Look out for wildlife campaign
The four-week campaign encourages drivers to look out for wildlife. Photo: TfNSW. Kangaroos were involved in the highest number of fatal crashes involving animals. Photo: TfNSW. MOTORISTS are being urged to slow down and stay alert for wildlife as Transport for NSW launches its annual “Animals on Country Roads” safety campaign. Between 2016 and 2025, […]
The northern face of Broughton Island looking toward Seal Rocks. Photo: Supplied.
Stinker’s Fishing: The ultimate fishing experience
RECREATIONAL fishers are forever seeking the ultimate fishing experience. Fishing Utopia, the jewel in the crown. Well, I have found it! Two kilometres off the coast between Port Stephens and Forster sits an island wonderland where the fishing opportunities are endless. Three kilometres long and two kilometres wide, Broughton Island is the only island off […]
Further funding to unlock key housing infrastructure
ANOTHER round of the NSW Government’s Low-Cost Loans initiative has been opened, unlocking $12 million to support regional councils to accelerate housing delivery. The program, which is now open to all 95 regional councils across NSW, will provide financial support for infrastructure projects such as roads, intersections, water and sewer upgrades. Under the competitive grants […]
Paterson Golf Club
SATURDAY 6TH JUNE INDIVIDUAL STROKE & MONTHLY MEDAL FIELD | 32 members. DIV 1 (<15) | Winner & Medal James Cowled (11) 60 Nett, Runner Up Graeme Valentine (13) 65 Nett DIV 2 (16-36) | Winner Stephen Haines (19) 65 Nett, Runner Up Greg Kellner (19) 67 Nett BALL COMP | Margaret Walker (23) 67 […]
Historic home, Gilchrist House, for sale in Dungog with Elders R&R Property Dungog
A FEDERATION residence, where classic charm meets modern comfort, has been listed in Dungog. Set amid beautifully established gardens, a sweeping verandah and grand proportions create a sense of space and sophistication rarely found in contemporary homes. Known as Gilchrist House, this iconic property carries a rich local history, named after a respected doctor who […]
Co-ordinator Annette O’Neill at the Dungog Palliative Care office.
Dungog Palliative Care volunteers are among the top four groups in NSW
Co-ordinator Annette O’Neill at the Dungog Palliative Care office. Volunteers Margaret Jones, Lynne Moseley, Joy Berry and Annette O’Neill with Hebe Thomas, Principal Policy Officer, NSW Ministry of Health, and Felicity Burns, President, Palliative Care NSW. Photo: Palliative Care NSW REPRESENTATIVES from Dungog Shire Palliative Care volunteers recently attended an invitation-only award presentation in Sydney. […]
Write Direction: One of those days by John Blackbourne
I WOKE up this morning feeling cynical. Yes, it was one of those days when the morning news said that the government is to provide cheaper electricity for all its citizens. When I listened a bit longer, it said we would all be getting our electricity with a saving of $64 per year. Wow. Wasn’t […]
Printed Edition 10 JUNE 2026
Women’s health awareness campaign launched nationally. Photo: NSW Health
Australian Government launches first national menopause and perimenopause awareness campaign
A NEW campaign has been launched to support Australian women experiencing perimenopause and menopause. Perimenopause and menopause affect women differently, with symptoms ranging from hot flushes and sleep disturbances to anxiety, brain fog and changes to mental health and wellbeing. The campaign aims to improve understanding, reduce stigma and help women access reliable health information […]