Eather family marks 200 years in Hunter Valley since convict founder's arrival

Meerea Park Wines traces 200 years in Hunter Valley to convict Thomas Samuel Heather.

Why it mattersThe story shows how one convict's unusual luck shaped a business that has survived and thrived for two centuries.

AustraliaThe Eather family is part of Australia's earliest settlers, and their wine brand is a major part of Hunter Valley's identity and economy.

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Eather family marks 200 years in Hunter Valley since convict founder's arrival

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