 Historians appear to be divided on the origins of Edward Dryden, one of the first settlers, who is thought by some to have been born in Newham, Northumberland, England.Alternatively, it has been supposed that Dryden came from Oldham, Greater Manchester, England, and that he named his new home in recognition of the new country.Newham is close to Hanging Rock and is home to the Hanging Rock Winery, which is located on Jim Road on the Jim Jim Hill.