Old Bull Birth Sign Bookmark
Discover which old bull you are by uncovering the meaning of your star sign with this bookmark.
Book – ‘Time Gentleman, Please! : Maitland’s Hotels Past and Present’ by Cynthia Hunter
This study takes a close look at the hotels of Maitland that have played such a colourful part in its history. Much of that colour is directly related to the nexus between the provision of accommodation and the service of alcohol. The book comes with a computer disc inside the back cover.
Book – ‘The Morpeth Story’
Produced by The Morpeth Courthouse, this book explores the last 200 years of Morpeth’s interesting history. The Morpeth Story is one of resistance to hardship through floods and drought, it’s endurance of lawlessness and justice; as well as it’s beauty, charm and opportunity.
Book – ‘Out of the Ordinary: Maitland’s Surprising History by Cynthia Hunter
The book explores many curious and quirky topics that have in one way or another, become part of the fabric of Maitland’s history. ‘Mystery of the Fountains’, ‘An Ill Fated Portrait’ and ‘Lily White’s Stain, From Inventor to Wife Killer’ are just some of the eclectic stories which feature in the book.
Book – ‘Out Of The Closet: Maitland Water Stories’ by Cynthia Hunter
We are often told Australia is the driest continent on Earth and, more recently that our planet is warming. Will this increase our quest for potable water in the future? This book makes it clear that our ancestors in the Hunter were well aware of the need, and attempts to show what they did about […]
Book – ‘Morpeth Courthouse: A Place of Justice, a Place of Community’ by Ann Beaumont
This book explores the history of Morpeth Courthouse. Built in 1862, the courthouse operated as the justice centre for this historic town which was one of the busiest ports in New South Wales. Learn about the processes involved in its erection, including the determination and speed of its architect, Mortimer Lewis Junior.  This book also […]
Book – ‘Limerick Lunacy’ by Annie Dennerley
Written by local Annie Dennerley and illustrated by her son Brendan Dennerley, this book is bound to give you a grin ear to ear with limericks to help you find the realm of eccentric and impausible.Â
Book – ‘Hay Barns & Dairy Buildings’
Maitland City Council approached Clive Lucas, Stapleton and Partners to undertake a historical study of rural outbuildings in the Maitland region. The study was commissioned in recognition of the importance of Maitland’s cultural landscape and the need to assess the significance of surviving rural structures.
Book – ‘Aurora Borealis to Botany Bay’
This book draws upon local writer, Ken Stone’s interest in colonial history and knowledge of Georgian and Victorian society. Follow this story about living characters, as you follow Sir Edward Parry on his heroic search for a northwest passage; then to Australia’s recently mapped hinterland where he consolidates an Australian Agricultural Company settlement, which comes […]
Bare Nature’s Kin – Soap Strip
Locally made in the Hunter Valley, this soap will leave your skin and soul feeling nourished and alive. All ingredients are organic, harvested through herbs, flowers, seeds and minerals from a local farm in Broke. This soap bar is approximately 7 x 35cm and can be broken up into multiple bars for presents or personal […]