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3 Feb 2018 On 19 April 2016 and in fulfilment of his ambition, Mr. Fairfax gifted his historic Retford Park home to the National Trust of Australia (NSW). It was in August 2017 that the National Trust officially took control of the property. On the weekend of the 2nd and 3rd February, themore
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24 Jul 2019 This annual event presents fascinating information about gardening trends, techniques, challenges and histories, through illustrated talks from three experts in their field.more
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5 Mar 2019 On arrival at Retford Park you will be taken on a tour of the gardens with Head Gardener, Rick Shepherd- noting our use of succulents along the way. We will then gather in the Round Yard, or on the adjacent terrace if the weather is fine, and start making your uniquemore
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9 May 2019 These mutually beneficial relationships extend beyond trees to include every orchid and most shrubs and grasses, and are the secret to their success in our highly variable climate and nutrient-deficient soils. Fungi not only help plants access water and nutrients, but also increase their resistance to drought and disease. Theymore
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6 Jan 2019 - 27 Jan 2019 Bridget Parker paints from the heart without any fear. Her colourful, expressive brushstrokes bring her subjects to life with vibrancy and confidence. more
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4 May 2019 Join award-winning author and creator of the Rowland Sinclair mystery series, Solari Gentill, as she shares her passion for connecting people, place and the past. more
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20 Apr 2019 The Woodford Academy Management Committee is thrilled to host a Harvest Festival in the grounds of the Blue Mountains’ oldest building.more
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30 Mar 2019 - 31 Mar 2019 Established in 1867, the village of Millthorpe features many 19th and early 20th Century properties in largely intact historic streetscapes. Carcoar, in the Belubula River valley, is one of the most intact examples of a Victorian era township in New South Wales. Both towns are listed on the NSW National Trust Register.more
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16 Feb 2019 Iconic jazz band Galapagos Duck will again feature at this annual picnic event, which brings world class musicians to the gardens surrounding the former home of one of Australia’s most prolific artists and writers – Norman Lindsay – to celebrate his birthday.more
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7 May 2019 - 29 Jun 2019 Old Government House played host to a beautiful celebration of the 40 pieces from the Havelberg–Smith collection of Georgian era glass bequeathed to the National Trust (NSW) in 2018. This year, the collection will travel to National Trust properties throughout the state in 2019. more
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3 Mar 2019 - 25 Apr 2019 Old Government House played host to a beautiful celebration of the 40 pieces from the Havelberg–Smith collection of Georgian era glass bequeathed to the National Trust (NSW) in 2018. This year, the collection will travel to National Trust properties throughout the state in 2019. more
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14 Mar 2019 The Naval Historical Society of Australia will take Trust members on a guided walking tour of the historic sites of Garden Island which are normally off-limits to the public.more
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7 May 2019 - 18 May 2019 Built around 140 - 150 years ago, ‘Seaview’ is regarded as a site of historical significance in the Illawarra Escarpment parkland. more
