Only 2 hours from Sydney, 30 minutes from the port city of Newcastle and only 15 minutes from the Hunter wine country, Maitland lies in the heart of the Lower Hunter where the Hunter River and its tributaries join. It is a city rich in heritage, stately mansions, fine civic buildings and magnificent churches.
In the mid to late 1800's Maitland was a thriving centre to rival Sydney as the potential capital of New South Wales. Maitland celebrates its past as one of Australia's oldest areas, during Heritage Month each year. Many stately homes are open for inspection. There are events, exhibitions and concerts throughout the 4 weeks.
There is also Steamfest, a train enthusiast's delight. Steam trains converge on Maitland station offering loco journeys and the Great Train Race. There are miniature traction engine rides and all manner of train related activities and displays. Throughout the year Maitland holds excellent drama and music concerts. There are also exhibitions at the Maitland City Art Gallery and other private galleries throughout the area. Grossman House is a National Trust gem, for a trip back to yesteryear. Maitland Markets, held on the first Sunday of the month are a popular event.
There are modern shopping areas and malls for all your needs, with accessible parking facilities. Accommodation ranges from motel, hotel, apartments and cottages to bed and breakfast facilities. A caravan park and camping amenities are also available. There are delightful recreational facilities including the historic Walka Water Works, set in parklands and bird sanctuary.
Maitland has a population of approximately 54,000. It has a small aircraft airport and enjoys excellent CountryLink and CityRail train services and private coach services. The local newspaper, the Maitland Mercury, printed since 1843, is one of the oldest remaining Australian newspapers.
Temperatures for Maitland
Maitland has hot summer temperatures. The summer high temperature for Maitland is approximately 30 °c. The summer low temperature is approximately 17 °c.
Maitland has mild winter temperatures. The winter high temperature for Maitland is approximately 17 °c. The winter low temperature is approximately 6 °c.
MONTH
LOW °c
HIGH °c
January
17
30
February
17
29
March
15
27
April
12
24
May
8
20
June
7
17
July
5
16
August
6
18
September
8
21
October
11
25
November
14
28
December
16
30
Featured Maitland Activities
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Sky Blazer Pitts Special Aerobatic Flight(EX1865) (Historic Plane) Experience the ultimate in aerobatics in our fabulous Pitts Special Biplanes - the Ferrari of the sky. Our Sky Blazer Pitts Special Aerobatic Flight is an experience that will be remembered forever.
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Scenic Wine Country Flight in a Pitts Special Biplane(EX1932) (Historic Plane) This 30 minute Pitts Special Biplane flight cuts straight to the action! Feel the exhilaration of flying like the Redbull Air Racers!!
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Pitts Special Biplane Adrenaline Shot Flight(EX1933) (Historic Plane) This 15 minute Pitts Special Biplane flight cuts straight to the action! Feel the exhilaration of flying like the Redbull Air Racers!!...
Purchase this DVD that captures the sweeping contrasts of New South Wales. Includes footage of the Great Dividing Range to Bathurst, Goulburn and Albury, through the rich grazing lands.
Marvel at Dubbo's Western Plain Zoo and discover the rare opal at Lightning Ridge. Explore the Ghost Towns and outback city of Broken Hill and admire the splendour of the Menindee Lakes in the Kinchega National Park.
Investigate the Minnamurra Rainforest and enjoy the waterfalls of the Illawarra Plateau. Explore the snowfields of the Snowy Mountains, Mt Kosciusko and traverse the Murray River from the Alpine headwaters to Lake Hume. Moving on to the Southern Coast of New South Wales and the panoramic vistas's of Jervis Bay, the famous Blow Hole at Kiama and north to Port Macquarie, Coffs Harbour and Byron Bay.
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