DESTINATION: Singleton

This Hunter River town is 77km NW of Newcastle and historically has been the business centre for a rich dairying district. Beneath the farms are huge coal seams that have been mined since the beginning of the 19th century. More recently open-cut mining, supplying steaming and coking coals has transformed the region.

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Rose Point Park, beside the Hunter River, is the location of Singleton's Bicentennial Sundial. The sundial was a gift from a local mine and is reputed to be the largest of its kind in the world. There are many historical buildings in town. Some of the earliest are the Post Office and the Court House both built in 1841 and now occupied by the Historical Museum.

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The vineyards of the Lower and Upper Hunter are within easy reach of Singleton. Singleton is also ideally located as a stepping-off point for exploration of the largest wilderness area in New South Wales, Wollemi NP. The area also boasts some of the region's most beautiful scenery. Lake St Clair lies 26km NE of Singleton and is a wonderful recreation area, ideal for waterskiing, sailing and fishing. A picnic area, approximately 8km from the dam wall, has an electric BBQ, toilets and hot showers. Overnight camping is allowed.

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Region: Hunter

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A scenic 2hr (180km) drive from Sydney, the Lower Hunter is one of Australia's premier wine-producing regions. The first vines were planted as far back as 1832 and medals for Hunter wines were won as early as 1882. Today, there are over 90 wineries, large and boutique, and many restaurants. Although only around 5% of Australia's wine comes from here, the Hunter is home to some of the most respected wineries, including Draytons, Lindemans, Tyrrells and Tulloch. While the region is bursting with natural beauty, seams of high quality coal are found throughout the valley. Coal mining has been a pillar of the local economy, although the current focus is on wine tourism. Maitland is a main centre for the region and has a rich heritage, being one of colonial Australia's most important towns. more

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