I firmly believe the future success of The National Trust of Australia, whether it is New South Wales or elsewhere in Australia, is listening to those around us. Our loyal members, volunteers and hard working staff are one such audience, which I why I’ve been to see so many of you over the last few months.
Another key audience is our partners, such as EnergyAustralia and the New South Wales Department of Planning Heritage Branch through to the many people and organisations who give their expertise and time to us pro-bono. I have been amazed by the large number of people who support us in that way. You might think I’m thinking of those who’ve been helping us develop our new 20/20 strategy. I am, but I am also thinking of Richard Dinham who is helping us with pro-bono architectural advice at Everglades and Woodford Academy.
Then I think about our other partners, those like minded organisations and individuals who want to partner us to reach a broader audience. One such organisation is Youth Hostel Association Australia. I met the CEO Julian Ledger in early February and he told me about the new Hostel they are building in Sydney’s Rocks. They are building a 106 room Hostel on a historical site of early colonial life and they will be opening much of the dig remains to public view when the project is completed late in 2009. This project and in fact their regional spread has a great number of synergies with us at The National Trust and I hope to build on our existing relationship, consisting of reciprocal discounts and promotion, more and more into the future.
As you will see in this edition of e-news we are continuing to advocate, conserve and educate across the State and there are many events and fundraisers all supporting this wonderful organisation as Australia and the World increasingly talks of ways of avoiding recession. Thank you for your support in these hard times and I hope you continue to enjoy the rest of the summer at some of our events.
John Neish
Executive Director.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
28 Feb - Reliance Evening Cruise on Sydney Harbour
14 Feb - Valentine's Dinner at Everglades House & Garden
20 and 21 Feb - 'In Recital' concert series at Old Government House
21 Feb - Tales of the Swag, Woodford Academy
22 Feb - Reptile Day at Wirrimbirra Sanctuary
27 Feb - A Ghostly Night at Old Government House
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| ADVOCACY | |
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| North Eveleigh Concept Plan NSW Planning Minister Kristina Keneally has now approved the North Eveleigh Concept Plan. The Trust will be commenting in detail on the plan and its impacts on this vital heritage site and adjoining conservation areas. Read more |
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Tenterfield Isolation Block Listed on Trust Register |
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Catherine Hill Bay |
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Conservation Director speaks to the ABC's 7.30 report about Kurnell
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Minister for Lands visits Lindesay
Image: The Minister for Lands with Diana Hazard and John Neish at Lindesay. |
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High Tea with National Trust Benefactors
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| EDUCATION | |
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2009 National Trust Heritage Festival - program of events now online |
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Organic Gardening Workshops at Norman Lindsay Gallery |
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| REGIONAL ROUND UP | |
| Committees, Friends, Branches, if you would like to submit news and stories from your local region please email the details to staleski@nsw.nationaltrust.org.au |
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National Trust Portraits - Drip in a Bucket Series
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Norman Lindsay Gallery a finalist in the NSW Tourism Awards 2008
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| New water tank coming to Norman Lindsay Gallery | |
In 2009, Norman Lindsay Gallery will be installing the new underground water tank (62,000 litre capacity) and related
storm water pipes and plumbing for rain water reuse. Read more |
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| The Blue Mountains Branch welcome decisions by local council | |
The Blue Mountains Branch of the National Trust recently reported on the progress of the Blue Mountains Council, with deicions made to retain the Lawson Mechanics Institute and Sorensens Nursery at Leura. Read more |
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| S.H. ERVIN GALLERY E-ART | |
Huge crowds at the S.H. Ervin Gallery for Timeless: The Art of Cressida Campbell -
until 22 February
Image: Governor of NSW, Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO and President, Ian Carroll OAM at the exhibition opening. |
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Win a double pass to see Easy Virtue |
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| EVENTS & TOURS | |
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After Hours Committee: Reliance Evening Cruise - Saturday 28 February, Gordon Walk - Sunday 15 March |
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Old Government House, Parramatta: 'In Recital' - 20 and 21 February, A Ghostly Night - Friday 27 February |
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Women's Committee House Inspections: Bellevue Hill Day - Tuesday 10 March, Wahroonga Day – Tuesday 7 April |
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Picton Historic Day Tour - Thursday 19 March |
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| REGIONAL NSW | |
Everglades House and Garden, Leura: Valentine Dinner – Saturday 14 February, Seniors Week Activities - 16-20 March |
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Woodford Academy, Woodford: Tales of the Swag – Saturday 21 February, Short Lantern Tour - Friday 13 March |
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Wirrimbirra Sanctuary, Bargo: Reptile Day – Sunday 22 February, Country Music Night - Saturday 14 March |
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| Saumarez Homestead, Armidale: Summer Art Show - Friday 27 February – Sunday 15 March An art show/competition will be on display, coordinated by the Armidale Art Groups and Saumarez Homestead. Read more |
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Norman Lindsay Gallery, Faulconbridge: Jazz in the Garden – Saturday 28 February, Norman Lindsay Festival of Children’s Literature - Saturday 28 - Sunday 29 March |
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Brough and Grossman Houses, Maitland: St David's Day Concert, Miles Jackson Concert 'Andalucian Nights', 'Regain' Art Exhibition, The Pits & Pubs Coach Tour of the Coalfields
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Parramatta Regional Branch: Blast from the Past day tour of Lithgow's Heritage - Tuesday 3 March, Grand Goulburn Getaway four day tour - 21-24 March Image: Bowenfels Stationmaster’s House, Blast from the Past tour. |
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Harper's Mansion, Berrima: Berrima Village Fair - Sunday 22 March, 10am - 4pm
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Friends of Miss Porter's House: Country Garden Ramble at Gresford - Sunday 29 March
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Tuscany: 19 May – 1 June
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| PROMOTIONS & ANNOUNCEMENTS | |
| Win a luxurious overnight accommodation at The Westin Sydney, with breakfast for two at Mosaic Restaurant Purchase tickets in the National Trust $2 Raffle for your chance to win. Read more |
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