Clover Moore
Clover Moore is a prominent Australian politician who has served as the Lord Mayor of Sydney since 2004. Known for her progressive policies, she is the longest-serving mayor in Sydney's history and has held a significant role in local and state politics for over four decades. Moore is recognized for her commitment to urban renewal, environmental sustainability, and LGBTQ+ rights, and she is often seen as a pioneering figure in Australian politics, having maintained her independence from traditional party affiliations. Her tenure has been marked by both strong support and significant criticism, yet she remains a formidable presence in Sydney's political landscape.
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Lord Mayor Clover Moore’s $150 million plan to demolish a cluster of buildings across from Town Hall to create a new public plaza.
Of the $190m spent on Circular Quay revamp, $15m has been paid out for “site investigations”
Australia· 2026-05-31
It smacks of a political fix between the state government and [Lord Mayor] Clover Moore.
Sydney CBDs and major hubs excluded from residential fast-track schemeAustralia· 2026-05-27
Clover Moore is the Lord Mayor of Sydney who is involved in the proposal for Town Hall Square.
Nearly 50 years ago, Lord Mayor Clover Moore opened up a park. Now she’s doing it againAustralia· 2026-02-28
City of Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore said it was a “real pity” that LGBTQ people were still victims of violent hate crimes.
Attacks on gay men and bisexuals remind 78ers of violent past and lead calls for law reformAustralia· 2026-02-27
Clover Moore is the Lord Mayor of Sydney who proposed a $150 million new public square.
Radical plan to save Woolworths building from demolitionAustralia· 2026-02-24
Clover Moore is the Lord Mayor who has also called for an independent inquiry into the police actions.
NSW Police actions at Isaac Herzog protest in Sydney to be examined by LECCAustralia· 2026-02-13
Clover Moore is called upon to release the CCTV footage from Town Hall Square.
Witness claims officer agreed to let prayer go ahead before violent Sydney protest scenesAustralia· 2026-02-12
Clover Moore called for an independent investigation into police activities at the protest.
Woman, 69, in hospital with four broken vertebrae after interaction with police at Sydney Herzog protest | Australian police and policing
United Kingdom· 2026-02-10
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the council could only assess the development proposals against the planning merits of the application.
McDonald’s relaunches bid for Newtown restaurant with reduced trading hoursAustralia· 2026-02-09
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore was present at the funeral.
Sydney stops to farewell luminaryAustralia· 2026-02-04
Clover Moore described George Street as a shining example of a more walkable city.
George Street soars as Pitt Street Mall declinesAustralia· 2026-01-27
Lord Mayor Clover Moore called it 'a much-loved institution on the famous strip'.
A blow for Oxford St as Palace shuts the Chauvel cinemaAustralia· 2026-01-25
Clover Moore argues that the restrictions devastated Sydney’s nightlife.
NSW scraps remaining restrictions in bid to revive nightlifeAustralia· 2026-01-20
Lord Mayor Clover Moore was on the council committee that approved the restoration in the 1980s.
The artisans who restored the iconic Sydney building’s glass windowsAustralia· 2026-01-13
Clover Moore is the Lord Mayor of Sydney who emphasizes the importance of well-designed and sustainable buildings.
How we will house our growing population in the futureAustralia· 2026-01-11
Clover Moore has led the charge to turn Wentworth Park into an urban park and sporting complex.
Wentworth Park to be transformed into sporting fields and green spaceAustralia· 2025-12-08
Clover Moore is the City of Sydney Lord Mayor spearheading the plan to bulldoze the greyhound racing circuit.
Emergency works underway in Pyrmont amid fears of harbour contaminationAustralia· 2025-12-05
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore defended the spending, arguing the planter boxes were not only loved by the community, but a 'stunning' addition to CBD streets.
Council defends $20 million urban greening program amid cost-of-living crisis, homelessnessAustralia· 2025-11-26
Clover Moore is the Sydney Lord Mayor whose speed reduction proposal was dismissed by Premier Chris Minns.
AI trial reduces jaywalking near Manly Wharf by 34%Australia· 2025-11-16
City of Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore discussed the feasibility challenges of office conversions.
Experts call for financial incentives to help alleviate housing shortagesAustralia· 2025-10-18
Lord Mayor Clover Moore has long advocated for an urban square at Town Hall.
Time for a new visionAustralia· 2025-10-15
Clover Moore highlights the significant heritage on the site and the need for community consultation regarding its future use.
If Sydney’s military barracks are to be sold off, what would replace them?Australia· 2025-10-10
Lord Mayor Clover Moore has been critical of successive state governments for approving disconnected development.
Doltone House wedding venue proposal sparks opposition from Pyrmont residentsAustralia· 2025-10-07
Clover Moore is the Lord Mayor of Sydney who received the petition regarding outdoor dining spaces.
Darlinghurst business owner battles council over GoGet van parkingAustralia· 2025-09-07
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore said the upgrade was a challenging engineering feat.
A Sydney Harbour pool that has reopened on time and on budgetAustralia· 2025-09-06
City of Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore has campaigned on behalf of the Rabbitohs.
NSW government blocks Rabbitohs move to Allianz StadiumAustralia· 2025-08-31
Clover Moore, the Sydney Lord Mayor, joined the march alongside other politicians.
Who attended Palestine Action Group’s historic March for Humanity including Julian Assange, Craig Foster, Antoinette Lattouf and moreAustralia· 2025-08-04
Sydney Lord Mayor Clover Moore attended the protest.
Chris Minns says ‘it’s not open season’Australia· 2025-08-04
Clover Moore was present at the march, which opposed the Israeli government's military action in Gaza.
90,000 halt city with march across Harbour BridgeAustralia· 2025-08-03
Clover Moore, the City of Sydney Lord Mayor, stated that the dedicated bike lane would provide a crucial link and improve safety along the popular route.
Oxford Street cycleway: Long-awaited first stage opensAustralia· 2025-07-25