Hunter Living Histories

Pindimar: The Once and Future Australian “City of Peace”

February 10, 2026

This archival research guide containing the archival and rare book resources relating to Pindimar consulted on the day (6th February 2026) was prepared by Gionni Di Gravio OAM, University Archivist as a preliminary overview for the University of Newcastle’s Architect Master Level Students. We wish to acknowledge the research work of Mr Kevin McGuiness whose … More Pindimar: The Once and Future Australian “City of Peace”

1934 Singer 9 Sports 4 Seater Car as Constructed in Newcastle (Australia) [Re-visioned from News-clipping using ChatGPT]

John Sointu and Singer Car Bodies in Newcastle – a chronology (2026)

February 4, 2026

John Sointu and Singer Car Bodies in Newcastle – a chronology (2026). Compiled by Robert Watson Read the FREE ebook here: https://livinghistories.newcastle.edu.au/nodes/view/119001 Introduction In Newcastle, between 1936 and 1939, a Finnish family were making car bodies for imported British Singer car chassis. This paper presents newspaper content, in chronological order, covering their lives. The single … More John Sointu and Singer Car Bodies in Newcastle – a chronology (2026)

Hunter Living Histories February Showcase

January 30, 2026

Forthcoming Hunter Living Histories Showcase Monday, 2 February 2026, 1.00pm-2.30pm ZOOM link HERE Join us at 1.00pm-2.30pm for the University Library’s monthly Hunter Living Histories showcase. All Welcome. WHERE: via (ZOOM link HERE) or in person Room L326, Auchmuty Library, Callaghan Campus, Newcastle. (See ONLINE MAP) WHEN – Monday 2 February 2026 (1.00pm-2.30pm) Afternoon Tea will be provided for … More Hunter Living Histories February Showcase

From Newcastle, With Love. Many Loves, One Timeless Message. Concept poster generated through idea through Prompt Cowboy, design by ChatGPT. (Generated by Gionni Di Gravio)

From Newcastle, With Love: Many Loves, One Timeless Message. (World Exhibition in Prep)

January 22, 2026

This is a proposed ideas overview of our forthcoming exhibition, to encourage participation and discussion and involvement across the University of Newcastle staff, students and its regional communities. We will populate the post with examples of imagery and stories from the archives and collections as the ideas evolve. From Newcastle, With Love: Many Loves, One … More From Newcastle, With Love: Many Loves, One Timeless Message. (World Exhibition in Prep)

UON60: Decades of History

December 16, 2025

In celebration of the University’s 60th Anniversary, please enjoy these videos detailing the six decades of history and key milestones of the University of Newcastle. Special thanks to our Career-Ready Placement students, NBN Television, the GLAMx Lab at the University of Newcastle Library and The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia. 1965-1975: Autonomy This … More UON60: Decades of History

Vera Deacon Rings Bell to Start Amazing Race

Remembering Dr Vera Deacon OAM (2026) – Call for Contributions

December 8, 2025

A community Festschrift, a collected volume of stories, memories and scholarly essays, along with poetry and other creative biographical forms, will be launched on 19 July 2026, the 100th Anniversary of the birth and in celebration of the life and work of: Dr Vera Deacon OAM (1926-2021) Vera was born & bred on the … More Remembering Dr Vera Deacon OAM (2026) – Call for Contributions

Mt Dangar as seen from Golden Hwy near Sandy Hollow

Who is the “Giant” of Giant’s Leap? Sandy Hollow New South Wales

December 4, 2025

Who is the “Giant” of Giant’s Leap? By Leigh Budden Warning to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People: This brief paper contains historical references to Aboriginal cultural practices ‒ but does not provide secret details about those ceremonies. It mentions reference to historical articles that contain terms or views that were considered appropriate at the … More Who is the “Giant” of Giant’s Leap? Sandy Hollow New South Wales

Hunter Living Histories Annual Report 2025

December 1, 2025

UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE (AUSTRALIA) HUNTER LIVING HISTORIES ANNUAL REPORT 2025 Preserving the Past, Powering the Future: Regional History in the Digital Age Delivered at the Hunter Living Histories Showcase 1 December 2025. Statistics updated in January 2026. This HLH Report was a generated by asking three AI language models (ChatGTP, Gemini, Claude), with the assistance … More Hunter Living Histories Annual Report 2025

Interview with Mary Stewart (nee Henery) who was one of the first graduates from the University of Newcastle (Australia) 27th June 2025. Interviewed at the Auchmuty Library, Callaghan Campus, University of Newcastle (Australia)

UON60: An Early University Graduate shares her Story

December 1, 2025

An Early Graduate’s Story: Interview with Mary Stewart (1962-1966) A detailed interview with Mary Stewart (nee Henery) , one of the first graduates of the University of Newcastle (Australia). Conducted on June 27, 2025, at the Auchmuty Library, Callaghan Campus, the discussion explores her formative student years (1962–1966), early career choices, and subsequent academic and … More UON60: An Early University Graduate shares her Story

UON60: School of Architecture Callaghan Campus

November 30, 2025

By Lisa Pritchard (UoS Masters Museum & Heritage studies) I arrived as an intern from University of Sydney to meet Dr Ann Hardy and Gionni di Gravio (Archivist) from the Special Collections Library at the Auchmuty Library. My project was to research and participate in a collaborative architectural project. The celebration of Newcastle University Callaghan … More UON60: School of Architecture Callaghan Campus