National Bush Summit addresses regional Australian challenges in Dubbo

The National Bush Summit, themed ‘Build the Bush, Back the Future’, took place from August 26-27 at the Dubbo Regional Theatre and Convention Centre in New South Wales. The two-day event brought together community representatives, industry leaders, and political figures, including Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and Opposition Leader Angus Taylor, to discuss the challenges facing rural and remote Australia.

Key topics of discussion included healthcare, education, water, power supply, transport infrastructure, and renewable energy projects. Panel discussions featured various regional stakeholders addressing issues such as economic shifts, geographic isolation, and the impact of prolonged droughts on local businesses and families. The summit aimed to foster practical solutions and strengthen community resilience by engaging directly with the people most affected by regional policy and infrastructure needs.