DUNGOG Common’s trails and access roads have been battered by more than a metre of rain so far this year, and Dungog Community Projects, the group responsible for managing the popular recreation area, is now calling for community help to fund vital repairs.
Penny Willcock, chair of Dungog Community Projects, said the damage to the Common’s flow trails and shuttle road was significant.
“All the works on the Common come from donations and grants, and the damage from these constant heavy rains will cost a lot to repair,” she said.
“With… 320 millimetres just last month alone, the trails and roads are in a bad state.
“We need at least $50,000 to get everything back in shape.”
Ms Willcock acknowledged that many local residents were also facing the challenges of water damage.
“We appreciate that everyone has some leak or damage to fix, but if you can help, the money will go to good use,” she said.
The call for donations comes as local businesses continue to show their support for recovery efforts.
Lovey’s Grocers IGA has contributed another cheque from its Rewards program, adding to the ongoing backing from businesses across the region.
Howard Glenn, a board member for Dungog Community Projects, thanked Lovey’s and other local groups for their help.
“Lovey’s is one of several businesses and community groups that have contributed to the Dungog Common over the years,” he said.
“The grants from the government to this region are thin on the ground these days, and we will rely even more heavily on all our local supporters to keep the Common alive and well.”
For more information or to help, contact Howard Glenn on 0409 038 452.
By Shannon BENTON
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