NEWS
Membership Fees for 2026-2027 are now due.
Please contact the secretariat office if you need any assistance with payment.
ICOMOS MEMBERS
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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Nominations for Honorary Membership
We now invite you to nominate one of your Australia ICOMOS colleagues for Honorary Membership, to be considered by the Executive Committee for this year. Members who have previously been nominated but not awarded with Honorary membership may be renominated.
Honorary Membership of Australia ICOMOS may be conferred by the Australia ICOMOS Executive Committee to honour an outstanding contribution made to, or on behalf of, Australia ICOMOS. It is intended that this will be a rare honour to be considered annually but not necessarily bestowed each year.
To nominate an Australia ICOMOS member for Honorary membership, please supply this information to the secretariat.
- Name of Nominee
- A comprehensive statement outlining the nominee’s outstanding contribution to Australia ICOMOS. Please note that this statement may become the basis of the information that is added to the Australia ICOMOS website if Honorary Membership is conferred on the individual you nominate.
Please submit your nomination by COB 02 October 2026. All nominations will be treated as confidential and will be made available to the Australia ICOMOS Secretariat and the small Selection Committee that will assess the nominations.
Please direct any queries to Alana Jennings, Australia ICOMOS Membership Secretary.
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CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS / GRANTS / NOMINATIONS / EOI
NEW Request for Proposals: Development of Indigenous Cultural Landscapes Guidance Document
The Forest Stewardship Council is a global not for profit standard-setting body that promotes environmentally, socially and economically responsible forest management. It is commissioning the development of a new guidance document with an associated case study to support forest managers in implementing important upcoming requirements for Indigenous Cultural Landscapes (ICLs) in the revised FSC Forest Stewardship Standard for Australia. Under the standard, certified forest managers will need to work with First Nations communities in and around their management units to identify ICLs under their management and develop measures to protect these through a Free, Prior and Informed Consent (FPIC) process with the affected communities.
Proposals to contribute to the development of this standard are invited and can be submitted by 21 October. Further information is available at this link: https://anz.fsc.org/newsfeed/request-for-proposals-development-of-indigenous-cultural-landscapes-guidance-document
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NEW The Australasian Society for Human Biology Conference | Call for papers | Submissions due 1 Nov 2026
Evolving Human Biology: New Perspectives in Research and Teaching in a Changing Digital Age
ASHB are currently accepting abstracts (250 word maximum) for papers in the following formats:
Standard conference presentations – 15 minutes, inclusive of 2-3 minutes for questions.
Lightning round presentations – one slide with a 3-minute presentation.
Panel session proposals (please email ashumanbio@gmail.com directly with panel proposals)
One of the greatest strengths of ASHB is the friendly, vibrant, and engaged community. Even though this year’s conference is being held online, we don’t want to miss the opportunity to connect in person. Conference hubs offer a chance for attendees to meet locally, watch sessions together, and enjoy the conference with members and attendees in their region.
If you are interested in hosting a conference hub, ASHB would love to hear from you. Please contact ashumanbio@gmail.com for more information.
Details of the 2026 ASHB Conference Hubs will be published on this page as they become available.
For any questions regarding the 2026 please email ashumanbio@gmail.com or for payment enquiries, please contact Dr Justyna Miszkiewicz j.miszkiewicz@uq.edu.au
Information about the conference can be found here.
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Australia ICOMOS Richard Mackay Scholarship | Applications Now Open
At its 2024 Annual General Meeting in Perth, Australia ICOMOS established a special higher degree research scholarship named in honour and recognition of the outstanding contribution to the success of the ICOMOS General Assembly 2023 made by Prof Richard Mackay, AM.
The Australia ICOMOS Richard Mackay Scholarship is an annual scholarship of $10,000 for research related expenses for an enrolled higher degree student with an approved research plan.
The student may be enrolled at any university in Australia, and their research will contribute to understanding and conserving heritage, broadly conceived.
Please find the detailed Terms and Conditions here.
How do I apply?
Your application should include:
- A CV that highlights your academic achievements.
- A 2-page summary of your approved research plan and outline of the proposed research activities that the scholarship would be used to support.
- A letter of support from your Primary Supervisor confirming that your research plan has been approved by your supervisor and/or graduate research office, as appropriate to the terms of your candidature.
- A detailed budget for the proposed research activities for up to AUD$10,000 including, for example, flights, accommodation, library/archive access fees, documentation fees, fieldwork costs etc,
- A 1-page personal statement that demonstrates the following:
the contribution of your research to the field of heritage studies, how the planned activities are essential to your research, and an interest in the work of Australia ICOMOS.
Applications are due by 5pm 19 October 2026. Please email your application as a single PDF attachment, Attention: Rebecca Davies, Secretariat Officer, Australia ICOMOS, with ‘Australia ICOMOS Richard Mackay Scholarship’ in the subject line. Email: austicomos@deakin.edu.au
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WORKSHOPS / COURSES / EVENTS / EXHIBITIONS
NEW Twentieth Century Heritage Society | ADMSA NSW | Art Deco Tour of Sydney CDB | 11 October 2026
Join C20th Heritage Society & ADMSA NSW for a 2 hour walk around Sydney CBD, led by their NSW events coordinator Michael Hauptman, looking at its heritage of beautiful buildings from the 1920s and ’30s, followed by a convivial lunch at the Paragon Hotel at Circular Quay (optional, self funded). Concentrating on the northern end of the city near Circular Quay, and including buildings such as the Maritime Services Building, Kyle House, Delfin House and the AWA Building. The walk is a shortened version of the very popular Art Deco walk that Michael has been conducting for the WEA for many years. Discover what Art Deco meant in the context of the dizzying changes that Sydney underwent in the 20s and 30s, from the Jazz Age to the Great Depression
This is the first of a number of joint events planned for the Art Deco & Modernism Society of Australia and the C20th Heritage Society of NSW and ACT, so a great opportunity to stretch your legs and chat with fellow Art Deco enthusiasts.
Meet outside the Circular Quay entrance to the Museum of Contemprary Art at The Rocks at 10am. Dress for the weather.
Bookings can be made here.
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NEW International Course on the Conservation of Modern Heritage (MAC) 2027 | Online and in-person in Los Angeles
Spring/Summer 2027; Online and in-person in Los Angeles
Applications open through October 19, 2026
The Conserving Modern Architecture Initiative (CMAI) of the Getty Conservation Institute (GCI) is now accepting applications for the next iteration of the International Course on the Conservation of Modern Heritage (MAC) for 2027.
Designed for mid-career heritage professionals from around the world, the course explores the broad range of contemporary issues involved in the conservation of modern heritage—from theoretical and methodological approaches to the technical aspects of materials conservation. Participants will learn from an international roster of well-established professionals and experts in the field, gaining diverse perspectives and practical insights into the challenges and opportunities of conserving modern heritage.
The course combines nine modules of online teaching (April 1 to June 17, 2027) with two weeks of in-person instruction in Los Angeles (July 11 to 24, 2027), providing participants with opportunities for both virtual learning and intensive, hands-on engagement.
Applications close on October 19, 2026. You can find more information on the course here
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NEW La Trobe University | Study Post Graduate Archaeology Webinar | 6 PM 27 October 2026
If you’re looking to pursue a rewarding career in the field of archaeology, La Trobe’s Graduate Certificate in Archaeology, Graduate Diploma & Master of Archaeology programs will prepare you for a career as a professional archaeologist, heritage manager or researcher.
You’ll develop specialist skills in contemporary archaeological practice and acquire comprehensive knowledge of Australian and Australian Indigenous archaeology.
You’ll learn from renowned researchers in La Trobe’s world-class facilities and benefit from both a hands-on and academic perspective.
Discover how our program can be tailored to meet your needs and gain insight into potential career paths. Listen to a presentation by archaeology academics to make an informed decision about your future.
Registration for the webinar can be found here.
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NEW Victoria University | Visitor Research Forum | State Library Victoria | 30 October 2026
Practitioners, researchers and industry partners are invited to come together to explore the future of visitor engagement, experience design and transformative learning.
As the visitor economy evolves, understanding how people connect, learn and grow through their experiences has never been more important. Showcasing new insights, emerging methodologies and sector‑shaping conversations we’ll share and learn to better design meaningful, impactful and memorable visitor experiences.
Program includes presentations exploring scent design, curated friction, exhibition lifecycles, audience connection, visitor centred decision making, transformative educational experiences, triangulation, heritage destinations and Australian visitor experiences at cultural heritage sites.
Free to attend. Registrations can be made here.
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AusHeritage Symposium – How Concepts of Identity Shape Heritage Practice | Webinar | 3-5pm AEDT 8 Oct 2026
Exploring how different concepts of identity – at a personal, group or national level – may affect what heritage we recognise and how we value, protect, promote, challenge or ignore it.
Presented by AusHeritage in partnership with Artlab Australia
Session one:
CONCEPTS OF IDENTITY
Dr Jilda Andrews, Director, First Nations, National Museum of Australia
Dr Yujie Zhu, Associate Professor, Centre for Heritage & Museum Studies, ANU
Dr Susan Marsden AM, Historian, Director, Marsden Szwarcbord Foundation
General Discussion and Q&A
Session two: Panel of 3 speakers
CHANGING HERITAGE PRACTICE
Dr Jonathan Kemp, Robert Cripps Institute for Cultural Conservation, University of Melbourne; AusHeritage member
Professor Keir Reeves OAM, Federation University; AusHeritage Director
Tharron Bloomfield, Māori Heritage Advisor, Heritage New Zealand
Pouhere Taonga
Registration is free & can be made here.
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ICAHM Conference in Oaxaca, Mexico | 9-13 November 2026
The ICOMOS-ICAHM Conference in Oaxaca, Mexico is fast approaching. The dedicated website has been updated and is now open for registrations (registration form is on the website – once you register, you will be sent details on how to pay your registration fees), and includes the schedule for registration fees. Abstract submission remains open until 15 September (abstract submission form is on the website).
We have also confirmed three keynote speakers, with a fourth to be confirmed shortly. We look forward to hearing keynote addresses from:
- José Luis Perea González (Technical Secretary, INAH, Mexico)
- Christopher Dore (President SAA)
- Teresa Patricio (ICOMOS President)
The website now also includes details on the pre-conference and post-conference tours. These all look amazing, and will be provided by a reputable local tour company, with expert guides. The costs for these tours are extra to the registration fees for the conference, and will need to be paid directly to the tour company. The information and contact details are on the conference website.
The website also includes a downloadable program for the conference. Please be aware that there are a couple of details that might still change, so please keep checking the website for the latest version. You will see that the conference program includes a great variety of events, including evening receptions and dinners, most of which are included in the conference registration fees. I for one am looking forward to the local Oaxacan cuisine.
Details for all of the above can be found on the website.
https://icahmicomos.wixsite.com/annualmeeting2026
Conference Program
Pre conference tours
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SITUATIONS VACANT
NEW Heritage Advisor | Hydro Tasmania | Hobart, Trevallyn | FT | Applications close 19 October 2026
While the preferred location for this role is nipaluna (Hobart), we welcome applications from across Tasmania. You’ll support the management of historic and Aboriginal cultural heritage across Hydro Tasmania’s diverse portfolio of renewable energy and water infrastructure located throughout the state. As Heritage Advisor, you’ll contribute to the Cultural Heritage Program through heritage projects, technical advice, and strategic initiatives. Working closely with stakeholders and specialist consultants, you’ll help protect, interpret, and manage heritage values while supporting project delivery and operational outcomes across the business.
Further information can be found here.
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NEW National Parks and Wildlife Advisory Council Recruitment | Applications Close 14 October 2026
The National Parks and Wildlife Service is inviting applications for positions on the National Parks and Wildlife Advisory Council to commence on 1 December 2026 for up to four years.
Applications are now open on the I work for NSW website.
Applications close at 11:55pm on 14 October 2026
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Conservation Manager | Port Arthur Historic Site Management Authority | Hobart TAS | Applications close 5 October 2026
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the conservation and management of one of Australia’s most significant World Heritage-listed historic sites, working alongside a team dedicated to preserving and sharing our convict heritage.
Manage capital and maintenance works relating to the conservation of historic fabric and structures and ensure that the cultural heritage values of the Port Arthur Historic Sites are maintained and protected.
Selection Criteria
- Specialist experience and knowledge at a senior level in the planning, documentation and implementation of capital and maintenance conservation projects, including the formulation and monitoring of program and budgets, particularly within the area of public buildings and sites.
- Demonstrated high level experience in the conservation of historical built fabric and places.
- Demonstrated thorough understanding of contemporary conservation principles and practices, especially the Australia ICOMOS Burra Charter 2013.
- Demonstrated understanding of current building construction standards, especially the National Construction Code.
- Proven experience in the management of a professional team requiring a high level of organisation, as well as trades and unskilled staff, external consultants and contractors.
- Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills with strong focus on internal and external liaison, consultation, negotiation, handling conflict, and delivery of public presentations.
For further information and to apply follow this link.
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Heritage Advisor (2 Roles) | Sydney Water | Paramatta | Applications close 4 October 2026
Support the business with clear and accurate technical advice on built heritage, archaeology and/or Aboriginal cultural heritage.
- Manage and conserve a diverse portfolio of operational heritage assets.
- Support business initiatives and project outcomes across the organisation.
- Permanent role based in Parramatta, with flexible work options.
- EA 13 (38 hours) $140,108.04 + super
We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic heritage professionals to join our growing team. We have two exciting Heritage Advisor positions in our Heritage Team and are looking for experienced heritage professionals to help manage Sydney Water’s legislative obligations for Aboriginal cultural heritage, built heritage, archaeology and moveable heritage.
Further information can be found here.
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