

SummerSalt Festival
SummerSalt presents Ocean Alley on their Australian Coastal tour with a series of sundrenched events, with a special stop in Lake Macquarie!


Newcastle Fringe
Newcastle Fringe Festival delivers 250 shows, 125 acts and 800+ artists across three weekends, spanning across three hubs: Hamilton CBD, Newcastle City Precinct, and Beach & 'Burbs.


The Fab Four
Abstract Touring proudly presents The Fab Four – The Ultimate Beatles Tribute, coming directly from the United States – it’s an unmissable evening at NEX for any Beatles fan.


Newcastle Writers Festival
Returning for its 13th year, the inaugural Newcastle Writers Festival celebrates the best Australian writing and provides the opportunity to meet your favourite authors at free and ticketed events.


Cool Times Ahead at Hunter Ice Skating Stadium
Hunter Ice Skating Stadium is more than just a rink. It's a community hub where families, friends, and sports fans come together. From the heart-pounding excitement of Australian Ice Hockey League games to the joy of birthday celebrations and the fun of public skating activities, there's something for everyone at HISS!


Colour, Creativity& Connection at Allettare Dezigns
March is shaping up to be a month of colour, creativity and connection at Allettare Dezigns — Newcastle's favourite creative destination.


Bimbadgen: More Than Just a View
In a region defined by choice, few Hunter Valley estates offer the sheer breadth of experience that Bimbadgen does. Wine of pedigree, multiple dining styles, an on-site distillery, premium accommodation, concerts, weddings and vineyard experiences - all anchored by two of the region’s oldest vineyards and one of its most recognisable hilltop sites, framed by century-old fig trees and sweeping views to the Brokenback Range.


Where Good Writing Meets Great Fantasy: Young Voices, Big Imaginations
There’s something energising about listening to young people talk about the stories that shape them. In the latest episode of The Placed to Speak podcast, produced through the Place Based Abilities Program, a group of passionate participants explore where “good writing meets great fantasy and visual media”. What unfolds is thoughtful, funny and surprisingly insightful.


Demystifying Patellofemoral Joint Pain
PFPS is a common but complex condition. It may be influenced by a variety of factors, including how your whole system manages load, movement, and mindset.


Newcastle's First Digital Denture Clinic
I've seen many technological advances in the Dental Industry, but none as advanced as Digital Dentistry, especially Digital Dentures. So, what does this mean for you as the patient?


Guilty as Charged: My Love-Hate Affair with Reality TV | On Tour With the Kid
I honestly feel a bit embarrassed admitting this. I like to think of myself as a smart woman. I make good decisions at work every day, and I’ve raised a daughter who values herself and treats others with kindness and empathy. Even though I hold those values close and promise myself every year that I won’t get drawn in, here I am, sitting in front of the TV, watching MAFS again. I hate-watch it, but I still watch.


Community News
Discover what's happening in your local community this March...


Broadway's Finest Head to Newcastle
Superstars: Musical Theatre’s Greatest Heroes & Villains in Concert promises an unforgettable evening celebrating the iconic characters that have captivated audiences for generations.


Dinosaurs, Dragons & Easter Magic
A long time ago, when dinosaurs roamed the earth, the Hunter Valley was a land of volcanoes and untamed wilderness. Every Easter school holidays, Hunter Valley Gardens brings that ancient world back to life with its annual Mega Creatures event. And in 2026, the adventure takes a whole new level.


The Gum Ball Music & Arts Festival 2026 Returns for 21st Birthday Bash
The Gum Ball Music & Arts Festival is back to celebrate its 21st birthday! Returning to Dashville over the long weekend, Friday 24 – Sunday 26 April 2026, following last year's 20th anniversary which made history as the biggest festival ever held at Dashville as a bumper crowd of music lovers descended on the Lower Belford site, proving that The Gum Ball has well and truly become a cultural institution for regional NSW.































































































