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Looking after your heritage place forums

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Here at the National Trust, we work with heritage properties every day, and we want to help you. Join us for this free afternoon forum and hear from our Conservation Architect and Heritage Services Officer as they teach you about managing heritage places. We’ll also explain how the National Trust
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The National Trust celebrates Reconciliation Week 2021

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The National Trust works to raise knowledge, awareness, understanding and commitment to Western Australia’s natural and cultural heritage. Our places and collections tell the stories of our state’s shared history. The Trust’s Aboriginal Advisory Committee and Reconciliation Action Plan continues to guide our approach, and ongoing engagement with Aboriginal communities
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Register now for the National Trust Independent Forum on the Heritage Act Review – 9th June 2021

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National Trust Independent Forum on the government Review of the NSW Heritage Act
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National Trust celebrates Anzac Cottage transfer

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Anzac Cottage was built in one day, 12 February 1916, by the community of Mount Hawthorn as a home for returned soldier Private Porter and his family, and as a memorial for those who lost their lives in the tragic Gallipoli landing. The cottage was State Heritage listed in 2000
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Map Collection

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The National Trust ACT office holds a 6 drawer map cabinet holding various maps, plans and photographs of Canberra and the surrounding region. See the list of contents below. If you wish to view any of the items please contact the office on (02) 6230 0533 or send an email
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A big thank you to our volunteers

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The National Trust has incredible volunteers that work tirelessly to open our heritage places to the public year-round. To mark National Volunteer Week, we want to say a special thank you! As a not-for-profit heritage organisation, the National Trust could not achieve as much as it does without its volunteers.
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Winter Solstice Celebration Day

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The Winter Solstice Day celebrates renewal and the change of season, visit Lindesay, enjoy warming soup and purchase homemade handcrafts and National Trust goods.
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Heritage in Trust March 2021

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Read about the first Europeans on the Limestone Plains, reports on our varied walks and talks, what’s planned for the Kingston Arts Precinct and more… Click on the cover below to read the full edition.
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The 2021 National Trust Heritage Awards Winners: Announced

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The National Trust (NSW) has held its 2021 National Trust Heritage Awards ceremony, presented by the ABC’s Simon Marnie and announced winners in 10 categories and three individual prizes that celebrate outstanding practice in the field of heritage.
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Miss Fisher Exhibition | Curator Talk

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Join us for the ultimate Miss Fisher experience at Rippon Lea with a curator talk, afternoon tea and exclusive exhibition viewing
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Call for audit of Canberra’s mid-century modern homes

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National Trust Calls For Audit Of Canberra’s Mid Century Modern Homes 9 5 2021 https://www.canberratimes.com.au/story/7243083/call-to-audit-canberras-mid-century-modern-houses-before-its-too-late/?cs=14225  
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Top places to take mum this Mother’s Day in New South Wales

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Our heritage places have something for everyone – whether it’s just the two of you or the whole family. From picture-perfect views, to modern art, to spine-tingling tales of a time gone by, we have plenty to discover.
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Australian War Memorial redevelopment

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The National Trust of Australia (ACT) has written to the National Capital Authority opposing the proposed works approval to commence the Australian War Memorial redevelopment. Read the letter here: https://www.nationaltrust.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/30-Apr-2021-NCA-re-AWM.pdf  
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National Trust of Australia (ACT) Heritage Awards 2021

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Nominations are now open for this year’s heritage awards. Deadline for entries – 21 June 5pm. To get details of the awards and to nominate a project click here.
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Oral Histories

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During the 1990s, the National Trust of Australia (ACT), with the assistance of the National Estate Grants Program, the ACT Heritage Grants program, and the National Library of Australia, made a series of oral history recordings with persons who influenced the landscape and development of Canberra. These recordings and associated
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The 2021 National Trust Heritage Awards Shortlist has been announced

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“We received such fantastic entries this year and it was such a challenge to determine the shortlisted projects this year,” said Matthew Devine, Chair of the National Trust Heritage Awards jury. “There are a diverse range of projects and initiatives recognised this year, and they represent the full spectrum of
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The Hon. Don Harwin launches the Australian Heritage Festival in NSW on World Heritage Day

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Minister for Heritage today launches the 2021 Australian Heritage Festival in New South Wales on World Heritage Day.
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Dyson grave restoration at East Perth Cemeteries

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Located in East Perth Cemeteries, the headstone commemorates James Dyson and his two wives, Fanny Hoffington and Jane Edwards. It was commissioned by Andrew “Drewey” Dyson after the death of his mother Jane in 1899. Unfortunately, after 120 years exposed to the elements, the marble headstone had broken in half
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National Trust NSW Magazine April – June 2021

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In this edition, we showcase efforts to rescue some beautiful artworks in our properties. We explore the heritage of Newcastle and consider how to bring about renewal while conserving heritage. And we ask what’s the difference between a street and a road. We hope you enjoy this edition, and we look forward to sharing more stories of heritage throughout the year.
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Archaeology field school at Peninsula Farm

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The National Trust is excited to be hosting an archaeology field school on the grounds of Peninsula Farm. Staff and students from the University of Western Australia will be on site from 4 to 10 April to get some hands-on archaeology experience. Like many historic sites, Peninsula Farm has changed
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