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Oxley Highway Tour Echoes Early Explorer Trails
The article recalls John Oxley’s 1818 northeast crossing from Armidale toward Port Macquarie, describing the route with New England forests, impressive tree ferns, and diverse flora. It notes a 13 mile rough stretch, predicts future improvements, and highlights scenic banks of the Hastings River along the modern road to Port Macquarie after 158 miles.
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John Oxley
Iver
Pool Plains
Hind Mall
Armidale
Waleba
Yarrowitch
New England
Yarrowiteh
Yarras
Oxley Highway
New South Wales
Yarrowitel
Yarnix
Wauchope
Port Macquari
Hastings
Port Macquarie