March 7, 2026

Dungog Shire News Of The Area

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Barrington beef judged to be among Australia’s top one percent Allan Waldon (centre) with Joshua Gilbert (President, Wingham Beef Week) and Chris Black (General Manager, Wingham Beef Exports). Picture: supplied.
Event, Food

Barrington beef judged to be among Australia’s top one percent

BARRINGTON beef farmer Allan Waldon, received top placings in Wingham Beef Week for four unled steers. The week-long program focused on the beef cattle industry and was held at the Wingham Showgrounds between 12-16 May – before the town was flooded. “This year we had a record number of entries,” Vice President Mat Knox told […]

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Latin music workshop to be held in Dungog ALLY will present the Latin music workshop. Photo: supplied.
Entertainment

Latin music workshop to be held in Dungog

A COMMUNITY Latin music workshop will be held at the Dungog Anglican Hall on Saturday, 22 June, featuring ARIA-nominated performers ALLY. Arts Upper Hunter describes the workshop as a “funky fun and rhythmic workshop that’s not just for musicians but anyone who wants to learn some great Latin beats”. ALLY are passionate exponents of South […]

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‘Deadly Inspiring’ documentary screened in Dungog Co-director Semara Jose at the screening.
Film

‘Deadly Inspiring’ documentary screened in Dungog

FIFTY-SIX people gathered at Dungog’s historic James Theatre on Saturday 31 May, for a special screening of the award-winning documentary “The Voice – A Journey to be Heard”. Presented by Reconciliation Dungog, the event featured the film’s co-director and Cairns Indigenous leader, Semara Jose, who was the evening’s honoured guest. Semara’s presence brought a personal […]

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Gresford Community Gallery celebrates Winter Exhibition The gallery opened its doors last September.
Entertainment

Gresford Community Gallery celebrates Winter Exhibition

GRESFORD Community Gallery will hold a celebratory opening of its Winter Exhibition on Sunday, 1 June from 2-4pm. Almost nine months old, the gallery is set amidst the botanical gardens and visitors’ park in the rural village of East Gresford. “The Winter Exhibition will include a stunning array of quality Hunter Valley art and craft, […]

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The Big Screen
Film

The Big Screen

THERE is only one notable release in Australian cinemas this week, though it’s likely to be on a fair few “Top 10” lists come the end of 2025. Lilo & Stitch gets the live-action adaptation treatment from Disney. It follows the adventures of the alien “Experiment 626” after he crashes in Hawaii and is adopted […]

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Drones provide eyes in the sky for Fisheries Officers
Fishing

Drones provide eyes in the sky for Fisheries Officers

THE NSW Department of Primary Industries and Regional Development (DPIRD) is harnessing the power of drones to enhance fisheries compliance operations DPIRD Director Fisheries Compliance Mika Malkki said fisheries officers are responsible for monitoring the vast coastline and inland lakes and rivers across NSW and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are proving to be a game […]

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Wellnest event unites community for mental health support Craig Hamilton, Jye Currie, Sarah Crawford and Matthew Coxhill at the screening of The Promise. Photo: Dave Robinson Photography.
Film

Wellnest event unites community for mental health support

Craig Hamilton, Jye Currie, Sarah Crawford and Matthew Coxhill at the screening of The Promise. Photo: Dave Robinson Photography. Attendees at the Wellnest event. Photo: Dave Robinson Photography. Attendees at the Wellnest event. Photo: Dave Robinson Photography. DESPITE inclement weather, around 50 locals attended the Wellnest showcase in Dungog, where 20 organisations gathered to provide […]

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Cairns director to share powerful message at Voice screening Voice director Semara Jose.
Film

Cairns director to share powerful message at Voice screening

DUNGOG’s James Theatre will host a powerful screening of Australian documentary “Voice” on Saturday, 31 May, as part of Reconciliation Week events. The screening will be particularly significant, with co-director Semara Jose travelling all the way from Cairns to engage with the audience and discuss the making of the film. Voice follows the journey of […]

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Stroud’s Mick Henrickson carves out success at the Australian Butcher Wars Stroud butcher Mick Henrickson.
Entertainment, Food

Stroud’s Mick Henrickson carves out success at the Australian Butcher Wars

STROUD butcher Mick Henrickson has proven his skills on the national stage, placing seventh in the prestigious Australian Butcher Wars competition held in Sydney earlier this month. Representing Stroud Butchery, Mick competed against some of the most talented butchers from across the country in a fast-paced showdown of precision, creativity, and craftsmanship. The event, part […]

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Bandon Grove brews up support for Cancer Council at Biggest Morning Tea The impressive turnout in the hall.
Community, Event

Bandon Grove brews up support for Cancer Council at Biggest Morning Tea

Jean Watts, Faye Moore, Ronda Shelton, Jennifer Chant and Jane Frankham. Wendy Howard, Kath Gilbert and Norah Shore. The impressive turnout in the hall. Bruce Read, Helene Leane and Cathy Schnieder of Dungog Clarence Town CWA, and Jeanne Harrison. MORE than 100 people gathered at Bandon Grove Hall on Tuesday 6 May for the much-loved […]

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