Latest Regular Meeting with Orana Mid-Western Police District. 

Community Cheque Presentations Held This Week. 

Spoke at the Better Futures Forum in Canberra. 

Official Opening of the Gindaymanha Sports Complex at Dubbo College South Campus. 

Thank You to Councillors, Staff and the Community. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Australian Road Safety Foundation Promoting Don’t Be THAT Driver. 

RFBI Aged Care Employee Day Morning Tea and Awards. 

Season Opening of the Aquatic Leisure Centres. 

Extraordinary Council Meeting to Refer Our Financial Statements to the Auditor. 

Extraordinary Council Meeting to Consider a DA. 

$11.25 Million Application for the REACT Centre from the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone – Legacy Infrastructure Fund. 

Mayoral Metrics from Mayoral Memo 138. 

Speaking at the Better Futures Forum in Canberra This Week. 

Limerick of the Week.

Met with the Hon. Steve Whan, MP, Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education. 

Briefing on Feasibility Study for REACT Centre for a Mayoral Minute at the Last Council Meeting. 

Waved off a Group of Cyclists Going to Newcastle. 

The 420th Citizenship Was Conferred upon a Citizen at the Last Citizenship Ceremony for This Term of Council. 

Federal Government Released a White Paper on Aviation during the Week. 

Discussions about the Cost of Regional Living for the Bush Summit. 

Travelled to Dunedoo to Deliver a Presentation at the NSW Government Independent Planning Commission in Relation to the Spicers Creek Wind Farm. 

Vinnies Community Sleep Out Held during the Week. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Why Was the Mayor in a Cell at Old Dubbo Gaol? 

Opening Event Held for a New Building for Int College. 

DRTCC Wins Impact Award for Saturday Night Social. 

Book Week at West Dubbo Public School. 

Poetry Recitals at Bracken House. 

Did Council Waive a $659K Debt Owed by Rex Airlines? 

The Water Filtration Plant Is Currently Undergoing a Major Filter Replacement. 

What Exactly Are the Limitations on Council in Caretaker Mode? 

Upcoming Citizenship Ceremony on Friday 30 August. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Council Meeting on Thursday Night Which Was Almost the Meeting of This Council. 

The Debt Owed by Rex to Council Was Discussed at the Council Meeting. 

Development Application Approved for a 145 Lot Subdivision – the First in the North-West Precinct. 

Council Funds Distributed to Community Organisations. 

Council Submitting an Application to the State Government to Fund the REACT Centre. 

Australian Local Government Association National Local Government Housing Summit in Adelaide. 

Eds Big, Big, Big Walk for Little Kids Raising Money for Camp Quality. 

This Thursday the Mayor Will Be Put behind Bars to Raise Money for the Orana Support Service. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Qantaslink CEO in Dubbo for the First of the ASX200 CEO Series Breakfasts. 

Bodangora Fire Station Officially Opened. 

Councillors Inspect New Dubbo Bridge. 

GP Registrar Night to Help Retain Doctors. 

Dubbo Leads the State with 3D Housing. 

One Million Patrons through the DRTCC. 

Regional Cities NSW Meeting Held in Sydney. 

Homes NSW Met with RCNSW. 

RCNSW Met with Various Ministers and Police Deputy Commissioner. 

Meeting with the Premier to Discuss Regional Issues. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Local Government Act Section 428 Part (2). 

Start at the Tumultuous Beginning. 

Rebuilding Community Trust. 

Building Relationships. 

Trust Allows for More Innovation. 

Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone. 

Events. 

Infrastructure. 

Drought Resilience. 

Housing Solutions. 

Additional Items of Significance. 

The Numbers. 

Other Highlights. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Voluntary Planning Agreement Discussions Continue with the Maryvale Solar Farm. 

Councillors Make a Decision on the Request for an Interest Free Loan for Macquarie Home Stay. 

Councillors Discuss the Limit on the Number of Pets a Resident Can Keep. 

Council Is Aware Some Water Meters Are Not Currently Recording Water Usage. 

Update on the Upgrade of Water Mains at the Tamworth Street / Darling Street Roundabout. 

Old Dubbo Gaol to Host Dubbo Community Sleepout on Friday 30 August. 

Dubbo Regional Council a Leader in Development Application Processing Times. 

The End of Term Report Delivered by Council This Week. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Operational Officer Level 2 Graduation Ceremony at the Rural Fire Service Training Academy. 

Councillor Workshop Discussed Rolling up Events and Community Funds into One Fund. 

Councillors Had an ASM and Alkane Field Trip to Toongi and Tomingley. 

Voting Is Now Open for the Official Name of the Shared Pathway. 

Additional Funding Received for Our Libraries. 

Clean Energy Council Australian Clean Energy Summit. 

Mayoral Memo Number 132 Discussed Controversy and Australia Day. 

Next Council Meeting on Thursday 25 July. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Potential Dates for Australia Day Events in 2025. 

Business Continuity Exercise Undertaken by Senior Executive Staff. 

Citizenship Ceremony Held during the Week with 17 New Aussies Conferred. 

BOOTS Graduation Ceremony Congratulated 8 Women Who Are Now Trade Ready. 

Transport for NSW Meeting to Discuss the RCNSW Pinch Point Program. 

Meeting Held with the Western Plains Trefoil Guild. 

$1.26 Million Received from the Australian Government’s Housing Support Program. 

$521,059 for New Tennis Courts and Playground at Teamsters Park. 

League Table for DA Approvals across the State. 

Upcoming Information Sessions for Kerrs Creek Wind Farm. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Councils Have to Be Innovative with Pursuing Funding Streams. 

Feedback Requested on the Fence Constructed around Cameron Park Playground. 

The Purpose of Performing Radio Interviews across the Region. 

Feedback Requested on the New Toilets Set for Victoria Park with $403,486 from the NSW Government. 

Changes to Waste Services for Residents. 

Conferences Attended by Mayors and Councillors and CEOs – Necessary or Junkets? 

Several Conferences Held in Canberra Last Week. 

Highlights of the Canberra Conferences from Last Week. 

Another Citizenship Ceremony Being Held This Week. 

Dubbo parkrun Celebrates a Special Milestone on Saturday 13 July. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Councillors Debate the Existence of a Shy Squirrel Glider. 

Changes in the Sale Process for Land in Keswick Stage 5, Release 2. 

Progress Being Made on the Scabbing Flat Bridge at Geurie. 

$180 Million Budget Approved by Councillors for 2024/2025. 

Moorambilla Voices Perform at Government House. 

Early Childhood Education Careers Forum Held in Dubbo. 

Joint Presidents Announced at the Changeover Dinner for the Rotary Club of Dubbo West. 

Councillors Give Blood as Part of a Blood Drive. 

Melbourne International Comedy Festival Performs in Dubbo. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Squadron Energy Opened up a New Office in Wellington. 

Mayoral Developers Forum Hosted during the Week. 

Councillor Workshop during the Week Discussed the Budget and Belgravia. 

Another Hypothetical Posed in the Latest Mayoral Memo. 

Latest Dubbo Business Chamber Meeting Discussing Dubbo’s Economy. 

Toyota Tour De OROC Cheque Presentation. 

$10,000 Given to Five Organisations via the SPARC Program. 

Wellington Senior Citizens Hosted a Biggest Morning Tea Event. 

Councillors Giving Blood and Encouraging the Community to Donate. 

Location of the June Council Meeting Changed to the DRTCC. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Potential Changes to Sales Methodology at Keswick Estate. 

Section 226 Part D of the Local Government Act Was Recently Utilised. 

Western Division Councils NSW Conference Held in Cobar. 

Mayoral Developers Forum Being Held This Coming Wednesday. 

Philippine Independence Day Flag Raising Ceremony Held in Dubbo. 

2024 NSW Rugby Junior State Championships Held in Dubbo. 

Sod Is Turned on New Animal Shelter. 

Latest Meeting with Commander of the Orana Mid-Western Police District. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Barden Park Athletics Track Resurfacing Completed. 

Cashless Transactions Will Start from 1 July at DRC’s Waste Facilities. 

Roads Congress Discussed the Use of AI to Detect Road Conditions. 

Roads Congress Discussed the Progression of EVs onto Our Roads and the Implications. 

Latest News about the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets. 

Latest News about the Wellington Caves. 

Dubbo May Host the World Shearing and Wool Handling Championships. 

Dubbo Support Centre Held a Senior Digital Literacy Program. 

Standing Committee Meetings Being Held This Week. 

St Johns College Year 10 Class of 1983 Reunion Being Held This Saturday Night. 

Limerick of the Week. 

CSU Dubbo Regional Consultative Committee Met This Week. 

Changes in the Homeless Camp at Regand Park along Tracker-Riley Cycleway. 

Tracker-Riley Now Has 34 New Wayfinding Signs around the 13.65 Kilometre Shared Pathway. 

REACT Centre Consultants Met with Stakeholders This Week. 

Barden Park Athletics Track Has Now Been Resurfaced with Thanks to a Grant from the State Government. 

NRMA Wants to Install More EV Chargers in Dubbo. 

Waste2Art Opened in Dubbo This Week. 

ICAC Handed down Findings about Corrupt Behaviour in a Sydney Council. 

What Are the Discussions Occurring with Housing Providers. 

Limerick of the Week. 

National Simultaneous Storytime. 

Clontarf Foundation 2024 Central West NSW Employment Forum. 

CSU Foundation Scholarship Presentation. 

Large Crowd Gathered for the Council Meeting during the Week. 

Final Decision Made on the Funding for the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Centre. 

Councillor Fees Are Going up by 3.75 per Cent to $27,050. 

Councillors Make a Decision on Delegating Authority to Committees for DAs. 

Council Proposing to Lease Land to Squadron Energy for Worker Accommodation. 

The Public Art Strategy Will Receive a $950K Boost from Squadron Energy. 

The Duke of Wellington Bridge Now Has Pedestrian Access. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Poor Reporting in Relation to an Incident at the Dubbo Show. 

The Dubbo ASX200 CEO Series Has Been Launched. 

An AUKUS Forum Was Held in Dubbo for Business Opportunities. 

Chinese Trade Delegation Visits Dubbo. 

Social Housing Solutions Coming to Dubbo in the Form of 3D Printed Housing. 

Mark Coulton Brought a New Zealand Political Delegation to Meet with Council. 

Largest Ever Federal Grant Received by Dubbo with the $7.2 Million for the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Centre. 

Service Review Being Undertaken of the Location and Services of the Visitor Information Centres. 

Repairs Being Undertaken at the Victoria Park Fountain. 

Local Libraries Celebrate National Simultaneous Storytime. 

New Resident Night Being Held This Week. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Has Council Voted to Continue with the DREAM Festival? 

What Agreement Was Reached with the Dubbo Firming Power Station? 

What Is the Result of the Federal Government Grant Application for the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Centre? 

Why Are There Goats around the Wellington Caves? 

When Will the Lights Be Repaired on the Tracker-Riley Cycleway? 

Has Council Entered into a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for Advanced Wastewater Treatment? 

When Will Council Upgrade the Scabbing Flat Bridge at Geurie? 

What Happened with the Meeting with the Standing Committee on State Development in Relation to Their Inquiry on the Ability of Local Governments to Fund Infrastructure and Services? 

What Discussion Did You Have with the Hon. Jenny Aitchison, MP, Minister for Regional Transport and Roads When You Met with Her at Parliament House? 

What Discussion Did You Have with the Hon. Paul Scully, MP, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces When You Met with Him at Parliament House? 

What Discussion Did You Have with the Hon. John Graham, MLC, Special Minister of State, Minister for Roads, Minister for the Arts, Minister for Music and the Night-Time Economy, and Minister for Jobs and Tourism When You Met with Him at Parliament House? 

What Did IPART and the Audit Office Mention in Their Presentations at Country Mayors? 

What Is the Latest in the EOI Process for the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets and Is There $23 Million Sitting in a Bank Account? 

What Rumours Are Being Discussed in Relation to Candidature for the Parkes Electorate? 

Limerick of the Week. 

Met up with Wataru Koketsu, Former Minokamo Exchange Student Who Visited Dubbo in 1991. 

News from the Latest Meeting of the Renewables Regional Leaders Network Meeting. 

Met with ASM for an Update on the Road Upgrades along Obley Road. 

Opened the French Corner Apartments in Bourke Street. 

Attended a Yarn-up with the Yindyamarra Healing Men’s Group in Wellington. 

Council Hosting Pre-Candidate Information Sessions Ahead of Upcoming Elections. 

Have Your Say on Council’s Draft 2024/2025 Budget. 

An Update on the Opening Date of the New Benolong Bridge. 

The Latest Status of the Unofficial Homeless Camp in Regand Park. 

RSL Club Making Accusations That Council Knew about Alleged Contamination before a Land Swap Deal in September 2020. 

Council Hosted a Workshop with a Representative from BOCSAR. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Anzac Day Events Held across the LGA during the Week. 

Meeting Held with the Hon. Jenny Aitchison MP, Minister for Regional Transport and Roads. 

Council’s Engagement Platform Fosters Community Connections. 

Upcoming Night for New Residents. 

Update on the Mechanics at Dubbo Regional Council. 

Leader Life Providing Services at the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets. 

Grant Application Being Submitted for a Solar Canopy at the Airport Carpark. 

OLG Has Released a Pre-Election Guide for Councils. 

The Draft 2024/2025 Budget, Operational Plan and Associated Documents are on Display. 

Proposed Lease of 139 Darling Street to the Macquarie Conservatorium Update. 

Bulky Waste Service to Community Undergoing a Change for a 12-Month Trial. 

Expressions of Interest Reopened for the DREAM Festival. 

Limerick of the Week. 

This Week I Had a Meeting with the Hon David Littleproud MP, Leader of the Nationals This Week. 

This Week I Met with the Hon. Tara Moriarty, MLC, Minister for Agriculture, Minister for Regional New South Wales, and Minister for Western New South Wales. 

Met with a Group Undertaking an Evaluation of the Murray Darling Medical Schools Network. 

The Reject Shop Opened Their 385th Store in the Nation This Week – in Wellington. 

Councillors Held a Budget Workshop on Thursday Night. 

Aussie FMX Put on a Motorcross Stunt Show as Part of Youth Activities This Week. 

New Residents Night Will Be Held on 22 May at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre. 

Australian War Memorial’s Michael Bell to Deliver Anzac Day Address at WPCC. 

The EOI Is Now Open for Parties Interested in Leasing or Buying the Livestock Markets. 

An Update on the Blueridge Link Road Progress. 

DRC Is Submitting a Bid for a Second Triple J ‘One Night Stand.’ 

Early Stages of a Proposal for a Hydrogen Service Station. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Update on Funding Application for the Flood Damaged Culvert Crossing Mitchell Creek on Saxa Road. 

Shared Pathway Official Opening. 

Elston Water Park Is an Asset at the End of Its Life. 

RSL Club Negotiations with Land in Keswick and Land in Wingewarra Street. 

Update on the Macquarie Conservatorium of Music Peppercorn Lease of a Council Building. 

Annual Report on Our Drinking Water Management System. 

Update on the Growing Homeless Camp at Regand Park. 

Closing Date for the DREAM Festival EOIs Fast Approaching. 

Cleaning of Public Amenities in Dubbo. 

REACT Centre in Wellington Has Received Funding for a Feasibility Study. 

Discussions with Cabonne Shire Council to Discuss a Boundary Adjustment and a Wind Farm. 

Repairs Needed for the Old Dubbo Gaol. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Easter Monday Media Release. 

Successful Federal Grant Application for Comobella Crossing. 

Air Force Flying Training around Dubbo during April. 

Allegations of Skin Rash from Dubbo Water. 

Temporary Water Restrictions in Wellington. 

EOI for Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets. 

Dubbo and Wellington Sewerage Rehabilitation Underway. 

Update on PCYC Sports Hub. 

Mayor Currently in Minokamo, Japan, Leading a Delegation of Dubbo Delegates on a Self-Funded Official Visit. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Major Announcement Being Made at 7am on Easter Monday. 

Discussions Started about the Future of the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets. 

Council’s Biennial Survey Is Underway. 

DREAM Expression of Interest Process in Underway. 

Crypto Forces the Temporary Closure of the Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Centre. 

Red Alert Blue-Green Algae Warning Lifted at Burrendong Dam. 

Flushing of Water Mains Is Currently Occurring in Parts of the LGA. 

Accessibility Trial Currently Underway across Six Council Web Sites. 

Mayor Currently in South Korea Leading a Delegation of Dubbo Delegates on a Self-Funded Official Visit. 

Limerick of the Week. 

EOI Process to Determine the Organisation to Run the DREAM Festival. 

Council Eagerly Awaits the Result of the Funding Application for the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Facility. 

Narromine Narwonah Waste-to-Energy Plant Discussion at the Latest Council Meeting. 

Forest Glen Solar Farm Planning Agreement Ready to Proceed to Next Step. 

Successful Applicants to the Latest Round of the Community Services Fund. 

Latest Recipients of the Bodangora Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund. 

Change to Bid for the Former Dubbo City Bowling Club Site. 

EOI Process for the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets Lease or Sale. 

DRC’s Waste Facilities to Go Cashless from 1 July 2024. 

Major Announcement with the ASM – Dubbo Project at Toongi. 

Council Delegation to Visit South Korea and Japan. 

Lane Cove Council in Sydney Removes Public Forum from Council Meetings. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Hon. Justine Elliot MP in Dubbo to Announce Fifteen New Safe Places and Escaping Violence Payments. 

Met with the Hon. Jihad DIB, MP, Minister for Customer Service and Digital Government, Minister for Emergency Services, and Minister for Youth Justice. 

Discussion on the Latest Crime Statistics Released by BOCSAR and the Discussion on the John Laws Show. 

First Councillor Workshop to Discuss the 2024/2025 Budget. 

Alliance of Western Councils Latest Board Meeting. 

BBQ Cooking Skills on Display at the Wellington Senior Citizen Club. 

Another Discussion on Parking Infringements and a Change in the Process for Notifying of a Fine. 

The Latest Update on the Workplace Hub in Dubbo. 

Latest Update on the Progress of Belgravia Leisure in Managing Our Aquatic Leisure Centres. 

Benolong Road Bridge Update. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Replacement of Fluoride Dosing System at John Gilbert Water Treatment Plant Project Update. 

Results of Inground Parking Sensor and License Plate Recognition Camera Trials. 

Reclassification and Rezoning of Alexander Bell Memorial Park. 

DREAM Festival 2024 and Beyond. 

Council EOI Bid for the Former Dubbo City Bowling Club. 

Dubbo Women's Festival Held at the WPCC. 

SPARC (Shaping Plans to Advance Regional Culture) Grant Program Round 2 Funding Now Open. 

Tamworth Street Road Reconstruction – Stage 1. 

Events This Week Include Golf NSW Regional Qualifiers; Bowls NSW State Championships and Black Dog Ride. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Attended the Bathurst 500 at Mount Panorama. 

DREAM Discussions to Look at the Path Forward for DREAM. 

Met with Assistant Minister Anthony Chisholm, Assistant Minister for Education and Assistant Minister for Regional Development. 

Met with Minister Catherine King MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government. 

Met with Both Assistant Minister Carol Brown, Assistant Minister for Infrastructure and Transport and Minister Kristy McBain, Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and the Territories. 

Met with Staff from Chris Bowen’s Office. 

What Are the Legal Timelines for Council to Remove Unattended and Damaged Vehicles. 

Roadworks Soon to Begin in Tamworth Street. 

Carpark at the Bottom of Church Street Will Be Closing Temporarily. 

Staff Number Comparison in Dubbo and Wellington before and after the Amalgamation. 

Bracken House Celebrates 35 Years. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Discussions with NBN with Changes Occurring in the Local Infrastructure. 

Regular Meeting with the Dubbo Business Chamber. 

Met with Representatives from Qantaslink. 

Regional Cities NSW Discussing Potential Reforms to Slots at Sydney Airport. 

Barden Park Athletics Centre of Excellence to Undergo Resurfacing. 

Several Journalists Discussing Renewables around Dubbo. 

Councillor Workshop Discussed Three Major Items. 

Telehealth Takes Another Step Forward at an Aged Care Facility in Dubbo. 

Wheelers Lane Stage 2 Reconstruction Requires Changed Traffic Conditions. 

Entries Still Open for Waste 2 Art and Minokamo Exchange. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Developers Looking at Producing More 3D Printed Housing in Dubbo. 

Progress Being Made on a Potential Boundary Alteration with North Yeoval. 

Investigating Further Options for Changes to the Toilets at Cameron Park in Wellington. 

Councillors Decide Not to Proceed with the Development of a Public Toilet Policy. 

A Report Will Come Back to Council with Further Details on the Contract with Belgravia Leisure. 

The DRC Renewable Energy Benefit Framework Has Been Amended for Large Scale Batteries. 

The Spicers Creek Wind Farm Planning Agreement Has Been Endorsed by Council. 

Councillors Set the Direction for a Policy on Overgrown Blocks in the LGA. 

Council Is Progressing to Lease Part of Council-Owned Land for a Major Housing Project. 

An Update on the Progress of the Fluoride Dosing Unit Project at the John Gilbert Water Treatment Plant. 

Update on the Homeless Campers Living at Regand Park. 

Waste 2 Art Competition Is Now Open for Entries. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Night to Welcome the GP Registrars to the Region. 

EnergyCo Community and Employment Benefit Program Workshop. 

Demerger Discussions in Parliament. 

Bring Your Bills Day in Dubbo and Wellington. 

Meeting with Charles Sturt University. 

National Gallery of Australia Touring Exhibition - Ceremony: 4th Indigenous Art Triennial. 

Update on the Homeless River Camp at Regand Park. 

Workshop Held to Elevate Your Grant Applications. 

Future of Wujiang Exchange and Sister City Relationships Involving DFAT. 

Meeting Being Held in Molong to Discuss Kerrs Creek Wind Farm. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Public Meeting Held at Euchareena to Discuss the Kerr’s Creek Wind Farm. 

First Councillor Workshop Held for the Year Discussing Overgrown Blocks and DREAM. 

Squadron Energy Further Exploring the Concept of the REACT Centre. 

Update on the Conservatorium of Music Lease Situation. 

The Star Club Had an Open Day on Their First Day of Operations in Dubbo. 

Waste and Recycling Centres Going Cashless from 1 July 2024. 

The Anglican Church in Dubbo Has Just Commissioned a New Minister. 

Applications Now Open for the Next Round of the Community Services Fund and the Bodangora Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund. 

Pickleball Courts at Elston Park Now Officially Open. 

Limerick of the Week. 

U15 Girls State Cricket Carnival Held in Dubbo This Week. 

NSW Rugby Waratahs Women in the Region and U16 and U14 Rugby Girls in Dubbo. 

VRA Looking to Expand Emergency Services Precinct at the Airport. 

ABC 7:30 Report in Dubbo to Talk about Renewables. 

Alkane Drilling for Gold in the Comobella-Bodangora Area. 

Code Share Arrangement between Virgin Australia and Link Airways. 

Wellington’s Fowler Steam Engine Update. 

Tracker Riley Has Received a Further Concrete Extension. 

Shared Pathway Construction Update. 

Community Meeting Being Held in Euchareena to Discuss the Kerrs Creek Windfarm. 

Dubbo Mayor Attending the Toyota Golden Guitar Awards in Tamworth. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Contact Details for Enquiries in Relation to the Uungula Wind Farm. 

December 2023 Tourism Market Report. 

Regional Development Act 2004. 

Lease for Macquarie Conservatorium of Music. 

Funding Applications Update. 

Biennial Community Needs Survey. 

University of the Third Age Open Day. 

Australia Day Celebration Details. 

Tamworth Country Music Festival. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Uungula Wind Farm Sod Turning Attended by Andrew Forrest AO and the Hon Chris Bowen MP, Minister for Climate Change and Energy. 

Safety Incident at Dubbo Aquatic Leisure Centre. 

Council Shutdown over Christmas Impacted Cemeteries. 

Pressure on Rental Prices in Dubbo. 

Potential for More 3D Printed Housing in Dubbo This Year. 

Deliberations for Australia Day Awards Held in Wellington and Dubbo. 

Significant Upcoming Events and Projects for 2024. 

Makar Sankranti Kite Flying Festival. 

Limerick of the Week – Happy Anniversary Katrina. 

Why Is Dubbo Letting Surrounding Areas Snare the Big Football and Cricket Matches? 

Wellington Residents and Dubbo Residents Are Still Paying Different Amounts for Water and Sewer Seven Years after the Amalgamation. Is It Time to Fix This? 

News from the Latest Developers’ Forum. 

The Macquarie River Master Plan Will Be Considered at the Council Meeting This Week. 

A Report Has Been Completed That Analyses Short-Term Worker Accommodation Requirements. 

World’s First DNA Database to Combat Littering – or Is It Just a Joke? 

Council Has Made a Final Decision on Supporting the Macquarie Conservatorium of Music. 

Controversy Surrounding the Macquarie Lions Park Amenities Block Being Demolished. 

Ten Years for the CATO Vision to Be Realised. 

Official Opening of the Archibald Finalists Exhibition at the WPCC. 

Dubbo to Host NSW Touch Junior State Cup (Northern Conference) for the Next Three Years. 

Latest Mayoral Memo Article Focuses on Section 226 of the Local Government Act. 

3D Printing Becomes a Spectator Sport in Dubbo. 

Parkinson’s Law of Triviality Pops up in Discussions This Week. 

New Council Chamber Officially Opened. 

International Aerial Firefighting Conference Held in Dubbo. 

Expansion Announced for the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone. 

Job Description for Councillors and Mayors. 

Bowls NSW Met with Dubbo Clubs to Start Planning the State Championships for 2024. 

Details of All Current and Planned Renewable Projects in the Region. 

Mayoral Developers’ Forum. 

Official Opening of the 3D Printed Amenities Block. 

Rescission of Land Swap Deal with the Dubbo RSL Memorial Club. 

Unique Community Leaders’ Meeting Well Attended. 

Launch of the New Dubbo Visitor Guide. 

Renewable Energy Awareness and Career Training (REACT) Centre. 

Another Successful New Resident Evening Was Held This Week. 

Is It True That the Mayor Is Trying to Improve His parkrun Times with 510m of New Concrete Pathway? 

Are the 3D Printed Toilets in Danger of Being Deemed Structurally Unsound? 

REACT Centre (Renewable Energy Awareness and Career Training Centre) Business Case Is Garnering Significant Interest from Various Stakeholders. 

Official Opening of the RFS Aviation Centre of Excellence. 

New Exhibits at the Old Dubbo Gaol. 

Questions Asked about the 3D Printed Toilets at Macquarie Lions Park West. 

Events Year in Review. 

Community Year in Review. 

Tourism and Visitation Year in Review. 

Sporting Events Year in Review. 

Culture and Environment Year in Review. 

Review of Other Items. 

Launch of New Vehicles for the VRA NSW. 

New Exhibits at the Old Dubbo Gaol. 

Council Meets with Rio Tinto. 

Councillors Visit the University of Sydney School of Rural Health. 

Council Settles on a Funding Strategy for the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Centre. 

Questions Asked about the 3D Printed Toilets at Macquarie Lions Park West. 

Council’s Code of Conduct Quarterly Report. 

Dubbo Regional Sports Council Playing Field Improvement Fund. 

Submission Being Made to the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal. 

Council Bidding for the Former Dubbo City Bowling Club. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Latest Update on the Situation with Belgravia Leisure and the Aquatic Leisure Centres. 

Squadron Energy Will Be Releasing Their Environmental Impact Statement Submission Responses This Week and DRC Will Be Mentioned in Them. 

The Last Ordinary Council Meeting for the Year Will Be Held on Thursday 14 December. 

Be Aware of Christmas Closures of Various Council Facilities. 

One Step Closer to a Southern Distributor as Council Has Completed the Purchase of the Required Corridor. 

A Century of Mayoral Memos. 

Aus/NZ Delegation Led by the Mayor Attended a Seminar in Japan Arranged by CLAIR (Council of Local Authorities for International Relations). 

Comparison of Similarities and Differences Between Local Government in Japan and Australia. 

Overview of Some of the Locations Visited on the CLAIR Seminar. 

Limerick of the Week. 

How Many Conferees Were at the Latest Citizenship Ceremony in Dubbo? 

Have You Seen the New Designs on the Crash of Rhinos? 

What Numbers Were Revealed at the Royal Flying Doctor Service Year in Review Event? 

Is It True That the Mayor Is Trying to Improve His parkrun Times with 510m of New Concrete Pathway? 

Are the 3D Printed Toilets in Danger of Being Deemed Structurally Unsound? 

When Do Nominations Close for the 2024 Australia Day Awards? 

Why Did the Mayor Meet with the Hon. Penny Sharpe, MLC, Minister for Climate Change, Minister for Energy, Minister for the Environment, and Minister for Heritage? 

What Amount of Money for Roads Was Discussed with the Hon. Jenny Aitchison, MP, Minister for Regional Transport and Roads? 

What Was Discussed in the Meeting with the Hon. Ron Hoenig, MP, Minister for Local Government? 

Which Organisations Presented to the Latest Meeting of Regional Cities NSW? 

Limerick of the Week.

Recipients of the Dubbo Day Awards. 

Nominations Now Open for Australia Day Awards. 

Latest Meeting of the Country Mayors Association. 

Latest ‘Meet Your Community Leaders’ Forum Held in Wellington. 

A Change to the Rhino Sculpture in Wellington. 

Hijack Plane Alert at Dubbo Regional Airport. 

Council Meeting in Wellington Discusses Rate Rises. 

More Discussion on E-Scooters. 

Stage 2 of Wheelers Lane Rehabilitation Set to Start. 

Latest Citizenship Ceremony Being Held This Week. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Shop Local This Christmas Campaign Launched. 

Check When You Flush That You Are Only Flushing the Three Ps. 

White Ribbon Day in Dubbo. 

Councillors Attend the Annual Local Government NSW Conference. 

Held a Regular Meeting with the Police This Week. 

CEO 12-Month Performance Review and Targets for the Next 12 Months. 

Poetry at Bracken House This Week. 

Wellington Hosts the Next ‘Meet Your Community Leaders’ Meeting on Saturday 25 November. 

Dubbo Day Being Held This Week on 23 November. 

Limerick of the Week. 

The DA Has Been Approved for Dubbo to Have a 4th McDonald’s Restaurant. 

Councillors Currently Attending the LGNSW Conference. 

New Resident Evening Being Held on Wednesday 15 November. 

Naming the New Dubbo Bridge. 

Latest Building Summary. 

Returning Exchange Students Report to Council. 

SPARC Grant Assessment Report. 

Public Memorials and Donation of Furniture and Trees Policy. 

Regular Meeting with Acting District Commander Tim Chinn Being Held This Week. 

Report on the Independent Financial Sustainability Review (or Do We Need to Put up Rates). 

Remembrance Day Poem. 

Water Portal App Is Now Available to Monitor Your Water Usage. 

Update on the REACT Project. 

Renewable Energy Battery Projects Coming to Wellington. 

Wellington Waste Facility Update Following the Fire. 

Keswick Estate Developments. 

Expression of Interest Updates for 154 Talbragar Street. 

Latest Updates on the Swimming Pools across the LGA with Belgravia Leisure. 

The NSW Electoral Commission Is Discussing the Period of Pre-Polling before the September 2024 Local Government Elections. 

Applications Closing Soon for Returning Officer Positions for 2024 Local Government Elections. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Community Services Fund Allocations. 

Tree Planting Opportunities. 

Concepts for Dubbo Indoor Aquatic Centre. 

Renewable Energy Awareness and Career Training (REACT) Centre. 

Letters to the Police Minister. 

Tree Preservation Order and the Next Potential Steps. 

Approach Road to New Dubbo Bridge Intersection. 

Review of Council Community Consultative Committees. 

Expressions of Interest for Australia Day 2024 Event Committees. 

Fluoride Update for Wellington and Dubbo. 

Bodangora Runway Reseal. 

Lions Park West 3D Printed Amenity Block Update. 

Limerick of the Week. 

‘Be Kind to the Environment’ World Ocean Day 30x30 Goals Workshop Held in Dubbo. 

Met with Angel Flight out at the Airport to Help Them Promote Their Raffle. 

Attended My Regular Meeting with Dubbo Business Chamber. 

NSW Government Regional Teacher Incentives. 

Held a Discussion with the Western Sydney Wanderers CEO. 

Ironbark Arts Residency. 

Launch of the New Dubbo Visitor Guide. 

Discussed Tourism with the Sunday Telegraph. 

Workshop on Financial Sustainability Review and the Possibility of a Special Rate Variation. 

$128 Million for Central West Orana REZ. 

Dubbo Business Chamber 27th Rhino Awards. 

Holland Open Garden and Memory Makers Art Prize. 

Michael Durrant Fossil Exhibition Could Be Heading to the Wellington Caves. 

Progress Report on the Management of Our Pools by Belgravia Leisure. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Council Hosted a Panel to Discuss the Referendum. 

Met with the CEO of Squadron Energy in Dubbo. 

Dubbo Hosted the VCNSW 60s State Championships. 

Upcoming Service Review of Community Committees. 

Legacy Shared Pathway Project on Track for March 2024. 

DRTCC’s 2023 Season Finishes with a Laugh. 

Standing Committees Held on Thursday Night. 

Standing Committees Elected 3 People to Chair These Three Committees. 

Draft Net Zero Framework Back from Public Exhibition. 

Building Summary for the Year so Far with September a Little Quieter. 

Recommendations for Funding from the 2023/2024 Community Services Fund Round 1. 

Recommendations for Funding from the Event Assistance Program. 

Dubbo Business Chamber Holds Its Annual Rhino Awards on Friday Night. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Roundtable Discussion with Australian Energy Infrastructure Commissioner. 

Meeting with Steph Cooke, MP, Shadow Minister for Water. 

Interrelate Dubbo Open Day. 

Discussions Continue on the Possibility of Community Batteries in Dubbo. 

Meeting with CEO of NSW Ports. 

Regand Park Walk-through with Residents. 

Sheraton Road Upgrades Completed. 

The Voice Community Panel Event on Tuesday 10 October. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Mayoral Election for the Remainder of the Council Term. 

Determination of the Number of Councillors for the 2028-2032 Period. 

Rescission of Land Swap Deal with the Dubbo RSL Memorial Club. 

Adoption of the North-West Urban Release Area Development Control Plan. 

Draft Blueridge Precinct Development Control Plan Adopted for Public Exhibition. 

Farewell to Dubbo Students Who Travelled to Minokamo. 

LED Lighting Upgrade at DRTCC Worth over a Million Dollars. 

New Bus Routes to Begin in Dubbo. 

Orana Regional Volunteer of the Year Award Ceremony. 

Update on the Dubbo Workplace Hub. 

Annual Medical Students vs Hospital Charity Cricket Match. 

Limerick of the Week. 

$6.5 Million Research Project at the University of Sydney School of Rural Health. 

RDA South Australia’s Rural Summit Hears about Dubbo. 

Dubbo Support Centre Opens with Support by the Indian Support Centre in Sydney. 

Another Successful Cross-Cultural Carnivale Facilitated by ORISCON. 

Dubbo Exchange Students on Their Way to Minokamo in Japan. 

Rex Reduces Services to Eight Locations in NSW. 

Elections Being Held This Week for Mayor and Deputy Mayor. 

Summary of the First 21 Months of This Council. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Mayoral Developers Forum. 

Duke of Wellington Bridge Update. 

South Dubbo Bridge Strategic Concepts. 

Audit of Signs across the Urban Areas of the LGA. 

Drought Security Projects. 

Official Opening of the 3D Printed Amenities Block. 

Call for EOIs for the Voice Referendum Panel. 

Community Information Sessions with Consideration of a New Tree Preservation Order. 

Call out for Local Shop and Shopkeeper Photos. 

Art in Schools Collaboration. 

Maintaining the Status Quo. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Mayoral Visit to Orana Heights Public School to Discuss Local Government and School Uniforms. 

National Local Roads, Transport and Infrastructure Congress Held in Canberra. 

Discussion With Ministers at Congress. 

Latest Board Meeting of the Alliance of Western Councils. 

Met With the Hon. Jenny Aitchison MP, Minister for Regional Transport and Roads. 

Road Surface Treatment Works on Sheraton Road and Consultation on Blueridge Link Road. 

Next Mayoral Developers Forum Being Held This Week. 

Latest Kerbside Bulky Waste Collection to Commence Soon. 

Nominations Being Accepted for Dubbo Day Awards. 

Launch of the 2023 Dubbo Writers’ Festival. 

DREAM Festival and DREAM Lantern Parade Held on Saturday Night. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Councillor Workshop to Look at the Financial Sustainability of Council. 

Benolong Bridge Temporary Load Limit Now Lifted. 

EOIs Invited From Businesses to Partner With Council for Christmas Activities. 

Traditional Staff Excellence Awards Along With Training and Long Service Awards. 

Belgravia Leisure Opened the Three Swimming Pools on Saturday. 

Update on the Your Say Platform. 

Next Citizenship Ceremony This Tuesday and the Public Is Invited. 

Dubbo Day Award Nominations Now Open. 

September Is the Month to DREAM. 

Change in Scope for the Dubbo Workplace Hub. 

Marcia Hines in Dubbo. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Discussions With the Commonwealth Bank About the Wellington Branch of the CBA. 

Sod Turning of the Legacy Shared Pathway Project Along Bligh Street. 

Regular Meeting With Superintendent Tim Chinn, Commander of the Orana Mid-Western Police District. 

Options to Repair the Crossing at Comobella Crossing on Saxa Road. 

Australia Day Planning for the Dates of the 2024 Ceremonies. 

Suggested Changes to the Code of Conduct Complaint System. 

The Voice to Parliament and Local Education and Information. 

Potential Compulsory Acquisition of Land by Council for Two Separate Locations. 

Proposed EOI for the Sale or Lease of Council Owned Land. 

Notice of Motion of Rescission in Relation to the AOD Rehab Facility. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Orana Mid-Western Police District Awards Presentation Ceremony. 

CSU Portfolio Plan and Campus Master Plan. 

International Nursing Launch at the Dubbo Campus of CSU. 

Bowls NSW Met With Dubbo Clubs to Start Planning the State Championships for 2024. 

Latest Update on the Status of the Duke of Wellington Bridge. 

Councillors Attend a Refresher Training Course on Code of Conduct. 

Details of All Current and Planned Renewable Projects in the Region. 

Monthly Catchup With the Dubbo Business Chamber. 

Burrabadine Brigade’s 75th Anniversary and Medals Presentation. 

Call for Residents to Express Their Opinions on a New Tree Preservation Order. 

Applications Soon Closing for the Community Services Fund. 

Councillors Sleeping Overnight at the Old Dubbo Gaol as Part of the Vinnies Community Sleepout. 

To Donate: https://my.fundraise.vinniesnsw.org.au/vinnies-Community-Sleepouts/drc-Councillors 

Last Chance for Entries in the Dubbo Stampede as It Will Be Run on Sunday 27 August. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Expansion Announced for the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone. 

The 22nd NSW Biennial Weeds Conference Held in Dubbo. 

An Update on the Comobella Crossing Across Mitchell Creek. 

Latest Meeting of the Aquatics Working Party With Belgravia Leisure in Attendance. 

Council Plans the Day of the Ceremony for Australia Day in 2024. 

Job Description for Councillors and Mayors. 

Attended the Regional Capitals Australia Board Meeting in Canberra. 

Met With Senator the Hon Jenny McAllister, Assistant Minister for Climate Change and Energy. 

Met With Hon Catherine King MP, Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government. 

Met With Staff of the Hon Kristy McBain MP, Minister for Regional Development, Local Government and Territories in Addition to Staff From the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. 

Random Meetings in Parliament House: Alan Joyce; Vanessa Hudson; Hon David Littleproud MP and Hon Mark Coulton MP. 

Limerick of the Week. 

International Aerial Firefighting Conference Held in Dubbo. 

Meeting Held With Schools in Sheraton Road to Discuss Progress. 

Farewell to the Japanese Students Returning to Minokamo. 

Parliament House Meeting: Hon. Paul Scully MP, Minister for Planning and Public Spaces. 

Parliament House Meeting: Hon. Daniel Mookhey, MLC, Treasurer. 

Parliament House Meeting: Hon. Rose Jackson, MLC, Minister for Water, Minister for Housing, Minister for Homelessness, Minister for Mental Health, Minister for Youth, and Minister for the North Coast. 

Parliament House Meeting: Janelle Saffin, MP, Member for Lismore. 

Parliament House Meeting: Wendy Tuckerman, MP, Shadow Minister for Local Government and Shadow Minister for Small Business. 

RCNSW Board Meeting: Hon. John Graham, MLC, Special Minister of State, Minister for Roads, Minister for the Arts, Minister for Music and the Night-Time Economy, and Minister for Jobs and Tourism. 

RCNSW Board Meeting: Hon. Tara Moriarty, MLC, Minister for Agriculture, Minister for Regional New South Wales, and Minister for Western New South Wales. 

RCNSW Board Meeting: Business Case Update for the Regional Transport Pinch Point Program. 

Country Mayors Meeting: Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC, Minister for Climate Change, Minister for Energy, Minister for the Environment, and Minister for Heritage. 

Country Mayors Meeting: Hon. Tara Moriarty MLC, Minister for Agriculture, Minister for Regional New South Wales, and Minister for Western New South Wales. 

Country Mayors Meeting: Dugald Saunders MP, Leader of the Nationals, Shadow Minister for Regional NSW, and Shadow Minister for Agriculture and Natural Resources. 

Country Mayors Meeting: Wendy Tuckerman MP, Shadow Minister for Local Government and Shadow Minister for Small Business. 

Community Services Fund Is Now Open for Applications. 

Some Residents Would Like to Permanently Remove Fluoride From Our Water. 

Listener Question: Highway Entrances. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Local Police Renew Their Commitment to Project Walwaay. 

Citizenship Ceremony Held in Wellington. 

SEGRA Conference Held in Toowoomba. 

Wellington Correctional Centre Visit for NAIDOC 2023. 

Official Opening of the Mumbil Public School Yarning Circle. 

Wheelers Lane Stage 1 Opened for Traffic. 

Circus Promotion Signage and Compliance Requirements. 

Council Meeting: Tree Preservation Order Community Consultation. 

Council Meeting: Community Services Funding Changes. 

Council Meeting: Funding Changes for Three Major Destination Dubbo Projects. 

Council Meeting: Matters for Consideration Around Provision of Land to NSW Health for AOD Rehab. 

Council Meeting: Forward Budget for Lions Park West Amenities Block Discussed. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Benolong Bridge Structural Integrity Being Further Investigated. 

Community Safety Workshop Held With Councillors and the Police During the Week. 

Councillors Held a Workshop This Week in Relation to The Voice. 

Drivers Reminded of Parking Restrictions With Bus Zones in the CBD. 

Brief Update on the Progress of the Works on Wheelers Lane. 

Proposal for Community Information Sessions Around Wellington Related to the REZ. 

Potential for a Boundary Adjustment at North Yeoval With Cabonne Shire. 

Death of a Salesman Coming to the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre. 

A Citizenship Ceremony Will Be Held in Wellington This Week. 

Parkinson’s Law of Triviality Pops Up in Discussions This Week. 

Council Is Meeting This Week in the New Council Chamber. 

Limerick of the Week. 

We Welcome 38 New Aussie Citizens in Dubbo This Week. 

Dubbo Is Progressing Down the Net Zero Framework Path. 

Councillors Attended a Briefing in Relation to the Alcohol and Drug Facility. 

Councillors Will Be Attending the LGNSW Annual Conference. 

View the Master Plan for the New Proposed Delroy Parklands Recreational Precinct. 

Listen to the Latest Update in Relation to Fluoride in the Drinking Water. 

Japanese Sister-City Visit Heavily Over-Subscribed by Keen Students. 

Limerick of the Week.

What Are the Big Issues That Tweed Heads Is Focused on Right Now? 

How Is Lismore Recovering From the Devastation of the 2022 Floods? 

What Activities Did We See in NAIDOC (National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee) Week? 

What Did the Dubbo Business Chamber Launch This Week? 

Why Did Annecto Open an Office in Dubbo This Week? 

When Can You See the 3D-Printed Amenities Block Being Constructed? 

Why Does the Benolong Bridge Have New Load Limits? 

What Construction Might Soon Start Opposite Dubbo Square in Macquarie Street? 

Are You Going to Watch the Standing Committee Meetings Being Held This Week? 

Can You Guess How Many Residents Will Become Australian Citizens This Week? 

Limerick of the Week.

Councillors Make a Decision on the Management of the Three Swimming Pools in the Dubbo LGA. 

Update on the Progress of the New Dubbo Bridge. 

Latest News on the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Project. 

State Pennant Bowls Finals Being Held in Dubbo. 

Dubbo College South Campus Delivers a Problem Solving Presentation. 

Dubbo Greyhound Racing Club Host the Mayor’s Cup. 

Archival Photos Selected for Display in the New Council Chambers. 

Join Councillors in Donating Blood. 

Latest Mayoral Memo Article Focuses on Section 226 of the Local Government Act. 

Join in With Dubbo parkrun on 8 July for Their 8th Anniversary Celebration. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Budget Change: A Temporary Footpath Will Be Installed on Sheraton Road. 

Budget Change: Money Allocated to Highway Entrance Mowing and Street Tree Planting. 

Budget Change: An 8.5 per Cent Increase in Fees at Rainbow Cottage Childcare Centre. 

Budget Recommendation: Undertake a Community Engagement Program for the Potential of a Special Rate Variation in Future Years. 

Partner Agreement Signed With the Wellington Aboriginal Action Panel. 

Sales Are Still Slow in Keswick Estate. 

Councillors Inspect the Work Being Done in Front of the Old Dubbo Gaol. 

A Report Requested on Past and Future Resilience Actions in Relation to Drought Conditions. 

An Audit Will Be Undertaken on the Quality and Accuracy of Signs in the Council Owned Signs in the Urban Areas. 

The Latest Council Meeting Featured Further Questions and Discussions on the NSW Health Alcohol and Other Drugs Rehabilitation Centre. 

Results of the Request for Proposal for the Aquatic Leisure Centres. 

Congratulations to Mark Coulton for Representing the Parkes Electorate for 15 Years. 

Limerick of the Week. 

NSW Junior Rugby Championships Held in Dubbo. 

125th Anniversary of the Philippine Independence Day Celebrated in Dubbo. 

Visit to Canberra This Week for Several Meetings. 

June Council Meeting Being Held This Week. 

Will the State Government Change the Proposed Location of the Drug and Alcohol Rehab Facility in Dubbo? 

Limerick of the Week. 

Information From the Local Roads Congress Held at Parliament House in Sydney. 

Welcomed People to Dubbo Who Attended the Resources, Energy and Industry Innovation Forum.

Workshop Held to Discuss Budget Submissions and New Award Wages for LG Employees. 

Met With Representatives From the Immigration Advice and Rights Centre. 

Met With Schools Based on Sheraton Road to Discuss the Current State of the Road and the Path Forward. 

Mike Sweeney From Mudgee Regional Rail Group Presented to Council on Additional Rail Options. 

Request for an Interest Free Loan From DC FM of $100,000 Over 5 Years to Purchase Additional Broadcast Equipment. 

Men’s Shed Wishes to Expand Their Buildings and Services. 

Land in Keswick Estate Still Available. 

Happy 100th Birthday Irene Smith. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Traditional ‘Past, Present and Future’ Leadership Forum Held During the Week. 

Discussion Points From the Climate Change and Resilience Committee Meeting. 

Official Opening of the Archibald Finalists Exhibition at the WPCC. 

Workshop Held to Discuss the 840MW Sandy Creek Solar Farm. 

Local Government Procurement Networking Meeting Held at the Zoo. 

Travelled to Parliament House to Meet With New Ministers. 

Latest CEO Performance Review Undertaken. 

Do We Need More Squash Courts in Dubbo? 

Lady Cutler South Oval Path Realignment Along Tracker Riley Is Underway. 

Limerick of the Week. 

EnergyCo Board Met in Dubbo and Heard the Pitch for a REAC at Bodangora. 

Met With Infrastructure NSW to Assist in the NSW Government Strategic Infrastructure Review Led by Ken Kanofski. 

Attended the Regular Meeting of Country Mayors During the Week to Hear From Various Members of Government and Discuss a Variety of Issues. 

Attended a Meeting of the Coalition of Regional Energy Mayors (CoREM) to Discuss Opportunities and Impacts of the Renewable Energy Zones. 

The Council Meeting on Thursday Night Started Off With a Passionate and, at Times Boisterous, Public Forum Session. 

Council Resolved to Support the Three Bowls Clubs in Dubbo to Bring the Bowls NSW State Championships to Dubbo. 

Council Resolved to Send Letters Off to the Government Opposing the Location of the Drug Rehab Facility. 

Council Resolved to Request Government Agencies to Develop a Community Safety Strategy and Associated Action Plan. 

Council Resolved to Adopt the Local Government Remuneration Tribunal Determinations for Councillor and Mayoral Fees. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Road Works to Start on Wheelers Lane. 

Additional Costs Associated With the Emergency Services Levy. 

Highlights From the Latest Meeting of the Alliance of Western Councils. 

North West Urban Release Area Continues to Take Shape. 

Heritage Plaza Works Continue Slowly. 

The Governor of NSW Attends the 150th Dubbo Show. 

‘Three Days in May’ Book Launched to Commemorate the 150th Dubbo Show. 

Crime Prevention Strategy Meeting. 

Submissions for the Swimming Pool Management and the Draft Budget Close Soon. 

Ten Years for the CATO Vision to Be Realised. 

Limerick of the Week.

Regional Cities NSW Road Trip Planned to Lismore and Tweed Heads. 

John Gilbert Water Treatment Plan Optimisation Study Underway. 

Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets Planning Workshop Undertaken. 

Transport for NSW 16 Regional Cities Bus Services Improvement Program. 

Tender Submitted for NSW Touch Junior State Cup for the Next Three Years. 

Bowls NSW Looking to Bring State Championships to Dubbo for 2024; 2026 and 2028. 

Ozfish River Repair Bus Looking for $45,000 Funding From Council. 

Western Regional Planning Panel Approves $35.7 Million Public Admin Building in Carrington Avenue to House 700 Public Servants Consolidating 24 Existing Government Offices. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Westhaven Facilitates the Opening of New Architecturally Designed NDIS Specialist Disability Accommodation Villas. 

Councillors Attend a Workshop to Discuss South Dubbo Bridge Options. 

Councillors Attend a Workshop to Discuss the Blueridge Link Road and Sheraton Road. 

Councillors Visit the Whylandra Waste and Recycling Depot. 

What Was Learned by Joining in the Assertive Outreach Walk Around Dubbo? 

The DRTCC Hosted the Very First Public Performance of the All-Inclusive Sing Out (Dementia) Choir. 

Official Opening and Prize Announcements for the Young Archies. 

Launch of the DREAM Festival for 2023. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Council Has Made a Final Decision on Supporting the Macquarie Conservatorium of Music. 

Council Will Aim to Find Contractors to Manage the Aquatic Leisure Centres. 

The Draft Budget for 2023/2024 Is Now on Display. 

A Draft Policy Has Been Approved for Display for Memorial Plaques and Donation of Park Furniture and Trees. 

Transport for NSW Has Been Asked to Arrange the Repatriation of the Axe Grinding Groove Rock From Wiradjuri Park to Terramungamine Reserve. 

Organisations Receive Funds From the Financial Assistance Program and Community Services Fund. 

Tree Removal and Replanting Along Keswick Acoustic Fencing. 

Applications Invited for Minokamo Sister City Exchange Program. 

Throughput Numbers for Dubbo Regional Airport. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Planning Agreement Progressing for the Proposed 700MW Spicers Creek Wind Farm by Squadron Energy. 

NSW Farmers Invited Dubbo Regional Council to a Local Branch Meeting in Dunedoo to Discuss Renewable Energy Projects. 

The Latest Land Valuations Have Been Released From the Valuer General Which Will Impact the Amount of Rates You Pay. 

Final Workshop Held to Discuss the 2023/2024 Council Budget. 

Met With New Ministers, the Hon. Ron Hoenig MP and the Hon. Jenny Aitchison MP. 

Latest Meeting of Regional Cities NSW Was Held This Week. 

Rangers Are Enforcing Dogs on Leads Along the River and in the Villages. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Potential request for proposal for the contract management of the Aquatic Leisure Centres. 

Year to Date Building Summary. 

Half a million dollars potentially on offer to the Macquarie Conservatorium in an interest free loan. 

Latest Code of Conduct report. 

Tender for fluoride dosing awarded to TWS Evolution. 

Update on riverbank erosion near the Tracker Riley Cycleway. 

Councillors visit Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets and Dubbo Sewage Treatment Plant. 

A section of Old Mendooran Road closed permanently. 

LED lights switched on at the Showground. 

Limerick of the Week. 

We have lots of new Aussies in Dubbo after the latest Citizenship Ceremony. 

The Yeoval Progress Association had Dubbo Regional Councillors at their latest meeting. 

The Western Plains Science and Engineering Challenge was held at the Showground. 

The Gift of Life Baton, the symbol of the World Transplant Games, passed through Dubbo. 

An update on the appointment of a new Commander for the Orana Mid-Western Police District. 

An update on embellishing headstones with various personal items. 

A DA has been lodged for a $150 million medical precinct. 

The Man from Ironbark Festival is on Easter Saturday each year. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Should we have a Dubbo version of Monopoly? 

Students in Year 5 visit the Chamber. 

Lots of meetings involving the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone. 

What should the Library of tomorrow look like? 

What happened at the Variety Activate Inclusion Sports Day Event? 

What can Council do about the increasing number of homeless people in Dubbo? 

Another workshop was held to discuss the budget for next financial year. 

Did the Councillor team win any prizes at the Dubbo Chamber of Commerce Golf Day? 

Limerick of the Week. 

An annual report will now be delivered to the community on the drinking water in the Dubbo LGA. 

A report has been completed that analyses short-term worker accommodation requirements. 

The Macquarie Conservatorium of Music needs a new home. 

Councillors considered changing the airport charging system to include a Maximum Take-off Weight (MTOW) charge. 

The Bodangora Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund has just delivered $61,206.28 to ten community groups. 

The NSW Aboriginal Lands Council met with the Mayor in relation to the Voice to Parliament. 

A function was held to welcome to University of Sydney School of Rural Health students to Dubbo. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Who is the new VRA Commissioner and why was he in Dubbo? 

Why did the Councillors tour Jinchilla Gardens and how many of the Councillors can now play the didgeridoo? 

Why did ‘Boys to the Bush’ visit Council? 

Waste2Art is now officially opened. 

The Mayor is putting on leathers and riding a motorbike to support what cause? 

The Macquarie River Master Plan will be considered at the Council meeting this week. 

Potential new airport charges will be debated at Council this week. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Does the latest building summary show an improvement in the number of applications being approved by Council? 

With the Rural Fire Service called in to action this week, how does Council fit in to the big picture? 

How much did Pioneer Park receiving in flood repair funding? 

Planning continues for the latest housing precinct in Dubbo. 

Real Estate Agents will soon be selling blocks of land in Keswick Estate. 

Councils working together in the CWO Renewable Energy Zone. 

Mike Tomalaris drops in to Dubbo as part of the Mental Wheels tour. 

Is the Paul Ramsay Foundation about to have a presence in Dubbo? 

Limerick of the Week. 

News from the latest Developers’ Forum. 

Councillors attend their first workshop to discuss the budget for 2023/2024 financial year. 

Kumon State Combined Athletics Carnival brings thousands to Dubbo. 

Wellington Vintage Fair a great success. 

Macquarie Anglican Grammar School discusses a new podcast. 

Holi Mela Festival of Colours held on Saturday in Dubbo. 

Grand re-opening of Breakthru office. 

Fixing Country Roads announcement for Saxa Road. 

Met with Year 4 student at Council. 

World Day of Prayer at St. Brigid’s. 

Sir Roden Cutler Viewing Platform To Be Demolished. 

Limerick of the Week. 

When will construction start on the Wiradjuri Cultural Tourism Centre? 

Where is Council going to spend the additional $5 million that it received for roads? 

What is going to happen with the severe erosion that occurred at Pioneer Park and at the Duke of Wellington Bridge in Wellington? 

New technology being trialled by Council parking officers. 

ARTEXPRESS features 38 bodies of work by 2022 HSC students from across NSW. 

Who will decide on the tender for the new fluoride dosing system at the Water Treatment Plant? 

A decision has been made on the electricity supply for Council’s large electricity sites. 

A very successful weekend with NSW Touch Junior State Cup being held in Dubbo. 

Limerick of the Week. 

New residents welcomed to Dubbo. 

Meeting held on-site to discuss 12 Mile Road and Goolma Road. 

City of Dubbo Eisteddfod AGM. 

Wellington Australia Day committee debrief meeting. 

$9.23 million from the State Government to develop 6,000 residential blocks of land. 

Final submissions received for the Macquarie River Masterplan. 

NSW Touch Junior State Cup being held in Dubbo this week. 

ArtExpress opens this week. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Under Section 226 (d) of the Local Government Act, a Mayor has rarely used powers. Why were these powers exercised recently? 

Would you like to donate a commemorative Park Bench? Council needs a policy for that! 

Backyard sheds are becoming larger all the time. A Development Control Plan is required. 

Minimum lot sizes are going down in various developments in Dubbo. How small is too small? 

Despite the fact that it is almost seven years after the amalgamation, Wellington residents and Dubbo residents are still paying different amounts for water and sewer. Is it time to fix this? 

An update on the progress of the Fluoride Dosing System for the Dubbo Water Treatment Plant. 

What is the plan for the Keswick Estate fence line along the Mitchell Highway? 

Road closure updates for the NSW Touch Football Junior State Cup coming up on 24 – 26 February. 

Dubbo was recently involved in meetings in Canberra. Was anything achieved? 

Limerick of the Week. 

What futuristic flight testing is taking place at Bodangora Airstrip? 

Why did residents from the Comobella area meet with Council representatives at Comobella Hall this week? 

Is the location for Council meetings about to throw away almost 50 years of history for the sake of efficiency? 

What was achieved at the latest Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone Community Reference Group meeting? 

Is the Dubbo Sports Hub finally going to go ahead after first being announced in 2018? 

What was our share of the $280 million allocated to Regional Roads? 

What was the Limerick of the Week about this week? 

Sandy Beach sand movements being discussed with NSW Fisheries. 

Boothenba Road upgraded at the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets intersection. 

Rural Fire Service Training Centre and upcoming Aerial Firefighting conference. 

Pumped Hydro scheme proposed near Burrendong Dam. 

Council taking part in a trial with NSW Government’s OneRoad system which will feed information directly through to Live Traffic NSW. 

Limerick of the Week. 

NSW Country Athletic Championships currently being held at Barden Park. 

Council developing a business case for the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone Green Energy Hub. 

New Horseland store opened in Dubbo. 

New Zoo Hospital facility at the Zoo. 

Roads, roads, roads. 

Smokescreen Film Series returns to the Western Plains Cultural Centre. 

Details about Australia Day ceremonies in Wellington and Dubbo. 

Update on Fluoride in the drinking water in Wellington and Dubbo. 

Cricket NSW State Challenge for U14 Boys and U15 Girls being held in Dubbo. 

Latest news on the Old Dubbo Gaol entrance upgrade. 

Expressions of Interest invited for the Villages Committee. 

Reflection on Council in 2022. 

Limerick of the Week. 

All Councillors were offered the opportunity to answer the same ten questions and each week two Councillors are featured (in reverse alphabetical order). 

The normal podcast will resume when Mark Barnes returns from holidays. 

All Councillors were offered the opportunity to answer the same ten questions and each week two Councillors are featured (in reverse alphabetical order). 

The normal podcast will resume when Mark Barnes returns from holidays. 

All Councillors were offered the opportunity to answer the same ten questions and each week two Councillors are featured (in reverse alphabetical order). 

The normal podcast will resume when Mark Barnes returns from holidays. 

All Councillors were offered the opportunity to answer the same ten questions and each week two Councillors are featured (in reverse alphabetical order). 

The normal podcast will resume when Mark Barnes returns from holidays. 

The launch of the New Resident Guide for the Dubbo region. 

More information on the outcome of the EOI for The Greens (74 Wingewarra Street). 

Dubbo Masonic Village resident Daphne McLeod turned 100. 

Councillors played Disc Golf as part of their Christmas function. 

Ceremonies for the annual school awards. 

Draft Wellington Street Tree Master Plan. 

EV charger installations in Wellington. 

Weekly Mayoral column: Needs vs Wants. 

Breaking News: Australian Government announces changes to the Australian Citizenship Ceremonies Code. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Has the draft Macquarie River Master Plan silenced the conspiracy theorists? 

Who will be using the former Dubbo City Bowling Club for the next two years? 

Will the new Zero Emissions Fleet Strategy lead the nation in progress to Electric Vehicles? 

Where was the money sourced from to upgrade the Terrabella Bridge? 

Do we need more multicultural services in Dubbo? 

How significant is a CSU Graduation Ceremony for Dubbo? 

Why do we have an Alliance of Western Councils? 

What do we learn about the Clontarf program from the Delroy Clontarf Academy End of Year Awards? 

What happens at the Seniors Christmas Morning Tea events? 

What was the outcome from the annual CEO Performance Review? 

Limerick of the Week. 

Climate Change and Resilience committee meeting. 

DRTCC 2023 Season Launch. 

VRA Commissioner Mark Gibson retires after 50 years of service. 

$123,103.69 given to community organisations. 

Dubbo Day Awards debrief meeting. 

Careers day held for students in Year 7 and 8. 

High Tea held to celebrate the centenary of both the NSW CWA and the Dubbo Branch of the CWA. 

Meeting held for the Central West Orana Renewable Energy Zone Community Reference Group. 

Christmas lights have now been turned on. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Community Leaders’ Breakfast held again with Hon Mark Coulton MP, Hon. Dugald Saunders MP and Councillors. 

Council acquiring land for a Blueridge Link Road to take the pressure off Sheraton Road. 

$1 million allocated to the Regional Roads maintenance budget. 

$60,000 allocated to organisations as part of the Community Services Fund Round One. 

Dubbo Filmmakers member with his latest film on the big screen. 

Expressions of Interest invited for the former Dubbo City Bowling Club building and grounds. 

Green Day held at St Laurence’s Primary School. 

University of Sydney School of Rural Health launch new teaching building. 

Dubbo Regional Sports Awards. 

Date of Birth requirement when you call Council’s Customer Service. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Dubbo winners at the NSW Tourism Awards and did the Mayor need to be there? 

Should Council be involved in providing public housing or affordable housing? 

Twentieth anniversary celebrations of the Shoyoen Japanese Gardens. 

The next Community Leaders’ Breakfast is on Saturday 26 November. Should you attend? 

How does the relationship work among Councillors, Council staff and the CEO? 

Should Council refine its focus on profitability outcomes with business units of Council? 

Congratulations to Isaah Yeo and Matt Burton – Rugby League World Cup champions. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Will you soon see e-Scooters on the streets of Dubbo? 

Can Councils share services to make individual Councils more efficient? 

More information on the North-West Urban Release Area Precinct Plan. 

A brief explanation of the Council Standing Committees. 

Could residents volunteer to do repairs on our roads? 

Has Council gone green with its purchasing of electricity? 

The numbers from the latest Citizenship Ceremony. 

You can be a part of the Shoyoen Gardens 20th anniversary celebrations. 

Limerick of the Week. 

Will Dubbo have an NRL match next year? If not, why not? 

Will Dubbo soon be the home of a hydrogen production facility? 

Do you want to run your own café as part of the Dubbo Regional Livestock Markets? 

When will bulky rubbish collection occur in your area? 

When will Dubbo be celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Shoyoen Gardens? 

When is the next Dubbo Day Awards ceremony? 

What has recently happened at Victoria Park Number 1 Oval? 

Limerick of the week. 

Councillors attend the LGNSW Conference. 

Phone calls from the Premier and the Federal Minister for Local Government. 

Listener Question: Sheraton Road. 

Listener Question: Old Dubbo Gaol Plaza. 

Council meeting during the week and the concept of Councillors making decisions. 

Council meeting Outcome: Saxa Road. 

Council meeting Outcome: Renewable Energy Benefit Framework. 

Council meeting Outcome: Event Assistance Funds. 

Job relocation project with the Department of Regional NSW. 

Keswick Estate real estate auction. 

Weekly limerick. 

Impacts of Flooding and Rainfall. 

DREAM Festival. 

Keswick Estate auctions. 

LGNSW Conference. 

lightsourcebp Solar Farm. 

3D Printing Amenities Block. 

Dubbo Day Awards. 

John Mason book launch. 

Little Wings fundraising dinner. 

Dubbo Rugby League players debuting for Australia. 

Sporting carnivals. 

Weekly Limerick.