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The plaque commemorates Sir Mark Sheldon (1871 - 1956), noted philanthropist and financier, who was regarded as one of Australia’s leading banking and commercial figures in the early decades of the twentieth century, representing Australia abroad on a number of occasions. 

The plaque was unveiled at his former home "Trahlee" where he lived from 1905 to 1956. 

Today we unveiled a plaque to Sir Mark Sheldon KBE, noted philanthropist and businessman, who was regarded as one of Australia’s leading banking and commercial figures in the early decades of the twentieth century. The plaque is located at his former home "Trahlee": 9 Ginahgulla Road, Bellevue Hill.

The ceremony was presided by Deputy Mayor Cr Sarah Swan, and nominator Gabrielle “Gay” Gollan (Sheldon's great-granddaughter) also spoke on Sheldon's life and family. Others in attendance included several generations of Sheldon's family (granddaughter through great-great-great granddaughters), Cr Peter Cavanagh, Cr Mary-Lou Jarvis, Lyndell Droga representing Allegra Spender MP, and representatives from Sancta Sophia College and St Ignatius’ College Riverview.
Instagram, Woollahra Libraries, 6 October 2023. 

The Woollahra Council Plaque Scheme honours exceptional people or events associated with our local government area, that have made a significant impact on life in the area or Australia as a nation.

Location

Address:	9 Ginahgulla Road, Bellevue Hill, 2023
State:	NSW
Area:	AUS
GPS Coordinates:	Lat: -33.875091 Long: 151.250351 Note: GPS Coordinates are approximate.

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Details

Monument Type:	Plaque
Monument Theme:	People
Sub-Theme:	Industry
Link:	https://www.woollahra.nsw.gov.au/Li…

Dedication

Actual Monument Dedication Date:	Friday 6th October, 2023

Source: Woollahra Council