national vic The future of one of the Wimmera’s most significant cultural and heritage sites, Ebenezer Mission, is closer to being secured with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between Barengi Gadjin Land Council and the National Trust of Australia (Vic). Barengi Gadjin’s Chief Executive, Jim Golden-Brown, said that theMore
nsw 9 May 2026 - 10 May 2026Treat your loved ones to a magical evening at Retford Park this Mother's Day. Experience the gardens in golden and watch as the house comes to life by lamplight.MoreBook now
wa Our Partners Significant partnerships have been developed with local governments and the communities to deliver qualityoutcomes. Projects include: York, Beverley, Avondale, Strawberry Hill, Golden Pipeline/Mt Charlotte, Bill Sewell Complex, Central Greenough and the Burrup. Partnerships with other educational agencies such as the State Library of Western Australia continue to beMore
wa Minister Jacob thanked and acknowledged Ms Geneve for her efforts to conserve and protect WA’s unique Art Deco history at a time preceding government heritage protection. “You were one hundred percent correct and I thank you as one of the members of the future generation,” Mr Jacob said. The bookMore
vic On behalf of the members and staff, the Board of the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) expresses its deep sorrow at the passing of Rodney Davidson AO, OBE. Rodney played a crucial part in building the National Trust movement in both Victoria and in Australia. His work as Chair (1965More
vic After growing up in boarding schools in Britain, Ralph McDonell went to sea at the age of 17 working for the Cunard White Star line. He worked his way up through each officer rating to eventually become a ship’s captain. He served as Master on the Abel Tasman and PrincessMore
vic Ralph McDonell left his mark through a lifetime of support to Polly Woodside. In particular at the Melbourne Maritime Museum, where as the President of the Polly Woodside Volunteers Association his skills, knowledge, enthusiasm and interest in people and the ship shone. His wood carvings take pride of place inMore
nsw At the outbreak of war in 1914, the NSW Railways and Tramways Department was the largest enterprise in the state, with 45,000 employees. Over the course of the war, 8,447 men from the department enlisted and 1,210 of these men died as a result of their service. Some NSW railwaymenMore
qld After 20 years in the Banking and Finance sectors, thanks to the GFC Ben realigned his career in 2012 to environmental and conservation management by joining the Queensland Trust for Nature as its inaugural external CEO. In 2016, Ben joined Skroo and Jude Turners private family group to establishMore
nsw Gwenda MacDiarmid was a dedicated member of the National Trust Women’s Committee for over 20 years and played a pivotal role in the committee’s many activities.More
wa Significant partnerships have been developed with local governments and the communities to deliver quality outcomes. Projects include: York, Beverley, Avondale, Strawberry Hill, Golden Pipeline/Mt Charlotte, Bill Sewell Complex, Central Greenough and the Burrup. Partnerships with other educational agencies such as the State Library of Western Australia continue to be effectiveMore
vic The Mountain Ash (Eucalyptus regnans), known as the ‘Kalatha Giant’, is thought to be at least 400 years old, 65 metres tall and the 7th largest tree in Victoria (by volume). The tree bears a very old scar at its heavily buttressed base (possibly from 1851) and is hollow allMore
nsw A retired couple approached historical architectural specialists, Michael Bell Architects, with their long term dream; to create an Estate that would provide an appropriate setting for their fine collection of Regency furniture. This dream Estate was described as one that may have been built in NSW, by landed gentry, between 1832More
qld The Duce House, 88 Brisbane Road, East Ipswich According to the Brisbane Truth, it was thanks to a winning ‘glamour look colt’ named El Wonder that Ipswich’s most successful racehorse owners, Norm and Norma Duce, could build their new glamour home in Brisbane Road late in 1952. Although the architectMore
wa Since opening its doors, Woodbridge has become an important place for the community. Whether learning about its significant history or enjoying lunch at the café, Woodbridge provides a tranquil escape and an insight into life in the late nineteenth century. While exploring the land of the Wadjuk Noongar people inMore
