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David Burdon has been announced as the new Director, Conservation, at the National Trust (NSW) following Graham Quint’s retirement after 40 years of service at the heritage conservation charity. Graham Quint commenced at the National Trust in 1980 and fulfilled numerous roles before leading advocacy. more
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On 14 October 2023 Australians will be asked to vote Yes or No in the Voice referendum. The National Trust (NSW) acknowledges the importance of this national referendum and the democratic process to consider recognising the First Nations peoples of Australia by establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Voicemore
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The National Trust (NSW) was honoured to be a part of the NSW Heritage Forum. Held at the heritage listed Grace Hotel, the Forum brought together thought leaders in the heritage space. Keynote speaker Tim Flannery, Chief Councillor of the Climate Council, gave a thought-provoking address on the ‘urgent needmore
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Uncover the hidden history of Melbourne’s prison burial sites in Bones & Burial Boxes: Digging Up the Past at Prison Burial Sites, a compelling exhibition that reveals the untold stories behind some of the city’s most infamous institutions. Through rare artefacts and groundbreaking archaeological discoveries, the exhibition illuminates a shadowy chapter of Melbourne’s past. more
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Unearthed from the garage are the achievements of an Australian sporting star. On display at the Apollo Bay Museum is a collection of the medals, cups, and uniforms and highlights from the life ofa young man who represented Australia at Olympic, Commonwealth and other International diving events.more
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On Sunday 14 October from 10am to 4pm families are welcome to celebrate the 100th birthday of Norman Lindsay’s The Magic Pudding at the author and illustrator’s former home. This day of family fun will include delicious adventures for children and grown ups of all ages. For information on how tomore
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Step beyond the exhibits and uncover hidden history with an exclusive tour of the Bendigo Military Museum, featuring rare access to the heritage-listed honour boards and the breathtaking band rotunda with panoramic views of Bendigo’s stunning streetscape!more
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Meet our Board: Ms Kathryn Pitkin AM, President In December 2022, Kathryn Pitkin was elected as President of the National Trust of Australia (NSW). In 2020 Kathryn joined the Board of the National Trust and became a member of the Finance and Risk Management Committee because of hermore
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A new exhibition at the S.H. Ervin Gallery commemorates the start of the Papunya Tula Art Movement and showcases works that document the changing times and artists who defined the era. From the humblest of beginnings, Papunya Tula Artists has forged its way to become an artistic powerhouse.more
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This series of videos compares the experience of work in the past at Rippon Lea with comparable occupations and people working today. Film maker Catherine Gough Brady researched the stories of the gardeners, cooks, housekeepers, chauffeur and grooms who worked at Rippon Lea and then found people working in similarmore
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This painting was one of 36 artworks included in the National Trust’s 2021 artwork appeal, which aimed to restore the condition of historic artworks in the collection. When restorers removed the varnish on Still Life they spotted two hidden signatures hidden on a knife’s blade in the painting. After expertmore
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MEET OUR BOARD: Lachlan Molesworth, Chair National Trust of Australia (VIC) Qualifications: MBA (Distinction) (Oxon), LLB (Melb), BEng (Melb), Grad Dip Leg Prac. Experience: Lachlan is an Australian lawyer and barrister in corporations and regulatory law, with experience in heritage law. Lachlan Molesworth was previously a solicitor and in the Commonwealth Treasurymore
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Letters From the Front is a special spoken word event honouring these men with a presentation of some of the letters sent home to family and loved ones.more
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SECONDARY SCHOOL VISIT TO SAUMAREZ HOMESTEAD Why visit Saumarez? An example of Lifestyle Change The role of Primary production over 100 years – C19 and end C20 Wool and Australia’s economy – Saumarez and Land Use Then and Now? Adaptation with improved transport systems Women’s independence 1) Workplace- for familiesmore
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In June 1972 a convoy of vehicles and equipment drove to a very specific location on the Murray River. Beneath the waters lay the wreck of the paddle steamer Alexander Arbuthnot in her watery grave. Helene Sutherland introduces her book The Salvage of the Alexander Arbuthnot.more
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In June 1972 a convoy of vehicles and equipment drove to a very specific location on the Murray River. Beneath the waters lay the wreck of the paddle steamer Alexander Arbuthnot in her watery grave. Helene Sutherland introduces her book The Salvage of the Alexander Arbuthnot.more
