Port Macquarie Growing Up – Charles Uptin | Regional Biography & Local History (1996)

Port Macquarie Growing Up: One 'L of a Place to Go... Live, Learn, Labour, Love, Linger and Languish
Author: Charles T. A. Uptin
Publisher: Uptin Family, Port Macquarie, N.S.W., c1996
Format: Softcover, 243 pages, illustrations and portraits, 25 cm
ISBN: 0646303627

Condition: Very Good. Light wear to covers; internally clean and well-bound.

Description:
A warm and personal portrait of life in Port Macquarie, Port Macquarie Growing Up is part memoir, part local history. Written by longtime Port Macquarie News contributor Charles Uptin, this book captures the changing face of the region through anecdotes, family recollections, and community stories. It celebrates the everyday joys, challenges, and personalities that have shaped Port Macquarie across generations.

Illustrated with photographs and portraits, this 1996 publication is a valuable piece of local heritage and a reflection of the town’s vibrant social fabric.

Why You’ll Love It:
A heartfelt and nostalgic journey into Port Macquarie’s past. Perfect for anyone with ties to the area, lovers of local history, or readers interested in regional Australian storytelling. A wonderful gift or keepsake for anyone who’s ever called Port home.