EVERY year thousands of Australians shave, cut or colour their hair to raise money towards the goal of zero lives being lost to blood cancer by 2035. This month two Gloucester women will be shaving their heads with the aim…
SENIOR Constable Alison Stewart from Port Stephens Hunter Police District is this year’s Rotary NSW Police Officer of the Year. The NSW Police Officer of the Year awards is a joint initiative by Rotary Clubs of NSW and the NSW…
THIS story is part of a series about military veterans laid to rest at Dungog General Cemetery by Dungog RSL sub-Branch Vice-President Martin Holmes. 29299 BDR David Rupert Johns – WW1 (AIF) Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s…
TELLING the incredible stories of regional communities is what News Of The Area (NOTA) is all about. NOTA is currently seeking more enthusiastic locals with a background in writing to join the team in Dungog. Are you a freelance reporter,…
DUNGOG embraced Halloween with spine-tingling festivities on Thursday, 31 October, drawing locals of all ages into the fun. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for your business. Message us. Phone us – (02) 4981 8882. Email…
THE prime minister has ramped up campaign efforts ahead of a looming federal election, but some question his approach. Anthony Albanese last Tuesday helped open a new TAFE facility in Newcastle, emphasising its role in bolstering the area’s renewable energy…
IN early 2021 a passionate group of local producers transformed their vision into reality by founding the Dungog Wholefood Co-op. This grassroots, community-focused cooperative offers a diverse selection of chemical-free fresh produce, bread, milk, honey, and bulk foods, all available…
ARTS Upper Hunter’s John O’Brien met with Dungog Shire creatives and heritage handlers on Thursday, 31 October at the Dungog CWA Hall. Participants were invited to ask questions and make suggestions about Arts Upper Hunter’s priorities and strategic plans for…
CLARENCE Town was treated to the annual spectacle of the ‘Swim In’ from Monday 28 October to Sunday 3 November. Now in its ninth year, the local caravan park was bulging at the seams with owners of military vehicles, and…
A TRADITIONAL Remembrance Day service will be held at the Dungog RSL Memorial Club cenotaph on 11 November. The service, conducted by the Dungog RSL sub-Branch, commences at 10:30am. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…