at the water’s edge : History Week 2008 September 6-14

We are celebrating life at the water’s edge during September!

 

Wherever waters rise or fall, there’s a story, and events across the Leichhardt area in September are a great opportunity to explore just how central the water’s edge has been since before European colonisation.
 
From photographic exhibitions, speakers nights to guided walks there’s plenty happening – download our events list here (requires PDF reader):dl_brochure_web1
And don’t forget we are  wanting to hear about your time spent ‘at the water’s edge’ – log on and share your memories – see the ‘MY WATER’S EDGE’ tab at the top of our masthead, and get typing!

 

'Open Council' – the Leichhardt experience

On Friday 1st of August The Balmain Association launched their latest publication Open Council A New Era In Local Government  by Issy Wyner.

Issy Wyner was an Alderman and Councillor on Leichhardt Council for 25 years spanning 1959 – 1991 and Mayor of Leichhardt in 1989-1990. His work and experience make him a highly relevant author on the topic of Leichhardt’s experience with the principles of an ‘open council’ which advocated public participation and open government.

Wyner doesn’t hold back in his criticism of some of those he shared the Council table with, or of state governments of any colour. Open Council A New Era In Local Government  presents a very personal view of the local government experience post-war at Leichhardt Council.

Open Council is for sale at Leichhardt Library for $20.00