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The bats are back

Mar 25 2022 Updated April 4, 2022

Ken Smith

1 min read

A large colony of bats has taken up a noisy residence on the zoo side of the Macquarie River, a few hundred yards from the Shibble Bridge, just off the riverside walking track. This photo was snapped by Ken Smith during one of his weekend forays along the river.

Make sure you vote in Saturday’s Dubbo Regional Council election

Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) — as with all cities, towns, and shires in NSW — will hold their local government elections this Saturday, September 14. Residents registered to vote in the Dubbo Local Government Area, will be asked to help elect 11...

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David Dixon

11 Sep 2024

News

‘Democracy sausage’ is getting a make-over at Dubbo College barbie

“Democracy sausage”, is what they’ve come to term the traditional Australian election day barbecue, but Dubbo College this Saturday, are offering a little more! The School’s P&C is supporting students from both the South and Delroy...

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David Dixon

13 Sep 2024

In Brief

Changed traffic conditions on Newell Highway north of Moree from Thursday

Anyone driving towards Queensland via the Newell Highway is reminded about ongoing changed traffic conditions from Thursday, September 12, approximately 76 kilometres north of Moree. Transport for NSW said the works, aimed at improving safety and...

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Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

10 Sep 2024

Regional News

Nose, pain, throat: pharmacies to treat more minor ailments in NSW

Seeking to reduce pressure on our hard-pressed GP services, pharmacist throughout NSW will soon be allowed to diagnose and prescribed treatments for a series of minor health ailments, including ear infections, nausea, acid reflux, acne, and muscle...

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David Dixon

10 Sep 2024

Dubbo RSL’s most welcome donation

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

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Ken Smith

22 Sep 2024

Socials

Col celebrates his 90th birthday

Col Roberts celebrated his 90th birthday recently at the Western Star with family and a few good mates. Happy Birthday Col and all the very best

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Ken Smith

22 Sep 2024

Socials

“Inside + Out” by Gill Pedrana officially opens

New works from Gill Pedrana were unveiled on opening night of her “Inside + Out” Exhibition held early September at The Art Club Gallery Bultje St Dubbo. A good crowd attended with some works attracting the red dot (sold) at the official...

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Ken Smith

21 Sep 2024

Socials

ORISCON and Dubbo Connecting Community Services join forces to celebrate cultural diversity

ORISCON is thrilled to announce its continued partnership with Dubbo Connecting Community Services, a collaboration that has been pivotal in supporting the migrant community and enriching the cultural fabric of our region. This partnership, which...

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Ken Smith

21 Sep 2024