Mariners WalkHeritage Trail
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The Mariners Walk Heritage Trail commemorates the history of Port Stephens’ mariners through interpretative displays and signage in Soldiers Point and Salamander Bay.
The project was instigated by the Port Stephens Historical Society and made possible due to a grant from the National Maritime Museum and funding from the NSW State Government Community Builders Program.
The project is proudly supported by the Soldiers Point - Salamander Bay Landcare 355c Committee, the Mambo Wanda Wetlands Reserves & Landcare 355c Committee and the Lions Club of Soldiers Point and Port Stephens Council.
HMAS Australia - Image from Australian National Maritime Museum Collection
For detailed information about this project and each heritage sign visit: www.portstephenscouncil.com.au
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Johnny’s Well, Seaview Crescent
The Cromarty Family and the Navel Base Lands, 10 Seaview Crescent
The Mariners Walk Heritage Trail is an easy* 40 minute walk along a stunning foreshore for approximately 3.3km and provides an opportunity to learn more about the facinating maritime history of the area.
The Mariners Walk Heritage Trail consists of eight detailed signs showcasing some of the maritime history including the navel significance of the Salamander and Soldiers Point area.
Extensive detail regarding the content of the signs can be found on Council’s website www.heritage.portstephens.nsw.gov.au or by contacting Port Stephens Historical Society directly via facebook www.facebook.com/PortStephensHistoricalSociety; email [email protected] or phone 02 4928 2888.
* Please note part of the trail is not wheelchair or mobility aid friendly.
Wanda Wanda headlandLady Nelson
Captain Cook and other Mariners
Salamander Bay Navel HistoryMW6
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Mambo WetlandsMW7
Charting of Port Stephens - HMS BeagleMW8
Mariners Walk Heritage Trail
For more information visit: www.portstephenscouncil.com.au