Wallsend's Heritage Celebrated with Modern Mural already spoken to the owner of the building Wallsend Town Business Association has collaborated with local mural organisation Up&Up Inspirations and It Stands Out (Melbourne) under consultation with Wallsend's Heritage Group and the property owner to design a largescale mural on the side of local MP Sonia Hornery's office in Nelson St Wallsend. Up&Up Inspirations were approached by the Wallsend Town Business Association, who had
with the idea to transform this large blank wall with a colourful mural. The owner's only request was that the mural represent the history of the coal industry in the area. With this information, the artists approached the Wallsend Heritage Group Inc, which presented a series of photographs coupled with information related to the history of Wallsend. In 2024, Wallsend celebrates 150 years of becoming a municipality, and this is a modern way to honour one of Newcastle's most heritage-rich and proud precincts.
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"One important piece of information communicated to the artist was that many people in Wallsend were disappointed that Peter Lewis's 1981 mural was no longer there. Peter's mural was loved by many, and his great work heavily inspired this design," said Wallsend Town Business Association Chair Wayne Rogers. The mural was delivered under the City of Newcastle Special Business Rate Program, with additional funding provided by the Wallsend Town Business Association for completion. "The advocacy of our Business Improvement Associations in engaging with business owners to activate their precincts is vital in supporting Newcastle's thriving business communities such as Wallsend," said Lord Mayor of Newcastle, Cr Nuatali Nelmes. "Special Business Rates (SBR) funding is used for promoting, beautifying and developing our business precincts, delivering innovative and creative projects that directly benefit businesses by attracting visitation and making Newcastle's local centres even better places to eat, drink and shop. Congratulations to Wallsend Town Business Association on delivering this wonderful mural project as part of City of Newcastle's SBR program."
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Little Ritchie is a gorgeous brown tabby cat. Tabbies are known for their playful and friendly personalities, and Ritchie is no different. He loves a good rumble with the other kittens in care, is adventurous, and can’t get enough of his toys. He’s a bit shy at first but will come out of his shell with a little patience. The way to Ritchie’s heart is through his stomach, so keep an eye on your dinner! Ritchie is the perfect addition to any family, but we think he’ll thrive in a quiet home with another cat or a cat-friendly dog. If you are looking for an absolute snuggle bug, look no further, Sage is the girl for you. Sage is a loving girl who thrives on attention and being around her humans. Sage is an active girl and loves going for a walk. All she wants is to be part of the family.
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