Welcome to Hastings Gateway
Located at the junction of Wauchope railway line and Oxley Highway the Hastings Gateway initiative’s intention is for community participation in the restoration and development of the Wauchope Historic Courthouse, Police Station and Station Masters Residence located at 59 Randall St Wauchope NSW 2446.
Initial Gateway projects are:
- Restoration of the heritage- listed Wauchope Historic Courthouse, Police Station and Station Masters Residence…. currently in action
- Construction of a Memorial Garden around the historic building …first plans drafted
- Cafe construction… remains waiting in the wings!
Some of the future projects are outlined in the “Future Projects” page.
Hastings Gateway is managed by a Board of Directors chosen on the basis of their business and professional skills and with knowledge of local community needs. Community involvement and support is paramount to the restoration and development of the site as a place for the community to come together.
We look forward to welcoming you to the Gateway at an upcoming event, or as a member or volunteer. Please get in touch via hastingsgateway@gmail.com or come along to an open day to say hello!
Next OPEN DAY – Sat 18 May 2024 10am – 2pm
The May Open Day falls on the last day of the National Heritage Festival and offers attendees to learn more about a notable local businessman from the 1900’s – Nicholas Cain.
Nicholas Cain spent a number of years in the Hastings District where he was engaged in the timber industry initially as a timber merchant operating sawmills at Wauchope, Haytown and Newtown. Later Nicholas Cain ventured into shipping, particularly timber cargo, establishing the N. Cain Coastal Cooperative Steamship Company.
Throughout the day, guests will also have the chance to participate in guided tours of the historic Wauchope Station Master’s Residence, thanks to the members of the Wauchope and District Historical Society, gaining insight into its architectural significance and historical significance.
Originally home of the first police station and courthouse in Wauchope, the building became the Station Masters residence with the coming of the rail. Currently there are renovation plans in place to prepare for a new future as a place for the community to come together.
Come along for a walk-through, learn more about the project and find out how you can get involved and support this fabulous local initiative!