Lisa Rockman, Newcastle Herald

Lisa Rockman

Newcastle Herald

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  • Newcastle Herald
  • Bendigo Advertiser

Past articles by Lisa:

No lies: Jon Stevens is a "massive fan" of Sir Rod Stewart and jumped at the chance to tour with him and Cyndi Lauper

"I loved him in the Faces. I'm a huge fan of his voice. I even recorded one of... → Read More

Check out Steph de Sousa's quirky but practical recipes for family's on a budget

"I try to encourage people to cook from scratch and on a budget." → Read More

The Beauford at Mayfield has a new family friendly future and signs up Roy's Kitchen

Licensee Allan "Jacko" Jackson and his wife Renee have big plans for the pub. Plus, La Chosita, Kumache... → Read More

The 2023 Newcastle Food Month festival program has been revealed and it's bigger

The official launch festival program launch takes place tonight at Crystalbrook Kingsley. → Read More

Sting's son Joe Sumner has a new folk-inspired EP, a debut album ready for release, and an Aussie audience to win over

Joe Sumner has issued a warning in the lead-up to his gig at Bimbadgen in the Hunter Valley on February 18 in support of his father, singer-songwriter Sting. → Read More

Jimmie Allen, Gavin DeGraw and Kasey Chambers headline Boardwalk Country Music Festival in Newcastle

They will be joined by Lee Kernaghan, Kasey Chambers and The Buckleys at Newcastle Entertainment Centre on Tuesday,... → Read More

So you want to live on a farm? A paddock to plate dinner for city slickers planning a "tree change" to the Great Lakes Region

A group of Great Lakes locals are hosting an informative long table dinner at Bulahdelah to welcome potential "tree change" property buyers to their patch of paradise. → Read More

Punk rock icon Henry Rollins is coming to Newcastle on his Good To See You tour

Armed with a microphone, he will perform in "spoken word" mode, faithfully recounting the events of his life... → Read More

Scone young citizen of the year Hamish Guiana makes his television debut on Australian Idol tonight

"I was surprised to get an interview and even more surprised when Harry Connick Jr came to my... → Read More

Kasey Chambers talks about Eminem, new music and why she loves Busby Marou

"I have a fair few songs building up but I try not to overthink it too much. An... → Read More

Will you be Groovin' at Maitland in April?

Fatboy Slim, Amy Shark, alt-J, Eliza Rose, LUUDE, The Chats and Ocean Alley are coming to Maitland on April 22 as part of the Groovin The Moo 2023 line-up. → Read More

Smashing Pumpkins in Newcastle: The World Is A Vampire Festival comes to the Hunter in 2023

The Smashing Pumpkins and Jane's Addiction are coming to Newcastle in April for The World Is A Vampire... → Read More

Groovin the Moo Bendigo line up features big homegrown and international acts

GTM will be at the Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Bendigo on April 29. → Read More

Hunter Valley's Lyn Bowtell "shocked" to win 10th Golden Guitar award for latest album Wiser

Lyn Bowtell had no idea her album Wiser was going to win a Golden Guitar award on Saturday night. The look on her face when her name was called out - and the expletive that escaped her lips - said it all. → Read More

Love is on the menu this Valentine's Day, so book ahead

Lake St Terrace bar opens at Warners Bay Hotel, Valentine's Day dining ideas, Masa Madre Sourdough Pizza changes... → Read More

Grab your ticket to Newcastle Beer Fest on February 18 at King Edward Park before it sells out

"I'm not against big breweries or anything like that, but this is purely a trade fair for independent... → Read More

Ollie Margan's Breaking Ground semillon added to A Glass Of "wine pouch" range

"There is immense excitement about his new wines, which take an approach of working with healthy vines to... → Read More

Meet the corporate couple who left the hustle and bustle of Sydney behind to start a lavender farm in the Hunter Valley

There are plenty of "lavender experiences" to enjoy over the next four weeks. → Read More

Bimbadgen's new Alter Wines range finds a home at Emma's Cottage in Lovedale

The range includes a sparkling, blanc de blanc, semillon, chardonnay, rose, pinot and shiraz. → Read More

Best friends Jo Thomas and Karina Barry launch Buds & Beads sparkling and leaf tea business

"Take it from two girls who fashioned careers around long lunches for decades ... they're better with a... → Read More