The ‘Shakespearience’ crowd at the stage in the forest.
The ‘Shakespearience’ crowd at the stage in the forest. The drama unfolds at ‘Shakespearience’. THE hills of Wangat will once again echo with Shakespearean verse as Dungog “Shakespearience” returns for its fourth year. This time it will tackle one of the Bard’s most enduring tragedies, Hamlet. Following the sold-out success of A Midsummer Night’s Dream, […]
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, […]
AFTER a postponement due to water-logged grounds in September, the Vacy Country Carnival returns to the Vacy Sportsground on Sunday, 2 November. With a packed program of events there is something for everyone including camel rides, jumping castles, helicopter flights, market stalls, an animal petting area, horse and whip cracking displays, a classic car and […]
All the cars on display
All the cars on display Classic Holden Toranas at Lara Aged Care. Classic Holden Toranas at Lara Aged Care. Classic Holden Toranas at Lara Aged Care. Classic Holden Toranas at Lara Aged Care. Classic Holden Toranas at Lara Aged Care. IT was a day of horsepower, history, and heartwarming nostalgia at Lara Aged Care when […]
Joshua Gilbert.
FARMER, businessman, author and Worimi man Joshua Gilbert will speak at the James Theatre at 11am on Saturday 25 October. Joshua recently celebrated the release of his new book, “Australia’s Agricultural Identity – an Aboriginal yarn”, which “explores a new approach to Indigenous culture and farming, combining ancient knowledge and practices with new technology and […]
Sausage dogs compete for glory.
Sausage dogs compete for glory. Sausage dogs compete for glory. Sausage dogs compete for glory. Pint-sized racers take centre stage. Furry competitors take to the track. THE annual Oktoberfest and Sausage Dog Extravaganza once again delivered a day of laughter, lederhosen and lively tunes at the Wallarobba Memorial Hall. Held on Saturday, 11 October, the […]
The Government’s Dutton (Ebor) and Gaden (Snowy Mountains) Trout Hatcheries produce millions of trout and salmon each year.
THE 2025-26 trout fishing season officially opened on Saturday 4 October following the annual four-month closure to allow fish to spawn and reproduce. The season remains open to midnight 8 June 2026. Rivers and streams across NSW are in prime condition, with two million Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout, Brook Trout and Atlantic Salmon to be […]
The Dungog crowd hanging on every note.
The Dungog crowd hanging on every note. The Spooky Men sing up a storm. DUNGOG proved once again that it is a town that truly supports live music, with 360 people filling the historic James Theatre on Friday night to see the Spooky Men’s Chorale. Presented by Continuous Music, the concert delivered an evening of […]
The gathering for the unveiling of the monument. Photo: supplied.
The gathering for the unveiling of the monument. Photo: supplied. Jack Cook. Photo: supplied. A MONUMENT celebrating the traditional custodians of the Barrington River area was unveiled during a ceremony on Monday, 22 September. The idea for the monument came from the Cook Family of the Barrington Aboriginal Corporation. Those taking part in the event […]
