Dubbo Photo News

Six courses to build your creativity

Did you know that creative practices boost your sense of identity and self-esteem? They can also help you develop initiative, problem-solving skills and imagination. Here are a few ideas for courses you can take to enhance your creativity. 1...

Wire Services

02 Feb 2024

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8 good reasons to take a dance class

Dance is an activity that’s both athletic and artistic. Plus, it offers many benefits for your body and mind. From classical ballet, flamenco and contemporary jazz to swing, Argentine tango, hip-hop and Irish jig, there’s a dance style for...

Wire Services

31 Jan 2024

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Team sport or individual: which to choose for your child?

Are you considering enrolling your child in a sporting activity but are undecided about whether to choose a team-based sport or an individual one? Here are a few ideas to help you decide. Team sports Whether it’s hockey, netball, soccer, rowing or...

Wire Services

30 Jan 2024

News Extra

After AI’s breakthrough year, what will wow us in 2024?

By Lachlan Guselli, 360info Two letters dominated the tech world in 2023: AI. The breakthrough year for artificial intelligence has given the feeling to many that the future is closer than ever before. The evolution of OpenAI’s ChatGPT has upended...

Wire Services

13 Jan 2024

News Extra

Five eco-responsible initiatives for your small business

Everyone, including businesses, can do their best to combat global warming and preserve the world’s ecosystems. If your workplace is lagging when it comes to eco-responsible practices, making a few small swaps can change everything. Get together...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

13 Jan 2024

News Extra

“How can I reduce my GHG emissions?”

Do you want to try and reduce your greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions? Here are a few good habits to adopt. Transportation Use your car as a last resort. Use public transportation, like the bus or train or subway, for your daily commute. Even better...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

14 Jan 2024

News Extra

The psychology of bullying: causes and consequences

Bullying is a harmful behaviour that can have profound psychological effects on both the perpetrator and the victim. Understanding the underlying psychology of bullying is crucial in effectively addressing its harmful effects. Cause Bullying can...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

13 Jan 2024

News Extra

How to overcome the trauma of past bullying

Dealing with the aftermath of bullying can be challenging. However, with persistence and support, it’s possible to move forward. Here are some essential steps. 1. Acknowledge the trauma. Recognising how bullying has affected your life is essential...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

15 Jan 2024

News Extra

Cultural differences and bullying

Bullying is a problem that happens all over the world and isn’t limited to one culture. Because different cultures communicate differently, culture can affect how bullying is expressed. Here’s an overview of some ways bullying may differ...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

14 Jan 2024

News Extra

Empathy: How to combat bullying through kindness

Understanding and sharing the emotions of others is what empathy is all about. When it comes to bullying, you can gain valuable insight into someone else’s struggles and emotions by putting yourself in their shoes. Here’s how to fight bullying...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

13 Jan 2024

News Extra

Four tips for supporting marginalised groups

Supporting marginalised groups who face bullying and discrimination is a crucial piece of creating a more inclusive and equitable society. These groups include people with disabilities, people of colour, LGBTQ+ individuals and Indigenous people...

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk

12 Jan 2024

News

Wonder Dog!

Water Search Dogs narrow down the search area reducing time, resources, and importantly the trauma associated with finding missing people in floods. The capability will also be a valuable state and national asset for water searches associated with...

Dubbo Photo News

30 Jan 2024

Sport

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Sport

Dubbo’s Australia Day awards to recognise our sporting excellence

Dubbo’s Australia Day awards are anticipated keenly each year with the announcement of our outstanding Sportsperson, Junior Sportsperson, and Contribution to Sports Award winners. This year we are likely to again be amazed at the range of emerging...

Geoff Mann

23 Jan 2024

Sport

Cricketers converge

Sixteen teams of junior Country cricketers spent a week in Dubbo leading into Christmas. The young enthusiasts represented regions in Riverina, ACT, Illawarra, South Coast and Western, testing themselves against their peers. NSW representative...

Geoff Mann

06 Jan 2024

Sport

Paramount Tennis Club Open Day aims to serve up another smashing community event

Contributed by Paramount Tennis Club On Sunday, January 21, from 4 pm, the Paramount Tennis Club is hosting an Australian Open Tennis Day. This free community event will include a BBQ, tennis, refreshments and socialising/watching the Australian...

Contributed To Dubbo Photo News

06 Jan 2024

Sport

Ducks donate to Legacy

The Centenary of Legacy was celebrated last year and the Dubbo Ducks held several fundraising ventures. Just before Christmas 32 teams dived in for the revamped Clive Rootes Relay. Regular members were challenged by sporting groups, individuals and...

Geoff Mann

05 Jan 2024

Sport

Top-riders for beloved Cliff Hazell Wheelrace Carnival

Last Saturday night, the much-loved Cliff Hazell Wheelrace Carnival Dubbo Track Open Country Track Series — featuring riders from Under 13s and Under 15s to Opens — was held in warm, but manageable conditions at Dubbo Cycling Club. Our intrepid...

Geoff Mann

03 Jan 2024

Sport

CYMS Cougars are crushing Community Cup with big win

In last week’s Sports report, we highlighted the excellent efforts of Ella Penman and Max McAnneny, who shared a relay silver medal and three individual silvers at the National School Sports Australia meet in Perth. We learned during the week, of...

Geoff Mann

02 Jan 2024

Sport

Playing through the pain barrier, Tracey masters age injuries

By Geoff Mann Hockey master, Tracey Hardie-Jones, seems to only get better with the passing of time. This year, the dedicated “Hoctarian” has maintained her skills at the highest level, representing Dubbo, Western, NSW and Australia, in Masters...

Geoff Mann

02 Jan 2024

Local profiles

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What Kids Say: Grace Shanks

Age: 7 What was the most exciting thing you did during the school holidays? Go to the beach Did you go on any fun trips or vacations? Yes, we went to Manly and Bateau Bay Did you read any interesting books or see any cool movies? Harry Potter...

Dubbo Photo News

24 Jan 2024

Profiles

What Kids Say: Nelson O’Connor

Age: 5 What was the most exciting thing you did during the school holidays? Playing with Snaggy and Linky, my dogs. Did you go on any fun trips or vacations? Yes, we went to Mooloolaba. Did you read any interesting books or see any cool movies? Yes...

Dubbo Photo News

07 Jan 2024

Profiles

Page 3 Profile: Claudia, Sushi Zen

Where do you work? Sushi Zen Have you always lived in Dubbo? Since I was 12 years old. What are your favourite memories of growing up in Dubbo or your hometown? I would say growing up on our farm we had in Orange with my sisters and brother. What do...

Team At Dubbo Photo News

02 Feb 2024

Profiles

Page 3 Profile: Alexander Galway

Where do you work? Shaver Shop Dubbo Have you always lived in Dubbo? Yes What are your favourite memories of growing up in Dubbo or your hometown? Dancing! Dance is my life so all my memories are at the studio What do you like to do in your spare...

Dubbo Photo News

04 Jan 2024

Letters & opinion

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Letters & Opinion

Orange Base Hospital Intensive Care Unit: 5/5 stars (A TripAdvisor review)

To avoid all the stress of Christmas, I hatched the perfect plan and orchestrated a small medical emergency. I did this at the start of week ten, thereby cleverly skipping the last week of school and all associated tantrums from tired children. I...

Emily Thompson

31 Jan 2024

Letters & Opinion

You know nothing

Community service announcement: I’m an idiot with no general knowledge, or in fact any niche knowledge that is relevant in 2023. This has been pointed out to me recently by my children, who are experts in everything, particularly the 14-year-old...

Emily Thompson

24 Jan 2024

Letters & Opinion

Saving daylight

Like all people who have the privilege of working 9-5, I love daylight savings. Hubby who gets up for work at 4.45am isn’t as much of a fan, but even he loves the long afternoons and the warm sunny evenings of summer. Getting home in daylight and...

Emily Thompson

17 Jan 2024

Letters & Opinion

First week of the holidays: highlights

We aren’t going away these holidays, and both hubby and I are working, so I add some fun treats to the groceries. Unfortunately cereal, chips, cheese sticks and ice blocks somehow cost $51, so I turn my attention to finding more writing work. I...

Emily Thompson

16 Jan 2024

Wellington news

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Wellington News

2024 Wellington Boot

Through the lens of Colin Rouse

Colin Rouse

19 Apr 2024

Wellington News

Welcome to the Club! Smih joins Wello Lions

Volunteer groups in bush towns, have all struggled with membership since the pandemic, with good news on that front for one of Wellington’s most selfless clubs. Wellington Lions were pleased to recently welcome new member, Smih Biplob, who also...

Regional Newsdesk

08 Apr 2024

Wellington News

What Kids Say: Nevayah Judd

What is your name? Nevayah Judd. How old are you? Seven. What are you good at? Reading, singing and dancing. What’s your favourite food? Triple cheese toasties. Do you have a favourite word? Fancy. What makes you laugh? My sausage dog Cutie makes...

Team At Dubbo Photo News

08 Apr 2024

Wellington News

Wellington catch-up

Andy Taylor with his twin sister Prue Tilly catch up for dinner and drinks at the Wellington Soldiers Club

Colin Rouse

08 Apr 2024

Paparazzi

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Paparazzi

A moment of self-reflection

A moment of self reflection

Ken Smith

Paparazzi

Long-lick lizard

This little Aussie is quite a beauty!

Ken Smith

Paparazzi

Spread your wings

This battered old birdbath is a favourite with feathered friends of all kinds in one Dubbo neighbourhood. As the birdbath’s owner says, “It’s so easy!” If you’d like to attract some fauna to your yard, his recommendation is: “A quiet area, with...

Ken Smith

Paparazzi

Maximum clean

The lady in one Dubbo household sent in this photo showing what happens when her male partner does the laundry - lots of suds!

Dubbo Photo News Newsdesk