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Dubbo, Administrative division in New South Wales, Australia

The Dubbo Regional Council encompasses 7,536 square kilometers of territory in the Orana Region, serving a population of 54,922 residents across multiple localities.

The Municipal District of Dubbo started its governance journey in 1872 with six aldermen and James Samuels as the first mayor for three consecutive years.

The council area includes numerous heritage sites such as Old Dubbo Gaol, Dubbo railway station, and Dundullimal Homestead, which preserve the region's past.

Ten elected councillors manage the region through a proportional representation system, with regular meetings held to address community needs and development plans.

The Taronga Western Plains Zoo operates within the council boundaries, contributing to regional tourism and conducting animal conservation programs in the area.

Location: Dubbo

Inception: 1849

Elevation above the sea: 275 m

Website: https://www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/

Part of: Central West

Shares border with: Wongarbon, Geurie, Goonoo Forest, Ballimore, Mogriguy, Terramungamine, Rawsonville, Benolong, Terrabella, Burroway, Narromine, Tomingley, Minore, Toongi, Brocklehurst, Wambangalang

Website: https://dubbo.nsw.gov.au

GPS coordinates: -32.24833,148.60111

Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:15

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