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Discovery of Coal
Coal was discovered in Australia at the mouth of the Hunter River by William Bryant and his wife Mary who were escaped convicts. -
Discovery of coal in NSW
Coal was discovered on the southern coast of New South Wales near Thirroul by William Clarke. -
The first coal mine was established
The first coal mine was established near the mouth of the Hunter River in Australia -
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Salt
Salt was produced at Newcaslte. The seawter was boiled using coal. -
Permanent settlement
A permanent settle was set up by Govenor King called Newcaslte.