On this page members of the Maitland and District Historical Society are sharing their research into a variety of aspects of the history of our locality. New stories will be added as they become available.

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Chas Keys 14/1/22 Chas Keys 14/1/22

Thomas Dimmock, printing entrepreneur

The evolution of the Thomas Dimmock family printing business in High St, Maitland.

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Gentleman John Smith

John Smith, a convict who made considerable wealth from a business empire he developed in and around Maitland.

Chas Keys and Kevin Short 13/1/22 Chas Keys and Kevin Short 13/1/22

Maitland’s High Street

How High Street in central Maitland originated and developed over 200 years.