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Tag Archives: Preservation
Berrima’s War Memorial Oak Turns 125
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
Berrima heritage weekend, book now!
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
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
The Threat Of Southern Highlands Coal Mining
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
Christmas in July | SHCAG Community Fundraiser
Dear Members, The Southern Highlands Coal Action Group will hold a community fundraising dinner to support the Carter’s Lane Defence Fund in late July. Details are outlined below and please note the RSVP is events@shag.com.au
What the Berrima Residents Association does
The Berrima Residents Association seeks to preserve and beautify the unique architectural and environmental heritage of Australia’s only intact Colonial Georgian village. Members of the association work together on a range of projects including: Bushcare – Maintaining the natural features … Continue reading
The Surveyor General, Australia’s oldest Inn to be restored
[youtube=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uz70B99T-vY] The Surveyor General is one of Berrima’s greatest icons. However, in 1962 the hotel had fallen into severe disrepair and had been condemned. It’s hard to believe that the hotel was under threat when you look at it today, … Continue reading