The Hunter’s history - photos

From the Maitland Mercury:
Take a look at what the Hunter used to look like, thanks to the Fairfax archives.

Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 11 Aug 2016.

Building the Maitland bypass in the late 1980s

From the Maitland Mercury
Work has started to wrap-up on the New England Highway overpass at Maitland. Before the new road is unveiled, take a look back at one of the largest road construction projects in Maitland – the bypass.

Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 4 Aug 2016.

History Werek 2016 - Links Forged with Neighbouring Towns: Dungog Cottage Hospital

The Dungog Historical Society Inc present an exhibition at the Dungog Library, which will showcase the links forged by Dungog and nearby communities through the Dungog Cottage Hospital.
When: Saturday 3 September to 11 September 2016, 10:00am-5:00pm.
Where: Dungog Library, Mackay Street,
Dungog NSW 2420
Cost: Free
Contact: mkingston5@bigpond.com or 02 4992 2094
Presented by the Dungog Historical Society Inc.

History Week 2016 - Neighbours: Maitland Walking Tour

Characterised by narrow streets, laneways and a mixture of architectural styles spanning the 19th and 20th centuries, Horseshoe Bend was one of the earliest settled areas in Maitland. Sometimes referred to as ‘The Bend’ and so named for the shape of the river when Europeans first settled there, Horseshoe Bend has a unique and intriguing history. Join the Maitland City Library as they take to the streets of Horseshoe Bend to meet local identities in celebration of NSW History Week.
When: Sunday 4 September 2016, 10:30am-2:00pm
Where: Meet at Maitland Regional Art Gallery
230 High Street
Maitland NSW 2320
Cost: Free
Contact: programmes@maitland.nsw.gov.au or 02 4933 6952
Find out more
Presented by Maitland City Library.

Tocal's Peek Into the Past 2016

From the Maitland Mercury report:
Plumes of gunsmoke, the smell of campfires, the metallic clink of the blacksmiths hammer – Tocal Homestead was alive with the sights, sounds and smells of Australia’s colonial past for Peek Into The Past.

Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 31 Jul 2016.

Photographer-in-residence program will focus on showcasing Maitland Library precinct

From the Maitland Mercury report:
Maitland Library is about to take on a new look with a photographer-in-residence program set to transform the landmark building.
Earlier this year council engaged professional photographer Paul Foley for the program.
The program includes a series of themed photoshoots, guest curation of the #mymaitland Instagram account, photo walks in which members of the public could participate and an exhibition of a selection of the images taken during the program.

Full article available at Maitland Mercury, 30 Jul 2016.

Flashback Friday: Olympians from the Hunter 1956-2016 | photos

From the Maitland Mercury report:
With a week to go until the start of the 2016 Rio Olympics, we look back to the Olympians who called the Hunter home in the past.
From 1956, to this year’s announced competitors, take a look at the Hunter’s great sporting champions.

The story Flashback Friday: Hunter Olympians | photos first appeared on Newcastle Herald.