Halloween. Is it really such a bad thing?

Question. Did you know it’s October? Are you excited? Feeling a little… spooky? Or are you silently writhing inside that Australia is just too gosh darn Americanised and it’s pronounced lollies not candy. Whatever you think of the ‘holiday’, it’s-a-coming, and fast. But we’re here to say… maybe it’s not so bad.

Luxury items that won’t break the bank

We all deserve a little luxury, right? But sometimes our heart says one thing, and our bank account says another. We’re not ones to deny ourselves anything here at Swell Mag, which is why we’ve put together a list of luxury items that won’t break the bank.

Book nooks

Newcastle Hunter Valley and Port Stephens

What do you do when you desperately need a good book but aren’t allowed in a public library? Check out the street libraries of course! A choose your own adventure with Howard.

Ultimate reading list

To make finding a good book that *little* bit easier we’ve compiled all the books recommended throughout the first six issues of Swell. So, drumroll please, here’s… Swell’s Ultimate Reading List (so far)!

Roots of The Olive Tree

The Olive Tree Market has become a staple event on Newcastle’s calendar, with artists and customers alike travelling far and wide to get amongst the buzz of all things handmade, contemporary and local.

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