INTOUCH MAGAZINE Newcastle & Lake Macquaries Local Lifestyle Magazine

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! More Mamma Mia

Slip on your platform boots and say a big “Gimme! Gimme! Gimme!” to Newcastle’s next big night out, because Mamma Mia! is set to light up the Civic Theatre this October. Celebrating 25 dazzling years of standing ovations around the world, the ABBA-fuelled musical promises romance, comedy, and a whole lot of disco-tinged joy. In short: the party of the year is about to hit town, and everyone’s invited.

Classics, Reimagined the Lake Mac Way

Lake Macquarie invites audiences to experience timeless classics like never before.

Blood, Betrayal and Greek Gods | Award-Winning Epic Makes Australian Debut in Newcastle

This October, Newcastle audiences will have the opportunity to witness the Australian debut of Zinnie Harris’ award-winning modern adaptation of Aeschylus’ Oresteia - a Greek mythology that follows a family thrown into grief after the death of the eldest daughter.

A Very Newy Chrissy: Local Theatre Serves Up Holiday Heart with a Hunter Twist

It’s the week before Christmas and all throughout Newcastle… Betty an Trish are negotiating their first Christmas since their divorce!

STRUT YOUR STUFF! Kinky Boots Kicks Down Civic Theatre Doors!

Chookas Entertainment is set to make theatrical history when it presents the Tony Award-winning musical Kinky Boots at the Civic Theatre Newcastle from 18–21 December. This marks a significant milestone for the company—its debut production on the iconic Civic Theatre stage.

Wingham Music Festival Returns as Flood Recovery Celebration

The Wingham Music Festival is set to make a powerful comeback this November, transforming into a beacon of hope for communities still recovering from the devastating May floods that swept through the Manning River catchment.

ELO Tribute Show Takes Centre Stage at PACC

Music lovers are in for a celestial treat when the Electric Light Orchestra tribute band brings their "spaceship of music" to the Performance Arts Culture Cessnock on Saturday, 18 October.

Your Pride, Your Truth | Newcastle's Biggest Rainbow Celebration Returns

Joyously bursting into its sixth year, the 2025 Newcastle Pride Festival, from Friday, 3 October to Sunday, 26 October, promises a whole month of an electrifying celebration of love, diversity, and unity.

Hunter Drama Announces a Daring 2026 Season

Hunter Drama has unveiled its bold 2026 Season, a year packed with rebellious fairytales, glittering musicals, searing dramas, and two brand-new Hunter Drama Originals.

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Wingham Music Festival Returns as Flood Recovery Celebration

The Wingham Music Festival is set to make a powerful comeback this November, transforming into a beacon of hope for communities still recovering from the devastating May floods that swept through the Manning River catchment.

Your Pride, Your Truth | Newcastle's Biggest Rainbow Celebration Returns

Joyously bursting into its sixth year, the 2025 Newcastle Pride Festival, from Friday, 3 October to Sunday, 26 October, promises a whole month of an electrifying celebration of love, diversity, and unity.

Hunter Drama Announces a Daring 2026 Season

Hunter Drama has unveiled its bold 2026 Season, a year packed with rebellious fairytales, glittering musicals, searing dramas, and two brand-new Hunter Drama Originals.

From Chessboards to Craft Tables: Stories That Inspire

The Placed to Speak podcast is giving young people with disability the microphone to share their passions, ideas, and creativity, and the results are as inspiring as they are heartwarming. In Episode 2, listeners meet Eli, Riley, and Clare, three talented young people from the Place Based Abilities Program, as they chat about two of their favourite things: chess and craft.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ADVENTURE | Hunter Drama's Epic October Holiday Program

Hunter Drama returns this October with an exciting school holiday program packed with creativity, performance, and fun for students of all ages. With returning favourites and new workshops, there's something to spark every imagination.

TUESDAYS: A Favourite Day of The Week for Local Seniors

For The Place: Charlestown Community Centre, providing opportunities for community connection and social interaction are crucial.

ONE KILOMETRE, ENDLESS FINDS. Morpeth's Inaugural Treasure Trail Unveiled

There’s something undeniably magical about Morpeth. Nestled in the heart of the Hunter Valley, this historic riverside town has long been known for its heritage charm, boutique appeal, and warm country hospitality. But come 8 and 9 November, Morpeth will offer something even more compelling—a chance to uncover real treasure.

A Hidden Gem by the Sea

Perched above Newcastle’s harbour with one of the city’s best views, Fort Scratchley Function Centre is quietly carving out a name for itself as a place where food, history and community come together.

The Million-Dollar Makeover that Created the Hunter's Newest Must-Visit Destination

Source: Bonvilla Estate Perched on a ridge in Pokolbin with sweeping views of vines and the Brokenback mountain range, Bonvilla Estate is...

Hot Eats in the Hunter

Uncover the ultimate Newcastle dining experience this spring with our top picks and favourite eats! Discover a variety of cuisines, flavours, and destinations to explore.

All-Inclusive Wildlife Safari in the Nation’s Capital

Jamala Wildlife Lodge offers a truly oneof-a-kind escape. Set within the grounds of the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra, it is one of Australia’s most interactive and memorable experiences. Featuring 18 five star, African-inspired suites spread across the grounds of the zoo, Jamala is designed to bring you eye-to-eye with some of the planet’s most extraordinary and endangered creatures. It is no surprise that Jamala has won numerous national and international awards.

Spring into Adventure: Maitland's Epic Events Calendar is Here!

Spring has officially sprung in Maitland, and locals are in for an absolute treat with the region's most exciting events calendar yet. From world-class country music festivals to hands on bee experiences and spectacular light shows, there's something to spark everyone's imagination this season.

Hunter Drama Announces a Daring 2026 Season

Hunter Drama has unveiled its bold 2026 Season, a year packed with rebellious fairytales, glittering musicals, searing dramas, and two brand-new Hunter Drama Originals.

Newcastle Museum Unveils 'Model Newcastle' Exhibition

Newcastle Museum has unveiled its next major exhibition, and there's one notable difference to the items on display – their size. Model Newcastle: Big Stories, Little Things opened on 27 September, delving into the intricate world of models and miniatures that pack maximum impact despite their diminutive scale.

Record Crowds Celebrate Grug at PACC Exhibition Opening

The PACC Art Gallery buzzed with excitement as record numbers of families, longtime fans, and local media turned out for the opening of Ted Prior's Grug retrospective exhibition on Saturday, 27 September.

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ADVENTURE | Hunter Drama's Epic October Holiday Program

Hunter Drama returns this October with an exciting school holiday program packed with creativity, performance, and fun for students of all ages. With returning favourites and new workshops, there's something to spark every imagination.

Model Newcastle: Big Stories, Little Things

Step into a world where the tiniest details tell the biggest stories. Newcastle Museum’s headline exhibition for 2025–26, Model Newcastle: Big Stories, Little Things, invites you to experience the city and its stories through the captivating lens of miniatures and models.

Beloved Aussie Icon Grug Sprouts to Life at PACC

The loveable, shaggy creature who captured hearts across Australia is being celebrated at Performance Arts Culture Cessnock (PACC) in a delightful retrospective exhibition honouring Ted Prior's iconic creation, Grug.

Life-Changing by Design: The Complete Approach to Weight Loss Surgery Success

Weight loss surgery is more than a procedure — it is a holistic, life-changing journey toward long-term health and wellbeing. For people living with obesity and its related conditions, bariatric surgery offers a proven pathway to sustained weight loss, improved mobility, and a significant reduction in risks associated with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and sleep apnoea.

Building Confidence Inside & Out

For Kerry Brownell, style has never been just about clothing; it’s about empowerment. As the founder of Kerry’s Style Sessions, KSS Dress Hire, and her newest venture in hair styling, Kerry has created a multifaceted business dedicated to helping women feel more confident and beautiful.

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.

Move, Recover, Recharge | Putting U First for 31 Years

Feeling burnt out? You’re not alone. Between work, family, friends, and the never-ending to-do list, it’s easy to forget the most important thing - U.

Back Pain Q&A

ack pain is treatable, and it’s much easier to address when it first presents. That said, if you’ve put it off, it’s not too late. Find a trusted physio or other health professional, and they’ll help you on the path to recovery.

Life-Changing by Design: The Complete Approach to Weight Loss Surgery Success

Weight loss surgery is more than a procedure — it is a holistic, life-changing journey toward long-term health and wellbeing. For people living with obesity and its related conditions, bariatric surgery offers a proven pathway to sustained weight loss, improved mobility, and a significant reduction in risks associated with diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and sleep apnoea.

Advancing Medical Research in the Hunter Region

Have you ever wondered how doctors know which medicines actually work? Or how they figure out if a new treatment is safe? The answer lies in clinical trials, and it's one of the most important processes in modern medicine.

October Horoscopes 2025

Discover what's written in the stars for your star sign this month with Octobers Horoscopes!

Pioneering Medical Research Facility Comes to the Hunter Region

A groundbreaking new facility is set to transform the accessibility of medical research in regional NSW, with Novatrials opening Australia's first purpose-built Phase I clinical trials unit outside metropolitan areas.

How McGrath is Changing the Hunter Valley Vineyard Market

Australian wine is back on the table in a big way. Exports have recently jumped 13% in value. That’s a whopping $2.48 billion. And they’ve lifted 3% in volume to 639 million litres, according to Wine Australia’s latest report.

Here’s the Tea!

The past few months have underscored just how resilient the prestige and lifestyle market on the Coast and in the Hunter remains. With the RBA recently cutting the cash rate by 0.25% to 3.6%, we’ve seen a noticeable lift in confidence.

The Personal Touch Transforming Hunter Valley Holidays

Georgia Smith has always believed that managing a holiday home is about more than keys, calendars and clean sheets — it’s about people. It’s about trust, relationships, and the little things that turn a short-term stay into a lasting memory.

Sparking Joy | On Tour With the Kid

Occasionally, on weekends, we attend open houses that we've seen online. We're on the lookout for an investment property, but sometimes it’s purely out of curiosity...

Trust Earned, Not Pitched Building Relationships in Rural Real Estate

When it comes to rural and lifestyle real estate, experience matters — not just in the professional sense, but in the deeply personal one too. Tyson Nicholson of McGrath Rural isn’t just selling properties; he lives the life his clients are buying into.

Everyone's Talking About Salt Property

Salt Property has emerged as Newcastle's most talked-about real estate agency since launching in January 2022.

How McGrath is Changing the Hunter Valley Vineyard Market

Australian wine is back on the table in a big way. Exports have recently jumped 13% in value. That’s a whopping $2.48 billion. And they’ve lifted 3% in volume to 639 million litres, according to Wine Australia’s latest report.

LEADING WITH EXPERTISE Guiding Clients Through Today’s Tax and Legal Challenges

In recent years, families, charities, and business owners have faced an increasing overlap between legal and tax issues. Estate planning often raises questions about capital gains tax and stamp duty, while business transitions or property sales can trigger complex dealings with the ATO or Revenue NSW.

Here’s the Tea!

The past few months have underscored just how resilient the prestige and lifestyle market on the Coast and in the Hunter remains. With the RBA recently cutting the cash rate by 0.25% to 3.6%, we’ve seen a noticeable lift in confidence.

The Personal Touch Transforming Hunter Valley Holidays

Georgia Smith has always believed that managing a holiday home is about more than keys, calendars and clean sheets — it’s about people. It’s about trust, relationships, and the little things that turn a short-term stay into a lasting memory.

Looking to Give Your Savings a Boost? Here’s How.

If you’ve been thinking about growing your savings, now’s a great time to act. The Mutual Bank is offering a generous bonus interest rate that could help you make the most of your money, without jumping through hoops.

McGrath Rural Brings Global Reach to the Hunter Valley's Doorstep

The Hunter Valley has long been a stronghold of rural tradition—a place where generations have lived and worked on the land, where farming and equine communities thrive, and where rural property is more than real estate: it’s a way of life. In this deeply rooted landscape, change doesn’t always come quickly, but when it does, it tends to be meaningful.

Wingham Music Festival Returns as Flood Recovery Celebration

The Wingham Music Festival is set to make a powerful comeback this November, transforming into a beacon of hope for communities still recovering from the devastating May floods that swept through the Manning River catchment.

ONE KILOMETRE, ENDLESS FINDS. Morpeth's Inaugural Treasure Trail Unveiled

There’s something undeniably magical about Morpeth. Nestled in the heart of the Hunter Valley, this historic riverside town has long been known for its heritage charm, boutique appeal, and warm country hospitality. But come 8 and 9 November, Morpeth will offer something even more compelling—a chance to uncover real treasure.

The Million-Dollar Makeover that Created the Hunter's Newest Must-Visit Destination

Source: Bonvilla Estate Perched on a ridge in Pokolbin with sweeping views of vines and the Brokenback mountain range, Bonvilla Estate is...

All-Inclusive Wildlife Safari in the Nation’s Capital

Jamala Wildlife Lodge offers a truly oneof-a-kind escape. Set within the grounds of the National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra, it is one of Australia’s most interactive and memorable experiences. Featuring 18 five star, African-inspired suites spread across the grounds of the zoo, Jamala is designed to bring you eye-to-eye with some of the planet’s most extraordinary and endangered creatures. It is no surprise that Jamala has won numerous national and international awards.

Spring into Adventure: Maitland's Epic Events Calendar is Here!

Spring has officially sprung in Maitland, and locals are in for an absolute treat with the region's most exciting events calendar yet. From world-class country music festivals to hands on bee experiences and spectacular light shows, there's something to spark everyone's imagination this season.

Surround Yourself with Balloons & Bubbles at this year’s Hunter Valley Balloon Fiesta!

Get ready for an unforgettable spectacle as the Balloon Aloft Hunter Valley Fiesta returns this October Long Weekend (October 3rd - 6th, 2025) with an enchanting Balloons & Bubbles theme!

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! More Mamma Mia

Classics, Reimagined the Lake Mac Way

Blood, Betrayal and Greek Gods | Award-Winning Epic Makes Australian Debut in Newcastle

A Very Newy Chrissy: Local Theatre Serves Up Holiday Heart with a Hunter Twist

STRUT YOUR STUFF! Kinky Boots Kicks Down Civic Theatre Doors!

Wingham Music Festival Returns as Flood Recovery Celebration

ELO Tribute Show Takes Centre Stage at PACC

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! More Mamma Mia

Classics, Reimagined the Lake Mac Way

Blood, Betrayal and Greek Gods | Award-Winning Epic Makes Australian Debut in Newcastle

A Very Newy Chrissy: Local Theatre Serves Up Holiday Heart with a Hunter Twist

STRUT YOUR STUFF! Kinky Boots Kicks Down Civic Theatre Doors!

Wingham Music Festival Returns as Flood Recovery Celebration

ELO Tribute Show Takes Centre Stage at PACC

Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! More Mamma Mia

Classics, Reimagined the Lake Mac Way

Blood, Betrayal and Greek Gods | Award-Winning Epic Makes Australian Debut in Newcastle

A Very Newy Chrissy: Local Theatre Serves Up Holiday Heart with a Hunter Twist

STRUT YOUR STUFF! Kinky Boots Kicks Down Civic Theatre Doors!

Wingham Music Festival Returns as Flood Recovery Celebration

ELO Tribute Show Takes Centre Stage at PACC

Your Pride, Your Truth | Newcastle's Biggest Rainbow Celebration Returns

Hunter Drama Announces a Daring 2026 Season

Wingham Music Festival Returns as Flood Recovery Celebration

Your Pride, Your Truth | Newcastle's Biggest Rainbow Celebration Returns

Hunter Drama Announces a Daring 2026 Season

From Chessboards to Craft Tables: Stories That Inspire

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ADVENTURE | Hunter Drama's Epic October Holiday Program

TUESDAYS: A Favourite Day of The Week for Local Seniors

ONE KILOMETRE, ENDLESS FINDS. Morpeth's Inaugural Treasure Trail Unveiled

A Hidden Gem by the Sea

The Million-Dollar Makeover that Created the Hunter's Newest Must-Visit Destination

Hot Eats in the Hunter

All-Inclusive Wildlife Safari in the Nation’s Capital

Spring into Adventure: Maitland's Epic Events Calendar is Here!

Hunter Drama Announces a Daring 2026 Season

Newcastle Museum Unveils 'Model Newcastle' Exhibition

Record Crowds Celebrate Grug at PACC Exhibition Opening

LIGHTS, CAMERA, ADVENTURE | Hunter Drama's Epic October Holiday Program

Model Newcastle: Big Stories, Little Things

Beloved Aussie Icon Grug Sprouts to Life at PACC

Life-Changing by Design: The Complete Approach to Weight Loss Surgery Success

Building Confidence Inside & Out

A Legacy of Excellence in Custom Jewellery

Take Your Face To The Gym!

Hunter Vintage & Retro Fair

What's On Newcastle | Fashion Thrift Society

Move, Recover, Recharge | Putting U First for 31 Years

Back Pain Q&A

Life-Changing by Design: The Complete Approach to Weight Loss Surgery Success

Advancing Medical Research in the Hunter Region

October Horoscopes 2025

Pioneering Medical Research Facility Comes to the Hunter Region

How McGrath is Changing the Hunter Valley Vineyard Market

Here’s the Tea!

The Personal Touch Transforming Hunter Valley Holidays

Sparking Joy | On Tour With the Kid

Trust Earned, Not Pitched Building Relationships in Rural Real Estate

Everyone's Talking About Salt Property

How McGrath is Changing the Hunter Valley Vineyard Market

LEADING WITH EXPERTISE Guiding Clients Through Today’s Tax and Legal Challenges

Here’s the Tea!

The Personal Touch Transforming Hunter Valley Holidays

Looking to Give Your Savings a Boost? Here’s How.

McGrath Rural Brings Global Reach to the Hunter Valley's Doorstep

Wingham Music Festival Returns as Flood Recovery Celebration

ONE KILOMETRE, ENDLESS FINDS. Morpeth's Inaugural Treasure Trail Unveiled

The Million-Dollar Makeover that Created the Hunter's Newest Must-Visit Destination

All-Inclusive Wildlife Safari in the Nation’s Capital

Spring into Adventure: Maitland's Epic Events Calendar is Here!

Surround Yourself with Balloons & Bubbles at this year’s Hunter Valley Balloon Fiesta!

Nominations open for 2026 Lake Mac Awards

Hunter Nippers Hit the Sand for New Season

Council says YES! to elite youth competitions

Rising Tide Event Application

Textile drop-off finds new life for old clothes

Free screening of The Promise documentary brings mental health stories to Maitland

Ceremony celebrates Councillors’ commitment to share civic honour

A truth universally acknowledged: Austen’s chest-pounding romances still resonate

Council launches first-ever Social Strategy to strengthen community wellbeing