Tag: New South Wales
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Steam Tug Waratah (1902) Cruise on Sydney Harbour
Steam Tug Waratah (1902) Cruise on Sydney Harbour The steam tug Waratah, built in 1902, is one of the most significant surviving examples of early twentieth century working vessels in Australia. Operated today by the Sydney Heritage Fleet, the tug offers an important link to the industrial and maritime history of Sydney Harbour. The tug… Read more
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Capybara Encounter Hunter Valley Wildlife Park
Capybara Encounter Hunter Valley Wildlife Park In addition to the usual zoo exhibits, the Hunter Valley Wildlife Park offers a close encounter with a capybara. The capybara is the world’s largest rodent and is native to South America. It lives in groups near rivers, lakes, swamps and other wetlands, where it benefits from abundant vegetation… Read more
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West Wyalong New South Wales
West Wyalong New South Wales West Wyalong grew from a goldfield that attracted miners from across New South Wales in the 1890s. Prospectors quickly explored the district, identifying rich alluvial gold near the Wyalong area. Consequently, tents and makeshift shelters spread across the diggings as fortune seekers arrived. Moreover, small traders opened shops along the… Read more