Situated in the fertile Murray River valley of northeastern Victoria, Rutherglen stands as Australia's undisputed capital of fortified wine.

Your guide to local farmers & artisan markets in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter.

Support live music this June with our local gig guide for Newcastle, the Hunter and Lake Macquarie.

Swimming is widely recognised for its cardiovascular benefits and low-impact nature, making it a popular choice for people of all ages. However, despite its reputation as a joint friendly sport, swimming carries a distinct set of injury risks.

There’s no better place to keep the family entertained than at the Hunter Ice Skating Stadium (HISS)!

Women across the Hunter are invited to participate in a new program, funded by the Australian Government and delivered through the local not-for-profit organisation Career Links.

The Get Back in the Game program, funded by the NSW Government and delivered by local not-for-profit organisation Career Links, aims to inspire and support disengaged youth across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and the Hunter through one-on-one mentoring, career pathway planning, and support.

Discover what's happening in your local community this June...

Sometimes, the difference between chaos and comfort is just one person. Emergency and short-term foster carers step into a child’s life when they need safety, stability, and compassion; fast.

Sixteen years ago, I received a phone call to say that a pregnant Border Collie had been dumped at a local pound. She was safe with a foster family and was due to give birth any minute. This meant that in a couple of months, there would be puppies that needed to find new homes.

In a time when genuine human connection is more essential than ever, Soul Song Choirs are striking a powerful chord—blending music with community spirit in a way that’s anything but traditional.

The Maitland Heritage Festival is a free, fun, family day out. To be held throughout Maitland on Sunday, 15 June, the festival is a day of heritage and community celebration, showcasing Maitland’s rich history through engaging activities, games, displays, stalls, food, performance and storytelling.

Discover what's written in the stars for your star sign this month with June's Horoscopes!

Skip the M1, park out front, and fly west the Newy way. From 8 September, Perth is just five hours away.

Lake Macquarie City Council will forge ahead with its $389.7 million Operational Plan for the next financial year.