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Explore what's inside the Herald Weekender, February 10. Artist Michael Bell reflects on his last 30 years The popular and eclectic Newcastle artist unveils the work he will present in a survey show at Cessnock's new public gallery and tells a few stories about his colourful days in the Newcastle…

Raised in Maitland, schooled in Newcastle, Michael Bell and his eclectic art are ingrained in the Hunter's cultural landscape, writes JIM KELLAR.

Chance to buy works by stars like Michael Bell, Lottie Consalvo and James Drinkwater

The band will headline a Canberra Day concert.

The lawsuit alleges that the tax sales process disproportionally causes minority families to lose their homes without compensating them for their property.

Maitland Regional Art Gallery has three major headline shows planned for 2023 among its extensive calendar of events. The Maitland gallery will show Kungka Kunpu (Strong Women) from March 4 through May 21, showcasing major contemporary works by celebrated women artists from the Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands. "These women…

Wangat Lodge near Chichester Dam on the outskirts of Dungog is presenting Shakespeare's A Midsummer Night's Dream on December 9 and 10. The performance will be staged across three unique outdoor locations, including the lodge's expansive timber deck, with the audience guided by the characters through the woods and back…

The Australian War Memorial releases the first list of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander soldiers who served in the Vietnam War. The number of First Australians who fought in the conflict was not previously known because it was not recorded at the time of recruitment.

In this week's instalment, the journey around Newcastle's harbour takes us from the sand and fun of the 'Dog Beach' to a place where you can dine on the view, while looking back at how much this port has changed.