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Take a look at what's inside the Herald Weekender, September 9.
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The secret to Costco's success
Two years ago, Costco opened in Lake Macquarie and shoppers haven't stopped flocking through its doors. Jim Kellar looks at what's driving the retail giant's popularity.
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Twist in theatrical circus tradition
Blanc de Blanc Encore is back in Newcastle with city-favourite Spiegeltent. Simon McCathy meets one of the international performers, Misha, a Ukrainian artists who takes dance to another level.
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Reflecting on lost Hunter pubs
Pubs loom large in the region's history, but a lot of them are no longer with us. Mike Scanlon looks at a new book by Ed Tonks that shares even more yarns about some weird and wonderful pubs.
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Restaurant's warm Italian welcome
Pescara, at Pokobin's Hermitage Lodge, is all about consistently serving "a simply beautiful Italian menu". Lisa Rockman talks to the owners about their food and vision.
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What's on this weekend
NRLW semi-final, Clans on the Coast, a Dungeons and Dragons workshop, music and more. See what's happening in the Hunter this weekend.