Issues
Proposed development Blackwattle Bay contravenes planning guidelines
Posted on 22nd August 2009
The NSW Government has announced a preferred developer for two of the three sites on Blackwattle Bay between the Sydney Fish Market and Glebe. Information available publicly at the moment suggests the proposed development will contravene one of the major design principles for the site. The site comprises the old coal bunker adjacent to the […]
Bays Precinct community consultation: another failure?
Posted on 20th August 2009
The Glebe Society is concerned about the consultative process put in place for future development of “The Bays Precinct”. In a Press statement issued on 17 August, President Lesley Lynch said (in part): “The events of the last two weeks have left us disappointed and frustrated. Yet again the NSW Government seems unable to manage […]
Program for Glebe 150th aniversary of local government celebrations
Posted on 16th July 2009
Glebe celebrates the 150th anniversary of local government in the area this year (2009). A wide range of activites have been organised. Follow this link for details.
Threat to historic Glebe Island Bridge
Posted on 20th June 2009
THE historic Glebe Island Bridge is under threat, with the Roads and Traffic Authority believed to be considering a proposal to demolish it to save on maintenance costs, says the Glebe Society.
The Bays
Posted on 18th June 2009
Blackwattle and Rozelle Bays are unique in Sydney Harbour and more akin to a lake system, with a narrow, shared entrance that permits only a slow exchange of water with the main harbour. Their ecology is especially fragile and has suffered great damage from industries of earlier years. Restoration of water quality in Rozelle and […]
House Names
Posted on 15th June 2009
Mayfair … Hartford … Carlyle … Florence … Gaza … Morocco … Minnesota … Montana … An itinerary to distant and exotic places? No, Glebe house names!
Houses were often known by their names in the days before the numbering of houses became fully systematised early in the 20th century.
Curent Issues
Posted on 10th June 2009
The Forest Lodge and Glebe Local Area Traffic Management Plan (LATM) Report that was endorsed by Council in October 2007 has now be renamed as The Forest Lodge and Glebe Pedestrian, Cyclist & Traffic Calming Plan (PCTC). 2009 The strategy for ongoing implementation will be: Pedestrian, Cycling, and Traffic calming (PCTC) plans are strategic studies […]
Blue Wrens Planting Demonstration
Posted on 3rd June 2009
These are some of the photos taken at the demonstration planting,held on 27 July 2008 at Paddy Gray Park, of plants which attract blue wrens: Photo Gallery
Keeping small birds in Glebe
The Glebe Society received grant funding from the City of Sydney for a project aimed at community education and habitat conservation for Superb Fairy-wrens (known as Blue Wrens) in the Glebe/Forest Lodge area. A sub-committee of the Glebe Society was established to manage the project.
New Community Garden
Posted on 13th May 2009
The Environment sub-committee’s main focus for 2009 is on establishing a second community garden for Glebe. Interest in community gardens is increasing in many countries, as it provides a way for urban dwellers to produce some of their own food, cutting down on ‘food miles’ and promoting organic gardening methods. Community gardens also promote community […]
From Greening Glebe to Sustainability
The Glebe Society has had a strong commitment to environmental issues since its foundation, but the emphasis has changed over the years, in line with changing concerns in society generally. In the early years the focus was on ‘greening Glebe’ with encouragement of both public parks and private gardens. More recently, issues of sustainability and […]
Planning Overview
In the 1960s, Glebe was viewed as a slum, ripe for demolition. Today it is a sought after residential suburb. The story of this transformation is not only a story of changing tastes and lifestyles, but also the story of a determined group of residents who saw the potential beauty and amenity of their suburb and fought to preserve it from the bulldozers.
Lead Paint – An Important Reminder for Those Renovating in Glebe
Posted on 14th April 2009
It was only 40 years ago that lead was finally removed from paint. So it is likely that many Glebe houses have high lead levels – in old paint flakes, in the dust, in the roof spaces and even in the ground around the house. Young children are particularly at risk from exposure to lead […]
Blackwattle Bay
Posted on 17th February 2009
NSW is seeking proposals for the development and long-term lease of land and water area for maritime-related operational and commercial/retail use at the southern end of Blackwattle Bay between the Hanson concrete facility and the Sydney Fish Market.
Bellevue pontoon completed
Posted on 17th February 2009
Another part of the Blackwattle Bay foreshore walk has begun to fall into place with the completion of work on the boat pontoon near Bellevue. However the news about the southern end of the foreshore walk is not so encouraging.
Foreshore walk – work starts of Belleveue pontoon
Posted on 17th February 2009
Another part of the Blackwattle Bay foreshore walk has begun to fall into place with the start of work on the boat pontoon near Bellevue. The pontoon is intended for small boats, such as water taxis, and hopefully will one day allow visitors to arrive by water at whatever facility eventuates at Bellevue now the […]
Tempory Move of Overseas Passenger Terminal to White Bay
Posted on 27th January 2009
The Cruise Passenger Terminal at Darling harbour will be temporarily located at White Bay Wharves 4 and 5 whilst work is undertaken on Barangaroo. Consideration of whether the terminal will remain at White Bay will be undertaken as part of the master planning of the area, following consultation with the community.
Wentworth Park Celebration
Posted on 20th June 2008
“Second only to the Botanical Gardens as a recreation ground”: Max Solling tells the story of the ups and downs of Wentworth Park
Read the full text of Max Solling’s talk at the Wentworth Park Community Games Day, Sunday 18 May 2008.
Report on Glebe’s Superb Fairy-wrens (“Blue Wrens”)
Posted on 20th June 2008
The report of the ecologist engaged by the Glebe Society on Glebe's "Blue Wrens" is now available. Click here to read the report or go to the Glebe's Blue Wrens Sub-committee page.
Government Taskforce to Advise on Development of Our Bay
Posted on 14th May 2008
The Minister for Planning, Frank Sartor, has confirmed that the Government has established a taskforce to advise on the range of development scenarios for the ‘Bays Precinct’ (including Glebe Island, White Bay including the disused power station, Rozelle Bay and Blackwattle Bay).
Dry Boat Storage Plan Approved by Minister
Posted on 17th April 2008
The Minister for Planning, Frank Sartor, has approved plans for Australia’s largest boat storage facility to be built on the shores of Rozelle Bay. In his announcement on 23 May 2007, Mr Sartor said he had applied "a series of strict controls following community consultation." (Click here to read the full text of Mr Sartor’s […]
Draft Glebe Local Area Traffic Management Plan
Posted on 11th May 2007
SUBMISSION TO THE SYDNEY CITY COUNCIL ON THE DRAFT GLEBE AND FOREST LODGE LOCAL AREA TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT PLAN CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION 2.0 RESPONSE TO DRAFT LATM PLAN 3.0 GLEBE POINT ROAD ISSUES 4.0 FURTHER LATM WORKS 5.0 CONCLUSION 1.0 INTRODUCTION The Glebe Society wishes to thank Sydney City Council for undertaking a Local Area […]
Government taskforce to advise on development of our bays
Posted on 18th November 2007
The Minister for Planning, Frank Sartor, has confirmed that the Government has established a taskforce to advise on the range of development scenarios for the ‘Bays Precinct’ (including Glebe Island, White Bay including the disused power station, Rozelle Bay and Blackwattle Bay). The taskforce comprises the Coordinator General (chair), Department of Planning, SHFA, Sydney Ports […]
Bellevue reopens
Posted on 3rd March 2007
It was a time for celebration , with the official opening of the restored Bellevue in Blackwattle Bay Park on Saturday 3 March, 2007. The elegant style of the occasion was in keeping with appearance of the building itself. Those who arrived early enough sat at tables with covered with gleaming white tablecloths. Smartly dressed […]
Slipways Slips in Another One
Posted on 18th August 2007
Sydney Slipways, which was given approval last year by the Minister for Planning, Frank Sartor, has asked for a variation to extend their anchorage limit by 6m in the southerly direction by the side of the old Glebe Island Bridge. This may sound a small amount but the total distance to the other bank in […]
Wentworth Park Policy Statement
Posted on 14th March 2007
This document should be read in association with the Society's Bays and Foreshores Policy and the mission statement of the Blackwattle Cove Coalition. The Policy Statement was presented to the Glebe Society Management Committee meeting on 14 March 2007, and was subsequently published in the Bulletin. The Glebe Society is one of the contributing […]
Glebe Society Supports Light Rail to the Quay
Posted on 11th August 2006
Media release LIGHT RAIL Sydney, even more than other Australian cities, needs improved public transport. We need it to: Ease congestion in the CBD Reduce travel times Provide comfortable, safe travel to and from work Reduce our dependence on cars Save on the cost of fuel Reduce greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming Make […]
Tramsheds – “A Buck Each Way”
Posted on 5th April 2005
The following article appeared in the Sydney Morning Herald on April 5, 2005 A government agency transferred prime real estate to a Sydney club for $2 – and helped it save taxes. Jock Cheetham and Ross Duncan report. ‘Big trots – crowd runs wild,” roared The Sun-Herald’s front page on February 14, 1960. “Part of […]
Tramsheds – Public Meeting
Posted on 9th March 2005
A public meeting attended by about 100 people has condemned a proposal to develop 122 dwellings on the former tram depot site in Maxwell Road, Glebe. The development is proposed by the NSW Harness Racing Club which acquired the site from the NSW Government several years ago. It would occupy a large part of the […]
