Yearly Archives: 2009
Glebe Sesquicentenary -150 years of school life in Glebe
Posted on 2nd August 2009The Historic Photo Show will be at Glebe Library form Monday 3rd -17th August
Guided Tour Valhalla
Posted on 9th July 2009The Valhalla Sunday 2nd August The will be two guided tours of the Valhalla as an adaptive reuse project, conducted by the architect Megan Jones. Time: 4.00PM and 5.00PM on Sunday 2nd August. Meet: on the steps of the Valhalla for either time. There is no need to book, just turn up These tours […]
Glebe Sesquicentenary – Time Capsule – 2nd August
Posted on 11th July 20092009 is the 150th anniversary of the creation of Glebe as a municipality. Residents, government agencies, schools, community groups and local businesses are invited to join in the celebration of Glebe’s rich and vibrant past and present.The first event will be the burying of a Time Capsule by Lord Mayor, Cr Clover Moore MP, at Jubilee fountain on Sunday 2 August 2009 at 11:00am.
Valhalla launch party – 2nd August
Posted on 7th July 2009W Property, developer of the former cinema in Glebe Point Road, invites members members of the Glebe Society for drinks to celebrate the completion of the Valhalla.
National Trust/Glebe Society walking tour of Glebe
Posted on 7th July 2009Joint NationalTrust/Glebe Society tour of Glebe, including the Glebe Estate, led by Max Solling. A second tour will be organised for members of the Glebe Society in October.
Guided tour of The Abbey in Annandale
Posted on 6th July 2009A guided tour of the historical residence The Abbey in Johnston Street, Annandale, will be held on Satuday 18 July. Meet at 1.30pm for a 2pm inspection. Further details in the Bulletin 5/09.
For bookings, phone David Mander Jones on 95524172 or email davidandfay@manderjones.com.au by 8 July.
Glebe Society held a SECOND great party to celebrate its 40 years
Posted on 1st July 2009The Glebe Society held a SECOND great party to celebrate its 40 years since inception, on Sunday afternoon 28th June at Margaretta Cottage in Glebe. This party was distinguished by the attendance of many of the past Presidents and Honorary Life Members of the Glebe Society. See photos.
Time Capsule – request for items & stories from individuals
Posted on 27th June 2009One component of Glebe’s sesqui-centennary celebration will be the burying of a time capsule near the fountain in Jubilee Place (gateway to Glebe Point Road). Contributions to the time capsule are welcomed.
Glebe Society held a great party to celebrate its 40 years
Posted on 22nd June 2009The Glebe Society held a party last night, Friday 19th June, to celebrate its 40th year since it began in 1969, attended by 150 members and representatives of local Glebe community organisations. Special guest was Jack Mundey OA.
Threat to historic Glebe Island Bridge
Posted on 20th June 2009THE 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.
2009 Glebe NAIDOC Event: Respecting our Elders Nurturing our Youth
Posted on 21st June 2009This is the first year that the Glebe community has organised its own program for NAIDOC week. This is a collaboration with Eora TAFE, Glebe Police, Glebe Public School, Glebe Youth Service , Glebe Chamber of Commerce, Tranby. Aboriginal Employment Services, City of Sydney and community members. This invitation is open to everyone in the community. Please show your support on 4th July.
The Bays
Posted on 18th June 2009Blackwattle 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 2009Mayfair … 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.
Thirsty Thursday – Na Zdrowie Polish restaurant
Posted on 14th June 2009“Thirsty Thursday” for July will be held on Thursday 2nd July at 6.30 p.m. at Na Zdrowie restaurant, a Polish restaurant, at 161 Glebe Point Road, Glebe. Thirsty Thursday events are an opportunity for Glebe Society members to meet at some of Glebe’s more interesting restaurants and enjoy each other’s company in a relaxed atmosphere.
Curent Issues
Posted on 10th June 2009The 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 […]