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Free art workshops explore the fragility of life

Registrations are now open for the Western Plains Cultural Centre’s (WPCC) highly anticipated Drawn to the Centre 2025 program, offering free drawing and sketching workshops inspired by the theme memento mori. The program, which runs over four...

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1 hour ago

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‘Check your load for a toad’: travellers urged not to let pests hitch a ride

People travelling throughout NSW are being urged to remain vigilant against biosecurity threats this summer holidays, with a warning that harmful pests could endanger the state’s $21 billion agriculture industry. NSW Nationals Leader Dugald...

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9 hours ago

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$12,000 subsidies offered to boost healthcare workforce

Healthcare students are being urged to apply for up to $12,000 in financial support through the Tertiary Health Study Subsidies Program, as it seeks to address critical workforce shortages in the health sector across NSW. The program will open for...

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9 hours ago

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Scabbing Flat Bridge repairs to cause temporary road closure

Scabbing Flat Bridge on Arthurville Road, approximately 4km south of Geurie, will be closed at scheduled times starting next week due to essential repair work. Transport for NSW said the bridge will be closed to all vehicles between 9am and 3pm...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

09 Jan 2025

Regional News

Annual Aussie lamb ad tackles online comments with laughs and a big barbie

The annual Australian Lamb summer ad has returned, this time taking aim at one of the most divisive spaces in modern life – online comments sections. The humorous ad, released this week, portrays an exaggerated version of online discourse...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

08 Jan 2025

In Brief

Urgent call for extra blood donors amid record cancellations

NSW urgently requires 3100 additional blood donors this week, with Lifeblood making the appeal following a record number of cancellations, leaving blood supplies critically low. Australia-wide, more than 6500 people cancelled their donation...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

08 Jan 2025

In Brief

Castlereagh Highway maintenance work starts January 13

Motorists heading towards Lithgow and Sydney south of Mudgee are advised of changed traffic conditions on the Castlereagh Highway between Cullen Bullen and Capertee for essential maintenance work starting Monday, January 13. Transport for NSW said...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

08 Jan 2025

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Make sure you get my ‘good’ side!

The team at Taronga Western Plains Zoo were having some fun during feeding time with the Quokkas when this cutie seemingly flashed the biggest Quokka smile we’ve ever seen! The Quokkas were enjoying some wreaths made out of their favourite browse...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

07 Jan 2025

Regional News

Western Local Land Services advisor joins 2025 National Agricultural Leadership Program

Cobar-based sustainability advocate Paris Capell has been named among nine participants in the 2025 National Agricultural Leadership Program (NALP), which aims to upskill emerging leaders in agricultural advocacy. Ms Capell, who grew up in central...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

07 Jan 2025

Regional News

Country mayors pay tribute to Local Government group’s retiring president

The Country Mayors Association of NSW (CMA) has expressed sadness at the unexpected retirement of Local Government NSW (LGNSW) President Cr Darriea Turley AM, citing her exceptional service and leadership. CMA Chairman Rick Firman OAM, who is mayor...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

07 Jan 2025

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12-year-old among three charged over alleged attempted break and enter in Dubbo

Two men and a boy are due to face court following an alleged attempted break and enter in Dubbo in the early hours of Monday. Police were called to a convenience store on Whylandra Street around 3am after reports of an attempted aggravated break and...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

06 Jan 2025

In Brief

Elvis Express set to depart Sydney for 2025 Parkes Festival

Sydney’s Central Station will transform into a spectacle of sequins and pompadours on Thursday, January 9, as the NSW TrainLink Elvis Express departs for the Parkes Elvis Festival. Hundreds of Elvis impersonators and fans will board the annual...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

06 Jan 2025

In Brief

Western Region police wrap up latest operation focussed on youth crime

Police in regional NSW are continuing to implement Operational Regional Mongoose which has been focussing on youth crime for more than 12 months, including break and enter offences and motor vehicle theft. Police have just wrapped up a three-day...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

05 Jan 2025