Australia ICOMOS E-Mail News No. 964

NEW ITEMS

  1. [NEW ITEM] Feedback on the Australian Heritage Strategy – deadline: 18 March
  2. [NEW ITEM] Heritage Council of Victoria vacancies – applications close 12 March
  3. [NEW ITEM] Geelong UNESCO Design Week Events, 19-29 March 2021
  4. [NEW ITEM] Solidarity in culture: Heritage protection under conditions of crisis conference, Online, 18-20 March 2021
  5. [NEW ITEM] Architectural Drawings by Miles Lewis: online launch, 4pm AEDT, 28 March
  6. [NEW ITEM] EOI invited – Securing the Next ICOMOS Generation: Transitioning the Advisory Committee | deadline: 30 March 2021
  7. [NEW ITEM] Climate Change and Risk Assessment for Cultural Heritage virtual course, 2021 edition – starts 10 April
  8. [NEW ITEM] Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail, 10-11 April 2021
  9. [NEW ITEM] Thoroughly Modern The Life + Times Of Moir + Sutherland Architects – pre-print purchase available
  10. [NEW ITEM] New version of European Quality Principles available
  11. [NEW ITEM] Foundation for Jewish Heritage Annual Review 2020 – available online
  12. [NEW ITEM] ‘New Approaches to World Heritage Conservation: World Heritage Interpretation and Presentation’ webinar video online
  13. [NEW ISSUE] Read Heritage Tasmania’s latest news
  14. [NEW ISSUE] The Johnston Collection – News
  15. [NEW ISSUE] News from World Monuments Fund

AUSTRALIA ICOMOS | ICOMOS MEMBER 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] Feedback on the Australian Heritage Strategy – deadline: 18 March

The Commonwealth Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment is undertaking a mid-point review of the Australian Heritage Strategy. You can give your feedback on the strategy by visiting its Have Your Say page. Submissions via the Have Your Say website close on 18 March 2021.

Australia ICOMOS members are encouraged to provide feedback, which will be in addition to formal submissions made by Australia ICOMOS and key groups within the organisation. Australia ICOMOS has long encouraged the development of a strategic approach by the Commonwealth, and the first strategy was produced in 2015. The mid-point review is an opportunity to reinforce or stress key strategic directions, both practical issues where progress can readily be made as well as some aspirational directions.

The Department intends to seek further feedback on an updated draft strategy in mid 2021.

You can send questions about the review process to the AHS Review Team by email.

The strategy and other information can be found at this link.

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2. [NEW ITEM] Heritage Council of Victoria vacancies – applications close 12 March

Applications are currently being sought for the following vacant Heritage Council positions:

  • Member with recognised skills or expertise in heritage law, planning law or property law
  • Alternate Member with recognised skills or expertise in history

The Heritage Council of Victoria is made up of ten members and ten alternate members and is an independent statutory authority established under the Heritage Act 2017 that makes decisions on heritage issues in Victoria.

More detailed information is available at the Heritage Council of Victoria website.

Candidates are required to provide an Expression of Interest letter and a detailed CV through Get On Board.

Information for candidates, including required documentation and how to apply online, is available at Get On Board.

Expressions of Interest close on 12 March 2021.

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3. [NEW ITEM] Geelong UNESCO Design Week Events, 19-29 March 2021

Geelong UNESCO Design Week Events, 19-29 March 2021 – Geelong and Region Branch of the National Trust (GRBNT)

History buffs (and people interested in science, engineering and design) must not miss these events about Geelong’s brilliant inventor James Harrison during Geelong’s UNESCO Design Week (19-28 March).

Discoveries of the First and Second Industrial Revolutions were made mostly in the UK and America – except for Harrison’s world-changing 1854 invention of a steam-powered ice making machine here in Geelong, which was then part of a remote British colony.

1.      An Online Livestreamed Session James Harrison (1863 – 1893) Inventor – Editor – Entrepreneur

Harrison’s fascinating story includes his professional life as the founding Editor of the Geelong Advertiser in 1840 and his journeys to England pursuing development of his refrigeration inventions.

He was a community leader, an 1850s Town Councillor, politician, philanthropist and advocate for Geelong. Local admirers will take you on some of his life’s journey. Discover his local and world-changing influences.

·        When – 19 March 2021 at 7 pm AEDT (Harrison’s Scottish compatriots may view the event at 8 am)

·        Where – online; tickets $6, via Trybooking

2.      An Exhibition: James Harrison’s Momentous Achievements – models, medals, memorabilia

Patents and models of refrigeration machinery invented by this untrained draughtsman, engineer and visionary will be displayed, with nationally-significant family memorabilia and a timeline of Harrison’s life. Much of the display is on loan from his descendants for just one week, as is a model from Scienceworks.

The venue, Barwon Grange, was being built in 1854 at the same time as Harrison was experimenting nearby.

·        When – 20 & 21 March; then 24, 25, 26, 27 & 28 March

·        Check Trybooking for daily opening and ticket times

·        Attendance numbers at the Exhibition will be subject to COVID restrictions applying at the time

·        Where – Barwon Grange (National Trust property), 25 Fernleigh St, Newtown, Geelong

·        Tickets for timed entry are $6, via Trybooking

Information on the full Geelong UNESCO Design Week Program is at this link.

Further information on the GRBNT UNESCO Design Week events is at this link.

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4. [NEW ITEM] Solidarity in culture: Heritage protection under conditions of crisis conference, Online, 18-20 March 2021

Join us at the international virtual conference Solidarity in culture: Heritage protection under conditions of crisis

ICOMOS will be represented during this conference, on Friday 19 March during the Keynote Session 2:

Solidarity in Cultural Heritage: Synergies, Understandings and Opportunities in Coming Together to Protect Our Collective Cultural Heritage

  • Christopher Marrion, ICOMOS-ICORP / Marrion Fire and Risk Consulting PE LLC, USA
  • Zeynep Gul Unal, ICOMOS-ICORP / YTU, Turkey

More information can be found in the Virtual conference Solidarity in culture leaflet or at the conference website.

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5. [NEW ITEM] Architectural Drawings by Miles Lewis: online launch, 4pm AEDT, 28 March

 

 

Architectural Drawings by Miles Lewis

This book illuminates the art of architectural drawings.

The best trained and most experienced librarian or curator is likely to confront difficulties in dealing with architectural drawings. Even an architect will be unable to understand some aspects of drawings a century old.

Professor Miles Lewis, a leading architectural historian, in conjunction with the International Confederation of Architectural Museums (Australasia) demonstrates to professional curators how to collect, interpret and conserve these ephemeral works of art. In so doing he reveals fascinating insights and wonderful images for all who appreciate and practise fine art and architecture.

The Author

Miles Lewis AM FAHA, Professor Emeritus in the Faculty of Architecture, Building & Planning, at the University of Melbourne, is an architectural historian specialising in the cultural history of building.

He edited the international text Architectura, and is an honorary life fellow of the Comité International d’Architecture Vernaculaire. He also has a specialised architectural library collection, some hundreds of titles from which have recently been digitised and added to the online Building Technology Heritage Library (USA). 

More information

Online Launch

An online launch for the book is being held on 28 March at 4pm as part of the NGV Art Book Fair. Registration is free but bookings are required – book at this link.

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6. [NEW ITEM] EOI invited – Securing the Next ICOMOS Generation: Transitioning the Advisory Committee | deadline: 30 March 2021

During the Advisory Committee meeting in 2020 a recommendation was passed to seek volunteers to shadow and support the work of the Advisory Committee Officers (ACOs) in driving the work of the ACOs and implementing the recommendation of the 2020 Advisory Committee meeting. ICOMOS members are invited to actively volunteer to support the implementation of these Advisory Committee resolutions.

This initiative aims to facilitate and encourage ICOMOS members to share, experience and communicate the role of the Advisory Committee and the work of the ACOs, to share the lively debate and experience and increase the pool of future candidates standing for election as ACOs and to help support and increase the efficiency of the work done by the Advisory Committee and ACOs.

Advisory Committee Volunteers would be working directly with the ACOs on organisational and scientific project co-ordination and development. Assignments are varied and include – amongst many others – the development of the new Triennial Scientific Plan, working on the Sustainability and Communications Task Force, an ICOMOS mentoring scheme, developing regional National Committees communications, groups and meetings, and supporting World Monuments Watch reviews.

The Advisory Committee Volunteer EOIs should take the form of a brief email including a short description (250 words) about your professional background, any past roles with ICOMOS and other relevant experience.

We seek expressions of interest (EOI) from members to support the work of the Advisory Committee and ACOs in 2021. Interested ICOMOS members should send their  EOI to Deirdre McDermott by email by 30 March 2021.

If you have any questions please email the ICOMOS Secretariat by 30 March 2021.

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7. [NEW ITEM] Climate Change and Risk Assessment for Cultural Heritage virtual course, 2021 edition – starts 10 April

Virtual Course on Climate Change and Risk Assessment for Cultural Heritage
2021 Edition available in Spanish, Portuguese and English

Considering the current climate emergency and its impact on heritage conservation, the general objective of this virtual course is for participants to acquire tools to characterize a cultural institution based on the analysis of its building and its collections, in order to evaluate the risk to which its heritage is exposed.

Addressees

Graduates and students of technical and university careers linked to the management of cultural heritage. Professionals in architecture, design, museology, conservation, restoration, related specialties, cultural managers and public officials.

Duration of the course

The course will last ten weeks (equivalent to 30 hours), will begin on 10 April 2021. The contents and activities of the course modules will be published each week.

More information about this course is available via this link.

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8. [NEW ITEM] Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail, 10-11 April 2021

 

 

The Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail will be held on 10 and 11 April with early bird tickets to the event now on sale.

Over 120 local and guest artisans will demonstrate rare trades that helped build the Bathurst region including blacksmithing, saddlery, dry stone walling, whip making, glass artistry, tapestry, embroidery, carpentry and joinery, violin making and more.

Early bird tickets are just $15 and tickets can also be purchased on the weekend of the event.

For more information, visit this link, follow the event on Facebook and download the Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail 2021 flyer.

Individuals who are interested in demonstrating at the event – download this document EOI to demonstrate at the Bathurst Heritage Trades Trail for details.

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9. [NEW ITEM] Thoroughly Modern The Life + Times Of Moir + Sutherland Architects – pre-print purchase available

With the imminent release of Thoroughly Modern The Life + Times Of Moir + Sutherland Architects, author and conservation architect, Peter Freeman OAM, shares a selection of the exquisite drawings National Library of Australia Moir + Sutherland Archive.

For more information, see the Thoroughly Modern pre-print purchase 2021 leaflet.

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10. [NEW ITEM] New version of European Quality Principles available

ICOMOS has published a new version of the “European Quality Principles for EU-funded Interventions with potential impact upon Cultural Heritage”. This new version has been updated based on the feedback from partners and stakeholders. This document provides guidance on quality principles for stakeholders engaged in EU-funded interventions that could impact cultural heritage, mainly built heritage and cultural landscapes.

ICOMOS hopes that these Quality Principles and Selection Criteria will help to ensure, not only in Europe but also beyond, qualitative and sustainable investment for the future of our built cultural heritage. ICOMOS is committed to support such efforts and encourages you strongly to disseminate this document further.

Detailed information about this publication (including download links) is available at the ICOMOS website.

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11. [NEW ITEM] Foundation for Jewish Heritage Annual Review 2020 – available online

To read this Annual Review, click here.

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12. [NEW ITEM] ‘New Approaches to World Heritage Conservation: World Heritage Interpretation and Presentation’ webinar video online

The video of the first webinar in the “2021 Webinar Series on the Interpretation of World Heritage: World Heritage, Multiple Memories”, held in February and hosted by the Cultural Heritage Administration of Republic of Korea and Preparatory Office for International Centre for the Interpretation and Presentation of World Heritage Sites under the auspices of UNESCO can be viewed online here and via YouTube here.

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13. [NEW ISSUE] Read Heritage Tasmania’s latest news

To read the latest news from Heritage Tasmania, click on the link below.

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14. [NEW ISSUE] The Johnston Collection – News

Click on the links below to read the latest from The Johnston Collection.

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15. [NEW ISSUE] News from World Monuments Fund

To read the latest news from World Monuments Fund, click here.

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AUSTRALIA ICOMOS | ICOMOS MEMBER ITEMS

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Membership of the Australia ICOMOS Strategic Advocacy Reference Group – call for Expressions of Interest: deadline COB 12 March 2021

The current membership of the Australia ICOMOS Strategic Advocacy Reference Group (SARG) has been in place for a number of years, and it is time to refresh the membership, in accordance with the Australia ICOMOS policy for all groups.

The purpose of the SARG is to develop strategic level advice for Australia ICOMOS in relation to political and government level advocacy for cultural heritage, in particular for good heritage practice and heritage outcomes, primarily in the Australian context. It is also to review the strategic advice from time to time, to provide ongoing advice in relation to strategic level advocacy to Australia ICOMOS, and to consider advocacy training needs for Australia ICOMOS. The SARG is not primarily intended to undertake specific advocacy tasks, but rather to provide broader strategic guidance.

Members of the SARG will be selected based on demonstrated expertise and experience relevant to the advocacy work of Australia ICOMOS, although expressions of interest are also invited from those who have a particular interest in strategic advocacy but may not have had extensive experience in this area. This may include Young and/or Emerging Professional members, or members with the potential to develop an ability to contribute. Current SARG members are able to nominate to renew their membership.

More information can be found on the Strategic Advocacy Reference Group webpage and in the EOI document (link below). Please note that all individuals who express an interest in any Australia ICOMOS Working or Reference Group agree to be bound by the documents that can be found here.

Members of Australia ICOMOS are invited to express an interest in becoming a member of this Reference Group by sending a completed SARG_EOI form_February 2021 to the Australia ICOMOS Secretariat by email by COB 12 March 2021.

For further information please contact the current convenor, Duncan Marshall by email.

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TALKS / EVENTS / WORKSHOPS / FORUMS

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2021 International Online Workshop on Indigenous Heritage, 10-12 March 2021, ONLINE

ICOMOS Canada and the Indigenous Heritage Circle are coordinating the 2021 International Online Workshop on Indigenous Heritage to launch the ICOMOS Working Group on Indigenous Heritage.

The three-day workshop will consist of keynote speakers, panel discussions, breakout discussions, and artistic expressions / performances exploring important questions and themes surrounding Indigenous Heritage.

The goal of the workshop is to:

  • Draft a work plan for the Working Group on Indigenous Heritage
  • Review its mandate
  • Develop an ICOMOS Declaration on Indigenous Values and Heritage

For registration, please visit this link.

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Webinar: Charles Moore and Joseph Maiden – Outreach and Impact, 17 March, 5.45pm AEDT

Webinar: Charles Moore and Joseph Maiden – Outreach and Impact
17 March, 5:45pm AEDT
An online talk by Colleen Morris | bookings are essential

This talk discusses the influence of two directors of Sydney Botanic Garden: Charles Moore, director 1848 to 1896, then Joseph Maiden, 1896 to 1924; periods of continuous direction of 48 & 28 years respectively. As to record-keeping the two were antitheses: on Moore’s death the assiduous Maiden, who left voluminous records, wrote that Moore ‘wrote but little’.

However, Moore’s talent as a designer had an impression on a young William Guilfoyle, who undoubtedly drew on his knowledge of the Sydney garden when he designed the now-renowned Melbourne Botanic Garden. Both Moore & Maiden were influential in shaping attitudes to botany, horticulture, forestry and science in NSW and Australia at a critical time and this presentation will broadly discuss their legacy.

Sydney-siders can thank both for Sydney Botanic Gardens, Hyde, Centennial & Moore Parks and many more, via James Jones, right-hand-chap. Country NSW people can thank all for plantings around public buildings and sites, state-wide. Delivered via the state nursery in Campbelltown by NSW trains.

Melbourne-ites can thank both for Melbourne Botanic Gardens (via Double Bay boy, William Guilfoyle) and we can all thank them for a legacy of experimentation, importation, trialling and public green open space embellishment, which we continue to enjoy the benefits and fruits of, mostly unawares.

Cost: *$15 / 10 AGHS and Foundation & Friends, Sydney Botanic Gardens
Info and Bookings: visit this link

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CONFERENCE / SYMPOSIUM CALL FOR PAPERS & OPEN REGISTRATIONS

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DIGIARCH 2021, 24 March 2021

DIGIARCH 2021 – Cultural heritage in the digital age
24 March 2021

The digital age has long since dawned in the field of cultural heritage maintenance. The aim of this conference is to reflect on how to deal with the possibilities of digitized or digital cultural heritage – also against the background of recent experiences of the coronavirus crisis. The conference combines archeology, monument preservation and other areas of cultural heritage.

For more information, visit the conference website. Tickets are via this link.

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6th Heritage Forum of Central Europe, ONLINE, 16-18 June 2021 – call for papers deadline 31 March

The organisers of the 6th Heritage Forum of Central Europe, which will be held online on 16–18 June 2021, invite papers that address the theme “Heritage and Development”.

Proposals for 20-minute presentations should include a brief biographical note with your title and institutional affiliation and a maximum 150‑word abstract in English. They should be submitted by email by 31 March 2021.

Visit the conference website and download the call for papers for more information.

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

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PhD candidate seeks a second PhD supervisor

PhD ABSTRACT

Facility Condition Audits (FCAs) form a fundamental element of building maintenance and asset management throughout the whole-of-life (WoL) of a building. Without such inspections, the condition of a building remains unknown, exposing the asset to accelerated deterioration, inappropriate interventions, and increased risk to stakeholders. However, FCAs conducted on a heritage facility within a larger portfolio do not recognise or account for the specialist nature of such community assets. Traditionally, such audits were conducted by qualified inspectors completing handwritten audits based on their specialised understanding of heritage construction materials, design, legislation, and sustainable usage of the building.

Present-day audits possess several issues due to the involvement of unqualified inspectors and biased/inconsistent computer programs that do not reflect heritage concerns, and past literature is mostly limited to the issues and concerns of traditional pre-computer FCA processes.

Contrary to traditional practice, today, unqualified inspectors with limited heritage experience collect site data using computers, leaving the software to make decisions about the facility condition. These programmes are tailored too standard buildings and not heritage assets. Past research considering the issues of present FCA procedures centred upon computer site-data collection by unqualified and limited experienced inspectors hardly exists. Therefore, it is necessary to investigate the historical circumstances that led to the present FCA procedures, skills gaps of inspectors and methodologies to separate heritage buildings from the portfolios for individual attention.

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Individuals with relevant industry experience with respect to the abstract above, who wish to explore becoming a PhD supervisor for this research, can contact either of the individuals listed below.

PhD candidate: Kevin Stone MA BSc MRICS, 0435 087 581, or email Kevin (or alternate email here)

Main supervisor: Dr Chris Landorf, University of Queensland, +61 7 3346 7098, or email Chris

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2021 Inner West Built Environment Awards (Marrickville Medal) – submissions open & close 7 March

Submissions for the 2021 Awards now open!

Entries are now open for the 2021 Inner West Built Environment Awards. The two awards, which celebrate the rich heritage of the inner west, are the Marrickville Medal for Conservation and the Inner West Urban Photography Competition.

The theme of this year’s awards is “Our Heritage For the Future”.

Detailed information available here.

Submissions close on Sunday 7 March.

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City of Newcastle Urban Design Review Panel – EOI invited | deadline: 16 March

The City of Newcastle is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified design professionals qualified in, but not limited to, architecture, landscape architecture, urban design and heritage conservation, to join the City’s Urban Design Review Panel (UDRP).

The Urban Design Review Panel is a specialist group of design professionals with extensive experience and appreciation of the design issues of the Newcastle Local Government Area. Acting in an advisory capacity, the panel plays a vital part in improving the design quality of new development within the City of Newcastle by providing independent, impartial, expert design advice.

Positions will be filled in accordance with the procedures outlined in the adopted UDRP Charter with successful applicants appointed for a fixed 3-year contract.

For details on how to apply and further information on the Urban Design Review Panel, please visit this link.

Submissions will be received up to 2pm, Tuesday 16 March 2021.

Enquiries can be directed to the tenderlink forum or to Tania Antony on 02 49742735 or email Tania.

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Design in Context Case Studies – call for submissions | deadline: Friday 26 March 2021

The NSW Heritage Office is updating the Design in Context: Guidelines for Infill Development in the Historic Environment, prepared originally in 2005 as a joint publication of Heritage NSW and the NSW Chapter of the Australian Institute of Architects.

Detailed information is available in the Design in Context Case Studies – call for submissions.

The deadline for submissions is Friday 26 March 2021.

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Book in Exchange for Book Review

The following new publication is available for review. You will need to write a review of about 700-800 words to be published in Historic Environment (HE), in exchange for the free book. The book review will need to be submitted by mid-April 2021.

Please email Ian Kelly, the HE Reviews Editor, if you are interested in reviewing any of the above title. First come, first served!

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Safeguarding and reactivating our heritage – grants available | deadline: 26 March

Applications for Round 6 of the Victorian Government’s competitive community Living Heritage Grants Program will open on 1 February 2021 and close on 26 March 2021. 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 2021 Program Guidelines and Frequently Asked Questions at the Living Heritage Grants Program website.

To apply, follow the link to the online application portal at Living Heritage Grants Program website.

For more information, visit the Living Heritage Grants Program website or contact the Living Heritage Team is via email.

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Insurance cost offset grants available for exhibitions of cultural material – applications close 26 March

The Australian Government International Exhibitions Insurance (AGIEI) program is a funding program designed to offset insurance costs for touring major exhibitions of cultural material. Generally, these exhibitions include works from international collections.

The program aims to assist cultural institutions to provide access to significant cultural material the Australian public would not otherwise have an opportunity to access. By providing assistance with insurance costs, the Australian Government is able to encourage and support the staging of major exhibitions drawn from some of the world’s most historically significant and culturally rich collections.

Applications are sought for projects commencing between 1 July 2021 and 31 December 2022.

For more information visit the Australian Government Grants website.

Applications close 26 March 2021.

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National Trust (NSW) 2021 Heritage Awards – submissions invited by 29 March 2021

Do you know any projects completed in the last 12 months which promote, preserve or protect the built, natural or cultural heritage of New South Wales?

Projects large and small can be entered by organisations, individuals and community groups that demonstrate excellence in conservation, advocacy, education, interpretation and communication – including a new specific category for projects that promote greater conservation, understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal heritage.

Considering the adaptation of the heritage, culture, arts and community sector in a virtual world over the past year, we encourage any online programs, exhibitions, experiences and community activations and events to be submitted.

Entries close on Monday 29 March 2021. COVID-19 regulations pending, the National Trust Heritage Awards will be presented at the highly anticipated luncheon ceremony on Thursday 13 May 2021 at heritage-listed Doltone House in Pyrmont.

Click here to watch last year’s virtual ceremony, or click here to view the 2019 ceremony highlights, live from Doltone House.

For more information, key dates, entry criteria and the entry process, visit the National Trust Heritage Awards website, or contact The National Trust’s Event Coordinator Jilly Clark via email.

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Professional Development: ACAHUCH MicroCerts in Urban and Cultural Heritage: now from April 2021 onwards

The Australian Centre for Architectural History, Urban and Cultural Heritage (ACAHUCH) at the University of Melbourne is excited to announce the launch of a comprehensive suite of professional development short courses. The ACAHUCH Melbourne MicroCert series is designed for professionals of diverse backgrounds seeking to expand their applied skills in Urban and Cultural Heritage.

Our next lunchtime information session will be held on Wednesday 24 March 2021.

Our four online short courses draw upon the world-leading research, teaching and industry expertise within ACAHUCH.

Introduction to Values-Based Heritage (April 2021)
Gain an understanding of the leading approach to heritage management.

New Approaches to Heritage Significance (June 2021)
Learn cutting-edge techniques for assessing the cultural significance of heritage places.

New Tools for Documenting Heritage Fabric (July 2021)
Discover the technologies changing the ways that historic buildings, structures and materials are documented.

Statutory Heritage (September 2021)
An ideal introduction to urban and cultural heritage practice, statutory heritage schemes, and the key players in the field.

To learn more about the ACAHUCH Melbourne MicroCert series, please contact the Learner Support Team.

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Nominations open – 2022 World Monuments Watch | deadline extended to 1 May 2021

World Monuments Fund (WMF) is now accepting nominations for the 2022 World Monuments Watch.

The World Monuments Watch is a two-year program that seeks to discover, spotlight, and take action on behalf of heritage places facing challenges or presenting outstanding opportunities of direct relevance to our global society. Every two-year cycle of the Watch includes 25 heritage places from around the world, selected for their cultural significance, the need or opportunity for urgent or timely action, and the potential for World Monuments Fund to make a meaningful difference.

Through the Watch, WMF collaborates with local partners to design and implement targeted conservation programs – including advocacy, planning, education, and physical interventions in the historic built environment. The ultimate goal of the program since its inception has been to improve human well-being through cultural heritage preservation.

The 2022 cycle of the Watch is taking place amidst circumstances that have revealed the profound interconnectedness of our world. Together, we can innovate to create a more harmonious world where the past and present cohabitate, where local communities and their cultural heritage are recognized and respected, and where we and future generations have the capacity to appreciate our history, respect our differences, and better understand each other.

We are looking for nominations with clear potential to respond to the global need to ensure equitable representation for all, and the pressing challenges of climate change and imbalanced tourism.

To learn more about the nomination process, click here.

In conjunction with the 2022 World Monuments Watch, WMF is also highlighting past Watch sites that engage with priority themes for the 2022 Watch: underrepresented heritage, climate change, and imbalanced tourism.

Submissions will be accepted until 1 May 2021.

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International Heritage Co-operation Program | Call for Proposals 2021 – deadline 1 October 2021

The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands in Canberra, Australia welcomes project proposals for Dutch-Australian Cultural Heritage.

Introduction

Project proposals are now welcome for initiatives under the International Heritage Co-operation program of the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. Proposals for projects that actively promote intangible and tangible shared Dutch-Australian cultural heritage will be accepted for consideration until 1 October 2021 for grant allocations up to $30,000 (AUD)

The 4 Ms | Maritime, Military, Migrant & Mercantile heritage

The Embassy’s International Heritage program focuses on four pillars: Maritime, Military, Migrant and Mercantile heritage – the so called 4 M’s. The focus of the program over the next four years is on the sustainable preservation of this heritage, particularly through digitization.

For detailed information, including eligibility and selection criteria, visit the Kingdom of the Netherlands website.

Applications will be accepted until 1 October 2021 or until funding is exhausted. Early applications are advised.

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Call for Articles: Heritage Special Issue “Smart Heritage: Converging Smart Technologies and Heritage” | see note re: deadline

Smart technology and artificial intelligence are expanding into novel research and practical fields to create innovative solutions for society. Next in this evolutionary expansion is the heritage discipline, from which the convergence forms the unique Smart Heritage discourse. Smart Heritage is the convergence of autonomous and automatic technologies with the subjective processes associated with interpreting and valuing the past.

This Special Issue of Heritage (ISSN 2571-9408) provides a platform for examining, investigating, and proposing the convergence of smart technology and artificial intelligence with the heritage discipline. The issue welcomes contributors to explore this convergence in the areas of heritage, digital information technology and computing, museum studies, architecture, governance and policy, and urban planning.

Guest Editors: Prof. Dr. Marc Aurel Schnabel, Mr. David Batchelor, Dr. Michael Dudding; Victoria University of Wellington

More Information is available at this link.

NOTE: Whilst the publisher deadline is 31 December 2021, the editors will progress with an issue once they have sufficient numbers of articles, and publish later articles in a part-two following issue.

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SITUATIONS VACANT / WANTED

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[NEW] SITUATION VACANT Senior Project Officer (Temporary) NSW National Parks and Wildlife, Historic & World Heritage Team, [Applications reviewed upon submission w deadline 14 March]

This role will support delivery of a stimulus funded program that was announced in late 2020 by the NSW Government. This funding – provided to create jobs and grow the NSW economy – will focus on the maintenance, repair and restoration of visitor and park management in key locations including some NSW State Heritage Register listed locations to improve the local environment, enhance the visitor experience and support local tourism.

We are looking for a self motivated and highly organised person to fill a Senior Project Officer role with specific historic heritage responsibilities.

About the role

In this role, you will undertake key accountabilities in the context of heritage conservation and philosophy, ensuring high quality work is delivered. You will be providing high level advice and services relating to the assessment, conservation, adaptive reuse and maintenance of historic heritage assets and collections. You will also support the NPWS Operations branches with completing permits and applications for approvals.

To be successful for this role, you will have strong understanding and experience in applying best practice in historic heritage conservation and extensive experience of the NSW Heritage Act approvals process. You will have great interpersonal skills with the ability to supervise a small team ensuring deadlines are met and delivered at high quality. You will also be able to work with limited supervision and re-priortise your work when required. Experience with the Microsoft Office suite is highly desirable. Your ability to write clear reports and briefing notes to a high standard is essential for this role.

For more information about this opportunity, visit the I Work for NSW website.

Applications close Sunday 14 March 2021 (11:59pm).

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SITUATION VACANT Graduate Archaeologist (Identified position), GML Heritage, Sydney [Applications reviewed upon submission]

GML Heritage is seeking a bright and dynamic Graduate Archaeologist to join our consulting team. This is a full-time position based in Sydney. This role is currently only open to applicants who identify as being an Australian First Nations Person.

About us

GML Heritage is one of Australia’s leading heritage consultancies. We have over 30 years of experience and a reputation that sees us working on some of the most interesting and challenging projects in heritage.

At GML we share a commitment to provide heritage advice and services that are founded on bold thinking, intellectual rigour, industry best practice and effective community engagement.

We were recently recognised with the Best Heritage Consulting Firm (<$30m revenue) honour at the 2021 Consult Australia Client Choice Awards (that’s two years in a row!), and our projects and staff continue to win awards for innovative advice and solutions.

Our people are creative and committed specialists including archaeologists, architects, historians and built heritage experts.

The Position

In this role, you will work with and learn from experienced consultants across a range of heritage services. The role sits in the Sydney Aboriginal Cultural Heritage team but might work with colleagues from all over Australia.

You will conduct archaeological field work and support the productions of high-quality reports as you would expect but no two days will be the same.

You will use your knowledge of Archaeology to support a wide range of projects – large and small – with public and private clients. Go to our website to find out more about who we are and what we do and read about the types of work we do.

How to Apply

A position description can be accessed on our careers page.

If this role sounds like you and you are ready for the challenge, then please send your CV and a covering letter addressing the essential criteria noted in the role description to GML Heritage via email. Please include Graduate Archaeologist Identified in the subject heading

Applications will be reviewed upon submission. Please note only applications that address the selection criteria will be considered.

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SITUATION VACANT Heritage Advisor, Extent Heritage, Sydney [Applications reviewed upon submission]

About Extent Heritage

Extent Heritage is a leading heritage and archaeological consultancy servicing Australia and the Asia Pacific since 1998. We specialise in the provision of archaeological and heritage management services to a diverse range of clients in the private and public sectors.

Our team of archaeologists and heritage specialists have over 25 years’ experience in providing quality archaeological and heritage advice to clients. With extensive experience and the ability to resolve complex heritage management issues, our highly respected and motivated team is the cornerstone to our success.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Heritage Advisor to join Extent Heritage’s Sydney office Heritage Places team on a full-time basis.

The core business of our heritage places team broadly includes heritage advice and assessment, architectural and building conservation, interpretation, photographic documentation, and cultural heritage management.

For more information about this opportunity, visit this link.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

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SITUATION VACANT Senior Archaeologists, NSW, Extent Heritage, Sydney [Applications reviewed upon submission]

About Extent Heritage

Extent Heritage is a leading heritage and archaeological consultancy servicing Australia and the Asia Pacific since 1998. We specialise in the provision of archaeological and heritage management services to a diverse range of clients in the private and public sectors.

Our team of archaeologists and heritage specialists have over 25 years’ experience in providing quality archaeological and heritage advice to clients. With extensive experience and the ability to resolve complex heritage management issues, our highly respected and motivated team is the cornerstone to our success.

About the roles

We have a number of senior roles to fill in our NSW Archaeology and Cultural Heritage Services Team. We are looking for candidates with experience managing a range of commercial consultancy projects across Aboriginal and/or historical archaeology. Project management, stakeholder engagement, client liaison, archaeological assessment and excavation, and reporting are critical.

Positions will suit highly motivated and experienced individuals with well-developed research, writing, analytical, project management and technical skills. An understanding of New South Wales heritage legislation is essential and you must love working in who enjoys in a close-knit, supportive team environment.

For more information about this opportunity, visit this link.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

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SITUATION VACANT Advocacy Support Officer, National Trust of Australia (Victoria) [Applications reviewed upon submission]

Advocacy Support Officer, National Trust of Australia (Victoria), 6 month contract, part time (0.6FTE/3 days per week)

Do you want to make a difference in the protection and celebration of Victoria’s cultural heritage? A rare opportunity for a highly motivated individual has opened up at the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) in our small and dynamic advocacy team. The Advocacy Support Officer will be the first point of contact for the National Trust advocacy team, and will assist in the delivery of the Australian Heritage Festival (18 April—2 May), providing administrative, editorial, customer service, and marketing support to the Festival Coordinator, and liaising with National Trust staff and event organisers across Victoria. The Advocacy Support Officer will also assist with the establishment of a new industry directory service in consultation with heritage and allied professionals across Victoria, and provide support to our small, busy team, undertaking a range of administrative duties including filing and archive management, writing advocacy briefs and correspondence, media monitoring, and coordinating our busy property certificates service.

Applications will close once a suitable candidate is found. For details on how to apply, visit our website.

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SITUATION VACANT Senior Heritage Consultant, NBRS Heritage Studio, Sydney [Applications reviewed upon submission]

NBRS Heritage Studio is continuing to grow and we are now on the look-out for a Senior Heritage Consultant to join our experienced team.

This is a rare opportunity for a seasoned professional with a passion for heritage advice and conservation to join our multi-disciplinary practice and contribute to the growth and development of a high-performing team.

The Role

Working within the Heritage Studio and as part of a dynamic team, you will be responsible for writing reports and providing heritage advice to external clients and NBRS architectural projects.

The role is responsible for providing advice across all areas of heritage management and conservation practice including: heritage studies, thematic histories, heritage assessments, nominations; impact statements; conservation management strategies and conservation management plans; condition assessments; conservation schedule of works; maintenance schedules; expert evidence; archival recording and interpretation plans.

Utilising your excellent writing and advisory skills, the role will see you prepare reports on development feasibility with respect to heritage management issues; recommend maintenance strategies to remediate deteriorated fabric and maintain buildings and sites; and assist in the development of precedents of services and products.

In addition to heritage knowledge, you will also have excellent interpersonal skills to liaise and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

This is a ‘hands on’ role and we need a real team player with a positive attitude to take on each new task, no matter how big or small.

For more information about this opportunity, visit this link.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

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SITUATION VACANT Heritage Consultant/Advisor, NBRS Heritage Studio, Sydney [Applications reviewed upon submission]

NBRS Heritage Studio is working on some exciting new projects and we are now on the look-out for a Heritage Consultant/Advisor to join our team.

This is a unique opportunity for a dynamic individual with a passion for heritage advice and conservation to join our multi-disciplinary practice and contribute to the growth and development of a high-performing team.

The Role

Working within the Heritage Studio and as part of a close-knit team, you will be responsible for writing reports and providing heritage advice to external clients and NBRS architectural projects.

The role is responsible for providing advice across all areas of heritage management and conservation practice including: heritage studies, thematic histories, heritage assessments, nominations; impact statements; conservation management strategies and conservation management plans; condition assessments; archival recording and interpretation plans.

Utilising your excellent writing and research skills, the role will see you prepare reports on development feasibility with respect to heritage management issues; recommend maintenance strategies and assist in the development of precedents of services and products.

In addition to heritage knowledge, you will also have excellent interpersonal skills to liaise and build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

This is a ‘hands on’ role and we need a real team player with a positive attitude to take on each new task, no matter how big or small.

For more information about this opportunity, visit this link.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

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SITUATION VACANT Heritage Advisor, Extent Heritage, Melbourne [DEADLINE: 5 March]

About Extent Heritage

Extent Heritage is a leading heritage and archaeological consultancy servicing Australia and the Asia Pacific since 1998. We specialise in the provision of archaeological and heritage management services to a diverse range of clients in the private and public sectors. With teams based across Australia, Extent Heritage provides a single point of service for heritage assessment and management requirements across the country.

Our team of archaeologists and heritage specialists have over 25 years’ experience in providing quality archaeological and heritage advice to clients. With extensive experience and the ability to resolve complex heritage management issues, our highly respected and motivated team is the cornerstone to our success.

About the role

An exciting opportunity exists for a Heritage Advisor to join Extent Heritage’s Heritage Places team in Melbourne on a full-time basis. This role will report into Team Leader (Heritage Places), Victoria.

The core business of our Heritage Places team is built heritage conservation, inclusive of heritage buildings and structures, landscapes and objects. The team works with a wide range of clients, including local and state government, architects, planners, developers and owners of heritage places to proactively identify, assess and manage heritage. This client base presents staff with many unique and diverse project opportunities.

More information about this opportunity can be found here.

Applications close 5 March.

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