations include an increasing component of renewable electricity, and are longer term agreements assisting to lock in price certainty and lessen the impact of rising electricity costs.
NEW EXHIBITION AND DIGITAL UPGRADE LAUNCHED AT OLD DUBBO GAOL - Three new exciting products have been launched today at the Old Dubbo Gaol with a new exhibition, a digital upgrade for the Gallows Gallery and a digital visitors map.
NEW EXHIBITIONS REIMAGINE TEXTILES AND INTERESTING OBJECTS AT WPCC - A major exhibition featuring works by twelve leading Australian artists who reimagine textiles and fibre art is now on at Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC).
NEW FENCE FOR CAMERON PARK, WELLINGTON - A fence will be built around Cameron Park Playground in Wellington, following a decision by Dubbo Regional Council (DRC).
NEW RESIDENT NIGHT A GREAT SUCCESS - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) hosted its first New Resident Night for the year on Wednesday, 15 February 2023, welcoming over 150 residents to the region.
NEW RESIDENTS RECEIVE WARM WELCOME - New residents to the Dubbo Region enjoyed an evening of games, snags and the opportunity to speak with community and interest groups at Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) final New Resident Night for 2023.
NEW RHINO DESIGNS STAMPEDE INTO DUBBO - Three newly designed and freshly painted rhino statues have been installed at the entrances to Dubbo.
NEW WELLINGTON ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has installed four new public electric vehicle charging stations in Wellington, with two at Wellington Library and two at the Wellington Caves.
NEW YOUR SAY PLATFORM TO RENEW COUNCIL’S COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is launching Your Say, a new community engagement platform which will be the centralised hub for all public participation and engagement activities.
NOMINATIONS NOW OPEN FOR SPORTS AWARDS - Nominations are now open for the 2023 Dubbo Region Sports Awards which recognise the outstanding achievements of sportspeople from Dubbo and Wellington.
NSW EPA ANNUAL HOUSEHOLD CHEMICAL CLEAN OUT - The annual NSW EPA household chemical clean out will occur on Saturday 12 August at locations in Dubbo and Wellington.
NSW TOUCH JUNIOR STATE CUP HAILED A MAJOR SUCCESS - The NSW Touch Junior State Cup Northern Conference has been hailed a success after three days of action-packed competition at the Lady Cutler Sporting Precinct.
NSW TOUCH JUNIOR STATE CUP TAKES CENTRE STAGE IN DUBBO - For the next three days more than 7000 people will converge on Dubbo for the NSW Touch Junior State Cup Northern Conference.
OCTOBER COMMUNITY LEADERS’ MEET AND GREET - Community members are invited to a meet and greet with their local community leaders at the Dubbo Farmers’ Markets on Saturday 7 October.
OLD DUBBO GAOL TO HOST COMMUNITY SLEEP OUT - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) Mayor Mathew Dickerson and Councillors Shibli Chowdhury and Matthew Wright are among those who have signed up to sleep rough in cool temperatures as part of the Vinnies Community Sleep Out for 2023.
OLD DUBBO GAOL WINS SILVER AT NSW TOURISM AWARDS - It’s silver! Old Dubbo Gaol has taken home silver for the Cultural Tourism category at the 2023 NSW Tourism Awards held on Wednesday 8 November in Sydney.
OLD TO MAKE WAY FOR NEW AT MACQUARIE LIONS PARK WEST - The old amenities building at Macquarie Lions Park West will be demolished this month to make way for a new amenities building that will utilise 3D printing technology for its construction
ONEROAD TRIAL LAUNCHED AT DUBBO REGIONAL COUNCIL - From 23 January Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will switch over to the NSW Government’s OneRoad system, taking part in a trial which will drive information directly from councils through to Live Traffic NSW.
OPPORTUNITY FOR SMALL BUSINESSES TO WORK ON THEMSELVES - Small businesses across the Dubbo Regional Local Government Area are being encouraged to take the time to work on their business during Small Business Month in October.
OUTCOMES FROM THE APRIL STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS - Dubbo Regional Council met on Thursday 13 April, 2023, for the Standing Committee Meetings of the Infrastructure, Planning and Environment Committee; Culture and Community Committee and Corporate Services Committee.
Outcomes of the 14 December Ordinary Council Meeting - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 14 December 2023 at 5.30pm in the Dubbo Council Chambers for the December Ordinary Council meeting.
OUTCOMES OF THE 24 NOVEMBER ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 24 October 2023 at 5.30pm in the Wellington Council Chambers for the November Ordinary Council meeting.
OUTCOMES OF THE 26 OCTOBER ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 26 October 2023 at 5.32pm in the Dubbo Council Chambers for the October Ordinary Council meeting.
OUTCOMES OF THE 28 SEPTEMBER ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 28 September 2023 at 5.30pm in the Dubbo Council Chambers for the September Ordinary Council meeting. The following outcomes were made.
OUTCOMES OF THE 9 FEBRUARY ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 9 February, 2023 at 5.30pm in the Wellington Council Chambers for the first council meeting of 2023.
OUTCOMES OF THE APRIL 27 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 27 April, 2023 at 5.30pm in the Dubbo Council Chambers for the April council meeting.
OUTCOMES OF THE AUGUST STANDING COMMITTEES - Councillors met at 5.30pm on 10 August for the Dubbo Regional Council Standing Committees meetings. Outcomes from the standing committees will be taken to the Ordinary Council meeting on 24 August for consideration and adoption.
OUTCOMES OF THE FEBRUARY 23 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 23 February, 2023 at 5.30pm in the Dubbo Council Chambers for the second council meeting of 2023.
OUTCOMES OF THE JULY 27 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 27 July, 2023 at 5.30pm in the new Dubbo Council Chambers for the July Ordinary Council meeting.
OUTCOMES OF THE JULY STANDING COMMITTEES - Councillors met at 5.30pm on 13 July for the Dubbo Regional Council Standing Committees meetings. Outcomes from the standing committees will be taken to the Ordinary Council meeting on 27 July for adoption.
OUTCOMES OF THE JUNE 22 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 22 June, 2023 at 5.30pm in the Dubbo Council Chambers for the June Council meeting. The following outcomes were made:
OUTCOMES OF THE JUNE STANDING COMMITTEES - Councillors met at 5.30pm on 8 June for the Dubbo Regional Council Standing Committees meetings. Outcomes from the standing committees will be taken to the Ordinary Council meeting on 22 June for adoption.
OUTCOMES OF THE MARCH 23 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 23 March, 2023 at 5.30pm in the Dubbo Council Chambers for the March council meeting.
OUTCOMES OF THE MAY 25 ORDINARY COUNCIL MEETING - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) met on Thursday 25 May, 2023 at 5.30pm in the Wellington Council Chambers for the May Council meeting.
OUTCOMES OF THE MAY STANDING COMMITTEES - Councillors met at 5.30pm on 11 May for the Dubbo Regional Council Standing Committees meetings.
OUTCOMES OF THE SEPTEMBER STANDING COMMITTEES - Councillors met at 5.30pm on 14 September for the Dubbo Regional Council Standing Committees meetings. Outcomes from the standing committees will be taken to the Ordinary Council meeting on 28 September for consideration and adoption.
OVER 10,000 ATTRACTED TO DREAM LANTERN EVENT - Over 10,000 people enjoyed the DREAM Lanterns event held at Victoria Park on Saturday, 9 September.
OXLEY PARK ACCESS NOW OPEN TO THE PUBLIC - Access to Oxley Park, Montefiores has now been restored after being closed for safety reasons following multiple flooding events.
PARKES ARTIST TO BE SHOWCASED AT WPCC - The Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) proudly presents Parkes-based Wiradjuri artist Ronda Sharpe’s first exhibition in Dubbo titled Interwoven Connections as part of the HomeGround program.
PARTNERSHIP APPROACH TO ENCOURAGE LOCAL SPEND - A partnered approach with the local business community and Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) to encourage the community to shop local is delivering positive results, with the ongoing uptake of MyDubbo Region cards continuing to inject money directly back into the local economy.
PARTNERSHIP PROJECT RECEIVES HERITAGE AND CULTURAL AWARD - The Project Zone has been awarded a Heritage and Cultural Award at the 2023 NSW Tidy Town Award as a result of their partnership program with the Wellington Caves Complex and Dubbo Regional Council (DRC).
PATCHING POTHOLES A PRIORITY - Repairing potholes on local roads throughout the Dubbo region has been a priority for Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) this year.
PATRONS ARE DARING TO BE DIFFERENT – 2023 SEASON PROGRAM A WINNER - More people than ever before are daring to be different and taking up season passes with the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre.
PEST PIGEON MANAGEMENT, DUBBO, MARCH 2023 - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will carry out a pest pigeon management program at Council buildings and properties in Dubbo that are experiencing damage due to the roosting of feral pigeons.
PEST PIGEON MANAGEMENT, DUBBO - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will carry out a pest pigeon management program at Council buildings and properties in Dubbo that are experiencing damage due to the roosting of feral pigeons.
PIONEER PARK RESTORATION PROJECT - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) consulted with key community stakeholders on Friday 10 February ahead of restoration works to take place at Pioneer Park, Wellington.
PIONEER PARK TEMPORARY CLOSURE - Dubbo Regional Council will undertake works on the eastern access road into Pioneer Park in Wellington, off Showground Road from Monday 27 March 2023 for approximately two weeks, weather permitting.
PLAYGROUND TEMPORARY CLOSURE - The Victoria Park playground will be temporarily closed on Friday 17 March 2023 for one day whilst maintenance works are undertaken, weather permitting.
POLYSTYRENE RECYCLING TO CONTINUE - A Polystyrene Recycling Program at Whylandra Waste and Recycling Centre will become a permanent fixture, following a successful trail.
POLYSTYRENE RECYCLING TRIAL NOW OPEN - A new polystyrene recycling program is being trialled at the Whylandra Waste and Recycling Centre as part of Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) commitment to Environmental Sustainability.
POLYSTYRENE RECYCLING TRIAL TO COMMENCE FOR WELLINGTON - Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) Polystyrene Recycling Trial will commence for Wellington Waste Facility and the village transfer stations on Thursday 23 November 2023.
POP-UP SHOP BRINGS MORE ART AND CULTURE TO AIRPORT - Western Aboriginal Artists, Teresa Yasserie and Tom Carney have opened the first pop-up shop at Dubbo Regional Airport.
POSSUM MAGIC CELEBRATES 40 MAGICAL YEARS AT DUBBO REGIONAL THEATRE - Experience the charm of Mem Fox and Julie Vivas' beloved picture book, Possum Magic, when this best-selling children's story comes to life on stage at Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC).
PROFESSIONAL GARDENERS WELCOMED FROM JAPAN - Two professional gardeners from Japan have been welcomed by Dubbo Regional Council this week as they conduct their annual visit to the Shoyoen Japanese Garden at Elizabeth Park.
PROPOSALS SOUGHT FOR REGION’S POOL MANAGEMENT - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is calling for proposals for the contract management of the Dubbo Aquatic Centres including Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Centre, Wellington Aquatic Centre and Geurie Pool.
RECONSTRUCTION OF TAMWORTH STREET COMMENCING - Stage one of the reconstruction of Tamworth Street between Jubilee Street and Sterling Street will start on Monday 14 August.
REGISTER FOR WATER AND SEWER PRICING HARMONISATION ONLINE Q&A - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is reminding residents they will be able to ask questions about the proposed water and sewer pricing harmonisation in an online Q&A session on Tuesday 9 May from 5:30pm, before they have their say on the changes.
REMOVAL OF GYM EQUIPMENT FOR LEGACY SHARED PATHWAY PROJECT - Dubbo Regional Council advises the community the southern section of gym equipment at the end of Church Street, Dubbo will be removed as part of the Legacy Shared Pathway project works.
RESERVOIR CLEANING UNDERWAY - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will be undertaking reservoir cleaning and inspection as part DRC’s water maintenance program at all 32 reservoir locations in the Dubbo Local Government Area.
RESIDENTS REMINDED TO CHECK WHAT THEY FLUSH - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is reminding residents that wet wipes, tissues, paper towels, napkins, cotton buds and sanitary products cannot be flushed down toilet systems and must be disposed in a rubbish bin.
REZONING LAND TO R1 GENERAL RESIDENTIAL - Councillors have resolved to support the rezoning of part of 13L Narromine Road, Dubbo, which is the first step in the planning proposal process.
ROAD REPAIRS – JUBILEE STREET, DUBBO - Dubbo Regional Council advises residents road repair works will be carried out in Jubilee Street, Dubbo commencing Monday 3 July until Friday 7 July.
ROADS UPDATE: REPAIR EFFORTS CONTINUE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) continues with the road repair across the Local Government Area.
SAMUEL JOHNSON OAM’S WPCC VISIT COMBINES ART AND SCIENCE - Charity campaigner and actor, Samuel Johnson OAM visited the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) yesterday to discuss both his experience sitting for the portrait that went on to be a 2022 Archibald Prize finalist and a clinical trial in new cancer treatments currently occurring at Dubbo Base Hospital.
SANDY BEACH AMENITIES AND BBQ UNAVAILABLE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises the community that the toilet amenities and BBQ facilities at Sandy Beach will be temporarily unavailable from Monday 4 September through to Wednesday 6 September, inclusive.
SANDY BEACH RECTIFICATION WORKS - Dubbo Regional Council will be undertaking voluntary rectification works at Sandy Beach following a meeting with NSW Fisheries.
SCHOOL HOLIDAY FUN IN DUBBO THIS AUTUMN - The school holidays are just around the corner and Dubbo Regional Council has plenty of activities and events on offer to keep children young and old engaged, entertained and occupied this autumn.
SCHOOLS AND DAYCARES ‘GET GRUBBY’ - Schools and Early Learning Centres in the Dubbo Local Government Area are learning all about sustainability and the environment through the Get Grubby educational program supported by Dubbo Regional Council (DRC).
SECTION OF OLD MENDOORAN ROAD TO BE PERMANENTLY CLOSED - Dubbo Regional Council advises the community it will be permanently closing the southern most section of Old Mendooran Road, between the Golden Highway and Boothenba Road, from 20 April.
SENSELESS VANDALISM TO COST COMMUNITY THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS - Senseless vandalism to public facilities at Tom Culkin Oval in Geurie will cost ratepayers thousands of dollars to repair.
SEPTEMBER IS THE MONTH TO DREAM - This September will be much brighter when the Dubbo DREAM Festival makes a welcome return to Dubbo with a bumper program on offer.
SHARED PATHWAY WORK STARTS; AMENITIES BLOCK UNAVAILABLE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises the community the amenity block at Ollie Robbins Oval will no longer be available to the public from Thursday, 17 August.
SHINE BRIGHTER ON STAGE AT DRTCC - A significant lighting upgrade at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre (DRTCC) this year has made things a lot brighter for performers and patrons.
SHOP LOCAL AND GIVE EVERYONE A MERRY CHRISTMAS - All things local are on the wish list for Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) this holiday period as we join with the community to celebrate the holidays in the Dubbo Region.
SIGN UP FOR WATER NIGHT 2023 - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is encouraging residents to sign up for this year’s Water Night that will take place on Thursday 19 October from 5pm – 10pm during National Water Week.
SIR RODEN CUTLER LOOKOUT CLOSURE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) would like to inform the community that a structural fault has been identified with the Sir Roden Cutler viewing platform and it has been closed pending an engineering inspection.
SIR RODEN CUTLER VIEWING PLATFORM TO BE DEMOLISHED - FOLLOWING damage from successive flooding events in 2022 the Sir Roden Cutler viewing platform will need to be demolished.
SITE TOUR TO HIGHLIGHT REGAND PARK WORKS - Dubbo Regional Council invites residents to join a walkthrough of the Regand Park area in which works relating to the first stage of the Macquarie River Master Plan (North and South Precincts) are being implemented.
SMOKESCREEN WRAPS FOR 2023 - Be prepared for a fright and a touch of mystery when the Western Plains Cultural Centre’s (WPCC) film series Smokescreen wraps for another year.
SOLD OUT DUBBO AHEAD OF NSW TOUCH JUNIOR STATE CUP - Accommodation in Dubbo has sold out ahead of the NSW Touch Junior State Cup, Northern Conference, which will be held in the city at the end of the month.
SPORTING FACILITY TEMPORARY CLOSURES - Barden Park and Dubbo Regional Cycling Facility will close temporarily for a major event and maintenance work respectively.
SPORTING FIELDS UNDERGO SPRING REHABILITATION - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) Greenspace Operations team have been undertaking sporting field rehabilitation over the past month as winter sporting competitions come to an end and prior to the summer sports commencing.
SPORTING GROUPS BENEFIT FROM PLAYING FIELD IMPROVEMENT FUND - Three local sporting groups have benefited from more than $17,000 made available through the Dubbo Regional Sports Council’s Playing Field Improvement Fund.
SPRING EVENTS SHINE IN THE DUBBO REGION - Spring in the Dubbo region was filled with major events that boosted visitation to the region benefiting the local economy.
STAGE 2 OF WHEELERS LANE REHABILITATION SET TO START - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is set to proceed with Stage 2 of the Wheelers Lane Rehabilitation project, with preliminary works scheduled to start at the end of November.
STANDING COMMITTEE MEETINGS – FRIDAY 9 MARCH - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) Councillors met for the first Standing Committee Meetings of 2023 on Friday, 9 March.
STILL TIME TO HAVE YOUR SAY ON FINAL DRAFT OF MACQUARIE RIVER CORRIDOR MASTER PLAN - Dubbo Regional Council is reminding residents to have their say on the Final Draft Macquarie River Corridor North and South Precinct Master plan which is now on public exhibition.
STUDENT ARTWORK CHOSEN TO COVER RHINO STATUES - Three Dubbo students will have their designs depicted on Rhino statues around the city after being chosen as the winners of a competition to find the new artworks that will replace old Rhinos with wear and tear damage.
STUDENT EXCHANGE TRIP TO JAPAN A HUGE SUCCESS - A group of Dubbo students have recently returned from the trip-of-a-lifetime to Japan after participating in Dubbo Regional Council’s (DRC) Sister City Exchange Program.
STUDENTS HAVE WORK EXHIBITED FOLLOWING ART IN SCHOOLS PROGRAM - A partnership between Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) and local primary schools has provided students the opportunity to work with a local artist and have their works exhibited.
STUDENTS HEAD TO JAPAN FOR EXCHANGE TRIP - Ten Dubbo teenagers will soon be packing their bags and heading abroad to Dubbo’s Sister City, Minokamo, as part of the Sister City Exchange Program run by Dubbo Regional Council.
SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES - Locals and visitors to the region will be spoilt for choice these school holidays with something for everyone to be found around the Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) Local Government Area (LGA).
SWING IN TO THE SUNSHINE CLUB AT DRTCC - A compelling story of humanity, home and despair through music, The Sunshine Club will be brought to the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre by HIT Productions this August.
TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF HENNESSY DRIVE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises the public that a section of Hennessy Drive is scheduled to be closed in both directions from Tuesday, 7 March 2023.
TEMPORARY MAINTENANCE AT SHERATON ROAD COMPLETE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has completed temporary road maintenance on Sheraton Road to improve the road condition and provide safer pedestrian access by linking the existing pathways from Boundary Road to the path in front of Dubbo Sportsworld.
TEMPORARY WATER RESTRICTIONS – DUBBO - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises TEMPORARY WATER RESTRICTIONS, effective immediately, have been applied to properties connected to town water in Dubbo until 9am on Sunday. This covers all areas of Dubbo, Firgrove, Wongarbon, Eumungerie, Ballimore, Mogriguy and Brocklehurst.
TEMPORARY WATER RESTRICTIONS NOW LIFTED – DUBBO - Dubbo Regional Council would like to advise residents the temporary water restrictions have now been lifted.
THE BEANIES ARE COMING TO TOWN - Are you looking for something that will finish off the school holidays with a bang? Dubbo Regional Theatre has the perfect opportunity for you when it welcomes The Beanies and their stage show The Beanies EGG-straordinary Day on Saturday 22 April.
THE REGION’S FUTURE A KEY FOCUS FOR DUBBO REGIONAL COUNCIL - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is proactively working behind-the-scenes on a range of projects designed to further improve the region’s liveability and focus on securing the future of the Local Government Area.
THE ROMANTIC PIANO AT DRTCC - Konstantin has prepared a deeply romantic program for audiences of the Dubbo Region on Friday 24 March at Dubbo Regional Theatre.
THE WHARF REVUE: LOOKING FOR ALBANESE ARRIVES AT DUBBO REGIONAL THEATRE - Following rave reviews from audiences and critics alike during its Canberra and Sydney seasons, the annual hilarity of The Wharf Revue arrives at Dubbo Regional Theatre on Tuesday 4 April, as part of its national tour.
TREE REMOVAL AND REPLANTING ALONG KESWICK ACOUSTIC FENCING - Landscaping works along the Keswick Estate Acoustic Fencing are to be undertaken over the next two weeks (weather permitting).
TROY BRIDGE ROAD CLOSED FOR ROADWORKS - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises the temporary closure of Troy Bridge Road on Wednesday, March 15.
TWENTY YEARS ON, MEMORIES OF THE FIRE REMAIN - A ‘senseless act’. Those are the words used 20 years ago to describe a fire that closed the then Dubbo City Council offices for several days, disrupted works, displaced staff and effectively closed the doors of the Civic Administration Building for close to two years.
UNIQUE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY AT DUBBO REGIONAL AIRPORT - Dubbo Regional Airport invites local and regional businesses in the Orana or Far Western regions to register an expression of interest to showcase their products in the terminal in Dubbo, exposing their business to thousands of local travellers and visitors each month.
Unsealed roads reopen as council continues to repair roads network - Unsealed roads across the Dubbo Regional Council Local Government Area network have now been reopened to the public.
UPDATE ON FLUORIDE IN WATER – JOHN GILBERT WATER TREATMENT PLANT - Dubbo Regional Council has been working with NSW Public Works to prepare tender documents for the design and construction of a new fluoride dosing system for the John Gilbert Water Treatment Plant.
UPGRADE OF TROY GULLY SEWERAGE PUMP STATION STARTS - Works have started on the upgrade of the Troy Gully Sewerage Pump Station (SPS).
VET TRUCK ARRIVING IN WELLINGTON - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) would like to notify pet owners in the Local Government Area of the arrival of Animal Welfare League’s mobile vet truck.
VET TRUCK RETURNS TO THE REGION - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) would like to notify pet owners in the Local Government Area of the arrival of Animal Welfare League’s mobile vet truck.
VICTORIA PARK NO. 1 OVAL CAR PARK UNAVAILABLE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) wishes to advise that Victoria Park No.1 Oval will be unavailable for car parking from Friday 16 June until Sunday 18 June, inclusive.
VISITOR NUMBERS IN FEBRUARY STAY CONSISTENT - Accommodation occupancy rates in Dubbo and Wellington have increased by eight per cent during February, compared to the previous year.
VISITORS TO DUBBO ARE STAYING LONGER - The tourism industry across the Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) Local Government Area is well and truly back in business with the figures in April 2023 matching those seen before the COVID-19 pandemic at the same time of the year.
VOICES OF VILLAGE LIFE AND HISTORY BEING RECORDED - Village residents from across the Dubbo Regional Council Local Government Area are being invited to contribute their stories to a new oral history project.
WASTE 2 ART ENTRIES NOW OPEN - Individuals, schools and community groups are invited to take up a challenge this year and create a new life for materials that would otherwise have been thrown away.
WELLINGTON ARTIST TO BE SHOWCASED AT WPCC - Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) is proud to present the works of local artist Kate Kenworthy in her new exhibition titled Can You Hear What I See?
WESTERN PLAINS CULTURAL CENTRE DRAWS ARTISTS IN - The Western Plains Cultural Centre wants everyone to know that everyone can draw!
WESTERN PLAINS CULTURAL CENTRE OPEN DAY - To celebrate NSW Education Week from 31 July – 4 August 2023, the Western Plains Cultural Centre will be hosting on Open Day on Wednesday 2 August 2023 from 11am – 2pm.
WHAT’S ON FOR CHILDREN THIS SUMMER - Take a walk on the wild side at the Macquarie Regional Library and get creative at the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) this summer with a great range of activities, events and workshops planned for the January school holidays.
WHAT'S ON THIS WINTER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS - Beat the winter blues these school holidays and head indoors to enjoy the variety of activities and events that Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) has on offer in July.
WHEELERS LANE REHABILITATION WORKS - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) advises the public that rehabilitation night works will be undertaken on Wheelers Lane from Doncaster Avenue to the Keswick Parkway Roundabout from Wednesday 22 February.
WHEELERS LANE REOPEN TO TRAFFIC - The southbound section of Wheelers Lane, from Birch Avenue to the railway crossing, has been re-opened to traffic ahead of the planned schedule.
WHEELERS LANE UPGRADE COMING - Stage One of Wheelers Lane Reconstruction will start on Monday 22 May, with works to impact southbound road users between the railway line and Birch Avenue.
WORK UNDERWAY ON DUBBO FLUORIDE REPAIR - The tender for the refurbishment of the fluoride dosing system at the John Gilbert Water Treatment Plant (JGWTP) in Dubbo has been awarded by Dubbo Regional Council (DRC).
WORKERS ENTICED TO CONSIDER DUBBO REGION AT CAREERS MARKET - Staff from Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) have showcased the region to the next generation of workers during the Greater Western Sydney Careers Market.
WORKING TOWARDS ZERO EMISSIONS FLEET STRATEGY - Dubbo Regional Council has adopted a Zero Emissions Fleet Strategy and Implementation Plan. This will see the Council’s fleet of vehicles gradually move towards electric vehicles.
WORKS AT SANDY BEACH - Dubbo Regional Council wishes to advise the community of works being undertaken at Sandy Beach.
WORKS CONTINUE TO TACKLE WATER AESTHETICS ISSUES – GEOSMIN UPDATE - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) is aware of an aesthetics issue regarding the taste and smell of Dubbo’s water in some parts of the city.
WORKS ON NEW PATHWAY PROJECT AT LADY CUTLER OVAL TO START - Works will start on the concrete pathway project at Lady Cutler Oval near Sandy Beach from Thursday 30 November.
WORKS ON SEWER ASSET IN WELLINGTON - Dubbo Regional Council advises residents of Maxwell Street in Wellington that works to upgrade Council’s sewer assets will be carried out in the vicinity.
WORKS START TO UPDATE ALCOHOL FREE ZONES - Works will start to update the Alcohol Free Zone signs in Dubbo and Wellington from 1 February.
WOULD YOU LIKE THE WELLINGTON RHINO TO BE REPLACED? - Wellington residents are being encouraged to complete a survey to assist Council in determining how the rhino in Cameron Park will be replaced.
WPCC to host Dr Breann Fallon on Anzac Day - Following the dawn service on Anzac Day the Western Plains Cultural Centre (WPCC) invites residents to walk across the park and listen to special guest Dr Breann Fallon.
YOUNG ARCHIE DUBBO COMPETITION WINNERS ANNOUNCED - The Young Archie Dubbo competition at the Western Plains Cultural Centre had an overwhelming response from the community with 175 amazing entries from children across the Dubbo Region.
YOUR LIBRARY - MAKING MARCH MAGICAL - Macquarie Regional Library will make this March magical with many engaging activities and events planned for all ages.
YOUTH WEEK EVENT IN DUBBO - Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) Youth Council members are partnering with other agencies to host a Youth Week event.

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