Sydney Chevra Kadisha - 172-178 Oxford Street Woollahra

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Sydney Chevra Kadisha on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Sydney Chevra Kadisha, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Sydney Chevra Kadisha means the item subject to this direction being an item comprising of Lot 1 DP85862 located at 172-178 Oxford Street, Woollahra, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3356 in Schedule A, and includes two brick buildings, being the main building and the western office building, with associated landscaped areas.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Sydney Chevra Kadisha. I consider Sydney Chevra Kadisha meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history as the oldest Jewish organisation in Australia, established in 1817 and for its connection to Jewish migration to Australia, including refugee settlement
ii. has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons as the principal cultural organisation which provides sacred rites associated with death in accordance with Jewish custom and beliefs
iii. possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW’s cultural or natural history because it is the only exclusively Jewish burial society within NSW and the only place in NSW which practices the full extent of Jewish funerary customs
iv. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments for its ability to represent Jewish lifeways, customs and philosophies, particularly with regards to death, mourning and funerary rites.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act
ii. Sydney Chevra Kadisha contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Sydney Chevra Kadisha for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the item has operated as the Sydney Chevra Kadisha since its construction in the 1950s and the listing would recognise and encourage this use. Site specific exemptions will assist with efficient management and reasonable use.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because no evidence of financial hardship has been provided to me, the listing would not inhibit the ongoing use of the site by the owner, and site specific exemptions have been prepared in consultation with the owner.

Dated this 8th day of December 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

Discobolus Monument Moveable Heritage Group - 5 Herb Elliott Avenue (Stockroute Park) Sydney Olympic Park

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Discobolus Monument Moveable Heritage Group on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Discobolus Monument Moveable Heritage Group, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 8th day of December 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

B) Discobolus Monument Moveable Heritage Group means the item subject to this direction being a group of moveable heritage objects assembled to form a sculptural installation comprising a large discus sculpture, with associated architectural elements (marble podium, stone and grass discus throwing circle, stone blocks, marble column fragments, stone walls with plaques, and memory stones labelled with names of donors and supporters) and associated planted landscape elements (cypress and olive trees).


2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Discobolus Monument Moveable Heritage Group. I consider Discobolus Monument Moveable Heritage Group meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. has strong or special association with the life or works of acclaimed Australian artist, educator and curator, Professor Robert Owen, the 2000 Sydney Olympic Games, the Greek and broader Hellenic Australian community and with the late Tasha Vanos OAM, former athlete, and Hellenic Australian community leader
ii. Demonstrates a high degree of creative achievement as a major public sculptural installation by acclaimed Australian artist, Professor Robert Owen. It is a powerful public artwork demonstrating strong symbolism in its planted and architectural elements
iii. Has strong and enduring social value to the Greek and wider Hellenic Australian community and demonstrates their ongoing contribution to NSW, their memory of ancestral lands and gratitude to Australia, as well as Olympic history.

B) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against three of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act
ii. Discobolus Monument Moveable Heritage Group contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage
iii. Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Discobolus Monument Moveable Heritage Group for current and future generations.

C) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)© of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owner supports for listing as a moveable heritage group, has not raised concerns regarding reasonable use of the item, and site specific exemptions have been developed to facilitate appropriate activities and efficient management.

D) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support the listing and no evidence has been submitted that the listing will cause financial hardship on the owner.

Economic Rock and Mineral Collection - 947-953 Londonderry Road Londonderry

Direction to the Heritage Council to list the Economic Rock and Mineral Collection on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list the Economic Rock and Mineral Collection, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 11th day of November 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

1.Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Economic Rock and Mineral Collection means the item subject to this direction being a moveable collection currently held at the W.B. Clarke Geoscience Centre, 947-953 Londonderry Road, Londonderry, and includes a wide range of rock, mineral, ore, fossil, and meteorite specimens representative of the mineral deposits of industrial interest found in NSW.

2.Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:

a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of the Economic Rock and Mineral Collection. I consider the Economic Rock and Mineral Collection meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history because it is an invaluable record of the geological and mining history of NSW, as well as the State's mineral and resource wealth
ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history because of its strong connection with the Geological Survey of NSW, as well as the noted 19th century geologists Rev. W. B. Clarke, Charles S. Wilkinson, and Joseph E. Carne
iii. has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of NSW's cultural or natural history because of its ability to provide substantial ongoing contributions to the fields of geology and mining history
iv. possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history because it is the only collection of its kind, and with its particular focus, in the State
v. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW's cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments because the collection is representative of all the specific mineral deposits that have been found to be of economic or industrial interest in NSW since 1875.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against five of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act
ii. the Economic Rock and Mineral Collection contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of the Economic Rock and Mineral Collection for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owner has not raised concerns regarding reasonable use of the item, listing will support the ongoing use of the collection as a reference and research resource, and site specific exemptions have been developed to facilitate ongoing collection management and research activities.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner because they support listing and ongoing collection management and research activities will be supported by site specific exemptions.

Moree Rocket - 69 Frome Street Moree

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Moree Rocket, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 11 day of November 2025.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

B) Moree Rocket means the item subject to this direction being a work that includes a rocket shaped playground climbing structure and a border of land extending in a three metre radius from the centre of the rocket and comprising Part Lot 1 DP1168343, located at 69 Frome Street, Kirkby Park, Moree, and as identified as the ‘State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage’ on the Plan 3355 in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Moree Rocket. I consider Moree Rocket meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history as a representation of a pivotal shift in the history of Australian childhood, when outdoor play equipment began to reflect postwar ideas about imaginative play, physical activity and space exploration
ii. Is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW as an example of innovative postwar play equipment designed to engage young imaginations and reflect popular culture
iii. Is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments as a largely intact example of the mid-20th century playground equipment that became an icon of Australian childhood.

B) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against three of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act
ii. Moree Rocket contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage
iii. Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Moree Rocket for current and future generations.

C) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)© of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owner has not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item and the listing does not prevent the ongoing current use of the item as a static structure.

D) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner because they support the listing and no evidence of financial hardship has been provided.

Seidler Offices and Penthouses (including moveable heritage) - 2, 2A and 4 Glen Milsons Point

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Seidler Offices and Penthouses (including moveable heritage) on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Seidler Offices and Penthouses (including moveable heritage), I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Seidler Offices and Penthouses (including moveable heritage) means the item subject to this direction being a precinct comprising Lot 10 DP1113743, Lot 3 DP172924, Lot 1 DP437535, and Lot 101 DP82409, located at 2-4 Glen Street, Milsons Point, and as identified as the ‘State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage’ on the Plan 3349 in Schedule A, and includes three office buildings with residential components (including moveable heritage), and Harry’s Park, a landscaped forecourt with sculptural elements.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Seidler Offices and Penthouses. I consider Seidler Offices and Penthouses meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history because of its association with renowned architect Harry Seidler and his practice, Harry Seidler & Associates.
ii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because the precinct is an excellent example of Modern Movement commercial buildings designed by Seidler, and which reflect the evolution of Seidler’s architecture and structural engineering.
iii. possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW’s cultural or natural history because the precinct is a fine and highly intact example of Seidler’s work, including modernist interiors.
iv. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments because the precinct is an excellent, highly intact and early example of Seidler’s commercial works.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. Seidler Offices and Penthouses (including moveable heritage) contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;
iii. Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Seidler Offices and Penthouses (including moveable heritage) for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owners have not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the precinct, and it is currently being appropriately and successfully managed as a commercial precinct with some private residences. This use is a key aspect of its significance and the efficient ongoing use will be facilitated by site specific exemptions.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support the listing and no evidence of financial hardship has been provided.

Dated this 4th day of November 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

Heritage Hotel - 19 Cudgery Street Dorrigo

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Heritage Hotel on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Heritage Hotel, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 4 day of November 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

B) Heritage Hotel means the item subject to this direction being a place comprising Lot 3 DP 800990, located at 19 Cudgery Street, Dorrigo and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3351 in Schedule A, and includes the hotel building and rear motel.


2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of the Heritage Hotel. I consider the Heritage Hotel meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history for its connection to migration and migrant experiences in the early 20th century, and the contribution of migrant communities to the regional development of NSW.
Ii. Is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments as a symbol of migrant experiences which are underrepresented in the understanding of Australian history.

B) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against two of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act
ii. The Heritage Hotel contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage
iii. Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of the Heritage Hotel for current and future generations
iv. The important contribution of the Heritage Hotel and the Feros family in shaping the development of Dorrigo, and the way this parallels the development of other regional towns across NSW
v. the underrepresentation of migrant stories on the State Heritage Register.

C) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)© of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owners have not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item, and the site specific exemptions will ensure it can continue to be used as a hotel and will allow for appropriate change at the site in the future.

D) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support the listing and no evidence of financial hardship has been provided.

BHP Administration Precinct - 99 Selwyn Street Mayfield North

Direction to the Heritage Council to list the BHP Administration Precinct on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list the BHP Administration Precinct, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 29 day of October 2025

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

B) BHP Administration Precinct means the item subject to this direction being a precinct that includes the former administration building, roll shop, Newcastle Steelworks Memorial, Muster Point Memorial, and items of moveable heritage and comprises part Lot 332 DP1176879 located at 99 Selwyn Street, Mayfield North, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3334 in Schedule A.


2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of the BHP Administration Precinct. I consider the BHP Administration Precinct meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history because it provides a connection to the industrialisation of NSW in the 20th century, the development of BHP and the contribution of the Newcastle Steelworks to the industrial and economic growth of NSW
ii. Has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history because of its associations with key figures in industrial history including Guillaume Delprat, as well as BHP and Ross and Rowe, the architects responsible for the administration building
iii. Is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because of both the architectural design of the administration building, as well as the technological innovation and achievement which occurred at the site
iv. Is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places or cultural or natural environments because it demonstrates 20th century architecture and the pattern of industrialisation, and as a group of buildings representing the activities of the BHP Newcastle Steelworks.

B) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act
ii. The BHP Administration Precinct contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage
iii. Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of the BHP Administration Precinct for current and future generations.

C) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)© of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owners have not raised concerns regarding economic use of the item, and site specific exemptions have been developed to facilitate use and management, and support the future plans for the Precinct.

D) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they do not object to the listing and the site specific exemptions are comprehensive and meet all stated needs of the owners.

E) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):
i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage
ii. To encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage
iii. To provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of the BHP Administration Precinct is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and recognise the importance of industrial heritage to the people of NSW, and the role of BHP in shaping industrial development in the 20th century.

Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of Industries - 1 Driver Avenue Moore Park

2. Reasons for decision to direct the listing

2.1 I received on 21 October 2025 the recommendation of the Heritage Council dated 1 July 2025 that Hordern Pavilion and Royall Hall of Industries be listed on the State Heritage Register.

2.2 The recommendation of the Heritage Council was comprised of a meeting resolution dated 1 July 2025, which attached a summary paper and the following indexed attachments:
i. Tab 3.1A Detailed report
ii. Tab 3.1B Location map
iii. Tab 3.1C Recommended listing curtilage
iv. Tab 3.1D Recommended site specific exemptions
v. Tab 3.1E Submissions received
vi. Tab 3.1F Heritage database report
2.3 I have considered the above documents at paragraph 2.2. Noting the Heritage Council received 24 submissions and one late submission, with 22 supporting the listing, two objecting to the listing, and the one late submission being unclear about support. I have also considered the decision brief prepared by Heritage NSW.

2.4 I have considered the submissions and representations from the owner and lessees, who support the listing. I have also considered the consultations undertaken by the Heritage Council with the owner and lessees of the precinct who support the site specific exemptions.

2.5 I have considered the submissions from the lessee of the neighbouring property who objected to the listing. I have also considered the consultation undertaken by Heritage NSW with the lessee of the neighbouring property, as well as their additional late submission and correspondence sent to me on the matter.

2.6 I have also considered the submission from a member of the public who objected to the listing.

2.7 I have carefully considered the totality of the Act, my responsibilities under the Act, and in particular the sections referred to in these reasons.

Whether the item is of State heritage significance
2.8 I have formed the view that Hordern Pavilion and Royall Hall of Industries meets the definition of State heritage significance in section 4A of the Act.

2.9 I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Hordern Pavilion and Royall Hall of Industries. I consider Hordern Pavilion and Royall Hall of Industries meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history as the Royal Hall of Industries was the largest of its kind in NSW when it was built. It was acclaimed as one of the largest and best exhibition halls in the world. It was one of the first two exhibition halls at the former Royal Agricultural Showground. The building also played a special role as an emergency hospital during the Spanish influenza epidemic of 1919-20 and as a military administrative centre during the Second World War. Apart from hosting the Royal Easter Show until 1998, the building was used as the ‘Royal Palais’ dance hall, and ice-skating rink among other entertainment uses. The Hordern Pavilion is of State historic significance as it was purpose built in 1924 as an industrial exhibition hall to expand the display space of the existing Royal Hall of Industries. It served this purpose until 1998, when the Royal Easter Show was relocated. It was the largest entertainment venue in NSW until 1983 when the Entertainment Centre opened. Both buildings have continuously operated as entertainment and recreational venues that have hosted a range of events that reflect the ongoing changes in recreation and musical trends over multiple generations of the NSW community.

ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history as the Royal Hall of Industries has ties with the Royal Agricultural Society. It is also closely associated with the life and career of notable entertainment entrepreneur, J.C. Bendrodt, as the operator of the Royal Palais dance hall and later the Ice Palais skating rink. The Hordern Pavilion is also of State associative significance as it was dedicated to Anthony Hordern & Sons., who owned the largest department store in Sydney and one of the largest in the world. The company’s ambition was to be universal providers and they remained major players in the Australian retail market until the second half of the 20th century. The Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of Industries hold State associative significance for being closely associated with the Royal Agricultural Society, as both halls were purpose built to serve the community as industrial exhibition halls.

iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW as is a fine example of a Federation free classical style structure of grand proportions, expressing society’s growing prosperity. The Hordern Pavilion was designed in the Inter-war academic classical style, featuring rendered masonry with classical detailing, such as fluted doric columns to the exterior. Both buildings have landmark qualities and the precinct is a key element in the Driver Avenue and Lang Road streetscape forming a picturesque backdrop to Moore Park.

iv. has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons as the precinct has State social significance for the people of Sydney and NSW as it has been in continuous use since 1811 as a site of public recreation and entertainment and continues to draw crowds from across the State. The Hordern Pavilion was the primary venue to host large indoor events until the Entertainment Centre opened early in 1983, such as indoor tennis championships, concerts and many other entertainment events. The Hordern Pavilion continues to host internationally famous artists and large-scale events attended by people from across NSW. The Royal Hall of Industries served as the show bag pavilion at the iconic Royal Easter Show before the show moved to Homebush in 1998. From the early 1920s the Royal Hall of Industries became the popular dance and jazz venue known as the Palais Royal. The Precinct has demonstrated its important role in responding to the recreational and musical trends of the NSW community and servicing the community as an entertainment and recreational venue. Generations have visited during the various recreational phases of the Precinct, from its days as the Royal Easter Show until its current use as the headquarters for the Sydney Swans (Royal Hall of Industries) and entertainment venue (Hordern Pavilion) depicting the precinct’s ongoing social value to the NSW community.

The Heritage Council’s recommendation
2.10 Section 32(1)(a) of the Act requires me to consider the Heritage Council’s recommendation. I have considered all the material contained in the Heritage Council’s recommendation, including the submissions received by the Heritage Council. I consider the Heritage Council’s recommendation to be a material factor in deciding to direct the listing.

Whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary
2.11 Section 32(1)(b) of the Act requires me to consider whether the long-term conservation of the item is necessary. I have considered the material provided to me and I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;

ii. Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of Industries contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;

iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Hordern Pavilion and Royal Hall of Industries for current and future generations.

Whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use
2.10 Regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me, including the submission of the owner, lessees and lessee of the neighbouring property, and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use. I consider the ongoing use of the Hordern Pavilion and Royall Hall of Industries as an entertainment precinct will not be affected by the listing and that appropriate site specific exemptions have been developed which will support this important ongoing use.

Whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, lessee or mortgagee
2.11 Regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered all the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship.

2.12 My consideration of any financial hardship must be caused by the listing of Hordern Pavilion and Royall Hall of Industries and have a logical connection between the status of the owner, mortgagee or lessee affected by the listing and any loss suffered. I must consider the financial status (or likely financial status) of the affected owner, mortgagee or lessee. No evidence of financial status or hardship was submitted and therefore it is open to me on this basis to conclude that no undue financial hardship will occur. Accordingly, I do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners, mortgagees or lessees.

Penny Sharpe, Minister for Heritage 27 October 2025

Woolley Townhouse - 8A Cooper Street Paddington

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Woolley Townhouse on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Woolley Townhouse, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 2 day of October 2025.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1.Interpretation

a)Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b)Woolley Townhouse means the item subject to this direction being a building and surrounding land comprising of Lot 2 DP573941, located at 8A Cooper Street, Paddington, and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 3331 in Schedule A.

2.Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a)regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Woolley Townhouse. I consider Woolley Townhouse meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i.is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history because of its role in the development of late 20th century modernist domestic architectural design in NSW, demonstrating an early and remarkable example of postmodern characteristics within the Sydney School of design.
ii.has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history because of its strong association with Ken Woolley, one of the most prominent and important Australian architects of the mid to late 20th century.
iii.is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW as a late 20th century modern style design incorporating several postmodern style elements. The design focused on the idea of inner city living and incorporates highly efficient spaces. It is significant for its numerous references to, and reinterpretation of, local historical architectural elements and typologies.
iv.possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history for its unique setting, reinterpretation of the historic context, and post-modern influence demonstrating a major shift in his work and making this house a design of exceptional interest.

b)regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i.I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii.Woolley Townhouse contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage;
iii.long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Woolley Townhouse for current and future generations.

c)regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the listing would not prevent the item's ongoing use for residential purposes.

d)regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner because no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owners was provided to me. Site specific exemptions can be developed in future to ensure the owner can efficiently and cost effectively maintain the property and clarify if specialist knowledge and tradespeople are required for repairs and maintenance.

e)I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i.to promote an understanding of the State's heritage
ii.to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage
iii.to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Woolley Townhouse is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and will allow for an understanding of the development of modern and postmodern architecture in NSW, and the career of Ken Woolley.

Vaucluse House and Setting (and moveable heritage) - 69A Wentworth Road Vaucluse

SHR No. 00955

a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Vaucluse House and Setting (and moveable heritage). I consider Vaucluse House and Setting (and moveable heritage) meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history as the home of William Charles and Sarah Wentworth and family for substantial periods, the first house museum in NSW with a family-provenanced collection and reflecting its social aspirations

ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history as the home of William Charles Wentworth and family, prominent in colonial affairs, the work of architects George Cookney, James Hume, Mortimer Lewis and John Frederick Hilly, and of artists including Conrad Martens, George Edward Peacock, Jacob Janssen and Eugene von Guerard

iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW demonstrating the architectural and functional interdependence of buildings and intact landscape, appropriately scaled setting, evidence of the Picturesque and Gardenesque movements, and as subject of important artists' works, including commissioned artists family portraits

iv. has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons as it retains its core original grounds, beach paddock, tearooms and south paddock that provided community recreation and harbourfront access from 1910, and work for the community and Aboriginal community since the 19th century, when few other historic houses were open to the public

v. has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of NSW's cultural or natural history because of its large surviving collection of documentary evidence on the house, its occupants and objects, its escarpment which contains the remains of estate workers' cottages, intact mid-19th century garden and estate design with remnants of significant native plantings, and remnant bush fringes

vi. possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history as a fairly intact example of 19th century marine villa estate with substantial buildings and garden, many original fixtures, fittings and moveable heritage, colonial Picturesque estate and garden, and as an estate resumed by the NSW government in 1910 to give public access to harbour foreshores and remnant indigenous vegetation

vii. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW's cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments with evidence of colonial Picturesque estate planning, the Victorian Gardenesque, its family provenanced collection demonstrating their way of life, social standing and status, buildings with both 'master and servant' perspectives on 19th century life, and an example of English Gothic Romanticism.


b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against seven of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act

ii. Vaucluse House and Setting (and moveable heritage) contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage

iii. Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Vaucluse House and Setting (and moveable heritage) for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether amending the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider amending the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the listing amendment does not prevent the ongoing current use of the item. The owners support amending the SHR listing.

d) regarding whether amending the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider amending the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support the amendment of the listing, and no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owners was provided to me.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State's heritage

ii. to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage

iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Vaucluse House and Setting (and moveable heritage) is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and amending the listing will raise awareness of its full range of values, including as NSW's first house museum, an early example of government leadership providing public recreation and free harbour access, varied insights into the Wentworth family and social history of running an estate, and important early NSW house.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
25 September 2025

Paddington Town Hall - 249 Oxford Street Paddington

SHR 00561

a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Paddington Town Hall. I consider Paddington Town Hall meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history as one of the last public buildings of its style, for its significant role in LGBTQIA+ community activism for law reform and in addressing the HIV / AIDS crisis, hosting many community events including the first Aboriginal Debutante Ball in 1966 and a fundraiser for the Student Action for Aborigines Freedom Ride in 1965

ii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW as a landmark example of Victorian Free Classical architectural style

iii. has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons because it hosted many events attracting attendees from across NSW including balls (like the first Aboriginal Debutante Ball), community gatherings, fundraisers (like the Student Action for Aborigines Freedom Ride), and played a significant role in LGBTQIA+ community activism for law reform and in addressing the HIV/ AIDS crisis

iv. possesses uncommon, rare, or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history as it contains surviving interior design elements by architect Walter Burley Griffin that are very rare in NSW


b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act

ii. Paddington Town Hall contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage

iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Paddington Town Hall for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing amendment would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing amendment would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the amendment does not prevent the ongoing current use of the item. The owner supports amending the listing and has been consulted on site specific exemptions which will facilitate the owner's and lessees' ongoing management of the item for community uses.

d) regarding whether the listing amendment would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing amendment would cause undue financial hardship to the owner because they support the amendment of the listing, and no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owner was provided to me

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing amendment would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State's heritage

ii. to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage

iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Paddington Town Hall is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage, its rich social values and community esteem, including to the LGBTQIA+ and Aboriginal communities, and rarity of its Walter Burley Griffin designed interior elements.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
25 September 2025

Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River - Goulburn Road Abercrombie

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 26th day of August 2025

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1.Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River means the item subject to this direction being a work that is a timber truss road bridge on masonry piers in its setting at Goulburn Road/Abercrombie Road, Abercrombie, and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 3346 in Schedule A.

2.Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River. I consider Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history for its strong association with its designer, Percy Allan, an eminent engineer who introduced innovative design to timber truss bridge building in NSW
ii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it demonstrates a high degree of technical achievement and engineering ingenuity in its design
iii. possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history as a rare example of a surviving timber truss road bridge in NSW of the 'Allan' truss type, being one of only 14 state-owned remaining examples of this type
iv. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW's cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments because it is an intact example of the 'Allan' truss type of timber truss road bridge.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act
ii. Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because it will continue in its current use as a road bridge, and the owner supports the listing.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support listing and ongoing management will be supported by site specific exemptions.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):
i. to promote an understanding of the State's heritage
ii. to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage
iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Abercrombie Bridge over Abercrombie River is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage, and the rarity, technological and associative values of the Abercrombie Bridge as one of 14 remaining Allen truss type timber road bridges, designed by engineer Percy Allen.

Transport House, Macquarie Street - 99-113 Macquarie Street Sydney

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Transport House, Macquarie Street, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 21st day of August 2025

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Transport House, Macquarie Street means the item subject to this direction being a seven storey building featuring a distinctive modernist profile and facades, a two-storey Registration Hall with mezzanine galleries, Commissioner's Suite, a driveway through the basement level, original interior fabric and finishes throughout and a Waygood-Otis timber-cleated escalator, and comprising Lot 3 DP785393, located at 99-113 Macquarie Street, Sydney, and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 3347 in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:

a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Transport House, Macquarie Street. I consider Transport House, Macquarie Street meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history as it embodies the changing structure and policies of NSW government departments associated with transportation and the effects of their decisions on urban transport planning through the 20th century
ii. Has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history for its strong connection to a succession of government departments and to Henry Ebenezer Budden, renowned for his leadership among architectural practitioners, and for his philanthropy as War Chest Commissioner
iii. Is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW for its contribution to the Macquarie Street urban landscape, its amalgamation of multiple modernist styles, its interior fabric and finishes (including a wooden-tread escalator), and integration of transport and communication technologies
iv. Possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history as one of very few government buildings in NSW to use the Stripped Classical style, and for its wooden-tread escalator
v. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW's cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments as the building exemplifies the modernist conception of buildings as architectural machines by integrating the motor car and other technologies.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against five of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii.Transport House, Macquarie Street contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage;
iii.Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Transport House, Macquarie Street for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owner and tenants have not raised concerns regarding economic use of the item, the listing does not prevent its ongoing current commercial use, and site specific exemptions have been developed to facilitate its ongoing use and maintenance, and support the owner's future plans for the item.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners and tenants because they do not object to the listing and the Heritage Council did not receive any submissions that sought to address this factor.

E) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):
i.to promote an understanding of the State's heritage
ii.To encourage the conservation of the State's heritage
iii.To provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Transport House, Macquarie Street is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage building that is representative of innovation in architectural practice and changes in the administration of transport in NSW.

Balls Head Reserve - Balls Head Drive Waverton

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Balls Head Reserve on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Balls Head Reserve, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 16th day of July 2025

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

1.Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Balls Head Reserve means the item subject to this direction being a precinct comprising part of Lot 106, DP 1162898, part of the Balls Head Drive road reserve, and part of Sydney Harbour, located at Balls Head Drive, Waverton, and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 3338 in Schedule A, and includes the land and native vegetation of the reserve, the remnant tree plantings and works associated with the 1920s to 1930s reforestation program, and a 100 metre section of the surrounding waters of Sydney Harbour.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:

a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Balls Head Reserve. I consider Balls Head Reserve meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history as a tangible demonstration of early 20th century environmental activism in NSW
ii. Has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history because it has a strong connection with three early 20th century naturalists and conservationists: Annie Wyatt, Walter W. Froggatt, and David Stead
iii. Is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it has landmark qualities and presence as a distinctive remnant 'natural' element of Sydney Harbour
iv. Possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history because it is a unique surviving natural headland, which retains its shoreline, landform, and an intertwined Aboriginal cultural landscape, within Sydney Harbour
v. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW's cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments because it is a surviving natural headland with an intertwined Aboriginal cultural heritage landscape within Sydney Harbour, and the greater context of a highly urban city.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against five of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. Balls Head Reserve contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage;
iii. Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Balls Head Reserve for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owners and manager have not raised concerns regarding economic use of the item, the listing does not prevent its ongoing use for public recreation, and site specific exemptions have been developed to facilitate its ongoing use and maintenance for public recreation.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners or managers because they support, or do not object to, listing, and ongoing management and recreational use will be supported by site specific exemptions.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):
i. to promote an understanding of the State's heritage
ii. To encourage the conservation of the State's heritage
iii. To provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Balls Head Reserve is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and unique surviving natural element of Sydney Harbour that is evocative of the past and contributes to reimaging this maritime landscape as it was before European colonisation.

Yurulbin Park and Foreshore - Louisa Road Birchgrove

SHR No. 02112

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Yurulbin Park and Foreshore on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Yurulbin Park and Foreshore, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 16th day of July 2025.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1.Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Yurulbin Park and Foreshore means the item subject to this direction being a precinct that includes harbourside land used as public park on a headland of inner west Sydney Harbour, landscaping, works and features associated with former boatbuilding works, areas of foreshore land north of the Louisa Road reservation and Birchgrove ferry wharf (this wharf is excluded from the listing) and waters of Sydney Harbour offset to c.50m from the shoreline. The precinct comprises Lot 1 Deposited Plan (DP) 1112881, Lot 2 DP 179069, Lot 3 DP 179069, Lot 4 DP 179069, Lot 5 DP 179069, Lot 6 DP 179069, Lot 1 DP 192096 (section 9), Lot 2 DP 192096 (section 9), Lot 1 DP 573639 and Lot 1 DP 860477 as well as waters of Sydney Harbour, located at Louisa Road, Birchgrove, and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 3345 in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Yurulbin Park and Foreshore. I consider Yurulbin Park and Foreshore meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history because it is one of the first modern Sydney parks created by transforming former derelict industrial sites into public use, bringing native vegetation back to inner-city sites and challenging notions of inner-city parks
ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history because of its associations with landscape designer Bruce Mackenzie and associates like Catherin Bull, among a group of practitioners who formulated a modern ecological approach to design, with architect and planner Nigel Ashton, and Lindsay Robertson, a landscape architect in the State Planning Authority who acquired several sites for harbourside parks
iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it demonstrates the evolving philosophy of 'Alternative Parkland', as one of the earliest attempts to reclaim the qualities of a pre-colonial landscape in a modern Sydney urban park
iv. possesses uncommon, rare, or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history because it is an early example of a Sydney Bush School foreshore park on Sydney Harbour and a benchmark as one of the earliest attempts to reclaim the qualities of a landscape before colonisation.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i.I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii.Yurulbin Park and Foreshore contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage;
iii.long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Yurulbin Park and Foreshore for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owner has not raised concerns regarding economic use of the item, the listing does not prevent its ongoing current use for public recreation, and site specific exemptions have been developed to facilitate its ongoing use and maintenance for public recreation.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the precinct is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they do not object to the listing, and the Heritage Council did not receive any submissions that sought to address this factor.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):
i.to promote an understanding of the State's heritage
ii.to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage
iii.to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Yurulbin Park and Foreshore is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and raise awareness of 'Alternative Parkland' where former industrial land is turned into public recreation land and challenges notions of inner-city parks.

Australian Museum - 6-8 College Street Sydney

Direction to the Heritage Council to amend the listing of Australian Museum (SHR 00805) on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to amend the listing of Australian Museum, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to amend the listing of the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Australian Museum means the item subject to this direction being a precinct comprising several buildings which serve the functions of the museum, including the main museum building and connected wings dating from the 1850s to the present, in addition to the former National School Building and associated staff offices, within Lot 1 DP1157811, Lot 3 DP1046458 and Lot 11 DP588102, located at 6-8 College Street, Sydney, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register. SHR: 00805 – Plan: 2504” on the plan in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of the Australian Museum. I consider the Australian Museum meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history as Australia’s first public museum and major cultural institution, and for its ability to demonstrate the evolution of museology.
ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history, with significant historical figures, architects, researchers and trustees who have contributed to the Museum over its history.
iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it is an excellent and highly intact example of the academic classical and international styles, designed by eminent architects Mortimer Lewis, James Barnet, Walter Liberty Vernon and Ted Farmer.
iv. has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons because it is a major cultural institution which has served the people of NSW for almost 200 years and has complex significance to First Nations peoples from Australia, the Torres Strait Islands, and the Pacific.
v. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments because it is an excellent example of a cultural institution in the classical academic style and represents all stages of the institution’s history with high integrity.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against five of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. Australian Museum contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Australian Museum for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing amendment would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing amendment would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the listing amendment does not prevent the ongoing current use of the item, which is being appropriately and successfully managed as a public museum and this will be further encouraged by the gazettal of site specific exemptions.

d) regarding whether the listing amendment would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing amendment would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support amendment of the listing, and no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owners was provided to me.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing amendment would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage
ii. to encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage
iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of the Australian Museum is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and enduring cultural institution, which represents the cultural and scientific history and stories of NSW.

Dated this 30 day of June 2025.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

Ithaca Gardens - 12 Ithaca Road Elizabeth Bay

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Ithaca Gardens on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Ithaca Gardens, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 19 day of June 2025.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

1.1 Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.
1.2 Ithaca Gardens means the item subject to this direction being a building comprising of Lots 1-40 Strata Plan 5704 located at 12 Ithaca Road, Elizabeth Bay, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3333 in Schedule A and includes a 10-storey apartment building constructed of brick and concrete, with a separate one storey garage structure.

2. Reasons for decision to direct the listing

2.1 I received on 17 June 2025 the recommendation of the Heritage Council dated 4 February 2025 that Ithaca Gardens be listed on the State Heritage Register.
2.2 The recommendation of the Heritage Council was comprised of a meeting resolution dated 4 February 2025, which attached a summary paper and the following indexed attachments:
i. Tab 3.2A Detailed report
ii. Tab 3.2B Location map
iii. Tab 3.2C Recommended listing curtilage
iv. Tab 3.2D Recommended site specific exemptions
v. Tab 3.2E Submissions received
vi. Tab 3.2F Heritage database report
2.3 I have considered the above documents at paragraph 2.2. Noting the Heritage Council received 31 submissions, with 23 supporting the listing and eight objecting to the listing. I have also considered the decision brief prepared by Heritage NSW.
2.4 I have considered the submissions and representations from apartments owners, including those in support and those objecting to the listing.
2.5 I have carefully considered the totality of the Act, my responsibilities under the Act and in particular the sections referred to in these reasons.

Whether the item is of State heritage significance
2.6 I have formed the view that Ithaca Gardens meets the definition of State heritage significance in section 4A of the Act.
2.7 I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Ithaca Gardens. I consider Ithaca Gardens meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:
i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history because it demonstrates the development of the career of Harry Seidler, as well as the growth of modernism in NSW, and set the standard for modernist apartment design.
ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history because of its association with Harry Seidler and Jozef Dusseldorp.
iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it is a pioneering apartment building with distinctive design elements which uses innovative techniques.
iv. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments for its ability to represent modernist design and as a good and early example of Harry Seidler’s work at a large scale.

The Heritage Council’s recommendation
2.8 Section 32(1)(a) of the Act requires me to consider the Heritage Council’s recommendation. I have considered all the material contained in the Heritage Council’s recommendation, including the submissions received by the Heritage Council. I consider the Heritage Council’s recommendation to be a material factor in deciding to direct the listing.
Whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary
2.9 Section 32(1)(b) of the Act requires me to consider whether the long-term conservation of the item is necessary. I have considered the material provided to me and I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:
i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria under section 4A(3) of the Act.
ii. Ithaca Gardens contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage as it is the first example of the working relationship between Harry Seidler and Jozef Dusseldorp. It also supports the significance of Harry Seidler’s architecture to the people of NSW and recognising modernist architecture in the Australian context.
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Ithaca Gardens for current and future generations.

Whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use
2.10 Regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me, including the submission of the owners of 16 apartments objecting to the listing, and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use. I consider the ongoing residential use of the building or as an investment property, will not be affected by the listing and the owners can continue to manage works to individual apartments by exemptions to approvals under the Act.


Whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, lessee or mortgagee
2.11 Regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered all the material provided to me, including the submission of the owners of 16 apartments objecting to the listing which stated the listing would cause financial hardship.
2.12 My consideration of any financial hardship must be caused by the listing of Ithaca Gardens and have a logical connection between the status of the owner, mortgagee or lessee affected by the listing and any loss suffered. I must consider the financial status (or likely financial status) of the affected owner, mortgagee or lessee. No evidence of financial status or hardship was submitted and therefore it is open to me on this basis to conclude that no undue financial hardship will occur. Accordingly, I do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners, mortgagees or lessees.

Walter McGrath House - 4 Dunara Gardens Point Piper

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Walter McGrath House, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dates this 22 day of May 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Walter McGrath House means the item subject to this direction being a house and surrounding land including a small garden, a pathway, and a courtyard area, comprising of Lot 4 DP27451, located at 4 Dunara Gardens, Point Piper, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3343 in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:

a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Walter McGrath House. I consider Walter McGrath House meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history for its strong association with Peter Muller, one of the most original architects practising in NSW during the second half of the 20th century and instrumental to the development of modernism in NSW.

ii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it demonstrates textural and tactile design techniques typical of the Wrightian (Prairie School) approach, that would become a staple in Muller’s work. It further demonstrates aesthetic values in terms of the use of repeating geometric massing and motifs, as well as creative roof framing systems.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against two of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;

ii. Walter McGrath House contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;

iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Walter McGrath House for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owner has not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item, the listing does not prevent the ongoing residential use of the item, and site specific exemptions have been developed to facilitate its ongoing use and maintenance.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner because they support the listing, no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owner was provided to me, and site specific exemptions have been developed to support efficient maintenance of the item.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage

ii. to encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage

iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Walter McGrath House is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and will foster an understanding of the development of modern architecture in NSW, the development of the Sydney School style and the career of Peter Muller.

Lady Gowrie Child Centre - 1B Elliott Avenue Erskineville

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Lady Gowrie Child Centre on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Lady Gowrie Child Centre, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 4 day of May 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Lady Gowrie Child Centre means the item subject to this direction including a two-storey brick building and associated landscaping and comprising Lot 2 DP844072, located at 1B Elliott Avenue, Erskineville and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3341a in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Lady Gowrie Child Centre. I consider Lady Gowrie Child Centre meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history because of its profound influence on early childhood education pedagogies, as the first centre of its kind in NSW to conduct onsite research, implement evidence-based practices and train generations of educators and paediatricians. The centre demonstrates the growing national interest in child development and the connections between social welfare, housing and early childhood during the interwar period.
ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history for its association with Former Vice-Regal Consort Lady Zara Hore-Ruthven (1879-1965), the wife of the 1st Earl of Gowrie and Governor-General of Australia and prominent advocate for early childhood wellbeing.
iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW for its demonstration of important technical advancement in early childhood institutions in NSW, with innovative design features to facilitate its dual purpose as a research and education facility.
iv. possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW’s cultural or natural history as the only NSW example of the pioneering national initiative in early childhood and as a purpose-built preschool within a state-sponsored public housing scheme of the interwar period.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. Lady Gowrie Child Centre contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Lady Gowrie Child Centre for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the owners and lessee have not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item, the listing does not prevent the ongoing current use of the item, and site specific exemptions have been developed to facilitate its ongoing use.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner or lessee because they support the listing, no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owner or lessee was provided to me, and site specific exemptions have been developed to support efficient operation and management of the item.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage
ii. to encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage
iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Lady Gowrie Child Centre is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage as the NSW example of the pioneering national education and care initiative that has shaped generations of early childhood educators, paediatricians and children across NSW.

Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve - Chelmsford Road Leura

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 4 day of May 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve means the item subject to this direction being a precinct comprising of Part Lot 7308 DP1145096, Lots 32-37 and Lots 48-51 of DP5145, located at Cliff Drive, Leura, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3340 in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve. I consider Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history as a recreational ground which contributed to early tourism and leisure activities within NSW
ii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW as an unreinforced concrete bridge which demonstrates creative and technical achievement, and as a picturesque recreational reserve which demonstrates creative landscaping endeavour and appreciation of nature and the sublime
iii. possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW’s cultural or natural history as an example of an unreinforced concrete Monier arch bridge within NSW, being one of only two, and a rare example of gender segregated recreational baths at a shared site and within a mountain setting
iv. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments as a key example of an unreinforced concrete bridge, of Federation period recreational reserves, and as a significant variation of recreational baths on account of their setting within a bushland environment.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the listing would not prevent the precinct’s use for recreation, and the owners and manager have not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners or manager because they support the listing, no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owners or manager was provided to me, and site specific exemptions have been developed to support efficient operation and management of the precinct.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage
ii. to encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage
iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Chelmsford Bridge and Leura Cascades Recreational Reserve is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage for its early 20th century engineering technologies, and application of enlightenment principles within tourist sites and recreational reserves.

Ballast Point Park - Ballast Point Road and Ronald Street Birchgrove

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Ballast Point Park on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Ballast Point Park, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 31 day of March 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Ballast Point Park means the item subject to this direction being a precinct comprising of Lots 1, 2, 3 and 4 DP115939, Lots 1 and 2 DP82593, Lot 11 DP792332, Lot 7 DP132691, Lot 413 DP752049, located at Ballast Point Road and Ronald Street, Birchgrove, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3339 in Schedule A, and includes harbourside land used as a public park.


2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Ballast Point Park. I consider Ballast Point Park meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history for of its ability to demonstrate all phases of use from the early 1800s to the present day, encompassing quarrying, residential, industrial and public parkland use.
ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history as demonstrated by the community and political activism by the Ballast Point Campaign Committee, and former political figures including the Hon. Tom Uren AC, and former Prime Minister, the Hon. Paul Keating.
iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative and technical achievement in NSW because it is an example of a scenic post-industrial park which contributes to the cultural landscape of Sydney Harbour.
iv. has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons because of its ability to demonstrate the successes of community activism and ongoing community connection to Sydney Harbour.
v. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments as an excellent example of a post-industrial parkland landscape which has achieved national and international acclaim.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against five of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. Ballast Point Park contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Ballast Point Park for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because listing will not interfere with the continued use of the item as public parkland and the owners and manager have not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners or manager because they support the listing and no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owners was provided to me.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage
ii. to encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage
iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Ballast Point Park is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and example of a post-industrial landscape which contributes to the cultural landscape of Sydney Harbour.

Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park) - Balls Head Road Waverton

Direction to the Heritage Council to list Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park) on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park), I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 24th day of March 2025.


The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government



1. Interpretation

A) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

B) Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park) means the item subject to this direction being a precinct comprising of Lots 20, 21 and 22 DP1048933, Lots 1, 2 and 3 DP181235, an unidentified parcel of land with no Lot or DP number adjoining Lot 21 DP1048933 facing Sydney Harbour, an unidentified parcel of land with no Lot or DP number adjoining Lot 22 DP1048933 facing Sydney Harbour and Sydney Harbour waters, located at Balls Head Road, Waverton, and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 3330 in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:

A) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park). I consider Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park) meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history because it demonstrates the historic pattern of land use around Sydney Harbour foreshores, including exploiting resources, developing industrial enterprises and return of industrial land to public parkland

ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history including sailor Lieutenant Henry Lidgbird Ball, shipping magnates Alexander Berry and Edward Wollstonecraft, benefactors Elizabeth and David Berry, the Anglo-Persian Oil Company, Commonwealth Oil Refineries Ltd., BP Australia Ltd, significant Australian artists including Conrad Martens and Lloyd Rees and prominent landscape designer Bruce Mackenzie

iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW as a contemporary park landscape with technologically advanced, sophisticated and sustainable use of materials demonstrating the philosophy of Bruce Mackenzie and Sydney Bush School landscape architecture; and a prominent harbourside landmark which has inspired artists since colonial days

iv. has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of NSW's cultural or natural history as it has maritime archaeology of State significance, with known maritime heritage, potential for extensive relic deposits in and around former structures and the probable site of the shipwreck of HMAS Tingira, former Sobraon, Australia's first naval cadet training ship

v. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW's cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments as an example of the use of harbour foreshores for mercantile and industrial maritime activity for over a century, and as an example of Sydney Bush School landscape design applied to harbourside parks on former industrial sites.

B) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against five of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;

ii. Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park) contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage;

iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park) for current and future generations.

C) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because listing would not prevent the precinct's ongoing use for public recreation, and the owners and manager have not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item.

D) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners or manager because they support the listing, no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owners or manager was provided to me, and site specific exemptions have been developed to support the owners and manager to manage the item into the future.

E) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State's heritage
ii. to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage
iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Berrys Bay Precinct (Carradah Park) is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage of a prominent Sydney Harbour site which demonstrates historic land uses over more than a century and has long been the source of inspiration to artists and visitors.

Imperial Hotel, Erskineville - 35-37 Erskineville Road Erskineville

Direction to the Heritage Council to list the Imperial Hotel, Erskineville on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list the Imperial Hotel, Erskineville, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 12 day of March 2025.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Imperial Hotel, Erskineville means the item subject to this direction being a building comprising Lot 1 Deposited Plan 866872, located at 35-37 Erskineville Road, Erskineville, and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 3336 in Schedule A, and includes the building and the awning to the north and west of the building.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of the Imperial Hotel, Erskineville. I consider the Imperial Hotel, Erskineville meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history because it is a place that has encouraged and promoted the LGBTQIA+ community since 1983, making it one of NSW’s longest running LGBTQIA+ community friendly venues outside of the Oxford Street precinct and was featured in the 1994 Australian film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
Ii. Has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history because it is one of Dawn O’Donnell’s many LGBTQIA+ businesses, transforming the previously working man’s pub into one of the first major venues for LGBTQIA+ people away from Oxford Street.
Iii. Is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it is an iconic landmark that has been woven into the urban fabric of the LGBTQIA+ community of NSW, significant for its inclusion in the internationally successful Australian film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.
Iv. Has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons because it is a venue of acceptance, tolerance, and artistic expression for the LGBTQIA+ community, including the drag shows which have been a regular feature of the hotel since 1983 and were made famous by the 1994 Australian film The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert.

B) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against four of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. The Imperial Hotel, Erskineville contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;
iii. Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of the Imperial Hotel, Erskineville for current and future generations.

C) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)© of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because listing does not prevent the ongoing current use of the item, site specific exemptions have been developed which will facilitate this ongoing use, and the owner has not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item.

D) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support the listing, and no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owners was provided to me.

E) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage
ii. To encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage
iii. To provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of the Imperial Hotel, Erskineville is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and an iconic landmark of the experience of LGBTQIA+ community in NSW history.

Gosford Courthouse and Police Station (former) - 45 Mann Street (cnr Georgiana Terrace) Gosford

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Gosford Courthouse and Police Station (former), I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.


1.Interpretation

a)Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b)Gosford Courthouse and Police Station (former) means the item subject to this direction being a precinct comprising of Lot 453 and DP 727721, located at 45 Mann Street, Gosford, and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 3337 in Schedule A, and containing buildings constructed between 1848 and 2021 and surrounding land.


2.Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a)regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Gosford Courthouse and Police Station (former). I consider Gosford Courthouse and Police Station (former) meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i.is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history for its strong associations with the transition of the Brisbane Water area from a colonial frontier into an established European settlement. The exercise of colonial law and order on Aboriginal, convict and settler populations in Gosford and the Brisbane Water area was instrumental in creating the conditions for the region's later growth
ii.has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history for its association with notable figures in colonial state architecture and contemporary classical music, reflective of the site's transition from one of law and order to musical education in the late 20th century
iii.has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of NSW's cultural or natural history as an example of the interplay between the architectural practices of Colonial Architects Mortimer Lewis and James Barnet. The long tenure of Lewis and Barnet make their bodies of work particularly instructive in understanding architectural practice and the representation of power in the colony.

b)regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i.I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against 3 of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii.Gosford Courthouse and Police Station (former) contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage;
iii.Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Gosford Courthouse and Police Station (former) for current and future generations.

c)regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the development of site specific exemptions in tandem with the standard exemptions allow for adaptive reuse of the item and support its ongoing use as a conservatorium of music.

d)regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner and Crown reserve manager because the listing recognises the contribution of the on-site music education to the heritage values of the item and, therefore, supports a key income source for the Crown reserve manager.

e)I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i.to promote an understanding of the State's heritage
ii.to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage
iii.to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Gosford Courthouse and Police Station (former) is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage representative of the consolidation of colonial legal systems and the evolution of State-commissioned architecture.


Dated this 18th day of February 2025.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

Warringah Civic Centre Precinct - 725 Pittwater Road Dee Why

Direction to the Heritage Council not to list the Warringah Civic Centre Precinct on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me for listing the Warringah Civic Centre Precinct, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) of the Heritage Act 1977, have decided to direct the Heritage Council not to list the Warringah Civic Centre Precinct on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 19th day of December 2024.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

REASONS
I make this direction to the Heritage Council for the following reasons, noting that the Heritage Council of NSW considers that the Warringah Civic Centre Precinct meets 5 of the 7 State heritage significance criteria (namely (a), (b), (c), (e), and (g)) established under section 4A(3) of the Heritage Act 1977:

a) There are differing opinions as to whether the Warringah Civic Centre Precinct is fit for purpose. There are also differing opinions as to whether State Heritage Register listing would allow reasonable or economic uses of the Warringah Civic Centre Precinct. I am not satisfied at this time that State Heritage Register listing would not render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use.

b) I was not provided with sufficient evidence that listing would result in the suffering of actual financial hardship. As such, I am not of the view that listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the Warringah Civic Centre Precinct.

Consequently, I have decided not to direct the listing of Warringah Civic Centre Precinct on the State Heritage Register.

St Mary's Catholic Cathedral and Chapter House - College Street Sydney

Direction to the Heritage Council not to list the amendment to the St Mary's Catholic Cathedral and Chapter House (SHR 01709) on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me for listing and amendment to the St Mary's Catholic Cathedral and Chapter House (SHR 01709), I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) of the Heritage Act 1977, have decided to direct the Heritage Council not to list the amendment on the State Heritage Register (SHR). The Reasons for my decision are set out below.

REASONS
I make this direction to the Heritage Council for the following reasons, noting that the Heritage Council of NSW considers that the amended curtilage meets 6 of the 7 State heritage significance criteria (namely (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f) established under section 4A(3) of the Heritage Act 1977:
a)The Heritage Council has recommended the amendment of the existing listing which would expand the curtilage to include archaeological relics, Cathedral House and Cathedral College buildings, and surrounding land and landscaping. I am not convinced that the elements proposed to be included in the amended curtilage satisfy the criteria for significance at a State level. I consider that the State significant elements are adequately captured by the existing listing. I am not satisfied that the long term conservation of many of the elements within the amended curtilage is necessary.
b)The existing listing provides protection to Cathedral and Chapter House and protects these significant elements of the site. Archaeological relics are afforded separate protection under the Heritage Act 1977, regardless of whether they are within the curtilage of a State Heritage Register item.
c)The amended curtilage includes land currently subject to a development application (D/2023/1153) which is before the Land and Environment Court.
d)I was not provided with sufficient evidence that listing would result in the suffering of actual financial hardship. As such, I am not of the view that listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the St Mary's Roman Catholic Cathedral Precinct.

Consequently I have decided not to direct the amendment of the listing of St Mary's Catholic Cathedral and Chapter House on the State Heritage Register.


Dated this 19 day of December 2024.

The Hon. Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

Greenway - 24 Wentworth Road Vaucluse

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council to me to list Greenway, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 18th day of December 2024.
The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) Greenway means the item subject to this direction being a building, land and gardens comprising of Lot 101 Deposited Plan 621888, located at 24 Wentworth Road, Vaucluse, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3317 in Schedule A.

2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of Greenway. I consider Greenway meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history because it is the earliest Inter War Mediterranean house designed by prominent architect Professor Leslie Wilkinson as his family residence and as one of the earliest examples of the architectural style in NSW.
ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history because of its strong association with Professor Leslie Wilkinson and his architectural design principles that characterised his legacy as one of Australia’s most influential 20th century architects. Greenway is built in the Inter War Mediterranean style which Wilkinson is credited with introducing to Australian domestic architecture.
iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it represents one of the finest examples of Wilkinson designed houses featuring Georgian Revival and Inter War Mediterranean styles and for its intentional siting in the landscape to complement the rare remnant Angophora Costata (Sydney Pink Gums) trees that pre-existed on site.
iv. has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons because it is a culturally significant site for architects, landscape architects, students and other professional and community groups. For these groups, Greenway is held in high esteem for representing the pinnacle of Wilkinson’s residential design approach and theory.
v. has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of NSW’s cultural or natural history because it is a reference site of early architectural innovative sustainable design principles and of Wilkinson’s architectural theory and practice. These design principles include orientation to promote ventilation and comfort, and the reuse of recycled materials.
vi. possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW’s cultural or natural history because it is the long-term and only home of Professor Leslie Wilkinson in Australia, designed and built by him as his family residence and as a rare early example of intentional siting on the landscape in relation to existing natural vegetation.
vii. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments because it is a pinnacle design example that can illustrate the key principles of the Inter War Mediterranean style in Australia domestic architecture.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against seven of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. Greenway contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Greenway for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because the listing will not interfere with the continued use of Greenway as a dwelling and the owner has not raised concerns regarding the economic use of the item.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because there is support for the listing and no evidence of the financial status or hardship of the owners was provided to me.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage
ii. to encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage
iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Greenway is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage item which is the earliest Inter War Mediterranean house designed by prominent architect Professor Leslie Wilkinson

AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former) - 33 Alfred Street Sydney

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council of NSW to me to list the AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former), I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below. Dated this 17th day of December 2024. The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1. Interpretation

a) Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b) The AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former) means the item subject to this direction being a building comprising of Lot 1 DP1073376 and parts of Lots 2 and 3 of DP818565, located at 33 Alfred Street, Sydney, and as identified as the “State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage” on the Plan 3335 in Schedule A, and includes a 26-storey office building and sea water tunnel pipeline, designed in the postwar international modernist style.


2. Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:
a) regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council’s assessment of the State heritage significance of the AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former). I consider the AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former) meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i. is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW’s cultural or natural history because it is an exemplar postwar international modernist style skyscraper. It was the first to exceed the 150 feet height limit in NSW which initiated legislative change in NSW and paved the way for a new skyscraper pattern in the history of NSW.
ii. has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW’s cultural or natural history because it is associated with prominent commercial architectural practice, Peddle, Thorp and Walker, consulting architects Kahn and Jacobs of New York and Slocum Fuller of New York, noted Australian sculptor, Tom Bass and with the Australia Mutual Provident Society.
iii. is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it was the first, tallest and most prominently sited and designed freestanding Sydney skyscraper at the time of construction. It is a good example of postwar international modernist style with cubiform overall shapes complemented by contrasting curved shapes, structural frame expression, curtain walls and large glazed areas complemented by contrasting textures.
iv. is important in demonstrating the principal characteristics of a class of NSW’s cultural or natural places and cultural or natural environments because it is a landmark site at Circular Quay. It is a good example of the postwar international style skyscraper buildings in Sydney having created legislative change in NSW which was the driver for the skyscraper phenomenon that created a new pattern in the history of Sydney.

b) regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i. I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against 4 of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii. the AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former) contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State’s heritage;
iii. long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of the AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former) for current and future generations.

c) regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because listing does not prevent the ongoing current use of the item and site specific exemptions have been developed which will facilitate this ongoing use.

d) regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support the listing, and no evidence has been submitted by them that the listing will cause them financial hardship.

e) I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council’s recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i. to promote an understanding of the State’s heritage
ii. to encourage the conservation of the State’s heritage
iii. to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of the AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former) is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage. The AMP Building, Sydney Cove (former) is a landmark postwar international modernist style commercial building which initiated NSW legislative change, which in turn, prompted the skyscraper phenomenon creating a new pattern in the history of Sydney.

Mount Kembla Mine Disaster Site Ruins and Setting - Harry Graham Drive Kembla Heights

Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council of NSW to me to list the Mount Kembla Mine Disaster Site Ruins and Setting, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) and in accordance with section 32(1) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act), consider the item to be of State heritage significance, and having considered the matters set out in section 32(1) of the Act, have decided to direct the Heritage Council to list the item on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 17th day of December 2024.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government


1.Interpretation

a)Words and expressions in this direction have the same meanings as they do in the Act, except in so far as the context requires or as otherwise defined in this clause.

b)Mount Kembla Mine Disaster Site Ruins and Setting means the item subject to this direction being a place comprising of part of Lot 21 DP1190749, located at Harry Graham Drive, Kembla Heights and as identified as the "State Heritage Register - Recommended Curtilage" on the Plan 2476 in Schedule A, and includes relics, the ruins of a range of buildings, a range of works considered to be ruins across the surface of the site, a range of works below ground, and the surrounding land.

2.Mandatory considerations and reasons

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:

a)regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of the Mount Kembla Mine Disaster Site Ruins and Setting. I consider the Mount Kembla Mine Disaster Site Ruins and Setting meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i.is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history as the site of the 1902 Mount Kembla Mine disaster, which resulted in the deaths of 96 miners and rescuers and remains the worst mining disaster in State and Australian history. It is also of State heritage significance for its role in the historical development of the NSW coal industry throughout the late 19th and early to mid-20th centuries.
ii.is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW as the mine site displays technical innovation in its use of gravity, via an incline railway and associated features, to transport coal from the mine to Port Kembla.
iii.has strong or special association with a particular community or cultural group in NSW for social, cultural or spiritual reasons as it is a place of commemoration and remembrance for the miners who died in the 1902 disaster. For this reason, many people across NSW, especially those in the Illawarra region and coal mining community, have a continuing attachment to this place.
iv.has potential to yield information that will contribute to an understanding of NSW's cultural or natural history as the mine site has archaeological research potential due to the insights it can provide into coal mining operations and technological changes in the coal industry throughout the late 19th and early to mid-20th centuries.
v.possesses uncommon, rare or endangered aspects of NSW's cultural or natural history because it is one of the few historical places in the State where there was a tragic mining disaster.

b)regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation necessary because:

i.I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against five of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act.
ii.the Mount Kembla Mine Disaster Site Ruins and Setting contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage.
iii.long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of the Mount Kembla Mine Disaster Site Ruins and Setting for current and future generations.

c)regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because listing will not prevent the site from being managed as a ruin by the owner as part of the Illawarra Escarpment State Conservation Area.

d)regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support the listing, and no evidence has been submitted by them that the listing will cause them financial hardship.

e)I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i.to promote an understanding of the State's heritage
ii.to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage
iii.to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of the Mount Kembla Mine Disaster Site Ruins and Setting is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage as it is the site of the worst mining disaster in State and Australian history.

Thomas Dick Photographic Collection - Sydney

Direction to the Heritage Council not to list Thomas Dick Photographic Collection (moveable heritage item) on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977


Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council for listing the Thomas Dick Photographic Collection (moveable heritage item), I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) of the Heritage Act 1977, have decided to direct the Heritage Council not to list the Thomas Dick Photographic Collection (moveable heritage item) on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 17th day of December 2024.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

REASONS

I make this direction to the Heritage Council for the following reasons, noting that the Heritage Council of NSW considers that the Thomas Dick Photographic Collection (moveable heritage item) meets 5 of the 7 State heritage significance criteria (namely (a), (b), (c), (e) and (f)) established under section 4A(3) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act):

- More than 3 years have passed since the recommendation was sent to the former Minister.

- Since the making of the recommendation, there has been an objection made by an owner on the basis of the strong protections afforded to moveable heritage items by the Australian Museum Trust Act 1975.

- The Thomas Dick Birrpai Photograph Collection is now inscribed on the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s Australian Memory of the World Register, which has given it international recognition as a documentary collection.

Noting these matters, it is apparent that the recommendation does not address each of the matters that I am required to consider in making a decision under section 34(1) of the Act.

It would not be appropriate to direct the listing based on an out-of-date recommendation, being a matter to which I must then have regard in making a decision under section 34(1).

Consequently, I have decided not to direct the listing of Thomas Dick Photographic Collection (moveable heritage item) on the State Heritage Register.

Macquarie Homestead Precinct (under consideration) - 3397 O'Connell Road O'Connell

Direction to the Heritage Council not to list Macquarie Homestead Group on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977


Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council for listing Macquarie Homestead Group, O’Connell, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) of the Heritage Act 1977, have decided to direct the Heritage Council not to list Macquarie Homestead Group on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 17th day of December 2024.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

REASONS

I make this direction to the Heritage Council for the following reasons, noting that the Heritage Council of NSW considers that Macquarie Homestead Group meets 6 of the 7 State heritage significance criteria (namely (a), (b), (c), (e), (f) and (g)) established under section 4A(3) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act):

- More than 4 years have passed since the recommendation was sent to the former Minister.

- The owner raised an objection to the listing due to circumstances that arose more than a year after the original recommendation. These circumstances were not considered at the time of the Heritage Council’s recommendation.

Noting these matters, it is apparent that the recommendation does not address each of the matters that I am required to consider in making a decision under section 34(1) of the Act.

It would not be appropriate to direct the listing based on an out-of-date recommendation, being a matter to which I must then have regard in making a decision under section 34(1).

Consequently, I have decided not to direct the listing of Macquarie Homestead Group on the State Heritage Register.

The Maltings - Colo Street Mittagong

Direction to the Heritage Council not to list The Maltings on the State Heritage Register under the Heritage Act 1977


Following the recommendation of the Heritage Council for listing The Maltings, Mittagong, I, Penny Sharpe, the Minister for Heritage, under section 34(1) of the Heritage Act 1977, have decided to direct the Heritage Council not to list The Maltings on the State Heritage Register. The reasons for my decision are set out below.

Dated this 17th day of December 2024.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government

REASONS

I make this direction to the Heritage Council for the following reasons, noting that the Heritage Council of NSW considers that The Maltings meets 5 of the 7 State heritage significance criteria (namely (a), (b), (c), (f) and (g)) established under section 4A(3) of the Heritage Act 1977 (the Act):

- More than 6 years have passed since the recommendation was sent to the former Minister.

- Since the making of the recommendation, a Development Application (DA) has been approved for the site and a modification to that DA is being considered.

Noting these matters, it is apparent that the recommendation does not address each of the matters that I am required to consider in making a decision under section 34(1) of the Act.

It would not be appropriate to direct the listing based on an out-of-date recommendation, being a matter to which I must then have regard in making a decision under section 34(1).

Consequently, I have decided not to direct the listing of The Maltings on the State Heritage Register.

Toganmain Woolshed Precinct - Sturt Highway Darlington Point

I have considered the mandatory matters in accordance with section 32(1) of the Act and make this direction for the following reasons:

a)regarding the recommendation made to me by the Heritage Council (section 32(1)(a) of the Act), I acknowledge and accept the Heritage Council's assessment of the State heritage significance of Toganmain Woolshed Precinct. I consider Toganmain Woolshed Precinct meets the following State heritage significance criteria established under section 4A(3) of the Act as it:

i.is important in the course, or pattern, of NSW's cultural or natural history because it demonstrates early shearing, pastoral, wool processing and transportation practices at a major Riverina property in the late 19th and 20th centuries. Toganmain was also significant for union uprisings which contributed to the development of the modern labour movement;
ii.has strong or special association with the life or works of a person, or group of persons, of importance in NSW's cultural or natural history for its association with early European exploration and settlement in the Riverina NSW and for its direct associations with the Macleay family and founder of the Aborigines Progressive Association William Ferguson Jr;
iii.is important in demonstrating aesthetic characteristics and a high degree of creative or technical achievement in NSW because it is one of the last great 'bush cathedrals' left standing to remind us of this era as well as for its capacity to demonstrate early pastoral and technical innovation in NSW.

b)regarding whether long-term conservation of the item is necessary (section 32(1)(b) of the Act), I have determined long-term conservation is necessary because:

i.I consider the item is of State heritage significance assessed against 3 of the criteria adopted under section 4A of the Act;
ii.Toganmain Woolshed Precinct contributes to an understanding and promotion of the State's heritage;
iii.Long-term conservation is required to encourage the preservation and understanding of Toganmain Woolshed Precinct for current and future generations.

c)regarding whether the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use (section 32(1)(c) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would render the item incapable of reasonable or economic use because this portion of the larger Toganmain station was subdivided for the specific purpose of facilitating heritage listing while also ensuring that the surrounding commercial farming enterprise can continue and because exemptions can be negotiated in future when plans are further developed for a proposed interactive museum telling the history of shearing, and potential accommodation for visitors.

d)regarding whether the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owner, mortgagee or lessee of the item or the land on which the item is situated (section 32(1)(d) of the Act), I have considered the material provided to me and do not consider the listing would cause undue financial hardship to the owners because they support the listing, and no evidence has been submitted by them that the listing will cause them financial hardship.

e)I consider, based on the material provided to me and the Heritage Council's recommendation, the listing would further the objectives of the Act, in particular (section 3 of the Act):

i.to promote an understanding of the State's heritage;
ii.to encourage the conservation of the State's heritage;
iii.to provide for the identification and registration of items of State heritage significance.

This is because I consider the preservation of Toganmain Woolshed Precinct is required to promote and encourage the conservation and understanding of this State significant heritage and recognise the importance of its role as an iconic shearing enterprise and in the pastoral development of NSW.

The Hon Penny Sharpe MLC
Minister for Heritage
NSW Government
27 November 2024