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Every year, the National Trust (NSW) recognises valued volunteers and staff with the annual National Trust Honours Awards. The awards recognise individuals who have given outstanding service. more
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The National Trust has previously made a detailed submission against elements of the proposed Great Western Highway upgrade that will impact the important Hartley Valley Landscape Conservation Area that was listed on the National Trust Register over 35 years ago. Local indigenous groups are now also raising significant concerns that several importantmore
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For Women's History Month, we're celebrating the stories of some of the inspirational women who lived in, worked at, and protected National Trust (NSW) places. From passionate conservationists to self-taught artists – these are just some of the women who defied convention to walk their own path.more
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A famous clock, Temple and Webster's handmade chair, and cutting-edge video art are just some of the fascinating items on display at a new exhibition exploring the lives of convicts and the impact of their crafts on the colony.more
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NSW’s ocean pools are an amazing asset and legacy, an iconic collection of recreational infrastructure running the entire length of our coast. But these special places are under threat. Along with the natural ravages of time and tide, ocean pools are increasingly vulnerable to the impacts of climate change.more
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Why is Hartley Valley so special? The Hartley Valley, 125 kilometres west of Sydney, is a cultural landscape with remarkable natural, built and indigenous heritage value. The National Trust of Australia (NSW) recognised its value 35 years ago and listed the Hartley Valley Landscape Conservation Area on the National Trust Register. The 14 kilometre Great Western Highwaymore
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No doubt you are aware the NSW Local Government elections will take place on Saturday 4th December. The National Trust of Australia (NSW) identified six state-wide Heritage priorities for these Local Government elections. These priorities are: Ensure your Council has a comprehensive heritage register that remains up-to-date and is trulymore
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A visit from the Queen, a map of Parramatta’s demolished heritage, a heritage talk by Tim Flannery and our ‘ugly highways’ - are some of the highlights of the National Trust archives online. more
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On the 4 November 2021 the National Trust (NSW) is celebrating Ask a Conservator Day. We are participating in this international collaboration by sharing the work of the professionals that help us care for the National Trust Collection.more
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Oxford Street’s heritage Oxford Street’s character is built on its diverse use and activities, and its distinct heritage building forms. It has a largely consistent and intact streetscape. Aside from the taller buildings to the west of the precinct, Oxford Street is generally lined by three storey buildings, located onmore
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Former primary school principal, Elaine Lowrey, has taken her love for history and lifelong learning to her volunteer work at Old Government House.more
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Biodiversity is the variety of all living things around us. Australia’s biodiversity is rich and unique, it is home to more than 500,000 animal and plant species, many of which are found nowhere else – making Australia one of the world’s ‘megadiverse’ countries. Native vegetation is a vital component ofmore
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The impending demolition of Parramatta’s historic Willow Grove could have easily been avoided, and Parramatta could have retained another worthwhile part of its history. How? By considering heritage at the beginning of a project – not at the end.more
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Chris Tobin started volunteering with the National Trust (NSW) in 2015. Since then, Chris has contributed significantly to the work of the Woodford Academy. Here is his story.more
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What is the Issue? We are concerned that the scale and mass of the building envelopes are excessive, both in relation to the Pyrmont peninsula and to the low scale of Glebe on the western side of the Bay. Jones Street clifftop walk Unaltered image from Visual Impact Assessment.more
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Last month the media was dominated by stories around World Heritage sites in Danger. We watched as the World Heritage Committee stripped Liverpool of its World Heritage status after nine years of being on the World Heritage in Danger List. more
