Newcastle Historic Site Attractions
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Bogey Hole Newcastle - Major James T. Morriset, the military commandant in Newcastle (1819-1822) had a hole cut into ocean rocks by convict labour, for his personal bathing.
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Convict Lumberyard Newcastle - Now recognised as an early example of a convict industrial site, the Convict Lumber yard is a symbol, not only of early Newcastle, but of the development... More
Fort Scratchley Historic Site Newcastle - There is so much to do at Fort Scratchley Historic Site…
Enjoy a stroll around the site to soak in the history, taking in the breathtaking views,... More
Honeysuckle Precinct Newcastle - The Civic Railway Workshops have been converted from derelict buildings into the centre of Newcastle's social life. A vibrant mix of restaurants, cafes,... More
James Cook Memorial Fountain Newcastle - Commemorating the famous explorer who passed by Newcastle on 10 May 1770, the James Cook Memorial Fountain provides a distinctive backdrop to Civic Park.... More
King Edward Park Newcastle - King Edward Park was dedicated as a recreation reserve in 1863. Within the grounds were a Bowling Green and the Obelisk, built as a navigational marker
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Lock-Up Museum Newcastle - The Building itself; is the Major exhibit divided into two main periods:
1. Convict Era...1804-1853.... Control by the Military
2. Civil Period..1854-1986....... More
Miss Porter's House Newcastle - You can gain access to Miss Porter's little sanctuary and see what the 'careful, quiet and private lifestyle' of the two sisters and mother looked like... More
Newcastle City Hall Newcastle - Opened in 1929, Newcastle City Hall is one of Newcastle's most unique and prestigious venues. Its Old World charm and stunning architecture, including... More
Newcastle Civic Theatre Newcastle - The Civic Theatre Newcastle is one of Australia's great historic theatres and hosts a wide range of musicals, plays, concerts, dance and other events each... More
Newcastle East Heritage Tourist Walk Newcastle - The Convict Lumber Yard was one of the first sites of settlement in Newcastle and significant in the birth of the city and the coal industry. In recognition... More
Newcastle Ocean Baths Newcastle - With its distinctive and architecturally significant Art Deco pavilion, Newcastle Ocean Baths is one of the city’s outstanding historic landmarks... More
Newcastle Region Maritime Museum Newcastle - Newcastle Region Maritime Museum is currently closed until Mid October 2008 for refurbishments.
The Newcastle Region Maritime Museum has fine examples... More
Nobbys Beach Newcastle - Newcastle’s highest profile beach, with council Lifeguard Services provided Monday to Saturday year round and volunteer members of Nobbys Surf Lifesaving... More
Nobbys Head Lighthouse Newcastle - The Nobbys Head Lighthouse was established on an island whose future was doubtful right up the period prior to the light's establishment. The present... More
Nobbys Headland and Breakwall Newcastle - Originally twice as high as today when Captain Cook named the headland Nobby's in 1770. The top of Nobby's was a convenient source of rock required for... More
Obelisk Newcastle Newcastle - In 1821, Major Morisset, Commandant of Newcastle, ordered the construction of a windmill on a windy hill overlooking the port.
It was built to replace... More
Queens Wharf Newcastle - Wander from Newcastle City across the footbridge to Queen’s Wharf, where you can enjoy tasty wood-fired pizzas at Newcastle’s renowned Blue... More
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