Dione David

About Dione David

After graduating with a Bachelor of Journalism, Dione was first a journalist for local community newspapers and then a features writer for glossy magazines in the UK.
She then completed stints as a copywriter for Fairfax and an online lifestyle features writer, before leaving the media industry all together and declaring she would never return.
A decade later, when she’s not falling in love with writing again, she’s tending far too many houseplants and enjoying the chaos of life with her little family in the beautiful Illawarra region.
She enjoys telling people’s stories, covering everything from business to the environment, food and the arts.
Get in touch at ddavid@region.com.au

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Plate up with panache this Christmas - tips from a food aesthetics expert

Plate up with panache this Christmas - tips from a food aesthetics expert

24 December 2024 | By Dione David
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'Mini Australian Open' turns up the fun in Canberra these holidays

'Mini Australian Open' turns up the fun in Canberra these holidays

23 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Tradies not showing up for jobs – it baffles this award-winning plumbing business

Tradies not showing up for jobs – it baffles this award-winning plumbing business

22 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Ditching desk for dirt, this bricklayer's daughter became Business Person of the Year

Ditching desk for dirt, this bricklayer's daughter became Business Person of the Year

20 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Do you live, work or play regionally in the southern NSW and the ACT? Get to know RDASNA!

Do you live, work or play regionally in the southern NSW and the ACT? Get to know RDASNA!

19 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Meet the former WNBA number one draft pick bringing Texas grit to Canberra

Meet the former WNBA number one draft pick bringing Texas grit to Canberra

19 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Gaining experience, building connections, finding treasures: the life of a Vinnies summer volunteer

Gaining experience, building connections, finding treasures: the life of a Vinnies summer volunteer

18 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Fitness, fun and friendship: Why Volleyball ACT's Beach Leagues is summer's hottest activity

Fitness, fun and friendship: Why Volleyball ACT's Beach Leagues is summer's hottest activity

15 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Lifestyle
New nature-themed play and dino-mite adventures - our National Zoo has stepped it up

New nature-themed play and dino-mite adventures - our National Zoo has stepped it up

14 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Lifestyle
The best bathroom reno might boil down to these top tips

The best bathroom reno might boil down to these top tips

10 December 2024 | By Dione David
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What can you do when your settlement deal falls apart?

What can you do when your settlement deal falls apart?

9 December 2024 | By Dione David
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'You’ve got this': How a village helped this Canberra teen cast off her limits

'You’ve got this': How a village helped this Canberra teen cast off her limits

8 December 2024 | By Dione David
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In the market for an EV charger for your home? Here's what you need to know

In the market for an EV charger for your home? Here's what you need to know

7 December 2024 | By Dione David
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United we walk: Yass Valley’s message against domestic violence

United we walk: Yass Valley’s message against domestic violence

5 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Considering a dental implant? Read this first

Considering a dental implant? Read this first

3 December 2024 | By Dione David
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Live courtyard music, Muriel’s Wedding, retro doubles and more: summer sizzles at the NFSA

Live courtyard music, Muriel’s Wedding, retro doubles and more: summer sizzles at the NFSA

30 November 2024 | By Dione David
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The Brits are snapping up this Aussie solar innovation, and now you can get it in Canberra

The Brits are snapping up this Aussie solar innovation, and now you can get it in Canberra

29 November 2024 | By Dione David
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A Midsummer Night's Dream under an open sky is your gateway to the world of Shakespeare

A Midsummer Night's Dream under an open sky is your gateway to the world of Shakespeare

28 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Hiring consultants? Here are a few things you should think about first

Hiring consultants? Here are a few things you should think about first

28 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Bases loaded with entertainment for the Canberra Cavalry's upcoming themed nights

Bases loaded with entertainment for the Canberra Cavalry's upcoming themed nights

27 November 2024 | By Dione David
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What is it about these buildings that feels so luxe?

What is it about these buildings that feels so luxe?

27 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Their HQ is in Canberra, but the entire globe is watching these innovators change the world

Their HQ is in Canberra, but the entire globe is watching these innovators change the world

25 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Here's why your generosity means the world to Tania, and Canberra families like hers

Here's why your generosity means the world to Tania, and Canberra families like hers

23 November 2024 | By Dione David
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What's stopping guests in their tracks at this hotel lobby?

What's stopping guests in their tracks at this hotel lobby?

22 November 2024 | By Dione David
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News
Canberra welcomes the 'new benchmark' in early childhood education

Canberra welcomes the 'new benchmark' in early childhood education

22 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Community
Disaster hits and a person with disability needs your help – what now?

Disaster hits and a person with disability needs your help – what now?

21 November 2024 | By Dione David
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'Truly incredible' vibe as Stromlo Running Festival goes off with record numbers

'Truly incredible' vibe as Stromlo Running Festival goes off with record numbers

19 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Looking to hire innate problem solvers?

Looking to hire innate problem solvers?

19 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Running 4 Resilience takes two big steps closer to 'suicide free by 2033' goal

Running 4 Resilience takes two big steps closer to 'suicide free by 2033' goal

17 November 2024 | By Dione David
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For 88,000 Canberra premises, this NBN alternative can deliver faster, better, cheaper internet

For 88,000 Canberra premises, this NBN alternative can deliver faster, better, cheaper internet

14 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Short v long-term rental: Which model is more profitable for Canberra property owners?

Short v long-term rental: Which model is more profitable for Canberra property owners?

13 November 2024 | By Dione David
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Veterans are the skilled, reliable workforce smart companies can’t afford to overlook

Veterans are the skilled, reliable workforce smart companies can’t afford to overlook

12 November 2024 | By Dione David
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