Village News
Neighbours float idea for what’s next
Inspired by the new seafood shop moving into Booth St, a local reader has suggested a quick poll on what Annandale should welcome next. Add your pick here and I’ll share the results next week. You never know who might be listening. (Thanks for the suggestion Marge)
Annandale’s Christmas tree is up
Annandale’s community Christmas tree went up yesterday outside the Village Church on the corner of Booth and Johnston Street, making sure Santa has no excuse to fly past 😉 (Source Annandale 2038 Facebook Page)
New fish market build nears opening date
Construction on the new Sydney Fish Market is finished and crews are now busy with fit-outs and testing as they work toward the 19 January 2026 opening. More details here
Goodbye to greyhound racing, hello to parkland
Across the creek, Wentworth Park will close in 2027. The greyhound track will make way for parkland, sports fields and open space. The announcement lit up Clover Moore’s Facebook page, with many calling it “the best infrastructure news in years” and thanking council for “returning the space to the people.” Others were less convinced, arguing the fields should stay for junior sport or the buildings could be reused for community facilities.
Annandale’s musical roots run deeper than you think
In response to Mal’s music article shared in Issue 8, a Booth Street neighbour writes to remind us that while the music shops have gone and the Annandale Hotel no longer hosts regular live acts, the suburb still has some musical pedigree. Peter Garret from Midnight Oil, Ian Moss from Cold Chisel and Peter Oxley from the Sunnyboys, all have ties to Annandale. Also, seen in Supabarn on 2 occasions, Phil Punch, a famous producer and musician. (Source: Reader Shane)
How Annandale’s border took shape
Annandale’s borders, as drawn by someone with more curiosity than drafting ability
A reader flagged that the map in Issue 6 missed the triangle of streets between Parramatta Rd, Johnstons Creek and Booth/Mallett St… thanks, Ian! The correction sent me digging into Annandale’s boundary history, which revealed more than I bargained for, including Australia’s only military coup. I’ve wrapped it into a 4minute read for anyone who enjoys walking our streets with a bit of context in their pocket. Read it here.
A big thanks to Marghanita da Cruz for her local research, which helped shape this piece. You can find her books at Annandale Village Newsagent and website here
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A Stone’s Throw Away
ALL WEEKEND
Annandale | Shades of Jacaranda – 225 Trafalgar Street. Local makers present jacaranda-themed ceramics, artworks and handmade pieces. 10 am–4 pm.
FRIDAY 12 DEC
Annandale | Annandale Playgroup – Christmas Celebration – Back hall, Annandale Neighbourhood Centre. Festive morning playgroup with face painting and balloon animals for kids. 9:30 am.
Camperdown | GreenWay Art Prize – Exhibition – Chrissie Cotter Gallery. Shortlisted GreenWay Prize works on display. 11 am–4 pm.
Annandale | Carols at Hunter Baillie – Hunter Baillie Memorial Presbyterian Church. 6 pm.
Camperdown | Noria and The Parisians – Church Street Studios. French chanteuse Noria Letts leads a lively Manouche set. 8–10 pm.
Leichhardt | A Tribute to Ace Frehley – Crowbar Sydney. KISSTERIA’s Ace Frehley tribute with theatrical rock flair. Tickets $35. 8 pm.
SATURDAY 13 DEC
Annandale | PWA Christmas Stall – Hunter Baillie Memorial Presbyterian Church. Presbyterian Women's Association Jams, baked goods and handmade items for festive gifting. 9 am.
Annandale | Open Studio – 12 Johnston St. Artist showcases framed works from recent and past series. 10 am–2 pm.
Camperdown | Dharawal Cultural Day – Chau Chak Wing Museum. Cultural talks, activities and performances honouring Dharawal history. 12–4 pm.
Camperdown | Back To Funk Summer BBQ Sessions – The Lady Hampshire. DJs spin funk and soul for a free BBQ afternoon. 3 pm.
Camperdown | Alice Terry – Church Street Studios. Soulful evening performance featuring new original songs. 7–8:15 pm.
Leichhardt | Leichhardt Twilight Market – Italian Forum Cultural Centre. Boutique stalls, food and music in the piazza. 3–8 pm.
Leichhardt | Lazy Crow – Leichhardt Bowling Club. Blues-rock band playing a free outdoor set. 3–6 pm.
SUNDAY 14 DEC
Dulwich Hill | GreenWay Opening – Johnson Park. Free community celebration marking the opening of the GreenWay walking, cycling, art and nature corridor. 10 am.
Leichhardt | Family Tales – Leichhardt Library. Weekend storytime session for young children and carers. 10:30–11 am.
Glebe | Wentworth Park Antiques & Collectables Fair – Wentworth Park Sporting Complex. Long-running indoor fair with over 150 sellers. Tickets $8. 9 am–2 pm.
Leichhardt | The Casual Slacks – Crowbar Sydney. Inner West rock band headlines with support acts. Tickets $20. 7 pm.
MONDAY 15 DEC
Leichhardt | Storytime – Leichhardt Library. Stories and rhymes supporting early literacy skills. 10:30–11 am.
TUESDAY 16 DEC
Leichhardt | Book Buddies – Leichhardt Library. Nursery rhymes and rhythm-based fun for babies and carers. 10:30–11 am.
WEDNESDAY 17 DEC
Leichhardt | RedHook & Friends! – Crowbar Sydney. Heavy rock set celebrating Crowbar’s birthday week. Tickets $50. 7 pm.
THURSDAY 18 DEC
Annandale | The Catholics – Final Concert – Johnston St Jazz. Long-running ensemble performs expressive jazz in a farewell show. 8–11:59 pm.
Glebe | Roman Gryg Art Exhibition – The Shop Gallery. Paintings capturing nostalgic Katoomba streetscapes. 11 am–6 pm.
Leichhardt | C.O.F.F.I.N – Crowbar Sydney. High-intensity rock’n’roll with support acts. Tickets $40. 7 pm.
Recent Sales
| Address | Price | Beds | Baths | Garages | Land (sqm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 84 Trafalgar Street | $4.635 m | 5 | 3 | 1 | 278 |
| 28 Rose Street | $4.44 m | 4 | 2 | 1 | 202 |
| 15 Albion Street | $3.035 m | 5 | 4 | — | 221 |
| 30 Annandale Street | $3.0 m | 3 | 1 | 1 | 311 |
| 21 Piper Street | $2.695 m | 3 | 1 | 2 | 193 |
| 65 Albion Street | $2.05 m | 3 | 1 | — | 101 |
| 39 Wells Street | $1.825 m | 2 | 1 | 1 | 169 |
DA activity
| Address | Description | DA Number |
|---|---|---|
| 93 Annandale Street, Annandale NSW 2038 | Alterations and additions to a semi-detached dwelling, including partial demolition and ancillary works. | DA/2025/1032 |
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Part 3 Annandale Lanes - Booth Lane (Credit Mark L)
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