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 A very special event this afternoon that focussed on the role of women in the early days of the Glebe Society - 50 years ago. Our six panelists shared memories of Kate Smith who provided the social "glue" that united members, enabling effective activism. Kate was married to Bernard Smith, the Society's founding president. Tonight is the premiere of a film about the Glebe Society, made by Allan Hogan, pictured here on assignment in Uganda 1976 to interview Idi Amin. 'Demolition by neglect' - governments' go-to approach for dealing with inconvenient Heritage items, like the Glebe Island Bridge. Glebe Society president, Verity Firth, tells SMH: “We must preserve and re-use this treasure.” The historic Glebe Island Bridge could provide a vital pedestrian and cycling link for Sydney Harbour. Gorgeous display at the environment space of the Glebe Society Community Festival. Thanks to Asa Wahlquist, Judy Christie, Alex Moleman and Charlotte Simpson-Young. Check it out at Tramsheds Community Hall, Forest Lodge. What a great event last night hearing from these movers and shakers of the 60' & 70's- Meredith Burgmann, Josefa Sobski, Nadia Wheatley. #TheGlebeSociety |
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