DESTINY Haven has been the beneficiary of a fundraiser by the Tea Gardens’ St Andrews Anglican Church Op Shop. Wednesday 10 December saw a return visit by the residents of the shelter for women near Dungog, who applied newly acquired skills to produce wares including jams, relishes, chocolates, plum puddings, and bags. “They are a […]
Music, family and community take centre stage at Bandon Grove Hall
Bandon Grove Hall lights up the community. The Magpie Diaries. THE historic Bandon Grove Community Hall is preparing to open its doors to a vibrant new chapter with a full calendar of live music and cultural events planned for the year ahead. Rich in character and community spirit, the much-loved wooden hall nestled just outside […]
A Christmas to remember at Dungog Shire Community Centre’s free lunch
Volunteers at the lunch Festive spirit in full swing THE Dungog Shire Community Centre’s (DSCC) annual free Community Christmas Lunch proved, once again, to be a heartfelt highlight on Christmas Day. Held at Dungog Public School, the event welcomed more than 80 community members, including individuals, families and visitors from across the Shire. Bringing warmth, […]
Coffin weaving comes to Dungog
Coffin weaving. Workshop participants enjoy the process. A DEEPLY meaningful creative workshop will take place in the Upper Hunter early next year, blending ancient craft practices with the local landscape and a strong sense of place. On 31 January and 1 February, participants will gather for a ‘Coffin Weaving’ workshop led by renowned fibre artist […]
Water lifeline: Booral family steps up in Stroud blaze
Wayne’s tanker delivering water. Photo: supplied. Gloucester Fire and Rescue attacking the flames. Photo: supplied. NUMEROUS firefighting crews, including Gloucester Fire and Rescue, were called to help contain a fire which recently broke out in bushland near Stroud golf course. Gloucester Fire and rescue were joined by several Rural Fire Service (RFS) units as well […]
Petrichor Play Choir brings community singing to Dungog
PETRICHOR Play Choir will host an open trial session for new singers on Sunday 14 December from 1pm to 4pm at the Anglican Church in Dungog. The once-a-month sing-along invites locals of all ages, genders and abilities to experience the warm, uplifting energy of community singing, with no prior experience needed. The Petrichor Choir, well-known […]
Community spirit sparkles at Dungog’s Christmas Street Party
Xavier King at the Dungog Shire Community Centre stall Jess Watkins at the Dungog Death Collective stall Chel King at the Earth and Elm stall Making Christmas stars at Dungog Wholefood Co-op DOWNTOWN Dungog came alive on Friday 28 November, as the community gathered for the Dungog District Chamber of Commerce’s Great Aussie Christmas Street […]
Radio Dungog’s launches long-awaited new studios to a full house
Dan Lyons, Margie Hunter, Michael Beaumont, Alexandria Carruthers, and Nola McDonald at the launch. The crowd hears from Radio Dungog President Nola McDonald. Locals check out the new studios. Luke Burns on air. RADIO Dungog 2DCR 107.9FM officially launched its long-awaited new studios on Tuesday 25 November, with a large number of locals gathering at […]
Dungog Shire Community Centre brings festive cheer with free community Christmas lunch
DUNGOG Shire Community Centre’s much-loved Christmas lunch is joyfully returning this year, inviting locals of all ages to come together and share in the true spirit of the season. Lunch is held on Christmas Day from 11.30am to 1.30pm at Dungog Public School on the corner of Dowling and Chapman Streets. The annual event brings […]
Numbers increase for the 130th Dungog Show
Mandy Shumack and Isabell Seers on the gate, greeting everyone with a smile. Jordan, Walt, Henry and Louis celebrated a win in the Junior pavilion events. Richelle Dorney raises dust in the campdraft yard. Bridie Hinton and Luke competed in Friday’s ring events Liz and Sarah and the Champion Pot Plant. CROWDS flocked from across […]
