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A return to elegance

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A suite of historic furniture hidden for years at Dundullimal Homestead has undergone a striking transformation.
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Natural Beauty

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From rare eucalypt forests to dazzling flowers in highlighter hues, discover the stunning native flora spotted by Bushland Management Services..
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New listings join the National Trust Register

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20th-century buildings throughout Potts Point, Elizabeth Bay and Rushcutters Bay join the National Trust (NSW) register.
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2024 the year in review

The impact of giving 2023 – 2024

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Discover how your support and critical funds helped the National Trust fulfil our mission to protect places of historical and cultural significance.
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Cooma Cottage

A new chapter for historic Cooma Cottage

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An extensive year-long conservation project has revitalised this historic place located on Ngunnawal Country, in Yass.
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In the mood for love

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Celebrate a day dedicated to love with a visit to one of the National Trust’s special places.
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A natural swimming hole surrounded by rocky cliffs and a waterfall

Natural swimming spots to keep you cool this summer

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Keep cool this summer and reconnect with our natural heritage at one of these incredible natural swimming spots.
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Interiors of the main house at Saumarez Homestead have been updated

A sustainable future for Saumarez Homestead

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Discover the National Trust’s plans for this spectacular heritage landmark located on Anaiwan Country, in Armidale.
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The secret of the desk of Thomas West

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Discover the history that lay hidden inside a rare piece of colonial furniture.
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2024 the year in review

2024 year in review

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As 2024 draws to a close, we look back at the year that was - from conservation to celebrating heritage.
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Powerhouse Museum update

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The Powerhouse Museum is once again in the spotlight, with confirmation of a new expanded State Heritage listing.
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Heritage walking trails in NSW

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The National Trust (NSW) has long worked to protect special places for all to enjoy. Hit these walking trails for the perfect combination of heritage highlights and the great outdoors.
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Spooky stories at the National Trust

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National Trust house museums are bursting with stories, some of them supernatural. Read unbelievable first-hand accounts of eerie encounters.
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A spotlight on historic theatres

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Theatres of NSW have long been a topic of heritage interest, and a number of changes to some famous ones are hitting the headlines this year. Let’s take a look at some of the state’s most renowned, interesting and longest running entertainment spaces.
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Volunteer stories: in the archives with Oliver Ashley

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Part-time university student Oliver Ashley is volunteering in the National Trust (NSW) archives to get the work experience he needs for a future career in archiving.
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National Trust Volunteer Nick Nicholson

Volunteer stories: preserving collections with Nick Nicholson

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Photographer and history-enthusiast Nick Nicholson is a volunteer at Riversdale, where he’s making the most of his photographic skills and helping to preserve precious collection items. Here, he shares some of his favourite parts of the job.
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Volunteering At Old Government House

Volunteer stories: working at Old Government House with Christopher Cheng

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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.
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September is cherry blossom season!

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The famous cherry blossoms at Everglades House & Gardens bloom for just a few spectacular weeks every September.
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The best gardens to visit this spring

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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.
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Recognition of 20th century heritage in New South Wales

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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.
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Dog-friendly days out

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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.
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