DEAR Jasminda, I was recently being led to my medical appointment by a young intern when I accidentally broke wind. It was loud and it was pretty clear that I was the culprit. I am in my mid-fifties. I was mortified. Should I have said something to him? Brook S. Dear Brook, First of all, […]
DUNGOG Shire councillors have endorsed a draft submission to Transport for NSW on the NSW Government’s Review of the Roads Act 1993 – Options Paper. This submission builds upon the Council’s earlier response to the March 2025 Issues Paper and reinforces its commitment to “achieving legislative reform that delivers clear governance, efficient administrative processes, and […]
The Pearly Gates and the Desert Island are two of the most symbolic settings in the cartoon world.
The Pearly Gates and the Desert Island are two of the most symbolic settings in the cartoon world. The Pearly Gates and the Desert Island are two of the most symbolic settings in the cartoon world. YOU would think that after decades, cartoonists would have wrung out every last drop of humour from two of […]
The show in action at The James Theatre.
The show in action at The James Theatre. The sell-out crowd. Mark Caligiuri, Ben Steer, and Joanne Caligiuri. THE James Theatre was alive with the spirit of country music on Sunday 12 October, as “Get Rhythm – The Johnny Cash and June Carter Story” played to a sold-out crowd, proving once again that Dungog’s love […]
Keeping the traffic under control with a smile, John Walton and Anthony Huckstead.
Keeping the traffic under control with a smile, John Walton and Anthony Huckstead. Representing Dungog Shire Palliative Care Volunteers, Lyn Moseley and Annette O’Neil. Spotless vintage and veteran vehicles drew crowds to Dungog. Kris, Jet and Zac from Chisholm admire a vintage truck. Evelyn “driving” the truck with Dungog local, […]
IN a first for the Dungog Show’s long and proud history, organisers are stirring up excitement with the launch of a brand-new Fermentation Competition, celebrating the art, science, and creativity behind cultured foods. “This new section honours the living foods that have nourished communities around the world for thousands of years,” said event coordinator Jimmy […]
Finalists will be recognised and winners announced at the Hunter Manufacturing Awards Gala on Thursday 30 October at the Newcastle Exhibition & Convention Centre.
THE finalists of the Hunter Manufacturing Awards (HMA) have been announced for 2025, recognising the breadth and capability of the manufacturing sector across the Hunter, Central Coast, Mid North Coast and surrounding regions. A record number of entries were received this year, reflecting a strong mix of first-time entrants, emerging start-ups and established industry leaders. […]
DUNGOG Shire Council has endorsed placing its draft Sponsorship Policy on public exhibition. The draft Policy has been developed to provide a framework to support how Council may support events, programs, and activities that deliver benefits to the local community. “The Draft Sponsorship Policy establishes a robust, transparent, accountable framework ensuring legislative compliance and managing […]
