HPG requests that any decision to demolish the timber Barracks on Middle Head be delayed until further investigation is undertaken to properly assess the social heritage of the buildings.
Read moreHPG's response to the Trust's 'Middle Head / Gubbuh Gubbuh Renewal Project' EPBC Referral
HPG’s response to matters raised in the 'Middle Head / Gubbuh Gubbuh Renewal Project' referred by the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust (Harbour Trust) to Minister Watt for approval
Read moreWhy we should say NO to the bulldozers on Middle Head
Based on the significant heritage values of the Barracks outlined above, it is HPG's opinion that they are an integral component of the heritage-listed Middle Head military village and that, at the very least, Barrack B1 should be retained.
Read moreRevised Draft Master Plan for Middle Head Survey Responses: HPG’s analysis
The Harbour Trust's Outcomes Report states that one of the key areas of support is the demolition of the timber Barracks buildings, however 47.8% (22) of all respondents opposed the demolition of the timber Barracks and preferred the retention of one or more of the timber Barracks.
Read moreThe Barracks Buildings – an important part of the Middle Head ‘Military Village’
HPG is very disappointed the Harbour Trust still proposes to demolish the three timber Barrack buildings and not even retain one to complete the story of the Middle Head military village. Read about the users of the Barracks by Kevin O’Brien.
Read moreHPG Statement: Barracks hold important social military history
HPG hopes that the Revised Draft Master Plan for Middle Head reflects the community and stakeholder sentiment.
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