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Festive Fun for Everyone: Newcastle's Christmas & New Years Spectacular

The uplifting music of Christmas carols and children laughing in excitement and delight are the sounds of Christmas in the city...

Top Five Things To Do in the Hunter this Summer!

Whether you're a longtime local looking to rediscover your hometown or a visitor seeking authentic Newcastle experiences, these...

Local Youth Celebrate Creativity and Connection Through Made @ The Place Program

The Made @ The Place program AT The Place Charlestown Community Centre, has proven to be a transformative initiative for local youth...

NEWY NYE 24/25

Join the party on the Newcastle foreshore to celebrate New Years Eve 24/25 with an inclusive celebration of community, creativity and fun!

Hunter Valley Gardens Dazzles with Southern Hemisphere's Largest Light Display

The magic of Christmas is set to illuminate the Hunter Valley once again as the renowned Christmas Lights Spectacular returns for 2024-25

World-First Dinosaur Exhibition Roars into Newcastle Museum

Dinosaurs: Surviving Extinction showcases an impressive collection of fossils and bones and interactive displays that tell the remarkable st

Hunter Drama Grows Regional Footprint with New Classes and Locations

Hunter Drama, the leading youth drama education and theatre company in the region, is thrilled to announce exciting new offerings for 2025!

Festive Fun for Everyone: Newcastle's Christmas & New Years Spectacular

Top Five Things To Do in the Hunter this Summer!

Local Youth Celebrate Creativity and Connection Through Made @ The Place Program

NEWY NYE 24/25

Hunter Valley Gardens Dazzles with Southern Hemisphere's Largest Light Display

World-First Dinosaur Exhibition Roars into Newcastle Museum

Hunter Drama Grows Regional Footprint with New Classes and Locations

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Festive Fun for Everyone: Newcastle's Christmas & New Years Spectacular

The uplifting music of Christmas carols and children laughing in excitement and delight are the sounds of Christmas in the city...

Top Five Things To Do in the Hunter this Summer!

Whether you're a longtime local looking to rediscover your hometown or a visitor seeking authentic Newcastle experiences, these...

Local Youth Celebrate Creativity and Connection Through Made @ The Place Program

The Made @ The Place program AT The Place Charlestown Community Centre, has proven to be a transformative initiative for local youth...

NEWY NYE 24/25

Join the party on the Newcastle foreshore to celebrate New Years Eve 24/25 with an inclusive celebration of community, creativity and fun!

Hunter Valley Gardens Dazzles with Southern Hemisphere's Largest Light Display

The magic of Christmas is set to illuminate the Hunter Valley once again as the renowned Christmas Lights Spectacular returns for 2024-25

World-First Dinosaur Exhibition Roars into Newcastle Museum

Dinosaurs: Surviving Extinction showcases an impressive collection of fossils and bones and interactive displays that tell the remarkable st

Hunter Drama Grows Regional Footprint with New Classes and Locations

Hunter Drama, the leading youth drama education and theatre company in the region, is thrilled to announce exciting new offerings for 2025!

Staging Success: Newcastle's Youngest Producer Takes Centre Stage

In 2025, audiences have two musicals that Hyde Entertainment is mounting to look forward to - the Tony Award-winning The 25th Annual...

Cooks Hill School of Music: Building Harmony in the Heart of Newcastle

In its inaugural year, Cooks Hill School of Music has emerged as a vibrant hub for musical education under the passionate direction...

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Local Youth Celebrate Creativity and Connection Through Made @ The Place Program

The Made @ The Place program AT The Place Charlestown Community Centre, has proven to be a transformative initiative for local youth...

December-January Gig Guide

Support live music this holiday season with our local gig guide for Newcastle, the Hunter and Lake Macquarie.

Cooks Hill School of Music: Building Harmony in the Heart of Newcastle

In its inaugural year, Cooks Hill School of Music has emerged as a vibrant hub for musical education under the passionate direction...

Summer Sizzles in Maitland with Festive Fun and Family Adventures

The launch of What's On Maitland, a comprehensive summer events calendar, marks the beginning of a season filled with memorable experiences

Festive Spirit Returns with Newcastle Permanent Carols in the Park

The magic of Christmas returns to Cessnock Sportsground with Newcastle Permanent Carols in the Park on Friday, 6 December!

Growth, Community, and Innovation | Hunter Mayors Reveal Their Vision for 2025 and Beyond

Hunter Mayors Reveal Their Vision for 2025 and Beyond

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Top Five Things To Do in the Hunter this Summer!

Whether you're a longtime local looking to rediscover your hometown or a visitor seeking authentic Newcastle experiences, these...

Hot Eats in the Hunter

Uncover the ultimate Hunter Valley dining experience this Summer with out top picks and favourite eats! Discover a variety of cuisines...

Hot Eats in the Hunter | Newcastle

Uncover the ultimate Newcastle dining experience this Summer with out top picks and favourite eats!

Golden Age Glamour: Hao Chi Brings Shanghai Style to King Street

Hao Chi by Lee's Yum Cha has quickly become a landmark in Newcastle, marrying traditional Cantonese flavours with a modern, elevated dining

Prawns, the Ultimate Christmas Feast

As the warm embrace of summer coincides with the festive season, Australians are busy planning their Christmas celebrations.

From High Heels to High Yields | Emma White's Winemaking Adventure

Republished with permission: Your Hunter Valley Magazine (www.yourhuntervalley.com.au). Fun with serious intent is the catch cry of Emma...

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Festive Fun for Everyone: Newcastle's Christmas & New Years Spectacular

The uplifting music of Christmas carols and children laughing in excitement and delight are the sounds of Christmas in the city...

Top Five Things To Do in the Hunter this Summer!

Whether you're a longtime local looking to rediscover your hometown or a visitor seeking authentic Newcastle experiences, these...

Local Youth Celebrate Creativity and Connection Through Made @ The Place Program

The Made @ The Place program AT The Place Charlestown Community Centre, has proven to be a transformative initiative for local youth...

NEWY NYE 24/25

Join the party on the Newcastle foreshore to celebrate New Years Eve 24/25 with an inclusive celebration of community, creativity and fun!

Hunter Valley Gardens Dazzles with Southern Hemisphere's Largest Light Display

The magic of Christmas is set to illuminate the Hunter Valley once again as the renowned Christmas Lights Spectacular returns for 2024-25

World-First Dinosaur Exhibition Roars into Newcastle Museum

Dinosaurs: Surviving Extinction showcases an impressive collection of fossils and bones and interactive displays that tell the remarkable st

FASHION + BEAUTY >

A Legacy of Excellence in Custom Jewellery

Williams the Jeweller has built a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship, customer service, and unique designs and with 34 years...

Take Your Face To The Gym!

I have never liked my skin. I know this sounds like a very first-world problem.

Hunter Vintage & Retro Fair

If you’re in the market to buy or sell vintage, retro, rockabilly and alternative clothing, this is the event for you!

What's On Newcastle | Fashion Thrift Society

Join us for an exciting two days at 'Fashion Thrift Society', Australia's largest fashion market.

Dr Holmes Answers Your Skin-Care Questions

Dr Kathryn Holmes from The Mayah Clinic answers skin care questions in our October issue of intouch Magazine!

Love the Skin You're In... At Any Age!

I am proudly anti-ageist. I value individuality and the wisdom, knowledge and experience only years on this earth can deliver.

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December 2024 Horoscopes

Discover what's written in the stars for your star sign this month with December's horoscopes.

Osteoporosis: The Silent Disease

Osteoporosis is sometimes referred to as the "silent disease" because it can develop unnoticed until a fracture occurs.

Slow is Fast | Belledental

This kind of approach applies to the successful development of any result, and it is a motto that I adopted some years ago in delivering...

January 2025 Horoscopes

To discover what’s in store for you in the new year, check out our January 2025 horoscopes.

Sizzling for Support Fire up the BBQ to Fight Breast Cancer

The Hunter Breast Cancer Foundation (HBCF) has launched its BBQ For Boobs campaign, which will run until the end of November.

Discover Lasting Relief from Dry Eyes with Dry Eye Solution

If you’re one of the many who suffer from dry, irritated eyes, you know how much it can affect daily life.

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Innovation Meets Tradition with Premium Window Solutions | Windsor Blinds

Windsor Blinds, Awnings and Shutters have pioneered window covering solutions in Newcastle and the Hunter for almost 80 years.

Jetmaster Newcastle | Your Heritage Hardware Haven

While Jetmaster Newcastle is renowned for premium fireplaces, they're also the region's leading supplier of period architectural hardware an

Winter Home Prep: Tackling the TO: DO List!

As the cooler months approach, savvy Newcastle homeowners know it's crunch time to get outstanding home maintenance jobs squared away...

Jetmaster Newcastle Brings the Heat this Winter with Stunning Fireplace Solutions

As winter approaches, Jetmaster Newcastle is proving yet again why it’s the go-to destination for premium fireplace solutions to keep...

Windsor's 80 Years of Blind Innovation Future Proofing Newcastle

For almost 80 years, Newcastle's Windsor Blinds, Awnings and Shutters has been a frontrunner in design and technology for window coverings.

First Home Buyers Staking a Claim

First-home buyers are staking their claim on property markets around the nation once more, with activity increasing by about 13 per cent...

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Growth, Community, and Innovation | Hunter Mayors Reveal Their Vision for 2025 and Beyond

Hunter Mayors Reveal Their Vision for 2025 and Beyond

From Family Road Trip to Real Estate Superstar: Lyndall Allan's Extraordinary Journey

It’s been an extraordinary trajectory for Lyndall Allan, Director of Salt Property, since opening her real estate business in January 2022.

Salt Property | Revolutionising the Newcastle Real Estate Scene

Lyndall Allan started her own Newcastle real estate agency, Salt Property, in January of 2022.

Balancing Capital Preservation and Volatility in Retirement Investments

For retirees, preserving capital is generally their highest priority.

The Right to Disconnect Has Arrived

Technology is transforming the workplace, and as a result, employees can be contacted by their employer outside of the office and beyond...

Have you Considered a Testamentary Trust Will?

We’re all familiar with the operation of a simple will, where a person’s assets are left directly to their nominated beneficiaries....

Top Five Things To Do in the Hunter this Summer!

Whether you're a longtime local looking to rediscover your hometown or a visitor seeking authentic Newcastle experiences, these...

Passion for This Land: In Love with the Red Centre

Kirsty instantly fell for the Red Centre upon arriving in Alice Springs six years ago to train to be a tour guide, leading her to...

From High Heels to High Yields | Emma White's Winemaking Adventure

Republished with permission: Your Hunter Valley Magazine (www.yourhuntervalley.com.au). Fun with serious intent is the catch cry of Emma...

Escape to Edinburgh Where Medieval Meets Maritime

The enduring appeal of Edinburgh lies in its ability to preserve and reimagine its heritage, and whilst that may be true, it is for this...

Discover Unmatched Luxury and Wildlife Wonders at Jamala Wildlife Lodge

Jamala Wildlife Lodge and the National Zoo and Aquarium, owned and operated by a local Canberra family spanning five generations...

Newcastle's Perfect Day-Trip Destination

This Spring, treat yourself to a day trip that feels like a true getaway without the need for extensive travel...

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