Newcastle Letters: Food, Disability, and Global Tensions
Newcastle Herald readers share views on local food security amid population growth, positive disability access experiences, and global political shifts under Trump. Read the community pulse.
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Newcastle's Epic School Holiday Guide: D&D to Model Boats
Discover Newcastle and Lake Macquarie's jam-packed school holiday program. From Dungeons & Dragons campaigns to the Model Newcastle Regatta, find fun for all ages. Plan your family adventure now!
Wollongong's HONK! Oz 2026 parade brings colour and sound
The HONK! Oz street music festival's Grand Street Parade filled Wollongong's Crown Street Mall with vibrant performances despite soaring temperatures. The 11th annual free festival celebrates community, music, and social justice.
Adelaide Festival Leaders Slam Writers' Week Decision
Eleven former Adelaide Festival leaders have penned a scathing letter over the board's decision to drop a Palestinian author from Writers' Week. Discover the fallout and who has pulled out.
Fringe World 2026: Must-See Shows in Perth
Your essential guide to the hottest acts at Fringe World Perth 2026. Discover award-winning circus, bold cabaret, and side-splitting comedy from January 21. Plan your festival adventure now!
US country artist Brea Burns tours Australia for first time
Arizona's 'desert honky-tonk princess' Brea Burns is touring Australia for the first time, bringing her unique sound and a cover of Olivia Newton-John's 'Physical'. Catch her at Full Throttle Ranch and Tamworth.
KitchenAid's Mighty Mini Chopper: $109 Deal on Amazon
Ditch the knife and tears. The KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Mini Food Chopper is a compact powerhouse for effortless cooking prep, now just $109 in a limited-time Amazon deal.
Cancer Risk Warning Over Common Food Preservatives
Australian food regulators urge manufacturers to stop using nitrites and nitrates unnecessarily due to a possible cancer link. Learn which foods are affected and how to reduce your risk.
Summernats 2026 Braddon Fringe Festival draws thousands
The Braddon Fringe Festival launched Summernats 2026 in sweltering 35-degree heat, drawing car enthusiasts and families to Lonsdale Street. Discover the event's evolution and local impact.
Dreamfields Festival Announces 2025 Return to Townsville
Dreamfields Festival is officially returning to Townsville in 2025 after a massive debut. Get ready for another epic weekend of music and camping in North Queensland!
Palestinian advocate cut from Adelaide Writers' Week 2026
The Adelaide Festival board has removed Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah from its 2026 Writers' Week lineup, citing cultural sensitivity. A major backer has withdrawn support. Read the full story.
Oliver's New Healthy Kids' Meal Hits Australia
Oliver's fast-food chain launches a nutritious 'Feel Good Meal' for kids, featuring baked & grilled options from $14.95. A fresh, healthy choice for Aussie families on the go.
Illawarra's 2025 Food Highlights: Pizza, Chicken & More
A delicious recap of the Illawarra's biggest food stories from 2025, featuring award-winning restaurants, iconic closures, and exciting new openings. Discover the region's culinary heartbeat.
Beyond the Valley Festival 2024 Details Announced
The Beyond the Valley music festival returns to Geelong for New Year's 2024-25. Get all the details on dates, location, and what to expect for the major summer event.
Tornado Hits Beyond the Valley Festival, Two Injured
A tornado ripped through the Beyond the Valley music festival in Lardner, causing chaos and injuring two. Read the full report on the severe weather event and emergency response.
New Food Warehouse Planned for Townsville's Kingsvale and Sunvale Sites
A major new Fresh and Save Food Warehouse is coming to Townsville, transforming two former industrial sites. The development promises jobs and cheaper groceries for locals. Read more about this exciting project.
Townsville Christmas food safety warning issued
Townsville Public Health Unit warns residents about dangerous bacteria in festive foods. Learn how to protect your family from Listeria and Salmonella this holiday season.
Food Reviewers' Favourite Canberra Dishes of 2025
Canberra Times food critics Chris Hansen, Jasper Lindell and Amy Martin share the dishes they can't forget from 2025, their favourite eateries, and hopes for 2026's dining scene.
Major Country Fest QLD relocates from Mackay to Townsville
Townsville secures the major Country Fest QLD music festival, set for July 2025. The move promises a significant tourism and economic injection for North Queensland. Discover the lineup and impact.
Cut Christmas Food Waste & Save Money: OzHarvest's Top Tips
OzHarvest chef reveals 5 simple tips to reduce festive food waste, saving households money and keeping edible food out of landfill. Learn how to transform leftovers and use ingredients fully.
Graveside Tales: Storyteller Revives West Wallsend Cemetery History
Professional storyteller Jo Henwood captivates audiences at West Wallsend Cemetery, unearthing 130 years of local history. Plus, a national treasure status for Newcastle's maritime collection.
Australians Don't Trust Food Health Star Ratings
Many Australians distrust the voluntary Health Star Rating on food packaging, as the government considers making it mandatory. Learn why the system is confusing shoppers.
Record 28 awards at 47th Newcastle CONDA ceremony
Newcastle's vibrant theatre community celebrated a record-breaking 47th CONDA Awards, with Opera Hunter's 'Sweeney Todd' and local talents taking top honours. Discover all the winners.
New Sunnyboy Park Kiosk to Open at Newcastle's Foreshore
Local favourites Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will open Sunnyboy Park at Foreshore Park in January, offering family-friendly food and coffee. The new kiosk and accessible amenities mark a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
Newcastle maritime collection faces storage crisis
Newcastle's nationally significant maritime heritage collection is homeless as its lease expires in March 2026. Councillors clash over accountability and solutions for the 8,500-item cache.
Familiar faces to run new Foreshore Park kiosk
Local operators Thomas and Nova Carias-Cox will launch Sunnyboys Park at Newcastle's Foreshore Park in late January, offering family-friendly fare. The opening marks a key milestone in the park's revitalisation.
TV Chef Simon Toohey's Geelong Food & Drink Guide
MasterChef's Simon Toohey reveals his favourite Geelong eateries for the festive season. Discover where to find the best food and drinks in town. Plan your summer feast now!
Christmas cheer for 240 at Newcastle's Soul Hub lunch
Over 240 vulnerable and homeless people in Newcastle enjoyed a festive Christmas lunch hosted by Soul Hub at NEX, supported by 60 volunteers and local partners. Read about the community spirit.
Newcastle's maritime collection homeless as lease ends
Newcastle's 8500-item maritime heritage collection is at risk with no storage solution secured just months before its council-funded lease expires in March 2026. Read the latest.
Hanoi Vegan Banh Mi Taste Test: Four Stalls Reviewed
A vegan traveller's search for the best plant-based banh mi in Hanoi, Vietnam. Discover four unique spots, from tourist hubs to hidden alley gems, with honest ratings and prices.
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