The Scone & Upper Hunter Historical Society and Museum marked a significant milestone recently, celebrating 70 years of preserving the region’s rich history. A special anniversary luncheon was held on Tuesday 21 April at the Scone Arts and Crafts Hall. The event was officially opened by Dave Layzell MP, Member for Upper Hunter. Guest speaker…
Dungog artist and biodiversity farmer Jane Richens is the 2026 Artist-in-Residence at the Fibre Makers Space, part of the National Trust’s Grossmann & Brough Houses in Maitland. Running through to the end of May, the residency invites visitors to drop into the Open Studio on Mondays and Tuesdays, 10am–3pm. Jane’s work weaves together art, heritage…
The Gallery will be holding its WINTER EXHIBITION opening celebration on Sunday 12th JULY 2-4pm. – mark it on your calendar. The show will feature new vibrant works by our artists and will feature new artists who have joined the gallery stable. Please drop by to view an inspiring collection of Hunter Valley artists’ work.…
Dungog By Design “In the Frame” is proud to present this collection of works by artist Georgina Clark for the month of May 2026. Georgina moved from Sydney to Dungog 37 years ago to live a more sustainable life, in a community of a more human scale than the fast-paced city. A largely self-taught artist,…
We’re pleased to let you know our office is now open again after being closed the past 9 days while plumbing repairs were completed. Please note: we’ll be closed this Monday for the Public Holiday. We’d love to see you—feel free to drop in and say hello. Thanks for your patience and understanding during the…
The 2026 Blue Heeler Film Festival is underway, and the committee is inviting members of the Upper Hunter community to help shape it. As the festival continues to grow, they are keen to work closely with filmmakers and creatives from our region to contribute ideas, perspectives, and expertise to help guide the festival’s direction and…
HAVE YOUR SAY: RANSW wants your voice to be heard in the new National Cultural Policy The Australian Government is developing a new National Cultural Policy to shape the future direction of the creative and cultural sector. They are currently seeking public submissions, which will be key in informing the new policy. Building on Revive: A…
Tocal Homestead and Forged Rhythms launches a bold new creative project set to transform the historic forge at Tocal Homestead into a living, breathing instrument. Forged Rhythms will fuse the raw energy of traditional blacksmithing with contemporary sound and video art, turning the rhythms of hammer on anvil, the crackle of the fire, and the…
Pearl has been awarded Best Use of Colour at the Australasian Quilt Convention (AQC), announced at the opening in Melbourne on 9 April. AQC is Australasia’s premier quiltmakers’ event, and 2026 marks its 20th anniversary. Held at Melbourne’s Royal Exhibition Building (Carlton) from 9–12 April, this year’s show featured more than 1,000 submissions from Australia…
NSW artists, producers and arts and cultural organisations can now apply for funding with Create NSW’s 2026 Regional Arts Touring Round 1 and 2026 Arts and Cultural Funding Program (ACFP) Project Funding programs opening today. A total of $4.28 million is available to support local artists and organisations, spanning all artforms, to develop creative practices,…