IN THIS ISSUE

GREEN SURROUNDINGS
Two home gardens, Blythewood and Hazelrigg, were showcased during Autumn under the banner of Australia’s Open Garden Scheme, each attracting 325 keen gardeners during the open weekend and proving that whilst Spring is regarded as the traditional time to showcase gardens, a mainly green garden can be  soulful and restful.
Story/Photography Marilyn Collins

THE POWER OF ONE
The secrets that drive many staff engaged throughout the Kaleidoscope network are often unknown outside their circle of immediate friends and family. 
Lucas Coleman reveals the passion of one such dedicated nurse who left the comfort of Hunter home to fan a flame flickering within. 
Story Lucas Coleman/Photography Limelight Creative Media


HOME OF THE FUTURE
The design of this unique, contemporary, spacious family home was created around  a relaxing garden, courtyard and pool area  - it had to be environmentally sustainable, able to withstand bushfires and have a design which takes full advantage of the views. 
Story Marilyn Collins/Photography Mercury Megaloudis

IF WALLS COULD TALK
To quote “unique” is an understatement for this fine and rare massively built sandstone building (circa 1836) known as Bolwarra Barn.

THE WORLD OF JOHN EARLE
Newcastle’s most recognised artist shares both glimpse and insight into his colourful world. 
Story/Photography Marilyn Collins

TOUR DE LOVEDALE
Winter is the ideal time to visit the Hunter Valley for a romantic and indulgent short break or longer visit.  With chilly nights and cool clear days, it is the perfect time to enjoy an open fire, hot spa and delicious food by candlelight or to discover an excellent wine that you can’t buy anywhere else.

There's nothing like tasting a wine at the cellar door where the grapes were grown and the wine was made, and meeting the winemaker who made it.  All this combines to make the Lovedale district a must-see destination.

THE CARING EDGE OF RESEARCH
Not many people may know or fully understand Calvary Mater Newcastle’s important role in world-class cancer research. 

As part of National Medical Research Week, which began on 4th June 2010, Hunter Lifestyle Magazine caught up with some of the Hunter’s top female researchers based at the Mater to discuss how they are leading the way in the ‘caring edge of research’. 
Story Laura Jackel, Calvary Mater Newcastle Photography Dean Osland