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Flotilla navigates towards steady future with new co-head chef Darren Price
Flotilla has announced the appointment of Darren Price as its new co-head chef. The celebrated chef brings with him an impressive culinary pedigree, having honed his skills in some of the most prestigious kitchens in the Hunter Valley. Most recently, he served as the head chef at the renowned Yellow Billy, where he spent three successful years. Price will work alongside Chef Jake Deluca to underscore the restaurant’s pursuit of culinary perfection. “Flotilla has always…
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VECINA: Flotilla welcomes new wine bar neighbour
The crew behind one of Newcastle’s most celebrated restaurants, The Flotilla, have announced the opening of a new chic wine bar called Vecina. Vecina, Spanish for neighbour, will share an adjoining wall with Flotilla and shared ownership. Described as a friendly local and a welcoming neighbourhood bar, Vecina is set to become one of the must-visit locations in Newcastle this Summer. The bar will boast Newcastle’s largest by-the-glass list, complemented by a menu of bar…
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FLOAT YOUR BOAT 2023: A Spectacular Flotilla Parade on Lake Macquarie
Embrace the winter chill and prepare for a stunning display of lights as Float Your Boat 2023 hits Lake Macquarie this month. Over two very colourful evenings, from 5 pm until 9 pm, boat owners will showcase their creativity and compete for cash prizes in a spectacular flotilla parade with spectators lining the shore to look at the kaleidoscope of colours illuminating the lake. As part of the Float Your Boat experience, spectators have the…
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WELCOME ABOARD: Float Your Boat flotilla registrations now open
The iconic Float Your Boat parade will return to Lake Macquarie in June. Organisers are now calling on boaties to register their interest to take part in the dazzling display of light. If you own a vessel measuring five metres or more, Float Your Boat wants to hear from you. And there are some great prizes to be won too, including a $2,000 People’s Choice Award and two $1,000 Mayor’s Best Boat Awards. The first…
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IF THE HAT FITS: Shayne Mansfield and his Flotilla of award-winning dishes
Shayne Mansfield is Head Chef at The Flotilla, a local restaurant recently awarded a Hat by the 2023 Good Food Guide. He spoke to Tracy Mac on Newcastle in the Morning about what it means for his team and the local culinary scene. Listen back…
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The Flotilla has been awarded a Hat in the 2023 Good Food Guide
Newcastle restaurant The Flotilla has been awarded a Hat in the 2023 Good Food Guide. Other local restaurants awarded a One Hat status in the new guide include Bistro Molines, Muse Kitchen, Margan, and new entrants EXP and Yellow Billy. Muse Restaurant has also retained its Two Hat status for 2023, putting it firmly on the map as one of regional NSW’s top three restaurants. “After a couple of incredibly tricky years the entire industry…
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We sampled the menu at Flotilla…and it was everything!
Flotilla will reopen Saturday, 1 August and will be offering two dinner sittings Wed – Sat nights and also Sunday lunch. Head to their website for more information and bookings. Newcastle foodies rejoice. Fine-dining, local fresh-produce driven favourite Flotilla is reopening. Here’s everything we discovered on our very first visit… We at Newcastle Live were lucky enough to get a sneak preview of the menu at the new restaurant kid on the Wickham block, Flotilla…
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Maitland lights up with Riverlights cultural celebration
Maitland’s cultural diversity will take centre stage this October, with Riverlights returning for five days of food, music, art, performance and traditions from more than 50 cultures. The festival will bring a packed program of cultural experiences to venues across the city including Maitland libraries and Maitland Regional Art Gallery. Visitors can take part in workshops, discover new languages and stories, and explore creative traditions from around the world. The celebrations will reach their peak…
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Lake Mac Set to Glow as Float Your Boat Returns
Float Your Boat is set to light up Lake Macquarie once again, with illuminated vessels, glowing entertainment and a giant inflatable octopus bringing winter magic to the waterfront this June. Returning for the winter solstice celebrations this weekend, the much-loved event will transform the lake into a moving display of colour and creativity as decorated boats cruise the waterways adorned with bright neon artworks and eye-catching light installations. The annual spectacle has become one of…
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WHAT’S ON LAKE MAC: Your guide to March in Lake Macquarie
March in Lake Macquarie is packed with powerful performances, orchestral drama, immersive art, and cutting-edge contemporary dance. From ARIA-nominated chamber jazz to bold theatrical showcases, this month offers a rich mix of music, storytelling and creativity across the city. Here’s your ultimate guide to what’s on across Lake Macquarie this March. Eishan Ensemble WHEN: Saturday 15 March 2026WHERE: Rathmines Theatre, nawayiba ARIA-nominated Eishan Ensemble delivers a powerful fusion of chamber jazz and Middle Eastern sounds.…
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Rising Tide’s protestival approved for Newcastle Foreshore
City of Newcastle has officially approved Rising Tide’s application to use Foreshore Park as a campsite for People’s Blockade, paving the way for one of the city’s most talked-about community events of the year. Now recognised as one of the world’s most prominent climate uprisings, the People’s Blockade calls for an end to new fossil fuel projects and a fair transition for workers and communities. The week-long mobilisation will include camping, flotilla blockades, and a…
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AHOY LAKE MAC! Swashbucklers set sail for Pirate Paddle
Lake Macquarie will come alive with pirate hats, paddles, and plenty of family fun this September as the annual Pirate Paddle returns for Talk Like a Pirate Day. The community event invites locals and visitors to grab a kayak, canoe or stand-up paddleboard and take to the water in their best pirate gear. From seasoned paddlers to first-time buccaneers, everyone is welcome to join the flotilla and celebrate with a day of swashbuckling fun. This…
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Maitland Riverlights returns in 2025 with week-long cultural celebration
The Riverlights festival will once again take over Maitland this October with a week-long celebration that will culminate in a massive event at The Levee. Now firmly established as one of the region’s biggest cultural events, Riverlights continues to grow each year with up to 50 cultures set to be represented in 2025 through food, dance, music, workshops, art and interactive experiences. Among the highlights for 2025 will be a community parade, a wide selection…