Lake superior
Creating a private sanctuary with breathtaking views was the aim for Lake Macquarie Residence by Ukalovic Design. Set on the edge of Lake Macquarie’s blue expanse in Belmont, the three-bedroom, three-bathroom residence is a long-held dream realised for owners Peter and Di McLeod. The couple bought
On the horizon
The West End ‘s skyline will soon be elevated with two luxury towers soaring up at the former Dairy Farmer’s Towers site. A new signature landmark is on the way for Newcastle, with a pair of skyscrapers beginning to rise in the West End. Dairy Farmers Towers will comprise of a 99-metre north tow
Heavenly Hacienda
Nestled in the heart of the Hunter Valley, Tower Lodge is a little slice of Spanish Basque Country. Imagine whiling away the weekend with friends in a palatial hacienda in the Spanish countryside. Indulging in fine wine, delicious local produce, clear country air and stimulating conversation. Now tr
Capturing the streets of Newcastle
Beth Timmins’ stunning Newcastle photography brings to life significant moments of past, present and future. (Top) Original Newcastle Permanent Building Society building, Bolton St Newcastle; (Left) Newcastle Museum, Newcastle West; (Right) Original Earp Gillam Bond Store, Newcastle East. Pho
John Olsen 1928-2023
Born in Newcastle in January 1928, John Olsen created unique visions of Australian landscapes through his energetic painting styles. Moving from the steel city at age 19 to study art, Olsen frequently visited Newcastle throughout his career to exhibit his artworks that reflect his affection for the
Newcastle Beach
ICONIC NEWCASTLE BEACH Shown above, Newcastle Beach looking south towards The Hill and Royal Newcastle Hospital 1972. The central hospital servicing Newcastle from 1817 to 2007. The hospital closed in 2007 making way for redevelopment of apartments. Below, Surf Carnival at Newcastle Beach in October
Business is blooming
Florists and co-owners of Blooms on Darby Melissa and Natalie Hart share the art of fresh design. MORNING It’s an early start for Blooms on Darby mother-daughter duo Nat and Mel. Their day begins well before sunrise when they drive the M1 to the Sydney Flower Markets at 3am in a bid to source the
Hstorie in the making
Homewares meet art at Hstorie on Hunter Street, beautifully curated by interior designer Stewart Horton. Made well and made with character. That’s what Stewart Horton believes makes something worthy of a place in your home, and in his new store, Hstorie. An interior designer by trade (he hea
Paint the town
Since 1945, Newcastle Art Gallery has proudly cared for one of Australia’s most significant public art collections. Works of renowned artists, many of them Novocastrian, are now lifting the value of the gallery’s 7,000-plus collection. Thanks to generous donations and grants, the Newcastle Art G
Lavishly vibrant
Founder & Creative Director Trudie Cox of Eadie Lifestyle shares her love of India and designing textiles.