AN exciting new exhibition by local artist Helene Leane opens at the Dungog Museum as part of the Dungog Christmas Street Party. Over the past year Helene has been creating a body of art work inspired by a beautifully ornate…
MIRACLE Urban has been announced the winner of this year’s Dungog Show Young Woman competition. The competition promotes awareness of the contribution of young women in rural communities and agricultural industries. Advertise with News of The Area today. It’s worth…
AUSTRALIA faces slightly slower growth and additional inflationary pressures from a second Donald Trump presidency but the federal treasurer believes the nation is well placed to withstand financial shocks. Australia is likely to fare better than other nations in handling…
THE Mara! Big Band is coming to Newcastle. The Big Band is an expanded version of the dual ARIA-winning Mara! Quintet, which has been at the forefront of the world/jazz movement in Australia for the past four decades, with multiple…
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…