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- Three Sinkings and Two Beachings
Illalong at final resting place 5 klm south of Redhead ~ from the H.G.Skilton Collection.
The Little Coastal Steamer that Never Gave Up
In ... - The Fleeting Glory of KA-11
Newcastle loves boats.
The harbour, foreshores, breakwaters, and beaches make boat-watching an easy and inviting pleasure.
When a special maritime visitor draws crowds of ... - Gracelands Reminisce
Remember Gracelands on Violet Town Road, Belmont North?
One of our region’s outstanding Christmas displays. Here’s a few memories for you. Maybe you were there that ... - Muloobinba Leaves Newcastle
Bound for South Africa, Newcastle’s floating dock Muloobinba ends 34 years service
Muloobinba was launched in Japan 4 November 1977 and towed by the tug East ... - The Illustrated Town
First, some protocol. Locals can say “Kurri” but you and I are advised to say “Kurri Kurri.”
Image ~ Kind permission of Chris Fussell
One warm May ... - 19 Goes for a Spin
Early morning on Kooragang Island, Tuesday, 12 May 2009.
Sound asleep among the trees, South Maitland Railways (SMR) No. 19 steam locomotive stirred, oblivious to a ... - To a Higher Court
Newcastle courthouse now stands as one of the most notable buildings in Newcastle, an iconic and welcoming facility that meets the client brief of connection ...
