Dubbo Photo News

Do you want to save money on petrol? Adopt these good habits!

Do your petrol bills make you cringe? Try these tried-and-true tips to save as much money as possible and minimise your visits to the petrol station. • Reduce your speed. Driving 90 km/h uses 20 per cent less fuel than driving 110 km/h. • Drive...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

08 Jan 2024

News Extra

Adjust your mirrors correctly when you get behind the wheel

HOLIDAY MOTORING SAFETY When you’re driving, it’s crucial to have good visibility. That’s where your mirrors come in! Here’s a short guide on how to adjust them correctly. Interior rear-view mirror Make sure you can easily see the entire...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

06 Jan 2024

Dubbo Works

Surviving the pitfalls of gig work

By Ria Ernunsari, and staff reporters The gig economy is like a breath of fresh air for young people, women, and even those in retirement years looking to earn some income. A flexible job can add to the piggy bank or fill the time before a formal...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

05 Jan 2024

Regional News

Bringing eye-care to the Himalayas — Specsavers’ Lisa loves helping us see

Recently volunteering to help bring eye-care to one of the world’s poorest nations, has reinforced to Lisa Truong, the importance of us all looking after our sight. Specsavers Dubbo’s newest Optometrist, says the unique experience with the...

David Dixon

05 Jan 2024

Dubbo Works

Artificial intelligence and the workforce: how to prepare

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the nature of work. Because AI technologies can streamline processes and boost efficiency, routine and repetitive tasks are being automated. As a result, some jobs will become obsolete. But the emergence...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

05 Jan 2024

Dubbo Works

Five remote learning and online training tips for employee development

In the digital age, employee development has transcended traditional boundaries, transitioning to remote learning and online training systems that offer flexibility and a tailored educational experience. Here are five tips for optimising remote...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

05 Jan 2024

Dubbo Works

No job too large for forklift driver Carol

By Yvette Aubusson-Foley Twenty-nine-year-old Carol Chen is a forklift driver at the Fletcher International Exports Dubbo wool store and is pictured here with the tool of her trade in an area at Fletchers few people get to see. “I’ve been...

Yvette Aubusson-Foley

04 Jan 2024

Regional News

Bikram Sambat New Year fun for local Nepalese

Dubbo’s growing Nepalese community recently held a special event to celebrate the New Year for 2081 under the Bikram Sambat Calendar. The date for the New Year for Hindu Nepalese was on Saturday, April 13 with the occasion usually a special...

David Dixon

19 hours ago

Regional News

Nepalese New Year celebration draws overseas visitors to the Golden West

Not all of us celebrate the New Year at the same time, with Dubbo’s growing Nepalese population, commemorating the start of their 2081 calendar over the weekend. The event — organised by the Dubbo Nepalese Community Australia on Saturday at...

Regional Newsdesk

19 hours ago

Regional News

Jobs Expo is on next week, for our Aboriginal Health Service

By David Dixon Wellington Aboriginal Corporation Health Service employs far more than just doctors and nurses, so why not drop down and see if they have a job that may suit you? The Corporation is holdings its first-ever Careers Expo next Wednesday...

David Dixon

26 Apr 2024

Regional News

Soldiers, seaman, airmen, POWs: Dubbo High students who paid the ultimate price in WWII

Third in our series recognising our veterans’ selfless sacrifices as we approach Anzac Day, we provide a comprehensive list of Dubbo High School students who paid the ultimate price to protect their country during World War II All original...

David Dixon

25 Apr 2024

Dubbo Photo News

ANZAC Day, April 25: “All I see is mud”

ANZAC STORY “All I See is Mud” It’s ten years since Andrew Dunkley’s first book, “All I See is Mud”, was published. The story of his grandfather, Stanley Dunkley, and the events he was involved in during WW1. Andrew had been reading...

Joanne Austen Brown

25 Apr 2024

Sport

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Sport

Top-riders for beloved Cliff Hazell Wheelrace Carnival

Last Saturday night, the much-loved Cliff Hazell Wheelrace Carnival Dubbo Track Open Country Track Series — featuring riders from Under 13s and Under 15s to Opens — was held in warm, but manageable conditions at Dubbo Cycling Club. Our intrepid...

Geoff Mann

03 Jan 2024

Sport

CYMS Cougars are crushing Community Cup with big win

In last week’s Sports report, we highlighted the excellent efforts of Ella Penman and Max McAnneny, who shared a relay silver medal and three individual silvers at the National School Sports Australia meet in Perth. We learned during the week, of...

Geoff Mann

02 Jan 2024

Sport

Playing through the pain barrier, Tracey masters age injuries

By Geoff Mann Hockey master, Tracey Hardie-Jones, seems to only get better with the passing of time. This year, the dedicated “Hoctarian” has maintained her skills at the highest level, representing Dubbo, Western, NSW and Australia, in Masters...

Geoff Mann

02 Jan 2024

Sport

Grace and Alex shine at National School Sports meet

Geoff Mann

02 Jan 2024

Sport

Records set as a great year comes to a fine conclusion

“The Sundy Bowler” (with ‘Pistol Pete’) Forty-nine weeks of Sunday Bowls in all types of conditions, came to a close for the year last weekend. Amazingly, only one day throughout was lost to rain, though the 48th weekend witnessed...

Contributed To Dubbo Photo News

02 Jan 2024

Sport

Strong Islander influence for Dubbo Roos at Pasifika Cup

Dubbo Kangaroos Rugby Club has developed a strong nursery culminating in eight young players running-out for NSW in the recent Pasifika Youth Cup series. In what has been described as a great learning experience, the following players were proud to...

Geoff Mann

02 Jan 2024

Sport

Whitney Cup Chrissie break with top three showing winning form

Local competitions have called drinks for the Christmas break; with the top three in the Whitney Cup faring well in the last round. CYMS had an effortless win against South Dubbo, 3/126 to 125 all-out. Ben Knaggs and Matt Purse grabbed three wickets...

Geoff Mann

02 Jan 2024

Local profiles

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Profiles

Page 3 Profile: Alexander Galway

Where do you work? Shaver Shop Dubbo Have you always lived in Dubbo? Yes What are your favourite memories of growing up in Dubbo or your hometown? Dancing! Dance is my life so all my memories are at the studio What do you like to do in your spare...

Dubbo Photo News

04 Jan 2024

Profiles

Page 3 Profile: Clinton McMahon

Clinton McMahon Do you have a nickname? Everstar. Where do you work? Legends Music Shop & Crossroads Bar Dubbo. What’s your favourite thing about Dubbo? I love Dubbo! Maybe the Sky at night. What is your dream job? Helping people. What would...

Team At Dubbo Photo News

26 Apr 2024

Profiles

Page 3 Profile: Kevin Comber

Where do you work? I am a venue technician at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre. I’m one of the people that create the behind-the-scenes magic of the theatre, so I suppose you could say that I’m a full-time magician. Have you...

Dubbo Photo News

19 Apr 2024

Profiles

Page 3 Profile: Shani Monique Morley

What is your name? Shani Monique Morley. Where do you work? Noosa Brow Co. Have you always lived in Dubbo? No, I’m from South Africa. What are your favourite memories of growing up in your hometown? The culture and food. What do you like to do in...

Team At Dubbo Photo News

08 Apr 2024

Letters & opinion

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Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 17.01.2024

Paul Dorin

17 Jan 2024

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 15.01.2024

Paul Dorin

15 Jan 2024

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 13.01.2024

Paul Dorin

13 Jan 2024

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 11.01.2024

Paul Dorin

11 Jan 2024

Wellington news

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Wellington News

2024 Wellington Boot

Through the lens of Colin Rouse

Colin Rouse

19 Apr 2024

Wellington News

Welcome to the Club! Smih joins Wello Lions

Volunteer groups in bush towns, have all struggled with membership since the pandemic, with good news on that front for one of Wellington’s most selfless clubs. Wellington Lions were pleased to recently welcome new member, Smih Biplob, who also...

Regional Newsdesk

08 Apr 2024

Wellington News

What Kids Say: Nevayah Judd

What is your name? Nevayah Judd. How old are you? Seven. What are you good at? Reading, singing and dancing. What’s your favourite food? Triple cheese toasties. Do you have a favourite word? Fancy. What makes you laugh? My sausage dog Cutie makes...

Team At Dubbo Photo News

08 Apr 2024

Wellington News

Wellington catch-up

Andy Taylor with his twin sister Prue Tilly catch up for dinner and drinks at the Wellington Soldiers Club

Colin Rouse

08 Apr 2024

Paparazzi

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Paparazzi

Postcard No. 11 from Joanne Austen Brown: Sunset in Southern Texas, USA.

Postcards don’t need to be of buildings or a city. Or a tourist attraction. Recently I was in southern Texas and was drawn into the beauty and the colour of a sunset. It was captivating and the knowledge that this sunset was unique is part of the...

Joanne Austen Brown

Paparazzi

Schools shine with Eisteddfod success

Incredibly talented primary and secondary school students from around our region - and beyond - recently converged by the busload on the region’s major arts event of the year, the City of Dubbo Eisteddfod. The results speak for themselves, and...

Yvette Aubusson-Foley

Paparazzi

Elegant bird at Shoyoen Japanese Gardens

A White-necked heron. Slate-grey to black with distinctive black spots in the centre of the lower fore-neck and throat, this recent visitor was enjoying the quiet stroll around our Shoyoen Japanese Gardens

Ken Smith

Paparazzi

Brighton Beach dressing sheds

There’s nothing more picturesque than the bright, iconic, Brighton Beach dressing sheds in Melbourne. Jenet Stewart captured this image on a recent trip which included the Mornington Peninsula and Great Ocean Road areas

Jenet Stewart