Dubbo Photo News

Rural voters warned political loyalty is never rewarded

Independents will be a “breath of fresh air” for rural Australians, who should look forward to the possibility of political competition, a former MP says.

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Stephanie Gardiner

4 hours ago

News Extra

High steaks: Nats’ food security plan protects farmers

The coalition has pledged to prioritise developing a food security strategy to protect farmers and ensure wholesale savings flow through to shoppers.

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Dominic Giannini

4 hours ago

Socials

Dubbo RSL’s fun donation to Dubbo Base Hospital Children’s Ward

Dubbo RSL Club Group only exists because of its members. With a membership base of over 17,000 in Dubbo and the surrounding Local Government Area, the group is continuously giving back to members and the local communities they live in. Dubbo Base...

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Ken Smith

17 hours ago

News

Jazz festival organisers ready for this year’s second instalment

The Western Plains Jazz Association (WPJA) held a successful inaugural Western Plains Jazz Festival last May. Lived experience equalled instant success last year and that solid platform means the second instalment of the Western Plains Jazz Festival...

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Dallas Reeves

23 hours ago

Regional News

Work starts on improving Kamilaroi Highway stopping areas

Major work has started on a western NSW rest area upgrade project which will boost road safety and provide improved amenities for motorists and heavy vehicle drivers. The $1.75 million work is jointly funded with the Australian Government...

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David Dixon

23 Apr 2025

Regional News

Hot under the collar, funding fight over Indoor Sports Hub revealed

Political shock waves from the aborted Dubbo Indoor Sports Hub funding fiasco are continuing to reverberate, following the release of correspondence over the issue. The promised $50 million funding offer for the project was abruptly cancelled late...

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David Dixon

23 Apr 2025

Regional News

Total re-build announced for Willyama High

Shut for more than a full school year, master plans have now been released for the full rebuild of Willyama High School on the outskirts of Broken Hill. The school was closed in January 2024 due to a severe mould outbreak, and is now being...

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David Dixon

23 Apr 2025

Regional News

Housing, healthcare, safety: CWA releases first women’s survey on issues having greatest impact

Access to healthcare and housing, threats to safety, and financial challenges, were among the issues NSW women commented on as part of the Country Women’s Association (CWA) of NSW inaugural Annual Women’s Survey. More than 60 per cent of...

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David Dixon

23 Apr 2025

Regional News

Gaming compliance checks underway across regional NSW

With gambling a major social problem in many country towns across NSW, Liquor & Gaming NSW (L&GNSW) is conducting a compliance operation in regional areas to ensure venues adhere to gaming regulations that promote responsible gambling and...

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David Dixon

23 Apr 2025

In Brief

Climbers rescued in Warrumbungle National Park after woman injured in fall

A woman and a man have been rescued following a complex nighttime operation in Warrumbungle National Park. Emergency services were called to Belougerie Flats Trail about 5pm on Monday after reports that a woman had been injured while rock climbing...

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Local Newsdesk

23 Apr 2025

Regional News

Coalition pledges Broken Hill airport upgrade

The Coalition has pledged $10 million towards a Broken Hill Airport upgrade project if they win government to link the city to Far West regional communities and other states. Federal leader of The Nationals David Littleproud said that Broken Hill...

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David Dixon

23 Apr 2025

Regional News

Cowra boosts drought resilience with new 26km pipeline

For the first time, Cowra locals will have access to bore water during times of drought, following the completion of a new 26 kilometre pipeline. The pipeline, which runs from the Billimari bore fields to the Lachlan River Pump Station, is the final...

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David Dixon

23 Apr 2025

Sport

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Sport

After an impressive first up 4-0 win against Bulls, the men in Blue scored a comprehensive 5-0 victory against Parkes at Apex Oval on Saturday. Once again it was their talented pool of youngsters to the fore. Ethan Letfallah banged two into the net...

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Geoff Mann

18 Apr 2025

Local profiles

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Profiles

What Kids Say: Arthur

How old are you? 10!!! I’m 3… but I am almost 4! What are some of your favourite things to do? I like to read books and play with the animals. What type of food do you love the most? Strawberries, pancakes, hashbrowns and cola! Do you have...

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Lana Eather

21 Apr 2025

Profiles

Page 3 Profile: Duncan Ferguson

Do you have a nickname? Dunk or Fergo. Where did you grow up? Dubbo. What do you like to do in your spare time? Gran Turismo 7 (PlayStation 5) or play music. If you could do anything and be anywhere, what would you be doing? V8 Supercar Driver. What...

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Lana Eather

19 Apr 2025

Profiles

What Kids Say: Claire

How old are you? 8 turning 9. What do you like about yourself? [Long pause]… my hair. What are you good at? Soccer. What’s a type of food do you love the most? Mango. What’s the best dream you’ve ever had? I got my wish that I wanted. When...

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Lana Eather

16 Apr 2025

Profiles

Class of week: Captains of St Mary’s Parish School, Warren

The St Mary’s Induction Mass 2025 was held in February. We gathered as a school community to celebrate our Induction Mass with Fr Abraham. It was a special occasion where we recognised and blessed our School Captains, our first-ever Mission Leader...

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Lana Eather

15 Apr 2025

Letters & opinion

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Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 24.04.2025

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Paul Dorin

18 hours ago

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 23.04.2025

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Paul Dorin

23 Apr 2025

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin: Easter indulgence 22.04.2025

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Paul Dorin

22 Apr 2025

Letters & Opinion

Dose of Dorin 22.04.2025

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Paul Dorin

22 Apr 2025

Wellington news

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Wellington News

Well worth a visit to the Lion of Waterloo, Wellington

The Lion of Waterloo in Wellington was built in 1841. All these years later it’s still a great place to drop in for a cold brew while enjoying the historic ambience. The restaurant has a great menu and serves delicious meals. Well worth a visit

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Colin Rouse

9 hours ago

Wellington News

Great Chinese and Aussie meals at Wello Soldier’s Club

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Colin Rouse

21 Apr 2025

Wellington News

Energy Zone training facility at Wello, with funds for Showground improvements also

A special training facility for vital workers in the newly-launched Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) is being established at Wellington, it was recently announced. Upgrading facilities at Wellington Showground is also among money from...

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David Dixon

21 Apr 2025

Wellington News

Renae Day’s Family Day Care and Bernardo’s Playgroup have a picnic

Renae Day’s Family Day Care kids joined Barnardos playgroup at Teamsters Park in Wellington on Thursday, March 13. They shared a picnic morning tea together and played in the playground

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Colin Rouse

19 Apr 2025

Paparazzi

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Paparazzi

Tree-mendous! School is back for 2025

Goodbye parks, pools and playdates, hello classrooms! These youngsters are all dressed up ready to take on the new school year. Pictured are (top) Ashton and Fletcher, (below) Dana, Hugo, Bella, Edie, Evie, Theo and Alex. Do you have your family’s...

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Team At Dubbo Photo News

Paparazzi

Pot of gold?

The “pot of gold” at the end of this rainbow is the luxurious apartments under construction at the start of Church Street in Dubbo

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Ken Smith

Paparazzi

Book launch: ‘Early Pioneers of Dubbo pre-1882’

Scenes from the recent book launch of ‘Early Pioneers of Dubbo pre-1882’, published by the Dubbo & District Family History Society Inc

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Ken Smith

Paparazzi

Upside down at top speed

Up close and an awesome low level aerobatic flyover. RAAF No. 1 Flying School is back in Dubbo for a few weeks. They crew is flying out of Dubbo Regional Airport

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Local Newsdesk