The Earp Gillam Bond Store was formerly home to Earp Gillam & Co, one of many early merchant companies which were founded on Newcastle's 19th-century trade industry. (Source)
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Newcastle Customs House was erected in response to the economic and trade boom of the 19th century (Source)
Newcastle was hit particularly hard by recessions in the early 1980s and early 1990s. As of 2010, however, the region has experienced particular economic strength through increased diversification and high commodity prices. (Source)
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Newcastle's East End from Fort Scratchley (Source)
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Newcastle Harbour, a major area for trade and industry (Source)