Australia ICOMOS E-Mail News No. 918

NEW ITEMS

  1. [NEW ITEM] A message from Australia ICOMOS
  2. [NEW ITEM] Australia ICOMOS Jim Kerr Address: Sydney Opera House event cancelled
  3. [NEW ITEM] Coronavirus GA2020 Statement 1 – March 2020
  4. [NEW ITEM] Australia ICOMOS VIC Mentoring Program – calling for Victorian Mentors! Submit EOIs by 6 April
  5. [NEW ITEM] AMaGA Victoria Committee 2020 – 2022: nominations open & close 26 March
  6. [NEW ITEM] Sharing an urban emergency management manual from ICOMOS China
  7. [NEW ITEM] A Punishing Experiment, play, Port Arthur Historic Site, 13 March to 13 April
  8. [NEW ITEM] Our cultural heritage in the time of Coronavirus – message from WMF
  9. [NEW ISSUE] News from ICCROM

GA2020 SYDNEY ITEMS

AUSTRALIA ICOMOS ITEMS

TALKS / EVENTS / WORKSHOPS / FORUMS

CONFERENCE / SYMPOSIUM CALL FOR PAPERS & OPEN REGISTRATIONS

COURSES / AWARDS / GRANTS PROGRAMS / OTHER – CALL FOR APPLICATIONS / NOMINATIONS / SUBMISSIONS / EOIs

SITUATIONS VACANT / WANTED

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NEW ITEMS

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1. [NEW ITEM] A message from Australia ICOMOS

The COVID-19 pandemic is impacting on all our lives and creating anxiety and uncertainty. Our thoughts and best wishes are with those who are ill, their families and the wider heritage community.

We are doing our best to adapt and continue our ICOMOS work. In this newsletter, you will find some notifications of changes.

We are also closely monitoring government advice. We will provide information about remote access opportunities as they arise.

Take care and stay connected with the heritage community.

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2. [NEW ITEM] Australia ICOMOS Jim Kerr Address: Sydney Opera House event cancelled

The Sydney Opera House has released a COVID-19 update ‘in line with the government decision to cease non-essential gatherings announced on 18 March, no public performances will be held at the Sydney Opera House (SOH) in the period to 17 June 2020’.

Australia ICOMOS therefore regrets to announce that the Jim Kerr Address, which was scheduled to be held at this venue, has been cancelled. We would like to extend a huge thanks to all of the people who had contributed enormous amounts of effort and energy in organising this event.

We are looking at a possible virtual alternative. More information will follow in future newsletters as we hope to still present our exciting speaker.

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3. [NEW ITEM] Coronavirus GA2020 Statement 1 – March 2020

We understand many of you may have concerns about the coronavirus (COVID-19) and how that may affect GA2020 in Sydney, this coming October.

Australia ICOMOS and the GA2020 team are monitoring the COVID-19 situation, which is changing very rapidly at present. At this time, there are a range of restrictions in place, which affect travel to Australia. As this is a rapidly-evolving situation, it is not possible to provide advice about travel in September / October, nor to speculate about the prospect that GA2020 may be amended, deferred or cancelled.

We will at all times place the health and safety of GA2020 delegates at the forefront of our decision making. We will follow advice of the World Health Organisation and will comply with the requirements of the Australian Government.

We may issue a revised registration timetable and updated cancellation and refund policy – and would do so well before the current GA2020 early bird registration date of 3 June 2020.

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4. [NEW ITEM] Australia ICOMOS VIC Mentoring Program – calling for Victorian Mentors! Submit EOIs by 6 April

It’s here again! We need Australia ICOMOS members based in Victoria to step up and join us as mentors for students from the University of Melbourne, La Trobe University, Deakin University and Federation University.

Australia ICOMOS launched its student mentoring program in Victoria in 2012 and supports members to share their knowledge and networks with students planning careers in heritage. The program has been enthusiastically received by both mentors and mentees.

We usually have many more students than mentors apply – this restricts the size of the program, so we rely on the generosity of ICOMOS members so that as many students as possible can be paired.

What is required?

We ask mentors to meet with their mentees at least 3 times during the program between May and October. These meetings allow discussion about issues involved in heritage practice, and the student’s study and work interests.

Hopefully, we will be able to host social events in May and October to open and close the program. We will keep all participants informed about the arrangements.

There will be a brief evaluation questionnaire distributed at the end of the year that we ask all participants to complete and return. 


How do I get involved as a MENTOR?

If you would like to be an ICOMOS MENTOR, please email an expression of interest to Georgia Meros at the Australia ICOMOS Secretariat by email by 6 April 2020.

Please provide your contact details (email and a work or mobile number) and a brief outline of your field of professional experience and current practice. This will assist the Mentoring Team in matching mentors and mentees.

Mentors must be Full ICOMOS members, and can have professional experience in any sector of cultural heritage practice. We will try to ‘match’ by interest as many students and mentors as possible.

Who will get involved as a MENTEE?

Students in participating university courses will be advised of the application process by the focal point at their university. Please contact the person at your university as a first step. 


All applications will be asked to be received by the Australia ICOMOS Secretariat by 6 April 2020. We will try to ‘match’ by interest as many mentoring pairs as possible.

When do we start?

We will be matching students and mentors in late April. We will circulate additional information about our ‘launch event’ once we are more certain about it.

We hope that all members based in Victoria will welcome this opportunity to participate in the efforts of Australia ICOMOS and its partners to support young professionals across a range of cultural heritage disciplines.

Kristal Buckley (Deakin University)
Stuart King (University of Melbourne)
Anita Smith (La Trobe University)
Keir Reeves (Federation University)
for the 2020 Australia ICOMOS VIC Mentoring Team

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5. [NEW ITEM] AMaGA Victoria Committee 2020 – 2022: nominations open & close 26 March

Nominations are being called for election to the Committee of Australian Museums and Galleries Association Inc (Victoria) for the 2020 – 2022 term. The elected committee will be announced at the Annual General Meeting at 6pm on Tuesday 5 May 2020.

Candidates for election and their nominators must be an Individual Member or the designated representative of an Institutional Member of Australian Museums and Galleries Association Inc. 

2020 is an exciting year for the Victorian Branch – we are commencing strategic planning for the next four years, with consideration to the changing needs of the sector and major national initiatives such as the Indigenous Roadmap; and it is also an election year, and so we are seeking nominations for the Executive Committee (four positions) or for an Ordinary Member (up-to five positions).

Nominations should be forwarded no later than 5pm on Thursday 26 March 2020 to: The Secretary, Australian Museums and Galleries Association Inc (Victoria), by email to AMaGA Victoria or by post to PO Box 385, Carlton South VIC 3053. 

>> More information and link to the nomination form

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6. [NEW ITEM] Sharing an urban emergency management manual from ICOMOS China

Item posted on behalf of our colleagues at ICOMOS China

Dear colleagues at ICOMOS headquarter and fellow members of ICOMOS, 

Please see the “Urban Function-Spatial Response Strategy for the Epidemic: A Concise Manual on Urban Emergency Management”, which has been drafted by colleagues from the institutional member of ICOMOS China, Architectural School of China Southeast University, and led by our board member Professor DONG Wei, who is also the Chinese voting member for ICOMOS CIAV. We would love to share this fruit of research and reflection with all our ICOMOS colleagues around the world, hoping this will serve as part of a global collective effort, and ICOMOS China stands ready to work with all of you in this difficult time. 

Best regards, 
ICOMOS China Secretariat 

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7. [NEW ITEM] A Punishing Experiment, play, Port Arthur Historic Site, 13 March to 13 April

 

 

The National Award-winning Port Arthur Historic Site has launched a new exclusive performance. Called A Punishing Experiment, this short play dances in the shadows between the idea and the harsh reality of using separation and silence in reforming convicts in the most haunting structure of the settlement – The Separate Prison. Through the eyes and the memories of various characters including the Doctor, the Warden, the Constable and ‘Irish’ the convict narrator, audiences will experience for themselves how this experiment of a Separate Prison functioned.

While the prison was eventually closed, A Punishing Experiment gives cause to wonder – what was it that we as a civilisation have ultimately learned?

There will be 12 limited performances of A Punishing Experiment held Friday and Saturday evenings from 6pm-7.30pm, Friday 13 March to 13 April with extra performances on Easter Sunday and Monday 13 April. For more information or to book visit the Port Arthur Historic Site website.

Read the A Punishing Experiment – media release.

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8. [NEW ITEM] Our cultural heritage in the time of Coronavirus – message from WMF

Click here to read a message from Bénédicte de Montlaur, CEO, World Monuments Fund (WMF).

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9. [NEW ISSUE] News from ICCROM

To view the latest news from ICCROM, click here.

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GA2020 SYDNEY ITEMS

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Book Store Opportunities at ICOMOS GA2020 this October!

Strategically located within the Heritage Exposition – the central hub of activity for GA2020 – the Book Store offers a prominent opportunity to advertise, display, sell and distribute publications to delegates and the visiting public. For a modest investment of $800 +GST, Book Store participants will be provided with:

  1. Complimentary entry to the Heritage Exposition
  2. Dedicated shelf space
  3. Lockable cupboard
  4. Sign
  5. Power connection

Up to 1,500 heritage practitioners from around the world are expected to converge at GA2020, providing unrivalled access to high-calibre specialist knowledge and delivering a boost to ‘grass roots’ interest in heritage and its conservation work throughout Australia. If you know of any organisation, or have a contact within an organisation, who may wish to take advantage of this opportunity to be at the frontlines of heritage both within Australia and globally, please contact the GA2020 Team by email.

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GA2020 Workshop – Caring For Country: Pacific and Indigenous Voices on Culture, Heritage and the Climate Crisis, 3 October 2020

Indigenous peoples are on the frontlines of a climate crises they did not create, threatening cultural identity and magnifying long-standing issues of territory and appropriation. This workshop, a side event just before GA2020, will be a space for Indigenous Pacific people and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island voices on cultural heritage as human right and on caring for places and community in a changing climate, as well as for discussing partnerships and solidarity with the global cultural heritage community.

The Caring For Country workshop will be held on 3 October 2020. We are keen to make sure there is a good involvement of delegates and speakers from Australian Aboriginal, Torres Strait Island and Pacific people.

Core elements are likely to include:

  • One day program – 9am to 5pm, Saturday 3 October 2020
  • 60-120 participants
  • We will seek sponsorship support to reduce the costs per delegate
  • Travel grants for Pacific nations people to attend (applications NOW CLOSE 15 March – apply here)
  • Speakers and presentations from Australian Aboriginal, Torres Strait Island and Pacific delegates – snapshots (short), discussions and longer presentations
  • Preference will be given to delegates registering as Indigenous

Indigenous people who would require support to attend are encouraged to contact the organisers by email. For more information on Caring For Country, including on possible financial support, please contact GA2020 Sustainability Focal Point Helen Wilson by email.

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Don’t miss your chance to attend the GA2020 Youth Forum! Round 2 applications CLOSE 3 APRIL

Under the themes of Stain, Grain and Re-Frame, join the conversation and help shape the future of cultural and heritage conservation around the world.

  • How are places stained by the past, and shaped by contemporary heritage practice?
  • How can we ‘move against the grain’ of major global trends in the context of a changing world?
  • What is the future of heritage, and where and how do we as emerging professionals fit in?

Round 2 applications start on Monday 3 February. For more information, visit the GA2020 website.

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AUSTRALIA ICOMOS ITEMS

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Australia ICOMOS NSW Mentoring Program – calling for New South Wales Members! Submit EOIs by 6 April

Australia ICOMOS launched its student mentoring program in Victoria in 2012 following an earlier trial in the ACT, and it now runs in New South Wales and Victoria. The program supports members to share their knowledge and networks with students looking toward careers in heritage.

As the program has now run with enthusiastic responses from both mentors and mentees, we are very pleased to be offering it in New South Wales for 2020.

When naming their favourite aspect of the program, the majority of previous mentors named the personal contact (we both learned from each other; refreshing to talk to the younger generation; good to know there is actually a pool of interested people; like the opportunity to help a new person into the profession), and almost all felt that they were able to make a valuable contribution to the knowledge and career prospects of their mentee. All respondents enjoyed it so much; they said they would be happy to do it again.

Students in heritage-related post-graduate programs at University of Sydney and University of New South Wales will be invited to apply for the program.

We usually have many more students than mentors apply – this restricts the size of the program, so we are hoping that all ICOMOS members based in New South Wales will consider participating this year.

What is required?

While the mentoring arrangements will vary, we ask that mentors meet with their mentees at least 3 times during the program between April and October/November. These meetings allow discussion about issues involved in heritage practice, and the student’s study and work interests.

There will be a social event held in early May to introduce mentoring pairs. If you wish to be a mentor or a mentee, it is not essential to attend, although this is an easy way to meet and set up the first meeting, as well as networking with other students and colleagues.

There will be a brief evaluation questionnaire distributed at the end of the year that we ask all participants to complete and return.

How do I get involved as a MENTOR?

If you would like to contribute to this valuable (and enjoyable) effort this year, and be an ICOMOS MENTOR, please email an expression of interest to Georgia Meros at the Australia ICOMOS Secretariat by email by 6 April 2020.

Please provide your contact details (email and a work or mobile number) and a brief outline of your field of professional experience and current practice. This will assist the Mentoring Team in matching mentors and mentees.

Mentors must be Full ICOMOS members, and can have professional experience in any sector of cultural heritage practice. We will try to ‘match’ by interest as many students and mentors as possible.

Who will get involved as a MENTEE?

Students in participating university courses will be advised of the application process by the focal point at their university.

All applications will be asked to be received by the Australia ICOMOS Secretariat by 6 April 2020. We will try to ‘match’ by interest as many mentoring pairs as possible.

When do we start?

We will be matching students and mentors next month, and will launch this year’s program with an event in mid to late April. More information about the launch will be sent to participants in the program.

We hope that all members based in New South Wales will welcome this opportunity to participate in the efforts of Australia ICOMOS and its partners to support young professionals across a range of cultural heritage disciplines.

2020 Australia ICOMOS NSW Mentoring Team
Kerime Danis (NSW Mentoring Program Coordinator)
Ass Prof Cameron Logan (The University of Sydney / Master of Heritage Conservation Program)
Dr Ben Shaw (The University of New South Wales)

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TALKS / EVENTS / WORKSHOPS / FORUMS

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CANCELLED: Geelong Design Week 2020 event: A history of Geelong’s inventions, innovations, and promotions

In line with the latest advice from Government health authorities regarding coronavirus (COVID-19), all “in person” Geelong Design Week events have been cancelled. Various webinars are still running at this stage – visit the Geelong Design Week website for more information.

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CANCELLED: Geelong Design Week 2020 event: Geelong inventions past and future – Industry Round Table

In line with the latest advice from Government health authorities regarding coronavirus (COVID-19), all “in person” Geelong Design Week events have been cancelled. Various webinars are still running at this stage – visit the Geelong Design Week website for more information.

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CANCELLED: Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail

 

 

It is with great regret that the organisers advise the cancellation of the Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail for 2020 – read the Facebook post.

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Geelong Design Week 2020 – EVENTS CANCELLED

In line with the latest advice from Government health authorities regarding coronavirus (COVID-19), all “in person” Geelong Design Week events have been cancelled. Various webinars are still running at this stage – visit the Geelong Design Week website for more information.

 

CANCELLED: Highlights of Geelong’s 20th century architecture – A guided walk through an important period in Geelong’s development
Saturday 21 March & Sun 29 March, 10.00am-12.00pm
Meet at the Johnstone Park Bandstand; cost $7
>> book here

 

CANCELLED: Geelong’s 20th Century Architecture: the Vision for Geelong
Friday 27 March, 2.00-4.30 pm
Gordon Gallery, 2 Fenwick St; cost $12
>> book here

This Panel Session is with Graeme Butler, noted heritage consultant who prepared the Geelong City Urban Conservation Study; Dr Christina Dyson, 20th Century heritage landscape expert; and Ren Inei, Director of Boom Gallery, on converting the Former Returned Soldiers and Sailors Woollen Mill to a Gallery. It was built in the 1920s to create work for returned servicemen.

NOTE: Plans are in hand to re-schedule this event when it is possible to do so.

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CANCELLED: The Plain of Jars of Laos: Past, Present and Future talk

Date & time: 3 April, 12.30-1.30pm
Venue: University of Sydney, Camperdown

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UPDATED INFORMATION: National Archaeology Week, 17 to 23 May

20 March update

National Archaeology Week (NAW) this year is scheduled to run from 17 to 23 May. Due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic, it is likely that holding public gatherings will continue to pose a risk in May, and that travelling to events may also be difficult. The National Archaeology Week committee has decided to make the following changes for this year:

  • We encourage event organisers to move their events online if possible, or to postpone or cancel events if this is not possible. Please let your state co-ordinator know of any changes or cancellations to events.
  • During National Archaeology Week, we will promote online resources and events, such as podcasts and livestreams, so please let us know if you have something to share.
  • Once the crisis has passed, we will explore whether we could extend National Archaeology Week (just for this year) to promote events that have been postponed and other outreach activities.

Please do get in touch if we can assist, and any thoughts or suggestions on how to manage an online NAW during this time would be welcome.

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National Archaeology Week aims to increase public awareness of Australian archaeology and the work of Australian archaeologists both at home and abroad, and to promote the importance of protecting Australia’s unique archaeological heritage. Held in the third week of May, this nationwide program of events and activities includes public lectures, seminars, exhibitions, demonstration excavations, displays and other events designed to engage with the general public.

Visit the National Archaeology Week website for more information about the events on offer.

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CONFERENCE / SYMPOSIUM CALL FOR PAPERS & OPEN REGISTRATIONS

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REMINDER: Australasian Engineering Heritage conference, 19–25 November 2020, Dunedin – call for submissions: deadline 3 April 2020

Australasian Engineering Heritage conference
19–25 November 2020
Dunedin

Titled ‘Engineering in a 2020 World – The Future of the Past’, the conference will spotlight how heritage engineering and technology has endured, developed and undergone restoration and repurposing to claim its place in the future.

Abstracts, formal conference papers and proposals for presentations will be accepted until 3 April 2020. Full details can be found at this link.

Event schedule

  • Pre-conference tour: 19 – 22 November 2020
  • Conference: 23 – 24 November 2020
  • Dunedin tour: 25 November 2020

Engineering New Zealand’s Otago Heritage Chapter together with Principal Sponsor, Naylor Love, look forward to bringing you this much anticipated event. We hope to see you in Dunedin.

Download the 2020 Australasian Engineering Heritage conference poster.

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ICIP 2020 conference, 28-29 September 2020, Cambodia – revised deadline: submission of papers now due 6 April

The Board of the ICOMOS International Committee for the Interpretation and Presentation of Cultural Heritage Sites (ICIP) is pleased to announce the ICOMOS Interpretation 2020 Conference in Angkor, Cambodia. The conference will take place on 28-29 September 2020 with pre-conference tours on 26-27 September.

The ICIP Board is honored to be partnering with APSARA National Authority (Authority for the Protection of the Site and Management of the Region of Angkor). This conference will be held immediately before the 2020 ICOMOS General Assembly in Sydney, to enable attendees to stopover in Asia before continuing on to Sydney.

Extension of deadlines

Registration for this conference has been extended as follows:

  • Early Bird: closes 6 May 2020
  • Registration closes: 31 July 2020

Submission of papers has been extended to 6 April 2020. Successful presenters will be notified by 29 April 2020.

For further information, and to register for this conference, please visit the conference website.

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UPDATED INFORMATION: International Conference on Tourism, 30 September-2 October 2020, Portugal

CIT2020 – International Conference on Tourism “Well-Being and Peace Through Tourism: Reality Or Fiction?”
30 September-2 October 2020
ISCET, Porto, Portugal

Due to the crisis caused by the covid-19 pandemic, the deadline for the presentation of abstracts and the date of realization of CIT2020 are postponed to new dates to be announced in due course. The organizing committee is currently adapting the Conference to the existing constraints. This event will therefore have its place in due course.

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POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE: Modernist & Memorial Sculpture in Australia & Beyond symposium

SYMPOSIUM: Modernist & Memorial Sculpture in Australia & Beyond
30 April – 2 May 2020
Melbourne

With regret, the organisers of this Symposium have announced that it will be postponed until further notice due to managing the impact of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). They apologise for any inconvenience that this postponement may cause and look forward to providing a further update on this event as soon as possible.

Enquiries to this email address.

>> keep up-to-date via this link

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COURSES / AWARDS / GRANTS PROGRAMS / OTHER – CALL FOR APPLICATIONS / NOMINATIONS / SUBMISSIONS / EOI

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Blue Shield Australia bushfire impact survey – contribute by 9 April

Blue Shield Australia (BSA) is conducting a survey to quantify the impact of the bushfires and extreme weather events experienced across Australia from 1 November 2019 to 31 January 2020. The information will be aggregated to provide an overall cost to the sector of natural disasters this season. A report will be published using the results, which will be made available on the Blue Shield Australia website. BSA will not identify individual institutions’ results. The questions in the survey relate to visitor numbers, building closures, staff absences, technical issues, impact on collections and on revenue.

Please respond on behalf of your institution, rather than on an individual or department basis. There are 20 questions and it should only take 10-15 minutes to complete. All questions are optional, so if you don’t know the answer, move on to the next.

>> link to the survey

Deadline for responses is close of business Thursday 9 April 2020.

If you have any questions, please email Blue Shield Australia.

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Continuing Professional Development (CPD) courses offered by Uni of Sydney – enrolment open

OPEN STUDIO: Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

The Open Studio is a suite of masterclasses developed by the University of Sydney School of Architecture, Design & Planning for industry professionals and lifelong learners interested in contemporary built environment and design issues. The programs are designed to efficiently and flexibly keep you informed and at the forefront of emerging technical and research developments in architecture and design.

Developed in conjunction with industry and disciplinary experts, our masterclasses draw on content embedded in the school’s postgraduate program offering.

The first two modules, Sustainable Architecture and 3D Printing for Architecture are now open for enrolments, with further modules coming online soon.

For more information visit the Open Studio catalogue.

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National Trust (NSW) Heritage Awards: submissions open and close 26 March

The National Trust (NSW) is calling out for submissions for the 2020 Heritage Awards

Do you know any projects completed in the last 12 months which promote or protect the built, natural or cultural heritage? The National Trust Heritage Awards recognises and celebrates outstanding heritage projects across NSW.

For more information, key dates, entry criteria, award categories and the entry process, visit the National Trust (NSW) website. Entries close on Thursday 26 March 2020.

Winners will be announced at the National Trust Heritage Awards Ceremony on Friday 8 May 2020 at Doltone House in Pyrmont, Sydney; click here for more information or to purchase tickets at an early bird discount (early bird discount finishes 28 February 2020).

Click here to watch last year’s ceremony highlights.

The National Trust Heritage Awards is a signature event of the Australian Heritage Festival, proudly supported by the NSW Government through the Heritage Council of NSW.

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Ethel Shipwreck Time-Lapse Project – submit your image by 31 March

 

 

Could Ethel be South Australia’s most photographed shipwreck? Heritage South Australia is keen to find out. Share your photos or videos of this historic shipwreck to be considered for the Ethel Shipwreck Time-Lapse.

Built in 1876, Ethel was a 711-ton, three-masted iron barque, originally launched with the name Carmelo, which ran aground in a storm while en-route from South Africa in 1904. The Ethel wreck is located on the coast in Innes National Park on the Yorke Peninsula.

We are looking forward to viewing your imagery taken over the decades from your personal collections and selecting from these to add to our collection to compile an Ethel Shipwreck Time-Lapse, which will be made available for the public to enjoy.

For more information about this project, visit the SA Department for Environment and Water website.

Upload your digital photos or videos by 31 March 2020.

Download the Ethel Shipwreck Project flyer.

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International Training Course (ITC) on Disaster Risk Management of Cultural Heritage, 2-24 September 2020 – applications close 6 April 2020

Call for applications for the International Training Course (ITC) on Disaster Risk Management of Cultural Heritage 2020 (15th year, Ritsumeikan University, Kyoto) has been announced. It will run from 2-24 September 2020, with the sub-theme “Towards the Integrated Protection of Immovable and Movable Cultural Heritage from Risk of Fire”.

Cultural heritage is increasingly exposed to disasters caused by natural and human-induced hazards such as earthquakes, floods, fires, typhoons, terrorism, etc. Recent examples include fires in Shuri Castle in 2019, the Notre-Dame de Paris in 2019, the National Museum of Brazil in 2018, and across Australia in 2019 and 2020, as well as a typhoon in Western Japan in 2018, earthquakes in Central Mexico in 2017, Kumamoto Japan, Central Italy, Myanmar in 2016, and Nepal in 2015, floods in the UK in 2015, in the Balkans in 2014, and ongoing conflicts in Syria and Yemen. In addition, climate change will cause floods, droughts and bushfires that can create huge damage to both cultural heritage and the natural environment. These disasters not only affect immovable heritage such as monuments, archaeological sites, and historic urban areas, but also cause damage to movable heritage, including museum collections, heritage objects, religious artefacts, and other artefacts that are of significance to local communities. In the aftermath of a disaster, many architectural fragments of damaged or collapsed buildings require documentation, handling and storage. As such, both movable and immovable heritage is exposed to various disasters.

In particular, fires have devastated a substantial number of heritage sites and museums in recent years. This devastation by fires is seen in the cases of the Notre Dame Cathedral, the National Museum of Brazil, the Glasgow School of Arts, the Windsor Castle, part of historic cities (e.g. Valparaiso in Chile and Lijiang in China), historic ships (e.g. the Cutty Sark), national monuments (e.g. the Namdaemun in South Korea), religious structures (e.g. the Wangdue Phodrang in Bhutan), and tombs (e.g. the Kasubi Tombs), as well as museums including the National Museum of Natural History in India and the Southwark Museum in the UK. These fires are caused by both natural and human-induced factors inside or outside of cultural heritage. The former includes bush or forest fires under high temperatures during periods of little or no rainfalls, lightning, and volcanoes. The latter includes electrical short circuits due to faulty wiring, smoking, open flames, the burning of candles, arson and bombing. Fires may also follow natural hazards such as earthquakes or hurricanes, as seen in the case of the Kobe earthquake in 1995 where fires destroyed significant parts of historic neighbourhoods made of wooden houses. There are also many instances in which fires are caused by negligence during the restoration and upgradation works of heritage buildings and museums. Inappropriate response measures, such as the misuse of fire extinguishing agents, may sometimes unintentionally cause damage to heritage sites, museums and their collections. As such, fires have resulted in the loss of both tangible and intangible components of cultural heritage; tangible ones include natural landscapes, archaeological materials, built structures and collections, and intangible ones include rituals, cultural practices and traditional skills.

The Guidelines and the Application Form are now available at the Institute of Disaster Mitigation for Urban Cultural Heritage, Ritsumeikan University (R-DMUCH) website.

We would very much like to encourage Australian applications to this course, which is supported by UNESCO and ICCROM. It is a high quality course that will be extremely useful to managing disaster risk to heritage in Australia.

If you are thinking of applying please contact Catherine Forbes, a previous course participant. She will be happy to discuss the course and application procedure – send Catherine an email.

Please apply! Applications close 6 April 2020.

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Living Heritage Grants Program – Round 5 applications close on 9 April

Safeguarding and reactivating our heritage

Applications for Round 5 of the Victorian Government’s competitive community Living Heritage Grants Program will open on 17 February 2020 and close on 9 April 2020.

Eligible applicants may apply for an amount between $20,000 and $200,000 per project, to fund conservation works to ‘at risk’ places and objects included on the Victorian Heritage Register.

To find out if you are eligible, read the 2020 Program Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions at this link.

To apply, follow the link to the online application portal (accessible from 17 February 2020).

What’s new for Round 5?

  • Applicants are required to contact the Living Heritage team by 27 March before applying (see link below)
  • Priority consideration may be given to the conservation of Victorian Heritage Register (VHR) listed places and objects located in Victorian communities impacted by bushfires

For more information, please visit the Living Heritage Grants Program website or email the Living Heritage Grants Program team.

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Old Cities, New Challenges conservation course, 13-21 November 2020, George Town – applications close 15 April

The Getty Conservation Institute has recently announced the next Old Cities, New Challenges conservation course, which will take place in George Town from 13-21 November 2020 (participants to arrive by Wednesday 11 November).

A short description of the course and the application material can be accessed at the Getty Conservation Institute website.

The course application deadline is 15 April 2020 and the Getty looks forward to welcoming another stimulating group of interested young professionals to George Town.

Recently, the Getty Magazine published a short article about the Penang course – click on this link to download the latest issue.

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George Alexander Foundation International Fellowships – applications open and close 24 April

Are you aged 18-35, have an innovative idea to improve your sector and would like a Fellowship to carry out international applied research? Then read on…

The George Alexander Foundation and the International Specialised Skills Institute (ISS Institute) are offering five (5) international applied research Fellowships in the amount of $10,000 (less GST) each.

The 2020 George Alexander Foundation International Fellowship provides an opportunity for individuals to acquire higher-level skills and drive leading practice and innovation in Australia. It is intended that the Fellowship will demonstrate potential benefits for, and application in, Australia.

Applications should focus on the following areas:

  • Environment and Sustainability (this area can include heritage)
  • Alternative Energy
  • Education Sector
  • Conservation

However, if you have an innovative or significant Fellowship Proposal in an alternative field this may also be considered. Applications are welcome from residents of any state in Australia.

For more information, visit this link.

Applications are now open and close at 4pm, 24 April 2020.

Download the 2020 GAF International Fellowship flyer.

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2020 Community Heritage Grants – applications close 4 May 2020

Applications for the 2020 Community Heritage Grants (CHG) program are now open.

The CHG program provides grants of up to $15,000 to community organisations such as libraries, archives, museums, genealogical and historical societies, multicultural and Indigenous groups. The grants are provided to assist with the preservation of locally owned, but nationally significant collections of materials that are publicly accessible including artefacts, letters, diaries, maps, photographs, and audio visual material.

For details on how to apply, see the guidelines and application form.

Applications close 5pm, Monday 4 May 2020 (AEST).

Download the 2020 Community Heritage Grants flyer.

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2020 Call for Proposals: Shared Cultural Heritage & Shared Underwater Heritage – deadline 1 October 2020

The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Canberra, Australia, invites project proposals for Shared Cultural Heritage projects starting in 2020 that focus on:

1) Australian-Dutch Cultural Heritage
2) Australian-Dutch Underwater Cultural Heritage

Both Calls for Proposals can be found at the Kingdom of the Netherlands website.

The final deadline for applications is 1 October 2020.

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SITUATIONS VACANT / WANTED

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[NEW] SITUATION VACANT Lecturer in Heritage Studies, Department of Archaeology, University of Cambridge

Department of Archaeology, University of Cambridge is looking to appoint a new Lecturer in Heritage Studies. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in the further development of research and the future direction of the Department and the Cambridge Heritage Research Centre.

The closing date for applications is 8 May 2020 and further information and a link to apply can be found at this link.

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SITUATION VACANT Marketing and Events Officer, National Trust of Western Australia, Perth

This full time role provides support to enhance the Trust’s community and stakeholder engagement through marketing, communications, promotional and public events programs and activities.

Please contact Enzo Sirna AM via email for further details or the visit the WA State government jobs board for the full position description.

Applications close Monday 23 March 2020.

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SITUATIONS VACANT Heritage Consultants (part-time / permanent / casual), Heritage 21, Sydney

Heritage consultant – PART-TIME, CASUAL AND PERMANENT POSITIONS (NSW): minimum 3 years’ experience in cultural built heritage

With growth in business Heritage 21 is seeking the right candidates.

Heritage 21 is a specialist firm of dedicated heritage practitioners operating throughout NSW and the ACT. Located in Alexandria, the firm assists clients with heritage projects within the private, public and government sectors through the heritage approval process at both State and Local government levels.

Our heritage staff have expertise in built heritage, urban planning, history, research and architecture.

We are currently looking to expand our team and are looking for multiple candidates with the right motivation and enthusiasm. Positions available: part-time, casual and permanent.

If you have a degree and/or a background in heritage, town planning, architecture, urban design or related fields or are studying towards a master of heritage conservation (or similar) and have a passion for heritage and research, this job is for you!

The roles and positions will vary due to the wide range of projects and the right candidate(s) will need to have the ability to take on a variety of heritage reports, be self-motivated, able to work autonomously and be a team player, with attention to detail.

The right candidate(s) would be organised, have an excellent command of the English language, strong research and communication skills, knowledge of historical built fabric & building methods/systems/materials & technologies etc, national heritage charters, NSW legislation and heritage guidelines, and an understanding of the heritage planning framework in NSW (LEPs, DCPs & SEPPS).

In addition, a good working ability of Microsoft Word and Outlook and knowledge of Excel and Photoshop would be advantageous but not essential, as is holding a current driver’s licence (NSW).

To apply please email us your resume with examples of writing and/or a portfolio or for a highly confidential discussion please call Sue on (02) 9519 2521 or 0412 486 777.

An attractive package, commensurate with experience, will be offered for each position. Heritage 21 offers a flexible workplace and tries to ensure a good work/life balance for their employees/consultants.

Closing date for applications: 3 April 2020.

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SITUATION VACANT Heritage Consultant, WOLFPEAK – Environment & Heritage, Sydney

WOLFPEAK – Environment & Heritage
HERITAGE CONSULTANT

WolfPeak is currently seeking an experienced Heritage Consultant to join our heritage team and assist with a variety of work and projects. Based in the Sydney CBD, we offer a friendly office environment with flexible working arrangements. Salary commensurate with experience and skills.

To undertake this role it is preferred that you have:

  • Relevant tertiary and professional qualifications in History, Archaeology, Heritage Management or a similar discipline OR equivalent experience
  • Demonstrated experience in archaeology / heritage management in either a consulting or public-sector environment
  • Sound understanding of the NSW legislative and policy framework for heritage approvals
  • Demonstrated experience in the preparation of heritage assessment documentation such as heritage impact assessments, archaeological survey reports, statements of heritage significance, cultural heritage assessment reports and heritage management plans
  • Excellent time and project management skills
  • A focus on client service excellence
  • Ability to build positive stakeholder relationships
  • Current drivers’ licence
  • Willingness to travel if required, including to regional / remote areas

Diversity and Flexibility

Fostering gender balance, diversity and acceptance of flexible working for men and women is central to the way WolfPeak does business. WolfPeak is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities and invites applications from people of all nationalities, genders and cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders.

Email your CV to Kylie or give her a call on 0418 218 151 for further information.

We are looking to appoint this position as soon as possible so encourage applications to be lodged ASAP.

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SITUATION VACANT Heritage Consultant (Built Heritage focus), URBIS, Sydney – another opportunity available

Heritage Consultant (Built Heritage focus)

  • Established, industry leading built Heritage team
  • Permanent role with strong career development opportunities
  • Brand new office in premium Sydney CBD location

An opportunity has arisen in our Sydney office for a Heritage Consultant, suitably qualified with a Masters in Heritage Conservation or equivalent experience.

Urbis is a firm that truly values its people. In our new, contemporary office location in the heart of Sydney’s CBD, it’s a place where you are encouraged to share your ideas in a professional, friendly and agile working environment.

We are looking for someone with a passion for built heritage who is wanting to develop their career in an industry leading firm. As a key member of the team, you will be involved in conducting research across a diverse, high profile and challenging range of projects, contributing to reports and advice for our clients.

About You

As a Heritage Consultant there is a requirement to demonstrate an understanding of built heritage principles in order to undertake a range of tasks independently, and as directed in relation to the day-to-day operation and management of work in the Heritage team. This requires an understanding of heritage and statutory planning, at both a strategic and technical level, to assist the team with providing practical advice on a range of heritage services.

More information

Visit this link for a more detailed position description

How to apply?

If you are an enthusiastic candidate, with the desire to become part of a driven and highly professional team, please click apply at the link above. Or for a highly confidential discussion please call Anastasia Zappert, HR Consultant on (02) 8424 5111.

We are looking to appoint this position as soon as possible so encourage applications to be lodged as soon as possible.

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