National Trust Magazine August - October 2014

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NATIONAL TRUST (NSW)

NATIONAL TRUST

MAGAZINE amazing stories, every moment

IN THIS ISSUE: MARGARET OLLEY’S PAINTING SPACES RECREATED

TRIBUTES TO NATIONAL TRUST ‘GREATS’ | TREASURES FROM OUR ARCHIVES

FROM THE PRESIDENT

IAN CARROLL OAM

Over the Easter period, three National Trust leaders passed away. Each is recognised in a special tribute in this magazine. The Trust Board and wider ‘Trust community’ sends our sincere condolences to their families.

The Hon Barry O’Keefe AM QC GCSG was elected as Trust President in 1991.

This was a very difficult time for the Trust, which was emerging from a period in administration. Over 15 years until 2006, when health issues and long hours forced him to rationalise his formidable range of commitments, Barry led the Trust through a time when threats to heritage were morphing into new realms of complexity.

It was the start of a new era, where government ‘visions’ and major development opportunities prompted legislative changes able to override the heritage protection put in place in the 1970s.

Barry was indefatigable in his opposition to what he saw would be irreplaceable losses, with direct impacts on built and natural environments, and communities.

It was a very different era when Lloyd Sommerlad joined the Trust in the early 1950s; a time of bulldozers, dust and legendary campaigns which saved whole suburbs, including The Rocks and Paddington.

As a Member of the NSW Legislative Assembly and consummate communicator, Lloyd was able to gain much government support for the Trust through his addresses to Parliament, while raising widespread public awareness of the value of heritage.

Through his contribution to the Trust Board and as a volunteer in our Southern Highlands Branch, Alan Terrill gave an immense amount of time working to protect the unique environmental and built heritage of the region. He was a wonderful example of the community commitment and drive which is the backbone of the Trust and will be sadly missed.

Nominations for Board Elections.

Nominations for election to the 2015 Board will be called soon. In his CEO’s message to you, Brian Scarsbrick reiterates the importance I stressed in the previous issue of the magazine, of putting forward candidates who will bring the professional and corporate expertise needed by the National Trust to take us into what will undoubtedly be a challenging future. Until changes can be made to the National Trust Act, which will allow the Trust to identify and appoint the set of skills it needs, we rely on you, our members, to nominate and vote with the greatest of care. The future of the Trust lies in your hands.

The National Trust of Australia (New South Wales) Watson Road, Observatory Hill, The Rocks, Sydney 2000 GPO Box 518, Sydney 2001 P: (02) 9258 0123 F: (02) 9251 1110 www.nationaltrust.org.au/nsw Patron: Her Excellency Professor Marie Bashir AC CVO,

Governor of NSW President: Ian Carroll OAM CEO: Brian Scarsbrick AM The NSW National Trust Magazine is published by the National Trust of Australia (NSW) in February, May, August and November. Published articles reflect the opinions of the authors and are not necessarily those of the National Trust.

Editor: Angela le Sueur Designer: Charlotte Holmes à Court

Editorial Committee:

Brian Scarsbrick AM, Angela le Sueur,

Anne Weinman, Charlotte Holmes à Court

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ON THE COVER: Margaret Olley’s Home and Studio. Photo: Justin Ealand.

Courtesy of Tweed Regional GalleryFull story page s 10 - 11

FROM THE CEO BRIAN SCARSBRICK AM

As the Miss Fisher Murder Mysteries Exhibition finishes its 3 month run at Old Government House (OGH) in Parramatta park, it is apparent that the staff and volunteers have done an outstanding professional job in spite of the short lead time given to secure and set up the high class displays.

The exhibition was visited by 23,600 people and generated almost $300,000 profit. Our sincere appreciation goes to David Hoffman, Manager OGH; Anne Weinman, Director Enterprise & Human Resources; Anne Richmond, Retail Coordinator; and the volunteers and staff for making it all happen in a way that brings credit to the whole National Trust (NSW). Already we are in negotiation to bring a new exhibition to NSW entitled ‘Love, Desire and Riches’ for next financial year.

I am pleased to confirm that this financial year the National Trust of Australia (NSW) will make a bottom line surplus without selling a property for the first time in over 10 years.

While next year we will struggle to repeat this years financial performance, I am confident that the Trust has ‘turned the corner’ financially and we will be able to start building our capacity to better conserve and protect Australia’s important heritage.

BOARD ELECTIONS The National Trust is approaching the time of year when six of the elected 12 members of the National Trust Board must stand down, either to put themselves forward for re-election or to retire.

At the same time, nominations are called from our membership, to put forward other candidates who wish to serve on the Board.

The Board sets the vision and determines policy directions for the Trust. It is a demanding, but exciting responsibility, which includes the challenges of balancing tight budgets against the costs of caring for nationally significant properties and collections, campaigning to protect heritage of all kinds from threat, and ensuring good governance in everything we do.

To do this we need people who understand all aspects of what it takes to run what is, in essence, a complex professional enterprise operating in a challenging and changing environment.

Please nominate and vote carefully. It is essential that the Board is possessed of the skills to negotiate at the highest level while attracting widespread community support, if we are to fulfil our commitment to the ongoing protection of heritage.

NOTICE TO ALL MEMBERS

NATIONAL TRUST - ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The AGM of National Trust members will be held from 9.30am to approximately 11am on Saturday 29 November 2014 in the S.H. Ervin Gallery, Observatory Hill.

Motions put forward by members for consideration must be received by the Public Officer at least 42 days before the meeting, be signed by the member and seconded by another member. Other matters for discussion must be outlined in writing, signed by a member and received by the Public Officer at least 7 days before the meeting.

2014 ELECTION, BOARD OF DIRECTORS Nomination forms and information packs will be available from mid August. Candidates must be financial members of the NSW National Trust and be proposed and seconded by other financial members.

Nominations close at 5pm, Friday 12 September.

To receive the election pack please contact the Returning Officer, National Trust Centre, ssomavarman@nationaltrust.com.au or ring 02 9258 0123.

OPINION MILLERS POINT SELLING A PUBLIC LEGACY

BY DONALD ELLSMORE

Millers Point is a priceless example of an historic harbourside residential precinct surviving largely intact in the shadow of a highrise global city. It is still possible to wander its streets and back lanes and experience a sense of the history of the place, with its unique blend of historic buildings, quaint authentic details and a strong connection with the working harbor. All this is threatened by the looming spectre of a glittering emperor’s playground at Barangaroo and the displacement of families whose forebears provided the labour that made Sydney a great maritime city. It would be a travesty if the authentic character of the area is swept away in a tide of misguided makeovers of the kind that have occurred there since 2008.

The decision by the NSW Government to sell nearly 300 homes and displace almost 400 Millers Point residents has sent shock waves through the community, including some who were born there or whose families have lived there since the earliest days of settlement. The earlier decision by the former Labor Government to sell 99 year leases in the area, combined with the latest Coalition Government decision, reveal how poorly equipped the State is to effectively manage the heritage values of the historic Millers Point precinct.

Why is this happening? Why is it not possible to see beyond the immediate real estate value of the area and consider how its tired but dignified character actually contributes a great deal to the economy and appeal of the global city of Sydney? How is it possible that elected decision makers fail to see that the derisory return after costs of the sale of these properties will be soon frittered away, yet the sales will cause the irretrievable loss of the authentic character of an area greatly loved and admired by the majority of Australians and tourists alike – the birthplace of this nation? The answer must lie in diminished support for heritage today. Indeed, support for the cultural environment has declined precipitously since the Global Financial Crisis.

The current condition of publicly owned heritage estates in Millers Point and in Woolloomooloo and Glebe demonstrates that the NSW Government is a poor manager of historic housing. Official distaste for the proper maintenance of heritage-listed residential places was revealed by former Community Services Minister, Pru Goward, who boasted in a SMH opinion piece that she would not allow any part of the public housing budget to be spent maintaining places at Millers Point.

However, as the owner, the State has a legal obligation to maintain those places. Under provisions of Section 118 of its own Heritage Act 1977 it must meet minimum standards of maintenance necessary to prevent serious or irreparable damage or destruction. However, in the fronts of historic properties at 46, 48 and 50 Argyle Place today, the original verandah fabric is in a state of near collapse, with extensive wood decay, termite damage and botched repairs.

Is this the best that the State can offer with our most precious heritage? The Government fails to live up to the very standards and conditions that it expects of private owners.

Others manage it better, most notably the French. Recent examples like La Tour Bois-le-Pretre in Paris illustrate how social housing can be cleverly upgraded whilst maintaining a community and its living heritage intact. It is not necessary to invent a new model. Neither is it wise to ignore the evidence of past mistakes. Diversity is what makes cities great. Old buildings in authentic condition provide opportunities that new buildings and ‘old buildings made new’ do not provide—including opportunities for less-well-to-do community members. Old buildings have values that transcend the modern.

They have character, charm and a soul. They should look old, but well maintained and loved. They should not shine like new pins.

Nevertheless, I concede that some of the houses in Millers Point – including many of the villas and large terraces - are unsuited for public housing and therefore should be transferred in an orderly fashion, and over a number of years, to other custodians.

From this point, it is essential that heritage processes are diligently observed so that future changes to places are well informed and properly monitored. The public housing that was purpose-built following the 1901 bubonic plague should be suitably upgraded, but with its authentic Federation character retained intact. Groups of nineteenth-century terraces should be maintained as whole buildings with their unified authentic exterior character intact, irrespective of individual ownership or use. No-one should be permitted to paint their part in ‘tasteful’ tones of grey or any other prevailing fashion hues, or install a coloured metal roof without demonstrating credibly that there is no alternative viable option for maintaining the authentic fabric and finishes. The values of housing in the area for the full spectrum of the community should be maintained.

To achieve this outcome the NSW Government will need to reverse its decision to sell wholesale, and empower its social housing and heritage agencies to do their job and work collaboratively to achieve a better outcome for the community, the place and the nation.

Dr Donald Ellsmore is Associate Professor at the University of Melbourne, Convenor of the APT Australasia Chapter, and a Fellow of APTI (Association for Preservation Technology International) ellsmore@optusnet.com.au

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HERITAGEAWARDS2014 THE NATIONAL TRUST 2014 HERITAGE FESTIVAL

The theme for the 2014 National Trust Heritage Festival was ‘Journeys’, a theme which inspired creative and exciting explorations of journeys of all kinds in over 300 Festival events organised by government, cultural, community and other groups throughout the state. Events celebrated the journeys that have been taken by Australians and the nation, from the Indigenous Walkabout to immigrants’ tales.

Special events were also organised by National Trust properties and branches. A favourite theme, which has proved so popular that it is being continued throughout the year, is the celebration of the construction of the Cox’s Road (1814-1815) which opened up the land west of the Great Divide.

THE AWARDS

As always, a major highlight of the Festival was the National Trust Heritage Awards, now in their 20th year. The Presentation of Awards took place in May at the Heritage-Listed Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf. Guest Speaker was NSW Minister, Environment & Heritage, the Hon Rob Stokes MP. MC was Tim Ross. The Judging Panel were: Jacqui Goddard (chair), Graham Quint, Noni Boyd, Helen Wilson, Cameron White and Robyn Christie.

Images from top : Exterior and Interior of Eternity Playhouse, Darlinghurst. Tonkin Zulaikha Greer Architects with City of Sydney. Photos: Tonkin Zulaikha Greer Architects | Newtown Performing Arts High School NSW Public Works, Minister’s Stoneworks program. Photo: Michael Nicholson | Thomas Walker Hospital Boathouse, Concord. NSW Public Works, Minister’s Stoneworks program. Photo: Michael Nicholson | Below: The Hon Rob Stokes, MP | Jacqui Goddard& Graham Quint |Mr Jack Mundey - National Treasure with Michael Willcocks | Robert Power | Hon. Rob Stokes MP with 2014 Lifetime Achievement Award Winner Bob Irving - Photos by Glenn Lockitch

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HERITAGEAWARDS2014 2014 AWARD WINNERS INDIVIDUAL AWARDS

Lifetime Achievement Award Robert Irving Cathy Donnelly Memorial Award Libby Bennett Trade/Skills Award - Trades person/ group of the year Noel T Leach & his company Noel T Leach Builders

CONSERVATION - LANDSCAPE

Winner - Government/Corporate Adelong Falls Gold Mill Ruins Conservation Tumut Shire Council Winner - Community/Individual Man About The House Alfred Productions

CONSERVATION - BUILT HERITAGE

Winners - Government/Corporate Thomas Walker Hospital Boat House - Concord NSW Public Works, Minister’s Stonework Program Newtown Performing Arts High School NSW Public Works, Minister’s Stonework program Conservation of Johnston Street Electricity Substation No 15 Annandale Futurepast Heritage Consulting Pty Ltd, Long Blackledge Architects & Ausgrid Winners - Community/Individual Reopen the Regal Friends of the Regal 5 Alexandra Street - Hunters Hill H P Hawthorne & Co

CONSERVATION - INTERIORS AND OBJECTS

Winner - Government/Corporate Bradleys Head Mast Conservation Project, Sydney Harbour National Park National Parks and Wildlife Service, Hyder Consulting and Freyssinet Australia Pty Ltd. Winner - Community/Individual Kirckman Harpsichord Restoration Carey Beebe Harpsichords

ADAPTIVE RE-USE

Winners - Government/Corporate Eternity Playhouse - Darlinghurst Tonkin Zulaikha Greer Architects with City of Sydney Hartley Revitalisation - Hartley Steven Ring, Hartley Historic Site NSW NPW, Jim Stephany, Truman, Zaniol and Associates Winner - Community/Individual Conservation of 76 Edwin Street North, Croydon Jillian Comber & David Nutley

ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS

Winners - Community/Individual Reopen the Regal - Birmingham Gardens Friends of the Regal Royal National Park Coastal Cabin Communities of Little Garie, South Era and Burning Palms RNP Coastal Cabins Protection League

RESEARCH AND INVESTIGATION / ANALYSIS

Winner - Government/Corporate DEC Schools Stonework Strategy Developed by Government Architects Office for Minister’s Stonework Program Winners - Community/Individual historyofaboriginalsydney.edu.au Prof. Peter Read, University of Sydney Sydney’s Hard Rock Story: The Cultural Heritage of Trachyte Robert Irving, Ron Powell and Noel Irving, Design by Barbara Beckett, Heritage Publications

EDUCATION AND INTERPRETATION

Winner - Government/Corporate Public Sydney: Drawing the City Philip Thalis & Peter John Cantrill, Faculty of Built Environment, University of NSW& Historic Houses Trust of NSW. Winners - Community/Individual The Man from Cox’s River Empress Arts Film Royal Australian Historical Society Western Crossings Project Royal Australian Historical Society, Inside History Magazine, Search Tech.

A Light in the Window, Harper's Mansion Berrima - the place and its people Ann Beaumont

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REMEMBERING Barry O’Keefe

BY ELSA ATKIN

On 24 April this year, Australia lost one of its highest achievers with the death of the Hon Barry O’Keefe AM QC GCSG, President of the National Trust Board from 1991 to 2006 - lawyer, judge, and a fearless and indefatigable champion of heritage, challenging governments and developers to protect significant heritage at risk. He loved heritage of all kinds, and was committed to its preservation and enjoyment by everyone, including himself!

In 1991 he brought his formidable energy and intelligence to the National Trust when he became President of the Board. The Trust was then recovering from financial setbacks which had culminated in a year in administration. Barry came into office with a strong message emphasising the importance of building membership and business and community support, and setting targets for financial recovery. He appealed to everyone in the way only Barry could. ‘I will do my best. Please join me.’ By the end of 1993, the Trust still had an overdraft, but the goal was in sight.

In 1994, I was appointed Executive Director of the Trust, and for just on twelve years I had the privilege of working closely with Barry as the Trust moved from strength to strength. New members and supporters were drawn to the Trust, the increasing professionalism of staff helped to position the Trust at the forefront of campaigns and best practice in conservation; and the volunteer network - the backbone of the Trust throughout the regions - was strengthened.

Barry’s extraordinary powers of argument and his professional status accorded him considerable weight with government, which he used tirelessly to lobby for the protection of heritage at risk.

What made Barry outstanding was his genuine belief in the relevance of and the need for the Trust as the voice of the community, and he devoted considerable effort to truly understand its work in all its complexities.

Challenges came on many fronts, and Barry dealt with them all. Not every campaign was successful – we failed to save wharves 6 and 7 at Walsh Bay - but all served to raise awareness of the fragility of our heritage. Barry said ‘Individuals may feel powerless against the triumvirate of governments, developers and media gurus.

The effectiveness of the National Trust in its role as a counter balance to these powerful forces depends on you, the members, and on broader community support.’

While arguing for more funding and a higher status for heritage from all levels of government, he led Trust campaigns to protect areas of national significance.

Early results included the classification of the Holsworthy Landscape Conservation Area to protect it from development as Sydney’s second airport and a protracted campaign to prevent the sale of Sydney Harbour Defence Lands.

Chairing a Summit in Sydney’s Town Hall In the face of further threats to government owned heritage sites and lands, Barry told a packed house that ‘this is no minor change, this is a revolution in planning, it is a revolution in land use. What are the studies? By whom were they prepared? By whom were they reviewed? And when did Cabinet consider this decision?’

Raising a glass to National Trust volunteers at a National Trust party to thank volunteers during the Trust’s Diamond Anniversary in 2005

Other proposals to develop sites significant to the early colony he challenged where he thought the processes too swift, too disregarding of the need to fully explore the artefacts and stories that might lie beneath the surface before consigning them to obscurity. Of particular note was the successful 2001 Trust campaign he led to save the art moderne former Maritime Services Building on West Circular Quay (MCA) from almost certain demolition and in so doing, also preserving the site of the landing of the First Fleet from redevelopment.

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Barry was at the forefront of the cultural regeneration of the Trust, manifesting itself through reinvigoration of our properties, galleries and events. Through a great deal of effort from us all, the new positioning of the Trust attracted much sought after corporate and government funding support at a very difficult time for fundraising, and this was a most valuable supplement to our conservation and maintenance work for many years.

Barry was always ready to travel far and wide to visit groups in the city and regions and was tremendous in encouraging and enthusing our volunteers and workers. In one Heritage Festival he went to Newcastle, the Blue Mountains, Berrima and then back to Sydney in one weekend – eight events with eight different committees/branches and he officiated at each one with his usual charm! His ability to engage with people was amazing – he would remember the names of all the volunteers and one could quickly see that he was comfortable and enjoyed being with them. He made it his business to know the background to every event, and the people involved, and to thank them individually. He was hugely welcomed wherever he went, and greatly loved.

He loved ceremony and ritual, and thoroughly enjoyed the Trust’s splendid gala events: the glittering launch of our National Treasures, initiated to raise the public profile of the Trust by then Board member, Michael Ball; gala fundraisings such as Ned Kelly Framed; and Australian Icons Framed, exhibition openings at the S.H. Ervin Gallery; and the Bicentenary Federation Ball at Government House. These all raised huge funds for the Trust while attracting invaluable public recognition. Delighted as we were with the results, we always remember being slightly less than enthusiastic when, usually the next day when we were all collapsing with exhaustion, Barry would telephone to say: ‘ last night’s event was a tour de force - I loved it. When can we do it again?’

Barry was very accessible and liked to call in unannounced to stroll round the office, whistling away, and every now and then would stop to chat with staff. As President, he was always keen to give each board and committee member a chance to say their piece - though he was not always prepared to suffer fools gladly.

While giving his full support to the bigger picture of heritage protection and enjoyment, Barry had his own personal loves.

First and foremost must have been the tiny British racing green Morris Minor which appeared frequently in the Trust car park as he readied himself for a long night as President of the Board – often straight after a day in court where he presided as a Supreme Court Judge. He had a great love of opera and would play his CDs on long drives to regional committee event, sometimes bursting into song .

Barry has left us with wonderful memories and some reminders of his incredible time at the Trust like the many trees he planted! Small in stature but a giant in energy, intellect and compassion, Barry remained a keenly interested and concerned Trust member until his death.

He gave so much of his time, attending early morning and after work meetings and events, late night and weekend drives to properties and branches. Barry was always ready to give good and calming counsel in difficult times. The eloquent and impressive letters which he offered to write to some of our contentious correspondents were legendary and we chuckled as we read them and pitied those at the receiving end.

Barry had a great sense of fun and it was wonderful to have him arrive for a lunchtime sponsors event or an important meeting, still in his judge’s ‘garb’ with the starched bib sticking out of his chest, and regale the guests with a detailed account of the latest gruesome murder case, or some other interesting case on which he had passed judgement! It was great entertainment and our guests couldn’t get enough of it.

The Trust - its board, staff, members and volunteers throughout the state - will always remember him with the deepest respect, and warm affection.

He is survived by his adored wife, Janette, and his five children and grandchildren. Vale Barry and God bless you.

Photos: Clockwise from left - Barry with the late Jennifer Maling at the 2006 National Trust AGM | Barry with David Malouf, then NSW Governor Gordon Samuels and Elsa Atkin at the 2000 National Trust Heritage Lecture | Barry triumphant, having campaigned successfully to save the 1928 Rose Bay sea wall from demolition | Barry in the S.H. Ervin Gallery with artist Colin Lancely and Trust Sponsor, Neill Macpherson, Managing Director of Cresvale Securities (1999)

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our archives

THE TREASURES IN

BY JULIE BLYTH, NATIONAL TRUST ARCHIVIST (NSW)

Visitors to our National Trust Archives are often incredulous as they look around at the bays of library books, arrays of files, boxes and albums stuffed in every corner of the Archive, which take up much of the behind-the-scenes ground floor of the National Trust Centre on Observatory Hill. In these days of digitisation it is rare to find a paper archive, let alone one so full of original documents and precious stories. And yes we also have elderly volunteers beavering away on computers or storing and labelling photographs and plans. Many a grateful researcher has thanked me for providing a copy of a letter or older report which answers a very specific question in their research and which has not been found elsewhere.

The archive records of The National Trust of Australia (New South Wales) date back to 1945 when the organisation was established as a committee under The Forestry Advisory Council of New South Wales. Most of the records, written and photographic, have been generated by the Trust’s work protecting the state’s heritage buildings and sites, or relate to the appropriate conservation and management of Trust properties. But often images and papers from the early years have been donated by retired Trust Councillors and committee members, such as the late Ivor Wyatt, the Hon Lloyd Sommerlad and Helen Armstrong. These later acquisitions give a more complete history of Trust actions.

From time to time, members of the public also donate rare books and reports, images and oral memories relevant to the cultural heritage of the state. Some donated photographs date back to the 1870s, and others have been taken by photographers such as Cazneaux and Dupain. Letters on file come from some surprising sources like Vivien Leigh and Patrick White. Searchable indexes have been created to locate information and images on heritage buildings and sites, Trust properties and Trust people and architect-designed buildings, as well as on library holdings, magazine articles and other Trust publications.

A history of conservation and campaigns

The Trust Archive holds a complex collection of information which reflects the diversity of conservation issues, commitments and activities within the ambit of the Trust and others involved in aspects of conservation. It is a unique source of information about the growth of the conservation movement in protecting both the built and natural heritage of the state, and the conservationists and conservation groups themselves who have worked with the Trust over the years for the same ends. Battles for Kelly’s Bush, The Rocks and Millers Point are well documented and are widely known to exist in the Archive. However there are many other records of lesser known heritage battles, as well as the often amazingly complex conservation works which have been carried out on Trust properties.

First list of heritage sites

Some of the early actions of the Trust have been buried in the archive and almost forgotten. In 1946, while the National Trust was still a small committee under the auspices of the NSW Forestry Advisory Council, it produced a list of 43 individual buildings and places in the state considered worthy of preservation, which were graded as A or B in terms of significance.

This appears to be the first such list published of existing sites of significant heritage. It was the genesis of the National Trust register of heritage sites which now lists over 11,500 heritage items of all kinds.

Top of List A is Elizabeth Farm House, Harris Park. It is described as ‘the oldest house in Australia. Built by John Macarthur in 1793’. The List recommends that ‘The building should be given Prioity 1, but the resumption should be treated with the utmost consideration for the family in possession’, (who bought it to protect it from demolition).

Other heritage identified in the List includes St James Church, Hyde Park Barracks and The Mint Building, described as together constituting ‘an interesting Georgian corner in a modern city’. Cadman’s Cottage, and The Military Hospital ‘now the front building of the Fort Street Girls’ School – built in 1815’ (and now the National Trust Centre), Government House, Parramatta, Macquarie Watch House at La Perouse, the Historic Cemetery at Camperdown, St John’s Cemetery in Parramatta, Governor Phillip’s landing place at Camp Cove, Ebenezer Church in Pitt Town, the Lennox Bridges at Lapstone and Parramatta, and Fernholme, Harris Park, which is noted as being ‘ too old and good to be handed over to demolition’.

Fortunately all of the A List group still exist. The retention of Hyde Park Barracks, identified on the A list, was one of the first Trust campaigns in 1947. The preservation of all of the Macquarie buildings in Macquarie Street was vigorously campaigned in letters to the press by the Trust. Press cuttings and copies of the flyers are held in the Trust Archive. Again through a series of letters to the press the Trust succeeded in convincing the government to restore the GPO clock tower, another Macquarie building.

Most B sites still exist and are classified by the Trust, some in better condition than others. The ‘old pilgrim inn at Blaxland’ was destroyed by fire in 1968 and only ruins survive today. Unfortunately a Macquarie building on the B list, the ‘old cottage in Fort St School’, known as the original Surgeon’s Barracks building from the military hospital time was demolished in 1947 ‘without warning’, to the horror of Adrian Ashton, President of the National Trust at the time. Obviously more than a list was required to ‘stop the destruction’ in the words of National Trust Founder, Annie Wyatt. Other sites include ecclesiastical heritage, significant residences, cottages, a windmill (Mt Gilhead near Appin) and even the ‘area around the ford where Blaxland, Wentworh and Lawson crossed the Nepean in 1813’.

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This page - Ebenezer Church built 1809; the oldest existing church in Australia (A-Listed) Facing Page- Mt Gilead Windmill at Appin still stands, although not in working order. It is very visible along the ridge along with associated dairy buildings.

(B-Listed) | Croissy at Hunters Hill; one of four French pre-cut wooden houses dating from 1854. It was demolised in the early 1970s but is survived

by The Chalet, the last of the four. (B-Listed) | Sydney Royal Mint in 1870 (built between 1811 and 1816), originally part of the Sydney Hospital group (A-Listed) | Macquarie Watch Tower, La Perouse, c1822, photographed before the fire of 1957 which destroyed all but the tower (A-Listed)

Heritage sites and buildings seem to be continually under threat despite listings by the National Trust and government. The Trust files often reveal a series of Trust objections to very similar if not the same development applications being presented to local Councils for approval over a period of 20 years or more. Some of the earliest battles to save heritage sites are still current. So a large proportion of the older records will always be in use as a primary source and needs to be readily accessible. For example, in order to respond to current proposals we now need to know all about Millers Point’s early history, what was said in the 1970s and later in the 1980s.

Quoting earlier letters gives weight to our arguments in defending heritage sites. Showing early photographs of heritage places in their prime is also a valuable tool in their conservation.

So this archive of ‘old records’ has a very current use. The records on Trust properties are similarly important today, with their details of past conservation works and background information which informs conservation works and interpretations carried out today at these precious heritage places in the care of our small, under-resourced but determined organisation which has achieved some amazing outcomes.

Photographs and information sourced from the Archive files and collections.

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MOVING MARGARET OLLEY’S STUDIO

BY CHRISTINE FRANCE Most National Trust members are familiar with the re-created interiors of Trust properties but, for the Tweed River Art Gallery, such an exercise was a completely new experience.

Following Margaret Olley’s death in 2011, it was revealed that one of her last wishes was that her studio should become a focal point for the Margaret Olley Art Centre to be established at the Tweed River Art Gallery, in the area where she had spent the happiest years of her childhood.

Olley was a hoarder, nothing was ever thrown out; kilim rugs were placed one on top of the other, and every surface was covered. All the things that she collected were chosen for their shape, colour or texture; they were objects which she would include in her paintings but they also created a magical interior.

Recognising that recreation of the studio would be akin to an archaeological dig, museologist Sally Watterson was appointed project manager and hundreds of forensic photographs were taken to record the rooms exactly as Olley had left them.

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The Tweed River Art Gallery was designed by architect Bud Brannigan

to be built in three stages.i As the third stage was yet to be built it offered the perfect opportunity to house the Olley Studio as well as an exhibition area, educational workshop, library, multimedia space, storage area and a stand-alone artist-in-residence.ii After visiting the recreated Francis Bacon studio in Dublin, Brannigan decided to house the studio within the new gallery by replicating the external walls and using the original doors and windows from the Paddington site. Many people were upset that the museum could not be retained in Paddington but issues of access and parking, plus health and safety issues, made this an impossibility. Olley had always been a great supporter of regional galleries and it was her wish to give to areas which had limited access to cultural activities.

We then had to decide what would be taken from the studio. Not wishing to sanitise the space we decided to take everything, apart from items such as food which could carry infestations into a museum environment. It was also agreed that archival material be housed at the Art Gallery of New South Wales archive library where there was easy access for scholars.

SHERVIN EXHIBITIONS UNTIL 14 SEPTEMBER SALON DES REFUSÉS Our ‘alternative’ selection from the hundreds of entries to the Archibald and Wynne Prizes from the works not selected for the finalist exhibition at the Art Gallery of New South Wales.

Each year our guest selectors go behind the scenes to select the exhibition. The Salon has an excellent reputation, and the criteria for the works selected are quality, diversity, humour and experimentation, covering themes such as contemporary art practices, innovative approaches to portraiture and the artist's responses to the landscape. Visitors can vote in the Holding Redlich People’s Choice Award for their favourite work. Principal Sponsor: Holding Redlich

18 SEPTEMBER – 2 NOVEMBER FIVE DECADES AT WATTERS GALLERY 109 Riley Street, East Sydney Enquiries: 02 9331 2556 The Watters Gallery opened in Darlinghurst in 1964, and since then has been one of the leading commercial galleries on the Sydney arts scene. Led by Frank Watters, Geoffrey Legge and Alexandra Legge, Watters Gallery has represented significant artists of every era and this exhibition will feature artists including Tony Tuckson, Robert Klippel, James Gleeson, Richard Larter, Ken Whisson and Euan Macleod in an exhibition which also traces the developments of the visual arts in Sydney over the past five decades.

2014 PORTIA GEACH MEMORIAL AWARD The first problem was finding somewhere to work. Every surface was covered and tracks between furniture severely limited.

Watterson decided to free up some floor space by sending a wooden swing from Rajasthan up to the Tweed. This gave her room for a small table and her computer. From this point she worked around the room in a spiral from the periphery to the centre. Objects were identified, measured, photographed and numbered with all details entered on a database which would enable their later placement at the Tweed.

Entries to the Portia Geach Memorial Award for women artists are open until mid September.

Enter at thetrustcompany.com.au/awards/ portia-geach-memorial-award/ Award Administrator: The Trust Company, as Trustee, Part of Perpetual

Over a two year period Watterson, later assisted by Anna Pagel, catalogued and packed 21,000 objects including 130 jugs, 50 tea pots, 57 coffee pots and 84 vases, while I extracted and filed archival material for the Art Gallery of New South Wales.

In February this year Watterson and Pagel moved to Murwillumbah and began unpacking to create a perfect replica of the original rooms complete with cigarette buts and chocolate wrappers.

Olley always had a great affection for the National Trust and the S.H.Ervin Gallery. In 1990 it hosted her first retrospective and in 1996 she was voted by the public to be a National Trust Living Treasure. It is hoped that the S.H.Ervin will benefit from her legacy with some support for a yet to be finalised exhibition program.

JACQUI GRANTFORD Complex Simplicity (Jacki Weaver, actor)

The Gallery was built on land donated by former Deputy Prime Minister Doug Anthony and his wife, arts patron Margo Anthony. It affords spectacular views across the Tweed Valley ii The latter was gifted by Tim Fairfax in memory of his mother, Nancy

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Images- The Green Kitchen, Hat Factory. Photo: Justin Ealand. Image courtesy of Tweed Regional Gallery | The Yellow Room - detail. Photo: Justin Ealand. Image courtesy of Tweed Regional Gallery | Margaret Olley in her Green Kitchen, 2006. Photo: Christopher Shain

Watson Road, Observatory Hill, The Rocks, Sydney shervingallery@nationaltrust.com.au | 02 9258 0173

shervingallery.com.au

Tuesday-Sunday 11am-5pm. Closed Mondays, public holidays & for exhibition changeover

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TRIBUTE TO THE HON LLOYD SOMMERLAD 1919-2104 EDITED FROM AN ORAL HISTORY. NATIONAL TRUST ARCHIVES April 2014 saw the end of an era with the death of one of the Trust’s longest standing, and most influential members, the Hon Lloyd Sommerlad.

Described officially as Media Association Executive and International Civil Servant, Lloyd’s career encompassed senior roles in the Australian media and cultural organisations which included two contracts with UNESCO in Paris (1961-1965, and 1970-1977) and in Kuala Lumpur (1977-1979), where he worked to promote education and communications in the third world.

He was a member of the NSW Legislative Council from April 1955 to April 1967 where much of his work was dedicated to the betterment of the environment and promotion of heritage.

Lloyd Sommerlad joined the National Trust in 1953 when he heard of the threat to St Malo (1850), one of many highly significant stone houses in the Hunters Hill peninsula which were in the path of the proposed Gladesville Bridge. At the same time, having been born in Tenterfield and with a personal interest in its history, his attention was caught by the national appeal to preserve and restore the Tenterfield School of Arts.

He was elected to the Trust Council in 1955 and its Executive Committee in 1956, and was President from 1960-1961.

This was an important time for the Trust; the start of a decade which saw Trust membership soar as public awareness of the value of heritage and its contribution to community grew, and outrage at the rate of destruction escalated. Two losses in particular fuelled the rage; the 1961 demolition of St Malo despite widespread protest, followed by the 1835 property Subiaco, which fell victim to a factory extension.

As a member of the NSW Legislative Council at the time, Lloyd helped to raise the profile of the Trust by speaking on issues affecting heritage and the environment. In particular he addressed three important pieces of legislation which directly affected the Trust; the Tenterfield School of Arts Bill which invested its custodianship in the Trust, the National Trust Act and, some years later, The Old Government House Bill which appointed the National Trust as its Trustee.

St Malo, Hunter’s Hill

Lloyd considered his main contribution at this time however, to be his role in persuading the Trust Council to establish a Women’s Committee to stimulate membership, raise funds and promote social contact between members. Following an informal meeting in Lloyd’s home and greatly encouraged by his wife, Mavis, the Women’s Committee was formed with Lady Lloyd Jones as Patron, (Dame) Helen Blaxland as Chair, Mavis Sommerlad as Vice-Chair and other luminaries including Rachel Roxburgh as members. The contribution to the Trust of the Committee has been, and still is, legendary.

Working overseas with UNESCO for four years, on his return he was re-elected to the Trust Council in 1968 and was appointed Vice-President before returning to UNESCO for nine years.

On his return to Australia, Lloyd continued his very active support for the Trust, bringing a voice of carefully considered reason to the complex issues which are part and parcel of the Trust’s commitment to the nation’s heritage. Among these, he emphasised the need to speak out without fear or favour for the protection of heritage, irrespective of government and other pressures. He questioned the Trust ‘s then practice of accepting endowments of property and collection items which were at risk but not accompanied by provisions for future management, and raised the difficult question of where to draw the line in insisting that heritage be preserved where no source of funding was forthcoming.

One the Trust’s longest standing members and most measured and committed source of support, the Hon Lloyd Sommerlad will be greatly missed. The Trust sends sincere condolences to his family.

Photos: National Trust Archives

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The Hon Lloyd Sommerlad, 1960

Subiaco

TRUST FRIENDS VOLUNTEER AWARDS

Two of the highly prestigious annual NSW Heritage Council Awards to volunteers went this year to volunteers with the National Trust.

One to the guides at Saumarez Homestead, Armidale, the other to Richard and Lee Steele for their contribution to Miss Traill’s House and the heritage of the Bathurst Region.

The Saumarez guides were congratulated in the Citation for Awards for their educated, informative and enjoyable interpretation of a complex property; a role made more challenging given that annual visitation at the property has soared in recent years, thanks to staff, volunteers and support from the local community.

As leader of the Volunteer Miss Traill’s House & Garden Management Committee since its inception in 2009, Richard Steele has organised major repairs by volunteers to the property, and its positioning as a financially sustainable tourist destination in the region. In her long-standing role on the Trust’s Bathurst & District Branch of which she was chair for five years, Lee has researched much local heritage, has inspired community interest and raised the profile of Bathurst as a city celebrating heritage in the contemporary urban environment.

Left: Bev and Brian Eichorn accepted the Award for Saumarez Volunteers, presented

by NSW Heritage Council Chair, Professor Lawrence Nield Right: Lee and Richard Steele

DRINKS AT GROSSMAN

The National Trust Women’s Committee country weekend in historic Morpeth started in style with a drinks party in the 1870s mirror-image, Victorian Grossmann and Brough Houses, Maitland. Illuminated with candles and gas (the properties were among the first in the region to be gas lit). The local committee turned on a delicious spread before contributing to a wonderful weekend; a special look at the history and heritage of the lower Hunter Region to end a great National Volunteers’ Week.

Clockwise from top - Dr Philip Rasmussen, Toni Maher, Emeritus Professor Ross Griffith | Some of the fabulous volunteers at Grossman House | Lyn Wykes, Pamela Griffith and Anne Carroll

OBITUARY

ALAN TERRELL 1928-2014

Berrima residents were saddened by the passing of Alan Terrell who died peacefully at the age of 85 in his home in March this year after a short illness. Alan played a leading role in Berrima’s small community and was one of a group of people responsible in 2006 for keeping Harper’s Mansion within the National Trust.

He chaired the Harper’s Mansion executive for several years, working tirelessly to implement the business plan that had been submitted to the Trust, and to build the Friends of Harper’s Mansion, a community of volunteers. In doing so he laid the foundations for what has become one of the Trust’s most successful properties, attracting around 6000 visitors each year. With his wife, Jeannie, who helped in Harper’s National Trust Shop, he continued to welcome visitors to the house long after he resigned the chairmanship in 2009.

Alan also served as a member of the National Trust Board for two years, and his efforts were recognised in the commendation from the Trust which he was awarded in November 2010.

Prior to retirement and his very active interest and involvement with the Trust, Alan lived a life of adventure, excitement and achievement. He was born in India during the penultimate decades of the British Raj, moving to Australia in 1946 as Partition and likely turbulence became imminent. Following an engineering degree at Queensland University, he got the ‘flying bug’. He joined Qantas in 1955 flying DC-3s, DC-4s and Catalinas, and later the Boeing 707 and the B747, the start of a career which saw him based for some time in Papua New Guinea and then London, and culminated in his appointment as General Manager of Operations at Qantas and CEO of Australia Asia airlines.

During his years in the air, Alan flew the Queen on a number of occasions, the Pope and various Prime Ministers, including Gough Whitlam on his first visit to China. He flew the first flight to the Antarctic, but perhaps the highlight of his career was evaluating the Concorde in the early 1970s, which he flew on a number of occasions in both the UK and Australia.

In his last years, Alan brought his tremendous energy and commitment to the Southern Highlands, and to the National Trust’s Harper’s Mansion which continues to move from strength to strength. He will be much missed and the Trust sends sincere condolences to his wife, Jeannie, and family.

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PLANNING A HOLIDAY? Book to see the best of the world NOW, with the National Trust.

NORTHERN ITALY: LAKES, MOUNTAINS & THE RIVIERA

Since 1978 the National Trust Tours Committee has delighted our members with special tours in Australia and overseas which are planned to maximize experience, comfort and special insights into heritage - built, cultural and environmental. Our tours are planned to minimize packing and unpacking. Our guides are committed to the National Trust and our members.

They volunteer their time to bring their detailed knowledge of people and places to take you beyond tourism, to give you special insights and wonderful memories you will never forget.

So, as well as travelling with people who have similar interests to your own – by taking our tours you know you are supporting the National Trust - and heritage everywhere.

SEE NEW TOUR BELOW, TO THE SCOTTISH ISLES AND HIGHLANDS...

The 2014 tour is fully booked so a repeat is planned for May 2015, tailor made for National Trust members in conjunction with Ugo and Barbara Mariotti, who have been conducting enjoyable Trust tours in Italy over the past 12 years. Unpack only twice as we stay in centrally located hotels; first in Como, set in an idyllic landscape of mountains on the lake of the same name, then in the resort of Santa Margherita Ligure in the heart of the Italian Riviera. Visit the spectacular gardens of Villa Carlotta and Villa Melzi, Bellagio, the Swiss town of Lugano and the gloriously decorated Certosa di Pavia. Leisurely daily excursions on the Riviera include Portofino, the famous villages of the ‘Cinque Terre’ coastline and the heritage listed small port of Porto Venere. A day tour to Lucca, one of the most beautiful towns in northern Tuscany, is also included.

Tour Leader: Loma Priddle - 0402 971 426 Enquiries: David Smith, Travel on Capri - 1800 679 066

SOUTHERN STATES OF THE USA

21 September-2 October 2014 This is your last chance to book for the tour of the Southern States of America. You will visit Savannah's beautiful historic district including its lovely squares and River District. See Charleston's Museum Mile, which features the richest concentration of cultural sites open to visitors, colonial Williamsburg and Monticello, the plantation home of Thomas Jefferson, Founding Father responsible for the Declaration of Independence and the third President of the USA. Tour Leader: Lorraine Collins - 0439 947 479 Enquiries: David Smith, Travel on Capri - 1800 679 066

18-30 May 2015

Portofino

NEW ZEALAND: TOP OF THE SOUTH ISLAND

14-23 March 2015 The great success of our tour to the southern lakes in New Zealand has inspired this fascinating exploration of the Marlborough and Nelson regions of the South Island in conjunction with Homestead Tours. Visits will include exceptional gardens, private country houses and estates which are not open to the general public, world class vineyards and the thermal pools at Hanmer! The scenic drive along the Kaikoura coast is always a special adventure as is our one day cruise in a private launch in the beautiful Marlborough Sounds. March is the perfect time of year to visit this region. The tour includes top quality accommodation, travel by luxury coach, admission to all venues and most meals.

Tour Leader: Jill Bunning - 0439 321 164 Enquiries: David Smith, Travel on Capri - 1800 679 066

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Leslie Hills near Hanmer

SEE NEW TOUR: SCOTTISH ISLES AND HIGHLANDS August/September 2015

This unique tour combines a cruise of the Scottish Isles with a tour of the Highlands. Your journey begins with a six day cruise aboard a chartered traditional wooden fishing boat lovingly converted to provide charming and spacious accommodation with every comfort. The coastline of the Hebrides, one of the most unspoiled and beautiful natural environments in the world, has breathtaking scenery and provides a haven for wildlife. We will cruise the Sound of Mull and the inner Hebrides past the islands of Rum, Eigg and Muck to approach the island of Skye from the Sound of Sleat, making Skye the most magical and beautiful place to visit from the sea. Interesting places we will explore include the island of Mull, Otter Haven and iconic Eilean Donan Castle, set at the meeting point of three lochs. At the end of our cruise we board our bus for a tour of the Highlands, visiting ancient castles such as Castle Fraser, one of the grandest Scottish Baronial tower houses. An overnight stay on the ancient island of Orkney will include a visit to a 5000 year old village. We will travel through stunning mountains, lochs and villages on the way to our journey's end in Edinburgh.

As this tour is limited to 10 people due to the number of cabins available on our cruise boat, it is recommended that you book early.

Tour Leader: Lorraine Collins - 0439 947 479 Expressions of interest: David Smith, Travel on Capri - 1800 679 066

A charming cruise awaits you in Scotland

HISTORIC GARDEN ISLAND TOUR

Thursday 28 August & Thursday 20 November, 2014 at 10am The Tours Committee has arranged for the Naval Historical Society of Australia to take Trust members on a guided walking tour of the historic sites of Garden Island which are normally off limits to the public. The island was first used as a garden 16 days after the arrival of the First Fleet in 1788. in 1859 it was gazetted as a Naval Depot.

By 1890 the Victorian dockyard was joined to the mainland and by 1945 the Captain Cook graving dock was completed. Catch the 10:05am ferry from Circular Quay wharf #4 ( ferry schedule at time of printing). The tour will commence with morning tea on arrival at Garden Island, lasts approximately 2 hours, and will operate in all weather conditions. Bring a picnic lunch or purchase lunch at the Salthouse Cafe. Cost (includes private tour only- NOT ferry tickets): $25 members only. Bookings: essential.See Ticket Application Sheet page 23. Enquiries: Margaret Durham- 02 9326 2963

MOUNT WILSON FULL DAY TOUR SOUTHERN ITALY: AMALFI COAST & ISLANDS September 24-October 6, 2015

Join us on this exciting new tour with our Italian hosts, Ugo and Barbara Mariotti, whom many of you know from previous tours to Tuscany and Northern Italy. Travel at a relaxed pace and unpack only three times. Our first hotel is in Positano on the Amalfi Coast. This stretch of coastline is on the southern side of the Sorrento peninsula and is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage site. During our stay here, highlights will include the gardens of the Villa Cimbrone in Ravello, the archeological excavations of Pompeii and the Villa San Michele on the isle of Capri. We then spend several nights on Ischia, the largest and arguably most beautiful island of the Bay of Naples, where our sightseeing will include the Aragonese Castle and the Gardens of La Mortella. Our last stop is in Rome for a special ‘off the beaten track’ tour.

Tour Leader: Jill Bunning - 0439 321 164 Enquiries: David Smith, Travel on Capri - 1800 679 066 Montemare, Positano

Opposite: The Award-winning QT Hotel located in the State Theatre and former Gowings Building

Wednesday 24 September, 9.50am at Mt Victoria Station or 10:30am at Mt Wilson Mt Wilson, the heritage garden village in the Blue Mountains, has magnificent cool climate exotic gardens as well as historic houses, natural bushland and rainforest. A fascinating tour has been planned for springtime when the gardens are at their most colourful. The grand avenues with their rows of plane trees, limes, elms, beeches and pink cherries are stunning. Morning tea and lunch are included in a private house and the tour includes visits to three gardens and the unique bath house. A private coach will transfer members between gardens however please note a fair amount of walking is involved.

Trust members travelling by train will be picked up at Mt Victoria Station at 9:50am. The return coach transfer will arrive at Mt Victoria Station 3:50pm. If you are driving to Mt Wilson please meet at Rimon cottage, Waterfall Road, Mt Wilson at 10:30am for morning tea. Please advise if you are travelling by train when booking tickets. Cost (includes morning tea, lunch, all entry fees, coach); $140 members; $148 non-members Bookings: essential.

See Ticket Application Sheet page 23. Tour Leader/Enquiries: Judy Ashton - 0421 630 942

QT HOTEL TOUR

Tuesday 28 October 2014 at 10:00am Visit QT, Sydney's latest boutique hotel, located in the revamped State Theatre and Gowings Department Store building. The QT has overseen a complete transformation of these two wellknown heritage landmarks, and what a result - this is a hotel with an eccentric personality and style! Blending Gothic, art deco and Italianate architecture with cool and quirky interiors, QT Sydney is not your traditional five star hotel. The design team behind the project spent 18 months gathering objets d'art at auction, on eBay and even council cleanups to achieve the quirky look designed to reflect the original use of the heritage buildings, as well as adding an in-your-face modern flourish. Following an inspection of the public areas and a room or two (subject to availability), we delight in a morning tea, QT style. Cost: (includes morning tea); $40 members; $44 non-members. Bookings: essential. See Ticket Application Sheet page 23. Enquiries: Jill Bunning – 02 9798 8914 or 0439 321 164

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LOOKING AT ARCHITECTURE WITH THE NATIONAL TRUST WOMEN’S COMMITTEE

DIARY DATES

PRIVATE HOUSE INSPECTIONS

FOR ALL BOOKINGS PLEASE SEE THE TICKET APPLICATION SHEET, PAGE 23.

Greenwich Day OCT1,8,15&22 Lectures at Lindesay Discover Sydney OCT18&19 Bungendore Weekend Treatt’s Rd Lindfield Day NOV11 Clovelly - Coogee Day Leura Coach Tour NOV20-22 13th Lindesay Xmas Fair Conversations at Lindesay

DISCOVER SYDNEY – ART & ARCHITECTURE

TUESDAY, 26 AUGUST, 10.30AM – 1PM OR 1.30PM – 4PM

GREENWICH DAY

TUESDAY, 12 AUGUST, 10.30AM - 12.30PM or 1PM - 3PM The delightful harbourside suburb of Greenwich was named by boatbuilder George Green who settled there in 1836, later advertising a subdivision at 'Greenwich' suitable for 'respectable citizens, shipwrights and mechanics'. In the 19th and 20th centuries Greenwich, a marine village supplying labour for the maritime industries of the harbour foreshores and Cockatoo Island, later became a favoured home for the well-to-do who built substantial homes on the slopes above the harbour. Today, the splendour of its harbourside site, so close to the CBD, attracts a discerning population determined to preserve the village atmosphere of their historic peninsula.

‘COOLEBAR’, 8 VICTORIA STREET - by courtesy of Bronte Gebler

‘Coolebar’ one of three adjacent houses built in the Federation Style for three sisters in 1904 and now heritage-listed, contains many original architectural features while accommodating the demands of contemporary life. Well sited in an established cottage garden that rises gently from Victoria Street on the west, the house has eastern views to Gore Cove and the Harbour Bridge.

38 LOWER SERPENTINE RD - by courtesy of Garry and Susan Rothwell

Enjoying a magnificent waterside site this house, designed and built by the present owners 40 years ago, then with a young family, has undergone a recent renovation to suit the changing needs of family life.

‘TOORA’, 18 MITCHELL ST - by courtesy of Mark Wilson & Joanna Spillane

A large imposing two-storey house built in 1906 on rising land above Greenwich Point, ‘Toora’ has commanding views over the waterways from the Lane Cove River and the Parramatta River to the Harbour Bridge.

Cost: Bookings: Enquiries:

AUG12 AUG26 SEPT09 SEPT15&16 SEPT20

Members (only)$35,Youth (16-20yrs) $20 Ticket Application Sheet 02 9363 2401 Greenwich Day

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to meet a renowned artist and a leading sculptor in their studios and visit one of Sydney's recently restored grand colonial houses. Visit Emeritus Professor Ross and Pamela Griffith at Bardwell Park to see artist Pamela’s two studios. Pamela will speak about her work in the painting studio and there will be a demonstration of etching in her print studio. Vince Vozzo will welcome visitors to his studio at Enmore where he works mainly in marble, stone and bronze. Both these artists are represented in major private and institutional collections in Australia and overseas.

By courtesy of Australand, we will also visit Tempe House (1833), designed by John Verge overlooking the Cook's River.

Both Tempe House and the nearby c1880 St Magdalene's Chapel have been magnificently restored.

By special arrangement with Bardwell Valley Golf Club visitors will be welcome to stroll across the golf course from Pamela's studio to the Clubhouse for a light lunch (cost not included).

For lunch reservations please phone 02 9567 7600 Cost: $40 Members and Friends Bookings: Ticket Application Sheet.

Directions sent with Tickets

TREATTS ROAD - LINDFIELD DAY

TUESDAY, 9 SEPTEMBER, 10.30AM - 12.30PM or 1PM - 3PM

In the late 19th Century dairy farms bordered the track that has become Treatts Road, down the gully and creek to the present-day Swain Gardens. With the completion of the North Shore railway line 1891, this land came within commuting distance of the city. The well-to-do, escaping the crowded inner suburbs, were able to build substantial houses in expansive grounds within walking distance of the railway.

Retail business thrived, private schools were established and communities grew. Today Treatts Road - a gem of the North Shore - has lost none of its early attraction for families and is as sought-after as ever, retaining many of its early houses and gardens; many now adapted for life in the 21st Century.

‘WAYFIELD’, 54 TREATTS ROAD, LINDFIELD

by courtesy of Malcolm and Prue Sinclair This gracious Edwardian house built before the First World War, has had changes over the years - most recently a major alteration by Linda James, commissioned by the present owners to fit the house for a modern family lifestyle. The established garden has features by Gordon Sykes and by Anthea Dunlop.

‘TREE TOPS’, 42 TREATTS ROAD, LINDFIELD

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by courtesy of the owners A landmark two-storey house set in a large garden, ‘Tree Tops’ was designed by architect William Rae Laurie of Laurie and Heath and completed in 1933 for the Vicars family. The house is a rare example on the North Shore of the Cotswold Tudor style. Some alterations in keeping with the original character have been made more recently.

‘WARRINGTON’, 4 TREATTS ROAD, LINDFIELD

by courtesy of Rob and Kate Hart Built during the First World War as the Arts and Crafts style gave way to the Californian Bungalow, ‘Warrington’ has been renovated by the present owners to suit today’s lifestyle while remaining true to and in sympathy with, the original design of this welcoming and expansive house. Small service rooms at the rear have been replaced by light-filled, family-friendly living areas and a new garden thrives under established neighbourhood trees.

Cost: Members (only) $35, Youth (16-20yrs) $20 Bookings: Ticket Application Sheet Enquiries: 02 9363 2401

SATURDAY, 18 OCTOBER 10AM - 12 NOON AND 2PM - 4PM ‘PALERANG’ MULLOON, BUNGENDORE - by courtesy of Ulli & Sue Tuisk

Settled by the Hyland family in 1825 the house was built in the 1840s as a coaching inn along the old Boro-Mulloon Road.

Majestic Bunya Pine and Atlantic Cedar trees still dominate the large country garden. In the 1960s it was the home of renowned Australian poet David Campbell. Mick Jagger stayed here while the film ‘Ned Kelly’ was being made in 1968. Prior to the present owners taking possession 16 years ago, the house was inhabited by wombats and possums.

‘DOUGHBOY HILL’, KINGS HIGHWAY, BRAIDWOOD

by courtesy of Victoria Holthouse A large Georgian style, modern house located on the ridge of the Great Dividing Range. A chain of ponds in the park-like garden leads to the house with its delightful walled garden on the northern side. Beyond, the property runs mainly sheep with a boutique vineyard and olive grove nearby.

Lindfield Day

TAPESTRIES AND GARDENS: TWO-DAY COACH TOUR TO LEURA MONDAY 15, TUESDAY 16, SEPTEMBER

With the first flush of springtime comes a fabulous opportunity. The Garden Panel of the Women's Committee invites you to enjoy four stunning Blue Mountains gardens. Guided by horticulturist, Peggy Muntz, you will visit the National Trust's own historic Everglades with its stunning views and restored Paul Sorensen designed gardens and three delightful private gardens which are home to beautiful plants, including some rare varieties. In addition to the gardens, we have access to a display of exceptional tapestries by the internationally renowned Robert Brain, in his own home. Coach departs cnr. York and Margaret Streets, City, at 9am on Monday, 15 September. Please be at the departure point at 8.30am. Return Tuesday, 16 September at approximately 6.30 pm.

Cost: Includes coach travel, dinner, bed and breakfast at Fairmont Resort (02 4785 0000) two lunches and entry to all gardens and tapestry exhibition.

Twin Share Single Bookings: Enquiries:

Members $446.00, Friends $496.00 Members $562.00, Friends $612.00 Ticket Application Page Peggy 02 9968 1915 or 0409 124 221 or Rossie 0419 461 484

HISTORIC BUNGENDORE WEEKEND SATURDAY 18, SUNDAY 19, OCTOBER Explorer and botanist Allan Cunningham visited the district of Bungendore in 1824 and European settlers followed in 1825. In the early twentieth century with its proximity to Lake George, Bungendore was considered a possible site for the new National Capital. Located at the crossroads with Goulburn, Braidwood, Canberra and Cooma there is a range of historic shops and houses which have been carefully restored. The district has long been renowned for fine wool and prime beef production. More recently numerous vineyards have been planted.

FRIDAY 17 OCTOBER, 5.30-7PM DRINKS PARTY - Presbyterian Church Hall, cnr Lowe and Morriset Sts, Queanbeyan. Cost: $20 per person. Bookings: essential. See Ticket Application Sheet.

Doughboy Hill

‘WIRRIWA’, BUNGENDORE

by courtesy of Steve and Debbie Conroy The 1882 house was originally built of limestone from the property with later additions. The interior features cedar joinery and spacious rooms with an attractive patio at the rear.

The house is set in five acres of park-like gardens with dry stone walls and mature trees. Beyond are the woolshed and numerous farm outbuildings on this well-known grazing property.

‘ASHBY’, BUNGENDORE- by courtesy of Richard & Mary Johnston

The house was built by Police Magistrate, Lt Henry Zouch, and his wife Maria in 1836. The large elm trees which dominate the garden are believed to date from that time. Designed as a single storey random stone house it features symmetrical end gables and a central verandah which exhibit many features of old colonial Georgian vernacular architecture. Local architect Bert Read undertook an extension in 1975 with further additions built by the current owners in 2001 and 2008. The property runs a Simmental Cattle Stud.

SUNDAY, 19 OCTOBER 9.30AM - 1 PM 80 TARAGO ROAD, BUNGENDORE - by courtesy of Cassie Osborne

Built by Frank Leahy in 1910 and set amidst a spacious garden with century old elm trees this large Edwardian house features beautiful ornate ceilings, original leadlight windows, tiled floors and marble fireplaces.

‘PICCOLO’, BUNGENDORE- by courtesy of Brian and Marcia Voce

Eighteen years ago the owners built this creative mud brick house on what was formerly Marcia’s herb garden. Now retired, Marcia is a well-known garden designer and the house, planned around a central chimney, has been designed to take advantage of its wonderful setting.

‘ROSEBANK COTTAGE’, BUNGENDORE - by courtesy of Alix Barnett

The weatherboard cottage was built in 1880s with modern extensions at the rear. Behind the house is a splendid hidden garden, originally designed by Marcia Voce.

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LUNCHES AND DINNERS

Saturday Lunch: Bungendore Public School. Cost: $15

Bookings:Essential Sunday: Sausage Sizzle, provided by the ACT National Trust. Venue in Bungendore to be advised with tickets

HOUSE INSPECTION TICKETS

Cost: Members $80, Friends (2 only per member $100 each) Youth: (16 - 20) $25 Bookings: Ticket Application Sheet Enquiries: 02 9363 2401 Accom: Queanbeyan Info Centre: 02 6285 6307

CLOVELLY - COOGEE DAY

TUESDAY, 11 NOVEMBER, 10:30AM - 12:30PM or 1PM - 3PM South-east of Sydney, the coastal suburbs of Clovelly and Coogee lie side by side on the shores of the Tasman sea where steep cliffs, sandy beaches and deep bays provide endless water views and glorious sea bathing. Once known as Little Coogee, Clovelly was renamed in 1913, deriving its name from Clovelly in Devon. The name Coogee is thought by some to be from the Aboriginal word koo-jah. Settlement in the area was sparse until the early 1900s when tramlines made the connection with the city. Nowadays innovative architecture and discerning owners are creating a new look in these spectacular seaside suburbs.

9 CAMPBELL STREET, CLOVELLY

by courtesy of John and Pamela Chauvel This contemporary house, designed by the Architect Mary Ellen Hudson, fits neatly into a narrow hillside site not far from the spectacular cliff side site of the vast Waverley cemetery, and close to the open space of Burroughs Park that follows the shoreline from the headland to the narrow inlet of Clovelly Beach.

6 CLIFFBROOK PARADE, CLOVELLY

(Enter via driveway to 5 Melrose Parade, Clovelly) by courtesy of Duncan Armitage and John Copley Built on a steep site overlooking Gordon's Bay this spectacular house, designed by Erik Rudolfsson and Joseph Alliker, RAAA Architects, has flexible living and work spaces designed to maximise light and air and ocean views. Cliffbrook Parade is a somewhat rugged walking track along the shoreline of Gordon's Bay.

15 GORDON AVENUE, COOGEE

by courtesy of Jacquie and Trevor Folsom Designed by Architect Madeleine Blanchfield and completed two years ago, this innovative, award-winning house takes full advantage of the glorious views from its site overlooking Gordon's Bay. Cost: Bookings: Enquiries:

Members (only) $35, Youth (16-20yrs) $20 Ticket Application Sheet 02 9363 2401 Clovelly - Coogee Day

CONVERSATIONS AT LINDESAY

SATURDAY, 20 SEPTEMBER AT 10AM – 12NOON Lindesay, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling Point (enter via Lindsay Ave) Join us for morning tea/coffee and a talk by Associate Professor Greg De Moore on his fascinating book: ‘TOM WILLS – First Wild Man of Sport’. A love of history and science led the Sydney psychiatrist to spend years researching the extraordinary life and times of the flamboyant, charming and brilliant TOM WILLS, Australia’s first superstar sportsman.

Hear about his role as coach of the first ever, Aboriginal cricket team to tour England. To ensure that cricketers were fit in the off-season he is credited with inventing the rules for Australian Rules Football. This is one CONVERSATION you will never forget! Cost: $25 (members and Friends). Bookings: Ticket Application Sheet.

AUSTRALIAN ARCHITECTURE LECTURES AT LINDESAY Lindesay, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling point (enter via Lindsay Ave) On each of the four following Wednesday mornings, morning tea will be followed by an illustrated lecture at 11am. Each lecture will be given by a prominent Architect or Architectural Historian with a lifelong interest in our architectural heritage.

WEDNESDAY, 1 OCTOBER AT 10:30AM - 12:30PM

Dr James Broadbent AM, well known Architectural Historian, National Trust Curatorial Committee member and author will speak about Early Colonial Houses and Society in NSW.

WEDNESDAY, 8 OCTOBER AT 10:30AM - 12:30PM

Clive Lucas OBE, Architect, National Trust Board member, author and architect responsible for the restoration of many National Trust and other historic properties, will speak on Gothic Revival buildings in NSW and Tasmania.

WEDNESDAY, 15 OCTOBER AT 10:30AM - 12:30PM

Ian Stapleton, Architect and author, and Maisy Stapleton, Architectural Historian and former National Trust Board member, will speak about the Arts and Crafts Movement and Federation Houses in Australia.

WEDNESDAY, 22 OCTOBER AT 10:30AM - 12:30PM

Howard Tanner, Architect, author and former National Trust Board member, will speak on the topic ‘Thoroughly Modern Sydney’, illustrated with photographs taken by Harold Cazeneaux Cost (per lecture): Bookings: Enquiries:

$25 Members, $30 Friends Ticket Application Sheet 02 9363 2401

13th ANNUAL LINDESAY

CHRISTMAS GIFT FAIR

THURSDAY 20, TO SATURDAY 22 NOVEMBER 10AM- 4PM Lindesay, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling Point (Please enter via Lindsay Ave)

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The Annual Fair, held in historic Lindesay and its gardens overlooking Sydney Harbour, raises funds to contribute to the upkeep of the house. You’ll find over 80 stalls with a wide array of appealing gifts. There are delicious lunches and teas at the Courtyard Café. Public transport to the Fair: Train to Edgecliff Station then a complimentary bus shuttle service will run from the top level of Edgecliff Railway Station bus interchange (Stand H) 10am–4pm to Lindesay. Or catch bus number 327 from Gresham St, Circular Quay.

Cost (entry to Fair only): $5. Enquiries: 02 9363-2401

EVENTS CALENDAR AUGUST - OCTOBER 2014

AUGUST HIGH TEA WITH ST JOHNS Saturday 2 August, 2-4pm St Johns Church Hall, cnr Parry & Dawson Sts, Cooks Hill Enjoy a superb High Tea prepared by the volunteers of Miss Porter’s House and members of the Church of which the Porters were parishioners. Cost: $30. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Kathryn- 02 4967 6688 or kpitkin@ix.net.au BOLWARRA HERITAGE WALK Sunday 3 August, 2-5pm Take a stroll through elegant Bolwarra with the Friends of Grossmann House, as we see and hear the history of one of Maitland’s unique suburbs. Afternoon tea will be served in the grounds of a historic house at the end of the walk. There is some uneven terrain; please wear strong shoes. Cost: $20 NT members, $25 nonmembers. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Janece - 02 4933 4450.

LIFTING THE VEIL – HIDDEN PARRAMATTA Tuesday 5 August, 9am-12.30pm Depart Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta This tour includes over 60 significant heritage and cultural sites in and around the City of Parramatta, many of them not generally accessible to the public, but which unfold when visited to enrich the history and fabric of modern Parramatta.

Travel in a comfortable, air-conditioned coach, enjoy professional commentary by renowned local historians and receive a unique tour booklet covering all sites. Cost: $45 NT members, $55 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Brian Powyer – 0411 811 170 or bpowyer@optusnet.com.au or www.quedsol.com.au/hidden.html EARLY SPRING OPEN WEEKEND AT ERYLDENE Saturday 9, Sunday 10 August, 10am-4pm Eryldene Historic House and Garden, 17 McIntosh St, Gordon Magnificent azaleas and camellias will be in bloom. The Garden Café will be open and High Teas are available on Sunday from 2pm – bookings recommended. Cost (includes entrance and tour only); NT/Eryldene members free, $8 non-members, $6 conc, $4 child, $18 family. Cost (high teas only); $24 adult, $10 child (6-12).

Bookings/enquiries: Suzanne- 02 9498 2271 or eryldene@eryldene.org.au BIRD N BUG DAY AT WIRRIMBIRRA SANCTUARY Sunday 10 August, 10am-3pm Wirrimbirra Sanctuary, 3105 Remembrance Driveway, Bargo Come along to see the birds, bees and butterflies that visit the Sanctuary as spring unfolds. A display of birds and bugs by Australian Wild Life Displays will fascinate people of all ages. There will be absolute bargains at the bric-a-brac stall, bush walks along our trails and plenty to eat to keep you going all day. Bookings: no.

Enquiries: Wirrimbirra Sanctuary – 02 4684 1112.

EPHEMERA OF FAMILY HISTORY Sunday 10 August, 1-4pm Miss Porter’s House, 434 King St, Newcastle West Newcastle’s only National Trust House will celebrate National Family History Month with an exhibition called The Ephemera of Family History. Of particular interest is the collection of old greetings cards, letters, photographs and other household records. Cost: NT members free, $6 conc, $8 non-members, $20 family. Bookings: no. Enquiries: Roland Bannister – 0403 324 487 or rsbannister@gmail.com LOOKING AT ARCHITECTURE Greenwich Day Tuesday 12 August, 10.30-12.30pm or 1-3pm With the National Trust Women’s Committee. A private house inspection program for MEMBERS ONLY. For more information please see page 16.

HIGH TEA AND TALK IN THE SOUTHERN HIGHLANDS Wednesday 13 August, 2-30-4pm Garden Room, Annesley, Bowral Be thoroughly entertained as the highly amusing speaker, Campbell McBean, enlightens us with his talk, A Lighthearted Look at why people join organisations such as the National Trust, as you enjoy High Tea (including a glass of sparkling wine) at Annesley. Cost: $40 NT members, $50 non-members. Bookings: essential.

Bookings/enquiries: Mhairi Clark – 02 4861 1388.

ROAD TO BATHURST TOUR Friday 15 August 8.30am to Sunday 17 August - ends at 4pm Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta A three day tour re-tracing the route taken by Governor Macquarie and his entourage when crossing the Blue Mountains to the Bathurst Plains in 1815. Cost (includes all information, handouts, fees, transport, accommodation & meals other than evening dinners); $363 NT members, $396 non-members. Bookings: essential.

Bookings/enquiries: David 9635 8149 or dhoffman@nationaltrust.com.au GHOST NIGHT AT OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE Friday 15 August, 7.30-10.30pm Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta As candlelight flickers through the corridors of this 215-year old house, the ‘presence’ of the first ten governors of the colony and their households surrounds you with tales of the site’s long history. Revisit the scene of a tragic accident and visit places where psychics and guides have had ghostly encounters. Maybe you will too! Share your thoughts over supper. Cost (includes food and drinks); $27 NT members, $30 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Old Government House – 02 9635 8149 or info@friendsofogh.com or www. friendsofogh.com. Visit us on Facebook – Ghost Nights at Old Government House.

HOMESTEAD MARKETS & DEVONSHIRE TEAS AT RIVERSDALE Sunday 17 August, 9am-2pm markets, 9am-3pm teas (3rd Sunday each month) Riversdale Homestead, 1 Maud St/Twynam Drive, Goulburn Enjoy home-made scones, jam and cream in the historic grounds of this 1834 country property before stocking up your larders with home-grown produce of all kinds (including lamb, beef, freshly laid eggs, pies, vegetables, flowers and handicrafts) at the now monthly Homestead Markets. Sausage sizzle too! Cost: free entry to grounds. Enquiries: Ros Loftus – 0414 951 955 or riversdale@ nationaltrust.com.au WOODFORD ACADEMY – PAINTINGS BY MICHAEL HERRON Saturday 16 August, 2-3pm Woodford Academy, 90-92 Great Western Highway, Woodford NSW (on street parking available Woodford Avenue) Exhibition opening and artist talk Saturday 16 August, 10am-4pm Saturday 13 September, 10am-4pm, Sunday 14 September, 12 noon-4pm Saturday 20 September 10am-4pm, Sunday 21 September, 12 noon-4pm Renowned Woodford artist Michael Herron will exhibit his paintings of Woodford Academy and Grounds in the Grand Dining Room as part of this year’s celebration of the 30th year of the Hazelbrook-Woodford Garden Festival. Accepted into this year’s ‘NSW Parliament Plein Air’ painting prize, Michael’s paintings capture the quiet beauty of the Blue Mountains’ oldest surviving building complex and grounds. Cost (museum entry, exhibition and talk): $6 adults, $4 conc and child (4-16 yrs), $15 family (2 adults 2 children). Guided tours: $2 per person.

Enquiries: 02 4758 8743 or woodfordacademy@gmail.com UNEARTHING RIVERSDALE 16 Aug-19 Oct, Mon, Tues, Thurs 10am-2pm, Sun 10am-3pm Riversdale, 1 Maud St (down Twynam Drive), Goulburn Riversdale is built near land sited by Governor Macquarie in 1820 as the township of Goulburn Plains. The exhibition will feature items from the diverse past of the 1834 property, including archaeological finds from the garden and grounds, historical photographs, maps, reports, ephemera and much more; a unique opportunity to see artefacts from the pioneering days of Goulburn. Cost (exhibition entry); donation. Entry to house: $NT members and children under 10 free, $6 non-members, $4 conc. Enquiries: Dawn Giles – 0409 953 859 or riversdale@nationaltrust.com.au PARRAMATTA BRANCH MEETING AND SPECIAL TALK Saturday 16 August, 1pm Burnside Public School Hall, Mason’s Drive, North Parramatta A chance to meet your local branch, get involved and enjoy a special talk. Special guest speaker is Enid Turbid, local researcher and historian and author of George Street Parramatta – A Nostalgic Stroll. Afternoon tea provided. Plenty of free parking. Cost: free of charge. Enquiries: Les Tod – 02 9672 3322 or thetods@ bigpond.com GHOST TOUR AND HISTORIC WEST END WALK Sunday 17 August, 6.30-8.30pm Miss Porter’s House, 434 King St, Newcastle West Can you sit still in the darkened room and listen for things that go ‘bump’ in the night? Our tour starts with a walk through historical streets exploring places such as the Cottage Creek Cemetery sites and Wickham Station before we return to Miss Porter’s House to learn aspects of paranormal investigating from intuitive and technical viewpoints. Cost: price on application. Bookings: essential.

Bookings/enquiries: Renata- 0411 357 519 or info@newcastleghosttours.com.au PARRAMATTA LECTURE SERIES 2014 Medical Men of Early Australia Saturday 23 August, 10.30am-11.30am Northcott Conference and Function Centre, 1 Fennell St, North Parramatta The colony’s early medical men were, by and large, a rabble of rogues and rebels whose nose for pecuniary opportunity outweighed their commitment to the Hippocratic Oath. Hear historian Mark Peters as, in the role of ‘Colonial Surgeon’, he takes you back in time to explore some of the characters and surgical interventions linked to key historical events in early Parramatta. Particularly colourful were the fatal shooting of the convict and bushranger, ‘Black Caesar’, Pemulwuy’s experience and escape from the Parramatta Hospital and Colonel Paterson’s near amputation as a result of a duel with John Macarthur. The event is in partnership with Northcott Conference and Function Centre. Cost (includes morning tea); $10 NT members, $15 non-members. Bookings: essential. Tickets/ enquiries: Old Government House – 02 9635 8149 or ogh@nationaltrust.com.au GLENBROOK WALK Sunday 24 August, 9.30am Meet at Whitton Park, Moore St, Glenbrook The Blue Mountains Branch of the National Trust will lead a walk from Glenbrook to Elizabeth and Marges Lookouts, visiting along the way the long-lost site of the old Dunn’s steam saw mill, built in 1921 and destroyed by fire in 1927. The dam, built for the saw mill in the creek below, can also be seen. We will walk down to the old railway viaduct and discover the old mine shaft, and the little railway zig-zag. Late morning tea at Whitton Park. Cost (includes morning tea); $10 per person. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Rhona Leach – 02 4757 2424 or brhonaleach@gmail.com or send your cheque to Blue Mountains National Trust, P O Box 236, Lawson 2783.

A WALK THOUGH TIGHES HILL Sunday 24 August, 2-5pm Join the Friends of Grossmann House as we explore the historic suburb of Tighes Hill, a Newcastle treasure, led by Wayne Campbell. Afternoon tea will be served in a recently restored local residence. Some uneven terrain. Cost (includes refreshments); $20 NT members, $25 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Holly McNamee – 02 4934 4314

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HISTORIC GARDEN ISLAND TOUR Thursday 28 August, (and again on Thursday 20 Nov - see page 21 Catch the 10.05am ferry to Garden Island from Circular Quay wharf 4 (schedule at time of printing).

This special tour will take you to historic sites of Garden Island which are normally off-limits to the public. The approximately two hour tour starts with morning tea on arrival at Garden Island. For more details please see National Trust Day Tours on page 15.

D’ARCY CHEESEWRIGHT TALKS BABY BOOMER STYLE Thursday 28 August, 6pm for 6.30pm Wollongong City Gallery, cnr Kembla & Burelli Sts, Wollongong Back by popular demand! Another chance to meet the indomitable G D’Arcy ‘Stilton’ Cheesewright, a fictional, much larger than life character in two Jeeves novels who creates problems of a romantic nature for no other than Bertie Wooster. Educated at Eton and Oxford, but considered to be a fine fellow only ‘as far northwards as the neck’, D’Arcy nevertheless has plenty to say about Wollongong’s Baby Boomer architecture in an evening which features Rock ‘n Roll, supper, a best costume of the period competition, prizes and photo ops with D’Arcy. Cost: $20 NT members, $25 non-members. Bookings: essential. Tickets/ enquiries: Harry at the Old Court House – 02 4227 4614 or nt_oldcourthouse@ bigpond.com- or at the door unless sold out beforehand.

SEPTEMBER

HARRY BOYLE MEMORIAL LECTURE Friday 5 September, 6.30-9pm Brough House, 73 Church St, Maitland The annual Harry Boyle Memorial Lecture commemorates our highly respected and much-loved local historian. We start the evening with light refreshments.

Cost (includes refreshments); $20 NT members, $25 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Janece McDonald – 02 4933 4450.

WHITE FAMILY FASHIONS Saturday 6 September to Monday 6 October (weekends and public holidays only). 10am-3.30pm Saumarez Homestead, 230 Saumarez Rd (enter via Armidale Airport), Armidale The ‘White Family Fashions’ exhibition, held in conjunction with History Week, will feature clothing and fashion items from the 19th and 20th centuries. Most are from the Saumarez Collection held at the homestead, with special items on loan from the Powerhouse Museum Collection. The exhibition will be in the family sitting room at Saumarez, reached via the eastern verandah of this grand Edwardian mansion. Cost (house or grounds entry plus gold coin donation to enter exhibition); $1 NT members and conc, $2 non-members, $5 family, $1 child.

Bookings: no. Enquiries: Les Davis- 6772 3616 or saumarez@nationaltrust.com.au BICENTENARY CELEBRATION PRESENTATION & LUNCH AT WOODFORD ACADEMY Saturday 6 September, 11am-2pm Woodford Academy, 90-95 Great Western Highway (on-street parking available Woodford Ave), Woodford NSW In September 1814, William Cox and his working party of 30 convicts and eight soldiers arrived in the Woodford vicinity after starting out two months earlier from Emu Ford, as they constructed the road over the mountains. The Blue Mountains Branch of the Trust will mark this 200 year anniversary with lunch at the Woodford Academy. Dr Siobhan Lavelle, noted historical archaeologist, historian and heritage specialist, will talk about this momentous achievement before we take a walk to explore significant remnants of the road at Woodford.

Cost (includes food and drinks); $35 per person. Bookings: essential. Bookings/ enquiries: Rhona Leach – 02 4757 2424 or brhonaleach@gmail.com or send your cheque to the Blue Mountains National Trust, P O Box 236, Lawson.

FATHER’S DAY DEVONSHIRE TEAS AT RIVERSDALE Sunday 7 September, 10am-3pm Riversdale Homestead, 1 Maud St/Twynam Drive, Goulburn Treat Dad to a feast of home-made scones, jam and cream in the historic grounds of this 1834 country property. Lots of space for children to play, in this lovely setting of heritage plants with a backdrop of rural Goulburn. Cost: free entry to grounds. Devonshire teas $5 per person. Enquiries: Ros Loftus – 0414 951 955 or riversdale@nationaltrust.com.au LOOKING AT ARCHITECTURE Treatts Road, Lindfield Day Tuesday 9 September, 10.30-12.30pm or 1-3pm With the National Trust Women’s Committee. A private house inspection program for MEMBERS ONLY. For more information please see page 16.

ASIAN ARTS WEEKEND AT ERYLDENE Saturday 13, Sunday 14 Septmber, 10am-4pm Eryldene Historic House and Garden, 17 McIntosh St, Gordon Explore Eryldene’s Asian connections over this Open Weekend. For details please visit www.eryldene.org.au. The Garden Café will be open and High Teas are available on Sunday from 2pm. Cost (entry only); $10 NT/Eryldene members, $15 non-members, $12 conc, $6 child (6-15), $35 family (2 adults, 2 children). Cost (High Teas); $24 adult, $10 child (6-12). Does not include entrance fee. Bookings for High Teas: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Suzanne Bravery- 02 9498 2271 or eryldene@eryldene.org.au HOUSE AND GARDEN OPEN DAY Sunday 14 September, 1-4pm Miss Porter’s House, 434 King St, Newcastle West Newcastle’s only National Trust House invites you to celebrate Spring with a visit to its neat, period garden, and a display of Porter family household objects with floral designs. Cost: NT members free, $6 con, $8 non-members, $20 family.

Children under five free. Bookings: no. Enquiries: Roland Bannister – 0403 324 487 or rsbannister@gmail.com LOUTH PARK /SOUTH MAITLAND HERITAGE WALK Sunday 14 September, 2-5pm As part of History Week, the Friends of Grossmann House will explore aspects of historic Louth Park in South Maitland, home to sporting events

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and showgrounds, and taking in schools, churches and the Jewish cemetery in the area. Our guide, Wayne Campbell, will lead our tour before we enjoy afternoon tea back at Brough House. Some uneven terrain. Cost (includes afternoon tea); $20 NT members, $25 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Holly 02 4934 4314 GHOST TOUR AND HISTORIC WEST END WALK Sunday 14 September, 6.30-8.30pm Miss Porter’s House, 434 King St, Newcastle West Can you sit still in the darkened room and listen for things that go ‘bump’ in the night? Our tour starts with a walk through historical streets exploring places such as the Cottage Creek Cemetery sites and Wickham Station before we return to Miss Porter’s House to learn aspects of paranormal investigating from intuitive and technical viewpoints. Cost: price on application. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Renata Daniel – 0411 357 519 or info@ newcastleghosttours.com.au TAPESTRIES AND GARDENS Monday 15 September -Tuesday 16 September, 8.30am - 6.30pm A two-day Leura Coach Tour with the Garden Panel of the National Trust Women’s Committee, exploring three stunning private Blue Mountains gardens, the National Trust property Everglades and viewing tapestries by an internationally renowned tapestry artist displayed in his home. For more details please see page 17.

GHOST NIGHT AT OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE Friday 19 September, 7.30-10.30pm Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta, Please see Ghost Night entry for Friday 15 August for details. Cost (includes food and drinks); $27 NT members, $30 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/ enquiries: Old Government House – 02 9635 8149 or info@friendsofogh.com or www.friendsofogh.com. Visit us on Facebook – Ghost Nights at Old Government House.

CONVERSATIONS AT LINDESAY Saturday 20 September, 10am-noon Lindesay, 1 Carthona Ave (enter via Lindesay Ave), Darling Point Associate Professor Greg de Moore will discuss his biography of Tom Wills, Tom Wills: First Wild Man of Australian Sport, which was shortlisted for the National Biography Award at the 2012 Sydney Writers’ Festival. For details please see page 18.

HOMESTEAD MARKETS & DEVONSHIRE TEAS AT RIVERSDALE Sunday 21 September, 9am-2pm markets, 9am-3pm teas (3rd Sunday each month) Riversdale Homestead, 1 Maud St/Twynam Drive, Goulburn Enjoy home-made scones, jam and cream in the historic grounds of this 1834 country property before stocking up your larders with home-grown produce of all kinds at the now monthly Homestead Markets. Please see entry for 17 August for more information. Cost: free entry to grounds. Enquiries: Ros Loftus – 0414 951 955 or riversdale@nationaltrust.com.au MOUNT WILSON FULL DAY TOUR A National Trust Day Tour Wednesday 24 September Meet 9.50am at Mt Victoria Station or 10.30am at Mt Wilson A fascinating tour of the heritage garden village of Mt Wilson in springtime, when the magnificent cool climate and exotic gardens will be at their best. Morning tea and lunch are included in a private home and the tour includes visits to three gardens and the unique Turkish Bath Museum in the grounds of the Wynstay Estate. For more details please see National Trust Day Tours on page 15.

OPERA IN THE COURTYARD LA TRAVIATA, AT OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE Sunday 28 September, 6.45-10pm Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta This is grand opera at its finest. Verdi’s popular La Traviata tells the tragic tale of Violetta, a 19th century courtesan and society girl who, in failing health and much to her own surprise, falls in love with Alfredo. An unsuitable match in the eyes of society and Alfredo’s father, their doomed love offers up some of opera’s most beautiful musical moments. Lavish costumes, party scenes and music to die for. Sung in English, this 90 minute performance with interval will have you in raptures. Cost: Premium tickets – opera plus three course dinner, $110 per person. Standard tickets – opera only with tea/coffee at interval, $40 per person. NO BYO for all ticket holders. Bookings: essential. Tickets/enquiries: Old Government House 02 9635 8149 or info@friendsofogh.com

OCTOBER

AUSTRALIAN ARCHITECTURE – LECTURES AT LINDESAY Wednesday 1 October, 10.30am-12.30pm Dr James Broadbent AM, well-known Architectural Historian, National Trust Curatorial Committee member and author will speak about Early Colonial Houses and Society in NSW. For more details please see page 18.

FAIRFAX DINNER CLUB Sunday 5 October, 7-10pm Woodford Academy, 90-92 Great Western Highway, Woodford (on-site parking available on Woodford Ave) Don’t miss out on an opportunity to experience an exclusive, intimate evening of fine dining and historic tales in the Grand Dining Room of the Woodford Academy. The Grand Dining Room was built by wealthy proprietor, Alfred Fairfax, in the 1870s to entertain and impress his friends. The Fairfax Dinner Club is held on the Sunday of the June and October long weekends each year only. Cost: $122 per person. Bookings: essential (max 24 persons). Bookings/enquiries: 02 4758 8743 or woodfordacademy@gmail.com AUSTRALIAN ARCHITECTURE – LECTURES AT LINDESAY Wednesday 8 October, 10.30am-12.30pm Clive Lucas, Architect, National Trust Board member, author and architect responsible for the restoration of many National Trust and other historic properties, will speak on Gothic Revival buildings in NSW and Tasmania. For details please see page 18.

ARGYLE HOUSE, CAMBEWARRA – RECOLLECTIONS & COLLECTIONS Saturday 11 October, 2pm Argyle House, 3 Tannery Rd, Cambewarra Enjoy afternoon tea, a talk and tour of this beautiful (1864) historic property with its many eclectic collections to intrigue you; traditional and modern needlework, craft and art, wire work, blue and white Chinese vases and much more. Explore the delightful garden with its Belgian cliveas and borders which, in October, will be brimming with colour and interest, while the vegetable garden is replete with succulent produce. The present owners are certainly maintaining and cherishing this glorious reminder of times past with its unique appeal. The house inspection will be followed by afternoon tea in the grounds. Cost (includes afternoon tea); $20 NT members, $25 Friends of Members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Harry at the Old Court House – 02 4227 4614 or nt_oldcourthouse@bigpond.com GUIDED WALK FROM WOODFORD ACADEMY TO MABEL FALLS (A Blue Mountains Festival of Walking Event) Sunday 12 October, 10am-12 noon Woodford Academy, 90-92 Great Western Highway, Woodford NSW (on-street parking available Woodford Ave) John McManamey, Rector of the Woodford Academy for Boys, 1907-1936, was a firm believer in the positive benefits of daily exercise on academic achievement.

A such, boarders rose at 7am each day for a 1.5km run to Mabel Falls for a swim before breakfast. Join local historian Ken Goodlet on a much more leisurely guided walk from the Woodford Academy, across the historic Woodford Reserve down to Mabel Falls and back. Light refreshments will be provided in the Grand Dining Room after the walk. Cost (includes museum entry, guided walk and refreshments); $25 per person. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: 02 4758 8743 or woodfordacademy@gmail.com CHILDREN’S DAY AT MISS PORTER’S HOUSE Sunday 12 October, 1-4pm Miss Porter’s House, 434 King St, Newcastle West Bring your children and their friends to Miss Porter’s House to celebrate Children’s Day. They will be amazed by the displays of toys, books and other memorabilia- so very different from those of today - set up specially for the occasion. Cost: NT members free, $6 conc, $8 non-members, $20 family. Children under five free. Bookings: no.

Enquiries: Roland Bannister- 0403 324 487 or rsbannister@gmail.com SUNDAY AFTERNOON AT THE COTTAGE Sunday 12 October, 2-4pm Experiment Farm Cottage, 9 Ruse St, Harris Park Enjoy afternoon tea on the verandah and a tour of this special colonial property.

Delectable scones, jam and cream, a selection of dainty sandwiches, mini quiches, and a variety of small cakes and slices will be served. Cost (includes afternoon tea and tour); $30 per person. Afternoon tea only: $25. Bookings: essential. Tickets/enquiries: 02 9635 8149 or info@friendsofogh AUSTRALIAN ARCHITECTURE – LECTURE AT LINDESAY Wednesday 15 October, 10.30am-12.30pm Ian Stapleton, Architect, and author Maisy Stapleton, Architectural Historian and former National Trust Board Member, will speak about the Arts and Crafts Movement and Federation houses in Australia. For details please se page 18.

HISTORIC BUNGENDORE WEEKEND Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 October A country weekend touring rural properties with the National Trust Women’s Committee. For details please see page 17.

PARRAMATTA BRANCH TOUR: HISTORIC HOMES OF THE HILLS Saturday 18 October, 9.30am-3.30pm Depart Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta Visit three of the most historic homes in The Hills Shire – Joyce Farm, Bella Vista and Merriville. These three properties are strongly linked to the major historic events and families associated with colonial New South Wales. Joyce Farm and Merriville are privately owned and rarely opened to the public. Cost (includes coach, entry to properties, packed lunch and souvenir booklet); $60 NT members, $70 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Brian Powyer 0401 181 170 or bpowyer@optusnet.com.au or www.quedsol.com.au/hills.html COX’S ROAD WALK Saturday 18 October, 9.30am Meet at Mt York carpark, end of Mt York Rd, Mt Victoria The walk from Mt York to Hartley, down the road constructed 200 years ago (1814-1815) by William Cox and his party of 30 convicts is, in many places, still intact. The topography remains much the same and we will see the pass through the rocks discovered by Wentworth, and the overhanging rocks where Cox’s men sought shelter. Governor Macquarie subsequently travelled the road in April 2015. There is much to see to remind us of the past. The walk is mainly downhill and quite steep in parts. You will need good, strong footwear. There will be a hearty lunch to greet you at the bottom and a bus will take walkers back to Mt York. Cost(includes lunch); $35 NT members, $40 non-members, $10 children.

Bookings: essential. Book early to avoid disappointment! Tickets/enquiries: Liz Reyswood – 02 4757 2694 or BMNT1814@gmail.com or send your cheque to BM National Trust, P O Box 236, Lawson 2783.

‘ROAD TO FREEDOM’ – THE MEN WHO BUILT COX’S ROAD Saturday 18 October, 2-3pm Woodford Academy, 90-92 Great Western Highway, Woodford NSW (on-street parking available on Woodford Ave) 2014 is the 200th anniversary of the construction of the Cox’s Road, the first road across the Blue Mountains, completed in just six months. To commemorate this key historic undertaking, local historian and former local studies librarian at the Blue Mountains City Library, John Low, will reveal what is known of the lives of some of those who formed William Cox’s road building party. Cost (includes museum entry and talk); $2 NT members, $6 non-members, $4 conc/child (4-16 years), $15 family (2 adults, 2 children). Guided tours $2 per person. Enquiries: 02 4758 8743 or woodfordacademy@gmail.com UNSEEN SAUMAREZ Sunday 19 October, 9am 12.30pm Saumarez Homestead, Saumarez Rd (enter via Armidale Airport), Armidale ‘Molly’ the maid, assisted by ‘Milly’ the scullery maid will lead groups through parts of the house not usually seen. She tells her story from the point of view of one of the Saumarez families who work at the Homestead, and visitors will be

guided through the kitchen, laundry, scullery, cellar, storeroom and other areas not seen on a regular tour. Narrow staircases need to be negotiated to the cellar and servants’ quarters. The early tour starts at 9am followed by a delicious brunch of fruit, coffee, toast and croissants. Or you can enjoy brunch first at 10.30am before joining the second tour. Cost (includes brunch); $20 NT members and conc, $25 non-members, $70 family, $20 children. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Les Davis – 02 6772 3616 or saumarez@nationaltrust.com.au HOMESTEAD MARKETS & DEVONSHIRE TEAS AT RIVERSDALE Sun 19 Oct, 9am-2pm markets, 9am-3pm teas (3rd Sun each month) Riversdale Homestead, 1 Maud St/Twynam Drive, Goulburn Enjoy home-made scones, jam and cream in the historic grounds of this 1834 country property before stocking up your larders with home-grown produce of all kinds at the now monthly Homestead Markets. Please see entry for 17 August for more information. Cost: free entry to grounds. Enquiries: Ros Loftus – 0414 951 955 or riversdale@nationaltrust.com.au AUSTRALIAN ARCHITECTURE - LECTURE AT LINDESAY Wednesday 22 October, 10.30am-12.30pm Howard Tanner, Architect , author and former National Trust Board member, will speak on the topic Thoroughly Modern Sydney, illustrated with photographs taken by Harold Cazneaux. For details please see page 18.

BATHURST GARDENS SPRING SPECTACULAR Saturday 25 October, Sunday 26 October, 10am-3.30pm Miss Traill’s House and Garden, 321 Russell St, Bathurst Miss Traill’s House and garden is the base for this event organised by the Bathurst Garden Club, which takes in nine enchanting gardens in and around Bathurst.

Morning and afternoon teas and lunch with a variety of sandwiches, steak and sausage sizzle and chicken kabobs, will be on sale at Miss Traill’s house. The house is open for inspection. Cost: $15 garden inspection of nine gardens. Entry to house; NT members free, $10 non-members. Bookings: no. Enquiries: Brian Atkinson – 02 6337 2049.

MACQUARIE’S GRAND TOUR OF VAN DIEMEN’S LAND Sunday 26 October to Saturday 8 November This 14 day tour re-traces some of the routes taken by Governor Macquarie and his entourage when touring Van Diemen’s Land in 1811 and 1821. Your tour leaders will be walker and author Almis Simans and tour guide John McIntosh. We will travel in a comfortable coach to historic towns, sites and homes including Adventure Bay, World Heritage Port Arthur, and many convict sites. Walking tours of Launceston and Hobart, a penguin night tour at Coles Bay and Macquarie Harbour cruise, plus visits to National Trust Tasmania properties. Accommodation includes the four-star Lenna at Hobart. Tour Leader: Almis Simans – 02 9498 8995. For cost, bookings and further information, contact David Smith, Travel on Capri – 1800 679 066.

MONTROSE (SUTTON FOREST) – GARDEN LUNCH AND TALK Saturday 26 October, 12.30pm Montrose, Ormond St, Sutton Forest This Heritage-Listed 1861 homestead in the Southern Highlands is surrounded by the working berry farm which produces a wide variety of produce and artisanal berry products. Join us for a light lunch and talk in the mature ‘English’ garden, some of it planted by the Badgerys who built the property. Cost (includes lunch); $35 NT members, $40 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Harry at the Old Court House- 02 4227 4614 or nt_oldcourthouse@bigpond.com QT HOTEL TOUR A National Trust Day Tour Tuesday 28 October, 10am A chance to visit QT, Sydney’s latest boutique hotel, located in the State Theatre and former Gowings Department Store building. The award-winning recent transformation of these two heritage landmarks includes this stylish and unusual hotel, with its quirky blend of Gothic, Art Deco and Italianate architecture, fabulous objets d’art and interpretation which reflects the original use of the heritage buildings. For more details please see National Trust Day Tours on page 15.

HALLOWEEN AT THE WOODFORD ACADEMY Friday 31 October Ghost tours commence at 6.30, 7.30 and 8.30pm The Academy is known for its ghosts, some pleasant, some not, and many visitors over the years have reported strange experiences. As darkness falls, it is easy to sense other presences especially when accompanied by disconcerting noises and other sensations. This tour is not suitable for people under 16 years. Cost: $21 per person. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: 02 4758 8743 or woodfordacademy@gmail.com HALLOWEEN GHOST NIGHT AT OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE Friday 31 October, 7.30-10.30pm Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta An extra scary night to test your metal in this property known for its ghostly encounters. Please see the Ghost Night entry for Friday 15 August for details.

Cost (includes food and drinks); $27 NT members, $30 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Old Government House – 02 9635 8149 or info@ friendsofogh.com or www.friendsofogh.com. Visit us on Facebook – Ghost Nights at Old Government House.

LATE ENTRY - A MOMENT IN TIME – EXHIBITION AND COX’S ROAD WALKS Weekends from Saturday 13 September to Sunday 12 October, 10am-4pm Historic Hartley Schoolhouse, Hartley Walks: Sundays 14, 21 Sept, 2, 4 and 12 October. Cost, bookings and enquiries: Tom- 02 6355 2393 or joantomkent@bigpond.com or Ramsay _ 02 6355 2259 or Ramsay.moodie@bigpond.com

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LOOKING AHEAD PARRAMATTA BRANCH HIGHLIGHT TOUR: FOUNDATIONS OF A NATION Sunday 2 November, 9am-3.30pm Depart Museum of Sydney, cnr Bridge and Phillip Sts, Sydney To commemorate the 200th anniversary of the death of Governor Arthur Phillip (1814), this tour will commence by examining the site of Phillip’s original Government House, Sydney before travelling by Rivercat to Parramatta. There we will hear the intriguing story of our founding Governor from author and biographer Lyn Fergusson, explore the foundations of Old Government House in Parramatta Park, join archaeologist Mary Casey as she shares the hidden secrets of Parramatta and the Governor’s Domain, then complete the experience with a three course Australian luncheon at Lachlan’s Restaurant in the grounds of Old Government House. Cost: $80 NT members, $90 non-members. Bookings: essential. Bookings/enquiries: Brian Powyer 0401 181 170 or bpowyer@optusnet.com.au or www.quedsol.com.au/foundations.html LOOKING AT ARCHITECTURE Clovelly-Coogee Day Tuesday 1 November, 10.30am-12.30pm or 1-3pm With the National Trust Women’s Committee. A private house inspection program for MEMBERS ONLY. For more information please see page 18.

OPEN GARDEN AUSTRALIA/RIVERSDALE GARDN FAIR Sunday 2 November, 10am-3pm Riversdale, 1 Maud St/Twynam Drive, Goulburn The gardens at Riversdale are spectacular at this time of year. Visit us on Open Garden Australia Day at Riversdale and enjoy our excellent unusual and rare plant stalls, cottage garden plans and Riversdale plants for sale. There will be local wines and produce to buy, and light refreshments available. Garden tours and gardening/ soil improvement/sustainability/design exhibitions and talks. Cost: Open Garden fee of $10 per person (over 18); House Entry: free to NT members, non-members small fee. More details in next magazine.

SUNDAY AFTERNOON TEA AT THE COTTAGE Sunday 9 November, 2-4pm Experiment Farm Cottage, 9 Ruse St, Harris Park A lovely tea on the verandah of Experiment Farm Cottage and a tour of the property. For more details please see entry for Sunday 12 October.

PARRAMATTA BRANCH MEETING AND SPECIAL TALK Saturday 15 November, 1pm Burnside Public School Hall, Mason’s Drive, North Parramatta A chance to meet your local branch, get involved and enjoy a special talk by a guest speaker. Afternoon tea provided. Plenty of free parking. Cost: free of charge.

Enquiries: Les Tod – 02 9672 3322 or thetods@bigpond.com HOMESTEAD MARKETS & DEVONSHIRE TEAS AT RIVERSDALE Sunday 16 November, 9am-2pm markets, 9am-3pm teas (3rd Sunday each month) Riversdale Homestead, 1 Maud St/Twynam Drive, Goulburn Enjoy home-made scones, jam and cream in the historic grounds of this 1834 country property before stocking up your larders with home-grown produce of all kinds at the now monthly Homestead Markets. Please see entry for 17 August for more information. Cost: free entry to grounds. Enquiries: Ros Loftus – 0414 951 955 or riversdale@nationaltrust.com.au HISTORIC GARDEN ISLAND TOUR Thursday 20 November Catch the 10.05am ferry to Garden Island from Circular Quay wharf 4 (schedule at time of printing) This special tour will take you to historic sites of Garden Island which are normally off-limits to the public. The approximately two hour tour starts with morning tea on arrival at Garden Island. For more details please see National Trust Day Tours on page 15.

13TH ANNUAL LINDESAY CHRISTMAS FAIR

Thursday 20, Friday 21 and Saturday 22 November (not Sunday), 10am-4pm Lindesay, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling Point (please enter via Lindsay Ave) The annual fair is not to be missed! Complete all your Christmas shopping, find lovely and unusual treats for yourself and enjoy the atmosphere of this 1834 property. For details please see page 18.

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HOMESTEAD MARKETS & DEVONSHIRE TEAS AT RIVERSDALE Sunday 15 November, 9am-2pm markets, 9am-3pm teas (3rd Sunday each month) Riversdale Homestead, 1 Maud St/Twynam Drive, Goulburn Enjoy home-made scones, jam and cream in the historic grounds of this 1834 country property before stocking up your larders with home-grown produce of all kinds (including lamb, beef, freshly laid eggs, pies, vegetables, flowers and handicrafts) at the now monthly Homestead Markets. Sausage sizzle too! Cost: free entry to grounds. Enquiries: Ros Loftus – 0414 951 955 or riversdale@ nationaltrust.com.au GHOST NIGHT AT OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE Friday 21 November, 7.30-10.30pm Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta Please see the Ghost Night entry for Friday 15 August for details. Cost (includes food and drinks); $27 NT members, $30 non-members. Bookings: essential.

Bookings/enquiries: Old Government House – 02 9635 8149 or info@ friendsofogh.com or www.friendsofogh.com. Visit us on Facebook – Ghost Nights at Old Government House.

ERYLDENE’S CHRISTMAS FAIR Saturday 29, Sunday 30 November, 10am-4pm Eryldene Historic House and Garden, 17 McIntosh St, Gordon Enjoy choosing your Christmas gifts in the beauty of the late Spring garden and its jacaranda blossoms. Old favourites join with especially invited new stall holders to provide a wide selection of unusual and quality gifts. The personal attention of 50 stallholders displaying jewellery, antiques, Christmas hampers, jams and preserves, cakes and puddings, silk ware, garden ornaments, plants, homewares, children’s and women’s clothing, toys, pearls and paper products will enhance the choice of your giving. Special offer from the Garden Café will be complimentary tea/coffee and a Christmas treat for entry 1-3pm on Sunday. More details in next issue of the magazine. Enquiries: Suzanne Bravery – 02 9498 2271 or eryldene@ eryldene.org.au CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT AT OLD GOVERNMENT HOUSE Saturday 6 December, 7-9pm (gates open at 6pm) Old Government House, Parramatta Park (Pitt St entrance), Parramatta Bring your family and friends to this lovely start to Christmas for young and old, with an evening of traditional carols accompanied by the New South Wales Police Boys Band and Model Farms High School Choir. There will be a special appearance

by Santa Claus and a sausage sizzle, candles, soft drinks for sale. Cost: gold coin donation for entry. Bookings: no. Enquiries: Old Government House – 02 9635 8149 or info@friendsofogh.com NEW ZEALAND NORTH ISLAND TOUR & NAPIER ART DECO FESTIVAL Saturday 14 to Tuesday 24 February 2015 Napier – It’s so stylish! Join this National Trust tour to see and enjoy this amazing Art Deco Festival, visiting Auckland, the Bay of Islands and Rotorua, touring historic sites and buildings along the way. Your Festival Guide is the indomitable D’Arcy Cheesewright himself! Bookings are being taken now, as the Festival is enormously popular. Enquiries about the Festival: Andrew Conacher – 0414 293 527 or andrew@bcarchitects.net.au. Bookings: to obtain the Itinerary, join our group, or make a booking, contact The Illawarra Shoalhaven Branch – 02 4227 4614 or nt_oldcourthouse@bigpond.com.au A TRADITIONAL NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS Tuesday 16 December, 6-8.30pm Miss Traill’s House & Garden, 321 Russell St, Bathurst A Traditional Night Before Christmas in a beautiful Georgian setting. All rooms in the 1845 house are candle-lit, traditionally decorated and open to visitors. Food, drinks and carols, led by the 60-strong Carillion Show Band are in the awardwinning garden. For children we have crafts, games and a visit from Santa. Cost: $8 NT members and conc, $10 non-members, $26 family, $5 child. Enquiries: Brian - 02 6337 2049 or atkinson1@southernphone.com.au

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Greenwich Day

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Discover SydneyArt & Architecture

$40 Members & Friends

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Historic Garden Island Tour

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Treatts Road, Lindfield Day

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Two Day Coach Tour to Leura Tapestries and Gardens

Twin share:Members $446 | Friends $496 Single:Members $562 | Friends $612 Includes coach, meals, entry and accommodation

Coach departs cnr York & Margaret Sts, Sydney at 9am Mon 15 Sept. Please be at departure point at 8.30am.

Return Tuesday 16 Sept. approx. 6.30pm

Saturday 20 September

Conversations at Lindesay Assoc Prof Greg De Moore

$25 Members and Friends

10am Lindesay, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling Point (enter via Lindsay Ave)

Wednesday 24 Sept

Mount Wilson full day tour

$140 members | $148 non-members □ arriving by train □ arriving by car

Train to Mt Victoria Station to be collected at 9.50am OR drive to Rimon Cottage, Waterfall Road, 10.30am

Wednesday 1 October

Australian Architecture Lecture at Lindesay – Dr James Broadbent AM

$25 Members | $30 Friends $10 discount on total cost for series of 4

10:30am – 12:30pm, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling Point (enter via Lindsay Ave)

Wednesday 8 October

Australian Architecture Lecture at Lindesay – Clive Lucas OBE

$25 Members | $30 Friends $10 discount on total cost for series of 4

10:30am – 12:30pm, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling Point (enter via Lindsay Ave)

Wednesday 15 October

Australian Architecture Lecture at Lindesay – Ian Stapleton & Maisy Stapleton

$25 Members | $30 Friends $10 discount on total cost for series of 4

10:30am – 12:30pm, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling Point (enter via Lindsay Ave)

Friday 17 Sunday 19 October

Coach Tour: Historic Bungendore Weekend

Twin: Members $560/Friends $585/Single: Members $660/Friends $685. Includes meals and accommodation

Coach departs cnr York and Margaret Sts, Sydney, 9am Fri 17 Oct. Please be at departure point at 8.30am. Returns Sunday 19 Oct approx. 6pm

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House Inspections, Historic Bungendore Country weekend

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Wednesday 22 October

Australian Architecture Lecture at Lindesay – Howard Tanner

$25 Members | $30 Friends $10 discount on total cost for series of 4

10:30am – 12:30pm, 1 Carthona Ave, Darling Point (enter via Lindsay Ave)

Tuesday 28 October

QT Hotel Tour

$40 NT members $44 non-members.

Meet 10am. QT Hotel, located in the State Theatre and former Gowings Building

Tuesday 11 November

Clovelly - Coogee Day

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Historic Garden Island Tour

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