Wyong Town Centre Heritage Walk

History Podcasts

Take a fascinating walking tour around the historic Wyong town centre learning about its post settlement establishment and development giving you a peek into life over 100 years ago. The walk follows five interpretive heritage signs and starts at the western entrance to Wyong Railway Station adjacent to the taxi rank then follows the Pacific Highway before heading up Alison Road. Afterwards you might like to take some time to read more about Wyong's history on the mural located in Hely Street opposite the Chapman building and stop for refreshments at one of the town's many eateries. Proudly brought to you by Central Coast Council in partnership with the Wyong Family History Group.

Location:

United States

Genres:

History Podcasts

Description:

Take a fascinating walking tour around the historic Wyong town centre learning about its post settlement establishment and development giving you a peek into life over 100 years ago. The walk follows five interpretive heritage signs and starts at the western entrance to Wyong Railway Station adjacent to the taxi rank then follows the Pacific Highway before heading up Alison Road. Afterwards you might like to take some time to read more about Wyong's history on the mural located in Hely Street opposite the Chapman building and stop for refreshments at one of the town's many eateries. Proudly brought to you by Central Coast Council in partnership with the Wyong Family History Group.

Language:

English

Episodes

Sign 5 - Enlightenment - Wyong Heritage Walk

9/15/2021

Located on the corner of Rankens Court and Bakers Lane, sign 5 describes the establishment of the spiritual and educational institutions in the district and explores the histories of the Wyong Public School and Methodist Church.

Duration:00:03:28

Sign 4 - Memorial - Wyong Heritage Walk

9/15/2021

Located on the corner of Alison Road and Ranken's Court, sign 4 considers Wyong's contribution to war and the establishment of the War Memorial. It also explores the history of local landmark, Chapman's Store and its significant role in supplying and delivering goods to the Wyong district.

Duration:00:02:41

Sign 3 - Vanished - Wyong Heritage Walk

9/15/2021

Located on the corner of Alison Road and Margaret Streets this sign showcases the history of demolished cultural and commercial buildings including Lloyd's Blacksmiths, the Astor Theatre, the first Post Office, the Literary Institute and the establishment of the Courthouse

Duration:00:03:33

Sign 2 - Commerce - Wyong Heritage Walk

9/15/2021

Located at the intersection of Alison Road and the Pacific Highway, sign 2 explores the streetscape evolution of Wyong's principal commercial thoroughfares, its mix of businesses and the survival of its historical facades.

Duration:00:02:46

Introduction - Wyong Heritage Walk

9/15/2021

A brief overview of the post settlement history of Wyong and the Heritage Walk

Duration:00:01:31

Sign 1 - Railway Square - Wyong Heritage Walk

9/15/2021

Located at the western entrance to Wyong Railway Station, sign 1 examines Wyong Station's role as a transport hub that fostered the district's timber-cutting industry after 1887 and the establishment of significant commercial and retail buildings at Railway Square

Duration:00:07:01