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Motocross legend Robbie Maddison freestyling his way to Newy

Internationally-recognised stunt man and world record breaker Robbie Maddison is set to enthral Hunter fans at McDonald Jones Stadium in 2024.

Birubi’s brilliance set to shine with Night at the Beach  

The spotlight will shine brightly on Anna Bay's Birubi Beach this weekend, courtesy of the inaugural Night at the Beach.

Are we ever gonna see their faces again… and the answer is ‘yes’

You’d go a long way to find someone who’s never heard of a hit from legendary Aussie rockers, The Angels.

Local creatives invited to take centre stage at The Playhouse

Local theatre companies will have the opportunity to be “part of something bigger”, thanks to a new initiative in the CBD.

Gibson to bring ‘Voices of Joan’ to 2023 New Annual festival

After 15 years of performing Voices of Joan for global audiences, Newcastle's Janie Gibson will bring her show to the New Annual festival.

James Street Plaza serving up a feast of First Nations culture

CN's Community and Culture Advisory Committee chair Carol Duncan is encouraging everyone to celebrate First Nations’ creativity this weekend.

Beauty and the Beast star Alana Tranter from Maitland to Disney

Maitland-born singer, dancer, actor Alana Tranter is one to watch, currently performing in Disney's Beauty and the Beast at Capitol Theatre.

Fun-filled Knockers and Moles returns to fundraising calendar

Due to its success in 2022, the extremely popular Knockers and Moles extravaganza is back on the calendar this month.

Hunter daredevil stunt pilots soaring overseas

After wowing local crowds for many years, a trio of Hunter Valley pilots is set to showcase their awe-inspiring skills overseas.

Musical treats to hit the high notes in Hunter

From Beethoven to Kate Ceberano and everything in between, there's something for everyone in the region over the coming weeks.

Arts extravaganza EASEL’D to brighten Newcastle CBD

A celebration of Newcastle’s thriving visual art community is set to brighten the CBD next month, thanks to EASEL'D.

Matildas’ World Cup finals bid reaches fever pitch in Hunter

Organisers are anticipating Wheeler Place and the Maitland Regional Sportsground will be awash with “green and gold” on Wednesday night.

Ita Buttrose headlining History Illuminated Festival

Trailblazing media identity Ita Buttrose will headline next month's Lake Macquarie History Illuminated festival.

GALLERY: World’s a stage for Hunter drama students

The region might have just unearthed the next Hugh Jackman or Margot Robbie following the 2023 Hunter Regional Drama Festival.

Library hosts best-selling author for afternoon of laughs, insight

Best-selling author Todd Alexander is heading to the Singleton Public Library this month for a feel-good afternoon of laughs and insight.

Lake Macquarie to host Australian Haydn Ensemble

The sounds of Beethoven and Boccherini will fill the Rathmines Theatre, nawayiba later this month courtesy of the Australian Haydn Ensemble.

Lighthouse Arts explores region’s stand out women

A new exhibition at Lighthouse Arts Newcastle will recognise and acknowledge the incredible females throughout the region.

Grinspoon frontman heads Bitter & Twisted line-up

The man behind such hits as Chemical Heart, Just Ace and Lost Control will headline the 2023 Bitter & Twisted Boutique Beer Festival.

Three decades on, Gleeso says the Jets have Nothing To Lose

When you think of Newy rock ‘n’ roll legends, Dave Gleeson and the boys from The Screaming Jets immediately spring to mind.

Best-selling author Matthew Reilly a coup for Newcastle Writers Festival

Fans of Captain Shane “Scarecrow” Schofield and Jonathan “Jack” James West Jr are in for a treat when Matthew Reilly heads to the Hunter.

Artist pays homage to his legendary father, horse trainer Max Lees

For Justin Lees, his latest solo exhibition is extremely personal, a homage to his late father, champion Hunter horse trainer Max Lees.
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