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New hybrid gym and group fitness concept set to open its doors

SUBSCRIBERNew hybrid gym and group fitness concept set to open its doors

Taylor Dodge
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COVID restrictions eased as NSW records zero cases for 10th straight day

UPDATEDCOVID restrictions eased as NSW records zero cases for 10th straight day

Agron Latifi

PUDDLES: The Bureau of Meteorology is forecasting showers and storms for Dubbo but they may not deliver enough rain to create puddles. Photo: AMY MCINTYRE.

SUBSCRIBERShowers, storms may nudge stubborn rainfall tally in Dubbo

Kim Bartley

TOP OF THE POPS: Oliver John Tooth was born in Dubbo in 2020, his given name proved to be the most popular across NSW in 2020.

What's in a name? 2020s most popular baby names revealed

Matt Findlay

BOAT EXPOSION: NSW Ambulance crews and the Westpac Rescue Helicopter were called to the scene near Mookerawa Waters Holiday Park on Tuesday.

UPDATEDAirlifted man in stable condition after boat explosion on Australia Day

STALWART: Gwen Bourchier, surrounded at home by her grandchildren and great grandchildren, will be joined by family again on Thursday. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED.

Stalwart shares secret to long life ahead of 100 year birthday

Brooke Chandler

FUNDRAISING: Cobar farmer Kevin credits Frontier Services charity-operated program for getting through the hardships of the drought. Photo: CONTRIBUTED.

Barbecue fundraising to help farmers as they face 'triple whammy'

Taylor Dodge

FRESH FACES: The newest group of intern doctors to begin at Dubbo Base Hospital. Pictured (L to R): Rhiannon Holdworth, Richard Ryan, Grace Nelson, Jean-Luc Vrisohis, Aarooran Srithoran, Kan Phansuwon, Dr Geoff Hardacre, Akshaya Thananjeyan, Ainsley Goff, Rebecca-Leah Lovacs and Connor Batholomew. PHOTO: Belinda Soole.

SUBSCRIBERDubbo Hospital welcomes latest group of interns from all over the world

Tom Barber

SUBSCRIBERPlan puts New Year's fireworks for Wellington on the agenda

Man airlifted to Sydney in serious condition following boat explosion

SUBSCRIBERProud ambassador labels Dubbo the blueprint for diversity and acceptance

SUBSCRIBERA passion for film and screen has Kellie looking out for our future

New hybrid gym and group fitness concept set to open its doors

SUBSCRIBERNew hybrid gym and group fitness concept set to open its doors

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SERVICE: The 2021 Dubbo Australian of the Year award winners. Photos: BELINDA SOOLE

SUBSCRIBERService to the community: Dubbo residents honoured for achievements on Australia Day

LOVE OF SNAKES: Snake man Paul Kirk with one of his Pythons. Photo: BELINDA SOOLE.

SUBSCRIBERDubbo's notorious snake man to retire at 81 following COVID-19 hardships

WORTHY WINNER: David Wrigley has been involved with the Dubbo Harness Racing Club for more than 30 years. Photo: BELINDA SOOLE

SUBSCRIBER'Something I'll treasure for the rest of my life': Wrigley's service recognised

STALWART: Gwen Bourchier, surrounded at home by her grandchildren and great grandchildren, will be joined by family again on Thursday. PHOTO: CONTRIBUTED.

Stalwart shares secret to long life ahead of 100 year birthday

Lucy Dait, Robyn Schruder and Brandeon Eather.

PHOTOSPhotos from Australia Day events across Dubbo

SUBSCRIBERNew hybrid gym and group fitness concept set to open its doors

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SUBSCRIBERThornhill and Tudor share the Australia Day honours

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UPDATEDCOVID restrictions eased as NSW records zero cases for 10th straight day

13:30PM

Final Roosters juniors squad to be named shortly

12:35PM

Young swimmers settle in near the top spot at regional competition

12:18PM

SUBSCRIBERShowers, storms may nudge stubborn rainfall tally in Dubbo

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NO MORE TABOO: Rachael Rawlinson with Charlie, 17 months. Mrs Rawlinson is 28-weeks pregnant with her second child who was concieved through IVF. PHOTO: CARLA FREEDMAN

IVF 'nothing to be ashamed of', rural couple's message

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Missing: Holly Alexander and her dog Ester who went missing from the Spirit of Tasmania. Picture: Facebook.

Have you seen Ester? Dog lost on Spirit of Tasmania

Last Aussie-built Holden up for auction; rare Maloo going for more than $1m

Last Aussie-built Holden up for auction; rare Maloo going for more than $1m

NSW hopes easing mask usage and gathering rules will help businesses plan for a smoother 2021.

Latest snapshot of the coronavirus impact

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WA's Labor and Liberal parties are at odds over having their policies costed before the election.

WA premier, Liberals in costings stoush

Michael Ramsey
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Parts of Parliament House in Canberra are being deep cleaned after a group from Sydney visited.

Tourists face fine after visiting Canberra

Daniel McCulloch
1hr ago

Back to school, with some new rules

DIGESTBack to school, with some new rules

Emily Sweet
1hr ago

Alleged child sex offender Malka Leifer is set to arrive in Melbourne from Israel.

Leifer to face Vic court after arrival

Gus McCubbing and Callum Godde
1hr ago

JOINT WINNERS: Tom Tudor and Rory Thornhill cross the line together in the men's long course event. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK

SUBSCRIBERThornhill and Tudor share the Australia Day honours

EASTBOUND: Sydney Roosters' Taneka Todhunter in action during a recent Tarsha Gale Cup trial win. PHOTO: SYDNEY ROOSTERS.

Final Roosters juniors squad to be named shortly

TOP SPOT: The Dubbo Swimtech Team that represented their club at the regional in Orange across the weekend. PHOTO: DUBBO SWIMTECH CLUB.

Young swimmers settle in near the top spot at regional competition

PLAYERS ON THE MOVE | Group 11 and Group 10 signings for 2021

SUBSCRIBERPLAYERS ON THE MOVE | Group 11 and Group 10 signings for 2021

WORTHY HONOUR: Mick ONeill, pictured here planting trees with his grandkids, has received and Order of Australia Medal. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

'Eagle' lands himself a very deserved honour for waterways work

Matt Hansen

ELITE COMPANY: Haylee Fuller (left, pink helmet and jersey) was the youngest riders at the Festival of Cycling last week. Photo: KEVIN ANDERSON

Fuller happy to 'test the legs' on first big stage of flourishing career

Nick Guthrie

FAMILY DAY OUT: Sophie Martin (15) took out the women's long course honours at Bathurst while with her father Steve Martin was 30th in the men's long course. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK 012621ctri4

SUBSCRIBERYoung gun Martin more than holds her own in Inter-club triumph

Anya Whitelaw

ON THE PROWL: The Castlereagh Cougars have shown real development across all age groups in recent years. Photo: CASTLEREAGH COUGARS FACEBOOK

Opportunity for Castlereagh women to stand alone

Back to school, with some new rules

DIGESTBack to school, with some new rules

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Photo: File

DIGESTA day of heroes, history and division across the nation

HEROES: An exhausted firefighter catches some sleep on the NSW South Coast.

DIGESTThe Informer: We could be heroes just for one day (apologies, Mr Bowie)

File photo. Picture: Adam McLean

Eighth day of no locally acquired COVID-19 cases

Victoria has loosened its restrictions on household gatherings. Picture: Shutterstock

DIGESTFeeling the heat, but Australia avoids COVID troubles

Jasper Lindell

January 26 is referred to as Invasion Day by a large number of Australians. Picture: Jamila Toderas

DIGESTJanuary 26: the debate about the date

Emily Sweet

Prime Minister Scott Morrison. Picture: Karleen Minney

International arrivals cap will not be raised: Morrison

Harley Dennett

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has cooled on Queensland's push to establish remote quarantine facilities in disused mining camps. Picture: Getty Images

International COVID situation on national cabinet agenda

Sally Whyte

Aussie Ark president Tim Faulkner says devils can help keep fox and feral cat numbers down.

LISTENDevils make a comeback on the mainland

Aussie Ark president Tim Faulkner says devils can help keep fox and feral cat numbers down.

LISTENDevils make a comeback on the mainland

Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

Dan Christian of The Australian Indigenous Men's cricket team. PHOTO: Darrian Traynor (Cricket Australia via Getty Images)

LISTENHow cricket is addressing its pale, male and stale reputation

Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

Mike Wilson at his home in Armidale. Photo: Lucy Kinbacher

LISTENLivestock agent shares gutsy fight for survival to help save others in the bush

The Factory in Gosford is heaven for chocolate fans.

Top spots for Easter getaways in 2021

Andrea Bell

Hot travel deals: Stunning Tasmania, luxurious Hamilton Island and more

Hot travel deals: Stunning Tasmania, luxurious Hamilton Island and more

Explore Travel

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

The sweet serenity of Lake Macquarie

Teresa Ooi

NSW Water Minister Melinda Pavey has called on communities to give their feedback on the state's online water trading registeries.

Community consulted on NSW water registries

NSW Water Minister Melinda Pavey has called on communities to give their feedback on the state's online water trading registeries.

Community consulted on NSW water registries

Lawns and gardens can be watered more. Photo: SHUTTERSTOCK

Water restrictions ease for Narromine thanks to drop in demand

Lawns and gardens can be watered more. Photo: SHUTTERSTOCK

Water restrictions ease for Narromine thanks to drop in demand

POPULAR: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said the scheme had been popular with farmers in the electorate. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Water scheme extension is welcomed news for livestock producers

POPULAR: Federal Member for Parkes Mark Coulton said the scheme had been popular with farmers in the electorate. Photo: CONTRIBUTED

Water scheme extension is welcomed news for livestock producers

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Bill Granger has always championed Australian food. Picture: Mikkel Vang

'Australia serves the sort of food that brings people together'

Karen Hardy

Diana Chan explores the cusines of Asia in her latest series for SBS. Supplied

Exploring the many tastes of Asia

Karen Hardy

HOPEFUL: Perth indie band Spacey Jane are expected to lead the Aussie charge in triple j's Hottest 100.

MUSICWhat's looking hot for triple j's annual big bash

Josh Leeson

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

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Harness the power of word of mouth

Harness the power of word of mouth

Emma Brown

See Floriade in all its glory in Canberra on this Travelrite/The Senior escorted tour with Maureen and Paul Lucas. Photo: Paul Lucas

Join a September tour of some of Australia's best gardens in NSW and the ACT

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

What does resilience really mean?

What does resilience really mean?

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We may have a blind spot when it comes to the way we think about skin cancer

We may have a blind spot when it comes to the way we think about skin cancer

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UNWANTED GUESTS: Mice can cause major problems in the home.

There's a mouse in the house

UNWANTED GUESTS: Mice can cause major problems in the home.

There's a mouse in the house

UNWANTED GUESTS: Mice can cause major problems in the home.

There's a mouse in the house

UNWANTED GUESTS: Mice can cause major problems in the home.

There's a mouse in the house

Open homes in and around Dubbo on Saturday the 23rd of January.

Open homes in and around Dubbo on Saturday the 23rd of January.

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OUTDOOR ENTERTAINING: According to Mike Mortlock, an addition of a roofed outdoor relaxation and entertainment area will drive holiday makers to your home. Photo - Shutterstock.

Turn your holiday home dud into a diamond

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Homes selling sight unseen becoming mainstream

Ruth Lewis

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HUGE HONOUR FOR FAMILY: In 2019 Donald Chisholm was appointed Parkes Rotary Club president at the annual Changeover dinner. He has now been named in the Australia Day honours list. Photo: Supplied.

OAM honour for former director of Maranatha House, Donald Chisholm

Kristy Williams

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Eye on Dubbo with Mayor Ben Shields | CEO retirement leaves big shoes to fill

OPINIONEye on Dubbo with Mayor Ben Shields | CEO retirement leaves big shoes to fill

ON THE RISE: Thanks to the Taronga Western Plains Zoo breeding program, another 30 birds have been added to regent honeyeater population. Programs are also underway for other at-risk species.

Zoo Chat | Sweet success for critically endangered species

Bill and Marie Redfern.

PHOTOSPhotos from Wellington's Australia Day event

JOINT WINNERS: Tom Tudor and Rory Thornhill cross the line together in the men's long course event. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK

SUBSCRIBERThornhill and Tudor share the Australia Day honours

BREAKING BARRIERS: John Cook is proving that being 74 years old doesn't mean you have to slow down. Picture: Jessica McLaughlin

Age just a number for this 74-year-old gym instructor

Last Aussie-built Holden up for auction; rare Maloo going for more than $1m

Last Aussie-built Holden up for auction; rare Maloo going for more than $1m

Lucy Dait, Robyn Schruder and Brandeon Eather.

PHOTOSPhotos from Australia Day events across Dubbo

FAMILY DAY OUT: Sophie Martin (15) took out the women's long course honours at Bathurst while with her father Steve Martin was 30th in the men's long course. Photo: CHRIS SEABROOK 012621ctri4

SUBSCRIBERYoung gun Martin more than holds her own in Inter-club triumph

Anya Whitelaw

DISTURBANCE: The dorsal fin of the hammerhead shark in the video taken on January 3. One of Eraring power station's two stacks can be seen behind the shoreline to the left.

See hammerhead shark cruising close to where bull shark attack occurred

Ian Kirkwood

"How would you feel?" Craig Foster. Marc Stapelberg.

Craig Foster recognised for speaking out on refugees in detention

Sophie Moeller

Our Say: What should 'Happy Australia Day' mean?

OPINIONOur Say: What should 'Happy Australia Day' mean?

Murray Nicholls

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Eye on Dubbo with Mayor Ben Shields | CEO retirement leaves big shoes to fill

OPINIONEye on Dubbo with Mayor Ben Shields | CEO retirement leaves big shoes to fill

VR technology is helping aged care residents to improve their mental health. Photo: Supplied.

From reminiscing to a night at the opera: Can VR boost mental health in aged care?

Rugby league legend Uncle Lionel Morgan in his playing days (left) and with the painting by Jandamarra Cadd. Photos: Lionel Morgan and Anglicare Queensland.

NRL legend in the frame again thanks to Aboriginal artist

SEVEN PURLERS: Di Shanahan, Janny Lane, Caralynn Hoft, Peta Goodwin, Sue Juniper, Tracy Skippings and Sally Wylie.

Not a nanna-second to lose

Hazel Bradley

Poison cause of Deniliquin eagle deaths

Poison cause of Deniliquin eagle deaths

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Nutrien agent Brad Wilson, vendor Des Carlon, buyers Malcolm and Dayle Wehr and Elders agent John Newsome with the top price ram.

Shalimar Park achieve near full clearance

Matthew Campion
2hrs ago

The supreme exhibit of the Texas Longhorns Australia national show was the female, Kooroora Halloween, from Kooroora Longhorns, Scone.

Country's best Texas Longhorns revealed

Lucy Kinbacher

Samsung's new flagship series pushes the boundaries of smartphone capability

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Depends a bit on what you're driving as to how you regain grip. Photos: Sam Hollier.

Getting back to basics: dealing with understeer and oversteer

Sam Hollier

Bill Granger has always championed Australian food. Picture: Mikkel Vang

'Australia serves the sort of food that brings people together'

Karen Hardy