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Parramatta local, Dr Christopher Cheng, volunteers once a fortnight as a guide at Old Government House. He says the experience has helped him connect with other people and dig deeper into his own passion for history.more
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Spring is upon us, and colourful buds are starting to brighten gardens all around the state. National Trust gardens are renowned for their natural beauty and cultural heritage, so plan a day out at one of these spectacular spring gardens. more
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This year, 20th century architecture in NSW is being acknowledged. We outline some of the ways that modern heritage is being recognised in NSW in 2024.more
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Get the leash and some walking shoes ready – dogs are welcome at four National Trust (NSW) places. Here are some ideas for a day trip with your four-legged friend.more
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Heritage has been a contentious topic in NSW this year, with the implementation of the Transport Oriented Development program and Low- and mid-rise housing reforms putting the spotlight on accelerated development inside historic suburbs. When considering how we can create more homes in NSW by way of infill development, heritage has sometimes been incorrectly labelled as a problem in the way of progress. Heritage Conservation Areas in particular have been put under much scrutiny.more
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CEO of GML Heritage, Sharon Veale, delivered an insightful keynote presentation at the 2024 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards, encouraging sustainable and equitable urban development. Here, she shares her views on ‘planning and heritage in a mongrel city.’more
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Would you like to be a voice for heritage in your community? Volunteer at one of our NSW branches and help make a difference in your local area. more
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Aboriginal cultural heritage expert and Dharawal and Yuin man, Paul Knight shares his views on the importance of landscape and place in Aboriginal culture.more
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Starting out as a factory worker, Rita Lee took up modelling to support her family and went on to inspire some of Norman Lindsay’s most famous artworks.more
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The National Trust (NSW) has long called for the protection of White Bay Power Station in Rozelle. As the station opens its doors for the first time in decades, we celebrate the restoration of this monumental heritage space.more
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Parramatta is the second oldest city in Australia and its history runs deep. Get to know the area's history with the Harris Park Heritage Trail - a self-guided 2.4 kilometre walk that will take you past some of Parramatta's most significant colonial landmarks, including our very own Experiment Farm Cottage.more
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Behind many of our amazing places are equally remarkable women who once called these places home. From passionate conservationists to self-taught artists, we look back at their stories in celebration of Women’s History Month.more
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Favoured by royalty, rockstars and rebels, the colour black has had a surprisingly vibrant history. With a new exhibition of black in fashion opening at Old Government House, historian Lorinda Cramer examines the meaning and history of this mercurial hue.more
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Are you looking for a venue in the Southern Highlands that's beautiful, unique, and steeped in history? Take a look at our venues in the area and get inspired for your next event. more
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Revised designs for the last stage of Barangaroo’s waterfront revamp have been released. While the changes are encouraging, the proposed development still poses a threat to historic public views from Observatory Hill.more
