Australia. Land of the brave! With some of the world’s most venomous creatures living right on our doorstep, it’s no wonder the

Some may say living in Australia is only for the brave! With some of the world’s most venomous snakes, blue-ringed octopuses, sharks

Love them or hate them, Lake Macquarie is home to a variety of snakes. These include the beautiful Diamond Python, Golden-crowned Snake,

Coming across ticks in Lake Macquarie is just part of living here, especially during the warmer months. After playing outside, it’s a

Spring is a busy time for wildlife carers, as baby animals are born, leave their nests and learn to survive in the

It’s that time of year when you’ll spot locals riding around with bike helmets covered in cable ties, proudly pointing skyward like

It’s that time of year again! We slip on our swimmers and thongs and head down to the lake to cool off.

Located on the Pacific Highway at Bennetts Green, this popular shopping destination has become a favourite with locals. If you’re looking for

Dogs make the perfect companions for family walks, especially when there’s a little adventure involved. Lake Macquarie is packed with scenic trails

Families across Lake Macquarie are invited to turn story time into show time at The Art House Wyong, with three beloved titles

Life with a dog is all about fresh air, daily walks, and plenty of tail wags, and Lake Macquarie delivers all of

Need inspiration, expert advice, help planning a project, or just a hand fixing a leaky tap? Don’t wait, these trusted local tradies

It’s always exciting to see Lake Macquarie leading the way, but this has been something truly game-changing. The ATUNE Integrated Health Centre

Small changes can create big impacts… Be part of the change! Got clothing, textiles, toys, carpentry, small electrical appliances, or even furniture that

Jenkins Residential celebrated its 10th anniversary of serving the Newcastle and Lake Macquarie communities in June 2025. Jenkins Residential is a leading

On any given day, more and more women and girls, of all ages and backgrounds, are out enjoying what was certainly once

When you launch a platform that instantly attracts local businesses, it’s obvious you’ve created something of need. We searched locally for affordable

Finding the right person for the job can be a challenge. We’ve all heard horror stories of tradies that haven’t turned up,

Building a new home is an exciting time full of dreams, aspirations, and a few headaches. Embarking on such a great adventure

Located in the suburb of Cameron Park, the Sugar Valley Library Museum (kirantakamyari) offers a mix of both modern library and museum

You couldn’t find a more perfect setting for the Multi-Arts Pavilion, mima, than overlooking our gorgeous lake. The Multi-Arts Pavilion has been

You know when you’re quietly confident you can pull something off? I consider myself a very competent human, and nothing rattles me

In Lake Macquarie, saving water is always important. The good news is that our community is building better water-saving habits. The not-so-good

‘Rain, rain go away, come again another day!’ Today was going to be a family day. We were so organised and ready

Costco was a novelty when it first arrived in Lake Macquarie, with queues stretching for hundreds as locals got their first taste

When your partner asks if you’ve chosen a paint colour for your interior, don’t just say white. You’ll be sure to get

Moving home is one of the top 5 most stressful events in life. We should know. Our family bought and sold in