Step inside Cintra House Maitland’s crown jewel and a sprawling 31-room Victorian Italianate masterpiece. Built in 1878 during the height of the “Boom style,” this isn’t just a mansion—it’s a living, breathing timeline of Maitland itself. More than Just Bricks and Mortar Here’s why Cintra House is more than just “bricks and mortar”: A Grand … More Cintra House: A Legacy of Love Film
What Is Newcastle Generations of Pride? Newcastle: Generations of Pride is a documentary film about the LGBTQI+ history of Newcastle Australia; told by those who lived it. This film chronicles the lived experiences of Newcastle’s gay community across decades. From the dark days of persecution to the bright moments of celebration; it captures … More Newcastle: Generations of Pride Film
Restoring The Birdwood Flag: From Fragments to the Community By Dr Amir Moghadam, Special Collections & Archives, University of Newcastle Remembering is not just an activity concerned with the past, but also with the present and future. Questions of how we imagine the future have gained particular urgency in recent times as democracies are in … More Restoring The Birdwood Flag: From Fragments to the Community
The Very First ANZAC Day, Brisbane 1916 The very first Anzac Day was held in Brisbane in 1916 and the commemoration was adopted across the country a year later. ANZAC Day’s First Bugler The man who played the Last Post on that Anzac Day was named Herbert (a.k.a. “Jerry”) Barnes. He later worked … More Search for Brisbane’s First ANZAC Day Bugler: Sergeant Herbert “Jerry” Barnes of Raymond Terrace
Historical Significance People often forget that at the turn of the 19th century, the Port of Newcastle was the 5th busiest port in the entire world. There were times when the Harbour was filled with over a hundred sailing ships and other vessels. Newcastle was a major coal hub for the rest of the world, … More Newcastle Maritime Museum Collection: A Treasure Trove of the Past
What do we remember about polio? Poliomyelitis as a case study in Australian health histories View the presentation recorded on 25 March 2026 in Room L326, Auchmuty Library. This talk presents early findings from Professor Coleborne’s new research into the Australian experience of poliomyelitis (polio) in the middle of the twentieth century. It examines what … More What do we remember about polio?
Hunter Living Histories Showcase Monday, 13 April 2026, 1.00pm-2.30pm Join us at 1.00pm-2.30pm for the University Library’s monthly Hunter Living Histories showcase. All Welcome. WHERE: via (Join Zoom Meeting) or in person Room L326, Auchmuty Library, Callaghan Campus, Newcastle. (See ONLINE MAP) WHEN –  Monday 13 April 2026 (1.00pm-2.30pm) Afternoon Tea will be provided for those attending in person … More Hunter Living Histories Showcase – 13 April 2026
Update as of 22 April 2026 This conversation may look a little different from what was originally outlined, so we can make sure your feedback has the greatest impact. As we discussed at our last meeting, now that the University’s Strategic Plan has been released, this gives us the foundation we’ve been waiting for to … More Looking Ahead 2030 Towards A Better World
“Gold Is The Colour At Black Hill” By Athel D’Ombrain Black Hill is a small farming area about seven miles south of Maitland, N.S.W. and notable for about seven orchards tucked away in the midst of fairly dense eucalypts. It is notable for a particular reason, for this is the one place in Australia … More “Gold Is The Colour At Black Hill” By Athel D’Ombrain
Dr Amir Moghadam, Special Collections Introduction On Monday, 9 March 2026, Gionni, Davina, and I hosted a visit from Bishop Tyrell Anglican School in the Special Collection. We welcomed 25 Year 11 and 12 students. Thank you to Davina for preparing the space. The group spent 45 minutes exploring our Greek and Roman objects. Of … More Collections Update: Bishop Tyrrell Anglican School Visit to special collections