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Directors from Canberra's main institutions previously joined forces to provide a "culture loop" bus, pictured in 2018. Picture by Karleen Minney

The 'national capital' is a rich community full of stories and history.

Canberra is not a political football

Reserve Bank of Australia Governor Michele Bullock. Picture by Sitthixay Ditthavong

Here's why and what it means for next week's budget.

If the RBA's right, interest rates may not fall for another year

I thought deeply about World Press Freedom Day on Saturday night. Picture Shutterstock

Getting the story costs more than 100 journalists their lives.

The freedom we take for granted is precious

Sustainability starts at home. Picture Shutterstock

And the govt must make it burdensome for all of us to be environmentally friendly.

The secret to meeting our net zero target is ... everyday Aussies

Pauline Hanson, second on left, arrives at the Federal Court of Australia in Sydney. Picture AAP

Hundreds of thousands of dollars and valuable court time is being wasted.

Tweeting twits and the staggering cost of defamation cases

Voice of Real Australia celebrates the storytelling of the ACM network's local journalists and long-standing regional and agricultural news outlets around the country.

The Voice of Real Australia newsletter is now five thanks to you.

After five years of newsletters, we're still keeping it real, Australia!

The concern is that younger social media users are not only less selective but are being steered by algorithms towards noxious content. Picture Shutterstock

Social media is like a letterbox jammed with junk mail.

AI serves up assault rifles and hearing aids

For years, Iran has been orchestrating a vast plan to encircle Israel militarily and attack it constantly. Picture Shutterstock

It's time for the government to go beyond rhetoric.

Why Australia should be more active in the new coalition against Iran

Climate issues pose a lot of threats to our future. Picture Shutterstock

Why are they not a priority for the powers that be?

Are climate security risks 'too big' for politics?

Home Affairs Minister Clare O'Neil could be moved in a reshuffle to revamp Labor. Picture by Karleen Minney

Is it time for Albanese to reshuffle its deck?

Labor is sorely mistaken if it thinks Dutton is unelectable

Representatives from the Williamtown RAAF base at Dungog's Anzac Day ceremony. Picture by Angus Michie

Over 350 people attended Dungog's main Anzac Day service.

Young impress on Anzac Day

Paterson Public School P&C members Kate Meyn-Shrimpton, Darren Gill and Heidi Barker at the Tocal Field Days. The stall will be one of many at the agricultural campus over the next few days. Picture by Alanna Tomazin

Four decades of fundraising

United Kingdom circus artist Ben Loades impresses Hunter audiences with his talent. Picture by Georgia Maloney

'The rope is an extension of me:' Ben stars in Limbo the Return.

Limbo the Return: Circus artist Ben Loades stuns audience with his skills

David McBride speaks to media outside court on Monday. Picture by Hannah Neale

Whistleblower's conduct 'honourable', lawyer says.

McBride's theft of 207 classified files 'dangerous': prosecutor

President of the Chamber of Commerce and owner of the Trading Post Therese McIntyre.

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Dungog Shire has a number of businesses in the finals.

Our businesses impress

Brett Watson with the layup of Dungog Train Station. Picture supplied

Train station model goes on tour in Sydney

Representatives from the Williamtown RAAF base at Dungog's ANZAC Day ceremony. Picture by Angus Michie

Over 350 people attended Dungog's main ANZAC Day service.

ANZAC Day 2024: 'best service we've had'

The Hunter River at Belmore Bridge on Tuesday morning. Picture by Michael Hartshorn

The SES has been responding to calls for sandbags and leaking roofs.

Hunter braces for another week of wet: Melville Ford Bridge under water

Hooke Street Reserve as seen from Brown Street. Picture by Angus Michie

Dog park bid falls short

Trains are running again between Maitland and Dungog.

Buses replace trains between Maitland and Newcastle due to flooding on tracks

Anne Higgins and Carol Skafte-Zauss getting ready for the opening of the Imagination Library. Picture by Angus Michie

Fifteen children across Dungog are set to receive a free book every month with the launch of Dolly Parton's Imagination Library.

Opening of Dungog's Imagination Library program gets kids reading

Molly Ticehurst's death in Forbes sparked calls for action on addressing domestic violence in regional NSW. Picture supplied

Regional NSW is more dangerous for women than Sydney.

Revealed: the worst local government locations for domestic violence

Lachlan Richardson has been announced as the NSW captain in the upcoming PBR Australia state of origin series. Picture supplied

Gresford's Lachlan Richardson named as NSW captain for PBR state of origin

The editors of ACM's 14 daily newspapers have appealed to their thousands of social media followers to show their support for local journalism as Mark Zuckerberg's Meta devalues trusted news on its Facebook and Instagram platforms.

Don't rely on an algorithm to show you real news: ACM editors

Before Meta blocks news in your feed, here's how you can support journalism

A competitor falls at the Dungog Rodeo. Picture by Angus Michie

Dungog based rider Thomas Hudson won the opens bull ride.

2024 Dungog Rodeo's crowd sets record

Nina Williams is celebrating 20 years of service at the Dungog Shire Community Centre. Picture supplied

Nina Williams celebrated 20 years at the community centre.

Nina honoured for two decades helping others

Darryn Turner racing his coffin cart. Picture by Angus Michie

The Gresford Billy Cart Derby took place on Saturday, March 30.

Gresford Billy Cart Derby funds road safety signs

Shelby-Lee Wintle poses for a traditional boxing photo with her gold medal proudly hanging around her neck. Picture supplied

Shelby-Lee Wintle thanked her trainers at Paterson Boxing Gym.

Wintle strikes again and wins in NZ

Martins Creek Quarry Action Group member Brenda Tanner speaking at the conciliation meeting. Picture by Angus Michie

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The conciliation meeting was the first step in Daracon's appeal.

No decision reached on Martins Creek Quarry's expansion plan

David Hall OAM presenting Claire Harvey with her award. Picture supplied

Claire Harvey was named Dungog's 2023 Young Citizen of the Year.

Claire Harvey inspiring women in agriculture

Dungog Council's general manager Gareth Curtis. 

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The application was for Paterson sports ground.

Council loses native title non-claimant battle in court

Dungog Council will look into hiring a Grants Officer.

Dowling and mayor at odds over grant probe

A crash at the 2023 Gresford Billy Cart Derby. Picture by Peter Lorimer

The Gresford Billy Cart Derby is raising money for road safety.

Annual Gresford Billy Cart Derby speeding ahead

The Martins Creek Quarry. Picture by Marina Neil. (Below) Martins Creek Quarry Action Group secretary James Ashton. Picture by Jonathan Carroll 

A court conciliation meeting is the first step in the process