Climate change
Mean temperatures are projected to rise by 2 ºC by 2070. The greatest increases are being seen summer and spring. All models show there are no declines in mean temperatures across the Hunter.
Overview
Famous for its vineyards and wines, the Hunter Region includes significant natural areas such as Barrington Tops, plus Aboriginal rock art, historic homesteads and coal-mining heritage sites.
Air quality Last updated at 4:00 pm, 20 May 2019 AEST
The Upper Hunter Air Quality Monitoring Network (UHAQMN) is the regional air quality monitoring network in the Upper Hunter Region.
- Lower Hunter Good
- Central Coast Very Good
Featured threatened species
Common name
Regent Honeyeater
Scientific name
Anthochaera phrygia
Status in NSW
Critically Endangered
Commonwealth status
Critically Endangered
The Regent Honeyeater is a striking and distinctive, medium-sized, black and yellow honeyeater with a sturdy, curved bill. Adults weigh 35 - 50 grams, are 20 - 24 cm long and have a wings-pan of 30 cm. Its head, neck, throat, upper breast and bill are black and the back and lower breast are pale lemon in colour with a black scalloped pattern. Its flight and tail feathers are edged with bright yellow.
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The Bogey Hole
Convict-built ocean baths hewn out of a rock face for the personal use of Major James Morisset in 1819. Photo: Newcastle Tourism
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Aeroplane Hill walking track
Aeroplane Hill walking track has wildlife and wetlands in the sub-alpine region of Barrington Tops National Park. Photo: J.Spencer
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Glenrock mountain biking trails
Spend the day riding your mountain bike on the trails in Glenrock State Conservation Area near Newcastle. Photo: S.Sursok
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Coal River Precinct
The site of convict coalmines and Newcastle's maritime signalling station during the 1800s. Photo: S.Watters
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Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse Keepers' Cottages
Explore the walking tracks, beaches and Sugarloaf Point Lighthouse Keepers’ Cottages in Myall Lakes National Park. Photo: J.Spencer
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Maitland Correctional Centre
Serve some time discovering the Maitland Gaol, hear stories of prisoners and daring escapes. Photo: Maitland City Council
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