THE holidays can be a very busy time for businesses in any area; people are buying presents and travelling, putting much-needed money back into the local economy. This was no different for Dungog. Advertise with News of The Area today.…
IT seems quite a few Dungog area residents are interested in Bush and Country dancing. Following a recent News Of The Area article, local dance caller Pauline Cambourne received a number of calls from people interested in finding out more.…
A YEAR jam-packed with events and fundraisers is on the horizon for the Dungog chapter of the Country Women’s Association (CWA). In their first meeting of 2025, members shifted straight into high gear to organise activities in support of the…
DUNGOG Shire has recognised an outstanding group of locals who have made a significant impact on the community with the presentation of the 2025 Australia Day Awards. Clarence Town community hero Trudy Balstad was named the 2025 Dungog Shire Citizen…
FOR those who can afford it, adding a battery could beat the “sun tax” that will further deplete the once-generous rate of return for rooftop solar pioneers. A third of Australia’s households have rooftop solar and almost three quarters of…
THE Dungog-Clarence Town branch of the NSW Country Women’s Association (CWA) is holding free ‘Cartoon Collaging’ workshops for children during the school holidays. All school age children are welcome to attend on Mondays and Tuesdays from 9.30am to 12pm at…
BEN Steer, a seasoned music industry professional with an impressive career spanning decades, is injecting new energy into Dungog’s vibrant cultural community. With a lifetime in the music business, Ben’s experience encompasses roles in marketing, promotion, and A&R for all…
THE 2024 Bandon Grove Community Christmas Tree event was once again packed with drama and excitement. A long-standing tradition and community effort, it still draws a crowd every year. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…
AUSTRALIANS living with any kind of cancer will find it easier to get support as a proven breast cancer model is expanded to all. The federal government has committed $2.3 million to the McGrath Foundation to expand an online tool…
PRIZES, paintings and performances featured on Friday evening at the opening of Dungog Arts Society’s latest exhibition. The creative showcase was officially opened by Dungog Shire councillor Michael Dowling. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth it for…