The Mosman community and beyond gathered in their hundreds on 8 November 2022 to recognise the 25th Anniversary of the Headland Preservation Group (HPG).

The Annual General Meeting will be held at 6.30 pm on Wednesday 7 September 2022 at Mosman Square Seniors Centre, Spit Junction, Mosman NSW 2088.

Twenty-five years ago, the NSW Premier Bob Carr, a staunch environmentalist, announced that the NSW Government would not allow residential or commercial development of the precious open spaces on Middle Head and Georges Heights.

Brian Wilder was a great champion from the beginning of HPG’s campaigns to put and keep Harbour Trust lands in public hands. He was indomitable in fighting for his beloved Middle Head.

On 24 July 2021, the Mosman community lost a life-long contributor with the death of Rob Bagnall, aged 71, from pulmonary fibrosis. HPG mourns the loss of this accomplished, astute and highly-respected colleague and friend.

Jill L’Estrange discusses the history, the challenges and the need to keep advocating to save public lands from long term leases on Radio Northern Beaches.

Following the Bill’s passing both houses of Parliament, the Headland Preservation Group (HPG) is pleased to advise that the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust Amendment Bill 2021 has now received Royal Assent.

It seems First Nations heritage has been elevated to become the primary focus of the Trust’s vision for Cockatoo Island. The elevation of these elements must not be at the expense of the industrial, maritime and social history of the island.

The Amendment Bill had its Second Reading on Tuesday 1 June 2021. Debate was unanimously in support of the Bill.

The provision that leases will not extend beyond 35 years is a positive outcome for both the community and the Trust.

“Fake grass may be greener, but much hotter and less friendly to environment” Story by Julie Power, Sydney Morning Herald, March 14, 2021

HPG’s focus on the adaptive re-use of 10 Terminal as an interpretation centre was made loud and clear.