Presentation Destination Dubbo Presented by Grow Dubbo June 2008

Population close to 40,000 people Servicing a catchment population of 120,000 people from the Orana and Far West Regions Modern city offering services and facilities expected of a regional capital city DUBBO

4.5 hrs from Sydney 10 hrs from Melbourne 10 hrs from Brisbane 13 hrs from Adelaide 4.5 hrs from Canberra 4.5 hrs from Newcastle Located in the Heart of New South Wales

Rail Daily CountryLink XPT Service Air Serviced Daily by Regional Express Qantaslink Airlink Airlines Over 70 flights per week Road Located on the Newell, Great Western and Golden Highways Easily Accessable

3500 bed resort 70 places to stay Motels, Caravan Parks, B&B’s, Self-Contained Units and country pubs Accommodation to suit all budgets Accommodation

Attractions and Activities Taronga Western Plains Zoo Located in our backyard Over 300 hectares featuring more than 1500 animals from all over the world. Journey along the 6km world safari circuit Be intrigued by close encounters with the unique wildlife of Africa, Asia and the Americas

Taronga Western Plains Zoo Daily Keeper Talks Behind the Scenes, Early Morning Walks, Wild Africa Encounters International breeding programs for endangered species Special offers for delegates of events

Attractions and Activities Old Dubbo Gaol Gain insight into a 1800s penal institution during a self-guided tour Animatronic inmates, authentic displays and artefacts Hologram story of Nosey Bob the Hangman New theatrical experience

Old Dubbo Gaol

Western Plains Cultural Centre

Dubbo Observatory Dundullimal Homestead

Australia’s Oldest Timber-Slab Homestead

Wineries, Gardens and Galleries

Eating Out Dubbo offers a wide choice of dining options A-la-carte restaurants Alfresco dining Specialty menus And of course, a vast array of fast food options Regional produce markets – twice a month

NEW Regional Entertainment & Convention Centre Opening 2009/2010 State-of-the-art 500 seat theatre & conference venue

Dubbo Visitors Centre & Events Bureau Advice and assistance Partner tour suggestions Central reservation service Promotional support Managing the City’s event calendar Visit us now

Why Dubbo:  3500 Beds (over 70 places to stay)  Visit the largest open-range zoo in the Southern Hemisphere – Taronga Western Plains Zoo – event incentives  24 event venues including settings at unique Dubbo attractions  Proven ability to sustain large scaled events – NSW Womens Bowling Championship – 800 plus pax – event currently being held in Dubbo  Proven success at hosting events of international significance – 2007 Junior World Orienteering Championships  Centrally located with transport access by road, rail and air