The Hunter Arts Network, better known as HAN, is the peak professional body for the Visual Arts, Craft & Design sectors in the Hunter region. and is a membership based organisation funded by membership fees and sponsorship from Moray & Agnew Lawyers. To represent, promote and develop visual arts, crafts and design with an emphasis on professional practitioners. Our key objectives are Four Seasonal Art Bazaars, Advocate on behalf of members, Promote communication and collaboration between visual arts, crafts and design groups in the Hunter, Promote members' work to established and emerging markets via the website, EDM, social media & Art Bazaar, Provide professional development and educational services to members, Maintain organisational strength and relevance and Ensure traditional and contemporary media are represented.

Islington Markets are held on the last Sunday of each Month except for December at Wickham Park in Albert Street from 7 am to 1pm.

ReMake Creative Resource Centre Inc is working to lighten the load on our planets resources - by ReMaking! We provide education, training and development opportunities for the Newcastle community through the effective recovery and creative reuse of business waste materials. That's right we are changing people's attitude towards waste. And our mission is to divert as much waste from landfill as we can by collecting clean, reuseable materials from businesses and industry, to provide them at low cost to the community to �ReMake' them into brilliant works of art. ReMake CRC Inc is a not for profit organisation catering to the creative desires of the Newcastle Community. We obtain weird and wonderful reusable waste materials from local businesses for the community to use for their creative and artistic pursuits. We also host workshops on varying art and sustainability topics as well as providing employment and training for those wanting to get creative and learn. We will collect clean, safe and non-toxic reusable materials from your business free of charge. Save your business money by reducing your waste disposal and transfer costs. Current donors include cafes, real estates, manufacturers, printers, natural therapists, offices, architects, designers, upholsterers, hotels and more.

At Speak Design we create design that speaks for itself. Simply. Our professional services include illustration and design for print and clothing, specialising in logos, business cards and photo restoration. With expertise in client communication, and 10 years' graphic design experience, you are ensured of receiving a fresh and creative solution customised to your business needs. Having developed empathy with both small and new businesses, we offer affordable corporate packages essential to the establishment of a strong visual presence in the community. So, call now and let's speak design.

The Reject Shop Glendale first opened its doors in 1981 when founders Ron Hall and John Shuster set up shop in the Melbourne suburb of South Yarra. Almost 40 years later, The Reject Shop Glendale is a household name with more than 370 locations nationwide, known for providing great value on everyday items. As the next chapter of our story unfolds, we will continue to focus on helping all Australians save money every day. The Reject Shop Glendale also ranges high-quality private brands and sells products from some Australia’s most trusted brands including Cadbury, Tresemmé, Tontine, Nivea, Pepsi, Finish, Omo, Uncle Tobys and more, but all with our single purpose in mind…to help all Australian’s save money.

Bring life to your favourite works of art and put them on display with new frames from Kerrijon Framing Gallery in East Maitland. We have been providing framing services to the local and regional community of Maitland, Hunter Valley and Newcastle for nearly 40 years. These years have provided our framers with the knowledge and experience to expertly stretch and frame canvases without impairing image clarity. Limited edition prints, sports memorabilia, jigsaws, wedding photos, mirrors, pastels and portraits, oil paints, maps, picture frames, sports shirts and jumpers, as well as maps and needle work, can all be framed at our store. Whether you need picture framing, canvas stretching or you're in need of a custom-made frame, Kerrijon Framing Gallery can do it all. Our showroom and gallery located in Chisholm houses an extensive range of frames. We also have a well-equipped workshop with state-of-the-art tools that enable us to work with a range of materials. When you need expert framing advice, come in to Kerrijon Framing Gallery in Maitland today.

Experienced & professional machine quilting. Have a consultation with Clare to get the most from your patchwork