City of Newcastle's flagship arts festival, New Annual Festival, now in its fifth year, will take over the streets, stages and iconic landmarks of our city for ten days of art, music and ideas from 26 September to 5 October. It will showcase local people, places and performances alongside some of the best theatre, art and music from Australia and overseas.

It’s been a beautiful sonic stroll for the Hunter Valley’s Dashville Skyline, which celebrated a huge 10th birthday last year and now returns over the October Long Weekend (NSW) 3-5 October 2025, for what is arguably the biggest line up in its enduring 11-year history.

Your complete guide to what's on in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Port Stephens and the Hunter Valley...

After earning 14 five-star reviews at Adelaide Fringe, the breathtaking circus production La Ronde is set to dazzle Newcastle audiences at Spiegeltent Newcastle from 5 September to 5 October.

Get ready for theatrical mayhem as the world's most beloved comedy disaster lands at Newcastle's Civic Theatre this month. The Play That Goes Wrong, fresh from a decade-long triumph in London's West End, brings its award-winning chaos to Hunter Street from 19-30 August.

Curious minds, families, and future innovators— get ready! The Hunter Science Festival 2025 is back, transforming the Newcastle Museum into a powerhouse of discovery and imagination on Sunday, 17 August from 10am to 2pm.

Nestled amidst the picturesque Williams River Valley is the charming historical town of Dungog. Easily accessed by train or car, there is plenty to do for visitors, and from Wednesday 10 to Sunday 14 September, the town invites everyone to the Dungog Tea Party as a fabulous, fun and free way to celebrate the return of Spring.

Following standing ovations at Canada's International Leonard Cohen Festival, this acclaimed production celebrates the music, poetry and spirit of Leonard Cohen with breathtaking originality.

From 29–31 August, Sculpture on the Farm Dungog returns with its biggest exhibition yet – showcasing over 170 sculptures by 116 Australian artists.

Newcastle’s beloved doughnut team, DoughHeads has once again made its mark on the national stage.

When it comes to rural and lifestyle real estate, experience matters — not just in the professional sense, but in the deeply personal one too. Tyson Nicholson of McGrath Rural isn’t just selling properties; he lives the life his clients are buying into.

Get ready for an unforgettable spectacle as the Balloon Aloft Hunter Valley Fiesta returns this October Long Weekend (October 3rd - 6th, 2025) with an enchanting Balloons & Bubbles theme!

In every community, stories are waiting to be heard: stories of creativity, leadership, resilience, and connection. Placed to Speak, a new podcast and print series from the Place Based Abilities (PBA) program, is an inspiring new platform created by and for young people with disability to share their experiences, insights, and ideas.

Discover a new way to revitalise at Urth Fitness Recovery Lounge, your local sanctuary dedicated to enhancing physical wellness and mental clarity.

Salt Property has emerged as Newcastle's most talked-about real estate agency since launching in January 2022.

If you’ve been dreaming of a vibrant coastal lifestyle in a welcoming over-50s community, Oasis Redhead could be exactly what you're looking for!

Weight loss surgery is more than a procedure — it’s a life-changing journey with long term benefits for health and wellbeing.

Headaches are among the most common health complaints worldwide, affecting around three out of four Australians at some point each year.

If you’ve been thinking about growing your savings, now’s a great time to act. The Mutual Bank is offering a generous bonus interest rate that could help you make the most of your money, without jumping through hoops.

Are You Pulling My Leg? returns to the road — and to the punchlines — with a laugh-out-loud accessible comedy show at Performance Arts Culture Cessnock (PACC) on Tuesday 15 October. Tickets start at just $30.