Memories of ‘Mayfield Garden’
Take a walk around “Mayfield Garden” in Oberon, NSW one of the largest privately owned gardens spanning more than 160 acres,... Read Story
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Mid Century glamour
The renowned 1960s residence has been lovingly renovated and restored. When Kym Cowley went to inspect the iconic Hudson House in New Lambton Heights in 2012, she had no intention of buying it. In fact, she was just about to put a deposit on a home in Hamilton South. “I just wanted to have a... Read Story Read StoryWine news
Celebrating outstanding service and achievements with Legends Awards The annual Legends Awards united more than 360 industry professionals and guests from the Hunter Valley wine and tourism industry. The awards honour the region’s rich and vibrant history, celebrating the lasting influence and legacy of those who contribute outstanding service to the industry. The pinnacle of... Read Story Read StoryWho’s buying, who’s selling?
A look behind the scenes of the region’s property market. By Jonathan Chancellor. Frangipani House Frangipani House, the 1918 post-Federation residence in the Cooks Hill conservation area has been listed for sale, seeking $3.3m through Natalie Tonks and Paula Ashcroft of Presence. Located on Corlette Street, the five-bedroom, three-bathroom house comes with frangipani trees out... Read Story Read StoryWhat’s On in Newcastle
From the Upper Hunter to Newcastle and up and down the coast: here is what’s happening in November. Christmas Lights Spectacular 1 November – 26 January | This Christmas season, the Hunter Valley Gardens has lit up with the biggest Christmas lights display in Australia, featuring more than four million lights. In addition to strings of fairy... Read Story Read Story
Port Macquarie on Foot
With scenic river and ocean frontage and a convict and exploration history that goes back to 1818, Port Macquarie has plenty of... Read Story
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Four-Pawed Miracle Workers
Carmel Kaczmar is one of the many unsung heroes of the Hunter who give of their time, resources and own... Read Story
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One of a Kind
Downsizing need not be a compromise in your lifestyle, in fact, you can enjoy life to the fullest by making... Read Story
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A Traditional Lifestyle Carries On
Just a few valleys out of Dungog rises the hills above Sugarloaf Creek, and one family has called this land... Read Story
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A Symbolic Bridge Of Unity
Built to honour his father’s life’s work, a Woodville garden creator has constructed a sandstone bridge representing multi faiths, which... Read Story
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Greetings from Maitland
Artist Trevor Dickinson’s unique and vibrant style is well known in Newcastle, thanks to the many large-scale murals he has... Read Story
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A Tribute to Heroes of Yesteryear
Julie Squires (pictured) was commissioned to create two bronzed servicemen for the Orange Council’s war memorial. Standing at the entrance... Read Story
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The Christmas Bus Lady
It started with just a roll of tinsel on a bus’s dashboard and a cassette of carols playing. Nineteen years... Read Story
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Designed for Lucy with Love
Port Stephens building firm Peter Sosso Building took top honours at the recent 2016 HIA-CSR Australian Housing Awards, as winner... Read Story
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