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Towns and villages located within the region covered by the Hunter Region iMag
Newcastle – “The Gateway to the Hunter Valley”
 The Newcastle region is known for its Coal and Steel industries but since 2000 when BHP began to phase out its steel production, the city has undergone considerable change and is now less of an industrial centre but a bustling commercial and administrative hub, full of attractive, Victorian Architecture.
Newcastle’s history is steeped in coal production so much so that by the 1850s the industrial base of the city had been established. As the region developed as a major coal producer, port and railhead, mining villages such as Stockton, Carrington, Cardiff, Swansea, Charlestown, Minmi, New Lambton, Wallsend, Hamilton, Adamstown, Abermain, Gateshead, Merewether and Waratah were established. Clearly, the names of some of these mining villages reflect the fact that the origin of many of the miners was the British Isles.
The city is 156 km north of Sydney and is located at the mouth of the Hunter River. It has stunning beaches, natural beauty and provides a perfect base from which to explore the Hunter Valley.
Newcastle Visitor Information Centre - Ph: 1800 654 558 www.visitnewcastle.com.au
Port Stephens  Port Stephens is surrounded by water, with the Pacific Ocean to the east, the Hunter River to the South, the Paterson River to the west, and the Karuah River to the north.
This area is a major tourist/visitor destination because it offers pristine waterways, spectacular scenery, unspoilt national parks and abundant wildlife.
The most easterly peninsula “Tomaree” and the adjacent Tilligerry peninsula are well known for their tranquil atmosphere and beautiful waterfront settings.Stockton Beach sand dunes “the Golden Bight” runs 32km south from the Tomaree Peninsula to the mouth of the Hunter River at Newcastle.
Find Port Stephens by travelling the Pacific Highway, through the township of Raymond Terrace. From here explore the picturesque rural hinterland.
Port Stephens Visitor information centre - Ph: 4980 6900 www.portstephens.org.au
Nelson Bay Town Management - Ph: 4984 4751 www.nelsonbaybusiness.com
Lake Macquarie
Cooranbong
Cooranbong is located 116 km north of Syndey, and situated at the base of the Watagan Mountains. Cooranbong is the major gateway to the Watagan Mountains state forest, so rich in the natural beauty of Australian flora and fauna where spectacular views will take your breathe away providing campsites, lookouts, walking trails, picnic areas and well sign posted forest drives. Cooranbong is a quiet township, which blends the history and charm of yesterday with inviting country. The town center has a nice little restaurant and a variety of shops which include the well known and popular Elephant Shop selling a large range of Amethysts, Agate, Onyxware, Crystals, hand carved furniture and imported goods from South-East Asia. Cooranbong has two major historical buildings, the Catholic Church dating back to 1862 and the old sand stone Post office built in 1881.
Cessnock
 Cessnock -a mining town in the Hunter Valley -151 km north of Sydney
It became a major mining centre at the turn of the 20th century and as a result, is a residential, commercial and government centre. As a base though, it is a perfect place from which to explore the wine-growing regions.
As with most mining towns, many early landholders in the Hunter Valley were of Scottish descent and over the last century, coalmining as a major contributor to the economy, was supplemented by wine-making, timber, pottery, dairying and cattle.
From the late 1950s many coal mines closed and wine production slowly replaced coal as the core of the local economy.
The Greater City of Cessnock was declared in 1984 and encompasses 25 formerly separate towns and mining villages that had developed around collieries.
Hunter Valley Wine Country Tourism - Ph: 4990 0900 www.winecountry.com.au
Kurri Kurri
 Located approximately 11 km from Cessnock, Kurri Kurri is an old coalmining town. Coal was discovered in 1856 but the pits began to close from the late 1950s when wine slowly supplanted coal as the core contributor to the regional economy. In 1972 an aluminium smelter was completed and is still a primary industry for local employment.
The town has over 40 murals showcasing the areas history, heritage and uniqueness. Visitors can come by bus or by car to see the magnificent murals and undertake a tour by a local guide.
Kurri Kurri Visitor Information Centre - Ph: 4936 1909 www.kurrikurri.com
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Maitland
 Maitland, in the Hunter Valley is only 30 minutes drive from the centre of wine country and offers an abundance of unique attractions, fine dining, shopping and accommodation.
Maintaining an interesting mix of heritage and contemporary elegance, Maitland has preserved its past while presenting the present in in its street scapes. Many buildings date from the early 1800’s. All of this in a relaxed environment with picturesque views.
Maitland has something for everyone: Tiger Moth joy flight, local nightlife, local produce, speciality wines, country hospitality, walking tours.
Maitland Visitor Information Centre - Ph: 4931 2800 www.maitlandhuntervalley.com.au
Maitland City Centre - Ph 4934 1981 www.maitlandcitycentre.com.au
Singleton
Singleton, only a few hours drive from Sydney, offers beautiful gardens, historic and cultural sites and boutique wineries but by contrast it also hosts heavy industry, huge mining operations and enormous power stations.
It has a relaxed life but continues to develop with grace. Singleton awaits you with a thriving community providing cafes and fine dining, wonderful shopping opportunities and historic attractions.
Singleton Visitor Information Centre - Ph: 6571 5888 www.singletontourism.com.au
Muswellbrook
Muswellbrook is a substantial and very attractive town of historic buildings and tree-lined streets situated beside the Hunter River, 257 km north of Sydney, 26 km south of Scone and 144 metres above sea-level. Muswellbrook is continually expanding due to the employment opportunities provided by the eight coalmines in the district.
Take a couple of hours a morning or a whole day to visit the thoroughbred horse studs, wineries, historic homesteads, mines and the town Art Gallery, or enjoy the town walk {approx 4.5 km long} passing many of the early and significant buildings of Muswellbrook.The towns Agricultural Show is held in April and the Spring Festival in Sept – Nov. The Muswellbrook Cup is held on Melbourne Cup Day.
Muswellbrook Visitor Information Centre - Ph: 6541 4050 www.muswellbrook.org.au
Denman
 Denman is a small rural picturesque town with spectacular views of rich pastures spreading out from the banks of the Hunter and Goulbourn rivers. Denman is situated 276 km northwest of Sydney and 24 km southwest of Muswellbrook.
Denman is home to some of the best wine producing vineyards in the world including well-known Rosemount Estate, which was developed on the site of an original vineyard planted in the 1860’s. Spend a day exploring the delights of the wineries and take in some spectacular views. All wineries cater for visitors with picnic, BBQ or restaurant facilities.
Denman is well served by the wide range of B&B’s, country cottages and farm stays, these are complimented by a variety of restaurants and café to satisfy all tastes. Shopping for gifts and jewellery is also a delight.
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'What's On' in the Hunter Region of NSW
SEPTEMBER 2010
Events in Maitland, Hunter Valley
MAITLAND MARKETS – FREE EVENT
Maitland Showground, Blomfield St. Australia’s biggest regional market - with over 600 variety stalls. Old fashioned home made, home grown goods, musicians, gourmet foods, fine quality art. Held the first Sunday of each month from Feb onwards. 8am -2pm. Ph: (02) 4962 5522
1 - 30 September Festival Of Flowers
Hunter Valley Gardens, Broke Rd, Pokolbin. T (02) 4998 4000. hvg.com.au
4 - 5 September Doggy Fun Day
Morpeth Common, Edward St, Morpeth T (02) 4931 2800 doggyfunday.com.au/maitland
4 - 5 September -FREE Wyndham Estate - Shiraz & Chocolate Tasting
Dalwood Rd, Branxton T (02) 4938 3444. wyndhamestate.com
4 September -FREE Thornton Markets
Cnr Taylor Ave & Government Rd, Thornton T (02) 4966 3335
5 September - FREE Maitland Markets
Maitland Showground, Blomfield St, Maitland. T (02) 4962 5522. maitlandmarkets.com.au
9 September Look Who’s Talking - Faces In ?The Street
Maitland Gaol Auditorium - John St, East Maitland. T (02) 4933 6952. maitland.nsw.gov.au/library
11 September Historic Morpeth Cruise
Departs Lee Wharf, Newcastle T 0400 381 787. www.novacruises.com.au
11 September High Tea On High At Morpeth
Uniting Church Hall, Cnr High & Northumberland Streets, Morpeth. T 0438 155 938
11 September Funk N Grooves Festival
1882 Broke Rd, Pokolbin. T (02) 4930 9190. funkngrooves.com.au
15 September - 2 October Maitland Repertory Society Presents - Kid Stakes
Repertory Playhouse, High St, Maitland. T (02) 4931 2800. repertory.com
18 September -FREE The Artisan Markets @ Linuwel
Linuwel School, 133 Morpeth Rd, East Maitland. T (02) 4933 1791. farmersandartisansmarket.com.au
18 & 19 September Family Fun Fest - Richmond Vale Railway Museum
Leggetts Dr, Richmond Vale. T (02) 4937 5344. richmondvalerailwaymuseum.org
18 & 19 September Garden Ramble
Various gardens in the Maitland area. T (02) 4931 2800. maitlandbandw.com.au
25 September La Vuelta, Spain Degustation
Arnott’s Sourdough Restaurant, 148 Swan St, Morpeth. T (02) 4934 4343. www.arnottsbakehouse.com.au
26 September Amcat Collectors’ Day
Maitland Gaol, 6 - 18 John St, East Maitland. T (02) 4930 9051
27 September - 10 October School Holidays At Hunter Valley Gardens
Hunter Valley Gardens, Broke Rd, Pokolbin. T (02) 4998 4000. hvg.com.au
30 September, 1 - 2 October -FREE Orchid Display
Maitland & Coalfields District Orchid Society, Rutherford Market Place, Rutherford. T (02) 4932 8220
Events in Hunter Valley Wine Country
4 Sept: 7th Annual Champion of Champions Bulls Broncs & Barrels at Cessnock Showground. Ph: Ros Lindsay 4991 1585 or 0412 967 863
4 Sept: Wine Country Polo at Tatler Vineyard
4 - 5 Sept: Indulge Your Senses - Wine and Chocolate at Wyndham Estate. Ph: 4938 3444
11 Sept: Funk n Grooves Festival at Tyrrell’s Vineyard. To book your ticket, visit www.winecountry.com.au or
www.funkngrooves.com.au or call the Visitors Centre on (02) 49 900 900
12 Sept: The Broke Village Fair. McNamara Park (Broke Village) from 9am
Ph: Terry Everett (02) 6579 1037
18 - 19 Sept: Family Fun Fest. Richmond Vale Railway Museum Leggetts Drive. Ph: (02) 4937 5344.
www.richmondvalerailwaymuseum.org
18 Sept: Gartelmann’s Riedel Glass Tasting at Gartelmann Wines 5.30pm to 7pm. Ph: 02 4930 7113 or salesatgartelmann.com.au
25 Sept - 10 Oct: Fly Kites These Holidays! Wyndham Estate Ph: 02 4938 3444
26 Sept - 3 Oct: The Hunter Valley Grape Escape - Golden Oldies Rugby. www.goldenoldiessports.com
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 Festivals and Events in the Hunter RegionDates for your Diary - September Events
Theatrefest Hunter 2010September 4th  Theatrefest Hunter is a Festival and Competition of One Act Plays performed by Theatre Groups from the Hunter and surrounding areas between Gosford and Taree. This fun and exciting unique event is the first of its kind in the Hunter and will be held at the Cessnock Performing Arts Centre. This is an opportunity for the Community, family, friends and visitors to see and experience a variety of talented individuals in a number of short plays (some unpublished), and for these individuals to experience the art of performance and competition with their peers, in a fun and friendly environment judged by an Adjudicator and Special Guests. The Inaugural Launch will be officially opened by the Cessnock Mayor, Councillor Alison Davey in the early evening of Saturday 4th September which includes an Awards Ceremony and fantastic supper!Session details, information and online tickets go to www.cessnock.nsw.gov.au or call 02-49907134. Theatrefest Hunter 2010 is generously supported by Cessnock City Council and the Cessnock Performing Arts Centre and is produced by the Hunter Valley Actors Centre (HVAC), who conduct Acting and Theatre Courses in Maitland. Please see www.huntervalleyactorscentre.com.au or call 0407457966.
Family Fun Fest at Richmond Vale Railway Museum18th and19th September 2010.
10am - 4 pm both days
 The annual Family Fun Fest is on again. Did you know that at this event there are unlimited full sized train rides available to you after you pay the entry fee?There will be plenty of attractions for all to enjoy including other steam machinery and a selection of carnival rides for all ages. The Australian Battle Group will bring 1:144 scale model warships to demonstrate battle tactics (see the AusBG website!). Thomas the Tank Engine will be visiting to provide miniature train rides (for a small additional fee).The Teddy Bear Doctor, Mary Hickey, will be attending. Mary does repairs to teddies and can give advice on the care of old teddy bears.There will also be a display of teddy bears and dolls. Hunter Model Auto Club will have a Circus display, as well as model vehicles of all types.There will also be free face painting for the children, Scrap Booking displays, Card making and lots more activities! Solo, the Dalmatian Mascot from the Rural Fire Service will interact with the crowd throughout the weekend.Steak and sausage sandwiches will be on sale at the canteen, as well as drinks, ice creams, sandwiches, sausage rolls and pies. Picnic areas and wood fired BBQs are always available for the use of visitors, as are toilets and a baby change room. Toilets are also available at Pelaw Main. Dont forget to check out the souvenir shop.The Museum is located on Leggetts Drive, four kilometres south of Kurri Kurri (on the same side of the road as the Hunter Economic Zone). Look out for the sign with the picture of the Black Steam Engine.Entry Fees: Adults $15; Concession $10; Children [5-15 Years] $7. Children under 5 are free.Members: If you paint, sweep, polish, garden or swing a hammer, there’s a job for you: participation is different for each person. Some folk restore trains, some drive them – others help organise, or enjoy a talk with visitors. New members are always welcome, and membership forms are available at the souvenir shop.For more information see our website www.richmondvalerailwaymuseum.org or phone 49375344.
Tomorrows Heirlooms
The Annual Exhibition of The Embroiderers’ Guild of NSW
Wednesday 22nd September to Sunday 26th September
Exhibition of embroidered work by members of the Newcastle Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild. A vast array of techniques and styles on display that will appeal to all lovers of hand created works of art.
Times: Wednesday to Saturday 10am – 4pm, Sunday 10am – 3.30pm.Location: Newcastle City Hall, King St Newcastle – Lower Ground Floor
Wheelchair access from Wheeler Place.
Cost: $5.00 per person, Children under 12years Free.
Available: Free advice about embroidery and needlework.Free Demonstrations.Raffle with hand embroidered goods to be won.Threads Cafe with Tea Coffee and light refreshments.Stall with embroidered items for sale.
Local Embroidery Retailers with your embroidery needs for sale.
For Further Information please contact: Cathy Kelly, President The Newcastle Branch of the Embroiderers’ Guild of NSW Inc. Ph: 02 49291805
Collectors’ Day
26th September
The Australian Museum of Clothing and Textiles is holding its bi-annual Collectors’ Day on the 26th of September 2010, at Maitland Gaol. Collections, such as dolls both large and small, as well as collections of items such as bricks, model boats, Aboriginal artefacts, pepper and salt shakers will be on display, some stalls will have items for sale.
There will be something to interest all family members. This event will be located in the Gaol auditorium, the marquee and surrounds, it is a fund raising opportunity to assist in the support of the museum which is the only dedicated clothing and textile museum in Australia. Food will be available.
Maitland Gaol, 18 John Street, East Maitland. Sunday 26 September 2010
10am to 4pm Sunday. Entry: $5
Contact: Lynette McDowell 49309051or Stephanie Rogers 0403652550 for further information.
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Food and Wine in the Hunter Region NSW
 Hunter Valley Wineries
Undercliff Winery – Winery, Gallery, Settlers Cottage
Fines wines, beautiful art and accommodation.
Sample fine hand made wines and enjoy beautiful artwork in a tranquil vineyard.
Yango Creek Rd Wollombi
Ph/Fax 02 4998 3322
www.undercliff.com.au
 Stonehurst Cedar Creek
Great wines grown organically!
Explore the Wollombi Valley, taste the difference!
Stay in one of our delightful cottages.
Open 7 Days
Wollombi Rd Cedar Creek Ph: 4998 1576
www.cedarcreekcottages.com.au
 Draytons Family Wines
New Cellar door NOW OPEN
Oakey Creek Rd, Pokolbin. Ph: 4998 7513
www.draytonswines.com.au
 Wollombi Village Vineyard
Discounts on Cellar Door Sales
2971 Payne's Crossing Road, Wollombi
Ph: 0419 997 434
www.wollombivillagevineyard.com.au
 Wollombi Wines
Family owned and operated. Open Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday and Public holidays
25 Charlton Street, Wollombi Road, Wollombi
Ph: 02 4998 3427 Fax: 02 4998 3472 Mob: 0408 410 772
www.wollombiwines.com.au
 Noyce Brothers Wines - Taste Noyce Brothers beautiful and distinctive estate grown wines at our sales outlet in the heart of historic Wollombi Village.
Noyce Brothers are a boutique wine producer with our vineyards in Wollombi on land that was first settled in 1823. Through the unique combination of soil and climate our vineyards produce quite distinctive Hunter style wines, particularly our semillon and shiraz.
Our wines, including our Directors Cut Shiraz, are available in a select number of restaurants, independent bottle shops, the internet, mailing list and we now now sell direct to the public in Wollombi Village.
www.noycebros.com.au
 Littles Wines offers a range of award-winning wines. The Reserve range of wines is made from grapes grown in their own vineyards while the Art series range combines their own grapes with those from other carefully selected premium wine regions. They are available from selected Sydney retail outlets and restaurants, cellar door, by mail order, or by ordering on line through the website. Open 10am - 4.30pm Fri, Sat & Public Holidays.
270 Palmers Lane, Pokolbin. Ph: 4998 7626.
www.littleswinery.com.au
 Noonji Estate - Classic Hunter wine. Dry-grown vines are more than 40 years old produce grapes of outstanding quality. Open Sat & Sun from 10am for wine tasting and sales.
386 Wilderness Road, Lovedale.
 Eating Out in the Hunter Region
 Chinois Restaurant
For Chinese Food Lovers!
Open for lunch Tuesday to Friday. Open for dinner Monday to Saturday. Winner of the Restaurant & Caterers Assoc. Hunter Region Chinese Restaurant Awards for Excellence 2001-2006. Regional NSW winner 2005.
326 King Street (cnr Union Lane), Newcastle. Phone 02 4926 2333
 Lynkeys of Lovedale
Afternoon Tea woth Alpaca? Grinders coffee, tea or light refreshments. All day BBQ. Lynkeys also offers accommodation, self contained apartment set in bush land on a hobby farm with alpaca, mini horses, rabbits, chickens, ducks & dogs.
332 lovedale Rd, Lovedale. Ph: 0411 715 843
www.lynkeys.com.au
 Hunter Valley Chocolate Company
One of the area's most popular destinations offering premium hand made chocolates, chocolate & fudge products.
Open 7 days, 9am - 5pm. Specialising in beautifully boxed wedding chocolate.
 Oscars Cafe and Restaurant
Open 7 days for Breakfast and Lunch. Picnic Hampers, Gourmet Pizzas, Fresh Salads, Sandwiches, Take Aways and Pasta.
Shop 15, Hunter Valley Gardens, Pokolbin. Ph: 02 4998 7355
www.thewinnerisoscars.com.au
Majors Lane Restaurant
Specialising in fresh, local produce including meats from our own smokehouse.
Indoor & alfresco dining with vineyard views. Fully licensed. Recommended by SMH Good Food Guide 2008.
Open Thurs to Mon. Dinner from 6pm. Lunch 11.30am - 4pm. Brekkie Sat & Sun 9am - 11am
64 Majors Lane Lovedale. Ph: 02 4930 7832
www.majorslane.com
 Kurri Workers' Club
Chinese restaurant open 7 days (closed Monday night)
Entertainment every Friday & Saturday nights
Monday Madness 1st Monday each month. $10 includes lunch, raffle ticket + entertainment. Bingo Wed, Thu & Fri 11am + Thu 7pm
Raffles Tues 4.30pm, Fri 5.30pm, Sun 11am
209 Lang Street, Kurri Kurri. Ph: 02 4937 1542
 Bolwarra General Store & Cafe
Old fashioned service with a smile
Mon- Fri 7am - 6pm • Sat - Sun 7am - 5pm. Breakfast all day 7 days
Gourmet Sandwiches & Wraps, Homemade Cakes & Slices, Award winning jams, pickles & sauces, Gluten free bread & cakes, Diabetic fruit cake
Quiet Courtyard. Belroma coffee, Variety of freshly brewed tea in a pot (our tea doesn't jiggle.)
22 Paterson Rd, Bolwarra. Ph: 4930 0988
 CBC Bed & Breakfast & Cafe
Our luxurious country retreat, where you can step back in time and still enjoy the comforts of modern life, is waiting for you. Be surprised by our unique range of gift items and home wares waiting for you in the Old Vault Shop and Gallery. When you’ve finished your browsing enjoy our selection of tasty bites in the beautiful historic surrounds of our café. Bookings are appreciated for dinner or small functions.
19 King Street, Paterson. Ph: 4938 5767
 The Hotel Beatty
Bistro at The Beatty - Dine in or take away. Open for lunch & dinner Thurs to Mon. Quality B&B accommodation. ideally located in historic East Gresford, close to boutique vineyards, heritage sites and the magnificent Barrington Tops. Experience the friendly service and family atmosphere that the locals have known for generations!
Park St, East Gresford. Phone: 4938 9451
 Clevedon B&B
Hosts Ellis & Belinda Richards welcome you to historic Clevedon. Open from 10am to 5pm, visitors can browse through the many quality items in the shop, tour the house and gardens, or enjoy morning or afternoon tea or a light lunch. Guests at Clevedon, can enjoy panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. Bed and Breakfast available. Bus Bookings Welcome.
Gresford Road, East Gresford. Phone: 4938 9488
 Noah's in the Valley
A friendly smile and inviting atmosphere greet you when you arrive at NOAH'S Bar & Grill. Enjoy a relaxing drink before dinner or liqueurs with coffee at our Cocktail Bar. NOAH'S Bar & Grill enjoys an excellent reputation amongst our regular visitors and is also well patronised by members of the local community.
Comfort Inn Noah's in the Valley
91 Bridge Street Muswellbrook. Ph: 02 6543 2833 Fax 02 6543 2170
Choice Booking - Phone: 13 24 00
www.noahsinthevalley.com.au
 Cessnock Supporters Club - Kee Ho Restuarant
Open Lunch and Dinner 7 days
1 – 7 Darwin Street, Cessnock
Ph: 02 4993 2655 Fax: 02 4991 1506
www.cessnockleaguesclub.com.au
 Wollombi Tavern
Home of Dr Jurd’s Jungle Juice.
Counter lunches available 7 days, Dinner Friday and Saturday.
BBQ and dining area, log fire.
An old fashioned country pub.
Old North RoadWollombi. Ph: 4998 3261 Fax: 4998 3106
www.wollombitavern.com.au
 Lovedale Smokehouse and Gourmet Pantry Discover our range of mouth watering, premium quality, grapevine smoked produce. Open Thursday to Monday 11am-4pm.
Located at Majors Lane Restaurant. 64 Majors Lane Lovedale. Ph: (02) 49307832
www.majorslane.com
 The Hunter Valley Cellars Deli and Café Open 7days from 7.30am
The Café serves realistically priced breakfasts and light lunches
Shop 20 – 21 Hunter Valley Gardens Village
Broke Rd Pokolbin Ph: 4998 74 66
 The Hunter Olive Centre - Featuring the Hunter Valley's largest range of Olive products. Also over 400 other locally produced delicacies, from olives, olive oil and olive oil products to jams, chutneys, dukkahs, vinegars, spices and much more. A purchase at the Hunter Olive Centre will entitle you to a further discount at Pokolbin Estate Vineyard. Pokolbin Estate Vineyard, 298 McDonalds Road, Pokolbin. OPEN 10am - 5pm 7 Days. Ph - (02) 4998 7524.
 Hunter Valley Snails from Snails Bon Appetite - For that special Hunter taste sensation...try the Australian Escargot.
 Carr's Traditional Butchery - Licensed Wholesaler and Retailer
Open 7 Days: Mon to Fri - till 6pm. Sat & Sun - till 1pm.
Family owned and operated. 137 Wollombi Road, West Cessnock. Ph 4990 1168
 Pasta Making Classes at Sandalyn Estate - Experience a 3-hour hands-on Tuscan style “Pasta making class” under the direction of an experienced chef in our underground cellar. Teaching you the traditional art of pasta making. Classes are held most weekends and during the week if you have 10 or more people. Bookings essential. Ph 4930 7611. 162 Wilderness Road, Rothbury/Lovedale
www.huntervalleyboutiques.com.au
 Nagisa Japanese Restaurant. Lunch - Tues to Sat 11.30-2.30; Sun 11.30-3.30. Dinner - Tues to Sat 5.30-9.30 (last orders).
N2 The Boardwalk, 1 Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle. Ph 4929 4122.
www.nagisa.com.au
 Larnna Thai - Authentic Thai Cuisine. Lunch Tuesday to Friday 11.30am - 2.30pm, Dinner Monday to Sunday 5.30pm till late. Fully Licenced. Winner Restaurant and Catering's Hunter region award for excellence.
1 South Boardwalk, Honeysuckle Drive, Newcastle 2300. Ph: 02 4926 2481
 The Lakehouse at Murrays Beach - For a truly great coffee made by professional baristas serving Ducale coffee. Open 7 days for breakfast and lunch. Handmade, preservative free cakes, muffins, friands and pies baked daily. Delicious soup and daily specials. Great breakfast and lunch menu. Perfect wedding venue. Private events/parties welcome
Murrays Beach, 2 minutes south of Swansea on Lake Macquarie. Ph 49 711 745
www.lakehousecafe.com.au
 Tides Cafe & Restaurant - Modern Australian menu. Prices range from $15 to $32. Open 7 days 9am to 9pm Mon - Thurs; 9am to late Friday, 8am till late Sat; 8am till 8pm Sun.
Shop 3, Paris Apartments, 2 Belmont Street Swansea. Ph: 4971 5152.
 Moto Cafe - Large range of gluten free and vegan options available. Function & Corporate catering available. Open Mon - Fri 8am to 4pm, Sat 8am to 3pm; Sun 8am to 3pm (weather permitting).
58 Victory Parade, Toronto. Ph: 4959 3355  The Gate Cafe at Lavender Gate Farm - Open Fri to Mon for breakfast and lunch from 8.30 to 4pm; Fri and Sat nights 5.00 to 8.30. Catering for weddings, functions, bus tours, car clubs, bike clubs, business lunches, birthdays. Gift shop with a variety of lavender products, giftware, jewellery, culinary products, art and old wares.
Reservations are required for bookings 4998 3377. 2480 Wollombi Rd, Wollombi
 Wine Country Cafe - The first and last stop on your visit to the Hunter.
Wine Country Visitors centre, 455 Wine Country Road, Pokolbin. Ph: 4990 9208.
www.winecountrycafe.com.au
Coffee in the Hunter Region
 Cafe Loco - Maitland Railway Café and book store
Open 6:30am to 6:00pm Mon - Fri and 8:00am to 1:00pm Saturday.
Segafredo Coffee • Sandwich platters • Freshly made wraps Light meals • Homemade slices.
Cnr Church St & Railway Street Maitland Ph: 4934 4608
 Suspension Espresso Coffee - Open 7 days – Mon to Sat 7am to 6pm; Sundays 8am to 5pm. Purchase a wide variety of freshly Roasted Coffee Beans. Sit and enjoy a relaxing coffee and delicious homemade cakes in our cafe. 3 – 5 Beaumont St, Islington Ph: 4962 2717
 River Roast Crafted Coffee - The Hunter’s Freshest Coffee Company. Gold Medal Espresso - Paterson Blend. 2009 Sydney Royal Fine Food Show. Ph: 0433 728 400 (Edwardo) or 0406 398 001 (James) www.riverroast.com.au
 Your Coffee Retail Shop & Espresso Bar - Specialising in Gourmet Coffee and Equipment incl Bodum plungers and Professional Espresso Machines and Grinders for Home. Open 8 - 3 Mon-Fri, 8 - 12 Sat. Ph: 0416 004 586 www.realcoffee.com.au
 Baristaba Espresso - Cakes, coffee, locally roasted Peaberrys gourmet coffee. Light lunches, breakfast, corporate catering, cheese and antipasto platters. Open Mon til Friday 7am-5pm, Sunday 8.30am til 4pm.
Shop 2 / 1 Honeysuckle Drive Honeysuckle Ph 4926 2722 Fax 4926 5793
 Cafe-Bar Twist - great food with a twist. Open 8-5 Monday, 8-10 Tuesday to Thursday, 8-11 Friday Saturday Sunday.
The Boardwalk Honeysuckle Newcastle. Phone 4926 1766
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 Retail outlets in the Hunter Region
Taylors of Maitland
For Fine Living  Casual Classy Homewares • Fine Foods For Entertaining
Quality Linens And Nightwear • Classic Furniture For Beautiful Living Beautiful decorating ideas, giftware, unique furniture pieces, organic skin and bodycare and delicious foods for entertaining.
437 High Street Maitland 2320 Ph: 4934 2505 (in Maitland’s most charming building)
 Simply D'Vine
A well established garden centre providing beautiful gardens, homewares and water features to fit any budget.
The gift gallery has an ever changing display of pots, plants, statues, bird baths, furniture, gifts, jewellery,
accessories and homewares.
Enjoy a cup of tea, coffee or lunch in our café overlooking the Koi pond.
151 Wine Country Drive, Nulkaba. Ph: 4990 4291
www.simplydvine.com.au
 Ritzy Fashion
A large selection of retro to New Clothing for ladies and men.
Bags, Jewellery, Scarves, Sarongs, Hats, Shoes, Tye Dye & Men's Clothing too.
The biggest and the best in Newcastle!
291 Hunter Street Newcastle
Ph/Fax:4926 5009
 Traveller's Services Newcastle Airport
We handle: Hotel Accommodation Bookings, Train Information & Tickets
Door to Door Shuttle Bus Ticket Sales, Sightseeing Tours & Tour Information
Half & One Day Tours & Excursions, Limousine Services
We provide: Trained Quality Staff, Brochure Distribution, Maps, etc. Signage to identify services offered.
Point of Sale Material for the products we sell, Specially negotiated Hotel rates
Phone 4965 1700 for more information
 Ronnies Flower Shop
Our flowers really do say it all! Specialising in gift baskets and beautiful rose bouquets,
fresh flower arrangements for weddings, anniversaries, birthdays, new babies and funeral flowers.
Wedding Packages from $450!
41 Harrison Street, Cardiff
Phone 0249549397 Fax 0249567661
www.petalsflorists.com/florists/australia/cardiff/ronnies-flower-shop/
 Paper & Stuff
Scrapbooking, Cardmaking, Wedding Stationery, Giftware & Fun Stuff!
Open Mon - Thurs 9am - 5pm, Fri 9am - 4pm. Sat and Sun Closed.
37 Currans Rd Cooranbong
Ph: 4977 3200
 End of the Line
If you love shoes then this is the place to shop!
Greatly reduced prices - Discounts of up to 50%.
Fashion footwear from France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Australia.
A wide range of handbags and accessories - Stock is Seasonal.
Open 10 - 4.30pm Tues to Fri, 9 - 12noon Sat.
27A Vincent St Cessnock
Ph: 4990 7266
 Steptoes
The largest antique & second-hand furniture warehouse in the Hunter!
Open 7 days Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 10.30am-3pm.
Always buying antiques & secondhand furniture, so come on in
and browse.
105 Lang St Kurri Kurri
Ph: 4936 1511
 Country Decor
For the best country gifts at the best prices.
Country signs - tin and wood, enamelware, throw rugs, runners, placemats
wooden bread and veg boxes, bears, dolls and tinware.
We offer fantastic products, friendly service at unbelievable prices with
EFTPOS, lay-by and gift Vouchers. Open Mon-Fri 9am to 5pm; Sat 1pm to 5pm.
1/138 Lang St Kurri Kurri
Ph: 49361633
 Abbyz Designz
We cater for everyone sizes 8-26.
Wide range from casual to formal, mother of the bride, accessories
shoes, lingerie and sleepwear.
Now also selling School Wear.
128 Lang St Kurri Kurri. Ph: 49364822
 Australian Alpaca Barn
The Australian Alpaca Barn specialises in quality Alpaca Homewares, Fashion and Accessories
that are luxuriously soft, amazingly warm and lightweight. Wholesale enquiries are welcome.
Open 7 days: 10am - 5pm
135 Swan St, Morpeth
Ph: 4933 5787
www.australianalpaca.com
 Rare Find Country Antiques
The Hunter’s largest selection of genuine Australian antique cedar furniture.
Most of our stock is pictured on our website.
Hours by appointment but we are there most of the time as we live on site.
38 Denison St, Hamilton Ph 49693801 Mobile 0418 684 724
www.rarefindantiques.com.au
 Teddy Bears Upstairs
Open 7 Days 10.30 - 4pm
164 Swan Street, Morpeth
Above GRANDMA'S FEATHER BED "The Village Home Store" EST. 1990
Ph: 4933 9794
 Bolwarra General Store and Cafe
Old fashioned service with a smile.
Trading Hours
Mon- Fri 7am - 6pm • Sat - Sun 7am - 5pm
Breakfast all day 7 days
Shop 2/165 Swan St, Morpeth
Ph:4934 2542
 Bunna Bunoo Olive Grove
Extra virgin olive oil and traditionally cured olives.
Open Friday, Saturday & Sunday 10 - 4pm
Other days and group tours by appointment
237 Fishers Hill Rd, Vacy Ph: 4938 8086
www.bunnabunooolives.com.au
 The Natural Furniture Works
Quality, very solid hand-made furniture made to last forever … indoor or outdoor … custom made.
Come check out the style of something different in furnishing, some wild, some nearly conventional.
All timber used is from ‘dead’ or ‘rescued’ trees and are ‘one-offs’.
Ring or visit Stephen Wright. He’ll be happy to show your future heirlooms.
Next to the Caltex Garage, East Gresford
Ph: 4938 9501
 Pickled & Pitted
Nestled in the village of Broke surrounded by great scenery & plenty of things to do. Producers of fine
Hunter Valley olive oils, vinegars, relish, chutney, pickles, mustards, metwurst, pesto & pasta.
Open 10am - 5pm Friday, Saturday & Sunday & Public Holidays.
67 Wollombi St Broke NSW 2330
Ph: 02 65791063 Fax: 02 65791363
 Precious Pieces
Fine Jewellery & Giftware. Specialising in Gold & Silver Jewellery. Gold sold by the gram
Antique reproductions, Gifts for all occasions, Stockist of Pandora Jewellery.
Open 9am-5pm Mon to Fri, 9am-1pm Sat
31 Ogilvie St Denman
Tel: 6547 2016
 The Hunter Valley Chocolate Company
Specialising in beautifully boxed wedding chocolate.
One of the areas most popular destinations
Broke Rd, Pokolbin
Ph: 4998 7221
www.hvchocolate.com.au
 Wholly Relics
Over 50 Years knowledge and expertise for good Old fashioned Service.
Open Thursday – Sunday 10am – 4pm
99 Newcastle Road, East Maitland
Ph: 4933 4966
 Wollombi Markets
Held every Monday of every long weekend
Local Produce, Bric a Brac and general items for sale.
Held at Wollombi Saleyards
Ph: 4998 3254
 Heartland Antiques & Arts
Recent estate acquisitions of antique furniture have us bursting at the seams.
Generous discount for cash, trade wholesale prices.
321 High Street, Maitland
Phone 02 4933 9923 or mobile 0414 012 608
Open 6 days 10am - 4pm. Closed Tuesdays
 Covelli - the Shoe Specialists
Classic and Distinctive Fashion as well as
• Shoes • Dance Shoes • Rock ‘N Roll Shoes • Wedding Shoes
Open Mon - Sat
Shop 9-116 High St, East Maitland 2323. Ph 49347434
www.covelli.net.au
 Pearsons Meats
Trading 7 days
Prime Quality Beef, Lamb & Chicken Products
German small goods & Gluten free sausages made in-house
275 Lang Street Kurri Kurri
Ph: 4937 1023
 Des’s Health Foods
For all your health food & health supplement needs
Huge supply of health products...which means you save money!
Shop 12 Pender Place Shopping Centre
Maitland
Ph: 4933 1718
 Herbalist - Bronwyn Shaunessy Dip H. M. 25 years experience in the Hunter Valley. Drug Free Treatment • Liver Detox • Time to lose weight?
Open Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 32 Aberglasslyn Rd, Rutherford
Open Friday & Saturday at Grays Inn, 2884 Wollombi Rd, Wollombi
All enquiries and appointments Ph: 4932 7533 Rara - Rare pieces from the world. A rare and beautiful collection of decorative hand picked work of arts & artefacts. Qualified interior designer graduated from academy of fine arts in Rome. For design services contact by appointment only. Open Fri, Sat, Sun & Mon from 9:30am – 5pm
2883 Wollombi Rd, Wollombi.
Ph: 0415 497 616
 Gems4U
Gemstones • Minerals • Fossils • Crystals • Beading / Freshwater Pearls.
Gift Certificates available. Open 7days 10am - 5pm
Hunter Valley Gardens Village. Ph: 49986647 Mobile: 0409666242 Hunter Healthy Spines - Is poor health holding you back? Discover how good life can be... Call us now during February to have your child checked for FREE! Questions always welcome.
3/8 Garnett Rd, Green Hills Just down from the RTA. Ph: 4933 0588.www.hunterhealthyspines.com.au Heart & Soil Garden Design - Local Arts & Crafts • Giftware • Plants • Teddy Bears • Garden Advice & Design. Sunday Fun Days -Spend the day in a friendly, clean, fun environment doing arts and crafts of your choice. Locals can get 10% off our locally grown, Native tube stock. Open Tuesday - Friday: 9am to 5pm; Saturday & Sunday: 9am to 4pm
33 Station Street, Weston (between the chemist and discount store)
Ph: 4937 4494 Fax: 4937 4496
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 Galleries and Theatres in the Hunter Region
Whats on at the Galleries this month
 Cessnock Regional Art Gallery September Exhibition
Ends 5th September 2010
Our Place
A Journey through Four Corners of the Hunter Valley
This exhibition of artwork by Hunter artists Jacqui White, Linda Greedy, Pamela Ireland and Pamela Fitzsimons celebrates their connections to the land – specifically their experience of life in the Hunter Valley from Bow Wow Creek to Pokolbin, Cessnock to the shores of Lake Macquarie.
Each brings a unique vision of life in the valley to their works, as well as the limits of their chosen art medium from textile works which feature natural dyes, layering, machine and hand stitching to painting from the abstract to more detailed observations of nature in birds, flowers and plants. All works are for sale.
Maitland Regional Art Gallery presents
 21st August - 10th October
In [two] art
Thirty pairs of artist couples have been selected for the exhibition, including Alun Leach-Jones and Nola Jones; Clare Healy and Sean Cordeiro; Rick Amor and Meg Williams; Helen Eagar and Christopher Hodges; John Turier and Nicola Hensel; and Deborah Paauwe and Mark Kimber. The diversity of practice, medium and style on display in in [two] art, supported by an extensive catalogue for the exhibition, is enough to promise a diverse and fascinating visit to MRAG.
www.mrag.org.au
Smiling faces from the children of the Hunter
 Maitland Regional Art Gallery (MRAG) presents the exhibition FACES which was developed as a project open to students from Kindergarten to Year 10 and involved schools from the broad footprint of the Hunter and Central Coast Regions.
Students were encouraged to research contemporary portraiture in art practice. The exhibition FACES shows insight into the characters of these artists and demonstrates a diverse and interesting ‘sense of self’ from artists ranging in age from as young as 5 years old and up to the early teens.
Also opening with the exhibition FACES will be three new exhibitions from nationally significant artists. Suzanne Archer: After life, an exhibition of recent painting and sculptures; an exhibition of new work by Geraldine Berkemeier; Gary Shinfield: On the Hunter and a touring exhibition by Ruth Downes: Tea for the Trades.
Entry is free and everyone is welcome to attend the opening and enjoy the hospitality of refreshments provided by Mansfield’s catering and Tyrrell’s wine. The exhibitions open 3pm from Sat 18 September until 14 November except Tea for the Trades which will finish 31 October 2010.
 Wollombi Endeavour Museum Located in historic stone courthouse constructed in 1866. This beautiful heritage courthouse contains an interesting collection from the rich colonial past of the Cessnock and Wollombi districts. Souvenirs and family history literature available for sale. Open 7 days. Entry fee to the museum; adults $2, children free. Shady picnic table on grounds.
Main Road, Wollombi. Phone 02 4998 3375
 Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Maitland Regional Art Gallery hosts a vibrant calendar of ever changing exhibitions that promote visual arts and craft in the region. Visit the Art Gallery shop where you can purchase unique pieces by local artists such as Giselle Penn and Julio Santos. Open Tuesday-Sunday 10am-5pm. Closed Mondays and public holidays.
230 High Street, Maitland. Phone 02 4934 9859 www.mrag.org.au
 Cessnock Regional Art Gallery
Showcasing an exciting and contemporary program across all forms of the visual arts.
16 Vincent St, Cessnock NSW 2325. Phone: 02 4991 6619. Fax: 02 4991 6620
www.crag.net.au
 Mandalong Gallery
Lake Macquarie Premier Aboriginal Fine Arts Gallery - presenting Quality Investment Paintings, Pottery & Glassware. Works from the famous Petyarre sisters, Ronnie Tjampinjimpa, George Ward, Lilly Kelly, Dorothy Napangardi, Gabriella Possum, Minnie Pwerle and many more.
Open: Sat & Sun 9am - 5pm or by appointment
29 Little Valley Road Mandalong NSW 2264 (5 mins from Morisset F3 Interchange)
Ph:0249772316 Fax: 0249773788
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 Markets in the Hunter Valley NSW
The Olive Tree Market Newcastle
 Dedicated handmade artisan market held on the first Saturday of the month between 9am-3pm. The market is constantly evolving and growing and showcases 100 of the best of Newcastle's contemporary art, craft, design, fashion, jewellery, woodwork, ceramics and home wares direct from the artisan to you. Meet the artisans, listen to local music and enjoy food from around the world.
New stallholders at April’s market include Jo Dyer Illustrations, Little Buddha Children's Clothing, Pixel Paper Designs, Electric Firefly Light Sculpture, First Light Entertainment circus gear and Zenubi Handmade Toys. Regular stallholders have new work on display each market.
Come to the market on Easter Saturday, the 3rd of April, with family and friends and encourage visitors to Newcastle to come and experience the markets vibrant atmosphere where the opportunity exists to buy unique goods and gifts and directly helps sustain Newcastle’s eclectic artisan community.
The Olive Tree Market operates Rain, Hail or Shine. See you under the olive tree!
For more information, contact Justine Gaudry on 0439649058
Hunter Street Markets Newcastle
 New and exciting street markets are held in the Hunter Street Mall, Newcastle every Thursday Friday and Saturday.
This three day market is an exciting and eclectic mix of stallholders providing the complete shopping experience in the centre of Newcastle.
There are lots of great stalls with organic fruit and vegetables, bread, biscuits, famous Fayes Cakes, plus new seasons apples and nectaplums (cross between a nectarine and a plum) bacon and egg rolls for breakfast, fashion, plants at the cheapest prices - simply won’t be beaten on price!
Hunter Street Market, Newcastle
Every Thurs, Fri & Sat. www.organicfoodmarkets.com.au
The Olive Tree Artisans Market
Easter Market Sat 3rd April 9am-3pm. Sat October 3rd 9am- 3pm - Sat 7th November 9am - 3pm and Sat 12th December is a Christmas Twilight Market 3pm-8pm. at The Junction Public School Union St The Junction.
Morisset Mega Markets
Off the F3 Freeway, Morisset exit. Open Sat, Sun & Public Holiday Mondays.?8.30am to 4.30pm.
3 acres undercover - 100’s of market stalls. 50 mins north of Sydney. 40 mins south from Newcastle. www.megamarkets.com.au
Kurri Kurri Farmers Markets
Second Sat of the month: Bake it, grow it or sow it. Rotary Park, Kurri Kurri 8am-1pm. Ph: 4937 2640.
Maitland Fresh Food Markets
Every Thursday in the Maitland Heritage Mall from 9am until 3.30pm. Live entertainment.
Also visit and enjoy all of the local boutiques, local cafes and restaurants.
Maitland Fair Market
First Sunday of every month (except January): also third Sun in Oct, Nov & Dec. Maitland Showground, Blomfield St, Maitland, 8am - 2pm. Over 600 stalls. Now recognised as the largest and most successful regional Market in Australia. Ph: 02 4962 5522. Fax: 02 4962 5302.
www.maitlandmarkets.com.au
Wyee Community Markets
Second Sat of month, Wyee Hall Grounds, Cnr Wyee Rd & Hue Hue Rd. Stall Holders welcome.
Ph: Janet 4357 1426.
Farmers and Artisans Market
3rd Saturday of each month 10am-2pm at Linuwel School 133 Morpeth Rd East Maitland.
Locally produced organic food & wine, quality handcrafts, music and wholistic services.
Ph: Amelia 0413910155. Come rain, hail or shine... www.farmersandartisansmarkets.com.au
Redhead Markets
Second Saturday of the Month 7:30am – 1pm at Industrial Car park off Kalaroo Rd. Fresh fruit & Vege, homemade jams, wide variety of stalls. Stall holders welcome.
Contact 0410 400 717.
Wollombi Market
Wollombi will be having a market day on Monday 7th June - Queen’s Birthday weekend.
For more info please ring Wollombi fire brigade on 02 49983293, please leave a message.
Gresford Community Markets
Third Sunday of each month, new storeholders are always welcome.
Ph: 4938 9488.
Singleton Farmers Markets
Corner York & Bathurst Street, Singleton.
Buy direct from an abundance of quality NSW farmers and producers.
Ph: 4930 5159.
Thornton Markets
Start at 8 am, a huge variety of stalls including cakes, jams and honey, craft, woodwork, bric a brac, clothing, plants and plant supplies, trash n treasure, and a barbecue to whet anyone’s appetite! Markets are held in the Church grounds on the corner of Taylor Avenue and Government Road, Thornton, and to book a site, please ring Michelle on 49663335.
Newcastle Farmers Markets
August 2nd, 9th, 16th, 23rd & 30th. Newcastle Showground, (Griffiths Rd entry) 8am till 1pm.
Enquiries & bookings 4930 5156.
Third Saturday of the month
Abermain Girl Guide Markets, Centennial Park Bathurst St Abermain
Ph: Heather 4930 4625.
Fourth Saturday of the month
Swansea, Quinn Park next to pool. 7:30am - 12:30pm
Stallholders phone Val McCarter on 02 4972 1705.
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