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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 more
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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. more
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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 more
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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.more
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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 associatedmore
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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 ofmore
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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 halfmore
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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.more
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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 changedmore
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The annual event run by Eucalypt Australia aims to raise awareness of eucalypts and to celebrate the important place they hold in the hearts and lives of Australians. The National Trust keeps a Register of Significant Trees in Western Australia, a number of which are Eucalypts. The latest to bemore
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At Everglades House & Gardens, we have divine Devonshire Teas available or if you want something with a bit more spice a sizzle, there are nachos and a sausage BBQ on offer to warm you up. The Everglades Gallery will have the NSW Schools Reconciliation Challenge exhibition on display andmore
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24 Apr 2022 - 1 May 2022 Discover the colourful history of this small green island located in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, 1,600 kilometres north east of Sydney. Defined by its Norfolk Island pine trees and jagged vertical cliffs, this tiny island measures only 5 by 8 kilometres. From World Heritage Kingston historic sitemore
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The Australian Government is reviewing the Australian Heritage Strategy. The Government is asking for community feedback via a short survey, which closes on Thursday 18 March 2021. The National Trust is asking calling on its members and supporters to have their say on the future of Australia's heritage.more
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19 Mar 2021 - 28 Mar 2021The Geelong & Region Branch will hold two events celebrating the remarkable life and career of the inventor of refrigeration, Scottish-born James Harrison. These events will explore the many contributions to Geelong made by this unpredictable ‘pioneering genius’.moreBook now
