While putting this issue together, it occurred to me that, from a tourism point of view, at least, the vast majority of our local tourist attractions and drawcard events are centred around the water and the warmer months. This is a real shame because there is some amazing local history to learn about and creative people to learn from within our community. And they’re out there creating experiences for visitors and locals that are not only enjoyable but as good (if not better) than anything on offer at most of the larger cities around Australia. This month we spoke to two such people who are out there making a difference – Renata Daniel of Newcastle Ghost Tours and Rosemarie Milsom of Newcastle Writer’s Festival.
Cultural diversity is also celebrated this month with the Beaumont St Carnivale in Hamilton. Tipping its hat to the suburb’s history as a multicultural melting pot, this year's festival looks set to be an awesome day out for the whole family! Enjoy!
