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Lovedale is a locality in the Hunter Valley of New South Wales.[2][3] It is two hours from Sydney, 30 minutes from Newcastle, and is connected to the Hunter Expressway.[4] The name is believed to be a combination of one of the early European families, the Loves, with the memories of the hills and dales of Yorkshire.[5] At the 2016 census, it had a population of 485.[1]
| Lovedale New South Wales | |
|---|---|
  Lovedale Location in New South Wales | |
| Coordinates | 32°46′54.3″S 151°23′04.1″E |
| Population | 485 (2016 census)[1] |
| Postcode(s) | 2325 |
| Location |
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| LGA(s) | City of Cessnock |
| Region | Hunter |
| County | Northumberland County |
| Parish | Allandale |
| State electorate(s) | Cessnock |
| Federal division(s) | Hunter |
A major wine producing area since the 1800s when wheat and general produce farming turned to grapes,[5] James Busby was vital in establishing the Hunter Valley as a key wine region by purchasing many properties in and around the Lovedale area.[5] European settlement can be traced back to 1825 with significant land grants along Black Creek.[5]
It is famous for the Lovedale Long Lunch which is a two-day festival held in May.[6]
Rothbury Cemetery is an Anglican cemetery dating back to 1851.[5] Joseph Broadbent Holmes established the land in 1842.[7] His house hosted church services until 1867.[7] Alfred Glennie offered two acres for a churchyard and fifty pounds towards the cost of a church on 12 August 1886.[7] St Paul was opened by William Tyrrell on 15 December 1867. The church no longer stands on the site and its timber was purchased by Errol Mears to build a dairy shed.[7] It is still used as a public cemetery by Cessnock City Council.[7]
Emma's Cottage is a historic home.[5]
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