Dubbo Regional Council (DRC) will host Australia Day 2025 events in Dubbo and Wellington, with Australia Day Ambassadors Mr Anupam Sharma (Dubbo) and Mr Ron Delezio (Wellington) set to deliver inspiring messages to the community.
The Wellington event will be held on Saturday 25 January in Cameron Park, starting at 4:30pm with the official ceremony to be held from 6:30pm. Market stalls, a free barbecue and children’s games will keep the community entertained.
The Dubbo event will be held on Sunday 26 January at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre from 7:30am, with the official ceremony commencing at 8:15am. A free barbecue breakfast from 7:30am will be provided, as well as live entertainment, children's activities, and market stalls.
Mr Anupam Sharma and Mr Ron Delezio will join the Australia Day events in Dubbo and Wellington this year, following the announcement of the Australia Day Ambassadors for 2025.
Dubbo Australia Day Ambassador Mr Anupam is a filmmaker, speaker and author with a Bachelor’s and Master’s degree in films and theatre, and a post-graduate thesis on cinema from the University of NSW.
Wellington Australia Day Ambassador Mr Delezio founded The Day of Difference Foundation which raised over $14 million that paid for urgently needed medical equipment and support for families with loved ones in hospital.
DRC is also encouraging the region’s young people to submit an entry into the My Home competition, with winners receiving a $100 myDubboRegion shopping card.
The My Home competition asks young people to submit a poem or photograph that captures the spirit of the Dubbo Region across several potential themes.
Mayor Josh Black said the events will allow the community to come together and recognise Australia Day.
“I look forward to seeing the community attend these fantastic events and celebrate local residents who have done remarkable work in our region.”
“I’m also encouraging all young people to get involved in the My Home competition. Our young people can highlight the best parts of our region while having the opportunity to receive a myDubboRegion shopping card,” Clr Black said.
2025 Australia Day Events are proudly supported by Dubbo Region Aquatic Leisure Centres in Dubbo, Wellington, and Geurie.
Entry to the region’s pools will be free on Sunday 26 January 10am – 2pm. For more information on Australia Day and the My Home competition, visit https://www.dubbo.nsw.gov.au/community-groups/community-awards-and-tours/civic-events-and-ceremonies