wa 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 2000More
act 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 emailMore
wa 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.More
nsw 19 Jun 2021The Winter Solstice Day celebrates renewal and the change of season, visit Lindesay, enjoy warming soup and purchase homemade handcrafts and National Trust goods.More
nsw 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.More
vic 20 May 2021Join us for the ultimate Miss Fisher experience at Rippon Lea with a curator talk, afternoon tea and exclusive exhibition viewingMoreBook now
nsw 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
act 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
nsw “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
wa 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
wa 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
wa 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
nsw 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
national 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
nsw 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
