The New South Wales town of Dubbo is hoping to attract more grey nomads and other travellers as the result of a decision to gazette the local government area as a fossicking district.
The declaration has been hailed as a victory for the entire region.
“This is a golden opportunity for our region to add another tourism experience that will attract a new market that could be lucrative. We want everyone to know that we are a fossicker-friendly community,” local councillor, Stephen Lawrence, told the Daily Liberal newspaper. “It has come at no cost to council but has the potential to attract even more people to see what Dubbo has to offer.”
Cr Lawrence said the region had some interesting minerals including gold, and that smaller communities such as Stuart Town would benefit, as well as places such as Dubbo and Wellington.
Councillor Lawrence said fossickers would still need to seek the permission of landowners but are not required to get approval from the holder of a mineral or petroleum exploration licence.
The decision to open up the region to more fossicking was made following representations from the NSW and ACT Prospectors and Fossickers Association (NAPFA).
Mmm, Dubbo – don’t think so.
Designated fossicking areas in the Dubbo District…
What are the gems you find around Dubbo?
Has gold been found in Dubbo
Yes …..found a lil today….very fine wire….only a spec….but no effort finding!
The town its self is a gem
So true
Maybe a map of the designated fossicking areas would help, BUT lock up your car.