North Head & The Sydney Harbour Federation Trust: Barry and Marie McDonald

When Barry and Marie McDonald retired from the corporate world, they joined the Sydney Harbour Federation Trust as volunteers. Barry is from a proud old Ashfield family, his grandfather being Daniel McDonald, Mayor of Ashfield 1924-25, and is a member of our Society. 

The presentation will outline the history and present status of the two significant sites in the post-European history of North Head, Sydney: the 3rd Quarantine Cemetery and the area of the World War II military occupation. It will also include an outline of the events leading up to and on the night of the Japanese midget submarine attack on Sydney in May 1942 – an event which the defences at North Head were set up to stop. Time afterwards for questions, followed by afternoon tea. 

Cost is a gold coin for members, $5 for non-members to assist us in covering room hire. Please RSVP for catering purposes to Lois: 9797 7004 or Email: adhs@tpg.com.au