In its third year the Dowling Street Christmas Party once again showed community spirit at its best. A sincere thank you to everyone who participated and came along. Without the support, participation and generosity of the many volunteer groups and individuals events such as this would not be possible.
The success of this event has been built on community engagement with businesses, community associations, schools, churches, volunteers and individuals all coming together to offer a positive share family experience.
Many thanks once again to our Marshall for this year’s Street Parade, Ivan Skaines. Ivan said It was great to see participation by so many local clubs, emergency services including Dungog Historic Motor Club, Rattlin Bones and Engine Groans, ‘Dungog and District Neighbourcare, the Rural Fire Service, SES and Police, as well as locals and visitors who took part in the walking part of the parade with camels , sheep and other characters as well. Also, the Parade would not have been possible without the support of volunteers and equipment from Dungog Shire Events and Dungog Rotary who organised traffic management. All in all a great event, and particular credit to those who took time out from their fire fighting duties to support the Parade and for the support of Modern Motors who safely delivered Santa to the event
This year we had great participation from business with most offering extended trading hours. We received many positive reports of increased trade from business and stall holders who also participated.
It is also fantastic to see the community coming together, celebrating and supporting each other with an enormous amount of community pride
Christmas is a time of giving and there is never a better time to give back to your local community than by shopping local and supporting small business. It would do us all well to consider not only what we should buy for our loved ones this Christmas but where our money is going once it is spent.
When you shop at locally-owned stores, the money you spend stays within the community and shopping locally this Christmas will directly benefit you and your community. Let encourage local prosperity and support our local businesses this year.
As another year draws to a close it is very rewarding to finish on such a high note. On behalf of the Dungog District Chamber of Commerce, we hope through our efforts, initiatives and events throughout the year we have made a contribution.
Due to the support and enthusiasm of not only our members but many members of the Community, the Chamber has, once again been able to take significant steps forward during 2019 and we look forward to working with you again in 2020
Christmas is a great time to take a break and get some perspective on all the wonderful opportunities the New Year will bring.
So from all of us here at the Dungog District Chamber of Commerce may your Christmas be filled with joy, celebration and rest and may 2020 be prosperous and happy.
Jennifer Lewis
President – Dungog District Chamber of Commerce
