Fun facts about Newcastle
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Newcastle was traditionally occupied by the Awabakal and Worimi Aboriginal people, who called the area Malubimba.
Newcastle
Australia
Newcastle, also known as Greater Newcastle, is a large metropolitan area and the second-most-populous such area of New South Wales, Australia.
From the “History” section
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The first consignment of convicts to Newcastle included Irish rebels from the 1804 Castle Hill convict rebellion.
Newcastle
Australia
Newcastle, also known as Greater Newcastle, is a large metropolitan area and the second-most-populous such area of New South Wales, Australia.
From the “History” section
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Newcastle is often quoted as being the seventh-largest city in Australia, but this is misleading as the area extends beyond the City of Newcastle.
Newcastle
Australia
Newcastle, also known as Greater Newcastle, is a large metropolitan area and the second-most-populous such area of New South Wales, Australia.
From the “Demographics” section
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Newcastle has one of the oldest theatre districts in Australia, with the Victoria Theatre being the oldest purpose-built theatre in the country.
Newcastle
Australia
Newcastle, also known as Greater Newcastle, is a large metropolitan area and the second-most-populous such area of New South Wales, Australia.
From the “Culture” section
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The Newcastle Jazz Festival, which attracts performers from all over Australia, was first held in September 1988.
Newcastle
Australia
Newcastle, also known as Greater Newcastle, is a large metropolitan area and the second-most-populous such area of New South Wales, Australia.
From the “Culture” section
Text from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Photo: File:Newcastle from Nobbys (2).jpg: Tim J Keegan derivative work: Georgfotoart · CC BY-SA 2.0