While travelling to Jervis Bay, we decided to stop at Crookhaven Heads, as it would be a good break and let us see an old lighthouse. A small car park near the Marine Rescue Station is the start of a 5 minute walk to the lighthouse.
Crookhaven HeadsLighthouse
The walk to the headland with the lighthouse passes a rock platform and through some coastal scrub. A short but interesting walk and worth stopping along the way to admire the coastline.
Unfortunately the lighthouse is in disrepair and the target of vandals, making it a disappointing destination. A local heritage group lobbies for its repair, so hopefully they will be successful. The walk to the lighthouse was a good one, with much to see.
Indigenous Totem Poles
Nowra Indigenous artist Noel Wellington carved a series of totems with help from members of the Jerrinja Local Aboriginal Land Council. Carved from blackbutt, woolybutt or ironbark logs the totems are beautiful works of art. They represent the stories, elders and culture of the local Aboriginal people who have long had a strong connection with the sea.
Positioned near the mouth of the Crookhaven River, the totems have views of landscapes sacred to the local Aboriginal people.
After the disappointment of the lighthouse, these totems were a great find and are worth stopping to see.
Rock Platform on Walking Track
Walking Track to Crookhaven Lighthouse
Crookhaven Lighthouse
Sculptured Indigenous Totem Poles by Jerrinja Artist Noel Wellington
What Did We Think?
Although the lighthouse was not what we expected, the totems made up for it. Hopefully the lighthouse will be restored, but in the meantime, the indigenous totem poles are a great attraction.
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 in Darby Street
Street Art on Steel St
Street Art on Steel St Newcastle
City Centre Street Art
Street Art Morgan St
Motorbike Street Art 3 Morgan St
Sushi Street Art Morgan St
Bird Street Art 3 Morgan St Newcastle
14 Thorn St Newcastle
Old Masonic Lodge 14 Thorn St Newcastle
Street Art Thorn St Newcastle
Mosaic Laing Street Newcastle
Mosaic Laing Street Newcastle
Street Art Laing Street Newcastle
The Painter Street Art Union Lane Newcastle
The Cleaner Street Art Union Lane Newcastle
Old Post Office Sculpture Cnr Hunter and Bolton Streets Newcastle
Street Art 525 Hunter St
Raging Bull Street Art TAFE NSW Hunter St
David Bowie Street Art Hunter St.
Wolf Street Art 424 King St Newcastle
Skull Street Art 402 King St Newcastle
Rear of Rydges Newcastle, Workshop Way
Carpark Art 291 King St
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 Postman
Pillar People Judge
Groom in Penguin Suit
Pillar People
Pillar People Double Bass
Super G
Pillar People The Bride
Pillar People The Bride
Policeman and Dog Pillar People
The Pillar People Chef
The Pillar People Cnr Hunter and Watt Streets
Waitress Pillar People
Lord Mayor Joy Cumming Pillar People
Pillar People Ice Skater
Pillar People Ice Skater
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.
Angelfish Power Box
Angelfish Power Box
Seal Power Box
Power Box
Penguin Power Box
Penguin Power Box
Deep Sea Power Box
Angel Fish Power Box
Hammerhead Shark Power Box
Dolphin Power Box
Octopus Power Box
Yellow Roses Power Box
White Roses Power Box
White Roses Power Box
Purple Roses Power Box
BNB Powerbox
Library Power Box
Chinese Dragon Power Box
Telephone Power Box
Apartment Power Box
Apartment Power Box
Telephone Power Box
Wally Wombat Power Box
Newcastle Sculptures
Climbers Sculptures 434 King St Newcastle
Sculpture Evolution 1 Scott St Newcastle
Paparazzi Sculpture 364 Hunter St Newcastle
Joy Cummins Statue Lord Mayor of Newcastle 1974-84, and Australia’s first female Lord Mayor Civic Station
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.
Destiny Statue on Newcastle Harbour
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
Donald St Hamilton Opposite the Veterinary Clinic
Aboriginal Themed Artwork Smith Park 31 Boreas Rd, Hamilton North
Aboriginal Themed Artwork Smith Park 31 Boreas Rd, Hamilton North
