Christmas is a wonderful time of year says mayor

Christmas is a wonderful time to be with family, take a break, and recharge the batteries before diving into 2020.

It's also a great time to reflect on everything that has been achieved through the year that has just passed. What a year it has been for the Dubbo Region in 2019!

Despite all the challenges of a drought that have hung over the region, there has been so much positive activity at Dubbo, Wellington and the surrounding villages and localities.

At Dubbo we have exciting new developments such as the Dubbo Adventure Playground, Rural Fire Service training centre, a new joint headquarters for the Volunteer Rescue Squad and State Emergency Service, and the redevelopment works at Victoria Park.

Wellington saw the unveiling of the Aquatic Leisure Centre, major upgrades at Rygate Park, and improvements at Kennard Park and Pioneer Park.

The works are almost complete at the new Visitor Experience Centre at the Wellington Caves which is very exciting for the entire region.

And both Dubbo and Wellington are getting Wiradjuri Tourism Experiences, which will be an added tourism destination for both.

There is so much to be excited about in 2020. We will be able to unveil the new Dubbo Cycling facility, the redevelopment at Victoria Park and work will continue towards the new Destination Dubbo precinct including the Old Dubbo Gaol Plaza and riverside boardwalk.

I would like to thank the staff of Dubbo Regional Council for all of their hard work in 2019.

There have been so many fantastic projects that have been completed and opened, or have gotten underway, and their dedication and commitment has made that possible.

Likewise I would like to thank residents for their efforts so far with water conservation.

I ask that you continue that into next year.

If you are travelling this holiday period, please do so safely and let's hope for a wet and prosperous 2020.