Newcastle artist Ros Elkin has spent decades exploring creativity through ceramics, printmaking and painting, producing richly layered works inspired by nature, texture and the universe itself. Known for her atmospheric abstract paintings and wheel-thrown ceramics, Ros creates pieces that feel deeply connected to both the natural world and an inner sense of reflection. Her work often features flowing glazes, intricate surface detail and cosmic-inspired colour palettes that ev

There is something special about buying locally made products and in this article we meet the makers from the Hunter Valley and Mid North Coast NSW. Stay tuned for more artisans in future articles. Let's Meet the Makers Seaform Studio | Coastal Jewellery from the Mid Coast NSW Seaform Studio is a thoughtfully curated collection of handmade necklaces, earrings and bracelets inspired by the Mid Coast of NSW. Created by Samantha, the brand began as a simple beachcombing ritual w

Dungog is a NSW village in the Hunter Valley and is quickly becoming a popular place to visit especially for art lovers and mountain bike riders. Mountain bike riders visit in great numbers thanks to the Dungog Common; a piece of crown land on the outskirts of town. The Common is also popular with bushwalkers, so grab your hiking gear, hop in the car and head to Dungog NSW. Visit Ride Dungog for more information. For artisan lovers, the biennial Sculpture on the Farm attract

Sculpture on the Farm returns in 2021.

Planning a trip to the Mid North Coast and further from South? Then put Saddles Mount White on your stop off list. This stunning...

Nestled in the charming village of Allworth, NSW, The Farmer's Wife Distillery is a beacon for gin enthusiasts. This boutique distillery produces hand-crafted gins that celebrate the rich tradition of gin-making while infusing unique Australian botanicals. Their signature gin features native sage, myrtles, pepperberry, and the exquisite sugar bag honey, creating a complex yet smooth flavour profile. The Farmer's Wife is is a great place to stop off if visiting the Gloucester

Byron Be - Luxury Aromatherapy In the heart of New South Wales, nestled in the serene beauty of Byron Bay , lies a small business...

Great Lakes Food Trail Barrington Coast. Discover local artisan produce on this annual foodie tour.

For a beautiful hand-craft beer the Coastal Brewing Co Forster offers a range of quality beers.

The Nabiac Farmers Market is held on the last Saturday of each month between 8 am and 12 noon attracting locals and visitors from afar. The Market is held at Showground Lane, Nabiac. If it is fresh produce you want then mark the Nabiac Farmers Markets dates in your calendar because it doesn't get fresher than this. On offer is locally grown organic fruit and vegetables, free range eggs, delicious homemade cakes and bread, chocolates, gingerbread, olive products, honey, natura

The grapevines in winter About Jacaranda Estate Wingham For lovers of wine, a must visit is boutique winery Jacaranda Estate Wingham in the beautiful Manning Valley NSW. This delightful property was previously owned by Mark and Belinda Smith who both have considerable experience in gardening, viticulture and wine. Today, the new owners,Peter and Judy Fowler acquired the Vineyard a few years ago and have learned a great deal about viticulture during this time. During this time

Rex Winston Walford is an Aboriginal artist with an interesting story and the ability to create modern aboriginal artwork with a difference. Rex was born in 1968 and a descendent of of the Kamilaroi / Gumilaroi nation, although he grew up in Nyngan with his adoptive family, the Winstons. Rex was adopted by the Winstons because his young mother could not raise him herself at the time. However a reconnection occurred when Rex was 30 and he finally found his birth mother (that's