Bellevue in 2005 (Mark Stevens, City of Sydney Archives)

by Neil Macindoe, Planning Subcommittee Convenor, from Bulletin May/June 2010

Many thanks go to the gallant members,  Jo Bastian, Graham Budd, Carole Herriman, Sue Ingram and Jan Macindoe,
who spoke at the City of Sydney Planning Committee meeting on 3 May and persuaded the Councillors to approve a
café at Bellevue with extended hours. 

We made a strong case that waterfront walkers would not be served by the café closing at 5pm, and as a business it
would be less viable. It is important that this State Heritage building be occupied and put to good use successfully for the
long term.

The City Councillors, who unanimously supported extended hours, heaped praise upon the speakers and the Glebe
Society for their commitment and passion, not only on the night but over decades of community effort.