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Emergency Community Advocacy Action

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A Community Action Meeting will be held to address the overwhelming community concern about the proposed development of a childcare facility at Sinnamon Farm. We will talk people through the proposed development and show you how to make your own submission to support the National Trust’s advocacy work for this
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National Trust Desk Diary 2018

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We still have some 2018 National Trust Desk Diaries in the National Trust ACT office and are for sale at the special price of $15.00. The theme is “Coast and Waterways of Australia”. They are a handy A5 size, ring-bound with a beautiful photograph or artwork on every page.
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National Trust supports listing of Thompson Square on National Heritage List

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“The Trust believes that Thompson Square and its pre-Macquarie era settlement of 1795 and archaeology dating back to 1814 and possibly earlier, must be kept intact and we are urging the construction of a Windsor by-pass. The proposed bridge construction and its approaches through Windsor would require the destruction of
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NTAQ requests Stop Work Order

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Activate your voice and send a letter of support to the Minister. The NTAQ has requested that the Minister for the Environment and Great Barrier Reef place a Stop Order on the proposed development so that the recommended actions can take place. Read more about the Development. Media Release: 22
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New President elected to the National Trust Australia (NSW)

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Brian brings a wonderful commitment to the National Trust having been a member for more than 30 years, Chair of both the Parramatta Branch and Education Committee of the National Trust, as well as being a volunteer guide at Old Government House. He was appointed a Member of the National Trust
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National Trust opposes West Pennant Hills redevelopment

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National Trust advocacy director, Graham Quint, said redevelopment should be restrict to the area formerly developed for the IBM centre and its carpark, and the award-winning IBM buildings should be retained. See the full submission to the General Manager of the Hills Shire Council, Michael Edgar,  below:     IBM
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Miss Traill’s House and Garden awards 2017

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This weekend’s Miss Traill’s House and Garden Christmas party was the perfect opportunity to thank our wonderful volunteers and supporters. They work tirelessly for us throughout the year making sure Miss Traill’s House and Gardens are in top condition and open to the public. Rebecca Pinchin, National Trust (NSW) Collections Manager,
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National Trust Queensland Heritage Awards – Nominate now!

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Nominations to the 2018 National Trust Queensland Heritage Awards in Queensland are now open. Each year, the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) awards outstanding projects and people that demonstrate excellence in the protection, conservation and celebration of Queensland’s environmental, built and cultural heritage. Nominations close 8 March 2018. Nominate a person
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Australian Heritage Festival – Register now!

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Register your event now for the 2018 Australian Heritage Festival,  Australia’s biggest annual community-driven heritage festival. Join the National Trust in celebrating Australia’s cultural heritage, through talks, tours, exhibitions and events across Queensland. It is free to register.
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NTAV Appointment of Directors & Strategic Plan 2018 – 2022

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On Saturday 25 November 2017 at the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) Annual General Meeting at Rippon Lea Estate it was announced the appointment of the following Directors to the Board; Kristin Stegley OAM Christina Dyson Lachlan Molesworth The Strategic Plan for the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) 2018 – 2022 was officially launched at the
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National Trust (NSW) Annual General Meeting 2017

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The National Trust of Australia (NSW) held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Saturday, 5 November at S.H. Ervin Gallery. During the meeting the following people received the annual National Trust Honours and Staff Distinguished Service awards. Award recipients: Honorary Life Membership: Robert (Bob) Clark – Built Heritage Conservation Committee Graham Edds
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National Trust of Australia (NSW) Board Election Results

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At its AGM on 25/11/2017 the National Trust NSW announced the results of the 2017 Directors' election.
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NTAV Annual General Meeting & Annual Report 2016-17

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Members are advised that the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) 61st Annual General Meeting will commence at 11am on Saturday 25 November 2017. Location:  Rippon Lea Estate, 192 Hotham Street, Elsternwick. Please RSVP by 17 November 2017 via email rsvp@nattrust.com.au or phone (03) 9656 9889.   The Annual Report for the
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NTAQ State Election Priorities 2017

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Following the announcement of the Queensland election for the 25 November 2017, the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) has released their election priorities document. Visit the NTAQ Advocacy Alert page for more information, or Download the Media Release: Qld State Election 2017: The National Trust of Australia releases their election
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NTAQ Annual General Meeting

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The 2017 National Trust of Australia (Queensland)  AGM for Governing Members and other guests will be held on Saturday 18 November 2017. Find out more.
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Advocacy Alert – Queen’s Wharf Development Brisbane

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National Trust Queensland Call to Action. Submissions close on Thursday 19th October at 4pm for the Queen’s Wharf Development. Find out more.  
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Luke Cornish wins Holding Redlich People’s Choice Award

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The portrait of Australian artist Ben Quilty was created using spray paint and stencils, multiple stencils layered up to achieve a semi photorealistic effect. Luke Cornish said he chose to paint Ben because ‘because he is, artistically and personally, somebody that I have an enormous amount of respect for’. “Using
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Annual Appeal 2017

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The 2017 Annual Appeal for Como has now closed. A big thank you to all who have contributed, your support will help us protect Como for future generations.  Details on the commencement of works will follow later this year. Stay tuned for details!
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This year’s ACT Heritage Symposium

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This year’s ACT Heritage Symposium was a great success. Read the Program, Abstracts and Bio-Notes from each speaker to find out what was covered: Abstracts and Bio-Notes
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Time to get busy with marmalade

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The National Trust is challenging thousands of home-made and artisan marmalade makers in Australia’s suburbs and country towns to get busy in the kitchen and mark their mark in the national marmalade awards. Last year marmalade makers responded enthusiastically to the first Australian Marmalade Awards and a chance for a
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Sirius Saved

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In a victory for the residents of Miller’s Point, the Court held that the Minister’s decision not to list the building on the State Heritage Register for reasons of financial hardship was invalid and of no effect. “The Sirius Apartment building has high social significance, resulting from the Green Ban
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