Dubbo and the Central West
What's on in Dubbo this week
Make room for a local Saturday. The Macquarie Community Garden open day brings neighbours together for a guided garden walk, seedling swap and morning tea at the garden on Bultje Street.
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Community-run gatherings are on the calendar this week.
Markets this weekend
Browse local stalls at the Dubbo Farmers Market on Saturday.
The next five events
- 18OctCommunity Garden open day
Saturday, 9:30 am · Bultje Street, Dubbo - 18OctDubbo Farmers Market
Saturday, 8:00 am · Dubbo Showground - 19OctMacquarie River family walk
Sunday, 9:00 am · Sandy Beach reserve - 21OctCommunity craft circle
Tuesday, 10:00 am · Dubbo Neighbourhood Centre - 23OctRegional history talk
Thursday, 6:00 pm · Western Plains Cultural Centre
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Listings are for public community activities across Dubbo and nearby towns. Changes? Email info@keystonenews.com.au with the event name and updated details.
Regular listings across the region
Put your weekly routine on the calendar. Check with each organiser before travelling, as session times can change during school holidays.
- Monday
Dubbo seniors social morning · 10:00 am - Tuesday
Macquarie View playgroup · 9:30 am - Wednesday
Community tai chi, Victoria Park · 8:30 am - Thursday
Dubbo knitting circle · 1:00 pm - Saturday
Junior Parkrun, Dubbo Botanic Garden · 8:00 am
Classes, groups and play
Local groups welcome new faces at weekly craft sessions, family playgroups and seniors meet-ups. Confirm availability with the organiser.
Library programs
Dubbo and branch libraries run regular story and learning sessions.
Museum activities
Check Western Plains Cultural Centre for current exhibitions and talks.
Sport and registrations
Find weekend fixtures, club information nights and registration dates for local teams. Clubs can email updates to info@keystonenews.com.au.
Notices, volunteering and fundraisers
Local groups use this board to find helpers, share service updates and let neighbours know where support is needed. Send a short notice with dates and a clear contact person.
Help needed nearby
Dubbo community pantry seeks volunteers for Thursday packing shifts.
Garden working bee helpers needed at the next Saturday session.
Local junior sport club is raising funds for new training equipment.
Road updates
Check council notices for current closures and changed services.
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Photos from recent community days
Neighbours turned out for a morning of planting and conversation at Dubbo's community garden. The shared beds are taking shape, and local families stopped to swap growing tips.
Community Garden Working Bee · Dubbo
Macquarie River walk · Dubbo
Market morning · Central West
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