This vintage map print presents the Plan of the Township of Sutton, Redcliff Point — a focused coastal survey of what is now Redcliffe, Queensland. The map documents the foreshore edge and a small number of inland blocks, extending only as far as present-day John Street, reflecting an early emphasis on shoreline access rather than full township coverage.

Undated and attributed to R.S. Hews & Co, the plan captures Redcliff Point at a formative stage, when the settlement was still being defined through its relationship with the bay. The limited scope gives the map its character: a measured strip of coastline, surveyed with intent, before inland expansion reshaped the peninsula.

The township name Sutton — later abandoned — marks a brief chapter in Redcliffe’s naming history, making this map an especially compelling record of a place mid-transition. Quiet and spatially specific, it suits interiors that value history, restraint, and maps that speak through geography rather than ornament.

What's Included?

PRINTED ART: 1

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• Printed on premium quality 230gsm paper with archival inks
• Made to order in Australia
• Framed with locally sourced sustainable timber
• Framed prints have a white matboard (passepartout)
  
• Print only prints include a minimum 10mm white border as part of the final print size. Refer size guide here.
• 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.
  
• 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. 
  

This 1878 vintage map captures the Township of Port Douglas in its earliest form, tracing the general layout and structure of the town rather than individual street names. Shaped by the nearby coast and river inlets, the map shows the pattern of the settlement as it emerged to support the surrounding goldfields and timber industries.

It’s a striking visual record of Port Douglas before it grew into the iconic holiday destination it is today. Perfect for collectors, Queensland history enthusiasts, or anyone drawn to tropical coastal landscapes, this print combines historical intrigue with design appeal, making it a standout addition to any wall or gallery.

Fun Fact:
When this map was created in 1878, Port Douglas had only recently been founded. Its orderly street layout was planned to accommodate future growth, yet much of the surrounding land remained untouched rainforest and wetlands — a dramatic contrast to the bustling town of today.

What's Included?

PRINTED ART: 1

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝘁

• Printed on premium quality 230gsm paper with archival inks
• Made to order in Australia
• Framed with locally sourced sustainable timber
• Framed prints have a white matboard (passepartout)
  
• Print only prints include a minimum 10mm white border as part of the final print size. Refer size guide here.
• 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.
  
• 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. 
  

This 1882 map of Mackay and the then known as South Kennedy District captures North Queensland at a moment when the region was still being shaped on paper as much as on the ground. Created during a period of early settlement and agricultural ambition, the map documents how Mackay was laid out before the city fully emerged.

The Pioneer River threads through the composition, surrounded by early land divisions and township markings that reveal the practical thinking of 19th-century surveyors. There’s a quiet confidence to the layout — purposeful, restrained, and unexpectedly graphic — making it as compelling visually as it is historically.

Today, the map reads less like an artifact and more like a considered design object. It brings a sense of place without nostalgia, working effortlessly in modern interiors while still carrying the weight of regional history. A strong piece for collectors, designers, or anyone with ties to coastal or regional Queensland.

Fun Fact: Before Mackay became synonymous with sugar, the region was promoted as a multi-purpose agricultural frontier. Maps like this were central to that pitch, carefully presenting rivers, land parcels, and access routes to suggest opportunity long before infrastructure caught up

What's Included?

PRINTED ART: 1

𝗔𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗿𝘁

• Printed on premium quality 230gsm paper with archival inks
• Made to order in Australia
• Framed with locally sourced sustainable timber
• Framed prints have a white matboard (passepartout)
  
• Print only prints include a minimum 10mm white border as part of the final print size. Refer size guide here.
• 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.
  
• 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.