ICOMOS MEMBERS
NEW 50 years of Australia ICOMOS On-Line Exhibition
Member contributions Invited. To celebrate 50 years of Australia ICOMOS, an on-line exhibition is being developed for launch at the end of the year, with the new Australia ICOMOS website. A small working group has been formed Sioned Lavery, Georgia Holloway and Sheridan Burke (extra volunteers welcome).
To get the stories rolling in, members are invited to propose up to FIVE stories that you think are the most significant events/people that have shaped Australia ICOMOS’s impact and contribution nationally and internationally over the last 50 years. Please cover the basic premise in your suggestions: Who or what, Year (s), scope (international, national, state), why was it significant, and please also send any resources /contacts we can use/review .Texts could be a 400-500 word and a few shorter items.
We are also keen to obtain (Copyright free or permitted) photos and videos for the exhibition.
Please let us have your ideas before the end of August. Email to austicomos@deakin.edu.au
Many thanks, Sheridan Burke
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NEW Member Survey
As part the AICOMOS Strategic Plan 2025-2029 delivery and a commitment to continuous improvement, we are inviting members to share feedback on our membership processes and benefits.
Your perspectives will help us assess how effectively we support members and where changes or enhancements may be needed. The information gathered will directly inform membership strategy development and delivery.
Access the survey here: https://form.jotform.com/261648841377064
All responses are anonymous.
Thank you to those who have already completed the survey.
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NEW Vale Professor Emerita Isabel McBryde AO
Isabel was one of the founders of academic archaeology in Australia, and a long-time advocate of Indigenous rights to their heritage. She was influential in the development of the concept of cultural landscape by the World Heritage Committee, and of ‘storied landscapes’ in Australia. Her work of Aboriginal trade networks was groundbreaking. Isabel was a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities, the Royal Anthropological Institute (London), and the Society of Antiquaries. Isabel was a founding member of NSW National Parks and Wildlife Services Aboriginal Sites Advisory Committee, a Commissioner of the Australia Heritage Commission, and a member of the Board of management for Uluru Kata Tjuta National Park, and the Technical and Scientific Advisory Committee for the Willandra Lakes World Heritage Area.
A longstanding member of Australia ICOMOS, she was a leading voice in recognising Indigenous cultural heritage, cultural landscapes and the social and spiritual values of place. Her contributions to ICOMOS and UNESCO discussions, particularly on cultural landscapes and Indigenous connections to Country, helped broaden heritage conservation beyond physical fabric to encompass the living relationships between people, place and cultural meaning that underpin contemporary values-based practice.
Isabel’s contributions were recognised by her receiving the Order of Australia in 1990, and the Australian Archaeological Association’s Rhys Jones Medal – the Associations highest award – in 2003.
The funeral will be at the Norwood Park Crematorium, 65 Sandford Street, Mitchell ACT at 1:30 on Wednesday 12thAugust. If you are able to attend and would like to say a few words at the funeral, please let Michael Pearson know so he can manage timing. Michael can also read out a short message, with others, if you are unable to attend and want to leave a message.mike.p@ozemail.com.au
The funeral will also be live streamed, as per this link; https://norwoodpark.com.au/funeral-services?funeral=7oJlJ
*Image above from the ANU School of History webpage.
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Details for memorial service for Dr Laila Haglund
Family, friends and colleagues are invited to attend a memorial gathering celebrating the life of Dr Laila Haglund, prominent Australian Archaeologist and the founding president of the Australian Association of Consulting Archaeologists, at the Chau Chak Museum in the University of Sydney on 14 September 2026 at 2pm.
Afternoon tea will be provided for those who attend in person, and we are hoping to organise a Zoom link for those who cannot.
We kindly ask that you RSVP via the following Humanitix link before 28 August, and please advise at checkout if you are attending in-person (for catering purposes) or if you are attending via Zoom (a link will be sent to your provided email address prior to the event date).
https://events.humanitix.com/laila-haglund-memorial
If you would like to share any stories, photos, messages or poems about Laila, please get in touch with Jen van Proctor (jennyvanp54@gmail.com) or JJ McDermott (jagemcdermott2@gmail.com)
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Member Spotlight
Our members work in many and varied facets of cultural heritage and as your membership organisation we would like to showcase some of your expertise and initiatives. If you would like to be included in an edition of our e news, please send a paragraph or two and a photo to our secretariat: austicomos@deakin.edu.au
Please note we cannot advertise individual businesses, this is purely to highlight our wonderful members.
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AICOMOS SUBMISSIONS / UPDATES
NEW Australia ICOMOS Submission: DTP Consultation – Solar Panels in Heritage Areas
View the submission here
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS / GRANTS / NOMINATIONS / EOI
NEW ICICH – ICOMOS Italy | Call for Papers | ICICH Symposium Ravello Italy | Submissions due 15 August 2026
The Role of Local Communities in Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage within Heritage Ensembles and Monuments. 8-11 Nov 2026.
The Annual General Body Meeting (AGM) of ICICH will be held in conjunction with the International Symposium: The Role of Local Communities in Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage within Heritage Ensembles and Monuments. This combined program reflects ICICH’s dual commitment: strengthening its organisational governance while advancing scientific dialogue on the pressing challenges facing intangible heritage today.
The symposium will begin by situating intangible heritage within the global framework of ICOMOS and ICICH, then explore regional perspectives from around the world, and finally turn to Italy as the host country. Italy’s millennial heritage and long-standing expertise in integrating conservation with development provide a meaningful setting for this dialogue. By linking global challenges to local realities, the event will highlight how communities safeguard and revitalise intangible cultural heritage associated with monuments and ensembles, ensuring resilience and sustainable futures.
The AGM and Scientific symposium aim to raise awareness, share knowledge, and suggest practical strategies adaptable to various settings. Together, they will contribute to ICOMOS’s wider mission of protecting heritage as a foundation for identity, community well-being, and sustainability.
Further information can be found here.
Please send your paper to: icichagmitaly.2026@gmail.com
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NEW EOI Timber Framing Workshop | South Australia | 4 Sept 2026
The Department for Environment and Water: Heritage SA, the International Network for Traditional Building, Architecture and Urbanism (INTBAU) and the City of Adelaide will be hosting Peter Harwood at the Adelaide Gaol on the Friday the 4th of September for a one-day timber framing workshop focusing on the crafting of a mortise and tenon joint.
The Timber Framing Workshop will cover:
- The History of Timber Framing
- Timber Framing today
- An introduction of tools and how to care for them
- Framing and timber peg making
- Crafting and assembling a mortise and tenon joint
The session will be inclusive of lunch and morning/afternoon tea on the day.
There will be CPD points available for those eligible.
We are seeking expressions of interest for the workshop, we do not yet have confirmation of price per person, so please follow the link below to register your interest.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/expressions-of-interest-timber-framing-workshop-tickets-1992895832081?aff=oddtdtcreator
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Australian Heritage Council | Sharon Sullivan Award | Nominations now open
The Australian Heritage Council Sharon Sullivan Award recognises an individual’s or group’s outstanding contribution to the conservation and protection of Australia’s national heritage.
This can be through:
- leadership
- administration
- professional practice including education, research and promotion
The award is in recognition of Professor Sharon Sullivan’s enduring impact in cultural heritage in Australia and internationally.
Professor Sullivan has held positions in the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Service, The Australian Heritage Commission and led the Australian delegation to the World Heritage Committee. Professor Sullivan is also an honorary member of Australia ICOMOS and ICOMOS for her outstanding achievements in the field.
If you know someone whose work deserves recognition, you are encouraged to nominate them.
📍 Submissions close 14 August 2026.
Link: https://consult.dcceew.gov.au/ahc-sharon-sullivan-award
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Four PhD scholarships for the ARC Training Centre | Submissions due 16 August 2026
The ARC Training Centre for Archaeology in the resources sector has four important projects for PhD students to undertake.
The Four PhD projects cover the topics:
- Indigenous rights and cultural heritage in the Australian resources sector
- Archaeology and Cultural heritage management in risk assessment
- Cultural Heritage’s Presence in Decision Making; and
- Indigenous data sovereignty.
This PhD opportunity is offered as part of the ARC’s Industrial Transformation Training Centre Program which brings together researchers and industry partners in a highly collaborative, cohort-based environment. A core aim of the Program is to support the development of a connected community of researchers and industry professionals through shared training, mentoring and engagement activities. To enable this experience, candidates are expected to be physically based at the enrolling university for the duration of their candidature. This requirement reflects the Program’s emphasis on in-person engagement, cohort development, and active participation in shared training, research activities, and industry collaboration.
Further information can be found here
On-line applications at University of Queensland can be found here.
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Heritage Council of Western Australia’s 2026 WA Heritage Awards Nominations now open
The Heritage Awards recognise outstanding achievement in heritage tourism and promotion, heritage conservation, adaptive reuse, interpretation, and heritage practice across Western Australia. The awards provide an opportunity to celebrate the individuals, organisations, and projects making significant contributions to the conservation and appreciation of our state’s heritage.
Further information can be found here.
Nominations close on Friday 28 August 2026.
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NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure EOI for pool of expert members and chairs
Orchard Talent Group is working alongside the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure to recruit the next pool of expert members and chairs for Local Planning Panels and Regional Planning Panels across New South Wales, for a term from 2027 to 2030.
Good planning decisions are shaped by the breadth of experience and perspective around the table. The Department is building a pool of experts and chairs that reflects the diversity of the communities these panels serve: candidates of all genders and cultural backgrounds, and strong representation from regional and rural New South Wales, are warmly encouraged to apply.
For further information or to submit an EOI, please follow this link.
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WORKSHOPS / COURSES / EVENTS / EXHIBITIONS
NEW 2026 Australian Antarctic Festival | Hobart | 20-23 August 2026
From 20–23 August, Hobart will once again transform into Australia’s Antarctic gateway with four days of inspiring talks, immersive experiences, family activities, films, exhibitions, live entertainment and unique Antarctic-themed events across the city.Whether you’re passionate about Antarctic history, science, exploration, wildlife or simply looking for a fantastic day out, there’s something for everyone.
The festival utilises the Hobart gateway to the Antarctic, to showcase a city-wide multi-faceted event, which includes a large expo, indoor and outdoor activations and programs, exhibitions, tours at significant landmarks, school excursions, cultural programming, educational talks by industry experts and so much more. Join us as we celebrate Antarctica and partner with local industry, producers and providers to deliver this internationally renowned festival, with most events free to the public.
Further information can be found here.
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NEW Faculty of Architecture, Building & Planning | Uni Melb |The Future Suburb Symposium | 2 October 2026
ACT Region Heritage Symposium 2026 | National Film and Sound Archive, Canberra | 15 August 2026
9.30am – 4.00pm, Saturday 15 August 2026
This symposium celebrates how heritage is lived, loved and created through everyday life in the ACT region by exploring the themes of conviviality, creativity and care.
Conviviality: how do food and drink and community feasts and celebrations connect people, transmit culture and shape everyday heritage?
Creativity: from design and craft traditions, to contemporary art interventions that reimagine heritage for new audiences, what place does creativity play in shaping our experiences of everyday heritage?
Care: how do caring relationships shape everyday heritage? This theme includes family and community histories, visitor interpretation, intergenerational knowledge, and the work of caring, for places, objects and traditions.
Tickets include morning tea, lunch and after event refreshments. Take the opportunity to hear and share new perspectives at this premier networking event.
Click here for more details on speakers, the program and to book your tickets.
The Heritage Forum is convened by the National Trust ACT, Australia ICOMOS, Canberra and District Historical Society and Canberra Archaeological Society
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Australian Garden History Society | National Conference | Orange NSW | 25-28 September 2026
The conference program draws on Orange’s rich history, much influenced by the rich basalt soils that have allowed First Nations people to live well on this land, and that has seen waves of European horticultural endeavour. Once known for its cherries and apples, Orange is now most famous for its shiraz and chardonnay.
The conference lectures will be held at the Orange Civic Theatre, 135 Byng Street, Orange. Lectures will take place on Friday, Saturday and Sunday mornings with bus tours in the afternoon.
Even if you can’t get to Orange in September, you can still register for the lecture series, which will be live streamed or available as a recording.
Further information can be found here.
Bookings: 2026 Annual National Conference in Orange, NSW – Australian Garden History Society
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Museums of History | Paramatta Open | Saturday 29 August 2026
Parramatta Open gives you the keys to the city, unlocking buildings, places and spaces that are rarely open to the public.
Enjoy a day exploring Parramatta’s architecture – from hidden heritage gems to sparkling new constructions and activated public buildings. Parramatta Open lets you dive into the evolution and development of the city.
View all participating buildings
Parramatta Open is the next instalment of MOH’s expanding architecture and design program, taking the much-loved Sydney Open format beyond the Sydney CBD and inviting you into buildings of architectural significance across NSW.
Book here.
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Engineering Heritage Conference 2026 | 11-12 November 2026
Engineering heritage helps us understand where we’ve come from and informs how we design for the future. The Australasian Engineering Heritage Conference (AEHC 2026) is the flagship biennial event of Engineering Heritage Australia. It brings together engineers, architects, historians and heritage specialists from across Australia, New Zealand and overseas.
Under the theme Taking a holistic approach to engineering heritage – past, present and future, the 2026 conference explores heritage engineering practice alongside the recognition and celebration of our shared engineering legacy.
Join the conversation shaping how we conserve, adapt and extend the life of the infrastructure that defines our communities.
Grounded in practical expertise and real-world application, AEHC 2026 offers:
- insight into digital and contemporary techniques for heritage investigations
- strategies to strengthen and extend the life of ageing structures
- discussion on adaptive reuse, embodied energy and sustainable conservation outcomes
- perspectives on integrating tangible and intangible heritage
- policy, asset management and proactive maintenance approaches
- opportunities to connect with peers, contributors and leaders in the discipline.
For further information and to register: Australasian Engineering Heritage Conference 2026 | Engineers Australia
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PUBLICATIONS / SURVEYS
NEW Rock Art: The Changing Landscape of Conservation and Management | Edited by Neville Agnew, Janette Deacon, and Tom McClintock
This richly illustrated volume is the first interdisciplinary anthology to focus on the conservation and management of rock art sites. Its 133 readings survey the arc of published writings on the subject, ranging from early academic theories and oral narratives of Traditional peoples to an abundant selection of recent scholarship covering current best practices and advances in portable instrumentation that can be used in the field. Initial sections probe the origins and significance of these often-enigmatic forms, then survey scientific and technological methods of dating, monitoring, and documenting them. Subsequent readings discuss rock art’s physical characteristics and weathering, its importance to Indigenous communities, the decolonization of site management, the role of governments, the value of public outreach, and climate change. The volume closes with a selection of case studies drawn from major sites worldwide.
Available to purchase via the Getty online store
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NEW Worldwide Research Inquiry | Working Historic Cistern Beneath a House
My name is Glendon Lambert, and I am researching a historic feature at the Porter House in Dumas, Arkansas, USA.
The house contains an original brick cistern beneath the dining room. The cistern has been preserved, is visible through a glass floor opening, and now operates as a non-potable interpretive water feature: water is recirculated into it through the house’s original inlet or spout so visitors can see and hear the historic water system in operation.
I am trying to determine whether a genuinely comparable example is known. Are you aware of any historic house, house museum, bed-and-breakfast, vacation rental, or privately owned historic residence—anywhere in the world—that has:
- an original cistern located beneath the house;
- the cistern visible or accessible to visitors; and
- water actively entering through the original inlet, spout, downpipe, or related historic conveyance as an operating interpretive feature?
If so, please share the property’s name, location, contact information, and any documentation or photographs you know of. Near matches are also useful, including cisterns in a yard, cellar, courtyard, or museum setting.
If you are not aware of a comparable property, I would also value your professional view on whether this combination appears unusually rare. I am not seeking to claim that the Porter House is “the only one” without evidence; the goal is to document the feature carefully and accurately.
Please feel free to forward this inquiry to curators, architectural historians, building archaeologists, water-history specialists, house-museum networks, or preservation professionals who may have relevant knowledge.
Thank you for your assistance.
Glendon Lambert
The Porter House
Dumas, Arkansas, USA
glendonlambert48@gmail.com
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Delivering Clean Power: Commercial Renewable Energy Development and the Historic Environment | Historic England Advice Note
This Historic England Advice Note (HEAN) provides practical advice on how commercial renewable energy developments can effectively consider and manage impacts on heritage assets and support timely, informed decision-making. It is written for all of those involved in commercial renewable energy development, helping them to efficiently and effectively consider heritage issues.
Access the advice note here.
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SITUATIONS VACANT
NEW GBA Heritage | Senior Heritage Consultant | Sydney | Applications assessed on submission
Are you looking for an opportunity to expand your career as an experienced heritage professional? Join our well-established, highly regarded and forward-looking heritage practice with a varied and dynamic portfolio of interesting, challenging and award-winning projects. GBA Heritage is a medium sized, Sydney CBD-based, heritage consultancy practice. You will join a diverse team of highly qualified heritage staff, gaining responsibility for your personal stewardship of projects, from commissioning to completion, in a collaborative setting.
Our multi-disciplinary team provides extensive services across the full range of the heritage consultancy services, as confirmed on www.gbaheritage.com.
Applicants for this position will have:
• Architectural and Heritage qualification/s in the Australian context
• Minimum three to five years’ experience in Australian heritage practice
• Skills in liaison and negotiation to facilitate positive heritage outcomes
• Demonstrated historical research skills
• Demonstrated ability to prepare heritage documentation
• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and balance priorities Desirable, but not essential:
• Post-graduate qualifications in relevant conservation fields
• Australia ICOMOS membership
• Registration as an architect
This position is full time, with some allowance for working from home. A salary based on qualifications and experience will be negotiated. To apply, please email a resume and a cover letter addressed to GBA Heritage, to: gbamain@gbaheritage.com. The position remains available until filled.
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OCP Architects | Project Architect – Heritage Conservation | Sydney | Applications assessed on submission
OCP Architects is seeking an experienced Project Architect to join our growing heritage conservation practice.
We are looking for a motivated architect with a strong heritage background who is passionate about conservation and enjoys managing projects from inception through to completion. This role requires someone who can take ownership of multiple projects, work closely with clients and consultants, and contribute to the day-to-day management of the practice.
The Role
Working directly with the directors, you will be responsible for:
- Managing heritage conservation, restoration, and adaptive reuse projects across all project stages.
- Coordinating clients, consultants, contractors, and approval authorities.
- Preparing and coordinating architectural documentation and contract administration.
- Undertaking site inspections, preparing reports, and responding to site-related issues.
- Monitoring project programmes, budgets, and project performance.
- Assist in the commercial management of projects, including fee proposals, invoicing, project forecasting, and resource planning.
- Mentoring junior staff and contributing to the efficient operation of the practice.
- Maintaining the high level of technical and conservation quality expected of OCP Architects.
About You
You will ideally have:
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EMM | Archaeologist/Senior Archaeologist – Aboriginal Heritage | Sydney | applications assessed on submission
What You Will Bring to Have Impact
- A relevant tertiary degree in Archaeology.
- A minimum of 4–8 years’ archaeological consulting experience in Aboriginal heritage management, with a strong balance of both fieldwork and reporting skills.
- A passion for mentoring and developing successful teams, and/or collaborating with early-career archaeologists.
- Exceptional reporting and quality assurance skills, underpinned by robust knowledge of New South Wales heritage legislation.
- A current unrestricted driver’s licence.
- A current Construction Industry Safety Induction (White Card)
Our goal is to build a team of EMMers that reflects the world around us—and we want EMMers to stay and grow. As part of our efforts to build an EMM for everyone, we embed diversity, equity and inclusion into our work and aim to cultivate a sense of belonging throughout the company.
We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds regardless of race, colour, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.
If you meet the requirement of this position, please submit your application via email to careers@emmconsulting.com.au
confirming your preferred work location and quoting reference: (Ref: R320) in subject line.
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AECOM | Senior Heritage Specialist | Fortitude Valley QLD | Applications assessed on submission
AECOM’s environmental practice is dedicated to helping industries, clients and governments meet their environmental responsibilities while protecting the natural environment. We provide advisory and technical services to ensure compliance, manage impacts, and reduce risks, including obtaining permits and approvals, decommissioning and restoring contaminated sites, and tackling climate change challenges and resilience. We focus on preserving habitats, water quality, stakeholder engagement and cultural resources, promoting a holistic approach to environmental impact management at every project stage.
Join our team of dedicated heritage specialists with exciting pipeline of projects presenting an opportunity for an experienced Heritage Professional to advance into a dynamic project role as part of our Queensland team. This role will see you join a team of heritage specialists based in Brisbane with experience in both Aboriginal and historical heritage. We offer our clients expertise in heritage management, impact assessments, excavation/salvage and consultation.
For further information or to apply, follow this link.
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