INTOUCH MAGAZINE Newcastle & Lake Macquaries Local Lifestyle Magazine

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Magic in the Stars | Disney On Ice Returns to Newcastle

For many Newcastle families, Disney On Ice has become a winter tradition. It’s the kind of event that draws together parents, grandparents and children for a few hours of shared wonder. This July, the beloved production returns to Newcastle Entertainment Centre with Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars skating into town from 9-12 July.

A Global Story of Kindness Comes to Newcastle This August

Newcastle audiences are set to experience one of the most celebrated musicals of the century when the Tony Award-winning Come From Away arrives at Civic Theatre Newcastle from 7 to 15 August 2026, presented by Metropolitan Players Inc.

Magic in the Stars | Disney On Ice Returns to Newcastle

A Global Story of Kindness Comes to Newcastle This August

Hooked on Newcastle: The Tuna Festival Returns

Revolting Children Rejoice | Matilda JR. Comes to Newcastle

& Juliet Global Pop Phenomenon

What Athletes Get Wrong About Rehab

Two Nights. Two Centuries. One Devastating Story

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Magic in the Stars | Disney On Ice Returns to Newcastle

A Global Story of Kindness Comes to Newcastle This August

Hooked on Newcastle: The Tuna Festival Returns

Newcastle is a coastal city built on the ocean, shaping the skyline, the lifestyle and, increasingly, the plate.

Revolting Children Rejoice | Matilda JR. Comes to Newcastle

Hunter Drama is bringing the beloved musical phenomenon Matilda JR. to the stage these July school holidays in a bold, energetic, and heartfelt production celebrating courage, imagination, and the power of young voices.

& Juliet Global Pop Phenomenon

When & Juliet arrives at Newcastle’s Civic Theatre this June, it brings with it the sparkle, spectacle and global reputation of one of the world’s most successful modern musicals.

What Athletes Get Wrong About Rehab

Almost every athlete says the same thing after an injury: “I just want to get back as soon as possible.”

Two Nights. Two Centuries. One Devastating Story

UpStage at the Playhouse presents the second production of its 2026 season, The Libertine, a bold and provocative new production from Newcastle’s HER Productions.

Steep Yourself in Fun: Dungog's Tea Party Brews Up Spring Excitement

Welcome to the Dungog Tea Party, where a spectacular showcase of over 250 tea cosy and trivet entries awaits you, along with artwork created by local school students displayed at the IGA and larger works exhibited at the theatre.

One Night of Passion and Consequence

For opera’s own Casanova, it’s just another day of pleasure seeking. Seducing a bride on her wedding day.

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Magic in the Stars | Disney On Ice Returns to Newcastle

Steep Yourself in Fun: Dungog's Tea Party Brews Up Spring Excitement

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Hooked on Newcastle: The Tuna Festival Returns

Newcastle is a coastal city built on the ocean, shaping the skyline, the lifestyle and, increasingly, the plate.

Steep Yourself in Fun: Dungog's Tea Party Brews Up Spring Excitement

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Magic in the Stars | Disney On Ice Returns to Newcastle

Revolting Children Rejoice | Matilda JR. Comes to Newcastle

FASHION + BEAUTY >

Don't bin it... Bring it in and fix it! | Inside Clyde St Arts new monthly Repair Café

Clyde St Arts is strengthening its commitment to sustainability and community collaboration with the launch of a monthly Repair Café, inviting locals to rediscover the value of repairing, sharing skills, and reducing waste.

Morpeth: The Hunter’s Number One Fashion Destination

Nestled along the banks of the Hunter River, the historic village of Morpeth is a place where old-world charm meets modern sophistication. Once a bustling port town, today it stands proudly as the Hunter Valley’s number one fashion destination—a boutique shopping haven where women come to discover something truly unique.

HEALTH + WELLBEING >

What Athletes Get Wrong About Rehab

Almost every athlete says the same thing after an injury: “I just want to get back as soon as possible.”

How to Stay Consistent with Fitness During Winter

When the mornings are cold, and the doona is winning, getting out of bed for the gym can feel harder than the workout itself.

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COMING SOON | Experience the Art of Inner City Living at Cambridge Quarter

A landmark new residential address positioned at the centre of Newcastle West’s transformation.

Still Family, Still First: Windsor Blinds Setting the Standard

Ask Zdenka Young what it's like running one of Newcastle's most enduring family businesses, and she laughs warmly.

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Still Family, Still First: Windsor Blinds Setting the Standard

Ask Zdenka Young what it's like running one of Newcastle's most enduring family businesses, and she laughs warmly.

Wine Country Romance Meets Business Brilliance at Thistle Hill

In the heart of the Hunter Valley, where vine-striped hills meet endless sky, Thistle Hill stands as a testament to what happens when vision meets opportunity. This isn't just another accommodation listing; it's a fully realised hospitality dream, wrapped in 15 beautifully appointed rooms and generating approximately $800,000 in annual revenue.

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