1. Watermarks, Water’s Heritage conference – Registration Brochure now online

2. International Scientific Committee on Twentieth Century Heritage: “The Madrid Document”

3. New IPPHA professional development course

4. Cultural Heritage Centre for Asia and the Pacific – Cultural Heritage Seminar Series, August – November 2011

5. 17th ICOMOS General Assembly and Scientific Symposium – registration reminder

6. Churchill Fellowships Seminar

7. ICOMOS Thailand International Conference 2011 – registration now open

8. Port Arthur’s Ticket of Leave E-Newsletter available online

9. Heritage, Cultural Tourism and Sustainable Development symposium – call for proposals

10. International Conference on Preventive Conservation of Architectural Heritage

11. “Nature, Creativity and Production at the time of Art Nouveau” symposium – call for papers

12. Tours of the Mandeville Hall Mansion

13. Cathedrals of Industry: A photographic exhibition

14. Link to Heritage Tasmania’s E-newsletter

15. News from ICCROM

16. SITUATION VACANT Senior Archaeologist (Aboriginal), Godden Mackay Logan

17. SITUATION VACANT Chief Executive Officer, Museum of Chinese Australian History

18. SITUATION VACANT Heritage Consultant, Research Assistant, RBA Architects and Conservation Consultants Pty Ltd

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1. Watermarks, Water’s Heritage conference – Registration Brochure now online

The detailed Watermarks 2011 Registration Brochure is now available on-line. It contains information about speakers, their papers and snapshots, a program for the conference and it includes associated social and professional events. Members are encouraged to check and download it.

The Australia ICOMOS Annual General Meeting will be held aboard the Polly Woodside, Duke and Orr’s Dock, Southbank at 5.00 pm on Thursday 27 October 2011.

Please note that early bird registration closes on Thursday 8 September. For more details, visit the Registration page of the conference website.

Registration can be paid by credit/debit card as well as by cheque.

Conference fees (GST inclusive) are as follows:

* Please note: “Member” rates apply to financial members of both ICOMOS and the National Trusts of Australia.

Further information about the conference can be found at the Watermarks, Water’s Heritage website.

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2. International Scientific Committee on Twentieth Century Heritage: “The Madrid Document”

In June, the ICOMOS International Scientific Committee on Twentieth Century Heritage – ISC20C met with the Architecture faculty of ETSAM University in Madrid to discuss the need for the development of the “Intervention Principles for 20th Century Architectural Heritage”. It was a very lively debate, with a wide range of international perspectives, some very needful of such a text for consent authorities, others referring to existing charters as adequate. The engagement of students from the University in the meetings and the professors as lecturers was very fruitful The conclusions of the meeting and associated conference were expressed in “The Madrid Document”.

Click the link to read The Madrid Document – Final

It’s part of the development by ISC20C of guidelines for the conservation of heritage sites of the twentieth century during 2011–2012. The Madrid Document focuses on the subject of guiding intervention and change for places of the Twentieth Century Architectural Heritage “. While it specifically applies to architectural heritage in all its forms, many of its concepts may equally apply to other types of twentieth-century heritage. The Madrid Document recognises existing heritage conservation documents[i], and also identifies many of the issues specifically involved in the conservation of architectural heritage.

All comments would be most welcome, it will be discussed again at the ISC20C next meeting in November at the GA in Paris.

Look forward to hearing from you all.

Sheridan Burke
President, ICOMOS ISC20C
Email Sheridan

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3. New IPPHA professional development course

The Institute for Professional Practice in Heritage & the Arts (IPPHA) is pleased to announce a new professional development course to be run in Canberra on Wednesday 28 and Thursday 29 September, 2011:

Layout, Lighting and Labels: Designing and Delivering a Small Exhibition

A two-day skills development workshop providing a comprehensive overview of how to plan, design, install and market a small-scale exhibition

Click on the links below for further details.

• Layout lighting and labels flyer
• Expression of interest – Layout lighting and labels

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4. Cultural Heritage Centre for Asia and the Pacific – Cultural Heritage Seminar Series, August – November 2011

The Cultural Heritage Centre for Asia and the Pacific is pleased to announce a new seminar series to be held at DeakinPrime, in the city on the last Wednesday of every month.

Location

DeakinPrime
Deakin University Melbourne City Centre
Meeting Room 2
Level 3, 550 Bourke St
Melbourne VIC 3000
Australia

Date & Time

Last Wednesday of every month, from 5.30 to 6.30pm

Program

31 August 2011, 5.30 – 6.30 pm
Presenter: Liza Dale-Hallett, Senior Curator for Sustainability, Museum of Victoria
Title: Sites of Trauma – Contemporary Collecting and Natural Disaster

28 September 2011, 5.30 – 6.30 pm
Presenter: Dr Linda Young, Cultural Heritage Centre for Asia and the Pacific
Title: National style at home? A history of vernacular and high styles in house museums

26 October 2011, 5.30 – 6.30 pm
Presenter: Prof. Christoph Antons, School of Law, Deakin University
Title: At the crossroads: The Legal Protection of Traditional Cultural Expressions and Cultural Heritage in Asia

30 November 2011, 5.30 – 6.30 pm
Presenters: Professor William Logan and A/Prof. Andrea Witcomb, Cultural Heritage Centre for Asia and the Pacific
Title: Long Tan, Vietnam: memorialisation and atonement

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5. 17th ICOMOS General Assembly and Scientific Symposium – registration reminder

17th ICOMOS General Assembly and Scientific Symposium
‘Heritage, driver of development’
27 November – 2 December 2011
Paris, France

Register on-line

Deadline – early bird registration: 27 August 2011

Deadline – post-tour reservations: 27 September 2011

The most important triennial gathering of ICOMOS will take place from 27 November to 2 December 2011 for the first time in Paris at UNESCO headquarters.

The General Assembly (GA) is accompanied by a Scientific Symposium on the theme “Heritage: Driver of Development”. Both events are open to ICOMOS members and non-members alike.

Visit the GA website to consult the full program, register on-line and obtain information on negotiated hotel rates and the 9 post-tours to World Heritage cities in France on offer.

We advise you to book accommodation early to benefit of the widest choice and best rates.

The General Assembly is the occasion where ICOMOS debates its strategy and program for the coming three years, adopts important resolutions, elects its next board, appoints its Honorary Members and awards the Gazzola Prize – the organization’s highest distinction.

The program include a special evening event for young professionals and universities, a forum where the ICOMOS International Scientific Committees will present their activities to participants and an event to allow participants to exchange with colleagues from their region.

Evening receptions are planned among other at the Cité de l’architecture and His Highness the Aga Khan makes us the honour of welcoming the ICOMOS membership at the Domaine de Chantilly, owned by the Institut de France, for a private visit.

Cheap flights currently on offer from Cathay Pacific

Cathay Pacific is offering flights to Europe/UK from AUD$1786.00. Click here for more information.

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6. Churchill Fellowships Seminar

The Heritage Branch, Department of Environment and Resource Management, will host a seminar for professionals and tradespeople working in the heritage and environment sectors who may be interested in applying for a Churchill Fellowship.

Churchill Trust and Churchill Fellowships

The Churchill Trust was established in 1965 to honour the memory of Sir Winston Churchill by awarding overseas research Fellowships known as ‘Churchill Fellowships’.

The aim of the Churchill Trust is to give opportunity, by the provision of financial support, to enable Australians from all walks of life who desire to further their search for excellence overseas.

Since its inception The Churchill Trust has awarded Churchill Fellowships to over 3,400 Australians. There are no prescribed qualifications, academic or otherwise, for the award of most Churchill Fellowships. Merit is the primary test, whether based on past achievements or demonstrated ability for future achievement in any walk of life.

Benefit to Australia is a significant factor. Churchill Fellowships allow you to design your own research project, travel the world and further your knowledge in your chosen field, before returning to make a real contribution to Australian society.

Churchill Fellowships have been awarded in just about every field imaginable.

To be eligible for a Churchill Fellowship, you must be an Australian citizen aged over 18 years, have a passion for your chosen field and a desire to conduct research overseas, and would like to benefit Australia by sharing your knowledge and experience.

More information, including a listing of previous recipients, is available on the Churchill Trust website.

Seminar

The seminar will provide an opportunity for those considering making application for a Churchill Fellowship to hear about the experiences of a number of recent Fellows. The seminar will be of particular interest to both professionals and tradespeople working in the heritage and environment sectors.

When: 1.30-3.30pm Friday 9 September 2011
Where: Wet Tropics Room, Level 3, 400 George St, Brisbane

Tea and coffee will be provided.

To register for this free event, please email Queensland Heritage.

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7. ICOMOS Thailand International Conference 2011 – registration now open

ICOMOS Thailand International Conference 2011
Phuket Merlin Hotel, Phuket Town, Thailand
15-17 October 2011

Registration Deadline: 16 September 2011

For further details, click on the links below.

• ICOMOS Thailand 2011 Conference – Information and Tentative Program
• ICOMOS Thailand 2011 Conference – Registration Form
• Malacca Post-Conference Trip – Information
• Malacca Post-Conference Trip – Registration Form

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8. Port Arthur’s Ticket of Leave E-Newsletter available online

To read the latest news from Port Arthur, click here.

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9. Heritage, Cultural Tourism and Sustainable Development symposium – call for proposals

Heritage, Cultural Tourism and Sustainable Development in Haiti: Challenges and Prospects
Hôtel Karibe, Port-au-Prince, Haiti
November 10-13, 2011

International symposium jointly organized by the State University of Haiti and Laval University, (Quebec City, Canada) under the auspices of the Honourable Michaëlle Jean, ex-Governor General of Canada and Special Envoy of UNESCO for Haiti.

DEADLINE FOR PROPOSALS: 30 August 2011 – click on the link below for further information.

• Heritage, Cultural Tourism and Sustainable Development symposium – call for proposals

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10. International Conference on Preventive Conservation of Architectural Heritage

International Conference on Preventive Conservation of Architectural Heritage
29-30 October 2011
Nanjing, China

The challenge identified in the conservation field today is about assuring heritage preservation through preventive conservation, maintenance and monitoring based strategies. Timely identification and correction of defects can prevent major consequential damage, which may lead to  heavy investments in order to bring the listed or valuable non listed building back into a good state of repair. Monitoring systems allow public  authorities, owners and site managers to ascertain that maintenance is carried out on a regular basis and that the budgets are spent effectively at  the long run, also after restoration. When regular maintenance is carried out the preservation of historic buildings will be more cost effective at the long run. As a result of systematic collection of information during the regular inspections (monitoring of the state of repair) it becomes possible to compare and monitor the state of preservation of the cultural heritage “stock”. Collected statistic data can also be used as a management tool as well as for research.

As the annual symposium of the UNESCO Chair on Preventive Conservation, Monitoring, Maintenance of Monuments and Sites, this conference is held by the Key Laboratory of Urban and Architectural Heritage Conservation at Southeast University (China), in cooperation with UNESCO Asia-Pacific World Heritage Training and Research Sub-center in Suzhou(China), The Raymond Lemaire International Centre for Conservation (RLICC) at the K.U.Leuven (Belgium) and Monumentenwacht Vlaanderen vzw (Belgium).

Conference themes

1. the history and framework of preventive conservation
2. the applicable technologies and successful practices of preventive conservation, monitoring and maintenance of architectural heritage
3. the social aspects of preventive conservation of architectural heritage: public participation, social and economic policies, management
4. the traditional maintenance system of architectural heritage in Asia-pacific area
5. disaster prevention for architectural heritage

Contact

WU Meiping, LI Xinjian
Assistant Project Manager

The School of Architecture
Southeast University
Sipailou 2#
Nanjing, China

Tel: +86 25 83792378
Fax: +86 25 83792029

Email: 230069011@seu.edu.cn, lxjtx@sina.com

Deadlines

Abstract deadline: 30 August 2011 (abstracts less than 300 words)

Poster and Paper deadline: 30 September 2011

Registration deadline: 15 October 2011

For the detailed information about this conference, please check the news on the PRECOMOS ** website.

** PRECOMOS – Preventative Conservation Maintenance and Monitoring of Monuments and Sites

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11. “Nature, Creativity and Production at the time of Art Nouveau” symposium – call for papers

HISTORICAL LAB 3
“Nature, Creativity and Production at the time of Art Nouveau”
19 November 2011
Milano (Italy)

CALL FOR PAPERS DEADLINE: 30 September 2011

The Réseau Art Nouveau Network, in the framework of the project Art Nouveau & Ecology supported by the programme Culture 2007-2013 of the European Commission, organises a one-day symposium on 19 November 2011 on “Nature, Creativity and Production at the time of Art Nouveau”.

This theme covers creativity, analysis of the manufacturing process and production as well as the constant contact with nature as an example or inspiration. This theme can also study the teaching, the learning and the establishment of new types of workshops and factories.

For further information on the Call for Papers , click on the link below.

• Nature, Creativity and Production at the time of Art Nouveau – call for papers

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12. Tours of the Mandeville Hall Mansion

Loreto Mandeville Hall Toorak is opening the front door of the mansion Mandeville Hall for guided tours by Architectural Historian Steve Stefanopoulos. Come and experience the lavish interiors and learn about the history and architecture of one of Melbourne’s most significant nineteenth century mansions.

Tours will commence promptly at 2.15pm with the front door opening for registrations from 2.00pm. Afternoon tea will be served in the exquisite Reception and Drawing Rooms at the conclusion of the tours.

Dates & Time: Sunday 18 September & Sunday 23 October 2011 from 2.00pm to 4.00pm

Cost: $50.00 per person. No bookings on the day as numbers are strictly limited.

Please note that there are a number of steps in and around the mansion therefore ease of mobility is essential.

To book, please download the Mandeville Hall Tour Registration Form.

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13. Cathedrals of Industry: A photographic exhibition

Lloyd Shield
Cathedrals of Industry: A photographic exhibition
17 August – 23 September

Using cameras from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Lloyd Shield’s hand crafted images document relics of industry in the western suburbs of Melbourne. Through his lens, the dilapidated architecture of obsolete factories is transformed, taking on a timeless and mystical aspect of medieval spaces and monastic ruins.

This exhibition is showing at the Incinerator Gallery, Moonee Ponds.

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14. Link to Heritage Tasmania’s E-newsletter

To download the August 2011 issue of Heritage Tasmania’s E-newsletter, click here.

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15. News from ICCROM

To view the August 2011 news from ICCROM, click here.

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16. SITUATION VACANT Senior Archaeologist (Aboriginal), Godden Mackay Logan

Senior Archaeologist (Aboriginal)

Leading Australian heritage consultancy seeks Senior Archaeologist (Aboriginal)

• High-profile, multidisciplinary firm
• Wide range of projects across Australia
• Great career development opportunities

Leading Australian heritage consultancy Godden Mackay Logan (GML) is seeking to appoint a Senior Archaeologist (Aboriginal). This is a full-time position based in Sydney.

GML provides high level heritage advice on major development projects and undertakes benchmark projects for private and public sector clients. We offer innovative and responsible heritage consultancy and archaeology services of the highest quality. Our multi-disciplinary in-house consulting team has expertise in historical archaeology, Aboriginal archaeology, built heritage, conservation planning, industrial heritage and interpretation.

GML is seeking to employ a Senior Archaeologist with a degree in archaeology and at least 5 years experience in Aboriginal archaeology. The successful applicant will have demonstrated experience in managing archaeological fieldwork and survey projects, excellent working knowledge of relevant legislation and statutory requirements for Aboriginal projects and obtained permits and approvals under the NSW National Parks and Wildlife Act. The successful applicant will also have excellent writing skills, the ability to manage projects, and demonstrated experience preparing due diligence reports, archaeological assessments, research designs, management plans, heritage impact statements and post-excavation reports for Aboriginal sites. They will also have experience in community consultation and established relationships with Aboriginal communities. Importantly, the successful applicant will be able to work as part of a team, and work within time and budget constraints.

We have an exciting range of projects and offer opportunities for professional development and advancement. We also have a training and development program that encourages all employees to grow their skills and knowledge.

GML has established a new collaboration with Jo McDonald Cultural Heritage Management (JMcD CHM) to provide a broad range of Aboriginal heritage consulting services. The successful applicant will be part of the GML + JMcD CHM team.

Salary will be negotiable for the right person/people.

Our main office is located in inner Sydney. We also have a small office in Canberra and undertake work across Australia.

Godden Mackay Logan is an AS/NZL ISO 9001:2008 quality certified company.

For more information contact Anne Mackay on (02) 9319 4811.

Please send your application to Positions.

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17. SITUATION VACANT Chief Executive Officer, Museum of Chinese Australian History

Chief Executive Officer (CEO)
Museum of Chinese Australian History
Package $100,000

Following significant redevelopment of their building in the heart of Melbourne’s Chinatown, the Museum of Chinese Australian History are seeking an experienced and dynamic museum professional to lead the next stage of the Museum’s evolution.

With active support from their Trust and Executive Committee, the CEO will manage the program development and commercial development of the Museum within the parameters of their long term strategic plan. The CEO will also consolidate the Museum’s reputation as a valued, leading community museum.

Details of the post, and application procedure, are available by contacting Lucy Tan. Closing date for applications is Friday 9 September 2011.

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18. SITUATION VACANT Heritage Consultant, Research Assistant, RBA Architects and Conservation Consultants Pty Ltd

RBA Architects and Conservation Consultants Pty Ltd are seeking a heritage consultant/research assistant to join our team. RBA is a well established conservation architecture and heritage consultancy practice based in St Kilda. Please refer to our website : www.rbaarchitects.com.au.

The position of assistant to our architectural historian is full time and involves undertaking research, assisting in preparing statements of significance, heritage impact statements, conservation management plans, providing advice to building owners and authorities, and the like.

Ideally, you will have direct prior experience working for a similar practice or in the public sector, although this is not a prerequisite. Alternatively, you may be commencing your career. We are willing to provide training and professional development assistance to the right candidate.

Selection criteria

1. Prefer a degree in History, Architecture, Urban Design, Planning or equivalent
2. Demonstrated research, organisational and report writing skills
3. An understanding of heritage management principles.
4. Knowledge and experience in the planning and/or heritage conservation sector;
5. Demonstrated experience at assessing heritage significance and developing appropriate conservation management policies and strategies

Contact

Interested applicants please forward your CV by email in the first instance to RBA Architects.

If you wish to discuss the position please call either Roger Beeston (Director) or Anthony Hemingway (Historian) 03 9525 5666

Closing date for applications: Friday 2 September

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Cultural Heritage Centre for Asia and the Pacific
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