

School Holidays Guide
IT ISN'T EASY TO BELIEVE THAT SUMMER HAS DRAWN TO A CLOSE. WE NOW FIND THE NIGHTS ARE BECOMING COOLER, THE LEAVES ARE CHANGING COLOUR,...


Sand Dune Safaris
ALL AGES, ALL ABILITIES Come on the ultimate adventure! Join Sand Dune Safaris in one of our purpose built off road vehicles and...


‘Ugly’ illustrations help author’s career take flight
Author and illustrator Sami Bayly can thank the humble ‘bin chicken’ for her first break in the publishing world. The former University...


2022 Seniors Festival an opportunity to reconnect
Cessnock City Council is excited to release the 2022 Cessnock City Seniors Festival program which is packed with concerts, films, talks,...


Lake Mac repair café diverts waste away from landfill
A pop-up café in Lake Mac is teaching locals how to live a more sustainable lifestyle, by repairing broken items otherwise destined for...


Seniors Festival aiming to reconnect over-55s
Art classes and a photo exhibition celebrating older people are among the features of Lake Macquarie City Council’s 2022 Seniors Festival...


Acclaimed musicians cement their reputation as an extraordinary trio for Musica Viva Australia
Pianist Bernadette Harvey, violinist Harry Bennetts, and cellist Miles Mullin-Chivers are fast becoming a trio to reckon with. Their...


First Class showcases young artists and issues that matter to them
The impact COVID-19 had on the emotional and mental health of young people has emerged as a prominent theme in a new exhibition of art by...


Lake Mac GLAM conference focuses on closing the gap
Speakers from across the country will impart their wisdom at this year’s Lake Mac GLAM conference, which has a keen focus on sharing...


Gimbay Gatigaan
RESCHEDULED TO 24-26 MARCH, CARRINGTON In collaboration with the Newcastle Worimi Community, Curious Legends are creating a site-specific...


The Newcastle Show
4-6 MARCH Celebrate 120 years of The Newcastle Show! Enjoy three days of action-packed fun, featuring over 100 high adrenaline, family...


Lake Mac Women's Sport Festival
11-13 MARCH Join us for Lake Mac Women's Sport Festival! This inclusive event will offer something for everyone, with an umbrella program...


Great Southern Nights
FROM 19 MARCH Great Southern Nights is a celebration of live music that takes place right across New South Wales. The dynamic event, that...


TreX Port Stephens
26 MARCH, PORT STEPHENS TreX Cross Triathlon Port Stephens is based in beautiful Fingal Bay and Tomaree National Park. The area boasts...


March Gig Guide
SATURDAY 5 MARCH The Fabulous Caprettos Toronto Hotel Mardi Gras at The Star Star Hotel SUNDAY 6 MARCH The Years Stockton Bowling Club...




































































































