2. Situated at the northern end of Wine Country
Drive, along the New England
Highway, Branxton, Hunter Valley, offers a
range of
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4. The township of Branxton is
situated on the New England
Highway, between Maitland and
Singleton, in the picturesque
Hunter Valley.
With a history dating back to the
early 1800s, Branxton slowly
developed as the Hunter Valley
area was explored and settled
further inland. Several historical
buildings in town stand as a
reminder of its early history
including the Branxton Inn (built in
1862) and several churches
5. perfectly situated for exploring the
wineries and rural countryside of
the Hunter Valley. Internationally
recognised as a premium wine
producing district, the Hunter
Valley features more than 100
wineries. The Lower Hunter is
home to many of the older and
larger wineries based around
Cessnock and Pokolbin, while the
Upper Hunter is dotted with newer
vineyards around Denman Branxton
is and bordered by national parks.
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7. Branxton is located on the New
England Highway between Maitland
and Singleton. While the highway
passes through the centre of the
town, most through traffic will
bypass the town when the Hunter
Expressway is completed.
An infamous road sign on one
approach to the town states that
Branxton has two cemeteries - no
hospital. The sign, erected by the
local Lions Club, is meant to act as a
deterrent to rule-breaking
motorists.[1]
Branxton is located on the Main
Northern railway line and has its own
railway station, which is on CityRail's
Hunter line.
8. The School operates educationally and culturally as one
unit from Kindergarten to Year 6 with a student centred
approach to all teaching and learning activities. An
ambience of caring and interest in children and their
learning has positively developed and been further
enhanced through a community centred environment.
The focus is on developing academic and social
skills, aiming for high achievement. By focussing on
literacy, numeracy and social values we ensure that the
foundations for life long learning are provided for future
enrichment. The school is unique for its environmentally
friendly atmosphere, supportive and active parent
community and programs to cater for individual needs.
The culture and climate is evident in the grounds, the
facilities, the students' work and the teaching and
learning programs. Distance from major centres is not
deterring the wide scope of activities offered such as
excursions, visiting performers, cultural festivals and life
education.
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10. The Branxton House Motel may from
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11. Branxton is at the northern end of
Wine Country Drive and is the northern
gateway to the world renowned Hunter
Valley wine country of Pokolbin and
Rothbury.
James Busby (1801 – 1871) widely
regarded as the "father" of the
Australian wine industry planted his
first grape vines on his property
“Kirkton", which is located in the
district of Branxton.
