A Sweet Symphony
David Banney is quite possibly the busiest and most multi-talented man in the Hunter. Whilst some might be content with... 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
Shadows and Light
Rachel is a full-time, studio-based painter at Newcastle Community Art Centre, but her career path to date has been varied... Read Story
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Luxury Redefined
With an eye for detail and an emphasis on comfort, style and taste, luxury is simply the story of personal... Read Story
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Naturally The Best
Photo: Patterns in rock platforms near Redhead. The lasting pleasures of contact with the natural world are not reserved for... Read Story
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The Secrets of Love Tree
Love Tree Cafe is somewhere you can escape to and enjoy some ‘me time’, or with friends, your family or... Read Story
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A Soap Worth Bleating About
Australians are known for our knockabout nicknames, but for one Clarence Town woman, her nickname has now consumed her identity.... Read Story
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Up, Up and Away….
Australia’s most established hot-air balloon business, Balloon Aloft, hosted a colourful balloon fiesta in the Hunter Valley over the weekend... Read Story
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Encore! Artist Sophie Mills
Newcastle Artist Sophie Mills has experienced many bumps along the way on her path to career success and happiness. From... Read Story
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New Horizons
After living on seventeen acres in the picturesque Jilliby valley for twenty-three years on the Central Coast hinterland, Cathy and... Read Story
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A Private Retreat
Luxury fittings are peppered throughout this residence, which boasts innovative environmental design. There’s never a quiet moment at this newly... Read Story
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