Category: Australia
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Glen Davis Oil Shale Ruins
Glen Davis Oil Shale Ruins Located in the Capertee Valley the Glen Davis Oil Shale Ruins were once a thriving industrial complex. Established in 1940, the Glen Davis Shale Oil Works were a strategic investment that produced petrol for New South Wales while at the same time providing work for unemployed miners. The process involved… Read more
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Marulan New South Wales Australia
Marulan New South Wales Australia The small town of Marulan can be found on the Hume Highway between Canberra and Sydney. Although the highway bypasses the town, it’s worth a stop to see the historic buildings, have a break and enjoy a coffee at one of several cafes in town. Historic Buildings Most of the… Read more
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Chalk the Walk Newcastle 2023
Chalk the Walk Newcastle 2023 The annual chalk drawing festival Chalk the Walk Newcastle 2023 ran from late September to early October 2023. This year’s theme, All Creatures Great and Small was reflected in the drawings, which ranged from whales to spiders. As a bonus, Jenny McCracken’s whales located outside Harry’s Cafe de Wheels on Market… Read more