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The federal government proposes selling Sydney’s historic Victoria Barracks to raise funds, sparking backlash over heritage, security, and housing concerns.
The federal government is considering selling Sydney’s Victoria Barracks, a 13-hectare historic site with convict-built structures and 12 heritage listings, to raise revenue and support housing.
The plan has drawn criticism from politicians, veterans, and locals who argue it undermines national security, heritage, and public access.
Shadow Defense Minister James Paterson called the move "shortsighted," while NSW leaders, including Housing Minister Rose Jackson, have signaled interest in exploring state purchase or a hybrid model preserving heritage, military use, and affordable housing.
Premier Chris Minns initially dismissed the issue but later apologized, as debate intensifies over balancing fiscal needs with public and historical value.
El gobierno federal propone vender el histórico Victoria Barracks de Sydney para recaudar fondos, provocando una reacción violenta sobre el patrimonio, la seguridad y las preocupaciones de vivienda.