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Athol’s farewell looms after a lifetime of bird breeding and showing

Athol Morrison has dedicated a sizeable portion of his life to show canaries and the champion bird breeder will have what is set to be his last exhibit at this year’s Dubbo Show at Dubbo Showground next weekend. Athol still has around 40 canaries...

Dallas Reeves

02 May 2024

Socials

Singing out loud, choir touches hearts…

Dubbo Regional Theatre witnessed a wonderful sold-out show last Sunday with an unforgettable performance by the local Sing Out Choir. Patrons came to witness many of their friends and family members on stage with the performance a showcase of...

02 May 2024

Opportunity of the Week: Delivery Driver – Petries Trade Centre Dubbo

Petries Trade Centre Dubbo is a dedicated hub for Tradies, with an extensive product range and specialised, convenient service. We are looking for a full-time delivery driver to join our trade delivery team. Our trade customers need us to deliver...

01 May 2024

Local launch: iconic Barbour’s new collection at Specsavers

Specsavers Dubbo has this week been part of a worldwide launch of an exciting new brand range, welcoming British heritage lifestyle brand, Barbour, into its growing brand of optical glasses and frames. This new collection features a range of...

09 Feb 2024

News

Back to school for 2024

Last week, all across the region, students new and returning slid into crisp uniforms and squeeky shoes. Waving goodbye to mum and dad, they began another (or their first) exciting year of learning. Thanks to the parents and carers who captured the...

08 Feb 2024

Fletchers will train you on the job

Lillian Chen, 29, is a happy-go-lucky employee at Fletcher International Exports, and no wonder she’s happy after just returning from a holiday in Taiwan to see family for the first time in three years, thanks to Covid. “They were very happy to...

Yvette Aubusson-Foley

11 Feb 2024

Junior docs head west for internships

Some 34 junior doctors have started work this year as interns with Western NSW Local Health District (WNSWLHD), bolstering the medical workforce and providing a major boost to local health services across the central west. Interns are doctors in...

14 Feb 2024

In Focus

Bullitt, Marilyn… love your old movies? ‘Smokescreen’ has kicked off for 2024

Kicking-off last week, lovers of stylish, classic cinema are invited to experience the iconic elegance and movie-making mastery of a monthly classic film as part of the Western Plains Cultural Centre’s (WPCC) 2024 Smokescreen series. Launched last...

15 Feb 2024

In Focus

New ideas with great turn-up for Dubbo Community Precinct meet

It seems there are plenty of ideas for development of the innovative Dubbo Community Precinct planned for 45 hectares in east Dubbo. With the proof in the pudding, as they say, more than 140 participants on Monday night, — representing about 40...

14 Feb 2024

News

Big smiles and backpacks

As the school bells ring across the state and the backpacks swing over shoulders, there’s an unmistakable buzz of excitement in the air. This photo captures four beaming schoolkids – back, Eden Filmer, Lacie Mawbey, front, Atlas McKay and...

07 Feb 2024

Four months in and already promoted

Filipino Jane Gicale is no stranger to working internationally and has worked in Bahrain and Singapore, but she says the four months with Fletcher International Exports have been life changing. The 31-year-old started out packaging the meat export...

Yvette Aubusson-Foley

06 Feb 2024

Sport

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Julie and Graham are the 18-6 stars of the morning

Sundy Bowls with “Pistol Pete” Many of the Sundy Combo bowlers were involved in Pennants last week but, those who played, enjoyed a fine sunny morning. In an early game, a five-count “save” on end seven, gave Paul Martin, Helene Emblen, and...

Ducks in post-Anzac Day drought, as trophy winners are announced

Maybe it’s the duck-hunting season or post-Anzac Day blues, but everyone who dived in, had a great time on Sunday. Results for Sunday, April 28, were: 50-metre — first, Norm Bahr; second, Nicole Johnstone; third, Josh Bird; fourth, David...

Geoff Mann

Rhinos rumble the Wombats, in fine start for new coach, Conn

By Geoff Mann Dubbo Rhinos continued their impressive start to the New Holland Cup 2024 rugby season with an impressive 39-22 win against last year’s Minor Premiers, Mudgee Wombats. The result came only seven days after they had drawn with...

Geoff Mann

Parkrun is fun, as nonagenarian Les, hits the big century, last Saturday!

By Hannah Morley Parkrun is all about fun, with local nonagenarian legend, Les Brookfield, taking-out his big 100th event on the weekend. Joined by friends and family, along with around 350 people from the local parkrun community, Les the sprightly...

Outback Dragons bag the bronze, after big trip across the Nullarbor

Local paddlers, the Outback Dragons, didn’t waste their trip across the mighty Nullarbor Plain recently, after picking-up some of the nation’s precious medals in the greater west. “Outback Dragons have put Dubbo ‘on the map’ with a Bronze...

Big-scoring weekend as tricky crosswind affects final results

“The Sundy Bowler” (with ‘Pistol Pete’) It was a Sundy of big scoring, with otherwise almost perfect conditions, other than a tricky cross-wind with which the 52 bowlers had to contend. Di Cullen, Eric Satchell, and Col Cottee, extracted...

16 Feb 2024

Sweating it out: Champion cyclist Haylee back home before hitting the road again

Geoff Mann Globe-trotting local cycling champ, Haylee Fuller, really sweated it out on a recent trip to Europe, the home of international competitive bike-riding. “We went to Spain to acclimatise to the mountains before heading into France for the...

Geoff Mann

16 Feb 2024

Local profiles

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What Kids Say: Stevie

How old are you? 3 What are you good at? Ummm, eating candy in the morning What type of food do you love the most? Watermelon Do you have a favourite word? Mum What makes you laugh? When my sister tickles me Who is your favourite character from...

13 Feb 2024

Yes! I’m a collector: A big collection of Santas

Christmas is over and we are getting back into our daily routines. As I packed up Christmas, I realised I have a big collection of Santas. In fact, they come in all shapes and sizes. It got me thinking about collections. I love collecting lots of...

Joanne Austen Brown

13 Feb 2024

What Kids Say: Layne

Age: 7 Favourite colour? Pink Favourite game? Roblox Who is your best friend? Harper What makes you laugh? Harper *laughs* What makes you sad? Getting sick and not being able to go to school What are you afraid of? Spiders What is your favourite...

06 Feb 2024

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

Letters & opinion

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Thumbs Up 02 05 2024

Thumbs Up and thank-you to Stephen Lawrence for the most interesting presentation at the CPSA meeting. Your generosity in sharing your time with members was most appreciated. Thumbs Up to Angus from Sam’s Plumbing. What a delightful and...

9 hours ago

Thumbs Up 08 02 2024

Thumbs Up to The Mower Man for their exceptional customer service, knowledge and promptness. Nothing was too much trouble, they fixed our ride-on at our house, without the hassle of having to bring it to town! Thumbs Up and thank-you to you all at...

08 Feb 2024

Dose of Dorin 15.02.2024

Paul Dorin

15 Feb 2024

Dose of Dorin 14.02.2024

Paul Dorin

14 Feb 2024

Wellington news

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Australia Day Awards at Wellington, in pictures

A proud crowd was on hand in Wellington for the annual Australia Day awards, recognising locals who are doing more than a bit for our town

Colin Rouse

07 Feb 2024

Karaoke Competition at Wellington Soldiers Club

The crowd was ready for some local singing-along at the Wellington Soldiers Club recently, and Photo News was there to catch up with some of the folks enjoying the entertainment

Colin Rouse

13 Feb 2024

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

29 Apr 2024

2024 Wellington Boot

Through the lens of Colin Rouse

Colin Rouse

19 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