The National Trust Heritage Awards

The National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards is an annual celebration of outstanding practice in the field of heritage.

The Awards are New South Wales’ biggest and most anticipated celebration of outstanding practice in the field of heritage, recognising excellence in the conservation, protection, and interpretation of Aboriginal, built, natural and cultural heritage over the past year.

Returning to Pyrmont’s heritage-listed Doltone House on Friday 16 May 2025, the National Trust Heritage Awards will showcase fantastic heritage projects, innovations and achievements.

The awards are a signature event of the Australian Heritage Festival.

 

Key dates:

  • Award ceremony ticket sales commence: Monday 3 February 2025
  • Entries close: Wednesday 5 March 2025
  • Shortlist announced: April 2025
  • Ticket sales end: Friday 2 May 2025
  • National Trust Heritage Awards Ceremony: Friday 16 May 2025

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Categories & fees

Categories & fees

Select from ten project categories and three individual categories that cover the full spectrum of heritage excellence.

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Submission guidelines

Submission guidelines

Download our detailed submission guideline document to help you successfully complete your entry.

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Judges' Awards

Judges' Awards

The Judging Committee bestows two awards: the Judges' Choice Award and the Cathy Donnelly Memorial Award for women. Both awards acknowledge outstanding achievements.

Thank you to our supporters

 

PRINCIPAL SPONSOR

The NSW Government through Heritage NSW is principal sponsor of the
Australian Heritage Festival and the National Trust Heritage Awards.

Enquiries

awards@nationaltrust.com.au

02 9258 0142