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Gillieston Heights is becoming a rental hotspot

Property Olivia Arigho - June 8, 2026

For renters looking to balance work and family life, Gillieston Heights is proving to be one of the Hunter's most sought-after suburbs.

Hunter Staffies need a forever home

Charity Layla Scott Huggins - May 7, 2026

Staffordshire Terriers are among the most common dogs in RSPCA NSW care, and they are often the longest to wait for adoption. Over the past year the breed made up 37 per cent...

Keep the kids busy – what’s on in Newcastle these July school holidays

Lifestyle Laura Jackel - June 29, 2025

Whether you need to drop the kids off and go to work, or do something as a family, we have 11 ideas to make July school holidays fun.

Get outdoors – 9 ideas for family fun in Newcastle over Easter

Lifestyle Laura Jackel - April 18, 2025

Here are nine family-friendly outdoor spots to explore around Newcastle this Easter; perfect for picnics, play and adventure.

Kids birthday to plan? Here’s 11 great party ideas in Newcastle

Entertainment Laura Jackel - April 5, 2025

To make your kids' next birthday party one to remember, we have pulled together 11 of the best venues and ideas in Newcastle.

Jess Farchione: As Ferris Bueller says, life moves pretty fast

Lifestyle Jess Farchione - December 18, 2024

At a wedding, when the bride was dancing with her dad, Angus leant over to me and whispered, “imagine that’s me with Lucia one day”.

The region’s best off the beaten track picnic spots

Food & Wine Rebecca Riddle - December 27, 2023

Find space for your picnic rug without having to battle the crowds by exploring some of our region's best off-the-beaten track gems.

Kate Haberfield: Still ‘Our Kate’

Community Rebecca Riddle - March 9, 2023

After 14 years as the face of sport on our TV screens each night, Kate Haberfield will always be thought of by Novocastrians as 'Our Kate'.

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