Local map showing Unleaded Petrol prices as of Sunday 8 March 2026. Courtesy: Petrol Spy.
Google map of the Strait of Hormuz chokepoint, showing oil transport routes in relation to Iran. Image: Thomas O’Keefe. Local map showing Unleaded Petrol prices as of Sunday 8 March 2026. Courtesy: Petrol Spy. WAR in the Middle East is having direct impacts on the prices of basic commodities in Australia, including petrol and other […]
CLARENCE TOWN’S Emma Spartalis has been selected as a finalist in the 2026 NSW/ACT AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award. The Award celebrates women who are driving change through entrepreneurship, innovation and leadership, while addressing complex social, economic and workforce challenges facing regional Australia. Ms Spartalis is the founder of Spartalis Consulting, an artificial intelligence and digital […]
Archaeologist Dr June Ross will speak at the James Theatre on 20 March.
Archaeologist Dr June Ross will speak at the James Theatre on 20 March. Archaeologist Dr June Ross will speak at the James Theatre on 20 March. THE fourth instalment of the “Illuminating Women” talks will be held in the James Theatre on 20 March. Hosted by the Dungog-Clarence Town branch of the CWA, “Painting The […]
Real-time data through tools such as Farming Forecaster supports decision-making in dry seasonal conditions.
WITH parts of the region experiencing dry conditions, patchy rainfall and the likelihood of more hot weather still to come, Hunter Local Land Services says planning ahead for pastures and livestock has never been more important. Across the region, producers are reporting tightening feed availability, uneven pasture growth and declining soil moisture reserves following a […]
Council is currently inviting expressions of interest from locals to join the James Theatre Section 355 Committee. Photo: Council.
IF ever enjoyed a movie at the James Theatre or attended an event at the Gresford School of Arts Hall, now could be your chance to help support these much-loved community venues. Dungog Shire Council is currently inviting expressions of interest from locals to join the James Theatre Section 355 Committee, with one position available […]
FEDERAL Member for Lyne Alison Penfold is encouraging not-for-profit organisations to apply for funding under the Australian Government’s 2025–26 Volunteer Grants Program, with expressions of interest now open. Volunteer Grants of between $1,000 and $5,000 are available to eligible community organisations that rely on volunteers. The program is designed to strengthen local volunteering by helping […]
Bridge Construction and Maintenance apprentice Maddi Ormsby. Photo: NSW Gov.
SEVENTY-ONE new apprentices and trainees are kicking off their careers at Transport for NSW worksites this month. From filling potholes to rebuilding flood‑damaged roads, planning major works and maintaining heavy vehicles, the new Roads Maintenance and Resilience recruits will join and support frontline teams strengthening the state’s transport network. Following group inductions in Wollongong, Newcastle […]
Port Authority of NSW Port Officer Tilley Murgatroyd. Photo: Port Authority of NSW.
HUNTER trainee Tilley Murgatroyd is taking her first steps into a maritime career as a Port Officer with Port Authority of NSW, after completing a hands-on traineeship delivered through a unique collaboration with Port of Newcastle and Svitzer. Through the Newcastle-based industry traineeship, Ms Murgatroyd rotated across towage, pilotage support, on-water safety and port operations, […]
Julie and Andrew Overton attended the international conference in Goa, India earlier this year. Photo: PCB.
PATERSON Community Builders (PCB) representatives Julie and Andrew Overton attended an international community-building conference in Goa, India from 27 to 30 January. “Goa’s cultural diversity, scenic environment and historical richness of being a Portuguese colony for over 450 years was a vibrant backdrop for the gathering focused on learning and community exchange,” they said in […]
One key source of program funds is the “Books & More” second hand bookshop on Dowling Street.
THE Mutual Bank has again committed funds to support the Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library program across the Dungog Shire. Following a $540 donation to the program in 2025, it has now been confirmed the Hunter-based bank will continue its support for 2026 and beyond. “Thanks to Maddi Beasley at our Dungog branch for securing $500 […]
