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Central Barangaroo Approval

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Views from Observatory Hill will be protected in the approved final stage of Barangaroo.
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Proposed rezoning in Parramatta North

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In January 2025 a rezoning proposal for the Parramatta North Cumberland Hospital site was put on exhibition by Property and Development NSW.
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The 2024 Collections Appeal

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Thanks to the remarkable generosity of the National Trust supporters and donors, the conservation of irreplaceable historical items has been made possible.
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Everglades House & Gardens Development Application (DA)

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The National Trust submitted a Development Application (DA) for Everglades House & Gardens to Blue Mountains City Council on 5 December 2024. The DA supports low-impact activities, ensuring everyone can enjoy Australia’s most spectacular inter-war period garden and accompanying Art Deco architecture. The activities also assist to part fund conservation
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Board of Directors for 2025

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On 30 November 2024 the National Trust's Annual General Meeting (AGM) was held at the S.H. Ervin Gallery and the 2025 Board of Directors were elected by National Trust (NSW) members.
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Volunteers and staff recognised at the 2024 National Trust Honours Awards

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The National Trust (NSW) recognised valued volunteers and staff who have given outstanding service to the National Trust with the 2024 National Trust Honours Awards.
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Noteable artworks return to Retford Park

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Thanks to a partnership with the National Gallery of Australia, visitors to the Southern Highlands can view works from James Fairfax’s remarkable art collection hanging once more on the walls of their former home.
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Vale Ian Stephenson

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The National Trust is grateful for Ian Stephenson’s many years of service. He has imparted extraordinary knowledge spanning history, curation, collections, art and culture. Ian was always warm, welcoming, energetic, and enthusiastic. He was a friend to many, characteristically good-humoured and extremely generous. Ian’s dedication to history and culture was
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Old Government House revived in major restoration project

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The $500,000 restoration of UNESCO World Heritage site Old Government House is now complete, thanks to overwhelming public support and donations.
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Central Precinct Rezoning Proposal Withdrawn

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The National Trust (NSW) welcomes the NSW Government’s recent decision to abandon the Central Precinct rezoning proposal.
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Expressions of Interest: Food and beverage operator at Norman Lindsay Gallery

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The National Trust (NSW) is seeking expressions of interest for a food and beverage operation at the UNESCO World Heritage site Old Government House.
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The NSW Heritage Forum

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The National Trust (NSW) was honoured to be a part of the NSW Heritage Forum. Held at the heritage listed Grace Hotel, the Forum brought together thought leaders in the heritage space. Keynote speaker Tim Flannery, Chief Councillor of the Climate Council, gave a thought-provoking address on the ‘urgent need
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National Trust (NSW) launches Reconciliation Action Plan

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The National Trust (NSW) is proud to launch our first Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), outlining our commitment to acknowledging, understanding and valuing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage. Alongside our work with First Nations people in the communities in which our properties are situated, we recognise our responsibility to inspire
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Making Harper’s Mansion a-mazing again

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The rejuvenation of Art Deco icon, Everglades House, is now well underway thanks to the generous donations of members and supporters.
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Expressions of Interest: Food and beverage operator at Old Government House site

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The National Trust (NSW) is seeking expressions of interest for a food and beverage operation at the UNESCO World Heritage site Old Government House.
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Vale Dawn Hazelton

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In memory of Dawn Hazelton and her 40 years of service to the National Trust (NSW).
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Hidden treasures revealed at Saumarez Homestead

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We've completed a year-long project to document historic items at Saumarez Homestead, providing unprecedented access to the property’s furniture, textiles, artworks and artifacts.
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Revealed: winners of the 30th annual National Trust Heritage Awards

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The best and brightest in Australian heritage conservation have been celebrated today at this year’s National Trust Heritage Awards.
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Teaming up with community to restore a bushland haven

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With the help of community volunteers, we’re undertaking vital conservation work to the bushland surrounding Marie Byles’ historic home in Cheltenham.
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New plans for the Powerhouse Museum on display

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Plans for the heritage revitalisation of the Ultimo Powerhouse Museum have now been released. See what's on the table, and have your say.
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Shortlist announced for the 2024 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards

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The National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards is an annual celebration of outstanding practice, awarding excellence in conservation of Aboriginal, built, natural and cultural heritage. “The high quality of entries created robust discussions between the judges this year” said Matthew Devine, Chair of the National Trust Heritage Awards Jury. Devine was
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