Tea cosies abound at Dungog Tea Party.
Tea cosies abound at Dungog Tea Party. The James Theatre advertising the Dungog Tea Party. DUNGOG’S much-loved Tea Party is steeping in excitement, with a full program of events, competitions, and workshops set to take over town this September. A highlight of the festivities is the ever-popular Tea Cosy and Trivet Competition, with entries closing […]
The youngest learners at Dungog Public School have celebrated 100 days of Kindergarten. IT was a day of laughter, learning, and a little bit of grey hair as the youngest students at Dungog Public School marked a major milestone – their 100th day of Kindergarten. Led by their enthusiastic teacher, Miss Airlee Petersen, the Kindergarten […]
DEAR Jasminda, AFTER a couple of weeks away, my husband and I have realised that we get along much better when we are away from home. Our relationship improved, we both relaxed for the first time in a long time, and it became apparent that we are soft touches and often feel that others take […]
HUNTER region councils can now apply for a share of $10 million to plant trees, shrubs, and native vegetation in parks, plazas, and other public spaces. The funding comes due to an expansion of the “Greening Our City” program beyond Greater Sydney for the first time. “The program is designed to increase tree planting, which […]
John Baillie, CEO of ADSSI Limited. Dungog local and Neighbourcare Community Support Worker Josie Wright. DUNGOG & District Neighbourcare will join providers nationwide in celebrating Aged Care Employee Day on Thursday, 7 August – an opportunity to recognise the dedicated professionals caring for older Australians daily. From local support workers and drivers to office staff […]
Mark Bale enjoying travelling and training in Thailand.
TRAINING under the sweltering Thai sun isn’t for the faint-hearted, but for 33-year-old Mark Bale from Dungog, it was a life-changing opportunity he tackled head-on. Mark lives with autism and has overcome significant challenges throughout his life, showing determination, strength, and drive at every turn. A qualified personal trainer, he runs Achilles Training, a local […]
The terminal includes new swing-gate functionality, allowing for transition between domestic and international operations.
The terminal includes new swing-gate functionality, allowing for transition between domestic and international operations. The terminal includes new swing-gate functionality, allowing for transition between domestic and international operations. NEWCASTLE Airport’s brand-new arrivals area is now open. Initially slated for an August launch, the international terminal opened early, following the work of over 2,000 individuals and […]
A NEW maritime facility will be built in Newcastle to attract servicing of international super yachts and new saleyards infrastructure will be delivered in Singleton. The State Government is investing $8.73 million into the two Hunter projects through its Regional Economic Development and Community Investment Program. With co-contributions from the two successful applicants, the projects […]
Loneliness is an important public health issue.
LONELINESS is recognised as an important public health issue, although it is something that is not often openly discussed. This week, 4-10 August, is Loneliness Awareness Week. “Loneliness Awareness Week shines a spotlight on the shared experience of loneliness and calls on all Australians, including individuals, communities, workplaces, education and government to take action to […]
