The Lighthouse Mothers Hostel, Newcastle
Albert Street
Islington
Newcastle
NSW
Australia
Provider: Salvation Army
Year Opened: 1897
Year Closed: 1924
Newcastle Maternity and Rescue Home was opened in Albert Street, Islington (in Newcastle) in July 1897 and was also known as ‘The Lighthouse’. It provided accommodation for homeless girls and women, including unmarried and married mothers. In May 1924 it moved to Merewether and became known as Maryville Mothers’ Hospital.
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