Australia’s sixth largest and second oldest city, Newcastle’s landscape is a diverse mix of heritage and new, natural and built environments. The city is set around a working harbour fringed by boardwalks, a cosmopolitan foreshore and grassy parklands, and surrounded by coast, wetlands and National Parks. Newcastle blends laid-back beach culture with a dynamic urban attitude, alive both day and night with events, entertainment, experiences, interesting characters and attractions. The city is two hours from Sydney by road (30 minutes by plane or seaplane) and less than an hour’s drive from the Hunter Valley wineries. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, food connoisseur, night owl, culture vulture, surf and sun worshiper, or a family unit, Newcastle is a great spot to be for a day trip, mini break or longer stay.
Quality NOAHS on the Beach - www.noahsonthebeach.com.au
Situated across from Newcastle Beach and amidst the Newcastle East heritage precinct, Noah’s offers guests the opportunity to wake up to vistas of the sun rising over the sea. The hotel is just a few minutes’ walk from popular attractions, Fort Scratchley and the Newcastle Ocean Baths, and a string of great waterfront cafes and bars.
Darby Street - www.darbystreet.com.au
Darby Street is home to cafes, award-winning restaurants, galleries and funky boutiques. Renowned for its relaxed, off-beat, cosmopolitan and bohemian atmosphere, locals and tourists alike visit Darby Street to experience its unique combination of global culture, decadent dining options and modern arts.
L!vesites - www.livesites.org.au
Newcastle L!vesites is a cultural event program taking place in public spaces throughout the city of Newcastle. Each year, L!vesites produces over 100 days of events including outdoor performances, installations, concerts, open air cinema and public dance classes with a vision to enliven the city making it a vibrant and exciting place.
Circus Avalon - With tricks and traps to tease and amaze, Circus Avalon bursts through as prominent festival favourites in the Newcastle region and beyond.
Dangerboy - Local cabaret/ circus act, Dangerboy will leave you cringing, gasping and screaming for more. With tricks ranging from gastronomy, nail bed performance, fire weaving and breathing, dancing over broken glass, Dangerboy draws inspiration from the late 1800’s bohemian circus sideshow.
Waratah Girls Choir - Formed in 1982, the Waratah Girls Choir has since cemented itself as one of the most renowned choral groups in Australia with a number of awards and recognition, including being the first Australian choir invited to perform in New York’s prestigious Carnegie Hall and representing Australia at Shanghai’s 2010 World Expo.
Nova Cruises - www.novacruises.com.au
Nova runs whale watching cruises that depart every weekend in peak whale watching season, from June to October. The cruise visits Stockton Beach, the Sygna Wreck, Nobbys Headland and a number of Newcastle Beaches and includes live commentary and whale fact sheets.
Silo Restaurant & Lounge- www.silolounge.com.au
Silo offers a premier venue for a relaxed al fresco dining experience combining the finest fresh Hunter produce and exotic flavours in tantalising combinations. With a comprehensive cocktail, beer and wine list, Silo is the place to begin your night.
Newcastle Ghost Tours- www.newcastleghosttours.com.au
Run by an eclectic group that consists of an esoteric teacher, local psychic and paranormal investigators, Newcastle Ghost Tours offers an experience that combines history and mystery to showcase some of Newcastle’s most unique locations.
Newcastle Sundance sunrise photography sessions - http://www.flickr.com/groups/1007367@N23/
