Explore the incredible stories behind our cultural landscape, walk with our First Nations peoples, explore our history and take a trail through the Upper Hunter..
Detail of the old cedar school desk at Scone Museum NSW, Australia “An artist walks into a museum” served as the intriguing call for artists to apply for residencies as part of a collaborative program...
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The essence of a community lies in its colourful characters, and Gwen Alchin and Carmel Hughes are quintessential figures shaping the vibrant spirit of Murrurundi. For over two decades, affectionately known as “The Twins,” they...
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The Upper Hunter Living Artists Festival emerges as a fresh concept, a burgeoning idea on the cusp of realisation. If successfully funded, UHLA will celebrate the visual and performing artists residing in the Upper Hunter...
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Interview with christine pike by Robyn Werkhoven – from arts zine March 2023 A mural is any piece of graphic artwork that is painted or applied directly to a wall, ceiling or other permanent substrate....
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David Archibald came up with the idea: a horse sculpture, majestic and grand, right in the heart of Elizabeth Park. However, the journey to sculptural glory wasn’t a smooth ride.
The Wonnarua people, who are the traditional custodians of the Singleton and Upper Hunter area, have inhabited the Valley for over 30,000 years, tracing their presence back to the earliest stages of the Dreaming. In...
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By Robert Syron and Luke Russell We acknowledge the Traditional Lands of the Worimi , Gringai and Biripi people of the kutthung language the Custodians, spiritual and cultural owners of these lands. We acknowledge our...
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