Update September 2025 The Member for Sydney Alex Greenwich recently commented on the outcome of the NSW Court Case. Update 3 September 2025 High Court Upholds La Perouse Land Claim Over Disused Paddington Site The ABC has reported that the High Court of Australia has delivered a landmark victory to[...]

Visit Busby's Bore In recognition of the importance of this early water supply system to the people of Sydney and New South Wales, Busby’s Bore was entered on the NSW State Heritage Register in 1999. Busby's Bore can be viewed at Victoria Barracks when visiting the Army Museum of NSW.[...]

Gugara Park proposed toilet block locations Update: 18 August 2025 Council staff reviewed the 102 submissions received and based on community feedback, further investigations were conducted to find an alternative location for a new toilet at Gugara Park. A new location was proposed (Option 5) which is approximately[...]

The NSW Government Draft Heritage Strategy aims to ensure heritage is valued as an integral part of the culture and wellbeing of our communities and our sense of place. Heritage includes the places, objects and stories we have inherited from the past and want to protect for generations to come.[...]

19 Shadforth Street, Paddington c1959, J. Jonas [click to enlarge] When Jeffrey Jonas bought his property in Paddington in 1959 it was a very different place from the charming suburb it is today. “I’d ask my mates to visit my property after the pub closed,” Jeff recalls, “and even[...]

In 2023, the NSW Government made an election commitment to support music venues, trading hours and outdoor performance through a Cultural SEPP. The Night Time Economy Explanation of Intended Effect (EIE) proposed changes to the planning system to support more creative, hospitality and cultural uses contributing to the 24-hour economy.[...]

The City of Sydney have reviewed their heritage conservation areas. Proposed boundary changes aim to place sites in the most appropriate conservation area, correct mapping errors, remove buildings that detract from heritage significance and include more contributory buildings. There are currently 75 conservation areas within the Sydney. There are more[...]

Choosing the Right Paint: How Colour Shapes Paddington’s Heritage Streetscape In heritage suburbs like Paddington, paint isn't just a decorative choice it’s a vital tool in preserving the architectural integrity and visual harmony of the streetscape. Colour schemes play a powerful role in highlighting the features of historic buildings, unifying[...]