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Hunter Wetlands Centre Australia

1 Wetlands Place, Shortland NSW 2307

The story of the Hunter Wetlands Centre Australia is nothing less than inspirational.

Until the mid 1980s this vibrant wetland refuge was a dump in every sense of the word! Over the previous century, the massive Hunter estuary wetland system known as Hexham Swamp had been progressively filled for rubbish, railways and recreation, leaving only fragmented patches of remnant wetlands across the estuary. A significant patch of wetland in Shortland was converted to football fields and a clubhouse. This one-time home ground of the Hamilton Rugby Club was to become the eventual site of the Hunter Wetlands Centre.

Today, Hunter Wetlands Centre Australia is a vibrant wetland ecosystem bursting with life. The site is regarded as a wetland of national and international importance and the centre enjoys a growing reputation for excellence in wetland conservation, education and ecotourism.

This remarkable transformation was due to the determination and persistence of the local community and some far-sighted organisations, who have joined forces to protect and restore this remarkable wetland for the benefit of all who depend on it… and those who simply enjoy it!.

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All Australian Journeys

3 Woodford Place, Thornton NSW 2322

All Australian Journeys is a family owned award winning coach and guided tour travelling organisation that has operated for over 20 years. You can travel with All Australian Journeys all over Australia and internationally, guests are typically over 50 years and enjoy activities such as bushwalking, swimming and other special events. All Australian Journeys has a huge diversity of tours with something for everyone, tours are all inclusive and fully guided so you focus on creating unforgettable memories and making new friends. All Australian Journeys is owned by Robert and Jenny Aitchison; 'Robert's Famous Homemade Morning Teas' are a highlight of their Australian tours. The company was the first national coach tour operator in Australia to carbon offset all emissions. All Australian Journeys is a fully licensed travel agency and can take care of all your travelling requirements.

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Campbells Store Craft Centre

175 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

At the multi-award winning Campbell’s Store Craft Centre at Morpeth in the Hunter Region, shopping is a real experience. Wander at your leisure through specialty stores, an investment art gallery showcasing some of the best of Australia’s artists and enjoy a beautiful afternoon tea in the Servants Quarters Tearooms. You may select from the work of Australia’s most talented all under one roof. The store is open from Thursday to Sunday, where you will be treated to free ginger beer and good old fashioned cordial tasting from the 13 flavours all made on the premises; fudge and honey tasting, and also try both local and Australian homemade jams, chutneys and sauces of which there are 134 varieties. You are sure to find a favourite!

Friendly old fashioned service awaits you in this two story beautifully restored building. Play a hum drum or with a variety of fun and educational wooden toys in the wood shop downstairs in the jam panty. Or try on an Akubra hat. Explore a shop of teddy bears from Steiff to Charlie Bears and a collection of teapots from the very novel to the beautiful. Whatever your taste, you are sure to find something to enjoy!

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Morpeth Wine Cellars and Moonshine Distillery

173 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

Visit Morpeth Wine Cellar and Moonshine Distillery to taste boutique Hunter wines and Morpeth Moonshine. There are two copper pot stills where Morpeth Moonshine is made on-site including Original, Aniseed, Strawberry, Butterscotch and Lemon Moonshine. They also make a Honey liqueur (similar to a Meade) and an Uncut. Taste Rosebrook Estate wines, a selection of Morpeth Wines and Chilli Wine. Morpeth Wine Cellar has bulk Liqueur Verdelho and Liqueur Muscat, Binnorie Labna (yoghurt) and marinated Fetta. Also available are local jams, sauces, vinegars and olive products. Many of these products are available for tasting. Why not pick-up some Kurrajong Native Wild Hibiscus Flowers in syrup. These are a fantastic addition to Champagne. Come in on Monday and Tuesday to purchase some Morpeth Sourdough Bread. Morpeth Wood Fired Pizza is now open on-site. Buy a wine or a beer from Morpeth Wine Cellar and enjoy.

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Australian Alpaca Barn - Morpeth

Central Inn Mews, 135 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

The Australian Alpaca Barn specialises in the sale and promotion of quality Alpaca products manufactured in Australia, New Zealand and Peru. They offer a comprehensive range, designed for the discerning buyer, including coats, throw rugs, bedding, scarves, jumpers, yarn and accessories. The Australian Alpaca Barn is aligned with the top manufacturers of Alpaca in Australia and Peru, allowing them to create and sell the most superior quality Alpaca products from these stunning animals.

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Mortels Sheepskin Factory

1 Weakleys Drive, Thornton NSW 2322

In the early 1700s, the Mortel family began hand crafting footwear in the Netherlands. During these early years special skills and techniques were developed to ensure Mortel products became greatly sought after and respected throughout the country. Frank Mortel (master shoe craftsman) and wife Rita emigrated from the Netherlands in 1956 bringing with them the trade of shoe crafting. Today, the same skills and dedication are exercised by the Mortel factory in the manufacture of an exciting range of premium quality sheepskin products. Mortels Sheepskin Factory is an Australian owned family business located in the Hunter Region. Mortels sheepskins are specially selected from only Australian bred sheep, and then tanned by Australian tanneries before being handcrafted into a Mortel product. Only Mortels Australian sheepskin products combine first quality Australian sheepskins with over 150 years of master crafting. Feel the difference... experience the difference!

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Hunter Region Botanic Gardens

2100 Pacific Highway, Heatherbrae NSW 2324

The Hunter's only Botanic Gardens feature more than 30 hectares of tranquil landscaped gardens displaying the beauty and diversity of Australian native flora. There are more than 3,000 living specimens in a natural bush setting with eight kilometres of easy tracks and trails. Theme gardens include natives (grevillea, acacia, hakeas, ferns) and exotics (orchids, bromeliads and an amazing succulent and cacti garden). The result of community initiative and run by volunteers, the gardens also protects 140 hectares of land in the Tomago sand beds catchment area, including two wetland habitats. Plants are cultivated for sale. There is a visitor centre with a cafe and gift shop. There are also a library, herbarium, wildflower walks/trails and an abundance of wildlife.

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Hunter Wetlands Centre

Off the round-about, 412 Sandgate Road, Shortland NSW 2307

The Hunter Wetlands Centre is a conservation sanctuary, with over 200 wildlife species identified on site. Located on 45 hectares of internationally significant wetlands under the Ramsar agreement, it is the perfect nature-based tourism destination to explore, discover and relax and is only 10 minutes from Newcastle central business district, in the Hunter Region of New South Wales. The Hunter Wetlands Centre offers a range of activities for people of all ages ranging from wildlife, walking trails and guided tours, canoeing, segway tours, dip netting, feeding talks, bird watching, events, children's discovery playground and much more. The Hunter Wetlands Centre is a self-funded community owned, not for profit organisation. It is and accredited Visitor Information Centre.

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Duckenfield

Duckenfield, Duckenfield NSW 2321

The town of Duckenfield is located on the banks of the Hunter River surrounded by rich pasture and farmlands. It was originally part of the estate of the wealthy landowner and businessman John Eales from 1799 to 1871. You can still view two of the estate's houses, Berry Park House and Berry House along Duckenfield Road. Duckenfield sits six kilometres from the historic river port of Morpeth and has beautiful views across the plains to the Hunter River. The town and neighbouring Berry Park offer a mix of Georgian architecture and modern housing. The area has bred fine racehorses and is known as a horse-breeding region today....

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Xtreme Go Karts

11 Hartley Drive, Thornton NSW 2322

(02) 49 661 966

Xtreme Go Karts at Thornton near Maitland is unique and as soon as you walk in the difference is apparent, with up to 220 metres of race track, a Corporate Box overlooking the track and a live scoring system. Xtreme Indoor Go Kart racing uses the best barriers/railing system for your safety as well as professionally trained track flag marshals. For those who love the challenge of breaking a new record they also offer a racing league. Birthday Packages, Work Social Events and Weekly School Sports Programs are also available....

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Mortels Sheepskin Factory

1 Weakleys Drive, Thornton NSW 2322

(02) 49 660 990

Since 1958, the Mortel family have been making sheepskin products. You can now visit Mortels purpose built facility for a fully guided factory tour. Experience the sights, sounds and smells of a fully operational manufacturing plant. Watch and learn how their famous UGG boots are made. The tour finishes in store where the very product you have watched being made can be purchased. In addition to the tour you can enjoy coffee, sweets or lunch by their award winning chef at the Café and Gift Gallery and complete your visit by stepping into The Sheep's Back Museum to enjoy the history of the UGG boot and culturally significant stories through the history of sheepskin manufacturing and wool raising throughout Australia. Mortels Sheepskin Factory are proud to be the home of The Big UGG Boots - Australia's iconic UGGs are now a significant landmark that offers a prime photo opportunity! ...

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Morpeth Sourdough

Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

(02) 49 344 148

The original site where William Arnott, the biscuit baker and his brother David baked bread and ship's biscuits in the 1860s. Now owned by Stephen and Allison Arnott, Stephen is following in his great, great, great grandfather's footsteps of producing sourdough bread for the township of Morpeth. Morpeth Sourdough is available at the original shop at the front of the building retailing fresh sourdough from Wednesday to Sunday. Also available is Morpeth Sourdough's new award winning range of premium Muesli, sourdough crispbreads, croutons and yummy European style Gingerbread. The sourdough bread contains only high quality flour, purified water and salt, no additives used, no baker's yeast, preservatives, raising agents, emulsifiers, stabilisers, extenders or bulking agents, so it's good for you. The process is extended dough fermentation and takes 30 hours - known as "real sourdough". Morpeth Sourdough's philosophy of making naturally good products extends to their premium range also....

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The Close Overnight Stays

73 Close Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

(04) 02 020 404

Located in the heart of beautiful Morpeth town and a very short walk to all the heritage attractions of Morpeth, The Close was built in the 1850s has been beautifully renovated with a modern twist, while remaining faithful to the era. The property offers two boutique style accommodation options which when combined accommodate 12 in elegant modern comfort. These are The Close (main house) accommodating eight people, and the Studio@TheClose (studio) accommodating four people. Whether you enjoy them both or individually, The Close is ideal for a weekend away, a week long getaway with family and friends, wedding accommodation, corporate retreats, or for a short term lease for business travellers....

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Campbells Store Craft Centre

175 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

(02) 49 331 407

At the multi-award winning Campbell's Store Craft Centre at Morpeth in the Hunter Region, shopping is a real experience. Wander at your leisure through 15 speciality craft shops, tearoom and an investment art gallery. You may select from the work of over 500 of Australia's most talented crafts people, all under the one roof. The store is open from Thursday to Sunday, where you will be treated to free ginger beer tasting from the 13 flavours, fudge and honey tasting, also come and try the homemade jams, of which there are 134 varieties, so you will find a favourite one. Friendly old fashioned service awaits you in this two storey beautifully restored building. Play a hum drum, a rain stick and with a variety of educational wooden toys in the wood shop. Or try on an Akubra hat. Free group tours are available during opening hours. ...

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Northern Highland Travel Pty Ltd

3 Woodford Pl, Thornton NSW 2322

Savannah on Swan

128–130 Swan St, Morpeth NSW 2321

Morpeth Museum

123 Swan St, Morpeth NSW 2321

Scotty’s Cinema Centre

Cnr Adelaide & Bourke Sts, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324

Hunter River District Golf Association

75 Robert St, Tenambit NSW 2323

Flip Out Thornton Pty Ltd

3 Hartley Drv, Thornton NSW 2322

Xtreme Indoor Go Karts

11 Hartley Drv, Thornton NSW 2322

Hunter Pets

14 Waterloo Ave, Thornton NSW 2322

Dial a Piper

15 Lord Howe Drv, Ashtonfield NSW 2323

Able DJs

6 Warkworth St, Maryland NSW 2287

Thornton Shopping Centre

Cnr Taylor Ave & Thomas Coke Dr, Thornton NSW 2322

MarketPlace Raymond Terrace

35 William St, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324

Newcastle Markets Co-Op

Rural Drv, Sandgate NSW 2304

Australian Alpaca Barn - Morpeth

38490 - Morpeth NSW 2321

The Australian Alpaca Barn is a family owned business specialising in quality products made from alpaca fibre grown in Australia and manufactured in either Australia, New Zealand or Peru. What sets the Australian Alpaca Barn apart is that they not only sell the best quality finished products, they are also involved in growing the fibre. Five kilometres up a mountain in the beautiful area of Lambs Valley their Alpaca Farm, Jacamar Alpacas has grown to a herd of almost 100. Their retail stores are located in the Blue Mountains at Leura, Hunter Valley in Pokolbin at Hunter Valley Gardens and Peppers Creek Village, the historic township of Morpeth, Berrima in the Southern Highlands and in the heart of Sydney’s historic Rocks district. In addition, their online store showcases an extensive range of their finest garments including Alpaca knitwear, coats and capes, shawls, scarves, socks and other accessories, toys and a wonderful homeware line including, throw rugs, blankets, pillows and quilts. For knitters out there, they also stock a considerable range of yarns in various ply’s and textures. ...

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Saint James Anglican Church

19 Tank Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

The Anglican Parish of St James at Morpeth is one of the oldest in Australia, consecrated on December 31, 1840 and with St. James as its Patron, by William Broughton, the first Bishop of Australia. In the early 1860’s 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 and 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 which is still visible today. ...

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Teddy Bears Downstairs and Grandma's Feather Bed

164 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

Teddy Bears Downstairs is an 1830’s sandstone cottage full of Teddy Bears, gollies and their friends. They greet you with the widest smiles! There are pink or blue bears for baby, footie bears, cuddly koalas, jungle and farm animals and huggable pets. At the back is a fragrant gift shop – Grandma’s Feather Bed – with gifts ranging from soaps, aprons, wallets and inspiring books to ornaments, handbags, nighties and fine scarves. ...

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Raworth Tennis Centre

28 Avenue, Raworth NSW 2321

Raworth Tennis Centre sits on a beautiful four acre site, which is also home to the Hunter Morpeth Motel and Villas and both make up The Hunter Tennis Resort. The Tennis Centre operates from five synthetic grass courts. There is also an exercise site adjacent to one court for use by the players as part of their fitness program. Spectators can watch from shady benches or from the Wimbledon Gazebo whilst younger family members are welcome to play in the recently constructed play area with sandpit. They have a fantastic team of coaches! ...

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Duckenfield

39596 - Duckenfield NSW 2321

The town of Duckenfield is located on the banks of the Hunter River surrounded by rich pasture and farmlands. It was originally part of the estate of the wealthy landowner and businessman John Eales from 1799 to 1871. You can still view two of the estate's houses, Berry Park House and Berry House along Duckenfield Road. Duckenfield sits six kilometres from the historic river port of Morpeth and has beautiful views across the plains to the Hunter River. The town and neighbouring Berry Park offer a mix of Georgian architecture and modern housing. The area has bred fine racehorses and is known as a horse-breeding region today....

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TreeTops Newcastle

Road, Minmi NSW 2287

TreeTop Adventure Park consists of 96 challenges in the tree tops, where participants slide down flying foxes, move from tree to tree on suspension bridges and enjoy many other exciting activities up to 20 metres above the forest floor! Within the beautiful site of Blue Gum Hills Regional Park enjoy a unique experience high in the trees. With a large variety of challenges, TreeTop Adventure Park offers a fantastic experience in the tree tops. Most of the challenges are unique, so you can enjoy a great variety of activities. There are 20 flying foxes of different length and height to satisfy everyone. This sensational experience is carried out at your own pace and rhythm, with each course designed with graded levels of difficulty. Blue Gum Hills Regional Park offers plenty of barbecue, covered picnic areas, children playground including a maze and toilets. Come monkey around with them! ...

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MarketPlace Raymond Terrace

35-39 William Street , Raymond Terrace NSW 2324

MarketPlace is the largest retail shopping complex within Raymond Terrace. It is serviced by a Woolworths Supermarket, BWS, Woolworths Petrol, Big W including a complete Garden Centre as well as 42 shops and services. The Centre has been developed with a retail mix that is designed to suit not only the local market but also the expanded markets of Port Stephens and the surrounding areas of the Maitland Local Government Area. The retail focus is on fresh food, takeaway, speciality retail, fashion and financial services supported by friendly and helpful staff to meet all of your shopping needs. MarketPlace provides a venue for local community, sporting and charity groups to meet with the wider community. Raymond Terrace is the commercial centre of Port Stephens and is located, just 30 minutes from either Newcastle or Maitland. Newcastle Airport is a short 15 minute drive from the centre of Raymond Terrace. ...

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Morpeth Ginger Beer and Gourmet Foods

5 Green Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

Here's Cheers! As you taste Ginger beer, just like grandma used to make, brewed on the premises in Morpeth Ginger Beer Factory. Using old fashioned equipment, watch as your cordial is brewed and stirred by hand, bottled just four at a time, labelled individually and packed into cartons ready to deliver to your door. Taste the finished product, there are 12 other fruit flavours to try as well, such as Portello, raspberry, Mango/Orange, Bitter Lemon Lime, Passionfruit. There are also over 150 varieties of homemade jams, pickles, chutneys and honey. Have a taste of them all and also re-live some memories by reminiscing over lollies from your childhood and delicious fudge in nearly a dozen flavours. ...

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The Bearded Woodworker

175 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

Come along to Guil the Bearded Woodworker to witness him create a variety of beautiful hand crafted artisan wooden gifts. His specialty ranges from turned bowls to fountain pens, pens, pocket watches and more. You can find Guil the Bearded Woodworker in the little hut at the back of Campbell's store. ...

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Illalaung Park

134 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

Named after the Wonnarua word for the area around Morpeth, Illalaung Park has tiered gardens and lawn leading down to the Hunter River. With great views of the historic Morpeth Bridge it is an excellent spot to take a short break from the shops and attractions of Swan Street, Morpeth. ...

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Back Creek picnic area

42489 - Minmi NSW 2287

The Back Creek picnic area is a popular place for birthday celebrations and family gatherings. There are free gas barbecues, easily accessible picnic tables and a large field that is perfect for a spot of cricket, football and kite flying. The kids will love this picnic area; there’s a timber maze with an observation deck for you to watch them getting lost and found again and a special mining-themed playground with tunnel and crank-handled conveyor belt for adventurers to get into the spirit of the place. If you feel like exploring the history of the park a little more, you can take the easy walk accross the creek to the pleasant view over Minmi cemetery. Many of the men who worked in the mines were laid to rest here, see if you can find the oldest grave....

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Morpeth Museum

123 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

Morpeth Museum, located at The Courthouse, is centrally located in Swan Street. The State significant building was constructed in 1862 on land donated by Lt E Close – founder of Morpeth. The museum hosts a range of permanent exhibitions that tell the story of Morpeth including the railway, housing, working industries and families. These are supported by a suite of ever changing exhibitions that can focus on different themes of Morpeth and as new and interesting historical elements are discovered or restored. Exhibitions range from early and family history to specific industries as well as the modern perspective. Visitor packages are available for group bookings, including talks, heritage walks and/or morning tea etc. Local family histories are onsite and visitors can research their local roots. School groups are also welcome. Morpeth Museum’s mission is ‘To collect, preserve and interpret the history of Morpeth and district for future generations’. Add Morpeth Museum to your list when you visiting Morpeth to learn the history of the area from friendly and knowledgeable volunteers. ...

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Campbell's Store Craft Centre

175 Swan Street, Morpeth NSW 2321

At the multi-award winning Campbell's Store Craft Centre at Morpeth in the Hunter Region, shopping is a real experience. Wander at your leisure through 15 speciality craft shops, tearoom and an investment art gallery. You may select from the work of over 500 of Australia's most talented crafts people, all under the one roof. There are now selected antiques and collectables to view and purchase in Campbell's Store. The store is open from Thursday to Sunday, where you will be treated to free ginger beer tasting from the 13 flavours, fudge and honey tasting, also come and try the homemade jams, of which there are 134 varieties, so you will find a favourite one. Friendly old fashioned service awaits you in this two storey beautifully restored building. Play a hum drum, a rain stick and with a variety of educational wooden toys in the wood shop. Or try on an Akubra hat. Free group tours are available during opening hours....

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