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Wollombi & Hunter Valley Blog

Nov222020
Bare Productions presents Bombshells at the Harp of Erin Theatre

Bare Productions presents Bombshells at the Harp of Erin Theatre

22 November 2020

“In a year that has found the art world struggling to survive during the COVID-19 pandemic, Wollombi-based theatre company Bare Productions will be very proud…

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Oct232020
No sculpture at Bondi? Manly, Wollombi and Mudgee offer a fix

No sculpture at Bondi? Wollombi offers a fix

23 October 2020

“At this time of any other year Sydney is getting ready for its regular fix of Sculpture by the Sea (SXS), one of the most…

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Oct182020
SCULPTURE FESTIVAL TAKES OVER WOLLOMBI VALLEY

Sculpture Festival takes over Wollombi

18 October 2020

“Some of the country’s most unique and daring creations have gone on show at the Wollombi Valley Sculpture Festival. For many of the exhibiting artists,…

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Sep282020
Wollombi Wild Ride 2020 a huge success

Wollombi Wild Ride 2020 a huge success

28 September 2020

“From “eventis horribillis” to huge success: that’s how Wollombi Wild Ride event director Paul Humphreys has described the rollercoaster that was this year’s event. On…

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Sep252020
The Bachelor Australia finale filmed in the Hunter Valley

The Bachelor Australia finale filmed in the Hunter Valley

25 September 2020

“Fans of The Bachelor Australia may have noticed some familiar sights in Thursday night’s season finale. The finale – in which Bachelor Locky Gilbert chose…

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Sep222020
Wollombi Wild Ride calls on local riders to fill the gaps

Wollombi Wild Ride calls on local riders to fill the gaps

22 September 2020

“After a three-week postponement and a few course and capacity changes, the 12th annual Wollombi Wild Ride will finally take place on Saturday, September 26.…

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Mar162020
Sculpture in the Vineyards Locals Prize winner, Amanda Lockton's 'Lost Language', installed in heart of Wollombi

SINV Locals Prize winner installed in heart of Wollombi

16 March 2020

“The 2019 Sculpture in the Vineyards acquisition prize winner has been installed in the heart of Wollombi. Lost Language, by Amanda Lockton, now takes pride…

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Mar22020
More than 200 people attend Laguna's Music 4 Mental Health concert

More than 200 people attend Laguna’s Music 4 Mental Health concert

2 March 2020

” A spectacular evening of music, comedy, local flair and fundraising ended with a standing ovation by more than 200 people at Laguna Village Hall…

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Jan302020
'Solitary' lyrebirds band together to save themselves in 'incredible' show of unity under bushfire threat

‘Solitary’ lyrebirds band together to save themselves

30 January 2020

“PJ Wallis, nervous and filled with adrenaline, was preparing to defend her friend’s home from a raging bushfire when she saw something remarkable. We were…

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Jan182020
Wollombi businesses out of the fires and moving back onto the tourist map

Wollombi businesses out of the fires and moving back onto the tourist map

18 January 2020

“When the fires advanced through the rugged landscape around Wollombi in December, residents feared their historic village would be devoured. It was only the weather…

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Jan32020
Wollombi volunteer firefighters battle for their historic village on multiple fronts

Wollombi volunteer firefighters battle for their historic village on multiple fronts

3 January 2020

“As they watched the pictures of towns on the New South Wales south coast and in Victoria being devastated by flames, members of the Wollombi…

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Dec312019
NYE Fireworks cancelled in Wollombi

NYE fireworks at Wollombi cancelled due to bushfire conditions

31 December 2019

“New Year’s Eve fireworks displays at Wollombi, Pokolbin and Lovedale have been cancelled due to the ongoing bushfire crisis. With a total fire ban in…

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Dec52019
Barker College for Indigenous primary school to students to open at Wollombi

Barker College for Indigenous primary school to students to open at Wollombi

5 December 2019

“A new school specifically for First Nations children will open at Wollombi next year. Barker College and Kiray Putjung Aboriginal Corporation have partnered to make…

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Nov12019
Sculpture in the Vineyards runs at various venues around Wollombi Valley

Sculpture in the Vineyards runs at various venues around Wollombi Valley

1 November 2019

“Works by some of Australia’s best sculptors are on exhibition around the Wollombi Valley until November 10 as part of the 17th annual Sculpture in…

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Sep232019
Author Gael Winnick to speak about book on the Church of St Michael

Author Gael Winnick to speak about book on the Church of St Michael

23 September 2019

“It has been flooded, rebuilt, rocked by an earthquake, closed, auctioned and even dynamited. Now the extraordinary story of The Church of St Michael the…

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Sep162019
Diana Baker and Sylvia Roberts present Our Journey Continues exhibition at the Old Fireshed Gallery, Wollombi

Diana Baker and Sylvia Roberts present Our Journey Continues exhibition

16 September 2019

“Works by Hunter artists Diana Baker and Sylvia Roberts are on exhibition at the The Old Fireshed Gallery, Wollombi until the end of the month.…

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Aug62019
The Church that would not Die, St Michael the Archangel, Wollombi

The Church that would not Die, St Michael the Archangel, Wollombi

6 August 2019

“Launched in Sydney last Tuesday and in Wollombi, NSW on Saturday, The Church that would not Die, St Michael the Archangel, Wollombi is a book…

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Jun32019
Karen Jones, Valley Artists, Wollombi

Wollombi’s Valley Artists will debut their first major production of 2019 this month

3 June 2019

“Wollombi’s not-for-profit theatre group Valley Artists will debut their first major production of 2019 this month. Playwright Alan Ayckbourn’s Woman in Mind – described as…

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May122019
Andy Abra, live music Hunter Valley, GNTP

Long-time country musician finds his voice

12 May 2019

“Wollombi-based singer songwriter Andy Abra has released his first album, Andy Abra and The Big River Band, after decades of playing and performing throughout the…

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May102019
Paddock Sessions defies genres

Paddock Sessions defies genres

10 May 2019

“Paddock Sessions 2019 is just three weeks away. Have you bought your ticket yet? It’s on Saturday, May 25, at Taer Angwidd Farm – on…

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Mar122019
Wollombi Music Festival organises Auslan interpreters

Wollombi Music Festival organises Auslan interpreters

12 March 2019

“To celebrate its 10th birthday, Wollombi Music Festival will have Auslan (Australian Sign Language) interpreters side of stage at this year’s festival from September 27-29.…

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Mar52019
Wollombi article written by BFWTA

Why Wollombi Valley and Broke Fordwich?

5 March 2019

“Why Wollombi Valley and Broke Fordwich? The Hunter Valley is the perfect place to re-visit – if you don’t like visiting the same place twice.…

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Mar22019
Tiny Houses, Laguna, Hunter Valley

In2TheWild – Tiny Houses

2 March 2019

“Tiny houses have become a social movement and a worldwide craze. In2TheWild allows anyone to experience the concept of a tiny house, where you can…

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Feb92019
Cycling Yengo National Park, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Laguna, NSW: Yengo Unchained

9 February 2019

“CYCLIST. Rugged, rocky and remote – that was the description given by NSW National Parks. What we found inside Yengo, though, was far beyond our…

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Dec182018
Redleaf, Hunter Valley Wedding venue, Wollombi

Inside a Sydney PR’s countryside wedding

18 December 2018

“Montarna McDonald, the founder of PR firm The Audience Agency, met lawyer Nick Pitt through mutual friends in 2013. After dating for four years, Nick…

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Nov42018
Little Valley Farm, Hunter Valley

Business in Profile – Little Valley Farm

4 November 2018

“Little Valley Farm is an alpaca breeding farm located at Laguna in the Wollombi valley. They specialise in breeding Huacaya alpaca’s in white and fawn…

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Oct302018
Sculpture in the Vineyards, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

The 16th annual Sculpture in the Vineyards will kick off in Wollombi this weekend

30 October 2018

“More than 40 sculptors will descend on Wollombi next month for the annual Sculpture in the Vineyards festival. The popular event, now in its 16th year…

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Oct72018
Wollombi Market Day, October 2018

Wollombi Market Day Wrap up

7 October 2018

Visit historic Wollombi on the holiday Monday of each long weekend (Easter, June and October) and on Australia Day for this great market of over…

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Sep12018
Valle Laguna, Wollombi Accommodation

Escape and Relax

1 September 2018

Any time of the year is the perfect time to hop on your bike and tour around Wollombi Valley, then relax in the architecturally designed,…

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Aug282018
Wollombi Wild Ride has become a family affair

Wollombi Wild Ride has become a family affair

28 August 2018

“The annual Wollombi Wild Ride is taking on a father’s day theme for a number of competitors with a number of father-son combinations participating together…

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Aug222018
Big win for Wollombi author Tea Cooper

Big win for Wollombi author Tea Cooper

22 August 2018

“Author Tea Cooper has two more reasons to smile after taking out two Romance Writers of New Zealand Koru awards earlier this month. The Wollombi-based…

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Aug202018
Gravel Grit Laguna, Bike race, Hunter Valley

Gravel Grit Returns

20 August 2018

“Gravel Grit has found a new home amidst the Hunter Region of New South Wales. Situated less than two hours from Sydney, an hour and…

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Aug72018
Wild Edge Retreat, Adults only getaway, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Where to go on holiday to avoid kids

7 August 2018

“Heading south, spectacular bush vistas are the theme of choice for both Kudos Villas in Hepburn Springs, Victoria, and Wild Edge Retreat in Wollombi, Hunter…

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Jun192018
Redleaf, Wollombi Wedding Venue winner at 2018 Brides Choice Awards

Wedding Venue Winner from Wollombi

19 June 2018

On Tuesday 10th April 2018 at the Novotel Newcastle Beach, ‘Redleaf’ was awarded ‘the #1 wedding venue in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley in the…

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May292018
Little Valley Farm, Laguna, Hunter Valley

Off the grid train in Laguna – one for the bucket list

29 May 2018

“We were looking for a unique experience in the bush not too far from Sydney and came across this Sydney train on Little Valley Farm…

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Apr262018
Sojourn to a Village and its Markets

Sojourn to a Village and its Markets

26 April 2018

“Historical Wollombi village is just under two hours drive from Sydney, or a little longer if you take the scenic route on Tourist Drive 33.…

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Apr102018
GNTP Autumn Menu, Wollomi, Hunter Valley

Autumn Menu April 2018

10 April 2018

Our new Autumn menu is here and she has been proving very popular with visitors and locals alike. Here at GNTP we do our best…

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Apr22018
Wollombi Paddock Sessions Festival

Wollombi’s Paddock Sessions festival

2 April 2018

“Multi-ARIA and Golden Guitar-winning artist Shane Nicholson will headline a bumper lineup for the 2018 edition of Wollombi’s Paddock Sessions festival. Now in its third year,…

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Mar152018
Award winning Hunter Valley Produce

Hunter Valley Produce wins Bronze medal

15 March 2018

“Cedar Creek business Hunter Valley Produce is celebrating after winning a bronze medal at the 2018 Australian Food Awards. The award are conducted by the Royal Agricultural…

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Mar42018
Under Milk Wood, Valley Artists Production, Wollombi

Under Milk Wood in Wollombi

4 March 2018

“Wollombi-based theatre company Valley Artists is staging Under Milk Wood at Laguna Hall for seven 8pm performances between March 30 and April 7. The production…

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Jan312018
Watermelons for sale, Moore Farm Fresh produce, Wollombi

Watermelons for sale

31 January 2018

“Melon mania has hit Newcastle in a fruitful bid to save food waste and get some tasty fruit into the bellies of locals. A sale of…

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Jan112018
Love Letters Theatre Production, Wollombi

Bare Productions presents ‘Love Letters’

11 January 2018

“A heart-warming romantic comedy is coming to two Hunter Valley venues, just in time for Valentine’s Day. Bare Productions will present AR Gurney’s Love Letters at Kevin Sobels…

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Jan12018
Same sex marriage, Hunter Valley wedding reception

Among first to tie the knot

1 January 2018

“As December loomed, Xavier Huitorel and Bastian Storch had “made peace” with the fact that same-sex marriage would not be legal in time for their…

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Nov132017
Rediscovering Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Rediscovering the history and flavour of Wollombi

13 November 2017

“I’ve lost count of the number of times I’ve visited the NSW Hunter Valley over the past 40 years or so. Perhaps 50, perhaps more.…

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Nov62017
Mulla Villa, Wollombi, Hunter Valley Barn Wedding

Mulla Villa’s Barn Wedding venue wins Brides Choice Award

6 November 2017

  The recent Brides Choice Awards were held at Pullman Magenta Shores Golf & Country Club on the Central Coast as part of the Australian…

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Oct242017
Sculpture in the Vineyards, Wollombi 2017

Wollombi’s Sculpture in the Vineyards 2017 opens

24 October 2017

“Wollombi’s annual celebration of art, wine and culture, Sculpture in the Vineyards opens this Saturday. Now in its 15th year, Sculpture in the Vineyards is one of Australia’s longest-running regional…

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Aug262017
Valle Laguna, Luxury Wollombi accommodation

Couple create dream home on Laguna property

26 August 2017

“For the past 10 years a couple from Sydney have been working tirelessly during many of their weekends to create their dream home and business…

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Jun92017
Wollombi Music Festival, Hunter Valley

Wollombi festival moves

9 June 2017

“THE Wollombi Music Festival will move to a slightly bigger venue “down near the millpond” this September to cater for the growing appeal of the…

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Jun72017
Crafty Wollombi ladies hold art exhibition

4 Directions plus one hold craft exhibition

7 June 2017

“The crafty collaboration known as 4 Directions have welcomed a fifth member for their next exhibition at Wollombi Cultural Centre’s Old Fireshed Gallery. This year’s…

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Jun12017
Wollombi music Festival lineup, Lime Cordiale, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Music Festival lineup announced

1 June 2017

“Five-piece outfit from Sydney’s Northern Beaches Lime Cordiale and soul/rhythm and blues songstress Caiti Baker will headline the Wollombi Music Festival later this year. Organisers announced…

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May312017
Where Pigs Fly farm sanctuary Expansion Project

Where Pigs Fly Expansion Project

31 May 2017

We have just launched a crowd-funding campaign on Chuffed to raise funds for our sanctuary expansion project, which will allow us to save more animals in…

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May312017
WOLLOMBI MUSIC FESTIVAL 2017, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Music Festival Lineup Announced

31 May 2017

Wollombi Music Festival  returns for its 8th year with a stellar lineup of Australian talent sure to further enhance its reputation as one of the…

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Apr262017
Stonehurst Wines Wollombi, Rock n Blues Revival, Hunter Valley

Rock on at Stonehurst Wines

26 April 2017

“Wine, a picnic and live music among the poplar groves. Sound tempting? Then bring your picnic blanket or chair to Stonehurst Wines, just outside Wollombi,…

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Mar272017
Wollombi Public School remains in community hands

Wollombi School Community Education Trust returns to former school site

27 March 2017

“Community programs including a mobile preschool will return to the former Wollombi Public School site after the Wollombi School Community Education Trust secured an ongoing short-term licence…

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Mar232017
Wollombi Carp Cleanout, Fishing Competition, Hunter Valley

Anglers come from far and wide for Wollombi Carp Fishing Competition

23 March 2017

“Occasional showers were not enough to keep anglers from far and wide away from the third annual Wollombi Tavern Carp Fishing Competition. A total of…

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Mar192017
Valley Artists presents The Business, live theatre production, Hunter Valley

Valley Artists present Jonathan Gavin’s ‘The Business’ at Laguna Hall

19 March 2017

“Wollombi-based not-for-profit theatre company Valley Artists next production, The Business, opens at Laguna Hall this Friday night. The Business is a family drama and black comedy by…

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Feb212017
Wollombi author, Tea Cooper, romance writer

Tea Cooper launches new novel The Currency Lass at Cessnock Library

21 February 2017

“If Australia’s convict-built roads and sandstone cottages could talk, one could only imagine what they would say. Romance writer Tea Cooper has spent countless hours in museums…

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Feb202017
Wollombi Classic Film Festival, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Classic Film Festival runs from February 24 to 26

20 February 2017

“Wollombi will roll out the red carpet this week for three days of classic cinema. After a fantastic inaugural year in 2016, the Wollombi Classic Film Festival…

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Jan142017
Phillip Noyce, Wollombi Film Festival

Noyce ideas in Wollombi

14 January 2017

“When Phillip Noyce first drove into the Wollombi Valley almost half a century ago, he recalled how he clattered over colonial history. “Parts of the…

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Jan142017
Wollombi, new colours in an old village

New colours in old village

14 January 2017

“IF you could somehow drain the colour from what you are looking at as you stand in Wollombi’s main street, you would create a picture of…

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Nov132016
Valleyfield Escape, Wollombi Accommodation, Buon Ricardo

Feast for the senses

13 November 2016

“Chefs can be artists beyond the kitchen. Armando Percuoco, owner of Sydney dining institution Buon Ricordo, has a keen appreciation of sculpture and gardens –…

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Oct252016
Wollombi Sculpture in the Vineyards, Hunter Valley

Wollombi’s Sculpture in the Vineyards in its 14th year

25 October 2016

“Australia’s longest-running regional sculpture exhibition returns to Wollombi this weekend. Now in its 14th year, Sculpture in the Vineyards celebrates the essence of the Hunter Valley’s…

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Sep272016
Wollombi Music Festival 2016

Wollombi Festival 2016

27 September 2016

“Well what an amazing Wollombi Festival for 2016! The smiles on the faces leaving the festival are a credit to the promoters, all the acts…

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Aug312016
Weekend in Wollombi, Hunter Valley Wine Country

A Weekend in Wollombi

31 August 2016

“Escaping the drudgery of the daily grind is always front of mind for me. I excel at, and thrive on, planning holidays, getaways, escapes, trips…

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Aug312016
Wollombi Wild Ride, Hunter Valley

Disabled athletes among big field for Wollombi Wild Ride mountain bike event

31 August 2016

“Vision-impaired rider John Dormandi and amputee athlete Scott Edgar are part of a big field in the annual Wollombi Wild Ride mountain bike event on…

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Aug262016
Wollombi Wild Ride, Hunter Valley Sports Event

Head off-road for Wollombi adventure

26 August 2016

“Things are about to get wild in Wollombi as hundreds of mountain bike enthusiasts go off-road for a race full of thrills – but hopefully…

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Mar312016
Wollombi Music Festival 2016, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Music Festival Releases 2016 Line-Up

31 March 2016

“The Hunter Valley’s Wollombi Music Festival has announced its 2016 line-up  including Australian artists Hot Potato Band, Lachy Doley Group and Kallidad. The family-friendly festival will…

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Feb112016
Village life in modern times, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Village life in modern times

11 February 2016

“Beset by an ever-quickening pace of life, city-dwellers sometimes lament the loss of simpler times and contact. They needn’t, writes village-dweller Marguerite Winter. A short-break…

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Dec32015
Wollombi Hunter Valley Romantic Accommodation

A romantic escape in the Hunter Valley

3 December 2015

“At Wild Edge Retreat, it seems, you propose. The engagement you celebrate together at Somewhere Unique and some time later you join immediate family at…

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Oct112015
Wollombi Ghost Tours, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Ghost Tour

11 October 2015

“Love it when things go bump in the night? Then get your heart pumping and pulse racing with a ghost tour in historic Wollombi. Start…

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Oct82015
Win a Wollombe Weekend Competition

Win a Wollombi Weekend

8 October 2015

Blair Athol Estate Wollombi in partnership with Wollombi Valley Tourism are giving you the chance to win an exclusive luxury 3 night stay indulgence package…

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Sep112015
Wollombi Tavern Shandy

The Wollombi Shandy

11 September 2015

“Your correspondent has never been, is not and never will be a MAMIL. I did however participate in a mountain bike race on the weekend.…

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Aug262015
Wollombi Lantern Parade, Hunter Valley

Lantern parade a highlight of Wollombi Country Fair

26 August 2015

“The spirit of community will light up Wollombi during the town’s annual country fair this weekend. Second only to New Year’s Eve, the fair draws…

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May212015
Lemming Corner Upgrades, Hunter Valley

$1.07 million in Black Spot funding for local roads

21 May 2015

Two projects worth $1.07 million have been approved for construction by Cessnock City Council un- der the 2015-16 Australian Government Black Spot Programme. $460,000 has…

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May182015
Settlers Kitchen at Mulla Villa, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Settlers Kitchen @ Mulla Villa Opens its Doors

18 May 2015

Settlers Kitchen at Mulla Villa (c 1840) is a new dining experience in Wollombi – the restaurant is in the old house that was built…

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Apr292015
Blair Athol Estate, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley’s Route 33, the back way

29 April 2015

100 AMAZING PLACES YOU HAVEN’T BEEN TO YET – #7-10 “Route 33 is ‘the back way’ to the Hunter Valley, and it’s a place of…

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Apr292015
Laguna, back road to Hunter Valley Wine Country

Laguna, back road of the Hunter

29 April 2015

100 AMAZING PLACES YOU HAVEN’T BEEN TO YET – #6 “The sleepy Hunter Valley town of Laguna may look small but it’s hiding some seriously…

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Mar292015
Sydney Weekender Visits Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Meet the Farmer – Sydney Weekender

29 March 2015

For a paddock to plate experience right in the Hunter’s gateway, join the guys at My Father’s Table. In their cooking class you’ll learn to…

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Mar282015
Stonehurst Wines Wollombi

Mixed Blessings

28 March 2015

“From building boutique lodging to growing grapes and farming deer and cattle, this local is proving variety is the spice of life. Inheriting a property…

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Mar262015
Folk in Broke, Hunter Valley music festival

Folk in Broke festival relaunch bolsters independent music events

26 March 2015

“THE Hunter is known for attracting big rock acts in the vineyards, such as the Rolling Stones, the Eagles and Bruce Springsteen. Adrian Buckley wants…

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Mar82015
Hunter Valley Tree Change

Conditions ripe to snap up a vineyard as feeling of optimism returns

8 March 2015

“IT’S a dream thrashed out over many a glass of fine chardonnay or shiraz — to sell the city house and buy a vineyard in…

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Feb232015
Newcastle Tomato Festival

Newcastle Tomato Festival

23 February 2015

“IT’S not quite La Tomatina, but Newcastle will host its own tomato festival in Honeysuckle this month. A whopping 700kilograms of the rich red fruit…

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Jan212015
Places to go around Wollombi

Places to go: Wollombi

21 January 2015

“TAKE a wander about 30 kilometres south-west of Cessnock and what will you find? Picturesque Wollombi, rich in Australian history, both indigenous and colonial. The…

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Jan192015
TripAdvisor's Best of 2014 names Cessnock among Australia's top destinations

TripAdvisor’s Best of 2014 names Cessnock among Australia’s top destinations

19 January 2015

“CESSNOCK has earned sixth position in a list of Australia’s best travel destinations of 2014. Compiled from travellers’ ratings and reviews, the TripAdvisor list puts…

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Nov52014
Picking a good drop, Noyce Brothers Wines, Wollombi

Wahroonga wine expert Michael Noyce offers advice on picking a good drop

5 November 2014

“Michael Noyce knows a thing or two about wine. The Wahroonga vineyard owner runs Noyce Brothers Wine in Wollombi with brothers Peter and Phillip, who…

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Nov12014
Wollombi public toilets at Slacks Park

‘Spending a penny’ at Wollombi will soon be more appealing

1 November 2014

“Construction of a new and improved toilet block and picnic shelter at Wollombi is well underway to increase convenience for locals and tourists alike. Cessnock…

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Oct312014
Wollombi Small Farms Fair, scarecrow competiton, hunter valley

Scarecrows take over Wollombi Small Farms Fair 2014

31 October 2014

“SCARECROWS dressed as characters such as Darth Vader and  Dr Who’s Tardis will welcome visitors to Wollombi this weekend. The Small Farms Fair started life…

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Oct292014
Sculpture in the Vineyards opening, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Big weekend at Wollombi

29 October 2014

“The heat and the afternoon storm that hit the Hunter on Saturday did not deter the Wollombi community from turning out to the official opening…

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Oct252014
Wollombi Country Fair

All Systems Mow

25 October 2014

“Quirky farm vehicles lead the fun as a Hunter town celebrates. The Blue Mountains celebrates its assets with garden festivals, Young has its cherry festival,…

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Oct222014
Scuplture in the Vineyards, Wollombi valley

Spectacular Wollombi sculpture festival starts Saturday

22 October 2014

“Wollombi Valley’s spectacular Sculpture in the Vineyards is back again for 2014, launching this Saturday. The Hunter Valley’s largest sculpture festival, this year’s edition is…

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Oct212014
My Father's Table, Paddock to plate cooking classes, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

My Father’s Table Middle Eastern Extravaganza

21 October 2014

“At last weekend’s Middle Eastern Extravaganza, we were joined by a film crew who, along with eating some yummy food, were busy capturing us having a…

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Oct82014
John Farnham and Olivia Newton John announce tour in Hunter Valley

John Farnham, Olivia Newton-John announce joint national tour

8 October 2014

“If too much classic (and cheesy) Australian pop is barely enough, prepare for double helpings as ageless icons John Farnham and Olivia Newton-John go on …

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Sep302014
SMH - We'll drink to the 2014 vintage

We’ll drink to the 2014 vintage

30 September 2014

“Thanks to perfect ripening conditions in the Hunter Valley, winemakers are declaring this a year to remember. The 2014 Hunter Valley vintage is being hailed…

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Sep292014
My Father's Table, Hunter Valley Cooking Classes

My Father’s Table – Hunter Valley Cooking Classes

29 September 2014

“My Father’s Table “Middle Eastern Extravaganza” workshop is held in Laguna Valley local resident Rita Dixon’s gorgeous home. Located just 4km’s south of the Hunter…

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Aug232014
Blair Athol Estate Wollombi, Luxury Hunter Valley accommodation

Hidden gem opens its doors

23 August 2014

“Wollombi has much to offer those seeking a memorable and unique weekend escape, writes LISA ROCKMAN. On a cliff-top plateau overlooking the valley are lounge…

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Aug212014
Symposium at Old Fireshed Gallery, Wollombi Cultural Centre, Hunter Valley

Valley New Art Group’s ‘Symposium’ at Wollombi gallery

21 August 2014

“Cutting-edge works by the Valley New Art Group are on display at Wollombi Cultural Centre’s Old Fire Shed Gallery until August 31. ‘Symposium’ – an…

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Aug132014
Somewhere Unique, Luxury romantic couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley operators dominate tourism excellence awards

13 August 2014

“Hunter Valley operators have once again succeeded at the Hunter Central Coast Awards for Excellence in Tourism, held at Wests New Lambton last Wednesday. Wollombi…

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Aug122014
Hunter Valley Wineries must see says Lonely Planet

Hunter wineries in Lonely Planet’s top 20 Aussie east coast list

12 August 2014

“HUNTER Valley wineries have been named among the top 20 must-see destinations on the Australian east coast by travel content provider Lonely Planet. Just three…

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Jul102014
A Day on the Green - Jimmy Barnes at Bimbadgen

Hunter gigs for Barnes anniversary

10 July 2014

“LEGENDARY rocker Jimmy Barnes has announced he’ll come back to the Hunter for the second time this year as part of a concert series to…

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Jun302014
Sting and Paul Simon at Hope Estate, Hunter Valley

Sting, Paul Simon heading for the Hunter

30 June 2014

“MUSIC legends Sting and Paul Simon will perform together in the Hunter Valley in February. The duo bring their acclaimed On Stage Together tour to…

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Jun152014
Fruit stalls along Tourist Drive 33

Less is more: Stalls a sweet deal

15 June 2014

“FARMER’S gate roadside stalls are my favourite place to shop. Buying direct from the farmer is a great way to source local seasonal food. The…

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May292014
Somewhere Unique - Romantic Hunter Valley Accommodation - celebrates World Environment Day with donation to Greenfleet

A Unique way to celebrate World Environment Day

29 May 2014

An eco-certified accommodation business located in historic Wollombi in the NSW Hunter Valley is doing their bit for the environment on World Environment Day, announced…

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May282014
Hunter Valley Food and Wine Month

Hunter Valley Wine and Food Month in June

28 May 2014

“Amateur cooks, serious foodies, wine lovers and lifestyle enthusiasts are gearing up for the year’s ultimate celebration of flavour, the famous Hunter Valley Wine and…

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May262014
Somewhere Unique - Romantic Couples Accommodation - Wollombi, Hunter Valley - Wins TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

Somewhere Unique earns 2014 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

26 May 2014

Somewhere Unique, a couples-only accommodation property in the NSW Hunter Valley, announced today that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award for 2014.…

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May222014
The Eadgles Tour Hunter Valley, Hope Estate, March 2015

Eagles to swoop on the Hunter next year

22 May 2014

“The Eagles are heading back to Australia and New Zealand for a tour. The seven-date Australian leg of the History of the Eagles tour will…

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May212014
Meet the Makers, Broke Fordwich Wine & Food Festival, Hunter Valley

Get up close and personal with Hunter Valley’s culinary heroes

21 May 2014

“Have you ever wondered about the talented and crafty hands that created your favourite bottle of Shiraz? Wonder no more. June 14th will see the…

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May152014
Roxette to tour Hunter Valley in February 2015

Roxette to tour Australia in February

15 May 2014

“Legendary Swedish rockers Roxette will return to Australia next year for eight dates. The duo of Per Gessle and Marie Fredriksson will play arena shows…

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May12014
Ngurra Bu Aboriginal Cultural Camp, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Be immersed in Aboriginal Culture

1 May 2014

Join us on a 2 or 3 day camp at some of our culturally significant sites. Our camps are ideal for people looking to develop…

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Apr292014
Educating Rita, Wollombi Valley Artists, Hunter Valley

Theatre Preview: Educating Rita

29 April 2014

“STAND-UP funny man Alan Glover is engaged in a very different sort of comedy in Willy Russell’s play Educating Rita, which is being staged by…

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Apr292014
Wollombi Music Festival, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Music Festival line-up announced

29 April 2014

“Returning Saturday the 27th of September is the 5th (Day/Night) Wollombi Music Festival. The festival is fast becoming one of the most loved small festivals…

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Apr152014
Rolling Stones visit Hunter Valley

Rolling Stones announce extra Australian tour dates

15 April 2014

“The Rolling Stones will play two additional shows, one in Perth and one in the Hunter Valley, when the rescheduled 14 On Fire tour arrives…

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Apr112014
Huner Valley Best Wine Region

Hunter named Australia’s best food and wine region

11 April 2014

“THE Hunter has been named Australia’s best food and wine region in the latest instalment of the Gold List Awards, a nationwide survey conducted by…

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Mar262014
Convict Trail Map Lanch in Wollombi, Hunter Valley

New tourist map highlights Wollombi attractions

26 March 2014

“A new map of the Great North Road was officially launched at the Wollombi Museum. Designed to encourage more people to visit the 240-kilometre stretch…

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Mar242014
Wollombi Tavern, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Tavern now offering Dinner 7 nights a week

24 March 2014

Wollombi Tavern now has evening meals available 7 days a week! As well as our Friday and Saturday night menu, from Sunday through to Thursday,…

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Mar132014
Hunters Best Vintage

Hunter winemakers gush over corker vintage

13 March 2014

“THE Hunter Valley has the wine industry abuzz with calls that this year’s crop is producing the “best vintage of the century”. Heavy rains in…

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Feb72014
Broke Fordwich, Hunter Valley

Broke-Fordwich: the Hunter Valley’s best kept secret

7 February 2014

“Animals have a nice life in the Broke Fordwich wine region, a subregion of the lower Hunter Valley in NSW that has been planted with…

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Feb42014
Noyve Brothers Wines, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

2014 Noyce Brothers Wine Vintage

4 February 2014

It’s vintage time, a bit early but good. Here is the Noyce Brothers Wine Homestead Verdelho being picked with the historic and restored James Milson…

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Feb22014
Living Green in the Wollombi valley

Living Green: Simply hard work

2 February 2014

“I THINK it was my regular visits to my grandparents’ farm at Wollombi when I was a child that got me interested in food, farming…

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Jan252014
St Johns historic church, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Funding for our historic church

25 January 2014

Wollombi village proper has a range of buildings which make up a heritage precinct. In our beautiful green valley, it is this core – amongst…

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Jan212014
Yengo National Park, Wollombi

Mount Yengo, Uluru of the East, protection bid

21 January 2014

“THEY call it the “Uluru of the east” – a sacred Aboriginal place within a world heritage area in the Hunter. Mount Yengo is a…

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Dec242013
Mystwood Retreats, Wollombi, Hunter Valley, photo by Sonny Vandevelde

Sonny Vandevelde visits Mystwood

24 December 2013

Fashion Photographer Sonny Vandevelde visits Mystwood Retreats in Wollombi … “Camera in hand I venture around and enjoy the things I see” … “we check…

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Dec182013
Convict Trail, Great North Road, Hunter Valley

Did your family build the Great North Road?

18 December 2013

“HAVE you ever driven down an old country road only to wonder how it was built back in the day? Let’s set the scene. It’s…

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Nov212013
John Farnham to play Hunter Valley

Farnham and Richie: Together at Tempus Two

21 November 2013

“Fans are going to be Dancing on the Ceiling when John Farnham teams up with Lionel Richie for a show in the Hunter this March.…

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Nov202013
Sustainable tourism Hunter Valley - Ngurra Bu Aboriginal cultural tours

A hunt for sustainable tourism in NSW

20 November 2013

“Sydney-sider, I adore skirmishes around our beautiful countryside in NSW. I marvel at the fact that I can be in the bush within an hour…

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Nov182013
Jimmy Barnes to play Hunter Valley

Jimmy Barnes Day on the Green Sold Out

18 November 2013

“A Day On the Green’s annual classic Aussie rock show has once again proved popular with all 8,000 tickets sold out on the first day.…

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Nov62013
Wollombi Small Farms Fair, Hunter Valley

Ready, set, mow

6 November 2013

“The inaugural Mower Mardi Gras proved a major highlight of the Wollombi Small Farms Fair held over the weekend. On Sunday dozens of creative entries…

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Oct302013
Wollombi Small Farms Fair, Hunter Valley

A Big Weekend in Wollombi

30 October 2013

“Organisers are expecting this year’s Wollombi Small Farms Fair to be the biggest one yet. Everything that is great about Wollombi and its surrounds will…

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Oct212013
Dolly Parton to play Hunter Valley

Dolly Parton plays Hunter vineyards

21 October 2013

“LARGER than life singer, songwriter, musician, actress and philanthropist Dolly Parton will bring her world tour to Hope Estate in February. The Tennessee-born singer was…

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Sep272013
Wollombi Map, Hunter Valley

New Wollombi Map now available

27 September 2013

A great new Wollombi Map and Business Directory is now available. Plan your trip to Wollombi and find out where everything is around the Valley.…

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Sep262013
Hunters and Collectors to play Hunter Valley

Hunters & Collectors touring for the first time since 1998

26 September 2013

“The beloved Aussie post-punk rock icons will play 10 winery gigs around the country in 2014 – scenes a world away from the grotty pubs…

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Sep172013
TimeTravellers Motorcycle Tours, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Timetravellers offer Concert Weekend Special

17 September 2013

For guests of accommodation in the Wollombi valley area, Timetravellers always provides free hire of helmet, jacket, boots & gloves for Half Day and One…

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Sep162013
Bruce Springsteen to play Hope Estate

Bruce Springsteen announces more shows

16 September 2013

“BRUCE Springsteen has added another three shows to his one-off tour of Australia in 2014 to satisfy demand as scalper tickets flood resale sites. While…

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Sep92013
Alicia Keys to play Hunter Valley

Alicia Keys at Hope Estate

9 September 2013

“GRAMMY award winning singer songwriter Alicia Keys will perform at Hope Estate in December. Keys will be joined by John Legend on the final leg…

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Aug212013
Somewhere Unique, award winning luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Locals shine at Hunter and Central Coast tourism awards

21 August 2013

“Local operators shone brightly at the 2013 Hunter and Central Coast Tourism Awards last Wednesday. Gold award winners included Esca Bimbadgen (tourism restaurants and catering),…

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Aug172013
Somewhere Unique, award winning luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Hall of Fame for Unique Hunter Valley Experience

17 August 2013

Somewhere Unique was the GOLD WINNER of the ‘Unique Accommodation’ category at the 2013 Hunter & Central Coast Tourism Awards, and was entered into the…

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Aug152013
Bruce Springsteen, Hope Estate, Hunter Valley

Springsteen heads for Hunter

15 August 2013

“ONLY months after playing a string of sell-out shows across Australia, The Boss is returning and this time he’s coming to the Hunter Valley. The…

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Aug62013
Emerging Artists Awards, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Emerging Artists Awards – Entries now open!

6 August 2013

Wollombi Valley Arts Council (WVAC) invites entries from all emerging artists of any age in any medium! The WVAC is a non-profit volunteer community group…

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Jul302013
Leonard Cohen, Hunter Valley 2013

Leonard Cohen to play A Day on the Green

30 July 2013

“SONGWRITING legend Leonard Cohen is set to return to the Hunter Valley in November for an encore performance at outdoor concert series A Day On…

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Bohemia’s Name My Frog Competition

22 July 2013

“I would like to introduce you to one of Bohemia’s permanent residents. This Very Loud Frog lives in the water tank and is rarely sighted,…

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Jul182013
Hunter & Central Coast Tourism Awards

Tourism Award Finalists in Wollombi

18 July 2013

Two Wollombi businesses have just been announced as Finalists at the 2013 Hunter & Central Coast Tourism Awards – “Somewhere Unique” is a Finalist in the…

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Jul172013
Ngurra Bu Aboriginal Cultural Tours, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Back to the Root of Hunter Valley

17 July 2013

Billy Law (MasterChef contestant 2011) enjoys a day out with Ngurra Bu Aboriginal Cultural Tours … “The Ngurra Bu cultural tour is definitely one of…

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Jul22013
Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Day Trip to Wollombi – The quintessential Hunter Valley

2 July 2013

“If you imagine the Hunter Valley to be a big circle, then Wollombi is down the bottom on the left. Depending on how you arrive…

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Jul12013
Wild Edge Retreat, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Wild Edge Retreat receives “TripAdvisor 2013 Excellence Award”

1 July 2013

‘We’re delighted to have received this award and thank you to our valued guests who have submitted such great reviews’. Winners of the Certificate of…

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Jul12013
Cycle Torque Competition, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Cycle Torque Competition

1 July 2013

Cycle Torque Magazine is teaming up with the businesses of the idyllic Hunter region of Wollombi Valley to offer readers the chance to win a…

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Jun302013
Somewhere Unique, Luxury romantic couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Somewhere Unique earns 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

30 June 2013

Somewhere Unique, a couples-only accommodation property in the NSW Hunter Valley, announced today that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award for 2013.…

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Jun262013
Bernand Fanning to play Hunter Valley

Bernard Fanning to play wineries

26 June 2013

“THE voice of Powderfinger, Bernard Fanning, will kick off A Day on the Green’s next series of outdoor concert events. Fanning will headline the event…

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Jun52013
Bob Corbett Lucky Country Hall Tour hits Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Wollombi announced as part of the Lucky Country Hall Tour!

5 June 2013

Folk and country ensemble Bob Corbett & the Roo Grass Band will be making their way to Wollombi during their national Lucky Country Hall Tour…

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May152013
Mulla Villa Open Day, Wollombi

Mulla Villa opens its doors

15 May 2013

“Iconic 1840 convict-built Guesthouse Mulla Villa will open its doors to the public this Sunday afternoon. Don’t miss out as this historic monument is now…

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Mar132013
Wedding, Wollombi Barnstay, Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley, NSW Wedding from The Robertsons

13 March 2013

“I have to say, I am a bit at a loss for words. Which, as you can imagine, doesn’t happen often. Because this wedding is…

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Mar62013
Wollombi Wedding, Hunter Valley

Niamh + Gary in Wollombi

6 March 2013

“It was out under a string of lights and the stars at Wollombi in the Hunter Valley that we heard some of the best wedding…

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Feb272013
Wollombi Floods February 2013, Hunter Valley

Wollombi cut off in weekend deluge

27 February 2013

“Torrential rain hit Cessnock City on Saturday, resulting in flash flooding and a number of road closures. Wollombi was one of the worst affected areas,…

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Feb252013
Postcards from Wollombi

Postcards from Wollombi, NSW, Australia

25 February 2013

“Whilst I was back in Australia I had a lovely day out with my mum for her birthday which involved a drive to Wollombi on…

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Feb92013
Somewhere Unique, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

‘Sydney Weekender’ visits Wollombi

9 February 2013

Karen Ledbury from Sydney Weekender visits Somewhere Unique in Wollombi, and also enjoys a tour with TimeTravellers Motorcycle Tours. Imagine somewhere so unique it takes…

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Legendary music for Easter

18 January 2013

“MUSIC legends Paul Simon and Robert Plant will perform at Hope Estate over the Easter weekend.  Paul Simon will play on Easter Saturday, March 30,…

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Jan162013
Flick on the Green, Wollombi

Internationally Renowned Director Phillip Noyce

16 January 2013

“Distinguished Australian film director Phillip Noyce is set to attend a special outdoor screening of his critically acclaimed 1978 film “Newsfront” on Saturday, January 19,…

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Jan82013
10 Best Wine Travel Destinations, Hunter Valley

10 Best Wine Travel Destinations

8 January 2013

The Hunter Valley has been named as one of the 10 Best Wine Destinations for 2013 by Wine Enthusiast Magazine!! “Each year, our editors travel…

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Dec192012
Wollombi Rural Bushfire Brigade

Raising awareness of bushfire safety

19 December 2012

“The combined efforts of four local volunteer bushfire brigades to protect and educate residents have been recognised at the Resilient Australia Awards. The Wollombi Valley…

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Dec172012
TimeTravellers Motorcycle Tours, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Forward in time

17 December 2012

“THERE is much excitement in the historic, and renowned motorcycling destination of Wollombi, as Timetravellers has finally won its two year wrangle with Cessnock City…

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Dec52012
Somewhere Unique, Luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Hunter Valley celebrates an award-winning year

5 December 2012

“The Hunter Valley is celebrating being recognised as a world-class wine and tourism destination in a bumper year of accolades. The region scooped up several…

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Nov242012
Tripadvisor recognises Hunter Valley

Best Wine Destinations 2012

24 November 2012

The Hunter Valley was recently voted one of the 5 best Wine Destinations in the world by the popular Traveller’s Choice Awards on TripAdvisor. Find…

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Nov232012
Somewhere Unique, Luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Another win for Unique Accommodation in Wollombi

23 November 2012

Somewhere Unique was announced as the GOLD WINNER in the ‘Unique Accommodation’ category at last night’s 2012 New South Wales Tourism Awards. “We are very…

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Nov42012
TQUAL Australian Tourism Quality Assured

Star Performers

4 November 2012

“With the reassuring combination of the new T-QUAL Tick and the recently-updated STAR Rating Scheme, you can relax in the knowledge that an establishment delivers…

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Nov32012
Grays Inn Wollombi, Historic Hunter Valley Accommodation

Win a Weekend for Two in Wollombi!

3 November 2012

Noyce Brothers Wines are giving away a Weekend for Two in Wollombi – simply visit their Facebook page, Like them and Enter to Win! The…

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Nov32012
Mulla Villa Dinner, Wollombi

Enjoy dinner at Guesthouse Mulla Villa

3 November 2012

Guesthouse Mulla Villa will be opening for dinner some nights over the next couple of months. The menu is only $45 per person for a…

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Nov22012
Sculpture in the Vineyards, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Sculptures on Show

2 November 2012

“ONE hundred outdoor sculptures will be a feature of the Wollombi Valley Country Fair this weekend. While the fair is only a two-day event, the…

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Oct312012
Historic Wollombi village, Hunter Valley

Village boasts notable past

31 October 2012

“FOR a small village, Wollombi has a rather large reputation as a must-see destination for visitors to the Hunter Region. To the west is the…

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Oct312012
Wollombi Country Fair, every November in the Hunter Valley

A fair bet for retail relaxation

31 October 2012

“THE streets of Wollombi are set to ripple with activity this weekend, November 3 and 4, during the Wollombi Valley Country Fair. Negro Street will…

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Oct242012
Sculpture in the VIneyards, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Sculpture lines Wollombi wine trail

24 October 2012

“Sculpture in the Vineyards 2012, an exhibition of large scale out-door sculptures along the Wollombi Valley Wine Trail, opens on November 3 and will run…

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Oct122012
Historic Wollombi village, Hunter Valley

Twilight Trading in Wollombi

12 October 2012

Have you seen all the new shops in Wollombi? Here’s your chance. The retailers of our fair hamlet introduce Twilight Trading. On Friday 26th October,…

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Oct102012
Somewhere Unique, Luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

‘Somewhere Unique’ a NSW Tourism Awards Finalist

10 October 2012

Somewhere Unique was announced as a Finalist in the ‘Unique Accommodation’ category at the 2012 New South Wales Tourism Awards. The winners will be announced…

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Sep92012
Wollombi Wild Ride, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Wild Ride

9 September 2012

The Wollombi Wild Ride has had another successful year! A great day was had by all, and the village was a busy little place on…

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Aug312012
Hunter & Central Coast Tourism Awards

Looking for ‘Unique Accommodation’ in Wollombi?

31 August 2012

Somewhere Unique was announced as the GOLD WINNER in the ‘Unique Accommodation’ category at the recent 2012 Hunter & Central Coast Tourism Awards. The Awards are held annually to celebrate…

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Millbrook Estate Winery saves power

27 August 2012

Millbrook Estate Winery has just been successful in winning the “Business Energy Saving Tips” competition from TRUenergy for the month of March. The competition was…

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Aug92012
Hoodoo Gurus to play Hunter Valley

A Day on the Green with classic Oz rock

9 August 2012

“Classic Australian rock returns to Bimbadgen Winery in November, led by the Hoodoo Gurus. Day on the Green has announced that its first concert for the…

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Jul82012
Wollombi Wedding, Hunter Valley

Lulu and Rory’s Fun Vintage Wollombi Wedding

8 July 2012

“An awesome country farm in Wollombi, Hunter Valley. Vintage suits, braces, lace and lavender. 1950’s furniture scattered under a brilliant white marquee. Endless beautiful details and thoughtful touches. Most…

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Jun272012
Mulla Villa Open Day, Wollombi

Win a Wollombi Experience for 2!

27 June 2012

Today we launch our Win a Wollombi Experience for 2 valued at over $900! Thanks to all the local businesses taking part including the fantastic…

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Jun212012
Devo to play Hunter Valley

Devo and Simple Minds headed to Hunter

21 June 2012

“Simple Minds and Devo will headline the first A Day On The Green show at Bimbadgen Estate this summer. The line-up has a retro feel…

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Jun182012
Somewhere Unique, Environmentally Friendly Hunter Valley Accommodation

Green Feet: compostable slippers – a first for Australian luxury accommodation

18 June 2012

Somewhere Unique  have become the first Australian accommodation property to supply guests with 100% biodegradable BioFootwear slippers! Following a number of guest comments in the colder…

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Jun82012
Somewhere Unique, Luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Somewhere Unique earns 2012 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence

8 June 2012

Somewhere Unique , a couples-only accommodation property in the NSW Hunter Valley, announced today that it has received a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award for 2012.…

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Jun52012
Lost post offices of NSW, Wollombi

The Lost Post Offices of Australia – Wollombi (2325)

5 June 2012

“Today Wollombi is a quaint village, that is steeped in Australia’s convict history, with many fine buildings that have stood the test of time, including…

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Jun22012
Walk the Great North Road, Wollombi

Back on the chain gang

2 June 2012

Ben Stubbs walks to Wisemans Ferry along the Convict Trail, a 43-kilometre remnant of mighty road works begun in the 1820s. “We have a real…

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May182012
Avoca House B&B Farmstay, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Avoca House B&B Farmstay

18 May 2012

“Tempted to make a tree-change but not sure how to bridge the gap between your lifestyle and the lifestyle you want to lead? Angela and…

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May92012
Valleyfield Escape, Wollombi Accommodation, Buon Ricardo

Olives and oranges

9 May 2012

“The view from the little villa’s front deck is of silvery-leafed olive trees planted in parades. It could be somewhere deep in Italy were it not…

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May32012
George Michael to play Hunter Valley

George Michael to perform in Hunter Valley

3 May 2012

“Pop Star George Michael will wrap up his Australian tour in the Hunter Valley in December. The British singer has announced he will return to Australia…

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Apr92012
St heliers art exhibition, Wollombi

St Heliers prison art on show

9 April 2012

“It has been nine years of sometimes nail-biting anxiety, but the Wollombi Cultural Centre’s Inside Art show, which brings the works of prison inmates to…

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Jan252012
Hunter Valley Engagement, Wollombi

Grow old along with me

25 January 2012

“A little story about Amanda and Graham… Girl sees boy. Boy sees dimples. They fall in love. Boy does incredibly romantic things for girl, including finding vintage copy of…

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Jan242012
Tea & Tarot in Wollombi, Bohemia

Tea & Tarot at Bohemia

24 January 2012

Join Haydn Scullin of Divinity Tarot, psychic & tarot reader par excellence for a cuppa home grown peppermint tea & a reading on the Australia Day Saturday…

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Jan222012
Exisle Publishing, Wollombi

Wollombi & Exisle Publishing

22 January 2012

“We were headed, in particular, for Wollombi, a small country town hiding some famous locals like ex-News Limited CEO John Hartigan, John Newcombe, Philip Noyce…

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Jan142012
Wollombi Wedding, Hunter Valley

A secret wedding ceremony

14 January 2012

“WEARING a secret smile and pre-loved Armani, Channel 7’s star newsreader Chris Bath has married sports reporter Jim Wilson. And as The Sunday Telegraph’s exclusive…

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Wollombi bridge work complete

4 January 2012

“Work to replace several timber bridges in the Cessnock area has been completed. Cessnock City Council matched funding on a dollar for dollar basis and contracted…

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Nov182011
Somewhere Unique, Luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Accommodation the most ‘Unique’ in NSW

18 November 2011

Somewhere Unique was announced as the GOLD WINNER in the ‘Unique Accommodation’ category at the 2011 New South Wales Tourism Awards. The NSW Tourism Awards are held annually to celebrate…

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Nov152011
Paul Selwood, Sculptir from Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Wollombi Artist wins Sculpture by the Sea

15 November 2011

“Hunter Valley artist Paul Selwood was announced at this year’s launch, on Thursday 3 November, as the winner of Sculpture by the Sea, Bondi 2011…

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Nov22011
Sculpture in the Vineyards, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Regional Flagship Events Funding for Sculpture in the Vineyards

2 November 2011

Sculpture in the Vineyards has received Regional Flagship Events funding for 2012. A big congratulations to the organisers who work tirelessly to create this fantastic…

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Oct152011
Somewhere Unique, Luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Tourism Award Finalist – ‘Somewhere Unique’

15 October 2011

Somewhere Unique was announced as a Finalist in the ‘Unique Accommodation’ category at the 2011 New South Wales Tourism Awards. The NSW Tourism Awards are held annually to celebrate…

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Oct42011
Sculpture in the Vineyards, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Sculpture in the Vineyards

4 October 2011

“SCULPTORS have mixed cheese, wine and the countryside to bring artwork to the public. Sculpture in the Vineyards has opened along the Wollombi Valley Wine Trail…

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Sep272011
Sculpture in the Vineyards, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Artwork in the vineyards

27 September 2011

“Wollombi attracts many tourists over the summer period and this exhibiton is a way of showing the world what we can do. This year’s contemporary…

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Sep262011
Sculpture in the Vineyards, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Sculpture has fluid appeal

26 September 2011

“IN just two years emerging Marks Point sculptor Joanna O’Toole has won several awards for her work. Now the mother of three is bringing one…

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Sep172011
Avoca House B&B Farmstay, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Baby steps in the bush

17 September 2011

“Joel Gibson introduces his daughter to the farmyard at a stylish retreat near Wollombi. Avoca House B&B Farmstay … seem to have struck the perfect…

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Feb132011
Wild Edge Retreat, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

I love you infinity

13 February 2011

“Melissa Singer takes the opportunity to advance the romance at a bush retreat in the Hunter. New owners have given Wild Edge a nip and…

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Nov182010
Historic Wollombi village, Hunter Valley

Boutique boozing in the Hunter Valley

18 November 2010

“Catriona was surprised to see that Wollombi is a bustling village. It’s rich in Aboriginal and colonial history, there is a museum, historical buildings and…

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Oct302010
Aboriginal Culture, Wollombi Corroboree, Hunter Valley

Aboriginal culture comes alive at Wollombi Corroboree

30 October 2010

“THE fires of history and tradition will burn brightly in the Hunter Valley tonight at the annual Wollombi Corroboree. More than 100 people are expected…

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A vine setting for art spectacle

27 October 2010

“There was an obvious reason for Undercliff Winery co-owner Jane Hamshere to offer her acreage as a venue for Sculpture in the Vineyards. ‘‘It’s my…

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Jul72010
Historic Wollombi village, Hunter Valley

DVD promotes Wollombi village

7 July 2010

“It may have taken two years but Wollombi has finally clawed its way out of tough economic times, and a special event tomorrow will signal…

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Jun192010
Cedar Creek Cottages, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Stuck in a rut

19 June 2010

“Debra Jopson finds herself on the edge of wine country and in the middle of deer mating season at Cedar Creek Cottages. There are six…

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May162010
Somewhere Unique, Luxury couples accommodation, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

To avoid wildlife, go bush

16 May 2010

“We have just come from checking into our tranquil haven, Somewhere Unique … touches are abundant and thoughtful: Natio bath products, candles, local soaps and…

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Mar192010
Wollombi Scarecrow Festival, Hunter Valley

Wollombi scarecrow festival begins

19 March 2010

“THEY might keep birds off crops, but Wollombi is hoping they do not scare away tourists. In its fourth year, the event was a bit…

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Nov132008
Undercliff Settlers Cottage, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

The magnetic north

13 November 2008

“Our destination, Settlers Cottage at Undercliff Winery, is on a well-used dirt road just outside the village. It’s dark when we arrive but the winery…

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Nov132008
Stonehurst Cellar Door, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Tipple among the lavender

13 November 2008

“Cedar Creek is a 220-hectare property with seven hectares of vineyards, 40 head of cattle, more than 200 deer and its own cellar door, Stonehurst…

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Nov132008
Valley Field Escape, Wollombi, Hunter Valley

Go ahead, shake your grove thing

13 November 2008

“Valleyfield Escape is the perfect spot for doing absolutely nothing. A villa on a 100-plus-hectare property owned by restaurateur Armando Percuoco, who operates Paddington’s revered…

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Oct252008
Wollombi Tavern, Hunter Valley

So near and yet so far

25 October 2008

“It doesn’t take long before you feel like a local in this friendly country town, writes Louise Southerden. This is Wollombi, a little country town…

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Feb82007
Historic Wollombi village, Hunter Valley

Wollombi

8 February 2007

“Catriona was surprised to see that Wollombi is a bustling village. It’s rich in Aboriginal and colonial history, there is a museum, historical buildings and…

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There are plenty of dinner options during @sculptu There are plenty of dinner options during @sculptureinthevineyards. Grab your friends and book your table.

@gntp_laguna this Saturday evening 24th November 

Pop up eats @wollombitennis Monday thru to Thursday 

Before the end of festival dinner on Saturday 31st October @graysinnwollombi with @noycebrotherswine and @paninocafferestaurant.

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@sculptureinthevineyards comes to life this weeken @sculptureinthevineyards comes to life this weekend in #wollombivalley. ⁠
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Enjoy over 160 exhibits of Australian and international sculptors on exhibition throughout the #wollombiwineries and #wollombivillage and #lagunansw.⁠
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Pick up your copy of the 2020 catalogue from the outdoor exhibition venues @stonehurstcedarcreek @undercliffwinery @gntp_laguna @graysinnwollombi @wollombitavern.⁠
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Don't forget to include the indoor galleries as you explore the festival. Open daily from 10am to 4pm⁠
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Escape to the country along #touristdrive33 to exp Escape to the country along #touristdrive33 to explore one of the many trails on offer and experience wine, arts and history. All this and many more things to see and do, one hour from Sydney or Newcastle.⁠
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Get out and about with the Wollombi Village Walk a Get out and about with the Wollombi Village Walk and Talk Guided Tours during this year's @sculptureinthevineyards ⁠
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Be guided by passionate locals who will share their knowledge ⁠
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The 2 hour tours will run daily during the festival. $10.00 per person. Children under 12 free.⁠
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Meet at the Tennis Club in Negro Street, Wollombi at 9.45am for the 10am tour.⁠
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The October Long Weekend is nearly here and #wollo The October Long Weekend is nearly here and #wollombivalley has plenty of things to see and do when you visit.⁠
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On Sunday @artisanmlaguna is being held at the @lagunavillage from 9am to 3pm. Explore the local market before stepping into @gallery33laguna, showcasing some of the finest local artists. ⁠
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Pick up some fresh local produce @lagunavillageprovidore and grab a bite to eat @gntp_laguna before heading 8kms along #touristdrive33 to explore #wollombivillage.⁠
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Looking for a daytrip with the kids these school h Looking for a daytrip with the kids these school holidays. ⁠
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Just a 1 hour drive from Sydney, you'll reach #wollombivalley before the kids say #arewethereyet⁠
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Here's a list of activities to keep the kids busy when visiting #wollombivalley⁠
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✔️ Have a play and a picnic at Slacks Park⁠
✔️ Have an ice-cream @wollombigeneralstore⁠
✔️ Visit @wollombimuseum⁠
✔️ Complete the #wollombivillagewalk⁠
✔️ Explore Wollombi Brook or Yengo National Park⁠
✔️ Let Mum and Dad enjoy a refreshing ale @wollombitavern⁠
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@Thewoodhousewollombi is the perfect location for @Thewoodhousewollombi is the perfect location for loved up couples.⁠
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And to see it for yourself, tune in to watch the Grand Finale episode of The Bachelor AU tonight at 7.30pm to see Locky surprise his date.⁠
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Spring is well and truly here in Wollombi and it's Spring is well and truly here in Wollombi and it's a perfect time to explore the #wollombivalley.⁠
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Make sure you visit #wollombimusuem in the heart of the #wollombivillage to explore our history and pick up your copy of the Wollombi Village Walk Map. ⁠
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Follow the map on this 1 hour easy walk to all of the significant historical attractions in the Wollombi Village.⁠
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Finishing up back in the Village ready for a refreshing ale @wollombitavern or a bite to eat @myrtlehousewollombi⁠
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Book your mid-week break in #wollombivalley during Book your mid-week break in #wollombivalley during @sculptureinthevineyards to enjoy many exclusive benefits.⁠
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Choose your stay to suit your style and budget with a choice of accommodation available⁠
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Tourist Drive 33, Scenic drive from Sydney to Hunter Valley

Planning a visit to the Hunter Valley and hoping to take the road less travelled? Tourist Drive 33 is the perfect daytrip or overnight getaway close to Sydney, Newcastle and the Central Coast.

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