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Couple admiring the Hanging Swamp at North Head Sanctuary in Manly.
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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30 October 2024

Taste a different side of Sydney

Just as Sydney is known for its iconic, world-renowned harbour, it’s also known for its thriving foodie scene. To celebrate our community of cafes and restaurants, we've released a guide to the best bites on Sydney Harbour. 

25 October 2024

Biodiversity enhancement at Cockatoo Island / Wareamah

The Harbour Trust in partnership with the Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) have installed Living Seawalls at Cockatoo Island / Wareamah as part of its marine restoration pilot project.

25 October 2024

Cockatoo Island / Wareamah Master Plan finalised

The Cockatoo Island / Wareamah Master Plan was finalised following careful consideration of community feedback. The plan has been endorsed by the Members of the Trust.

30 September 2024

Top 4 coastal walks to try this spring

Step off the beaten path, grab your friends and explore the stunning coastal trails Sydney has to offer.

30 September 2024

New appointees to the Members of the Trust

Two new Members of the Trust have been appointed – Professor Helen Lochhead AO and returning member, Brad Manera.

30 July 2024

Historic Sydney cemetery undergoing conservation works

A heritage conservation project, now underway at North Head Sanctuary in Manly, is turning back the clock on one of Sydney’s most historic and scenic cemeteries. 

26 July 2024

Revised information for Middle Head Oval amenities building proposal

Mosman Council has updated its planning application for a proposed new amenities building at Middle Head Oval with revised information. We invite members of the community to review the proposal and provide comment via the Have Your Say page until 5pm Friday 23 August 2024 (AEST). 

18 July 2024

Historic Retort House at Sub Base Platypus undertakes essential heritage repairs

The Harbour Trust is undertaking vital repair works on the historic Retort House located at Sub Base Platypus in North Sydney. This significant project, which began in March 2024 and is scheduled for completion by the end of August 2024, focuses on preserving the building's fabric and ensuring its longevity for future use.

15 July 2024

Seahorse hotels installed at Cockatoo Island / Wareamah

Last week, the Sydney Institute of Marine Science (SIMS) with the help of Gamay Rangers, successfully installed 20 seahorse hotels on the Eastern Apron of Cockatoo Island / Wareamah.

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Acknowledgement of Country

We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians and Owners of the lands, waters and sky of Sydney Harbour, including the extraordinary places we manage and protect. Today, the homelands of the Borogegal, Birrabirragal, Cammeraygal, Gadigal, Gayamagal, Wallumedegal and Wangal peoples host destinations under our stewardship. We pay our respects to their Elders past, present, and emerging.

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