Woman wins winemaker of the year
A woman has taken out the winemaker of the year for the first time at the Hunter Valley Legends and Wine Industry Awards.
View ArticleTourism funds needed in budget
Tourism Hunter says it will be holding the State Government to account in today's budget for a pre-election commitment to provide an industry assistance package.
View ArticleMayor calls for Upper Hunter councils to unite
An Upper Hunter mayor is calling on neighbouring councils to work together to develop a united brand for the region.
View ArticleHunter needs non-mining investment
Analysts say while the Hunter's economy has taken a hit because of the high Australian dollar it continues to be buoyed by investment in the mining industry.
View ArticleNaden gone but tourists return
A tourist operator in the New South Wales Barrington Tops says business has been booming since accused murderer Malcolm Naden was caught in the area four months ago.
View ArticleCoal turning off tourists
A report commissioned by Muswellbrook Shire Council has found the Muswellbrook region is failing to attract holidaying tourists to the region.
View ArticleHunter tourism bucks national downturn
The Hunter's peak tourism group says while it has been a tough year for the national domestic market, the region will continue to buck the trend this summer.
View ArticleUpper Hunter tourism group in doubt
An Upper Hunter tourism body says support for the organisation has plummeted in recent years and is urgently calling for locals to lend a hand and save the group.
View ArticlePlan to boost tourism experience
The Chairman of Tourism Hunter says it is crucial the region puts itself in the best possible position to welcome visitors.
View ArticleWinery to close unless cabins approved
An Upper Hunter winery proposing to build more than 20 tourist cabins on its property is warning it will be forced to close if the development is not approved.
View ArticleTourism inquiry waste of money: vigneron
As the Hunter battles with a mixed bag of industries, it is hoped a new state inquiry will help recognise the importance of the region's tourism sector.
View ArticleHunter vineyards to feature in winter tourism campaign
An open invitation to the Hunter is being sent via a new campaign to attract more tourists to regional New South Wales.
View ArticleTax changes to hurt tourism industry
The largest conference hotel in the Hunter Valley says the region cannot afford the predicted loss of visitors if a cap on tax deductions for self-education expenses is introduced.
View ArticleHunter employment stalls for coal slowdown
Economists are pointing to a weakening in the Hunter's labour market, partly due to a contracting resources sector.
View ArticleTourism lobby slams new mining laws that will 'rip Hunter wine country apart'
The Hunter Valley's Wine Tourist Association concerned proposed mining laws will see unprecedented levels of mining in the region.
View ArticleHunter economy 'extraordinary', despite mining slowdown
The chairman of one of Australia's largest market research companies has described the Hunter region's economy as "extraordinarily modern".
View ArticleCrafty plans to expand Hunter brewing industry
Increasing interest in micro-breweries in the Hunter Valley has coincided with a nationwide boom in the sector.
View ArticleBumper Christmas for Hunter tourism operators
Hunter tourism operators are reporting their busiest Christmas season on record, with an influx of Sydney and Melbourne visitors injecting millions of dollars into the local economy.
View ArticleHunter mine and wine industries looking for budget support
The NSW Minerals Council says it is vital the Hunter's struggling mining sector is spared any unexpected hits in today's state budget.
View ArticleNew brand urges tourists to 'Come on Up' to the Upper Hunter
'Come On Up to Upper Hunter Country' has been launched as the Muswellbrook and Upper Hunter shire's new branding to make their play for a bigger share of the Hunter Valley's tourism trade.
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