Tag: Hunter Valley
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Les Darcy Monument Australian Boxer
Australian Boxer Les Darcy Monument Dedicated in August 2000, the Les Darcy Monument celebrates the achievements of one of Australia’s greatest boxers. Set back from the New England Highway in a grassy park in front of the East Maitland Bowling Club, the statue can be easy to miss. The statue stands on a marble platform,… Read more
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Maitland Regional Art Gallery
Maitland Regional Art Gallery The Maitland Regional Art Gallery occupies a building complex in High Street alongside several other historically significant buildings. Originally two separate buildings a major renovation, saw a joining structure added linking them into one structure. There is ample parking available at the rear of the gallery, so you can avoid trying… Read more
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Aberdare South Abandoned Mine at Abernethy
Aberdare South Abandoned Mine at Abernethy The Aberdare South Colliery operated from 1913 to 1927, making it long abandoned. All that remains of the old mine are the winder house and chimney, but these make the trip worthwhile, so that you can see some of the original industry of the Hunter Valley. Getting There Located… Read more