BY DAKOTA TAIT
The first in a new Blue Plaques program, to commemorate notable figures and events in the history of New South Wales, has been installed at East Maitland.
Caroline Chisholm's being honoured with a memorial at her namesake cottage, for her work in supporting women and families immigrating to Australia in the 19th century.
The Mill Street cottage dates back to 1842 - it's believed to be the only surviving site in a series of employment agencies and hostels she helped establish in rural areas.
It's the first in the series of 21 plaques across the state, in the $5 million program.
