Dubbo Digest — 2026-04-17
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"G'day, welcome to the Dubbo newsletter where we dive into the usual goings-on—like Dubbo inexplicably grabbing a spot as a Yu-Gi-Oh! hub while sorting cattle remains slightly less dramatic than a cheeky daylight chase. Enjoy, or don't, it's up to you."
Ranch Sorting National Championships Australia
The Australian Shania Twain Show
Arrowfield Queen of the West & GM Specialty Vehicles Ladies Race Day
💧 Latest weekly water use
Dubbo community average • 30 Mar 2026 – 5 Apr 2026
Usage: 334 litres/person/day • Target: 380–400 litres/person/day
📉 Trend check
Previous week • 23 Mar 2026 – 29 Mar 2026
Previous usage: 288 litres/person/day • Change: +46 litres/person/day week-on-week
⚠️ Council note
Dubbo Regional Council says water restrictions may increase if conditions continue, so every drop saved now helps protect supply.
Cheapest fuel in Dubbo right now:
🛒 Woolworths Half-Price Picks
Dine Wet Cat Food Classic Terrine With Chicken Tray 85g x 7 pack
Now: $5.00 • Was: $10.00 • Off: 50.0% • Unit: $0.84 / 100G
Dine Wet Cat Food 7 pack at $5.0 is 50% off; stores well and an essential for pet owners.
John West Tuna Chunks In Springwater 95g
Now: $1.45 • Was: $2.90 • Off: 50.0% • Unit: $15.26 / 1KG
John West Tuna at $1.45 is 50% off; basic pantry item and non-perishable.
Cold Power Advanced Clean Laundry Liquid Washing Detergent 2L
Now: $12.00 • Was: $24.00 • Off: 50.0% • Unit: $6.00 / 1L
Cold Power Laundry Detergent $12.0 is 50% off; essential for households.
Appeal for witnesses after 4yo boy dies in suburban crash
The police are asking for anyone who might have seen what happened in Dubbo when a four-year-old tragically died after being hit by a car. If you were in the area and noticed anything that might be important, they would love a chat.
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Dubbo scores regional qualifier for gaming phenomenon Yu-Gi-Oh!
In a surprising twist that left absolutely no one shocked, Dubbo has successfully attracted the Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship Regional Qualifier to town. Local gaming store Total Tabletop hosted the event, proving once again that Dubbo's appeal knows no bounds, at least in the world of trading card games.
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House to house: three week crime wave ends with dramatic day-light chase
After a leisurely three-week tour of Dubbo's residential properties, an alleged series of house calls—of the criminal kind—has come to an end with an unexpected scenic day-time pursuit. The authorities have arranged a meeting with the 25-year-old guest in question to discuss his unconventional approach to touristing and the list of items on his agenda.
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Stolen tree mystery: park security footage key in manhunt for garden thieves
In a thrilling episode straight out of an action movie, a 2.5-metre carob tree has gone missing from Dubbo's Victoria Park, leaving local detectives and gardeners equally perplexed. Apparently, someone fancied a bit of greenery, and the thefts are now costing the ratepayers enough to consider hiring a gardener with a security detail.
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Nepalese community steps up to donate blood
In a classic mid-week activity, several folks from Dubbo's Nepalese community decided to spend their Wednesday donating a bit of red stuff to the Australian Red Cross Lifeblood donor centre.
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