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20 March 2025

Historic walls being restored at North Head Sanctuary

The historic sandstone walls at North Head Sanctuary are currently being restored by the Harbour Trust. This project will restore the structural integrity of the site’s walls – sections of which have been damaged by environmental factors – and ensure their heritage values are protected.

18 March 2025

North Head Sanctuary deed extension

The Harbour Trust and the NSW Governments are pleased that an updated North Head Sanctuary deed extension until 2123 has been finalised and agreed. This guarantees that North Head Sanctuary will remain under the care and stewardship of the Harbour Trust.

17 March 2025

Harbour Trust volunteers elevate historically significant cannon with handcrafted carriage

The Harbour Trust’s Heritage Restoration Volunteers have brought history back to life, creating a detailed replica wooden carriage for a historic 6 Lb Smoothbore (SB) Bronze Cannon, manufactured c.1795.

28 February 2025

Cockatoo Island welcomes more than 200 endangered seahorses

On Wednesday 26 February, more than 200 White’s Seahorses (Hippocampus whitei) were released and rehomed off the Eastern Apron of Cockatoo Island. This operation was undertaken by the Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) in partnership with Harbour Trust. It marks the first release of these endangered creatures into Sydney Harbour this year.

8 January 2025

Do summer differently at Cockatoo Island

Just a 9-minute ferry ride from Barangaroo, Cockatoo Island is a family-friendly destination full of history, adventure and fun in the heart of Sydney Harbour!

3 January 2025

Tree vandalism on Harbour Trust land at Horse Paddock, Woolwich

On 2 January 2025 the Harbour Trust became aware of an incident of tree vandalism at the Horse Paddock, adjacent to Alfred Street, Woolwich.

2 December 2024

New appointee fills final vacancy on the Harbour Trust board

The Minister for the Environment and Water has appointed Daniel Gilbert AM as a new Member of the Trust, filling the final vacancy on the Harbour Trust board.

29 November 2024

Consultation outcomes Middle Head Oval – proposed new amenities building

On 28 November 2024, the Harbour Trust determined Mosman Council’s application for a proposed replacement amenities building and associated works at Middle Head Oval.

26 November 2024

Top 5 Sydney restaurants with breathtaking views (blog)

If you're searching for a picture-perfect dining experience that marries exquisite food with breathtaking views, look no further! Here are 5 must-try restaurants where you can enjoy a wine and dine experience with an outdoor adventure twist.

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