This 1910 map of Kempsey, NSW, offers a rare glimpse into the Macleay River district before the region expanded into the rural centre it is today. Detailed with parish boundaries, meandering river bends, and early infrastructure, the map captures the balance between town settlement and the surrounding natural environment.
The layout charts Kempsey at a time when timber and agriculture were the economic backbone, with the Macleay River serving as a vital transport artery. Roads, rail alignments, and property divisions reflect a community growing within the constraints of the landscape.
Ideal for collectors of early Australian maps, or anyone with ties to the Mid North Coast, this archival print delivers both visual interest and historical context. It makes a thoughtful gift, a unique office addition, or a piece of meaningful wall art that tells the story of regional NSW before the modern grid took shape.
Fun Fact:
In the early 20th century, Kempsey was known for having one of the busiest timber ports on the east coast, with logs floated down the Macleay River to waiting ships bound for Sydney and beyond.
What's Included?
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- Printed on premium quality 230gsm paper with archival inks
- Made to order in Melbourne
- Framed with locally sourced sustainable timber
- Framed prints have a white matboard (passepartout)
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Print only prints include a minimum 10mm white border as part of the final print size. Refer size guide here.
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Please note our prints are vintage reproductions, and as such, they may exhibit blemishes, ageing, imperfections, discolouration, and scratches, which we believe reflects their authentic vintage character.
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Please also note that final print colours may vary from what you see on your screen due to how screens display images and individual monitor calibration.Β
