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Private dining room experiences in the Hunter Valley: Dining for large groups 

Private dining room experiences in the Hunter Valley: Dining for large groups 

Private dining rooms offer the perfect blend of restaurant-quality food and service, paired with the intimate luxury of your own space. For special occasions, corporate events and celebrations check out the luxe private dining rooms at some of the best restaurants in the Hunter Valley.  

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  • 70859, 98266, 56773, 56684, 97372, 56815, 128486, 142440, 56747, 56722, 139690
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What's On this October Long Weekend in the Hunter Valley

What's On this October Long Weekend in the Hunter Valley

The Hunter Valley is buzzing this October long weekend with a great line-up of events on offer. The Hunter Valley Balloon Aloft Fiesta will take to the skies every morning of the October long weekend, with 20–30 colourful hot air balloons drifting across the sky, and the cosmic country music weekend Dashville Skyline returns for a jam-packed three days of live music, artistic collaborations and more. Brunch and long lunches hosted at picturesque wineries, live music, markets, and Oktoberfest celebrations will also be happening throughout the region. Keep reading to discover what’s on across the Hunter Valley this October long weekend.

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  • 25300, 15763, 145707, 139690, 128470, 146277, 143903, 25270, 141511, 142225
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Surround Yourself with Balloons & Bubbles at this year’s Hunter Valley Balloon Fiesta!

Surround Yourself with Balloons & Bubbles at this year’s Hunter Valley Balloon Fiesta!

MEDIA RELEASE: Get ready for an unforgettable spectacle as the Balloon Aloft Hunter Valley Fiesta returns this October Long Weekend (October 3rd - 6th, 2025) with an enchanting "Balloons & Bubbles" theme! Australia's Adventure Tourism Operator of the Year, Balloon Aloft, is set to host the twelfth annual fiesta, promising a breathtaking display of colour and a truly unique way to experience the Hunter Valley.

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Hunter Valley Uncorked Balmoral returns this October

Hunter Valley Uncorked Balmoral returns this October

MEDIA RELEASE: Hunter Valley Uncorked set to hit Balmoral Beach on Sunday 19th October, 2025.

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What’s on this Father’s Day

What’s on this Father’s Day

Celebrate Father’s Day in the Hunter Valley on Sunday 7th September 2025. With a fantastic selection of wineries, champion golf courses, local breweries, restaurants and cafes there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate. If you’re looking for a special event or bespoke Father’s Day lunch, check out the list below for What’s On this Father’s Day in the Hunter Valley.

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  • 141511, 139690, 147378, 99293, 56821, 95937, 128530, 56695, 61685, 61122, 128532
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What’s on this Spring in the Hunter Valley

What’s on this Spring in the Hunter Valley

Spring in the Hunter Valley is simply not to be missed. There's no better way to celebrate the season than by gathering with friends for a day of exceptional food and wine under the warm sun. Picture yourself enjoying a leisurely long-table feast nestled in an enchanting pear grove, or perhaps you’d prefer to relax with a refreshing spring cocktail, live music filling the air as the sun sets. Whatever your taste, there’s an event waiting to make your spring day unforgettable. Here what's on in the Hunter Valley this spring.

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  • 128470, 128530, 57046, 56798, 6680, 22214, 56677, 56756, 56690, 139690, 146983, 142085, 72009, 61934, 56684, 15763, 25300, 128488, 52146, 141511, 145707
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MEDIA RELEASE: Brokenwood Wines named 2026 Halliday Wine Companion Winery of the Year

MEDIA RELEASE: Brokenwood Wines named 2026 Halliday Wine Companion Winery of the Year

Media Release from Brokenwood Wines

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  • 57022
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2025 PKF Hunter Valley Wine Show

2025 PKF Hunter Valley Wine Show
16 Hunter Valley Producers Celebrated with Top Awards

The 2025 PKF Hunter Valley Wine Show was judged at the Lone Pine Barracks at the Singleton Army Base from Monday 11th to Wednesday 13th August, with the trophy winners’ luncheon celebrated today at Oaks Cypress Lakes Resort, with Johanna Griggs AM as Master of Ceremonies.

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Hunter Valley Shiraz – it’s all Class (of its own)

Hunter Valley Shiraz – it’s all Class (of its own)

The Hunter Valley is Australia's oldest wine region and is synonymous with distinctive, medium-bodied Shiraz that speaks of place, precision and poise. And an uncanny ability to age.

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Best restaurants with a fireplace in the Hunter Valley

Best restaurants with a fireplace in the Hunter Valley

The allure of a roaring fire, a cosy dim lit restaurant and delicious food and wine. If we are speaking your language then don’t miss these fireside dining venues tucked away in the Hunter Valley. 

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  • 63709, 56779, 142225, 70859, 67291, 98266, 98266, 56695, 56747, 96487, 56649
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