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 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 […]
The Spooky Men’s Choral. Mic Conway and Robbie Long. DUNGOG is gearing up for a weekend of outstanding live music, with two of the town’s favourite venues presenting back-to-back national acts. On Friday night, 26 September, the iconic James Theatre will host the Spooky Men’s Chorale, presented by Continuous Music. Known for their rich harmonies, […]
The car show will feature an impressive line-up of Holden Toranas. Photo: Hunter Valley Torana Club.
DUNGOG’S Lara Aged Care is set to echo with the rumble of classic Holden engines on Monday, 6 October, as members of the Hunter Valley Torana Club roll in to give residents a motoring treat. The car show, featuring an impressive line-up of Holden Toranas from various years, mostly from the 1970s, will be held […]
Workshop tutors Sasi Victoire and Leigh Nankervis.
Workshop tutors Sasi Victoire and Leigh Nankervis. Julie with her print ‘Peace Equals Friendship’. Karyn and Sharon with tutor Sasi Victoire. Sasi, Karyn, Leigh, Karen and Julie test print a block. SUNDAY 21 September was the UN’s International Day Of Peace, while 20-26 September was the World Week for Peace in Palestine and Israel. To […]
Mindfulness tea tasting at Pathways Studio. Dr Allen Crosson pours the tea. Tea set for mindfulness. TEA became much more than a drink at Pathways Studio on Saturday 13 September, when the wellness space hosted a “Mindfulness Tea Tasting” in conjunction with the annual Dungog Tea Party. Led by Dr Allen Crosson, Oriental Medicine Practitioner, […]
