Harbour Trust’s newsroom

Welcome to our newsroom – your source of news items, blogs, media releases and other updates about our organisation and the places we protect on Sydney Harbour.

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11 September 2025

Efforts underway to save Woolwich tree following vandalism

On 8 September 2025, the Harbour Trust became aware of another act of tree vandalism at the Horse Paddock, on the corner of Edgecliff Rd and Clarke Rd, Woolwich.

10 September 2025

Spotlight on Camp Cove’s former Marine Biological Station for History week

To mark History Week 2025 (6 to 14 September), we’ve unveiled an online exhibition exploring the layered story of one our protected landmarks – the former Marine Biological Station at Camp Cove, Watsons Bay.

9 September 2025

Kayak infrastructure at Sub Base Platypus

The Harbour Trust has been successful in its application for grant funding for the construction of new kayak infrastructure at Sub Base Platypus in North Sydney.

4 September 2025

NYE 2025 – House & apartment ballot now open

The ballot to hire one (or more) of our holiday houses or apartments during the New Year’s Eve period is now open. Be quick – the ballot closes 2pm AEST on Wednesday 17 September. Our NYE camping packages go on sale at 9am AEST on Tuesday 23 September.

6 August 2025

Historic Greenway Wall at Macquarie Lightstation restored

The Harbour Trust is proud to announce the delivery of its most recent conservation project: the restoration and interpretation of the historic Greenway Wall at Macquarie Lightstation – a site steeped in Australian colonial history and First Nations heritage.

29 July 2025

Vale Frank Thompson, Head Ranger

It is with deep sadness that we share the recent passing of Frank Thompson, our long-serving Head Ranger. We extend our heartfelt condolences and deepest sympathy to Frank’s family, friends and colleagues during this difficult time.

29 July 2025

EOI now open to join the Harbour Trust Community Advisory Committee

The Sydney Harbour Federation Trust (Harbour Trust) is seeking applicants to join its Community Advisory Committee for a 3-year term commencing in 2026 until 2028.

28 July 2025

Meet the Members of the Trust: Professor Tim Entwisle (Chair)

In November 2023, Professor Tim Entwisle was appointed by the Minister for the Environment and Water as Chair of the Harbour Trust. Keep reading to learn more about Tim and his role with the Harbour Trust.

24 July 2025

Harbour Trust launches 3 new immersive audio tours at Cockatoo Island

Great news – we’ve launched 3 immersive audio tours of Cockatoo Island! As you explore historic spaces and discover iconic landmarks, you’ll hear the stories of those who once lived, worked or were imprisoned here.

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