Dubbo and Wellington Shine in Royal Visit Tribute
Report of the Royal Visit highlights Dubbo’s superb civic effort and Wellington’s strong support. The local band, teachers, and schoolchildren drew praise, with Bruce Campbell and Harry Taylor applauded for performances and generosity. Oliver Wague and John Berney are noted for press work, while a storm brews over council plans for the third bowling green and sports on council property.
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Wellington
Dubbo
Bruce Campbell
Harry Taylor
Iren
Exterprise
Oliver Wague
Oliver
John Berney
Fox
Royal visit evokes loyal crowds and pageantry in Dubbo
The Queen of England and Australia drew praise for grace and charm during a humid visit. Crowds endured discomfort while 12,000 schoolchildren welcomed the royal pair with gusto. Showground displays showcased regional productivity and local crafts.
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Ben
England
Australia
Dubbo
Tense air as Western NSW towns converge on Dubbo
An excited, expectant mood spread through Dubbo from early yesterday as trains, cars, trucks and buses arrived from across Western New South Wales. Rain had ended after Tuesday and Tuesday night, and residents hoped for better conditions ahead.
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Dubbo
Nsw
Royal visit lights up Dubbo streets and Victoria Park
Crowds line the roped streets as the Queen and Duke arrive at Dubbo aerodrome and travel through the town in a procession. Royal greetings, a warm reception, and the National Anthem mark the afternoon, with officials and civic leaders present at Victoria Park for the farewell speech.
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Victoria Park
Red Cross
J. B. Renshaw
Tawn
Bey
Ford
Asis
Nationa
A Day of Glorious Fulfilment As Queen Visited Dubbo
The Wellington and central west gathered in Dubbo to greet Queen Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh in a day of loyal, dignified tribute. The piece praises the Queen’s tour, the ceremony, and the Dubbo authorities, urging continued service to strengthen British Commonwealth bonds and a glorious reign.
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Queen Elizabeth II
Duke of Edinburgh
Wellington and
Central West
Dubbo
Queen Elizabeth
Queen thanks Western people for their contribution to development of Empire
The Queen addressed Dubbo officials and residents, thanking Alderman LH Fora and the city for their loyalty and welcome. She spoke of Western New South Wales’ value to the Australian Commonwealth and the world, and extended warm wishes for health, happiness, and prosperity to all present and absent.
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Dubbo
Ald
Western Disneys
New South Wales
Australia
Districh
Prince Charles
Princess Anne
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St. John's Ambulance
Estorial
Austral Commonwealth
Queen Mother
Princess Margaret
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