Monthly Archives: July 2026
From the President
Posted on 5th July 2026New foreshore projects and NSW’s fast‑track housing agenda will impact Glebe. The Society warns against uniform planning rules and has lodged submissions calling for genuine community involvement.
A heritage win: when a minute takes years
Posted on 7th July 2026Council promised better heritage resources in 2021 but delivered nothing until mid‑2025. After sustained advocacy by the Glebe and Paddington Societies, new heritage webpages are finally underway.
Annual General Meeting 2026
Posted on 8th July 2026The AGM on 23 August at the Tramsheds will feature Elizabeth Farrelly in conversation with Allan Hogan. Farrelly is a writer, critic, former City of Sydney Councillor and founder of the Better Cities Initiative.
This month’s photo comp
Posted on 9th July 2026Thanks to Susan Ingram and Philip Vergison for this month’s entries. Philip’s winning shot, The Building, the Sky and the Moon, impressed with its striking contrasts. Susan’s Reaching for the Sky captured a brilliant winter day.
Glebe Eats
Posted on 10th July 2026The next Glebe Eats dinner is Tue 28 July at Thai on Wok, 94 Glebe Point Rd, 6 pm, with a $50 set menu. Vegetarian and non‑vegetarian options available. BYO permitted. RSVP by 21 July; limit 30.
Mystery photo: July 2026
Posted on 9th July 2026This month’s mystery photo invites you to guess where, what and when it was taken. Send suggestions to history@glebesociety.org.au with ‘mystery photo’ in the subject line. How did you go last month?
Glebe Music Festival concerts
Posted on 10th July 2026A Special Glebe Music Festival concert with Duo Mimesi is on 24 July. The 37th Annual Glebe Music Festival runs 6–22 November, including ‘Lace: A micro opera’ on 7 and 8 November.
Report on guided visit to the Sydney Heritage Fleet
Posted on 6th July 2026A full Glebe Society visit to the Sydney Heritage Fleet enjoyed a sunny tour focused on the ferry Kanangra. We donated $650 to support the fleet. Thanks to Alex Byrne and the volunteers.
News from the Blue Wren Subcommittee (July 2026)
Posted on 7th July 2026Local bushcare continues with July planting events in Forest Lodge and Harold Park to boost native habitat and support ongoing bushland restoration.
Possible changes at Rozelle Bay
Posted on 5th July 2026Lendlease’s unsolicited Rozelle Bay development proposal includes 3,500 homes within an extensive mixed‑use precinct. It would displace marine businesses, including the unique volunteer‑run Sydney Heritage Fleet.
Proposed Blackwattle Bay development
Posted on 5th July 2026Mirvac plans at least one 42‑storey tower at the old Fish Market site—above Infrastructure NSW’s suggested height. Planning NSW’s rules were softened so projects need only ‘consider’ design guidelines.
2026 Walks and Talks
Posted on 8th July 2026Our next event is an August tour of the Caroline Simpson Library at The Mint, showcasing its rich collection on Australian homes, interiors, gardens and domestic life from the late 1700s onward.
Membership Renewals 2026-2027
Posted on 6th July 2026It’s that time of year again … have you renewed your Glebe Society membership?
Some Glebe-related items in the Caroline Simpson Collection
Posted on 9th July 2026The Caroline Simpson Library & Research Collection which focuses on the design, architecture and social history of Australian homes, has many items relating to Glebe and Forest Lodge. Here are just a few.
