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Expression of Interest – National Trust Tasmania (NTT) Board Election 2026

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Expression of Interest - The Trust is committed to maintaining a skills-based Board; to gender equality; and to regional representation.  It has considered the expertise of current Board members as well as future needs. The Board is also committed to implementing a strategic and sustainable vision for the NTT, its properties, collections, landscapes, gardens, and programs. 
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Branch Project: The Cast Iron of Ballarat

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Over the following two years the Branch volunteers compiled a database of over 1,500 places containing a huge variety of patterns. The project was confined to a general analysis of decorative friezes and brackets and once the combinations and permutations of timber and metal posts, fluted and smooth cast iron
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Branch Project: Hepburn Graves

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One of the few private cemeteries that is publicly accessible in Victoria, Hepburn Graves is accessible via a short walk from the carpark on Estate Lane, Smeaton. The Ballarat Branch holds regular working bees to maintain this site with support from the neighbouring landholder. Information on those buried on the
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Branch Project: Ballarat Railway Station

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In April 1862 the train line from Geelong to Ballarat opened.  Originally only the Bluestone Goods Shed and the North Platform and its associated offices were constructed and it was not until 1889 that the southern portion of the station and its tower was completed. This coincided with the opening
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Canberra Olympic Pool Social Value Survey

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The Canberra Olympic Pool (Civic/Canberra City) completed in 1955 is an iconic example of mid-century architecture, recognised and loved by Canberrans. It was nominated to the ACT Heritage Register, but provisional registration was rejected in 2014.  National Trust ACT is conducting a social value survey with a view to generating
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Oxley Bridges added to National Trust Register

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Continuing to stand over 135 years since their construction, we look at what makes these wrought-iron bridges significant.
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Spotlight on: Wickham School of Arts

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We shine a spotlight on the important work of the National Trust's Hunter regional branch.
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In Love with Our Local

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Ripponlea Estate is 500m from our residence and we like to pretend that is our backyard!
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Katherine Railway Fair

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4 th July 2026: 2:30 PM to 6:30 PM. OLD RAILWAY STATION.  Railway Fair is set to be a fun afternoon. The train lights are going on, the band is getting excited about playing on the train and the grounds are looking green for the kids to play with all
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Darwin Heritage Festival

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From 4 -17 July 2026. Just click on the links below to book. OPEN DAY – DARWIN MYILLY POINT HERITAGE PRECINCT All four National Trust houses at Myilly Point (built in 1938) will be open to the public. Enjoy afternoon tea in the gardens and watch the dancing displays! WHEN:
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Board of Directors Election 2026

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Nominations are invited for election to the National Trust of Australia (NSW) Board of Directors.
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NAIDOC Week: Stories of Country

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To mark NAIDOC Week, the National Trust is sharing a new audio excerpt exploring the history of Anaiwan Country, the land on which Saumarez Homestead is situated.
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National Trust NSW Magazine – June – September 2026

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In this issue we celebrate the winners of the 2026 National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards, explore the remarkable history of Lindesay and discover the enduring beauty of National Trust gardens.
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Pentridge Prison

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Pentridge is a place that deeply connects to the social and cultural fabric of Australia.    Until its closure in 1997, Pentridge was Victoria’s central prison and the most well-known and used gaol in the State’s history. Most of Victoria’s convicted and notorious criminals were gaoled there between 1900 and the
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Gulf Station

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Gulf Station tells an exciting story about the daily life on a pioneer farm, with an array of farm buildings and animals waiting to be discovered.
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Seeing the Future (Example Entry)

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A poem developed in response to the Poetry Workshop - Writing to our Futures at Rippon Lea by es foong.
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Opening Hours

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Visitor Information Group tours are available. To find out more about group tours, click here. For FREE entry to over 1000 properties in Victoria and beyond, plus reduced entry to events and exhibitions, become a National Trust member.   Purchase a Gift Certificate Give your family and friends something you
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Everglades House & Gardens

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A stunning Art Deco house set within a spectacular inter-war period garden.
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ACT Government’s Response to the Committee on Planning and Environment Report No. 6 – Inquiry into DPA-04 Missing Middle Housing Reform

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The ACT Governments response to the Inquiry into the Missing Middle Housing Reform was published on 22 May 2026.  You can access the report here EP Report 6 Inquiry Into DPA 04 Government Response (1) National Trust ACT will continue to work with stakeholders to ensure heritage protections are well defined
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Statement by the National Trust (NSW) at the Senate Inquiry into the divestment of Defence estate assets

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David Burdon, Conservation Director, National Trust of Australia (NSW) gave a speech at the public hearing concerning the Senate Foreign Affairs, Defence and Trade References Committee's inquiry into the management of Defence estate assets. Read his statement.
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Como House and Garden

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Known by many Melburnians as ‘the white house on the hill,’ Como overlooks the Birrurung (Yarra) river and is surrounded by a pleasure garden and community parkland. Leila Armytage called her home ‘the last remaining oasis.’ Como is an atmospheric town mansion presented as a family home. The interiors reflect
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