This 1908 map of Newcastle, NSW captures the city and its surroundings at a turning point in its history. Featuring the Parish of Newcastle, the winding course of the Hunter River, and the wide, undeveloped reach of Fullerton Cove, it presents the region before modern infrastructure reshaped the landscape.
Drawn with the crisp detail typical of early 20th-century cartography, this print shows more than just roads and rivers — it reflects the early layout of a city that was rapidly growing into a key industrial and maritime hub. Coal, rail, and river trade were already defining the area, and this map records the bones of that transformation.
Ideal for anyone with a connection to Newcastle or a love of historical prints, this piece brings local heritage into your space with understated character. Whether you're styling a study, gifting to a history enthusiast, or building out a wall of vintage maps, it brings depth, texture, and a clear sense of place.
Fun Fact:
Before Newcastle Harbour became the region’s dominant port, Fullerton Cove was once considered as a possible site for major deepwater shipping, thanks to its natural access and navigable waters.
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.