We welcome donations
If any group or individual would like to help the Common out with a donation go to or Sponsors page and fill out the form and we’ll get back to you.
GalleryTracks and Traces 4/03/2018
Tracks and Traces: Finding hidden wildlife of the Dungog Common
Sunday 4 March 2018
This is a citizen science event aiming to identify and record the presence of a range of species of animals and plants found on the Dungog Common with the assistance of professional ecologists/biologists. Check out the details on our Events page. All are welcome, registration and other details can be found here. Like us on Facebook.
GalleryBe Bird alert – talk & walk & squawk
Sat 21 & Sun 22 October
Bird talk 3pm Saturday 21 Oct, James Theatre, Dungog
Robert Griffin, a member from Birds Australia (now called BirdLife Australia), will talk about different types of birds & their habits and habitats, some basic recognition tips, information on endangered birds and recent research programs plus some handy hints on what to do when you find an injured bird. Also you’ll find out about the Aussie Bird Count app so you can join in the Aussie Backyard Bird Count 23-29 Oct.
Robert has been a birdwatcher for 40 years. He first became interested in birds while living in the Blue Mountains and while his initial interest was in ‘bush birds’, it now extends to all types of birds including waders and seabirds. He is an active member and supporter of organisations such as Birds Australia and Birding NSW and is involved in monitoring programs such as those for the Powerful Owl and for the Australian Wader Studies Group. He also leads birding tours in Sydney and in regional New South Wales.
Walk & bird count with a mentor Sunday morning 22 Oct
Visit a local bird haven at Dungog Common with a group to spot birds under the guidance of a bird mentor. Time & location details will be arranged at the Saturday afternoon talk at the James Theatre.
Have a squawk at the Big Bird Breakfast Sunday 22 Oct
Meet up after the bird count and find out how it all went over brunch at the Community Garden 103 Dowling St Dungog.
Join in the Aussie Backyard Bird Count 23-29 Oct
Record the birds you see on the Aussie Bird Count app and be part of Australia’s biggest Citizen Science event.
Be Bird alert is organised by the Paterson Allyn Williams Science Hub
HMBA 3 hour Cross Country Results
On August 27, 2017 there were 56 riders who enjoyed the splendour that is Dungog Common in spring by competing in the Hunter Mountainbike Association’s 3 hour cross country endurance competition.
Full results can be found here:
Trailforks
How good is Trailforks a website (and app) that is a mountain bike trail database & management system for riders, builders & trail associations. Trailforks is a site where users help grow and maintain the database by submitting new trails, updating existing trails & submitting reports on trails. Users can also add photos & videos which are tagged to trails found on the website.
Trailforks is a unique mix between a crowd-sourced and moderated site, built from the start with local trail associations & clubs in mind. Offering unique features and tools to help promote local clubs, business and trail supporters. Promoting clubs on trail and area pages, encouraging users to join or donate. They also promote local products like physical maps and guidebooks.
Dungog Dash & Dawdle
Well the Dungog Dash & dawdle is done and dusted again for another year. There were about 200 runners and about $7,000 was raised for the Dungog Shire Community Centre! Thanks to all participants and volunteers for a great day! The course volunteers and the marshals received very positive feedback.
For next year, 2018:
1. There will a low cost family entry fee.
2. The 2018 D&D will be on Sunday the 5th of August, so please save the date.
We are keenly seeking sponsors, so if you think you can help please contact the Dungog Shire Community Centre.
Keep up to date through the Dungog Dash & Dawdle Facebook page.
