Discover Darby
Looking for excellent food, stylish boutiques and vibey bars? Darby Street in Cooks Hill is calling. PALINOPSIA Tamara Bajić is making mealtime a more deliberate affaire at Palinopsia. Her store is a treasure trove of handmade, one-of-a-kind dinnerware pieces. Discover plates, bowls, mugs and servi
Fire in their souls
Sam Alexander and Pat Hester have joined forces to create one of the hottest venues in the Hunter, Yellow Billy Restaurant. When an up-and-coming chef started working with an ambitious young sommelier at a popular wine bar in Newcastle five years ago, they not only became great mates, but they also
Beauty all around
NEWCASTLE IS BLESSED TO BE SURROUNDED BY SEVERAL SCENIC BEAUTY SPOTS. WHETHER YOU’RE KEEN TO SWIM, WALK OR SIMPLY SIT BACK AND ENJOY THE VIEW, THESE GEMS PROVIDE THE PERFECT DESTINATION. Nothing better than day trips from Newcastle. On warm days, the sea is awash with boogie boards, kayaks, an
Two of a kind
Melissa Calder-mason and her daughter Taya are beautifying Newcastle, one property and one dress at a time. If you’ve noticed the city looking particularly gorgeous lately, it’s likely due to boutique property developer Melissa Calder-Mason and her entrepreneurial daughter, Taya. While Taya is b
Business is blooming
Florists and co-owners of Blooms on Darby Melissa and Natalie Hart share the art of fresh design. MORNING It’s an early start for Blooms on Darby mother-daughter duo Nat and Mel. Their day begins well before sunrise when they drive the M1 to the Sydney Flower Markets at 3am in a bid to source the
Lavishly vibrant
Founder & Creative Director Trudie Cox of Eadie Lifestyle shares her love of India and designing textiles.
Something in the water for Newcastle artist James Drinkwater.
For Newcastle artist James Drinkwater the ocean has always been a place of clarity and creativity. After living overseas, the coast called him home and a new family chapter began. There’s something special about 32°S/151° E. Punch in the coordinates, head north over the Sydney Harbour Bridg
Haute pursuits
Experience the allure of our region’s thriving arts scene with this curated collection of whats on, newcastle. Indulge in the mesmerising fusion of culture, creativity, and luxury that awaits you at each occasion. BLANC DE BLANC ENCORE Ever since it’s record-breaking premiere at Sydney Opera
