Robyn Werkhoven and Helen Russell Brown at Gresford Community Gallery receiving delivery of work for the Exhibition 2026. Photo: supplied. Art works at the gallery. Photo: supplied. THE Gresford Community Gallery is set to celebrate local creativity and artistic achievement with the official opening of Exhibition 2026 on Saturday, 21 February, from 2pm to 4pm. […]

Emily Lawler and Dan Webster. The Teeny Tiny Stevies. DUNGOG is set to welcome international talent in the coming months, with acclaimed performers from the UK bringing world-class music to local stages.  The announcement highlights Dungog’s growing reputation as a destination for live entertainment, with shows catering to both folk aficionados and families. Internationally acclaimed […]

DUNGOG Shire will mark Australia Day with a formal Citizenship and Citizen of the Year Awards Ceremony, followed by free family-friendly activities to help residents cool off for the rest of the day. Dungog Shire Council will host the official Australia Day ceremony to welcome the Shire’s newest Australian citizens and to recognise the outstanding […]

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 […]

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 […]

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. 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 […]

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 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 […]

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 […]