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The Globe Theatre, located on George Street in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, is the imposing two-storey building beside the former Gowings store. It was designed by Clarence Backhouse. What is special about The Globe Theatre? The theatre’s Romanesque style façade has been a landmark with irreplaceable streetscape value formore
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Bring family and friends and experience the Avon Valley’s rolling agricultural landscape while enjoying a weekend disconnected from city life. Explore the local district during the day and come back to the peace and big open night skies at night Avondale is about 12kms west of the Wheatbelt town ofmore
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It passed through several hands before the government established a soldier settlement scheme here. When this was unsuccessful Avondale was set up as an agricultural research station. Several important agricultural breakthroughs were made here. In 1979 Avondale featured in the sesquicentenary celebrations morphing into a tourist destination. Now in themore
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1 Dec 2019 This year we are delighted to be visiting another historic property – Allwood – near Canberra, courtesy of the owners Rod and Judy Roberts who have restored the cottage. The heritage listed slab cottage was built in the late 1800s by district pioneers David and Agnes Rule. Enjoy themoreBook now
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7 Apr 2020 Toxteth Park is an inner-city Sydney estate that was subdivided for residential development following the passing of prominent solicitor, Sir George Wigram Allen, in 1885. which was subdivided for residential development following his death. The Trustees of the Toxteth Park Estate stipulated that they would have the right to selectmore
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30 Nov 2019 - 1 Dec 2019 10% off everything in the gift shop all weekend for members only (non-members can join on the day) We are thrilled to have been supplied with exclusive collectable Wedgwood ornamental ware – available in store now! FREE exquisite Wedgwood decoration to the first customer who spends over $50 on Saturdaymore
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The winners of the Australian Marmalade Awards were announced on Sunday at Beaumont House as part of the Festival of Marmalade. Congratulations! The following people have won gold awards for their marmalades in the home-made competition. Home-made Gold Janet MacDonald (from Vic, by phone) – mandarin marmalademore
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6 Dec 2019 Celebrate Christmas and the New Year with the Committee at this year’s Christmas Party at Beaumont House. Enjoy a sumptuous Christmas feast, some cheer and a chance to catch up with other members. Cost: Adult $20per personmore
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13 Oct 2019 Mid-Century Ipswich explores the growth of new suburbs and the changing streetscapes of Ipswich between the years 1946 and 1969. This was a period that saw Ipswich houses move away from the classic Queenslander, as housing styles transitioned from the Austerity designs of the immediate post-war era to architecturally designedmore
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This highly anticipated annual event welcomes guests into the former home of the late Mr James Fairfax AC to be immersed in experiences that bring art, collecting, giving and creative expression to life. Guests are able to choose from various experiences including day tours, sunset tours, dinner for 40 peoplemore
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National Trust of Australia (Queensland) will close James Cook Museum, Cooktown from 10th October 2019 for essential conservation works and curatorial refresh.more
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11 Nov 2019 Historical maps and survey plans contain a wealth of information provided you know how to interpret them and where to look. Jeff Brown, Surveyor-General of the ACT with over 40 years’ experience in the surveying profession, will describe some of the historic information on different map series and early surveymoreBook now
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3 Nov 2019 Join us at Old Blythewood for our Annual Jazz Picnic in the Gardens! Bring a picnic, your jiving shoes and enjoy a beautiful spring afternoon. Take a stroll through the historic gardens, enjoy a guided tour of the house all while listening to the smooth sounds of jazz. The Trust’smoreBook now
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15 Nov 2019 - 16 Nov 2019 Roses and Friends will have a selection of stunning roses available for purchase, plus books and botanical illustrations will also ve available to buy. You can bring along your unnamed rose for identification and ask the experts for advice on local growing conditions and where to source heritage roses. more
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26 Sep 2019 - 28 Nov 2019 24 October – 2:30pm. The Lady of the House: Elizabeth Macquarie & Parramatta: Elizabeth Macquarie had a significant impact on the architecture, landscape and social dynamics of Parramatta. Robin Walsh author of “In Her Own Words, the writings of Elizabeth Macquarie” will discuss the impact of this remarkable woman onmore
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25 Sep 2019 - 3 Oct 2019 In its ninth year, the Schools Reconciliation Challenge is an annual program run by Reconciliation NSW to inspire young artists, writers and creators. The National Trust (NSW) is proud to partner with Reconciliation NSW to host a travelling exhibition comprised of works from primary and high school students across NSWmore
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18 Oct 2019 - 24 Nov 2019 In its ninth year, the Schools Reconciliation Challenge is an annual program run by Reconciliation NSW to inspire young artists, writers and creators. The National Trust (NSW) is proud to partner with Reconciliation NSW to host a travelling exhibition comprised of works from primary and high school students across NSWmore
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20 Oct 2019 Botanica brings together all the garden inspiration you need to celebrate Australia’s natural wonders. Plant some fresh ideas in a day of workshops, market stalls, curated experiences and exclusive talks throughout the heritage grounds of Rippon Lea. There’ll be a special talk by Clive Blazey on heirloom seeds, an awe-inspiringmore
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1 Jan 2020 - 4 Jan 2020 Anthony Cahill holds a Master of Fine Art from the National Art School and is an artist exhibiting extensively both in Australia and overseas, including exhibitions in public and regional art galleries. Recently he exhibited a suite of works on paper at the Australian Embassy in Berlin. Cahill is amore
