sa The existing Statement of Cultural Significance reads, “The former Moonta Mines Public School complex (main building, school residence, shelter shed, toilet block and boundary walls) is significant as a relatively complete example of the largest type of school erected during the formative years of public education in South Australia. TheMore
tas Work is underway at the Church of the Apostles at Launceston through a Tasmanian Government Built Heritage Grant and funds donated via the National Trust Tasmania Conservation Appeal.More
sa Hidden gem for nature lovers Natural heritage manager Alex Emmins explores a hidden gem in the Riverland, linked to a National Trust pioneer. D B Mack Reserve is an unassuming parcel of mallee bushland on the Sturt Highway at Stockyard Plain – don’t blink or you’ll miss it! Located onMore
nsw The innovative treatment is being undertaken by Modified Atmospheres and Simon de Montemas from Precision Pest Control and involves progressively heating the interiors of the Blue Mountains oldest building to 56ºC. The treatment targets pests such as borers and silverfish, both of which are notoriously damaging to historic buildings andMore
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
sa Wendy Monger – Mt Gambier 1937 – 2023 From 1995 – 2012, Wendy served as chairperson of the Mount Gambier branch. Throughout her involvement with the Trust, Wendy worked tirelessly to preserve the heritage places in her hometown. Most notably, her effortsMore
sa Where will your membership take you? The next in our series exploring what’s on offer for National Trust members travelling overseas, through reciprocal arrangements with other heritage organisations. More than 30 special places managed by Fondo per l’Ambiente Italiano (the National Trust for Italy) are open to the public, providingMore
vic Throughout the 1960s The National Trust was the loudest voice raised in protest against the loss of heritage in Victoria. Before heritage preservation legislation, the only secure way to preserve a place was to own it. As she witnessed the demolition of many significant buildings and gardens across Melbourne,More
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
nsw After reviewing the dismantled remains of Parramatta’s historic Willow Grove, the National Trust (NSW) has concluded that the building cannot be authentically reconstructed and has withdrawn from the Willow Grove Community Reference Group.More
nsw The National Trust Heritage Awards is an annual celebration of outstanding practice in the field of heritage, awarding excellence in conservation, protection, and interpretation of Aboriginal, built, natural and cultural heritage over the past year. The Awards are the signature event of the Australian Heritage Festival in New South WalesMore
nsw Experts in heritage, planning and architecture gathered at the National Trust (NSW)'s recent 'Past and Future Cities Forum' to debate the big issues facing Parramatta's heritage and city planning, identifying new solutions for creating cities with character.More
sa The replica plaque was unveiled at a ceremony held on the spot shepherd James Boor discovered copper on Monday, October 2023, exactly 100 years since the closure of the Wallaroo Mines. The plaque was unveiled by Copper Coast Council mayor Roslyn Talbot and local history volunteer Ken Rudd following aMore
nsw Tucked into the hillside overlooking Sydney Harbour is Lindesay – the elegant Gothic Revival mansion built in 1834. The mansion’s interiors and gardens are a favourite for weddings, special occasions and film locations but for three days in November it transforms into a Christmas market filled with luxurious gift optionsMore
sa The National Trust of South Australia is changing the way its Moonta sites are managed to provide more administrative support and reduce the growing burden on local volunteers. Making the announcement today, Chief Executive Officer Nicolette Di Lernia said that in recent years the Moonta Mines State Heritage Precinct hadMore
