Sussan Ley must answer: precisely what changes does the Government intend to make to the legislation. Read this opinion piece by Peter FitzSimons.
Read moreSenator Andrew Bragg backs 49 year leases for Harbour Trust sites
Liberal senator Andrew Bragg has backed a proposal to allow private interests to take out 49-year leases over landmark sites belonging to the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust.
Read moreSubmission to the Review by Linda Bergin
Linda Bergin OAM, Founding President of the Headland Preservation Group, has made her submission to the Independent Review of the Harbour Trust available for publication.
Read moreABC TV: “Drastic action to stimulate investment”
Federal Government has rejected suggestions it’s planning partial privatisation of some of Sydney’s historic sites. It says long leases (49 years) will be able to bring Trust sites to life.
Read moreSydney Morning Herald “Storm Brews over future…”
“Storm brews over future of harbourside lands as proposal puts jewels up for grabs” By Deborah Snow
Read moreHarbour Trust makes its own submission to the Independent Review
The Harbour Trust has made a submission to the review.
Read moreIndependent Review: Joseph Carrozzi, Harbour Trust Chair speaks on ABC Radio
ABC Radio 702 Breakfast with Wendy Harmer and Robbie Buck interview with Joseph Corrozzi.
Read moreHarbour Trust sites must be kept safe from redevelopment – Zali Steggall
”Today I spoke with both Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Environment Minister Sussan Ley on behalf of the community and also delivered a speech on the Review in Parliament. “ [see video]
Read moreMosman Daily "Zali weighs in on foreshore fears"
Zali Steggle is encouraging people to attend the review panel’s public forum on February 18 from 6pm to 8pm at Pullman Sydney Hyde Park, 36 College St, Sydney.
Read moreSubmissions to Independent Review – here are sample letters to help
The Mosman Parks & Bushland Association have shared some sample letters to help you make a submission.
Read moreHPG responds to Independent review discussion questions
The independent review of the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust Public consultation paper included a series of ‘discussion’ questions to “assist interested parties in developing their input”.
Read moreIndependent Review: Sussan Ley says it is not about selling iconic sites
Sussan Ley says “we need to look at what options we have for the future. But I want to emphasize that I do see these as iconic Sydney sites and we do want to maintain public access that it is not about selling them.“
Read more"Rushed review of harbour body needs explanation"
Linda Bergin OAM (pictured above), Opinion Sydney Morning Herald, 9 December 2019
Will the review deliver more needed investment or more unwelcome commercialisation?
Read more"Trust funding crisis as harbourside gems go under review"
The remediation of iconic former Defence sites around Sydney Harbour could cost up to an extra $300 million and funding shortages might mean having to close off some areas to the public, the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust has warned.
Read moreJill L'Estrange says "Most Australians would be outraged... we would jeopardise these wonderful iconic precincts for commercialisation."
Wendy Harmer and Robbie Buck interview HPG President, Jill L'Estrange on ABC Radio 702 Breakfast.
Read the full transcript.
Read moreHave your say – the future of the Trust's lands lies with you!
On 30 October, an ‘Independent Review’ of the Harbour Trust was announced by the federal Department of Environment. The Review is very broad and will make RECOMMENDATIONS to the government. This Review will impact the future of Trust lands, including Headland Park.
Read moreMiddle Head up for Grab$ – again? Your say is critical
An independent review initiated by the Federal Government will determine the Trust’s future.
Read moreCommunity consultations concerning public land
There are currently two community consultations concerning public land, an exciting development regarding the Environmental Education Centre, and information about the new walking track and weekly market.
Environmental impacts of artificial lighting
The academic research focus internationally on the profound environmental impacts of artificial lighting has intensified significantly over the past five years.
Read moreDevelopment Application – Mosman Drill Hall lighting
The Harbour Trust has resolved to accept a Development Application from Mosman Council for the installation of lights on the netball courts adjacent to the Drill Hall.
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