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Regional housing market cools, rentals still red hot

In a sign of welcome relief for many first home-buyers in the regions, weakening personal finances and a return of buyers from the bush to to the cities, is helping ease our overheated housing market. The picture is not so rosy for renters, though...

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Jobs Summit to help councils build sustainable workforces

With long-term challenges in attracting and retaining staff in local government, an innovative jobs summit will be held on Wednesday, May 1. The inaugural Careers at Council Jobs Summit is being conducted by Local Government NSW, on behalf of...

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New Orana migration agreement extends positions that can be filled from overseas

Looking for staff and simply can’t find them locally? In good news for businesses in the bush, more than 60 per cent of regional NSW is now covered under a newly-approved Orana Designated Area Migration Agreement (DAMA) Variation, which is set to...

Wellington battery project to super-charge big community spend

By David Dixon Millions of dollars of community spending looks likely to be pumped into Wellington following imminent approval of the giant battery storage project at the local power sub-station. Wellington local and Dubbo Deputy Mayor, Councillor...

David Dixon

Cultivate turns one in May with top-class degustation

A unique dining experience to Dubbo is what people can expect at Cultivate Restaurant. Based at Dubbo’s Lazy River Estate, Cultivate is generally open on Thursdays. Cultivate will turn one in May and Lazy River Estate General Manager Emily Bush...

Six courses to build your creativity

Did you know that creative practices boost your sense of identity and self-esteem? They can also help you develop initiative, problem-solving skills and imagination. Here are a few ideas for courses you can take to enhance your creativity. 1...

02 Feb 2024

8 good reasons to take a dance class

Dance is an activity that’s both athletic and artistic. Plus, it offers many benefits for your body and mind. From classical ballet, flamenco and contemporary jazz to swing, Argentine tango, hip-hop and Irish jig, there’s a dance style for...

31 Jan 2024

Team sport or individual: which to choose for your child?

Are you considering enrolling your child in a sporting activity but are undecided about whether to choose a team-based sport or an individual one? Here are a few ideas to help you decide. Team sports Whether it’s hockey, netball, soccer, rowing or...

30 Jan 2024

After AI’s breakthrough year, what will wow us in 2024?

By Lachlan Guselli, 360info Two letters dominated the tech world in 2023: AI. The breakthrough year for artificial intelligence has given the feeling to many that the future is closer than ever before. The evolution of OpenAI’s ChatGPT has upended...

13 Jan 2024

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Five eco-responsible initiatives for your small business

Everyone, including businesses, can do their best to combat global warming and preserve the world’s ecosystems. If your workplace is lagging when it comes to eco-responsible practices, making a few small swaps can change everything. Get together...

13 Jan 2024

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Western Women Waratahs - Sweating it out at Apex Oval

Geoff Mann Three rugby players with links to the western area, pulled on their boots last weekend to train for a place in the NSW Waratah’s Women’s Super Rugby team. Arabella McKenzie, who grew-up in Lightning Ridge and is a current Wallaroo...

02 Feb 2024

Dubbo’s Australia Day awards to recognise our sporting excellence

Dubbo’s Australia Day awards are anticipated keenly each year with the announcement of our outstanding Sportsperson, Junior Sportsperson, and Contribution to Sports Award winners. This year we are likely to again be amazed at the range of emerging...

23 Jan 2024

Cricketers converge

Sixteen teams of junior Country cricketers spent a week in Dubbo leading into Christmas. The young enthusiasts represented regions in Riverina, ACT, Illawarra, South Coast and Western, testing themselves against their peers. NSW representative...

06 Jan 2024

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Paramount Tennis Club Open Day aims to serve up another smashing community event

Contributed by Paramount Tennis Club On Sunday, January 21, from 4 pm, the Paramount Tennis Club is hosting an Australian Open Tennis Day. This free community event will include a BBQ, tennis, refreshments and socialising/watching the Australian...

06 Jan 2024

Ducks donate to Legacy

The Centenary of Legacy was celebrated last year and the Dubbo Ducks held several fundraising ventures. Just before Christmas 32 teams dived in for the revamped Clive Rootes Relay. Regular members were challenged by sporting groups, individuals and...

05 Jan 2024

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...

03 Jan 2024

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...

02 Jan 2024

Local profiles

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What Kids Say: Grace Shanks

Age: 7 What was the most exciting thing you did during the school holidays? Go to the beach Did you go on any fun trips or vacations? Yes, we went to Manly and Bateau Bay Did you read any interesting books or see any cool movies? Harry Potter...

24 Jan 2024

What Kids Say: Nelson O’Connor

Age: 5 What was the most exciting thing you did during the school holidays? Playing with Snaggy and Linky, my dogs. Did you go on any fun trips or vacations? Yes, we went to Mooloolaba. Did you read any interesting books or see any cool movies? Yes...

07 Jan 2024

Page 3 Profile: Claudia, Sushi Zen

Where do you work? Sushi Zen Have you always lived in Dubbo? Since I was 12 years old. What are your favourite memories of growing up in Dubbo or your hometown? I would say growing up on our farm we had in Orange with my sisters and brother. What do...

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02 Feb 2024

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...

04 Jan 2024

Letters & opinion

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Orange Base Hospital Intensive Care Unit: 5/5 stars (A TripAdvisor review)

To avoid all the stress of Christmas, I hatched the perfect plan and orchestrated a small medical emergency. I did this at the start of week ten, thereby cleverly skipping the last week of school and all associated tantrums from tired children. I...

31 Jan 2024

You know nothing

Community service announcement: I’m an idiot with no general knowledge, or in fact any niche knowledge that is relevant in 2023. This has been pointed out to me recently by my children, who are experts in everything, particularly the 14-year-old...

24 Jan 2024

Saving daylight

Like all people who have the privilege of working 9-5, I love daylight savings. Hubby who gets up for work at 4.45am isn’t as much of a fan, but even he loves the long afternoons and the warm sunny evenings of summer. Getting home in daylight and...

17 Jan 2024

First week of the holidays: highlights

We aren’t going away these holidays, and both hubby and I are working, so I add some fun treats to the groceries. Unfortunately cereal, chips, cheese sticks and ice blocks somehow cost $51, so I turn my attention to finding more writing work. I...

16 Jan 2024

Wellington news

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Wellington battery project to super-charge big community spend

David Dixon

2024 Wellington Boot

Through the lens of Colin Rouse

Colin Rouse

19 Apr 2024

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...

08 Apr 2024

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...

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08 Apr 2024

Paparazzi

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A moment of self-reflection

A moment of self reflection

Ken Smith

Long-lick lizard

This little Aussie is quite a beauty!

Ken Smith

Spread your wings

This battered old birdbath is a favourite with feathered friends of all kinds in one Dubbo neighbourhood. As the birdbath’s owner says, “It’s so easy!” If you’d like to attract some fauna to your yard, his recommendation is: “A quiet area, with...

Ken Smith