Lakeside Living
Those who live their life with a five-year plan are sometimes bowled over by a curve ball which presents a... 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
The Makers and Shakers of Melisah May – Illustrator, Art Teacher and Artist
Melisah May’s studio is a large and beautiful, light-filled space in a heritage building in Hunter Street. From here, Melisah... Read Story
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Individual Country Style
Ten years ago, a Merewether couple decided to plan their future retirement home in the outlying picturesque countryside of Woodville,... Read Story
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All in the Planning
Located in The Junction, a suburb of Newcastle situated on a small (258 sqm) corner site, which is just over... Read Story
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The Purple Patch
There is a movement growing like wild weeds across the Hunter region, although weeds are exactly what they don’t want.... Read Story
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Walking On Gloucester Tops
Gloucester Tops is a virtual water wonderland. You need to drive through the rivers via causeways and bridges to get... Read Story
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Victorian Splendour
‘Warrane’, situated in the beautiful leafy village of Lorn, is one of the Hunter Valley’s oldest and most prestigious estate homes.... Read Story
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New York Style Beachside
This house was designed with a solid, fortress-like façade yet with a dramatic bird’s-eye view from the top level, commanding... Read Story
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Fighting the Good Fight
When Trish Paul (pictured) was diagnosed with cancer she had two options: to allow the disease to control her life,... Read Story
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Designed for Family Living
After longingly daydreaming of being the owners of one of Lambton’s finest examples of historic Federation residences, Darren and Belinda... Read Story
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