In today’s press release from Sussan Ley, the Minister for the Environment, she says:
“The Sydney Harbour Federation Trust Act (2001) contemplates the sites moving to state ownership but the very clear message from the community is that they should be permanently protected by the Commonwealth as national treasures.
“I intend to begin consultation on draft legislation to remove those provisions of the Act that mandate the repeal of the Trust and will enshrine its ongoing role.
“I am also immediately unlocking an initial $9 million in funding for maintenance and restoration work at Trust sites in a program that will help create jobs and boost economic activity.”