2 h. ago From Gothic glamour to slapstick: Dracula ballet divides the crowd

Our reviewers give their verdict on all the latest shows.

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37 h. ago Converted Gothic mansion stay a symbol of vibrantly renewed Newcastle

An imaginatively restored Newcastle mansion is adding a burst of colour to a once steely-grey city.

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42 h. ago Converted hydro plant on Tasmanian lake continues to pump up the luxury

Pumphouse Point opened in 2015 to acclaim and awards, offering stunning accommodation in World Heritage-listed wilderness at the southern end of the Overland Track.

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2 d. ago ‘Statistically, he's the best ever' plus Gus's fearless finals predictions.

The best time of the year is upon us! Finals football! Gus and Thomo break down all the key matchups and storylines for an electrifying Week 1 of the NRL finals. Gus declares Payne Haas to be one of the greatest props the game has ever seen.Gus also dives deep into the state of the Newcastle Knights, giving his take on their long and challenging rebuild. Plus, the forwards are announced for the Six Tackles with Gus team of the year.

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3 d. ago 21 bright and fresh wines and spritzes for spring drinking, for $30 or less

What’s in your glass should reflect the vibrant, playful nature of the season. It’s out with winter’s hearty reds, and in with crisp whites, rosés and fizz.

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4 d. ago ‘They like the chaos’: Australians caught up in sudden US visa changes

A State Department ruling appeared to nullify the practice of renewing visas in a third-country embassy or consulate, which was popular with Australians to avoid long trips home.

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4 d. ago It might be 1000 years old, but this European hotel is still cutting edge

The converted palace was constructed more than 1000 years ago when Spain was under Muslim rule.

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5 d. ago From food fad to cafe fixture: Why acai bowls have outlasted the hype (and how to MYO)

Equal parts healthy breakfast bowl and vibrant dessert, the acai bowl can be customised to suit almost any palate.

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6 d. ago Lighten up: Nutritionist Sarah Pound’s vibrant chicken dinners for spring

Kick off the new season with three wholesome recipes designed to bring freshness back to your dinner table.

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6 d. ago The Magpies made a massive call at the selection table to free Mason, and it paid off big time

Mason Cox’s days at Collingwood looked numbered, but it was a masterstroke to call him back into the team against Adelaide, and now it looks like he’s there to stay at least for this premiership campaign.

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7 d. ago Spoonful of vinegar for Knights after Parra thrashing leaves them last

Newcastle needed a win against Parramatta to avoid finishing bottom of the ladder. Sadly for departing coach Adam O’Brien, they saved their worst until last.

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7 d. ago Michael Cheika emerges as shock candidate for Knights coaching job

Former Wallabies coach Michael Cheika has been sounded out about his interest in the Newcastle job after the club split with Adam O’Brien.

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1 week ago Eclipse extends Greenland licence and advances path to mining

Eclipse Metals has renewed its Greenland licence to 2027, streamlined its boundaries and progressed its social and environmental assessments for rare earths mining.

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1 week ago Sausage sizzles and saunas: Is this the year’s most controversial art show?

Artist Mike Hewson is converting the Art Gallery of NSW’s Tank into a public playground.

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1 week ago Joey backs Michael Cheika to coach the Knights: Freddy & the Eighth Ep 26

On a special episode of Freddy and the Eighth, Andrew Johns endorses Michael Cheika to become the newest coach in the NRL and attempts to recruit him to the Newcastle Knights. The boys share their favourite end of season trip stories. Plus, Reuben Garrick and Michael Cheika himself join the show.

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1 week ago Why Mick Ennis is quitting Manly; Willie Peters out of Newcastle race

The man sounded out to succeed Anthony Seibold at Manly is leaving the club, while one of the key contenders for the vacant Newcastle job has ruled himself out.

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1 week ago Wallaby convert could mark up Tigers whiz kid in double debuts

Former Wallaby Carter Gordon and teenaged Tigers whiz kid Heamasi Makasini will be making the NRL debuts. And they could potentially be marking each other.

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1 week ago Wallaby convert could mark up on Tigers whiz kid in double debuts

Former Wallaby Carter Gordon and teenaged Tigers whiz kid Heamasi Makasini will be making the NRL debuts. And they could potentially be marking each other.

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1 week ago Ten Raiders rested as NRL prepares to witness a slew of debuts

Corey Horsburgh will complete a remarkable turnaround when he captains Canberra in the last round before the finals, as a host of clubs prepare to blood new talent.

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1 week ago Liverpool smash British transfer record hot on heels of win over Arsenal

Newcastle United finally relented and sold Swedish international striker Alexander Isak following an acrimonious period on Tyneside.

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