SAVE THE DATE to attend our black-tie ball

Saturday May 3rd 2025

Put it in your calendar! Our last ball sold out to over 400 guests as far away as Sydney and was a night to remember. Our 2025 Ball will continue to have a focus on supporting the Royal Flying Doctor Service via it's Dubbo Support Group, other local charities and celebrating the community spirit of Dubbo. More details to follow.

Details for the 2025 Ball

For those that have tickets to the 2025 ball and would like to catch the bus please make sure that you are at The Commercial Hotel on Brisbane Street before 4:45pm. There will be a further collection at the rear of The Cattlemans Hotel. 

Auction Items

Destination Outback Car Entry

A car entry in the famous South Dubbo Rotary Destination Outback Tour. An outback ramble that will travel to iconic destinations throughout NSW & QLD. This event will be held in August 2026. 
Donated by the Rotary Club of Dubbo South.

Mollymook - Retreat to Paradise

7 nights accommodation for 10 people in 2 storey holiday house. This fantastic 5 bedroom home in Mollymook has just had a stylish renovation. The large lounge dining room leads out to the extensive deck overlooked by the brand new kitchen. The home has suitable accommodation for family holidays and also caters for mature groups with four queen size beds. There are bathrooms on both levels and extra living downstairs as well. Relax and enjoy the beach and ocean views with the north east aspect providing a cool afternoon breeze. 
Donated by John Mansour supporter of Destination Outback.

Taronga Western Plains Zoo - Zoofari Lodge Experience

Overnight stay at the Zoofari Lodge Taronga Western Plains Zoo, including exclusive behind the scenes tours, African inspired dinner & breakfast - PLUS 2 days zoo admission and bike hire. 
Donated by Taronga Western Plains Zoo.

Flight Simulation Training Device

2 hour experience in the RFDS King Air Simulator, taking off from Sydney airport, flying over the Blue Mountains, landing in Dubbo and return flight to Sydney at night seeing the unique views of Sydney by night, before landing at Sydney airport. 
Donated by the Royal Flying Doctor Service

Dream Holiday - Yamba

You will receive 1 week's stay in the Sands Resort in Yamba. This second storey unit sleeps 6 adults, has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 car spaces in a secure garage. The complex has ocean views overlooking Pippi Beach and Angourie, has 2 pools, a spa and tennis courts. There is access to the best beaches on the north coast of NSW.
Donated by Fred & Lyn Griffiths.

Painting by Lara Scolari

Lara Scolari, a contemporary Australian visual artist, has emerged as a prominent figure in teh abstract expressionist movement.
"Desert Beat" is a vibrant symphony of shapes and forms, moving like a choreographed dance across the canvas. Gestural lines and strokes convey a sense of freedom, inviting you to lose youself in the rhythm. 
Donated by Lara Scolari.

Shoal Bay - Port Stephens - Luxury Escape

3 nights at this luxurious penthouse will allow you to soak up the calmness of beautiful Shoal Bay. Enjoy this magnificent 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 car space sub penthouse overlooking the beautiful Shoal Bay Beach.
Donated by Tim & Carmel Koerstz.

Framed Signed Silks and Cap - Classique Legend

The Everest 2020 was won by the Les Bridge trained grey Classique Legend, who produced a dominant win in the $15 million The Everest at Randwick. 
The jockey was Kerrin McEvoy (born 1980), an Australian jockey, who is best known for winning three Melbourne Cups and the 2020 Everest. 
Donated by Les Bridge and Phil & Jo Comerford. 

Panthers Premium Match date experience

Prize includes 4 tickets to Panthers v Rabbitohs game at Commbank Stadium on Friday July 18, 2025. Access to the Directors Club Room located on the halfway line, offering spectacular views of the playing field. One night's accommodation for 4 people at the Pullman Sydney, Pentrith. Enjoy an amazing night of footy, luxury and great company.
Donated by Panthers Leagues Club.

Killara Golf Club Gift Voucher

Killara Golf Club is raned in Top 100 golf courses in Australia and is one of Sydney's premier golf clubs. This package includes a round of golf for 4 players, 2 x carts and a David Gazzoli entertainment package.
Donated by David Gazzoli.

Nelson Bay Escape

Nelson Bay 3 night stay in a beautiful holiday unit. This 2 bedroom apartment is positioned within the esteemed Oaks Lure Suites Nelson Bay, residents are treated to a wealth of amenities including a tranquil swimming pool featuring a dedicated children's wading area, complemented by inviting outdoor BBQ facilities perfect for gatherings with family & friends.
Donated by Phil & Jo Comerford.

Silent Auction List

Item 1 - Great Northern branded drinks esky
Donated by Carlton United Brewery

Item 2 - Carlton Dry branded drinks esky 
Donated by Carlton United Brewery

Item 3 - Mixed dozen regional wines 
Donated by South Dubbo Rotary

Item 4 - A 2000 bottle of Penfolds Grange in decorative wooden box.
Donated by Fred & Lyn Griffiths

Item 5 - Hair basket package
Donated by Kimmy Dickinson from REDZ

Item 6 - 12 x magnums Robert Oatley signature series red wine
Donated by Robert Oatley Wines

Item 7 - Signed cricket bat by Glen McGrath
Donated by Phil & Jo Comerford.

Item 8 - Painting of "Winter at Uluru" by Lyndall Jane
Donated by Lyndall Jane (member of Fresh Arts)

Item 9 - Painting of "On the Macquarie" by Karen Hyland
Donated by Karen Hyland (member of Fresh Arts)

Item 10 - Vestiri leather handbag
Donated by Gateway Gifts

Item 11 - H2D extreme hair dryer 
Donated by Corries Hair Escape

Item 12 - Painting of "When the Music Played, We Laughed" by Jamilla Hume
Donated by Jamilla Hume

Item 13 - Painting of "Always Audrey" by Sarah Richmond.
Donated by Sarah Richmond.

Item 14 - NAK Hair products. 
Donated by REDZ.

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