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In search of natural beauty or adventure, this beautiful region of NSW has so much to offer. Award winning wines from ancient vines to gourmet restaurants. An abundance of wildlife in deep river valleys, mile high mountains, old forests to the oldest country towns in Australia. Sail on Lake Macquarie, one of the largest coastal saltwater lakes in the Southern Hemisphere, or soak up the sun on golden sand beaches. Walking trails, cycling ways, horseriding, ballooning, jumping out of a plane or flying a Jet. Stay a day or 2, a week or more, at Historic B and B’s or in a 5 star Resort. The Hunter has it all and you’re always welcome. hunter-cover-web

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What's On

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'What's On' in the Hunter Region of NSW

February 2010

January - April AMCAT - EXOTIC FLAVOURS
Lt. Governor’s Residence at Maitland Goal, John St, East Maitland.
Exotic Flavours - a celebration of cultures, the Hunter Valley is host to many cultures, each has enriched daily life. Thursday, Saturday and Sunday (not public holidays) 10.00am to 3.00pm. Cost: $3 per person. Ph: (02) 4934 3840

5, 6 & 7  NUNSENSE
Maitland City, Bowls, Sports & Recreation Club, Arthur St, Rutherford.
Nunsense begins when the Little Sisters discover that their cook, Sister Julia, has accidentally poisoned 52 of the sisters. They could only bury 48 of the 52 dead sisters as Reverend Mother spent the remaining money on a VCR and Camcorder for the convent so they had to put the other 4 sisters in the freezer. 2.00pm and 8.00pm shows. Cost: Dinner and Show - all ages $45, Show only Adults $20, Show only Concession/Student $15 and Show only Children (up to 10yrs) $10.
Ph: (02) 4939 1200. www.mgasams.com.au

6 & 7 SHIRAZ MASTER CLASSES - BIN TO BLACK CLUSTER
Wyndham Estate Winery, 700 Dalwood Rd, Branxton.
Join us for a special fun wine tasting event that celebrates and explores the many dimensions of Australian Shiraz. This tasting features the icon Wyndham Estate wine, the single vineyard Black Cluster Hunter Shiraz, and BIN555, Australia’s number one selling Shiraz. 11.00am
Cost: FREE. Ph: (02) 4938 3444. www.wyndhamestate.com

6-7 February Shiraz Master Classes @ Wyndham Estate ?BIN to Black Cluster
Join us for a special fun wine tasting event that features the single vineyard Black Cluster Hunter Shiraz, and BIN555, Australia's number one selling Shiraz. Contact Stephen Guilbaud-Oulton (02) 4938 3444.

13 February Rob Thomas - Cradle Song Tour Concert
Hope Estate Winery, 2213 Broke Road, Pokolbin. Phone: 1800 777 444. Rob Thomas, lead singer of Matchbox Twenty and a hugely successful solo artist in his own right, returns to Australia for a limited series of concerts.

13 HISTORIC MORPETH CRUISE
Departs Lee Wharf - Newcastle.
Re-live the historic voyage from Newcastle to Morpeth NOVA Cruises. Enjoy Morning Devonshire tea and sample some local produce from unique Morpeth. Once in town we will pick up the tab if you wish to visit the Morpeth Museum and arm you with a heritage walk guide so you can discover the historic buildings around this once thriving river port. Nova Cruises. 9.00am. Cost: Adult $79, concession $74, student (12 - 17 years) $64, children (3 - 11 years) $54.
Ph: 0400 381 787. www.novacruises.com.au

15 & 17 ST VALENTINES @ BUTTAI BARN
162 Lings Rd, Buttai.
Celebrate St Valentine’s day and be entertained by Kent Daniel, who sings a wonderful selection of love songs to make you feel all warm and fuzzy. Ladies will receive a small gift. Devonshire Tea and our famous baked lunch. Bookings essential. 10.30am to 2pm. Cost: $34.00 per person. Ph: (02) 4930 3153. www.buttaibarn.com.au

16 February Singleton Uniting Church Adult Fellowship: Shrove Tuesday
Ph Ann Fuller 6572 1652. From 10.00am to 12.00 noon. Pancakes and Tea or Coffee can be purchased at $5.00 per person.

20 February Cliff Richard & The Shadows - Together Again Concert
Hope Estate Winery, 2213 Broke Road, Pokolbin. Phone: 1800 777 444. 50 years on Cliff Richard, Hank Marvin, Bruce Welch and Brian Bennett take to the stage together for the very last time on this tour. Don't miss it!!

20 DONKEYS ON SHOW
Maitland Showground, Blomfield St, Maitland
A selection of fine donkeys will be exhibited to be judged in a selection of classes including a fancy dress class. The donkeys will be shown at their best and will take part in a GRAND PARADE to music in front of the Grandstand at the conclusion of judging. 1.00pm.
Cost: FREE admission. Ph: Christine Berry (02) 4932 5525. www.donkeywelfare.com.au

27 & 28 WYNDHAM ESTATE - INDULGE YOUR SENSES - SHIRAZ & CHOCOLATE TASTING
Wyndham Estate Winery, 700 Dalwood Rd, Branxton.
During this exclusive Wine & Chocolate tasting you will be guided through a selection of the finest wines from Wyndham Estate, including our extensive Shiraz blends, which will be matched with the new premium chocolate range from Nestle. Tastings will be held twice daily in the cellar door. Places are limited, so bookings are essential. 11.00am & 2.00pm. Cost: FREE. Ph: Wyndham Estate Winery (02) 4938 3444. www.wyndhamestate.com

27 February Whitney Houston Concert
Hope Estate?2213 Broke Road, Pokolbin. Phone: 1800 777 444. Whitney Houston will be performing all of her greatest hits and new songs from her new album 'Look to You' on Saturday 27th February 2010.