Glebe is an inner Sydney suburb notable for its distinct village character, heritage streetscapes, attractive parks and foreshores and strong sense of community. The Glebe Society's aims are to protect our heritage, encourage a sense of community and create a better future for all residents of Glebe and Forest Lodge.

Latest News from The Glebe Society

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  Removal of restrictions on drinking alcohol in Glebe’s parks

  The City of Sydney Council’s decision not to renew the outdoor alcohol restrictions in Glebe’s parks has angered many local residents. Duncan Leys, the Society’s President, is concerned that the decision was taken without proper community consultation.

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  Mayoral candidates’ forum

  There was a lively debate between the Lord Mayoral Candidates for the City Council following the Society’s AGM

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  Bays and Foreshores Subcommittee annual report 2023-2024

  In the Annual Report of the Bays and Foreshores subcommittee Convenor John Sergeant recalls the Society’s efforts to secure a continuous area of public land along the Glebe foreshore. But more needs to be done to ensure the safety of all users, who move at different speeds and with varying levels of mobility and attentiveness and so on.

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  Annual report from the Glebe Society’s representative on the Community Consultative Committee for the new Sydney Fish Market

  In her Annual Report, Asa Wahlquist describes the Fish Market Community Consultative Committee’s monthly meetings with the builder, Multiplex, and highlights major concerns about looming traffic and parking issues that are likely to have a major impact on Glebe.

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  This month’s mystery photo: October 2024

  This one’s a bit tricky. And there’s an interesting solution to last month’s mystery photo.

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  Transport and Traffic Subcommittee Annual Report 2023-2024

  The Annual Report of the Transport and Traffic convenor expresses the Society’s concerns with the Rozelle interchange, local bus schedules, and e-bikes and bike shares

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  Bulletin

  Read our monthly newsletter to find out what’s happened in our community and what’s coming up. From its first issue in July 1969, The Bulletin has been The Glebe Society’s primary form of communication.

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  Events

  Join one of our many varied Glebe Society Events such as guided walks, talks and tours.

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  Guided Walks Program 2024

  Glebe is a great place to walk, with heritage streetscapes, significant historical buildings, the foreshore walk, parklands and a rich social and industrial history.

  View our guided walks program