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29 December 201923 March 2021

Newcastle Street Art

There are several places to find street art in Newcastle, although it is not as widespread as in other cities. In the city centre there is a collection in Morgan and Newcomen streets.

Civic Lane near the old Civic Railway Station also has some interesting art works on the backs of some buildings.

Further afield, you can find some great pieces at Hamilton and Wallsend.

In addition to the street art, Newcastle has some amazing sculptures scattered around the city, so keep an eye out for them.

New Street Art March 2021

Street Art on Steel St — Street Art in Darby Street

City Centre Street Art

Street Art Morgan St Newcastle — Street Art Morgan St

Motorbike Street Art 3 Morgan St Newcastle — Street Art Morgan St

Street Art 14 Thorn St Newcastle — 14 Thorn St Newcastle

Old Masonic Lodge 14 Thorn St Newcastle — 14 Thorn St Newcastle

Street Art Laing Street Newcastle — *Mosaic* Laing Street Newcastle

The Painter Street Art Union Lane Newcastle

The Cleaner Street Art Union Lane Newcastle — The Painter Street Art Union Lane Newcastle

Old Post Office Sculpture Cnr Hunter and Bolton Streets Newcastle

Street Art — Old Post Office Sculpture Cnr Hunter and Bolton Streets Newcastle

Newcastle’s Pillar People

One of Newcastle’s initiatives to brighten up the city centre, is the Pillar People. These telecommunications pillars have been cleverly painted to represent local identities, or reflect the businesses they are located near.

There are over a dozen of them, see if you can find them all.

Pillar People Judge — Pillar People Postman

Painted Power Boxes

In a similar initiative to the Pillar People, electrical boxes around the city have been decorated with nautical themes. They brighten up an otherwise dull box. Look for the amusing mice, painted on some.

Newcastle Sculptures

Climbers Sculptures 434 King St Newcastle

Sculpture Evolution 1 Scott St Newcastle — Climbers Sculptures 434 King St Newcastle

Destiny Monument

Located on Newcastle Harbour on Dyke Point, Carrington, the Destiny Monument is difficult to reach because of its location. Dyke Point is part of the Newcastle Port Authority’s operating area with no public access permitted. The closest viewpoint from land is the Honeysuckle Footpath at Honeysuckle, where you can look across the harbour to the statue.

This nine metre tall bronze statue commemorates the 200th anniversary of Newcastle Port operations and was inspired by the figureheads of early sailing ships.

Hamilton and Wallsend Street Art

Located further from the city centre, these art works a more difficult to get to, as you will need a car. If driving past them, they are worth a stop to admire, as they brighten up and add interest to otherwise dull buildings.

Elephant Street Art 8 Donald St, Hamilton

Donald St Hamilton Opposite the Veterinary Clinic — Elephant Street Art 8 Donald St, Hamilton

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14 December 201914 December 2019

Carriageworks Eveleigh Sydney

We have spent a lot of time on the trains into Sydney and always gone past this area, without thinking too much about what it had to offer. Converted from old railway workshops, Carriageworks, located at Eveleigh, is now a huge display centre for artists and engages artistic and audiences with contemporary ideas and issues. This is a cultural facility of NSW government and receives support from Arts NSW and the Australian government.

The industrial heritage of the site has been embraced, with minimal internal removal of cranes and gantries, providing an amazing backdrop to the exhibitions. It feels like you have truly stepped back in time, making it unique.

The closest railway station is Redfern, which is only a 10 to 15 minute walk away. Car parking is also located nearby, if you choose to drive yourself. There is always changing displays and artworks! While there, we watched a photography display by a local artist, and found it interesting.

One of the attractions of Carriageworks is the buildings themselves, as the exterior brickwork and arched windows provide great photographic opportunities. Rail lines are still in place in the roads around the main building and the car park (once another workshop), houses some old machinery.

Entrance to the main workshop is free, but at times there may be a charge to access some of the exhibits. We wandered through the old workspaces , taking photos and looking at the old cranes and winches left in place.

There is a cafe near the main entrance, where you can get drinks and a food.

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11 September 201911 September 2019

Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk

The Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk winds its way along Sydney’s coastal cliffs between these two famous beaches.

Getting There

As the walk ends over 5 km from the start, we used public transport to simplify things.

From Central Station we caught the 339 bus to Clovelly (getting off at Clovelly Rd at Keith St Stop ID: 203180) and then walked to Waverley Cemetery. On finishing the walk, we caught the 380 (the 379 or 333 also go this way) to Bondi Junction where we caught the train back to Central Station.

Using public transport also alleviates the problem of parking a car, because car spaces are very limited in the area.

Waverley Cemetery

Starting at Waverley Cemetery we spent time looking and the huge number of grave sites and family vaults some of which are well decorated. The first interment took place in 1877, and graves of famous Australians such as Henry Lawson can be found here. The views from the cemetery over the ocean and a very peaceful location for peoples last resting place.

Waverley Cemetery
Bronte Baths
Bronte Beach
Bondi to Bronte Coastal Walk Looking Back to Waverley Cemetery

Then we followed the coastal trail around the cliffs to Bronte Beach, where we passed the Baths, built by Waverley Council in 1887. We bought coffee at the kiosk and sat and watched the surfers tackling the waves.

While admiring the views, we walked to Tamarama Beach. Well maintained and made of metal grating the track provides excellent walking conditions. In places this is replaced by concrete and once you pass Tamarama it is all concrete. There are several areas with stairs, but they are well-made and there are several places to rest, with bench seats, all with great views.

Art Work

There are several small pieces of artwork along the track, so look out for them, as they explain the importance of regeneration being undertaken and the arrival of the Dharawal people in the area.

At Bondi there is a small Black Sunday Surf Rescue Memorial, commemorating this event in 1938 when over 250 people were washed into deep water. Surf lifesavers rescued most, with only five losing their lives.

Sculpture to Show The Importance of Reviving Coastal Bushland
Tribute to the Dharawal People
Twist Bands by Oushi Zokel
Black Sunday Surf Rescue Memorial

At Bondi admire the Street Art on the wall on the Beach side of the car park before going to Australia’s most famous beach. There was a kite flying display happening this time we visited making it more interesting

Weathered Rock South of Bondi Beach
Bondi Beach Looking North
Icebergs Swimming Pool at Bondi Beach

Gorilla Street Art at Bondi Beach
Street Art at Bondi Beach
Street Art at Bondi Beach
Cat Street Art at Bondi Beach
Street Art at Bondi Beach

Our walk finished at North Bondi at the lookout where the view along the coast and back towards Bondi is great.

Don’t forget to check out the old pavilion, where the change rooms and showers are located. A life-sized bronze statue of a lifesaver sits outside the pavilion, commemorating surf lifesaving in Australia.

This is also a great place for a meal as there is a huge variety of cafes and restaurants along Bondi Road.

The Bronze Lifesaver at Bondi Beach

What Did We Think of the Bondi to Bronte Walk?

The walk took us about 90 minutes, but we stopped a lot to enjoy the views and take photos. Although there are several places with steps, the walk is quite easy.

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Newcastle Street Art