Conservation

• Natural heritage: Research from around the world shows that spending time in nature improves our health and wellbeing. Traditional Aboriginal knowledge also makes the connection between healthy minds, bodies and our environment, which provides us with inspiration, recreation, cultural and spiritual experiences. It also gives us clean air, fresh water and medicinal and food products that contribute to our health and wellbeing. The National Trust believes that our natural environment is intrinsically valuable and is working to protect it.
• Aboriginal heritage: The National Trust takes a holistic approach to heritage and one of the principal ways we support Aboriginal Heritage is by working with Aboriginal communities to establish foundations with the Trust to pursue community based conservation programs.
• Built heritage: The National Trust cares for more than 60 places across Western Australia; one third of these are open to the public. Whether you are looking for inspiration, relaxation or just a little bit of magic, we have a place for you. Visit a National Trust place in the city or take a leisurely drive to explore the exceptional stories, architecture and landscapes offered at these special sites.
• Heritage policies: In order to value our heritage, it is important for the government to provide leadership and to establish key policies which are valued, practical, sustainable and holistic in nature, and which will allow for a more integrated whole of government approach. The scope of the Heritage Policy considers a holistic approach to heritage in keeping with Commonwealth legislation and includes, but is not limited to, key areas of natural, Aboriginal and historic heritage as well as moveable and maritime heritage.

By following the links below, you can discover more about these programs and how you can get involved.