Setting the Benchmark
Newcastle’s justice system has entered a new era, with the opening of a long-awaited courthouse in the heart of the... Read Story
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Minimalist oasis
The story of Michael and Alana Maurushat’s cover-story home begins thanks to another magazine featuring an equally luxe property. “We saw a home on the cover of Green Magazine in 2012 and immediately felt an affinity to the contemporary design,” Michael explained to Hunter and Coastal Lifestyle. Michael reached out to the owner and architect... Read Story Read StoryPeace of paradise
Wander south to Marramarra lodge, an exclusive wilderness hideaway that’s fit for a king. Before you even reach the calming grounds of Marramarra Lodge, about an hour and a half drive from Newcastle, you’re forced to slow to a float. The exclusive escape is set on Fisherman’s Point on the Hawkesbury River. Is only accessible... Read Story Read StoryThe Hunter’s hatted restaurants for 2025
Six hunter establishments awarded chef’s hats at the Good Food Guide Awards The Hunter has always been known as a destination for great wines and fine dining and year by year the region’s reputation continues to flourish. In November, six of the best local restaurants were recognised for their excellence at the 40th annual Sydney... Read Story Read StorySummertime social sips
As summer arrives and social invitations intensify, our lifestyle editor Laura Jackel shares the wines she’ll be sharing with friends this season. First Creek Non Vintage Bontanica Brut Cuvee The pop of a cork symbolises the start of any great celebration, and First Creek’s delicious sparkling white is an absolute party in a bottle. Made... Read Story Read StoryOpulence reimagined at McGuigan House
The Hunter Valley icon that’s starting a whole new life. From the very first moment Meg and Luke Berry set eyes on McGuigan House it was love at first sight. The Hunter Valley property, set on 10 acres with sweeping views of the Brokenback Mountain Ranges, captured both their hearts and imaginations. But it was... Read Story Read Story
Free Reign for Landscape Designers
Each year, in late March, the Melbourne International Flower and Garden Show is held in, and around, the elegant, heritage... Read Story
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Annabel’s Special Delivery
Popular journalist and political commentator Annabel Crabb’s accidental second career is as host of political cooking show Kitchen Cabinet, one... Read Story
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Living the Coastal Dream
Defined by its beachfront location, this commanding residence has been designed to capture breathtaking coastal and district views from almost... Read Story
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Brae-Ella of Barrington
History becomes home as the Minters create a haven out of a corn shed and other treasures from yesteryear. Sandy... Read Story
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What is the Value of Repairing a Broken Life?
Destiny Haven’s raison d’être is to repair the lives of women who have been shattered by life-controlling illnesses such as... Read Story
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Bushranger Tracks Across The Hunter Valley
Above: The author dressed as a Police Trooper at Tocal. Photo by Perry Duffin, courtesy of Maitland Mercury. “Hunter Lifestyle... Read Story
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A Family Changes for Life
With an estimated two million Aussies at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, there is no better time than... Read Story
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Share a Meal 4 Teal
February is ovarian cancer awareness month in australia. During February 2016 Hunter based charity “Hope4Cure” was formed to honour the... Read Story
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A Dual Winner
Building and selling homes has been a lifelong interest for one Western Lake Macquarie resident since he started work as... Read Story
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