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Earthcare Park - Tenambit

Parks and Gardens

Earthcare Park - Tenambit

Earthcare Park is located on 32 hectares of Crown land. It is bounded to the west by Metford Road Tenambit and to the east and south lie the Tenambit wetlands. The main vegetation type is spotted gum and ironbark forest with a diverse understory of native shrubs, ground covers and climbers. To date, 136 species of birds are flourishing, some are identified as the Nankeen Night Heron, Eastern Whipbird, Wood Ducks, Chestnut Teal, King Parrots, Rainbow Lorikeet, Galah, Long-Billed Corella, Little Corella, Eastern Rosella and Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo, Brown Goshawk, Australian Magpie, Black Swan, Purple Swamphen, Dollarbird, Magpie Lark, Grey Fantail, Red-Browed Finch, Swamp Harrier, Australian Raven and Starling, Black-Faced Cuckoo-Shrike. Earthcare Park is maintained by a Landcare group, caring for Tenambit Common. The volunteer group members undertake bush regeneration, have regular monthly working bees, conduct field days and engage with the local community about environmental events. Tenambit wetlands is home to freshwater turtles and varied birdlife species. Maitland City Council are working with Conservation group, 1 Million Turtles & TurtleSAT, for sustained turtle populations and habitats. Earthcare Park at Tenambit is one of five Landcare groups across Maitland.

Tenambit NSW

1.8 km away

Thornton Library

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Thornton Library

Expand your mind and your imagination at one of your local libraries. Drop in to borrow or read a book and while you're there take advantage of the free WiFi, delve into local history or trace your family tree. Check out a range of exciting events and kids programs that run throughout the year. Ask about the toy library or book a meeting space. Take advantage of the online services including 24/7 access to eBooks, streaming music and movies, local history, research databases, public computers, charging stations, printing and more. Free to join, so be sure to visit one of the four library branches located at Maitland City, East Maitland, Rutherford and Thornton today. Electronic Vehicle Charging bays are situated in Thornton Library carpark.

Thornton NSW

2.1 km away

Wirraway Park

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Wirraway Park

Wirraway Park is located in Thornton and is an exciting aviation-themed park providing shared community areas and beautiful parkland open spaces. It features a half-sized basketball court, a flying fox, a skateboard zone, a massive slide, and some different equipment that you don't see everywhere. The kids will love this park, with plenty to explore and do.

Thornton NSW

2.5 km away

Willow Drive Inclusive Community Playspace — Image credit: Maitland City Council

Parks and Gardens

Willow Drive Inclusive Community Playspace

Designed as part of Maitland City Council's Capital Works Program, in conjunction with the NSW Government's Everyone Can Play program, this space was specifically designed to be more inclusive of everyone in the community. The completed area provides an attractive and enticing space for the community and is complemented by the community art projects presented along the surrounding fences.

Metford NSW

2.6 km away

Thornton Skate Park

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Thornton Skate Park

Thornton skate park caters to a range of skill levels and abilities, and was designed in partnership with the community. The facility offers a halfpipe with spine and box jump, a kinked floating ledge, vert wall, flat banks, rails, sheltered outdoor seating, a bubbler and more. The adjoining playspace and basketball court, add to what is already a versatile recreation space for everyone to enjoy.

Thornton NSW

2.7 km away

Easts Leisure and Golf

Sports and Recreation Facilities

Easts Leisure and Golf

This contemporary club offers something for everyone including comfortable lounge areas, entertainment and activities, and of course a championship 18 hole golf course. Spend some quality time with friends and family in the Main Lounge and relax looking out over the fairways and green. Try your luck at a weekly raffle or enjoy the free live music every Friday and Saturday night, or late Sunday afternoon. The kids are welcome too with a play room to keep them entertained! If you have a wedding, conference or event, look no further than the ABIA award winning Scarborough Function Centre. The Club's dedicated function and wedding coordinators will be there to help every step of the way. The Club offers a championship 18-hole golf course, award winning Fairways Function Centre and a fully stocked pro shop all within a family friendly, fun and relaxed atmosphere. The golf course is considered to be one of the best in NSW outside the metropolitan area and strikes a perfect balance between offering a challenge to the golf enthusiast, yet providing a relaxing stroll through native bushland, natural wetlands and manicured fairways all year round.

East Maitland NSW

2.9 km away

Morpeth Avenue of Trees

Natural Attractions

Morpeth Avenue of Trees

The picturesque Avenue of Trees is located off Edward Street, Morpeth. This hidden spot is beyond the play space area and is the perfect location for family or even wedding photos with plenty of space to move and shade making it a photographers dream location. It is a beautiful back drop for any occasion, simply amazing.

Morpeth NSW

2.9 km away

Morpeth Common — Image credit: Maitland City Council

Natural Attractions

Morpeth Common

Ray Lawler Reserve, referred to as Morpeth Common is a beautiful park in historic Morpeth. Lovely lawn areas, a delightful avenue of trees and small ponds are home to a number of bird species and a great place for family outings and picnics. The park is often used for family photographs and is often booked for wedding ceremonies and birthday parties. Facilities include play equipment, parking and toilets.

Morpeth NSW

2.9 km away

St James' Anglican Church

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

St James' Anglican Church

The Anglican Parish of St James at Morpeth is one of the oldest in Australia, consecrated on December 31, 1840, with St. James as its Patron, by William Broughton, the first Bishop of Australia. In the early 1860s, the architect Edmund Blacket added the sanctuary and sacristy, the chancel arch and the carved stone pulpit. In 1874 the church suffered major damage from a fire in the roof and another architect, Mr John Horbury Hunt, oversaw the repairs. Hunt included the walls of the Nave in the repairs removed the original internal brick lining to these walls, and built the new ‘hammer beam’ style of roof, which resembles the hull of a timber ship. This is the roof framing that is still visible today. The church warmly welcomes visitors and is generally open for private prayer worship from 9am until 4pm daily.

Morpeth NSW

3.1 km away

Heritage Gardens - Cafe

Shopping and Markets

Flower Power Heritage Gardens

Experience the Hunter's leading retail nursery, Flower Power Heritage Gardens. The nursery offers the region's largest selection of plants and trees and a team of experienced horticulturists who provide expert advice and the inspiration you need to achieve your dream garden. Nestled in the heart of the nursery is a beautiful licensed café, serving a chef-prepared seasonal menu, high teas and onsite function facilities are also available. The hours listed are for the cafe's operating times.

Ashtonfield NSW

3.1 km away

Morpeth Heritage Walk past Illalaung Park — Image credit: Maitland City Council

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Morpeth Heritage Walk

The Morpeth Heritage Walk is the perfect way to discover the vibrant history of Morpeth. Walk in the footsteps of early Australians, locate the markers and read the intriguing stories and history of buildings dating back to the mid 1800s. Take a journey to 25 significant sites in the heritage listed town, which tells the story of Morpeth through the eyes of key characters and through the streets and buildings that echo Morpeth's past. The town was planned on private land at the time when river trade was essential to supplying Sydney and the newly settled region of the Hunter with produce. You can grab your copy from the Maitland Visitor Information Centre or download online from the MyMaitland website. The tour is also available on the 'Maitland Walks' App, which can be downloaded on both the App Store and Google Play. The Morpeth Heritage Walk is an initiative of Maitland City Council.

Morpeth NSW

3.3 km away

'Rugs'

Landmarks and Buildings

'Rugs' Mural in Morpeth

Hand painted by local artist Patricia Van Lubeck, 'Rugs' is an artwork that covered up to about 200 square metres. See all four remaining rugs painted on Berkley Street in the historic township of Morpeth. 'Rugs' was commissioned by Maitland City Council as part of the 'Morph It' program, funded by the NSW Government.

Morpeth NSW

3.4 km away

Miss Lily's Lollies — Image credit: Maitland City Council

Shopping and Markets

Miss Lily's Lollies

Miss Lily's Lollies is located in a small quaint street in the historical town of Morpeth. Established in 1996, this quirky lolly shop is home to a tantalising range of sweets from all over the globe, including giant lollipops, liquorice, American Candy, Aussie Cobbers, English Sweeties and Humbugs. Miss Lily's Lollies also makes homemade fudge which visitors can observe being made before them fresh in store. With so many options available, Miss Lily's Lollies brings out the inner child in everyone.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Maison Hotel — Image credit: Princess Bazaar

Shopping and Markets

Princess Bazaar

With a presence spanning over two decades, Princess Bazaar is a distinguished ladies' boutique located in the heart of Morpeth,a historic township in the Hunter Valley, NSW. Specialising in exclusive items not commonly available elsewhere, the boutique features curated labels from the United States, Great Britain, Spain, France, Canada, and numerous Australian designers. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, Princess Bazaar emphasises colour and texture throughout its collection. The boutique offers a strong selection of denim and is recognised for having some of the best jeans in the Hunter Valley. Whether seeking an elegant cocktail dress, attire for a formal event, high-quality denim, smart casual ensembles, or distinctive one-off pieces, Princess Bazaar provides options to suit various needs. Conveniently situated just 40 minutes from Newcastle and the Pokolbin vineyards, or a two-hour drive from Sydney, Princess Bazaar offers visitors a unique shopping experience in Morpeth, a destination well worth visiting.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Morpeth Antique Jewellery Gallery

Shopping and Markets

Morpeth Jewellery Gallery

Located in the main street of Morpeth, Morpeth Jewellery and Watches gallery aims to make every shopping experience a pleasure by offering a personal and professional service. Pop in and have a look at their fantastic contemporary, antique and vintage jewellery. In house you will greet their jeweller, Tom, who has over fifty years experience in this family business. You may find that gift for someone special.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Morpeth Riverside Walk — Image credit: Maitland City Council

Natural Attractions

Morpeth Riverside Walk

The newly developed shared walking and cycling pathway at Morpeth provides scenic views of the Hunter River. Winding along the banks of the Hunter River, the pathway features a 70m long boardwalk, with a track that goes underneath Morpeth Bridge. The pathway is a peaceful walk through nature. The pathway connects Robert Street to Illalaung Park, and is the first stage of what will eventually be a shared path from Morpeth to Walka Water Works.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Morpeth Bridge — Image credit: Maitland City Council

Landmarks and Buildings

Morpeth Bridge

Morpeth Bridge is a timber truss bridge that spans the Hunter River at Morpeth. The bridge is listed on the state heritage register and is assessed as being nationally significant, primarily based on its technical and historical characteristics. Local campaigning for a bridge began as early as 1870 but was not successful until tenders were called in the Government Gazette, on 17 August 1896 for 8200 pounds. Work on the bridge began in November 1896 and the bridge was constructed over three years, officially opening on 15 June 1898 by Minister for Works Mr JH Young and christened by Mayoress Mrs R Sim. Percy Allan designed the bridge and Samuel McGill built the bridge for 8855 pounds. The bridge is highly valued by the local community and is important to the history of Morpeth and the expansion of the road network throughout NSW in the late 19th century. Morpeth Bridge is one of 15 historic bridges constructed before 1905 in the Hunter region today. It is the oldest surviving example of an overhead-braced Allan truss road bridge in service and is one of three surviving overhead braced timber truss road bridges in New South Wales. Visit after dark to appreciate the Morpeth Bridge lights that were installed during Morpeth Bicentenary Commemorations and light up with different colours to signify various commemorations.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Morpeth Ginger Beer and Gourmet Foods — Image credit: Maitland City Council, DNSW

Shopping and Markets

Campbells Store Morpeth - Ginger Beer and Gourmet Foods

Located in Campbell's Store in the historical town of Morpeth. Morpeth Ginger Beer and Gourmet Foods will have all of your taste buds excited. Watch as your cordial is brewed and packaged using retro equipment. First, the bottles are stirred by hand and bottled at a maximum of only four at a time, before they are labelled individually and packed into cartons. Be sure that your taste buds will be satisfied with the ability to choose from original, as well as twelve other delicious fruity flavours. In store there is also a large range of other gourmet foods, including over 150 varieties of homemade jams, pickles, chutneys and honey. Relive memories from your childhood by tasting some of their delicious lollies and delicious fudge. Online shopping available.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Morpeth Emporium

Shopping and Markets

Morpeth Emporium

Morpeth Emporium is a ladies shopping destination. Situated in the charming village of historic Morpeth in the Hunter Valley New South Wales. The boutique features a diverse collection of international and homegrown labels that are unique and affordable. From weddings or races to comfy casual looks, Morpeth Emporium can outfit you from head to toe with fascinators and shoes to match. Morpeth Emporium pride itself on customer service and recognising the needs of the interstate and time poor customers. Check out their online store where you can browse and choose from their entire collection.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Campbell's Store

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Campbell's Store

Campbell's Store is a multi-award winning building that has been lovingly restored to its original splendour. It is a shopping experience like no other. Leisurely explore this vast complex that is full of a wide range of specialty shops. The original sandstone building is now home to Morpeth Antique Centre, featuring 25 dealers, Morpeth Ginger Beer Factory & Gourmet Foods, Morpeth Gift Gallery and Morpeth Investment Art Gallery. The store is open from Thursday to Sunday, where you will be treated to free ginger beer tastings with 12 flavours to choose from. Fudge, nuts and honey tastings also await, as well as 134 varieties of homemade jams to try. Friendly old fashioned service awaits at Campbell's Store. Play a hum drum or try on an Akubra hat. Free group tours are available during opening hours.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Morpeth Antique Centre within the Campbell's Store complex — Image credit: Maitland City Council

Shopping and Markets

Morpeth Antique Centre

Morpeth Antique Centre is housed within the 185 year old renowned Campbell's Store on the corner of Morpeth's main street. Discover the wares of numerous dealers, specialising in tools, chintz and china, nautical, depression glass, Australian and Moorcroft pottery, jewellery, garden gear, dolls, bears, buttons, cordial bottles, militaria, linen, lace, vintage fashion and collectables, interesting books, vinyl, collectable ceramics and everything in between. Online shopping available.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Robinson Ordinance

Shopping and Markets

Robinson Ordinance

Robinson Ordinance is a unique store in Morpeth which showcases a range of militaria, vintage advertising, art and craft and industrial boho, which would make the perfect addition to your shed or mancave. This shop will take you back in time, with a wide range of collectables, such as tin toys, diecast, antique arms and cannon restoration rebuilds.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

von Lilianstein Antiques & Fine Jewellery

Shopping and Markets

von Lilianstein Antiques and Fine Jewellery

Enter the world of Georgian to contemporary fine jewellery and clothing at von Lilianstein Antiques and Fine Jewellery. The owner, Diane Green's intriguing story starts with her great grandfather, Henry Green, who started the South African Diamond and Mineral Mining Company (De Beers) and married Countess von Lilianstein. Diane has lived on three continents whilst growing up and was fortunate to observe some of the most exquisite jewels and workmanship, which she endeavours to emulate. Flanked on each side of the gems are beautiful formal gowns and weekend ware, with inspirational accessories.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

Illalaung Park — Image credit: Maitland City Council

Parks and Gardens

Illalaung Park

Named after the Wonnarua word for the area around Morpeth, Illalaung Park has tiered gardens and lawns leading down to the Hunter River. With great views of the historic Morpeth Bridge, it is an excellent spot to take a break from the shops and attractions of Swan Street, Morpeth, with a coffee at the picnic tables. Take a leisurely stroll along the Hunter River with easy access to Stage 1A of the Morpeth to Walka Shared Pathway.

Morpeth NSW

3.5 km away

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