June 14, 2025
Dungog community invited to support art for peace project
Community

Dungog community invited to support art for peace project

THE creator of a ground-breaking art project dedicated to fostering peace and understanding, is calling on the Dungog community’s support to help bring its powerful message home from Vietnam. Led by acclaimed artist and educator Dr Sasi Victoire, the project has been in Da Nang, Vietnam, where the legacy of the Vietnam War is still […]

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Dungog’s ‘death café’ sparks community conversation Jess Watkins, local End of Life consultant.
Community, Health

Dungog’s ‘death café’ sparks community conversation

AS AUSTRALIA’S population ages and health services strain to meet growing demands, there’s a renewed focus on how we die and how we can support each other through the process. The federal government has announced a one-off $25,000 payment to help more Australians die at home, a response to the fact that while 70 percent […]

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Dungog’s Earth & Elm Studio triumphs at Hunter Business Awards Xavier and Chel King at the Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards
Business, Community, Health

Dungog’s Earth & Elm Studio triumphs at Hunter Business Awards

IN A landmark moment for regional and queer-owned businesses, Earth & Elm Studio in Dungog has taken out both the “Business of the Year” and “Personal Services” categories at the prestigious 2025 Hunter Region Business Excellence Awards. The awards, the largest of their kind in NSW, saw Earth & Elm triumph over competitors from across […]

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Scamming behaviour tipped to spike following natural disaster Authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the recent natural disaster through fake fundraising appeals. Photo: NSW SES.
Community, Regional

Scamming behaviour tipped to spike following natural disaster

PREDATORY scammer activity is predicted to skyrocket in the wake of the recent rains and flood disasters. In the aftermath of severe flooding, the State Government is urging people to remain vigilant when donating to recovery efforts. As communities recover and rebuild, authorities are warning that scammers may attempt to exploit the situation through fake […]

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Disaster assistance activated for flood affected local government areas
Community, Health

Disaster assistance activated for flood affected local government areas

THE Albanese and Minns Governments have activated disaster assistance to communities in Local Government Areas (LGAs) in the Hunter and Mid North Coast following severe weather, including heavy rainfall. The NSW Government’s Natural Disaster Declaration applies to the LGAs of Bellingen, Central Coast, Cessnock, Clarence Valley, Coffs Harbour, Dungog, Kempsey, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, MidCoast, Nambucca, […]

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Fodder drops provide lifeline to flooded farmers Fodder is being air-dropped to farmers in need.
Community

Fodder drops provide lifeline to flooded farmers

HELICOPTERS have provided isolated farmers with emergency fodder for their stranded livestock, as part of a range of support available to flood-affected farmers across the Mid North Coast, North Coast and Hunter. As of midday Saturday, 24 May, there had been 43 helicopter aerial drops of fodder, and nearly 131 emergency fodder drops by other […]

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Raffle success boosts Imagination Library Kerry Skafte and Kate Murphy draw the raffle.
Community

Raffle success boosts Imagination Library

THE winners of a Mother’s Day raffle have been announced, with three fortunate locals taking home beautifully curated baskets of delights donated by businesses in Clarence Town and Dungog. The successful fundraiser was held to support Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library and the Dungog Shire Community Centre (DSCC). Dedicated volunteer Laurel McBriarty spearheaded the initiative, with […]

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Kevin Neilson celebrates milestone 90th birthday
Community

Kevin Neilson celebrates milestone 90th birthday

KEVIN Neilson marked his 90th birthday surrounded by family and friends at Wallarobba Hall. Born on 4 May 1935 in Dungog, Kevin was educated at St Joseph’s and Maitland Boys High. He married Jean Eyb, and together they have shared 58 years of marriage, raising four children – Sue, Jill, Bruce, and Carol. Now a […]

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Dungog and Clarence Town CWA hosting fabric fundraiser
Community

Dungog and Clarence Town CWA hosting fabric fundraiser

THE Country Women’s Association (CWA) branches of Dungog and Clarence Town are hosting a fabric sale to raise funds for local charities. Coinciding with the Dungog Knitters’ Picnic, the two-day sale will run Saturday and Sunday 24 and 25 May from 10am to 2pm at the Dungog CWA Hall. “On Sunday, take a break at […]

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