Australia Day Award Winners
A huge congratulations to Trudy Balstad, our 2024 Citizen of the Year! Trudy’s generosity and kindness have had a profound and lasting impact on our community for all the hard work she does. Also, congratulations to Samantha Bean, Environmental Citizen of the Year and to Jack McBlane & James Ryan, Young Citizens of the Year.
New Clarence Town Bridge
Dungog Shire Council has awarded Bridgeworks (Aust.) Pty Ltd the tender for the detailed design and construction of the new Clarence Town Bridge.
The new dual-lane bridge will feature a pedestrian walkway, upgraded road approaches, and improved footpaths, ensuring safer and easier access across the Williams River to Clarence Town. It will complement the heritage listed Brig O’Johnston Bridge, which will remain open to traffic throughout the construction process.
The final design of the bridge will be completed in the coming months, with construction expected to begin in April/May. The project is set to take up to 24 months to complete.
Clarence Town Structure Plan
Following feedback from community workshops held last year, the Draft Clarence Town Structure Plan and Streetscape Master Plan were placed on public exhibition from 12th February until Wednesday, 12 March 2025.
The draft Plans outline a strategic vision for sustainable growth, improved live ability, and enhanced public spaces in Clarence Town. These Plans provide a framework for the town’s future development and growth over the next 30 years. The Plans are displayed on Council’s website and feedback can be submitted there also. A hard copy can still be viewed at the Clarence Town Post Office.
During February Council held a series of in-person sessions with the draft Plans on display to allow the community to provide your feedback. A final session will be held on Tuesday 4th March at the Clarence Town School of Arts between 4.30pm and 6.30pm.
Your local B Ward Councillors:
James Campbell 0484 599 709
james.campbell@dungog.nsw.gov.au
Steve low 4996 4022
steve.low49@gmail.com
