act 25 Jun 2023Enjoy a walk through the parkland of the Curtin Radburn precinct and hear about planner Jack Venn’s efforts to make Curtin a pedestrian friendly suburb. Radburn is an early 20th century planning concept to promote pleasant and safe neighbourhoods free of traffic and with convenient walking to nearby services. Guide:moreBook now
vic 24 Jun 2023 - 8 Jul 2023Calling all Pirates and Mermaids! Come and explore the beautiful Rippon Lea Estate with a specially themed treasure hunt.more
wa Our temporary exhibition “Beneath the Bitumen: Discoveries from the Chinese Cemetery, East Perth” received a ‘Highly Commended’ in the category for temporary or travelling exhibitions. “Beneath the Bitumen” tells the story of archaeological discoveries made in 2020 during the excavation of the former Chinese and Presbyterian Cemeteries of East Perthmore
nsw 28 Sep 2023 - 29 Sep 2023May Gibbs’ quintessentially Australian classics have fascinated and delighted generations of children and families, introducing them to the wonder and magic of the Australian bush. In this charming outdoor adaptation, the iconic Tales of Snugglepot and Cuddlepie come to life for contemporary audiences. The Gumnut Babies are on a missionmore
nsw 25 Nov 2023National Trust (NSW) members are invited to attend the Annual General Meeting (AGM) from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm AEDT on Saturday 25 November 2023. Attendees can participate in person at the S. H. Ervin Gallery or online. This is a fantastic opportunity to join in from any location. Membersmore
wa 8 Jul 2023Enjoy a Devonshire tea on the verandah at historical Woodbridge House, followed by an author talk about Snapshots from Home (written in part during the National Trust’s Inspire Residency and featuring Woodbridge and the Harpers). Sasha will be in conversation with Tess Woods about the book and copies will bemore
nsw 6 Jul 2023 Whether you are very experienced or still learning the complexities of the game you love, join us in this fun outing in the luxurious setting of the lovely Pepperfield Lifestyle Resort’s main building in Bowral. By booking your own foursome to play together, your day is assured to bemore
wa Heritage is something we have inherited from the past and is valued enough today to leave for future generations. It can incorporate both the tangible and intangible, and is present in many forms including landscapes, landmarks, places, buildings, objects, languages, customs and ceremonies. We asked for participants to simply takemore
nsw The best of heritage was celebrated on 12 May at the 2023 National Trust Heritage Awards. Of the many deserving winners, it was a stunning project that breathed new life into the Bondi Pavilion that took out the coveted Judge's Choice Award.more
nsw The best and brightest in Australian heritage conservation have been celebrated at this year’s National Trust Heritage Awards, held at Doltone House in Sydney.more
wa These artefacts from a rubbish dump behind the Samson House Stables are fragments of a larger story. An accident resulting in a smashed cherished teapot; the marks from a butcher’s cleaver on the bones of a Sunday roast; broken bottles that held vital medicine or the remnants of a favouritemore
nsw The National Trust (NSW) is a proud supporting partner of the upcoming International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) General Assembly, an international conference of world heritage experts coming to Sydney from 31 August to 9 September 2023.more
act HERITAGE IN TRUST – MARCH 2023 EDITION The latest edition of Heritage in Trust is now available. The feature story is a continuation of last edition’s article on Canberra’s early mid-century modern houses. There are the usual reports from the President, the Tours and Events Committee, and heritage issues. Theremore
act 17 Jun 2023The Friends of Grasslands (FOG) were recipients of the 2023 Outstanding Award for Outstanding contribution to ACT Heritage for the Lake Burley Griffin Lands Ecological Restoration Project. Join Professor Jamie Pittock and walk down and along the edge of Lake Burley Griffin to the extensive replanted area. See what’s beenmoreBook now
wa Although steeped in tradition, every coronation is updated to suit the times. Queen Elizabeth’s coronation in 1953 was the first to be televised. King Charles’ is the first with an official coronation emoji and playlist. What remains unchanged is the excuse for a good celebration by loyal subjects. The coronationmore
vic 10 May 2023 - 3 Jun 2023Hear a talk from artist and ex Pentridge inmate , Keerraaywoorrong man Chris Austin, whilst on a specially hosted B Division tour.moreBook now
sa Over the last four years, The National Trust of South Australia, working alongside the State Records of South Australia and other government agencies, has unearthed the original plans of many of the Trust’s buildings, from stables to police stations, post offices and houses. We’re now able to make thismore
nsw 4 Nov 2023 - 5 Nov 2023Join the Women’s Committee for a weekend visiting a colourful range of glorious cool climate country gardens in all their spring splendour. Including historic, recently restored “Boree Cabonne Homestead”. Sited on a hill with views across rolling fertile countryside towards Mt. Canobalas, the old plantings and gardens have been carefullymore
wa 13 May 2023Spend the morning with Good Sammy exploring everything on offer, stay for a tour at Woodbridge or indulge in breakfast or lunch at Riverside at Woodbridge café. This event will take place on Saturday 13 May with the doors to the billiards room opening at 10.00am. Guided tours to Woodbridgemore