Plenty of Entertainment at Muscle in the Brook
With time on his hands after an accident and subsequent ride in the Westpac Rescue Helicopter, Muswellbrooks Allan Nightingale is weeks away from seeing a dream become reality. Muscle in the Brook will be a car and bike show with something for everyone – including a mullet competition. “This will be our inaugural event and […]
Lukalyptus a dream home for Merriwa’s emergency service family
BY ALEX TIGANI
Merriwa’s Andrew and Peta Luke have a long history of volunteering with the local emergency services.
Tocal Homestead: 200 Years of Agriculture in the Hunter
BY MEREDITH BLAIR
The name Tocal, given by the Wonnarua people, means abundance.
Freeman Family Find the Perfect First Home
BY MEREDITH BLAIR
Thirty-three years ago, Tony and Ardell Freeman bought their first house in Birralee Street, Muswellbrook for $60,000 when interest rates were at 17.5 per cent.
Plan a Wonderful Visit to Upper Hunter Show
If you’re looking for somewhere to take the family on the weekend or just wanting some good country entertainment, the 2023 Upper Hunter Show is for you.
Young Gums Youth Mentorship is Back for 2023 Gum Ball
The Gum Ball’s Young Gums Youth Mentorship is now open, bringing a strong pathway for up and coming artists.
A centenary for the Branxton RSL
BY MEREDITH BLAIR
Allen. H, Allen. J, Anderson. E.J.
These are just some of the names of the gallant soldiers from Branxton that fought in WW1, named on the Branxton Memorial Rotunda opened in June 1923.
Merriwa Gallery Showcases Diverse Talent
BY JEM ANSHAW
It started as a pop-up photography exhibition during the Festival of the Fleeces, but since opening in July the Merriwa Gallery has been a popular addition to the town.
Inspirational Kamryn conquers Royal Rookie Rumble
BY MEREDITH BLAIR
Kamryn Kermode first started going to the gym to support her mental health.
When a School Becomes a Home
BY JEM ANSHAW
When work brought Peter and Kay Stone to the Upper Hunter 15 years ago they set about finding a home.
Peek Inside this Artist Sanctuary
BY JEM ANSHAW
Nestled away in the back streets of Scone is an artist sanctuary like no other.
Flowers are Blooming for Say it With Flowers
BY DI SNEDDON
When you take in the visual beauty and extent of Sedgewood property’s cottage garden, it is hard to believe there was nothing more than a couple of trees on the property when Susan and Harry Ginns first moved in.
Your house is never finished
BY ALEX TIGANI
When you drive through the main gates of Mark and Denise Ray’s family home in Muscle Creek, you’ll quite often hear some noise from the back shed.
Hidden Valley an Oasis for the Gardners
BY ALEX TIGANI
When you have a goal and focus, nothing is too hard for Nic and Julie Gardner.
Country Food with Taste
BY JASON BATES
Pokolbin is an amazing place to visit, with the various wineries, restaurants and of course the Hunter Valley Gardens. And at the entrance to the gardens is the Hunter Valley Gardens Shopping Village.
