THIS Friday will mark the beginning of a series of talks at the James Theatre in Dungog. The “Illuminating Women” series is a collaboration between the Dungog-Clarence Town chapter of the CWA and the Paterson Allyn Williams Science & Ideas Hub. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth it for
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Dungog Council blames rising costs for fewer housing approvals
DUNGOG saw a 14 percent decrease in development application (DA) approvals in 2024 compared to 2023, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Of the 4808 building approvals in the Hunter Valley last year, 46 were in the Dungog Shire. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's
Annual Gresford show goes on despite heavy rain and mud
THE 93rd annual Gresford Show was held over the weekend with a wide range of events, competitions, and carnival rides. The wet weather meant the show’s horse program and camp draft were cancelled but the show committee and attendees didn’t let the rain and the mud get them bogged down. Advertise with
Dungog Rodeo rides back into action this Easter Saturday
THE Dungog Rodeo is set to return on Easter Saturday, 19 April, bringing with it a full day of adrenaline-pumping action, thrilling competition, and crowd-favourite entertainment. Held at the Dungog Showground, widely regarded as the most spectator-friendly natural amphitheatre in the region, the rodeo promises an unforgettable experience where every
Literary event: Tea Cooper and Sarah Barrie delight Dungog’s readers
LITERARY lovers turned out in force for an exciting evening at Dungog Library, as bestselling authors Tea Cooper and Sarah Barrie shared insights into their latest books. The highly anticipated event, held on 28 February, saw locals and visitors alike filling the library to hear Cooper discuss her new historical mystery,
Ken Knight Challenge raises $9000 for Dungog Palliative Care Volunteers
A GIANT cheque for a giant amount changed hands this week. At an official presentation on “Hospital Hill”, overlooking Dungog, representatives of Valley Team Penning and the Eastern Branch Australian Stock Horse Society (ASHS) donated $9000 to Dungog Shire Palliative Care Volunteers Inc. Advertise with News of The Area today. It's worth
Have your say: Dungog’s future starts here
Historic Gresford Show returns for 93rd agricultural showcase
Mini Boomerangs kick off
A BRAND-NEW initiative from Dungog Soccer Club has given local kids their first taste of the game, with the introduction of the Mini-Boomerangs program. Designed for children who have never played soccer before, the program has seen 18 enthusiastic youngsters aged four to eight hit the training paddock at Barnes
Dungog Council passes motion to explore options for caravan park
AT LAST week’s Dungog Shire Council meeting, councillor Liam Ley successfully proposed a motion to establish a caravan and holiday park in Dungog. The motion called for Council to consider a variety of sites and to seek interest from private or community organisations or individuals, including established operators. Advertise with News