We’re not sure what other colleagues do when they’re at work but here at Swell HQ we spend a goooood majority of our time wondering what it would be like if we were mayor. With the local election fast approaching, we thought it would be fun to brainstorm the major policies we’d be implementing if given the power.
Do you know what the best thing about the holiday season is? Once all the craziness winds down, you’ll finally have the time to listen to all of those podcasts you’ve been saving! Just in case you’re stuck for ideas, we’ve put together a list of top five podcasts with a local flavour. All set for you to binge-listen at your heart’s desire.
Did someone say Black Friday Sales? Yep, it’s that time of year again! What even is Black Friday anyway. And… If you are going to shop till you drop on the upcoming American holiday known as the day after Thanksgiving, why not shop local this year? That way… everyone wins!
Do you have American friends here in Aus who might be feeling a little out of place this holiday season? And not just because of the whole opposite seasons thing. This week, our friends in northern parts of the globe are celebrating Thanksgiving. But it’s not really the done thing here, right? In order to understand Thanksgiving a little better (in particular, how many turkeys should be consumed), Laura spoke to one of her favourite American friends.
Swell Magazine’s editors, Kristy and Bec, both happen to call Stockton home. If you’re not familiar, it’s that little seaside village across the harbour from Newcastle and as the girls have been telling us for quite some time – it’s actually a super nice place to live or visit. So when they noticed a sign in the window of an empty shop announcing that Darby Street favourite The Autumn Rooms would be opening up soon, we knew we had to get the inside scoop.
Everyone keeps talking about the COP26. But like… what is it, why is it important, and why should you care about what happens now that it’s all done and dusted? We’ve tried to answer some of your questions.
When was the last time you picked up a great book? If you’ve found yourself in a reading slump, we have got the 5 books that will get you back to churning and turning the pages you once loved.
Wanting to reinvent yourself this summer? You’re not alone! As we all emerge out of lockdown and step into the summer sun, this can only mean one thing. A brand – new – outfit. But where to start? How to choose? And what comes next in the fashion circle of life? Here is Laura’s (slightly unconventional) guide to picking your new summer look.
Anyone else love a good debate? No? Just us? What if we were to pose a question like… so how do you feel about pineapple on pizza?
Yeah see. Knew you’d take the bait.
How well do you really know Newcastle? No really, because even though I’ve lived here for twenty six years, there are still so many corners of our little universe to discover. Thankfully though, there are great people like Becky from Newcastle Afoot who make it their mission to share all of the wonderful things that Newcastle has to offer.
