CHARITIES and not-for-profit organisations in regional NSW with inspiring ideas are encouraged to apply for financial assistance through a grant from the Newcastle Permanent Charitable Foundation (NPCF). This year the NPCF’s annual grassroots grants program has more than $540,000 available to support the health and social wellbeing of communities in regional NSW. The program offers […]

Frank Robinson (circled) pictured with sergeants of A Company, 1st Light Horse Regiment before embarkation for Gallipoli in 1914. The Dungog sign remembering Frank Robinson’s service on the battlefield and in the shire’s civic life. DUNGOG’S much-loved riverside park carries the name of Frank Robinson for good reason. Frank Henry Robinson first came to public […]

Anyone recognise him? An image of a naval officer was among the Davies family’s memorabilia. Photo: Supplied. Look at that vehicle! Davies family members and friends at Jenolan Caves. Photo: Supplied. One of the certificates among the trove of Davies’ family memorabilia, issued to Celeste Grierson for church attendance. Photo: Supplied. A boy and his […]

FROM monster trucks to monster appetites, Dungog Show is shaping up as another beauty this year. “We are excited to have a Monster Truck and Stunt Jeep team hitting the main arena on Saturday, 14 November,” said show president, Jeanie Briggs-Seers. “All of our usual favourites will be here, with Demo Derby on track, Ka-boom’s […]