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Australia ICOMOS – Canberra Talk Series: Thursday 24 March
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Conservation and Display of Archaeological Sites and Artefacts – on-line survey
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International Day for Monuments and Sites event in NSW, Sunday 3 April
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Heritage Address 2011
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Longford Academy Course in Advanced Conservation Techniques, May 2011 at Woolmers and Brickendon Estates, Tasmania
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Architecture @ the Edge: International Conference of the Association of Architecture Schools of Australasia – call for abstracts
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Town of Vincent’s 2011 Building Design & Conservation Awards
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Inaugural ICOMOS Conference on Shared Built Heritage in Africa, Cape Town, 3 – 8 July 2011
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Blue Shield Statement on Libya
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Launch of Global Heritage Network (GHN)
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SITUATION VACANT Heritage Conservation Professional (Built Heritage), Godden Mackay Logan
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SITUATION VACANT Senior Built Heritage Specialist (Architectural Background), Godden Mackay Logan
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1. Australia ICOMOS – Canberra Talk Series: Thursday 24 March
Please note: this talk is different to the one previously advertised for 24 March
Airplanes, Trucks, Tyres and Shipwrecks: Australia’s Underwater Cultural Heritage
In 2009 the UNESCO 2001 Convention for the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage came into force. The Convention draft was based on work that ICOMOS 1996 Charter On The Protection And Management Of Underwater Cultural Heritage. Australia has along history of protecting and managing its underwater cultural heritage and is currently considering ratification of the Convention.
Dr Leah McKenzie is currently the Director Strategies, Information, in the Department of Sustainability, Environment, Water, Populations and Communities. She has been responsible for reviewing the Historic Shipwrecks Act 1976 and working with the States and Territories in considering whether Australia should ratify the Convention. She has worked in cultural heritage in Australia, Iraq, Syria and Jordan.
Members and the public are welcome: Refreshments will be available appropriate to the topic of the talk! This is part of a series of talks organised by Australia ICOMOS-Canberra.
Time & Date: 5.00-6.30 pm, Thursday 24 March 2010 – the talk will start at 5.30pm
Venue: Menzies Room, National Archives of Australia, East Block, Queen Victoria Terrace, Parkes (enter from Kings Avenue side)
RSVP: To Marilyn Truscott
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2. Conservation and Display of Archaeological Sites and Artefacts – on-line survey
The Donald Horne Institute for Cultural Heritage at the University of Canberra is undertaking research on the conservation and display of colonial (historical) archaeological sites in Australia and New Zealand. If you have visited any archaeological sites/displays in Australia or New Zealand please take a few minutes to complete our on line survey.
The survey should take about 10 minutes and is completely anonymous. Information gathered from the survey will be published and made available to heritage agencies and we hope will contribute to improved interpretation and management of archaeological sites.
If you need any further information please email Tracy Ireland.
Thanks very much for participating in and contributing to our research!
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3. International Day for Monuments and Sites event in NSW, Sunday 3 April
In recognition of the 2011 International Day for Monuments and Sites celebrating Heritage of Water (actual date 18 April), NSW members of Australia ICOMOS and their families are invited to an open day at Cataract Dam on Sunday 3rd April. The day will include a presentation from Sydney Catchment Authority Environmental Officers regarding the methodology and practicalities of conserving a working dam site; behind the scenes access of Cataract Manor and grounds (usually closed to the public) and tour of the dam wall.
Cataract Dam was completed in 1907 and is the first of four water supply dams (including Cordeaux, Avon and Nepean Dams) in the Metropolitan Catchment Area constructed between 1903 and 1936 to provide a secure water supply to satisfy the demands of industrial, commercial and residential development of metropolitan Sydney up to c.1960. Collectively these dams represent the largest major water supply scheme undertaken in New South Wales in the first half of the twentieth century, and are one of the major engineering feats undertaken in Australia at any time.
When: Sunday 3 April 2011. Cataract Dam is open to the public each day from 10am. Why not make a day of it and bring along a picnic lunch? There are barbeques and picnic tables available within the publicly accessibly areas of the dam. The formal part of the day will start at 1.30pm with presentations, access to Cataract Manor and dam wall tour. Afternoon tea and scones is included and will be available at Cataract Manor from 3.00pm.
Where: Cataract Dam, located approximately 84 kilometres drive south-west of Sydney, is accessed off the Appin-Bulli Road. From Sydney take the Hume Highway [F5] to the Campbelltown exit and follow the Appin Road south. At Appin, take the Bulli-Wollongong Road, and turn right to Cataract Dam where signposted.
Who: We welcome Australia ICOMOS members and their families, but RSVP IS ESSENTIAL, by email to Anita Krivickas, by COB Monday 28 March 2011 to finalise logistical arrangements and catering numbers.
Cost: $5 per person to cover catering.
Thank you to Sydney Catchment Authority for generously providing access to the site and in particular to Cataract Manor.
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4. Heritage Address 2011
‘Grand Designs Australia’ presenter Peter Maddison will be the keynote speaker at this year’s Heritage Address, which will also launch the Australian Heritage Week in Victoria.
The Heritage Address, hosted by the Heritage Council of Victoria, will be held on Wednesday 13 April from 6.00 pm at Treasury Theatre, Lower Plaza, 1 Macarthur St, Melbourne.
Peter will speak on “Iconography and what makes Good Design” asking himself some difficult questions about which architectural icons have influenced his past, his practice’s work and its approach to heritage projects. He will also reflect on some of his experiences with ‘Grand Designs Australia’, now filming Series 2.
See the 2011 Heritage Address flier for further information.
Bookings essential – email your RSVP to this address.
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5. Longford Academy Course in Advanced Conservation Techniques, May 2011 at Woolmers and Brickendon Estates, Tasmania
Second ‘Longford Academy’ (LA2) Course in Advanced Conservation Techniques
16–20 May 2011
Woolmers Estate, Tasmania
REGISTER NOW!
Applications are now invited for the second Longford Academy in Advanced Conservation Techniques to be held at the World Heritage inscribed Woolmers and Brickendon Estates in Northern Tasmania.
This year the collaborative learning model will be focused on the conservation challenges posed by significant buildings housing collections.
See the APT LA2 Short Course 2011 – Registration form for further information.
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6. Architecture @ the Edge: International Conference of the Association of Architecture Schools of Australasia – call for abstracts
Architecture @ the Edge – 2011 International Conference of the Association of Architecture Schools of Australasia
School of Architecture and Building
Deakin University Australia
18 – 20 September 2011
The 2011 conference aims to bring people together to bridge the interdisciplinary divide of academia and professionals in architecture, urban design, urban and regional planning, landscape architecture, urban ecology and other relevant disciplines. The conference will propagate key debates about thinking and practice in design, culture, social, landscape, built and managed environments and the peculiarity of architecture @ the Edge. The conference will also discuss how Australasian practice and research engages with and embraces the global changes in practice and research activities, while maintaining its cultural relevance and environmental adaptability.
Call for abstracts – key dates
30 April 2011 – Abstract submission deadline
10 May 2011 – Response to authors
30 June 2011 – Full paper submission deadline
15 July 2011 – Notification of the acceptance of the full paper
31 July 2011 – Revised paper submission deadline
For more information and submission of abstracts, please visit the conference website.
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7. Town of Vincent’s 2011 Building Design & Conservation Awards
Entry is now open for the 2011 Building Design & Conservation Awards.
The Town’s sustainability and ‘sense of place’ can be attributed to the buildings which are designed by architects, realised by builders and cared for by property owners and organisations. The Building Design and Conservation Awards are designed to recognise and celebrate the efforts of all those involved in the construction and conservation of Vincent’s buildings.
This year there are three award categories:
- Building Design Excellence Award
- Sustainable Design Award
- Conservation – Municipal Heritage Inventory Award
The Prizes
The following Prizes will be awarded in each category, and will be presented at an Ordinary Meeting of Council:
- First Prize – a Framed Certificate and $1500
- Second Prize – a Framed Certificate and $500
- Third Prize – a Framed Certificate and $250
Entries close 4.30pm Friday 29 April 2011.
For further information and/or for an application form, please contact Senior Strategic Planning Officer Susannah Kendall or Planning Officer (Strategic) Rachel Marie on (08) 9273 6531 / (08) 9273 6528 or via email.
Brochures/application forms are available for download from the Town of Vincent website (click on the following link for the Word version of the Building Design & Conservation Awards – Entry Form). Alternatively, brochures are available from the Administration & Civic Centre and Library & Local History Centre.
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8. Inaugural ICOMOS Conference on Shared Built Heritage in Africa, Cape Town, 3 – 8 July 2011
Inaugural ICOMOS Conference on Shared Built Heritage in Africa
Cape Town, South Africa
3 – 8 July 2011
The ICOMOS International Scientific Committee on Shared Built Heritage (ISC SBH) in association with ICOMOS South Africa, in collaboration with South African heritage organisations are organising the first International Scientific Conference on Shared Built Heritage in South Africa, regarding Shared Built Heritage in Africa.
The conference will take place in Cape Town, from 3 – 8 July 2011 and will include, amongst other events, site visits to significant heritage sites that best reflect the built heritage that South Africa shares with other countries and cultures. Similarly, sites that demonstrate some of the challenges and provide insight into innovative programmes that are geared towards achieving a more holistic approach in conservation management, will be discussed.
For further information, see the Inaugural ICOMOS Conference on Shared Built Heritage in Africa – call for papers.
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9. Blue Shield Statement on Libya
Click on the following link to read: Blue Shield Statement on Libya
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10. Launch of Global Heritage Network (GHN)
The Global Heritage Network (GHN), an initiative of the Global Heritage Fund, is an early warning and threat monitoring system for cultural heritage sites in the developing world.
For further information, visit the Global Heritage Fund website.
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11. SITUATION VACANT Heritage Conservation Professional (Built Heritage), Godden Mackay Logan
Heritage Conservation Professional
(Built Heritage)
- Australia’s leading multi-disciplinary heritage consulting firm
- A diverse range of high profile projects
- Opportunities for professional advancement and promotion
Heritage consulting firm Godden Mackay Logan (GML) is seeking a Research Assistant to join our built heritage team.
GML provides high level heritage advice on a diverse range of projects for both private and public clients. Our multi-disciplinary in-house team has expertise in built heritage, conservation planning, archaeology, indigenous heritage and interpretation, as well as in due diligence and Land and Environment Court matters. GML is the heritage consultant of choice for many of Australia’s most important government and private organizations engaged with the management and development of heritage assets. Our unique position within the industry means that GML consulting staff have the opportunity to work on some of the most interesting heritage conservation projects across Australia. We are also increasingly engaged in international conservation projects.
We are looking for a dynamic person who is at an early stage in developing their career in the heritage conservation field. Essential criteria for the role would include a degree or equivalent in architecture or planning (with heritage focus), and we would favourably consider someone who is currently or intending to undertake further study towards a Master of Heritage Conservation or similar. You will need to have excellent writing and general research skills. Importantly, you will need to have the ability to take on a wide variety of tasks, and the determination to develop your skills and knowledge in heritage consulting.
We offer an exciting range of projects, and professional development and advancement opportunities, including a training and development program that encourages all staff to expand their skills and knowledge.
GML has a friendly, supportive and flexible working environment with a strong team culture. You will work alongside colleagues who are leading experts in their fields.
This is a full time position based in our main office in inner Sydney. We also have an office in Canberra. An attractive salary package and conditions will be negotiated with the successful candidate, who will also have the opportunity for advancement within the firm.
GML is an AS/NZL ISO 9001:2008 quality certified company.
For more information please contact Geoff Ashley, Senior Associate, on (02) 9319 4811. Please email your application to Positions by Friday 1 April. GML website.
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12. SITUATION VACANT Senior Built Heritage Specialist (Architectural Background), Godden Mackay Logan
Senior Built Heritage Specialist
(Architectural Background)
- Australia’s leading multi-disciplinary heritage consulting firm
- A diverse range of high profile projects
- Opportunities for professional advancement and promotion
Heritage consulting firm Godden Mackay Logan (GML) is seeking a senior built heritage specialist to join our team.
GML provides high level heritage advice on a diverse range of projects for both private and public clients. Our multi-disciplinary in-house team has expertise in built heritage, conservation planning, archaeology, indigenous heritage and interpretation, as well as in due diligence and Land and Environment Court matters. GML is the heritage consultant of choice for many of Australia’s most important government and private organizations engaged with the management and development of heritage assets. Our unique position within the industry means that GML consulting staff have the opportunity to work on some of the most interesting heritage conservation projects across Australia. We are also increasingly engaged in international conservation projects.
We are looking for a dynamic person, ideally with an architectural background and 10+ years experience in the heritage conservation field. Essential skills include writing concise and comprehensive reports, providing heritage and conservation advice to private and public clients, and preparing heritage assessments, conservation management plans and heritage impact statements. Experience in working on large projects in multidisciplinary teams would be an advantage, as would membership of Australia ICOMOS.
We could also consider applications from built heritage specialists who are at an earlier stage in their career development, and are interested in enhancing their skills within the stimulating GML work environment.
GML has a friendly, supportive and flexible working environment with a strong team culture. You will work alongside colleagues who are leading experts in their fields.
This is a full time position based in our main office in inner Sydney. We also have an office in Canberra. An attractive salary package and conditions will be negotiated with the successful candidate, who will also have the opportunity for advancement within the firm and to contribute to its strategic development at the senior management level.
GML is an AS/NZL ISO 9001:2008 quality certified company.
For more information please contact Peter Romey, Partner, on (02) 9319 4811. Please email your application to Positions by Friday 25 March. GML website.
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