Monthly Archives: October 2023
A message from the new President, Duncan Leys
Posted on 5th October 2023Duncan Leys, the Society’s newly-elected President, offered his thanks at the AGM for the advice and support of members of the Management Committee. He said that the Presidency was an honour which he felt he had not yet earned, but committed to ‘earning his stripes’ by reaching out to people and organisations who shared common goals with the Society.
A note from Edwina Doe
Posted on 5th October 2023Edwina was the Editor of the Bulletin at various times from 1983 to 1990 and again from 2003 to 2012. For this and her continuing service as a proofreader for the Bulletin, Edwina received a large bouquet of native flowers.
Communications Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 5th October 2023Now in its 54th year, the Bulletin continues to keep members informed about the activities and concerns of the Society and includes engaging articles about people and places remembered for their connection to our local community. The Society’s social media presence continues to grow and increases our reach beyond our membership.
Community Development Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 5th October 2023The Community Development Subcommittee is planning a silent auction with proceeds going to Centipede, the out of school hours care program operating at Glebe Public School.
Transport and Traffic Subcommittee Annual Report 2022-2023
Posted on 5th October 2023Continuing complaints by residents about the Bridge Road cycleway, and concern about the extra traffic generated by the new Sydney Fish Market, are issues covered in this report.
In focus: monthly photo competition, October 2023
Posted on 5th October 2023Photos of the Anzac Bridge, moon over the Tramsheds, and a Glebe streetscape were among the entries this month. The winner will be an entrant in the annual competition.
This month’s mystery photo: October 2023
Posted on 5th October 2023The ever-popular mystery photo competition … this months’ a doozy!
Glebe’s Blue Plaque Nominations, Part 18: Harry Hopman
Posted on 5th October 2023This month, the Society’s continuing series of nominations for a Blue Plaque recommends the home of Harry Hopman at Minerva Terrace, Wigram Road. Harry Hopman was the successful captain-coach of 22 Australian Davis Cup teams from 1939 to 1967. As architect of Australia’s post-war tennis supremacy, his stint as non-playing captain-coach became known as ‘the Hopman era’, during which he won the Davis Cup 15 times.
News from the Blue Wren Subcommittee, October 2023
Posted on 5th October 2023Glebe Public School reports a great outcome from the Craney Small Grants Program. They’ve been able to purchase new bush tucker plants and gardening equipment, resulting in a transformed outdoor space that will benefit students’ education and connection with nature.
Report on Guided Walk: Exploring Forest Lodge, with Max Solling
Posted on 5th October 2023Duncan Leys reports on the journey of discovery taken by members who enjoyed the Exploring Forest Lodge guided walk led with historian Max Solling.
Next Players in the Pub – 17 October 2023
Posted on 5th October 2023‘The Admirable Crichton’ will be performed at the next Players in the Pub. Tuesday 17th October.
34th Annual Glebe Music Festival
Posted on 5th October 2023In its 34th year, the Glebe Music Festival is just around the corner. Check out the Festival’s website for information about this year’s bumper program (nine concerts!). The Glebe Town Hall is the venue for three of the concerts.
Council refuses DA for 181 St Johns Road
Posted on 5th October 2023The development application for 181 St Johns Road has been refused. You can read the Society’s submission and the Council’s determination here.
