An ecocentric feast
For Botanica Bird’s Rachael Cullen, sustainable homewares are like a nourishing meal, evoking warmth and comfort, and fostering togetherness. Step into BB at the Table and you’ll be embraced with a sense of warmth, intrigue and comfort. An array of sustainable homewares nestles on the shelve
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
The Lock-Up Flash Back
The Lock Up Flash Back The Lock Up’s current space is iconic to the History of Newcastle NSW. Completed in 1861, the Newcastle Police Station and Lock-Up serviced the city until its closure in 1982. Maintaining title, The Lock-Up was reimagined in 2011, currently home to a contemporary art spa
Grown not flown
Denise Duffield Thomas loves smelling the roses. She and her best friend Naomi Findlay are passionately committed to continuing the fragrant legacy of Lorn Rose Farm.
At long last – 2023 delivers a “Goldilocks” vintage
Hunter winemakers were monitoring their vines anxiously as La Nina unleashed its power on the East Coast for the third consecutive year, breaking monthly, annual and decades long records. The Hunter didn’t escape, with record rainfall followed by a cool wet spring.
Great wines from happy vines
Join us on a visit to Sweetwater Estate, one of the Hunter’s most significant and exclusive vineyard properties.
Discover Darby
Looking for excellent food, stylish boutiques and vibey bars? Darby Street in Cooks Hill is calling. PALINOPSIA Tamara Bajić is making mealtime a more deliberate affaire at Palinopsia. Her store is a treasure trove of handmade, one-of-a-kind dinnerware pieces. Discover plates, bowls, mugs and servi
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
Mid-Century Memories
Flash Back Darby Street in images: (From top to bottom) Darby Street between Parry and Bull Street intersections looking south in 1950, the same year the trams ceased to operate. Demolition of the Peters Ice Cream building in 1974, it is now the site of townhouses at the south end of Darby Str
What’s the alternative?
As a young wine-making nation, Australia is blissfully free to explore “alternative” grape varieties that suit our ever-evolving climate and tastes.