Maitland

When you go on holiday or fall ill, someone needs to look after the cat, dog or rabbit. Neighbours are ideal: short distances and a familiar face for the animal. It's best to meet beforehand for a quick visit. Are you l…

For some older people the trip to the supermarket is hard work, especially when it's icy or very hot. If you're going shopping anyway, it's often easy to pick something up for someone else. A note in the hallway or a qu…

Guitar, drums, singing or beats on your laptop: music brings people together. Many towns have rehearsal rooms, music schools or open-mic nights where you can try things out. And bands are often looking for exactly the i…

Looking for an apprenticeship can feel huge at first. A good start: think about what you enjoy and ask local businesses directly about a work placement. Many companies welcome speculative applications even when nothing …

Every place can become a little nicer to live in, and locals often have the best ideas. What would you improve in City of Maitland: more benches, better cycle paths, a meeting place for young and old? Share your suggest…

Not every day is sunny, and with kids you need good ideas when it pours. Where do you go in City of Maitland when it's wet outside: the library, the swimming pool, a board-game café, or puddle jumping after all? Share y…

Almost every region has a dish you won't find anywhere else, or a recipe handed down through the generations. What food simply belongs to City of Maitland? Tell us your favourites and where to try them!

Before 1944, the Maitland area was governed by three separate municipalities; West Maitland, East Maitland, and Morpeth. In July 1944, these municipalities (along with parts of nearby shires such as Bolwarra, Tarro and …

The City of Maitland is a local government area in the lower Hunter region of New South Wales, Australia. The area is situated adjacent to the New England Highway and the Hunter railway line. The mayor of the City of M…

Snow and ice are a real challenge for older or unwell neighbours. If you're clearing your own path anyway, you can often do a few metres more. Sharing a bag of grit between several houses saves effort too. Who in Gasa D…

A raised bed in the courtyard, a community garden or simply swapping cuttings and seeds: gardening connects generations. People without a garden of their own are often happy to share a bed. Do you have plants, tools or …

A sunrise over the rooftops, a front garden in bloom or a funny sign: home is full of great pictures. Show us your best photo of the week from Tsirang District and tell us briefly where you took it!

So many nice things happen that never make the papers: a lost wallet returned, a new shop opening, a lovely celebration. What good news from Tsirang District would you like to share this week? We look forward to your po…

Festivals, customs and small rituals connect people across decades. Which tradition in Tsirang District means the most to you, and do you take part yourself? Tell us about it in the comments!

Your first own money disappears fast if you're not careful. A simple trick: write down everything you spend for one month, and you'll see where it goes. Put a small amount aside at the start of each month before buying …

Where do you actually meet up when you don't want to stay at home all the time? Youth centre, skate park, library or the meadow by the river: every place has its spots. Which hangouts in Tsirang District can you recomme…

Almost every neighbourhood is home to people with many different first languages. In a language exchange two people learn from each other: half an hour in one language, half an hour in the other. Real friendships often …

Not every kind of help needs tools or a car. Sometimes a walk, a phone call or a coffee together is exactly what someone is missing, especially people who live alone. Would you like to give some time for a chat in Tsira…

Lots of things in town only work because people give their time for free. Where do you volunteer in Wangdue Phodrang District, and where could more helping hands be useful? Tell us about it and inspire others to join in!

A good walk clears the head and shows your home from a new angle. Which route do you love most in Wangdue Phodrang District, and roughly how long does it take? Share your favourite loop with us!