Maitland Heritage Fest is back, running from 12 to 28 June 2026. A vibrant celebration of Maitland's unique and richly layered history, Maitland Heritage Fest brings together community groups, historians, entertainers, and artisans to create new experiences, foster collaboration, and deepen appreciation for the region's remarkable past.

Hunter Region Botanic Gardens is marking a major milestone this year - its 40th anniversary - making Botanic Gardens Day (Australia/New Zealand) an especially meaningful occasion for the Gardens and its community.

Ready to hit the ice or take your first glide? Hunter Ice Skating Stadium offers programs for all ages and skill levels, with Learn to Play Ice Hockey and Learn to Skate sessions running throughout the week.

May is blooming with creativity, connection, and unforgettable experiences at Allettare Dezigns, Newcastle’s favourite destination for art lovers and curious beginners alike.

In the latest episode of Placed to Speak, “Questions from the Hat,” a group of young people come together for a spontaneous, question driven conversation that is equal parts humorous, thoughtful, and deeply engaging. Hosted by Ricky, a program Skills Facilitator, the episode, features participants Morty, Tomas and Dom, young people aged 17–25 who are part of the Place Based Abilities program, a collaborative initiative between The Place Charlestown Community Centre and ReadyU

Key Assets Australia is calling on everyday people to do something extraordinary - become a foster carer.

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There’s something quietly extraordinary about a festival that not only survives but thrives - growing year after year without losing its soul. In a landscape where even major events have fallen by the wayside, The Gum Ball has done the opposite. It has deepened, expanded, and embedded itself into the cultural fabric of regional New South Wales, located in the bush, on the property of Dashville in Lower Belford.

Tickets for the Burton Automotive Hunter Valley Steamfest 2026 are on sale now, with two of New South Wales’ most celebrated steam locomotives confirmed to headline this year’s ARTC Rail Program.

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.

Young people from the Place Based Abilities Program share their knowledge, curiosity, and passion for the natural world.

The chill in the air means the action is only heating up at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium, where world-class ice hockey and unforgettable skating sessions come together under one roof to keep the Hunter Region entertained all season long.

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My grandmother was born in 1936 in a small country town in western New South Wales. She was one of the smartest women I’ve ever known, which is even more impressive because she never got to go to high school. She trained as a nurse and married my grandfather when she was 18. They had two children soon after.