NAIDOC Week celebrations to be held at Dungog Library. Photo: dungog.nsw.gov.au
DUNGOG Library will host a community celebration for NAIDOC Week on Friday 10 July, with a program of cultural activities, performances and workshops for all ages. The event will begin at 10am with a Welcome to Country and smoking ceremony led by Uncle Justin Ridgeway in the library grounds. Deputy Mayor Liam Ley said everyone […]
Climate Choices is a new series of community lectures.
A NEW series of lectures centred around climate change action has launched at the James Theatre. The Climate Choice series is a new series of lectures that are a collaboration between the Paterson Allyn Williams Science & Ideas Hub (PAWSIH) and community advocacy group, Lyne Together. The talks aim to inform the Dungog community and […]
Agriculture minister Tara Moriarty, accompanied by NSW Chief Veterinary Officer Dr Joanne Coombe, addresses the media. Photo: AAP Image/George Chan.
AUTHORITIES have called for calm after Australia’s sixth bird flu case was confirmed at Hawks Nest, with thousands of department staff deployed to the coastline. Authorities insist there’s no bird flu crisis and no need to panic, despite a growing number of birds testing positive to the deadly virus along the Australian coastline. Poultry farms […]
RESIDENTS are being invited to have their say on Dungog Shire Council’s Draft Business Improvement Strategy, which outlines a roadmap for how Council intends to improve its operations over the next decade. The draft strategy is currently on public exhibition and will remain open for community feedback until 17 July. Deputy Mayor Liam Ley said […]
THE Barrington Coast and other select NSW locations are set to receive a tourism boost under a new NSW Government marketing strategy designed to attract more visitors, support local businesses and create jobs across the State. The first phase of the campaign will promote the Barrington Coast, Shoalhaven, Port Stephens, Byron Bay and Sapphire Coast […]
Council encourages the community to get involved in the Plastic Free July pledge. Photo: Engin Akyurt/Pexels
THOUSANDS of Australians are being encouraged to make one simple change this month by taking the Plastic Free July pledge. Councils along the east coast of New South Wales are supporting the global campaign, encouraging residents to refuse just one unnecessary plastic item during July and help reduce plastic waste in their communities. The Plastic […]
Essential Energy apprentice powerline workers during their training block.
ESSENTIAL Energy is recruiting for the next generation of field crews and people from the regions are strongly encouraged to apply. With the catch-phrase of ‘Swap the desk for the field’, Essential Energy has launched its 2027 Apprentice Program and is actively looking for people who want a hands-on career close to home. Applications are […]
World-class event returns to the region. Photo: supplied
SKIES above Taree are set to roar back to life this November as the spectacular Barrington Coast Airshow returns, promising breathtaking aerial displays, family entertainment and a major boost for the MidCoast economy. MidCoast Council has once again partnered with Paul Bennet Airshows to bring the world-class event back to Taree Regional Airport on Saturday, […]
The convoy in Bulahdelah.
The convoy in Bulahdelah. Utes in tow. Drivers enjoying their break. Lions Club president Judy Dixon (right) with Lions committee members. THE Bulahdelah Lions Club welcomed the Aussie Hay Runners to town on Friday, 26 June, providing fresh homemade sandwiches, cake and cold drinks for the volunteer convoy as it continued its journey delivering much-needed […]
Walking tracks and other amenities in NSW national parks will benefit from the funding. Photo: freepik
THE 2026 NSW Budget contains $130 million destined to improve visitor facilities and infrastructure across the state’s national parks network, helping meet growing demand for affordable outdoor recreation. The funding will support upgrades to walking tracks, campgrounds, picnic areas, amenities, lookouts, roads and visitor centres across NSW, while also improving accessibility and strengthening infrastructure against […]
