The Colour Bug: C25 Central Newcastle

Timeless Textiles E15: Newcastle East

Anne Kempton is the dynamic woman behind Timeless Textiles, Australia’s only commercial fibre art gallery. In just 10 years, it has become an institution in Newcastle. Set in a historic part of town, discover the workshops and projects, the artists and artisans of this very hand and heart centred creative practice, and the meaningful experiences this art form offers to the community. _____________________________ The Makers x Traders Audio Trail is for folks, like you, who love exploring the vibrant culture of this City. Using the Newcastle Treasure Map, you can discover the independent and locally-owned businesses that make this place unique. With music by local beat-maker Professor Crabb, these bite-sized episodes will get you out on the streets of Newcastle, with a map in hand & exploring these happening places! Pick up your Treasure Map and find out more at makersandtraders.com.au Contact us at makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com [makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com] Presented by Makers x Traders Newcastle Supported by City of Newcastle & featured on their App. Produced by Katerina Skoumbas, Brianna Peterson & Rowena Foong

Rudderless Records: W9 Newcastle West

No fire or pandemic will keep Newcastle's premiere record store down! Rudderless Records is a space for music and culture… but most of all vinyl. With a personal collection of over 5,000 records that he started at the age of 15, local musician Ben Leece knows a thing or two about them! In a record store space that was severely damaged by fire in 2018, Ben re-launches this music business under the guidance of original owner and beloved music guru 'Dunny'. _____________________________ The Makers x Traders Audio Trail is for folks, like you, who love exploring the vibrant culture of this City. Using the Newcastle Treasure Map, you can discover the independent and locally-owned businesses that make this place unique. With music by local beat-maker Professor Crabb, these bite-sized episodes will get you out on the streets of Newcastle, with a map in hand & exploring these happening places! Pick up your Treasure Map and find out more at makersandtraders.com.au Contact us at makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com [makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com] Presented by Makers x Traders Newcastle Supported by City of Newcastle & featured on their App. Produced by Katerina Skoumbas, Brianna Peterson & Rowena Foong

Piazza Mercato: C2 Central Newcastle

Stepping into Piazza Mercato’s historic bank building space instantly transports you to a piazza in Italy. The charm, the atmosphere! Alfonso Muras offers the Newcastle community a wonderful taste of Italian cuisine as well as a new live music hub for local musicians to perform original sounds, creating a new scene in a very mediterranean way. _____________________________ The Makers x Traders Audio Trail is for folks, like you, who love exploring the vibrant culture of this City. Using the Newcastle Treasure Map, you can discover the independent and locally-owned businesses that make this place unique. With music by local beat-maker Professor Crabb, these bite-sized episodes will get you out on the streets of Newcastle, with a map in hand & exploring these happening places! Pick up your Treasure Map and find out more at makersandtraders.com.au Contact us at makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com [makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com] Presented by Makers x Traders Newcastle Supported by City of Newcastle & featured on their App. Produced by Katerina Skoumbas, Brianna Peterson & Rowena Foong

Make Space E8: Newcastle East

What kind of work goes into an artist-run space? Think contemporary retail store with work stations and gallery in one open beautiful place. In an heritage train terminus known as The Station, discover Make Space - a treasury of textiles, ceramics, jewellery, artworks and woodworks, all crafted by local makers and artists. Meet ceramicist Ali Sobel-Read who shares her own making process and just how much space this business makes for everyone. _____________________________ The Makers x Traders Audio Trail is for folks, like you, who love exploring the vibrant culture of this City. Using the Newcastle Treasure Map, you can discover the independent and locally-owned businesses that make this place unique. With music by local beat-maker Professor Crabb, these bite-sized episodes will get you out on the streets of Newcastle, with a map in hand & exploring these happening places! Pick up your Treasure Map and find out more at makersandtraders.com.au Contact us at makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com [makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com] Presented by Makers x Traders Newcastle Supported by City of Newcastle & featured on their App. Produced by Katerina Skoumbas, Brianna Peterson & Rowena Foong

The Colour Bug: C25 Central Newcastle

Shiv Maheshwari is a well-travelled Indian-born Australian who spent half her life living in East Africa. In love with the beauty, boldness and quirkiness of African fashion and recycled art, she opened The Colour Bug in Newcastle to support her artisans with sustainable employment - showcasing their talent whilst making business that treads lightly on the environment. _____________________________ The Makers x Traders Audio Trail is for folks, like you, who love exploring the vibrant culture of this City. Using the Newcastle Treasure Map, you can discover the independent and locally-owned businesses that make this place unique. With music by local beat-maker Professor Crabb, these bite-sized episodes will get you out on the streets of Newcastle, with a map in hand & exploring these happening places! Pick up your Treasure Map and find out more at makersandtraders.com.au Contact us at makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com [makerstradersnewcastle@gmail.com] Presented by Makers x Traders Newcastle Supported by City of Newcastle & featured on their App. Produced by Katerina Skoumbas, Brianna Peterson & Rowena Foong