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An Invitation to the Table

nsw 24 Oct 2026 - 14 Nov 2026
This one-of-a-kind event offers an insider’s perspective, guided by Sharon Mulholland, whose newly published memoir, ‘An Invitation to the Table’, recounts her extraordinary 30-years of living and working at the estate. Join Sharon for an intimate, behind-the-scenes tour of the house, where she will share enchanting stories of daily life,
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Twilight Delights at Grossmann & Brough Houses

nsw 17 Oct 2026
There’s nothing quite like twilight, and the smell of spring in the air as night descends. This October, Brough House will light up for a special Twilight Delight that will transport visitors back to an eve from the Victorian era. Drawing on the evocative history of Grossmann and Brough houses,
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Ros Craig ‘Pomona’

nsw 26 Sep 2026 - 18 Oct 2026
In Roman Mythology, Pomona refers to the goddess of fruit trees, orchards, fruitful abundance, plenty and gardens. Coincidentally, Ros began her married life at Pomona, a then flourishing fruit growing settlement between Broken Hill and Wentworth on the banks of the Darling River in far western NSW. She has named
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NAIDOC Week: Stories of Country

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To mark NAIDOC Week, the National Trust is sharing a new audio excerpt exploring the history of Anaiwan Country, the land on which Saumarez Homestead is situated.
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National Trust NSW Magazine – June – September 2026

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In this issue we celebrate the winners of the 2026 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards, explore the remarkable history of Lindesay and discover the enduring beauty of National Trust gardens.
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Pentridge Prison

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Pentridge is a place that deeply connects to the social and cultural fabric of Australia.    Until its closure in 1997, Pentridge was Victoria’s central prison and the most well-known and used gaol in the State’s history. Most of Victoria’s convicted and notorious criminals were gaoled there between 1900 and the
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Gulf Station

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Gulf Station tells an exciting story about the daily life on a pioneer farm, with an array of farm buildings and animals waiting to be discovered.
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Gulf Station Open Day Yarra Glen

Gulf Station Open Day

vic 26 Jul 2026 - 3 Dec 2026
Visit Gulf Station in the Yarra Valley and learn what life was like for a family living on the land in nineteenth century Australia.
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Seeing the Future (Example Entry)

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A poem developed in response to the Poetry Workshop - Writing to our Futures at Rippon Lea by es foong.
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History in a box at Como House

vic 2 Jul 2026
Join the National Trust to explore the stories of some items from the National Trust Collection at Como House.
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Nature Journaling at Como House with ‘Nothing Like Nature’

vic 11 Jul 2026
Discover the gardens of Como House through nature journaling.
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Opening Hours

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Visitor Information Group tours are available. To find out more about group tours, click here. For FREE entry to over 1000 properties in Victoria and beyond, plus reduced entry to events and exhibitions, become a National Trust member.   Purchase a Gift Certificate Give your family and friends something you
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School Holiday Events & Activities

vic 27 Jun 2026 - 12 Jul 2026
Make every day of the school holidays a journey of discovery and excitement for the whole family.
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Meet the Birds of Como House

vic 30 Jul 2026
Get to know the birds used in the various decorative pieces throughout Como House.
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A bench seat overlooking gardens the blue mountains are in the background

Everglades House & Gardens

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A stunning Art Deco house set within a spectacular inter-war period garden.
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MEMBER EVENT: Rachel Westaway MP tour of Parliament

vic 28 Jul 2026
Members are invited to join Rachel Westaway MP (State Member for Prahran) for an exclusive, behind the scenes tour of Parliament House. 
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ACT Government’s Response to the Committee on Planning and Environment Report No. 6 – Inquiry into DPA-04 Missing Middle Housing Reform

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The ACT Governments response to the Inquiry into the Missing Middle Housing Reform was published on 22 May 2026.  You can access the report here EP Report 6 Inquiry Into DPA 04 Government Response (1) National Trust ACT will continue to work with stakeholders to ensure heritage protections are well defined
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Statement by the National Trust (NSW) at the Senate Inquiry into the divestment of Defence estate assets

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David Burdon, Conservation Director, National Trust of Australia (NSW) gave a speech at the public hearing concerning the Senate Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee's inquiry into the management of Defence estate assets. Read his statement.
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Como House and Garden

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Known by many Melburnians as ‘the white house on the hill,’ Como overlooks the Birrurung (Yarra) river and is surrounded by a pleasure garden and community parkland. Leila Armytage called her home ‘the last remaining oasis.’ Como is an atmospheric town mansion presented as a family home. The interiors reflect
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Heritage Futures Creative Response Competition Gallery

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Join in the celebration by discovering entries to our Heritage Futures creative response competition.
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Sunshine at Rippon Lea

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I always enjoy coming to visit at Rippon Lea. I enjoy visiting the house and seeing the beautiful old things. I particularly enjoy visiting the gardens.
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