- The Leader reports the death of Arnold Needham. Pte Arnold Needham Killed
- The Leader publishes the 197th casualty list, which includes the death of Cecil Parker Ashdown
- “An enthusiastic meeting of ladies” takes place at the Orange Town Hall to organise fundraising activities for Wattle Day on 21 August. The meeting agrees to use the funds to send Christmas gifts to local soldiers fighting overseas. Christmas Gifts For Soldiers
16 August 1916
