Dubbo Photo News 09.04.2020

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Dubbo Photo News April 9-15, 2020

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A VERY DIFFERENT KIND OF EASTER

As Easter approaches, four-year-old Thomas Smyth has been busy psyching up his female bunny rabbit, Percy, for the big day. With social distancing and self-isolation in force for the first time in Australia’s history, kids like Thomas are finding solace in their pets and family when it comes to celebrating major holiday events that traditionally mean get-togethers with family and friends. Dubbo Photo News wishes all our readers a safe and happy Easter and is urging everyone to reach out to family and friends, particularly elderly or infirm relatives, to keep those vital social connections alive and well – making sure to follow the current rules on social distancing. Thomas’ mum Rachel says their family will use Facetime to catch up digitally and ensure the family stays in touch. PHOTO: DUBBO PHOTO NEWS/EMY LOU

Deputy Premier’s blunt message to travellers Local businesses soldier on ALL is not lost for local business amid the COVID-19 crisis. While some are struggling with the current climate, others are grateful for the support shown by the Dubbo community during this difficult time. Brennan’s Mitre 10 is one that has witnessed an influx of business with many people choosing to tackle home DIY projects while self-isolating.

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YOU ARE NOT WELCOME Visitors to the region warned ahead of Easter weekend

By LYDIA PEDRANA

WITH the Easter weekend upon us, Australian’s have been warned to stay away from regional and remote NSW. Minister for Regional NSW John Barilaro (pictured) stressed the message on Tuesday warning that police will be out in force, fining people up to $11,000 and potential jail time if they are caught breaking the coronavirus laws. “You are not welcome,” Mr Barilaro said during a press conference. “This weekend is not the weekend to visit.” Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) and Royal Flying Doctors Service South Eastern (RFDSSE) division

have backed the NSW Ms Howard did acGovernment’s plea to halt knowledge that these non-essential travel to the travel restrictions would region to protect the local have a major impact on community. the local economy. “Dubbo Regional Coun“Easter is traditioncil is in full support of ally our busiest time of the State Government’s year, and it’s going to announcement, asking be particularly difficult everyone to cancel their this year, after years of non-essential travel to drought and now a panregional NSW,” Council’s demic putting pressure John Barilaro economic development on our tourism and retail and marketing manager, Josie sectors,” she said. Howard, told Dubbo Photo News. Dr Randal Greenberg, RDFSSE “Right now, safety is paramount, Division chief medical officer, also and we want everyone to do their reinforced the importance of peopart in limiting the spread by lis- ple refraining from flooding retening to messages about staying gional areas at this time. home.” He encouraged everyone to do

their bit to slow the spread of the virus, admitting it is not something medical staff on the frontline can defeat without the help of the community. “The ongoing battle against COVID-19 is not one that can be won by doctors and nurses alone, we need everyone to get on board,” Dr Greenberg said. “We won’t be able to stop COVID-19 but if we slow it down, it gives us time to be as prepared as we can and provide high-quality care. “You can help us at the RFDS by staying at home, postponing your travels to regional Australia, making sure you are practising good hygiene, self-isolation, and social distancing.”

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