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Police launch Operation ANZAC Day with stark road safety warning for long weekend

Police are urging motorists to make smart choices this Anzac Day long weekend, warning that one bad decision behind the wheel could change lives forever. NSW Police have launched Operation ANZAC Day 2025, a high-visibility traffic campaign with...

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RAAF trainee pilots take flight in Dubbo for ‘Exercise Wiradjuri Sunrise’

Dubbo Regional Airport is hosting Royal Australian Air Force instructor and trainee pilots for

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8 hours ago

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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

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Driver dies in crash north of Canowindra

A person has died following a single-vehicle crash north of Canowindra this morning. Emergency services were called to Canowindra Road, about 15 kilometres north of the town, shortly before 7.45am on Sunday after reports a car had left the road and...

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Local Newsdesk

20 Apr 2025

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Girilambone RFS volunteers honoured for decades of service

Eight dedicated members of the Girilambone Rural Fire Brigade will be recognised today (Saturday, April 12) for their long-standing service at a special ceremony at the Girilambone Railway Station, northwest of Nyngan. Hosted by the Girilambone and...

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Local Newsdesk

12 Apr 2025

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Record flooding hits Western NSW as Paroo River surpasses historic levels

Major flooding is impacting parts of Western NSW, with the Paroo River at Wanaaring exceeding its previous record height Monday afternoon, prompting urgent action by emergency services. At 3pm on Monday, April 7, the river reached five metres –...

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Local Newsdesk

07 Apr 2025

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Two teens charged over alleged break-ins and stolen vehicle at Brewarrina and Goodooga

Two teenage boys will face court next month after being charged over a string of alleged break and enters and stolen vehicle incident in the State’s north-west. Officers from Central North Police District arrested the pair following investigations...

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Local Newsdesk

05 Apr 2025

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Public urged to avoid Pilliga area due to fire sparked during storm

Emergency services are urging the public to avoid Pilliga National Park and surrounding areas as a bushfire continues to burn in the area. The fire ignited near the Sandstone Caves at about 5pm on Wednesday following a storm. Rural Fire Service...

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Local Newsdesk

01 Mar 2025

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Youth crime debate flares as teen dies in pursuit crash

A teen died and three others were injured after a police pursuit of an allegedly stolen car ended in tragedy in an outback town.

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Jack Gramenz

28 Feb 2025

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Iconic actor’s son still missing after five years, last known contact in Dubbo area

The family of James Hunter, who is the son of famous actor Bill, are still searching for answers about what happened after he vanished in early 2020.

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Farid Farid

28 Feb 2025

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Teen dead in ‘horrendous’ police pursuit rollover at Bourke, following alleged robbery at Narromine

A 17-year-old has died and three others have been injured after an allegedly stolen car rolled in an outback town following a police pursuit.

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Luke Costin

28 Feb 2025

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NSW Fair Trading to visit Dubbo next week

NSW Fair Trading’s Community Engagement team is set to visit Dubbo next week as part of the Let’s Talk Roadshow. As part of its visit, NSW Fair Trading has stated it is offering in-person information session on Wednesday, March 12, for local...

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Dubbo Photo News

26 Feb 2025

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Watch out! Cupid’s arrows are about

Valentine’s Day is the perfect excuse to show some love – not just to your sweetheart, but to local businesses too! From flowers to fancy dinners, our shops, florists, and restaurants are counting on you to make their day. Shop local, spread the...

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Team At Dubbo Photo News

14 Feb 2025