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Australia ICOMOS Executive Committee meets with Dr Carmen Lawrence
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Winner of the 2014 Sharon Sullivan National Heritage award announced
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Review of Queensland Heritage Act 1992 – Discussion Paper available online
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EOIs requested to attend a focus group on the drivers of built heritage management in Australia
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Invitation – Launch of the Visitor’s Guide to Monterey Fibro Moderne, Sydney
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Parliament gives Green Army the green light – The Greg Hunt MP media release
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The Victorian Government releases Plan Melbourne, 19 May 2014
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2014 ACT National Trust Heritage Awards
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5th EUROMED 2014: Progress in Cultural Heritage e-Documentation, Preservation and Protection – call for papers
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Heritage Council of WA’s eNewsletter out now
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Economic benefits of UNESCO World Heritage site status – talk, 11 June, Hawke Centre (Uni SA)
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Royal Botanic Garden & Domain Master Plan released for public consultation, deadline 31 May 2014
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“This Place Matters” heritage tool
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18th ICOMOS General Assembly – information from ICOMOS Italy
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ACT and Region Annual Australian Heritage Partnership Symposium 2014 – registration open
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19th International Conference on CHNT – call for papers, posters and videos: DEADLINE EXTENDED
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ICOM-CC 17th Triennial Conference, Melbourne – Group & Poster Sessions announced
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News from Sydney Living Museums
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National Archaeology Week, 18-25 May 2014
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The Johnston Collection – What’s On
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ICOMOS Thailand conference: “Historic Urban Landscapes and Heritage” – 30 May deadline for abstract submission
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Cambridge Heritage Research bulletin available
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Australia ICOMOS / DOCOMOMO Sydney Talk Series, 3 July
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SITUATIONS VACANT Manager, Heritage Places Team & Senior Specialist (Interpretation), Heritage Places Team (2 Positions), GML Heritage, Sydney
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SITUATION VACANT Director, Ecole du Patrimoine Africain (EPA)
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SITUATION VACANT Senior Manager, Policy and Strategy, Office of Environment and Heritage (NSW)
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1. Australia ICOMOS Executive Committee meets with Dr Carmen Lawrence
Australia ICOMOS Executive Committee (EC) meets with Dr Carmen Lawrence, chairman, Australian Heritage Council (AHC) last weekend
At our recent EC meeting in Perth (17 – 18 May), we were delighted to meet with Dr Lawrence, and discuss with her the ways in which ICOMOS might be able to assist and collaborate more closely with the activities of the Australia Heritage Council. We were also pleased to discuss with Tom Perrigo, CEO of the WA National Trust, the current activities of the Trust and the ways that ICOMOS might also liaise more closely with various National Trust state and territory bodies, particularly Western Australia. It was explained by Dr Lawrence, that the current focus of the AHC is in monitoring of currently listed National Heritage Sites, ensuring that the integrated national and cultural values were fully articulated in current listings, and promotion of indigenous heritage sites. The need for the Government to ratify proposed listings which already had their values confirmed by the AHC was emphasised. The idea of a national heritage alliance which facilitates closer collaboration between all heritage NGOs to provide coordinated resources and leadership was discussed, a different focus to the existing heritage chairs and officials. We will keep members informed of any further developments and wish to express our appreciation for the time spent by Dr Lawrence and Tom Perrigo with the EC.
Elizabeth Vines OAM
President, Australia ICOMOS
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2. Winner of the 2014 Sharon Sullivan National Heritage award announced
Australian Heritage Council today announced this year’s recipient of the Sharon Sullivan National Heritage Award.
Council Chair, Professor Carmen Lawrence said the award recognises an individual’s outstanding and long term contribution to Australia’s national heritage in the natural, indigenous or historic environment.
“It gives me great pleasure to announce that the 2014 recipient of the Australian Heritage Council’s Sharon Sullivan National Heritage award is Archaeologist David Johnston for his outstanding contribution to the Australian Indigenous heritage environment and his continued influence on practice.
“When David graduated with Honours from university in 1989 he was one of the first Indigenous Australians qualified to work as an archaeologist.
“Following a remarkable academic career that took him to the United Kingdom and work with the British Museum, David has made an exceptional contribution to the research, management and protection of our Indigenous heritage,” Professor Lawrence said.
Dave Johnston is the current Director of Aboriginal Archaeologists Australia and Chairman of the Australian Indigenous Archaeologists’ Association.
He is a member of the Commonwealth Governments’ Indigenous Advisory Committee that deals with advice relating to the EPBC Act and a member of the AIATSIS Research Ethics Committee and the Canberra Museum and Gallery Advisory Committee.
“David has made important contributions to the development of the field Indigenous archaeology and its development at Australian universities as well as working to ensure an Indigenous perspective in the study of Australian archaeology.
“David’s contributions have been internationally recognized. He was actively involved in the development and adoption of a code of ethics for the World Archaeological Congress and also drove the adoption of a code of ethics by the Australian Archaeological Association. He was instrumental in the development of the Australian Government’s guidelines for Indigenous heritage.
“I am delighted that David Johnston is the first Indigenous recipient of the Council’s Sharon Sullivan National Heritage Award and I speak for all Council members when I say David is a worthy holder of the award and that we look forward to his future contributions to our Indigenous heritage,” Professor Lawrence said.
The Sharon Sullivan National Heritage award
The Sharon Sullivan National Heritage award was created by the Australian Heritage Council to not only recognises individuals’ outstanding and long term contribution to Australia’s national heritage in the natural, indigenous or historic environment but to commemorate the remarkable contribution of retired Australian Heritage Council member Adjunct Professor Sharon Sullivan.
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3. Review of Queensland Heritage Act 1992 – Discussion Paper available online
The Queensland Government Department of Environment and Heritage Protection is seeking feedback on a discussion paper Our heritage: A collaborative effort – a review of the Queensland Heritage Act 1992.
The paper and submission form are available at Our heritage: a collaborative effort.
The discussion paper proposes changes to Queensland Heritage Act which aim to:
- modernise the Heritage Act and clarify its intent
- reduce unnecessary regulatory burden, particularly on heritage property owners and proponents
- strengthen legislative protections for Queensland’s heritage places, while also promoting development
- reinforce the important role played by local government in local heritage protection
Consultation closes 20 June 2014.
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4. EOIs requested to attend a focus group on the drivers of built heritage management in Australia
Johari Amar is a PHD student in the Faculty of Society and Design at Bond University. Johari is holding a focus group with around 8 stakeholders to assist his research at the State Library of NSW in late July 2014 (date to be confirmed). Johari is looking for a range heritage professionals to express an interest in attending the focus group session of about 90 minutes duration. An explanatory statement from Bond University is attached.
Please contact Johari by email if you would like to attend or if you require further information.
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5. Invitation – Launch of the Visitor’s Guide to Monterey Fibro Moderne, Sydney
Launch of the Visitor’s Guide to Monterey Fibro Moderne
Mid 20th century housing in Monterey NSW
Fast disappearing, the modest fibro houses of the early 20th century bay side suburb of Monterey show ingenuity and an eye to the architectural fashions of the time. Identified in a 1990 heritage study as “Fibro Moderne” these houses used the modernist idiom as a source book for ideas. According to Charles Pickett fibro houses are perhaps our most distinctive expression of domestic architecture. Driven by the inter-war austerity measures fibro was a material that embraced versatility and simplicity and enabled people to own their own home. Monterey fibro is distinctive because it also embraced modernity. The houses are an extraordinary collection of unique dwellings that are consistent in their use of materials and application of the Moderne style. Located in the California themed suburb of Monterey, with street names like Hollywood and Pasadena, these houses demonstrate the marketability of modern design in a rare show of conformity between professional and public taste in domestic design. Now vulnerable due to their modest size and the safety issues associated with asbestos, the project aims to raise public appreciation and record this rare collection of houses for posterity.
At the launch co-authors of the guide, Michael Bogle and Charles Pickett, will be available to discuss the project. Charles Pickett, curator from the Powerhouse Museum and author of “The Fibro Frontier”, will then talk about Monterey’s unique “moderne” fibro houses and Michael Bogle, 20th Century architecture historian, will lead a guided tour of the houses. Complimentary copies of the guide book will be available at the launch.
The launch will begin at the Syd Frost Memorial Hall, 1A Hawthorne Street Ramsgate (opposite 8 Hawthorne Street Ramsgate) on Saturday 31 May 2014 at 2:30pm followed by the guided tour.
No charge but RSVP essential. RSVP by phone (02) 9562 1634 or by email to this address by 27 May.
The Monterey Fibro Moderne Project was made possible by funding from the Australian Government’s ‘Your Community Heritage Program’.
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6. Parliament gives Green Army the green light – The Greg Hunt MP media release
Australia ICOMOS is committed to the dissemination of relevant cultural heritage information. In line with this commitment we are circulating the following media release from the Hon Greg Hunt MP, dated 15 May 2014.
The creation of a Green Army to deliver environmental projects in Australian communities is now one step closer, with legislation passing the House of Representatives today.
This important milestone follows the commitment of $525 million over 4 years in the Federal Budget.
The Green Army will generate real benefits for the Australian environment and give young Australian aged 17-24 the opportunity to gain training and experience in environmental and heritage conservation projects.
The Green Army is a key Coalition election commitment and will support practical, grassroots environment and heritage conservation projects across urban, regional and remote Australia.
From July this year, 250 Green Army projects will be established, providing employment and training to around 2,500 participants.
The Green Army will become Australia’s largest-ever team supporting environmental action across the country, building to 15,000 young Australians by 2018.
The Green Army will make a real difference to the environment and local communities through projects such as restoring and protecting habitat, weeding, planting, cleaning up creeks and rivers and restoring cultural heritage places.
Participants will be eligible to receive an allowance and have the opportunity to gain Certificate I or Certificate II qualifications in areas such as land management, park management, landscaping or horticulture.
Projects announced during the election campaign will be rolled out from July.
Applications for additional first round projects are currently being assessed and I look forward to announcing these in the coming months.
The passing of this legislation today is great news for communities across Australia that will benefit from the roll-out of very worthwhile environmental projects.
Further details are available online.
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7. The Victorian Government releases Plan Melbourne, 19 May 2014
After an extensive process of public engagement, the finalised Plan Melbourne has been released by the Victorian Government. It has been updated and amended following a review of submissions received during the public comment period.
Plan Melbourne is now government policy and will be given statutory effect through Ministerial Direction 9 and Amendment VC106 to the State Planning Policy Framework. You can view or download a copy from the Plan Melbourne website.
The strategy guides the way our city will grow and change over the next 40 years to be a global city of opportunity and choice. We will protect the suburbs by applying the reformed residential zones and defining areas for urban renewal. We will work with local government to plan for future housing and create 20 minute neighbourhoods where people have safe and convenient access to the goods and services they need for daily life.
Plan Melbourne is an integrated land-use and transport strategy that will shape the economic future for Victoria. Key transport infrastructure will be delivered earlier that will link people and jobs to Melbourne’s productive employment centres. It identifies investment opportunities for urban renewal and delivery of new transport infrastructure and level crossing removals. Plan Melbourne and the regional growth plans provide a strategic framework for all of Victoria. The recent State Budget demonstrated our commitment to achieving its objectives with the announcement of key city shaping infrastructure that will help Melbourne transition from a population of 4.3 million people in 2013 to around 7.7 million people by 2051.
Plan Melbourne and our other planning reforms enhance Melbourne’s enviable lifestyle, while improving productivity.
Who was consulted in the development of the strategy?
The release of Plan Melbourne is the culmination of over two years of extensive consultation and engagement with the community. Around 10,000 people contributed ideas and recommendations by attending community forums or workshops, participating in online events, responding to surveys, doing a vox pop interview or making a submission. We have provided opportunities for community members to learn about the content of the strategy, particularly the key objectives and outcomes. This also allowed us to hear from people who wouldn’t normally participate in the planning process.
In October 2013, Plan Melbourne was released for comment and over 450 submissions were received from individuals and organisations. Eleven information events were held in shopping centres and community spaces across the metropolitan area during October and November 2013.
Feedback from these events and formal submissions has been valuable in finalising the strategy and preparing for its implementation.
Where to from here?
The strategy has a strong focus on implementation which is integral to its success. Actions will be delivered through a coordinated effort by the Department of Transport, Planning and Local Infrastructure and the newly established Metropolitan Planning Authority.
The working relationship between Victorian Government departments and its agencies, and local government is also critical to the success of the strategy. The Metropolitan Planning Authority is already working closely with metropolitan councils through subregional planning groups and will continue to do so as it is implemented.
Plan Melbourne is a dynamic strategy that will respond to the growth and change of our city. It will be kept current as we report on the progress of implementation and monitoring against the key outcomes. Please check the Plan Melbourne website for updates.
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8. 2014 ACT National Trust Heritage Awards
Nominations are invited for ACT Heritage projects undertaken in the last 3 years including building conservation, adaptation, large and small projects, reports, community projects, natural and indigenous heritage and intangible heritage.
Entries close 30 June 2014.
For further details and an application form, click here.
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9. 5th EUROMED 2014: Progress in Cultural Heritage e-Documentation, Preservation and Protection – call for papers
5th EUROMED 2014
Progress in Cultural Heritage e-Documentation, Preservation and Protection
3-8 November 2014
Limassol, Cyprus
Paper submission deadline: 30 May 2014
The 5th EUROMED conference brings together researchers, policy makers, professionals, fellows and practitioners to explore some of the more pressing issues concerning Cultural Heritage today. In particular, the main goal of the conference is to focus on interdisciplinary and multi-disciplinary research on tangible and intangible Cultural Heritage, using cutting edge technologies for the protection, restoration, preservation, massive digitalization, documentation and presentation of the Cultural Heritage contents. At the same time, the event is intended to cover topics of research ready for exploitation, demonstrating the acceptability of new sustainable approaches and new technologies by the user community, owners, managers and conservators of our cultural patrimony.
Topics and themes
Researchers and practitioners willing to participate to the EUROMED 2014 conference are invited to submit papers on original works addressing the following subjects and research themes:
i) DIGITAL HERITAGE DOCUMENTATION and PRESERVATION
ii) PROTECTION, RESTORATION AND PRESERVATION OF TANGIBLE AND INTANGIBLE CULTURAL HERITAGE
More detailed information regarding the themes can be found by clicking here.
Submission of Papers
Submissions for the event are completely electronic through the on-line submission website.
The conference accepts only original, unpublished work written in English which will be blind-reviewed and published on SPRINGER LNCS.
We are soliciting three types of contributions:
- Full research papers: they present new innovative research developments and results. They will feature a full-length oral presentation and will be published in a high-quality proceedings volume. Each submitted paper must not exceed 10 pages in total.
- Project papers: they focus on the description of project organization, use of technology and lessons learned. They will feature a short oral presentation and will be published in a high-quality proceedings volume. Each submitted paper must not exceed 10 pages in total.
- Short papers: they present preliminary ideas and works-in-progress. These papers will have a short oral presentation and will be also available also as posters in conference breaks. Each short paper must not exceed 6 pages in total.
The 15 best submitted papers will be published on a special issue of the International Journal Heritage in the Digital Era.
Further information can be found at the conference website. See also the Call for papers for the Workshop on Intangible Heritage.
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10. Heritage Council of WA’s eNewsletter out now
For all the latest Heritage Council news and events, read the latest edition of Heritage Matters.
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11. Economic benefits of UNESCO World Heritage site status – talk, 11 June, Hawke Centre (Uni SA)
UNESCO World Heritage site status
With James Rebanks, UK
Wednesday 11 June, 5.30pm for a 6.00pm start
Allan Scott Auditorium, UniSA City West campus, Hawke Building, 55 North Terrace
What is the socio-economic impact potential of UNESCO World Heritage status?
South Australia’s Mt Lofty Ranges World Heritage bid could invigorate the state’s tourism sector – offering visitors a unique and authentic cultural experience, as well as creating more jobs and boosting the economy.
James Rebanks (UK) examines World Heritage Sites across the world to discover how sites attract economic development. Rebanks’ presentation will highlight what implications his findings might have for the food, wine and tourism economy of the Mount Lofty Ranges.
The lecture will give weight to the Mt Lofty Ranges World Heritage bid, proposed by six South Australian councils. If the bid is successful, up to 150,000 hectares from the Fleurieu Peninsula to the Barossa Valley will be protected and promoted globally for their cultural and agricultural assets.
Co-presented with Mt Lofty Ranges World Heritage bid
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12. Royal Botanic Garden & Domain Master Plan released for public consultation, deadline 31 May 2014
The first Master Plan in the almost 200 year history of the Royal Botanic Garden, Sydney and Domain has been released for community feedback.
This draft Master Plan details an approach for the Royal Botanic Garden Sydney and Domain to be sympathetically and beautifully enhanced while protecting the rare and historic living plant collections within its gates.
Submissions close 31 May 2014.
For further information, click here.
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13. “This Place Matters” heritage tool
This Place Matters is a tool that the National Trust will use to establish what the places of significant social, historic, cultural or natural importance in our community are.
If a place in the ACT matters to you for heritage, personal or design quality whether it be under threat or you want to share it with others tell the National Trust. Further details can be found by clicking here.
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14. 18th ICOMOS General Assembly – information from ICOMOS Italy
18th ICOMOS General Assembly
10 – 14 November 2014
Florence, Italy
Click on the link below for information in relation to accommodation for the 18th ICOMOS General Assembly.
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15. ACT and Region Annual Australian Heritage Partnership Symposium 2014 – registration open
ACT and Region Annual Australian Heritage Partnership Symposium 2014 – The Future of Heritage
Hosted by: Canberra Archaeological Society, National Trust of Australia (ACT), Canberra and District Historical Society, Institute of Professional Practice in Heritage and the Arts & Significance International.
Date: Saturday 19 July 2014; time: 8.30am to 5pm.
Venue: Sir Roland Wilson Building Theatre, Bldg 120, ANU campus.
Cost: $70 full, $50 members of the host organizations, $30 concession & full-time students – registration details will be available shortly.
Download the ACT and Region Annual Australian Heritage Partnership Symposium 2014 – Registration form.
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16. 19th International Conference on CHNT – call for papers, posters and videos: DEADLINE EXTENDED
The 19th International Conference on Cultural Heritage and New Technologies (CHNT) will take place from 3-5 November, 2014 in the City Hall of Vienna, Austria.
Urban Archaeology and Processing….Analysing the data
The Call for Papers, Posters and Videos is now open, with an EXTENDED deadline of 31 May 2014.
For further information visit the conference website.
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17. ICOM-CC 17th Triennial Conference, Melbourne – Group & Poster Sessions announced
ICOM-CC 17th Triennial Conference
15-19 September 2014
Melbourne, Australia
Theme: Building Strong Culture through Conservation
The ICOM-CC Conference committee are excited to announce that the Working Group Papers and Posters are now available for viewing on the Conference website.
- To view the Working Group Sessions, click here
- To view the Working Group Poster Sessions, click here
Register before 4 July 2014 to take advantage of the early-bird rates – for registration rates and other conference information, visit the conference website.
Not an ICOM member?
To join ICOM, apply through your National Committee. Students and retired professionals can join ICOM at reduced rates!
Australians: click here to become a member with ICOM Australia.
Become a Friend
Click here for information on becoming an ICOM-CC Friend.
Sponsorship and Exhibition Opportunities at the Conference
Take the opportunity to review the Sponsorship & Exhibition opportunities at the ICOM 2014 conference.
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18. News from Sydney Living Museums
To read the latest news from the Sydney Living Museums, click here.
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19. National Archaeology Week, 18-25 May 2014
National Archaeology Week (NAW) 2014 is proudly organised by Canberra Archaeological Society (CAS). The theme for this year is ‘Friends of Archaeology’.
For information about NAW events, download the National Archaeology Week 2014 flier.
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20. The Johnston Collection – What’s On
Click here to read the latest news from the Johnston Collection.
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21. ICOMOS Thailand conference: “Historic Urban Landscapes and Heritage” – 30 May deadline for abstract submission
ICOMOS Thailand is pleased to announce the ICOMOS Thailand International & National Conference 2014, on the theme “Historic Urban Landscapes and Heritage: Examples, Approaches & Cultural Rights”, which will take place on 11-13 December 2014 in Bangkok, Thailand.
Deadline for submission of abstracts: 30 May 2014
For more details regarding this conference, including proposal submission instructions, download the ICOMOS Thailand 2014 conf – call for abstracts and visit the conference website.
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22. Cambridge Heritage Research bulletin available
To read the latest Cambridge Heritage Research bulletin, click on the following link.
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23. Australia ICOMOS / DOCOMOMO Sydney Talk Series, 3 July
St Vincent’s Redfern: Erasing History
presented by Dr Catherine De Lorenzo
St Vincent’s Roman Catholic Church Group, including the Church, the old presbytery (now Jarjum School), and the old Patrician Bros school then Mercy convent (now the principal site for the Aboriginal Medical Service), is listed on the Local Environmental Plan, number 11348, and was last updated on 14 December 2012. It’s architectural history (Sheerin and Hennessy, 1886, plus 1930s additions) remains modest. It’s cultural history, however, is disproportionately significant to its architectural status, thanks to the fundamental transformations that took place in and around the building from the early 1970s when Ted Kennedy and 2 other priests arrived. Before long, Aboriginal people found themselves welcomed by the new priests, who in turn worked with people like Bob and Sol Bellear, Shirley Smith and Naomi Mayers to encourage the Whitlam government to realise landrights and self-determination via real projects. Supporting black leaders to establish The Block, the AMS, ALS, Black Theatre was complemented by the daily commitment to offering hospitality, friendship and practical support to those in need. When times were tough the church served as home, labour ward and mortuary. Yet its bare floorboards and peeling walls provided a setting for much creativity some of which took the form of temporary and permanent art works. All the artists, whether well-known or not, had a connection of some sort with the community and valued its palpable commitment to social justice, inclusiveness across gender, age and faith, and creativity in and around the ceremonies. Everyone was made welcome, and the place was packed.
Evidence of this history is now under threat. Over the last ten years a succession of deeply conformist priests appointed by archbishop Pell have shown little interest in the church’s history and blocked many activities. Recent maintenance works have seen the heritage fabric compromised, with Australian cedar and kauri pine fittings painted over, chandeliers and strip lighting installed, and a kitchen erected at the back of the church. Now, many of the unique art works installed during the 1970s, such as the Tom Bass altar, mural, trachyte font and tabernacle, are at risk of being removed and replaced.
Catherine will elaborate on this architectural, cultural and interior history and will ask what can be done to forestall the destruction of material evidence of that history, especially as its significance, she believes, reaches beyond the Catholic Church and remains something of a beacon across the nation. Does the church have wider significance than just at a local level?
SPEAKER
Dr Catherine De Lorenzo is an art historian, formerly in Architecture, Built Environment UNSW, now Adjunct A/Professor at COFA, UNSW and Monash. In 2005 she won the Marion Mahony Griffin Prize for her cross-disciplinary strengths. She is a CI on an ARC Linkage project co-examining curated art exhibitions and art history, and is on several editorial boards. She has been associated with the parish since the early 1970s.
Members of the public are welcome!
Time & Date: Thursday 3 July 2014, 5.30 for 6.00pm start
Cost: Members $10, non-members $15 payable at the door. Wine and nibbles will be provided.
Venue: GML Heritage, 78 George Street, Redfern
RSVP: email Jane Vernon or call (02) 9319 4811. RSVP is essential as places are limited.
Download the DOCOMOMO – AUSTRALIA ICOMOS_Catherine De Lorenzo talk flyer.
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24. SITUATIONS VACANT Manager, Heritage Places Team & Senior Specialist (Interpretation), Heritage Places Team (2 Positions), GML Heritage, Sydney
GML Heritage is a leading Australian heritage consultancy. Our multi-disciplinary in-house team has expertise in built heritage, conservation planning, archaeology, Aboriginal heritage, history and interpretation. We are seeking to appoint two experienced and creative heritage practitioners to join our Heritage Places team.
GML Heritage 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 heritage specialists 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.
Manager, Heritage Places Team
The Manager of the Heritage Places team is a new senior leadership position within GML Heritage. The key requirement of the position is to lead and manage our team of architectural, planning, history and interpretation specialists to deliver a broad range of projects. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with at least ten years’ experience working in the heritage field to join our senior management team, and also to contribute to the strategic direction of the firm. A strategic focus, and experience in managing project teams within time and budget constraints will be essential for the role.
The Manager will be responsive, client-focused, self-directed and forward thinking in the delivery of projects and management of clients and staff. You will have had extensive experience working in the built heritage field, and have developed a reputation amongst your heritage peers and the development industry for delivering high quality outcomes for projects involving heritage buildings and cultural landscapes. Experience working on large projects in multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to operate in a commercial environment are essential. You will also possess an excellent knowledge of relevant heritage legislation and guidelines. A degree in architecture, registration as an architect, full membership of Australia ICOMOS and experience in Land and Environment appeals are all desirable.
Senior Specialist (Interpretation), Heritage Places Team
The Senior Specialist (Interpretation) is a new senior position in the Heritage Places team at GML Heritage. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with at least five years’ experience working in the heritage field, preferably including the development of interpretation plans and other initiatives to communicate the values of heritage places. The position will also include leading and managing a small team that may include architectural, planning, history and interpretation specialists to deliver a broad range of projects. A creative thinking focus and experience in managing project teams within time and budget constraints will be essential for the role.
The Senior Specialist will be responsive, client-focused, self-directed and forward thinking in the delivery of projects and management of clients and staff. You will have had extensive experience working in the built heritage and interpretation field, experience working on large projects in multidisciplinary teams, and the ability to operate in a commercial environment. You will also possess an excellent knowledge of relevant heritage legislation and guidelines. A degree in a relevant heritage conservation discipline, full membership of Australia ICOMOS and/or Interpretation Australia are all desirable.
Working at GML Heritage
These are both full time position based in our Redfern office. We also have an office in Canberra. An attractive salary package and conditions will be negotiated. The successful candidates will be provided with excellent opportunities for professional advancement and promotion within the firm.
GML has a friendly, supportive and flexible working environment with a strong team culture. We offer an exciting range of local, interstate and international projects. You will work alongside colleagues who are leading experts in their fields.
For inquiries regarding the above roles, please call Peter Romey on (02) 9319 4811. Send your application to Peter Romey via email.
Applications close COB Friday 6 June.
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25. SITUATION VACANT Director, Ecole du Patrimoine Africain (EPA)
The Council of the Ecole du Patrimoine Africain (EPA) announces the vacancy of the position of Director of the school, beginning in September 2014. EPA is situated in Porto Novo, Benin and was created jointly by the University of Abomey-Calavi and ICCROM at the end of the PREMA programme (PREvention in Museums in Africa).
EPA is a postgraduate university institution recognized in Benin as an international organization that trains primarily African professionals from the 26 French, Portuguese and Spanish speaking sub-Saharan African countries. EPA specializes in the preservation and promotion of African cultural heritage (museums, archives, libraries, movable, immovable, intangible and natural heritage).
To apply, please refer to the Vacancy Notice, the Job Description and the CV/Application Form.
Please note that applications must be sent in French before 30 June 2014.
(Please note that most of the information about this role is only available in French).
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26. SITUATION VACANT Senior Manager, Policy and Strategy, Office of Environment and Heritage (NSW)
Senior Manager, Policy and Strategy
Senior Officer Grade 1
Temporary Full-Time
Vacancy Ref: OEH 148-14
Total remuneration package to $170,713 p.a. including salary $143,247 p.a. – $154,352 p.a.
Lead the development of strategic heritage policy including developing strategies and legislative or regulatory reforms, and the use of research, contextual scanning and internal and external stakeholder engagement. Provide high quality, strategic and timely heritage policy advice
Selection Criteria: To apply for this position applicants must obtain the information pack which contains selection criteria that must be addressed in your application.
Notes: This is a temporary full-time position for up to 2 Years. This is a readvertised position; previous applications will be carried forward to this process Applicants must address the selection criteria and apply online. Please do not submit copies of qualifications online. If you are invited to attend an interview you will be required to produce relevant documentation then. Electronic applications must be MS Office 2003 compatible. Late applications will not be accepted. Overseas applicants must have a current working visa to apply for this position.
New employment legislation now applies to the NSW public sector from 24 February 2014. All current and new employees will be employed at a classification level and assigned to a role rather than appointed to a position. Employees may be re-assigned to other roles at the same classification over time, in line with organisation priorities and/or personal development plans.
Inquiries: Marija Zelic, (02) 9585 6675
Information Packages contact: (02) 9585 6675 or online
Applications are to be lodged online. If you experience difficulties applying online please contact (02) 9585 6018 during business hours for assistance.
Closing Date: Sunday 1 June 2014
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Australia ICOMOS Secretariat
Georgia Meros, Secretariat Officer
Cultural Heritage Centre for Asia and the Pacific
Deakin University
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Burwood VIC 3125
Telephone: (03) 9251 7131
Facsimile: (03) 9251 7158
Email: austicomos@deakin.edu.au
http://www.icomos.org/australia
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