Media & Publications

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Publications

Media Releases

Museums and Properties Newsletters

Museums and Properties Newsletter January 2007
Museums and Properties Newsletter February 2007
Museums and Properties Newsletter March 2007
Museums and Properties Newsletter April 2007
Museums and Properties Newsletter May 2007
Museums and Properties Newsletter June 2007
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Reflections

Reflections is the National Trust's quarterly magazine, the following are articles from this magazine which feature Old Government House:
The Remarkable Dining Room at Old Government House, Parramatta
A perceptive study of the refurbished dining room at OGH, including details of the early 19th century artefacts.
This Reflections excerpt also includes an article entitled "The Anatomy of Ghosts - do they exist", in which reference is made to the "Lady in Blue" the resident ghost holding court at Old Government House (see also the article below entitled The National Trust at work around New South Wales).
Campaign Furniture
This article takes a look at the Trust's fortunate acquisition of the single campaign bedstead, now on display in the dressing room of the principal bedroom of Old Government House.
Soft Furnishings recreate the Tast of Mrs Macquarie at Old Government House
A look back on a year of transformation brought about by the ambitious and highly innovative Soft Furnishings Program.
The Heart of the House
A feature article on the National Trust's kitchen, including an insightful look at the service wing at Old Government House, including the kitchen, housekeeper's room, butler's pantry, and small and large larders.
The Principal Bedroom and its Enigmatic (Whalan) Bed
The focus of this article is on the House's principal bedroom, with its narrow windows, floor coverings and 'Whalan' bed.
This Reflections excerpt also includes an article on the early Colonial cedar furniture on display at the House.
Stepping Back Into 1821 - Getting the Balance Right
A look behind the scenes at the recreation of interiors of key rooms at Old Government House as they were in 1821, during the residence of Governor and Mrs Macquarie.
The National Trust At work around New South Wales
Includes an article on how Ghosts have done their part to help raise funds at Old Government House.

OGH Conservation Management Plan

A copy of the OGH Conservation Management Plan is currently being digitised and will be available from this site shortly.

National Trust Parramatta Property Locations

If you're planning a visit to Old Government House, why not check out the other Trust properties at Parramatta.

Access Your Heritage

The National Trust aims to make our properties available to everyone including those with a disability. Check out this brochure to see information on the National Trust's Sydney properties and the accessibility for the wheelchair bound, visually impaired or people with other disabilities.

National Trust taking care of the Nation's Heritage

Find out more about what's happened with our heritage since being in the hands of the National Trust.