Tag Archives: BRA

Jeremy Buckingham speaks up against Hume Coal

Posted on 11/03/2016 by berrimaresass

It is great to see one political party come out publicly against Hume Coal’s proposed export coal mine in Berrima. How long do we have to wait for a public statement from the Labor Party or the Liberals? Are the … Continue reading →

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Harper’s Mansion Garden & Plant Fair

Posted on 24/10/2015 by berrimaresass

Harper’s Mansion is holding its annual Garden and Plant Fair on Sunday 1st November, 10:00 am – 4:00 pm. Corner of Wilkinson Street & Old Hume Highway, Berrima Entrance Fee: Includes access to garden and Harper’s Mansion Adults $5.00 (school … Continue reading →

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ANZAC Day 2015 in Berrima

Posted on 04/05/2015 by berrimaresass
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Berrima’s War Memorial Oak Turns 125

Posted on 02/05/2015 by berrimaresass

The Berrima Residents Association, Harper’s Mansion and the National Trust recently marked the 125 anniversary of the planting by Sir Henry Parkes of Berrima’s War Memorial Oak Tree. Known as the ‘Father of Federation”, Sir Henry had travelled by express train to Bowral, … Continue reading →

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Berrima heritage weekend, book now!

Posted on 01/03/2015 by berrimaresass

Rarely seen examples of Berrima’s early colonial architecture will soon be open to the public. The National Trust and Harper’s Mansion coordinated initiative includes inspections of public and private heritage properties, on both sides of the Wingecarribee River. Schedule: Saturday morning, 10.30 am – 12.00 noon – introductory talks by renowned … Continue reading →

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New Boules Court Completed

Posted on 30/11/2014 by berrimaresass

Following several months of discussion and planning,  Berrima’s new Boules Court has been delivered, situated in front of the old tennis court shelter shed in the Market Place. Boules (French pronounciation: Boolz) is a collective name for a wide range of … Continue reading →

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Berrima Gaol breaks open its doors

Posted on 05/11/2014 by berrimaresass

Berrima Gaol opens its doors after 176 years | Australia Day 2015 Long Weekend Continue reading →

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Shoot with a camera, not with a gun

Posted on 23/09/2014 by berrimaresass

The Bell Gallery (10 Jellore St, Berrima) will soon host an exhibition aimed at raising awareness of the dangers to native animals posed by shooting and hunting in our National Parks and State Forests. The ‘Animals in the Wild Photo … Continue reading →

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Landscaping the southern approach to the village

Posted on 22/08/2014 by berrimaresass

Residents noticed that Wingecarribee Shire Council (WSC) recently used the area on the southern approach to the village to store road-building materials. The use of this area for storing materials has been discussed and residents agreed the following: Storage of materials … Continue reading →

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The Threat Of Southern Highlands Coal Mining

Posted on 10/07/2014 by berrimaresass

Jean Kitson and Anthony Ackroyd have recorded a short parody exposing the threat of coal and coal seam gas mining in the Southern Highlands. It makes for an amusing, but worrying portrayal of the situation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jo-lwLbmiP0

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