Australia ICOMOS E-Mail News No. 970

NEW ITEMS

  1. [NEW ITEM] REMINDER: International Day on monuments and Sites, NSW event, 18 April – bookings open!
  2. [NEW ITEM] Central Victorian Goldfields World Heritage Bid: Panel Discussion, online, 19 April, 1-2pm AEST
  3. [NEW ITEM] AICCM Agents of Change series: Session 2 – 22 April, 7-8.30pm AEST
  4. [NEW ITEM] Workshop on Volunteers, Canberra, 6 May
  5. [NEW ITEM] Heritage Summer School, Slovenia,  21-24 June 2021 | application deadline: 15 May
  6. [NEW ITEM] Advanced Masters in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions – applications close 21 January 2021
  7. [NEW ITEM] ICOMOS Slovenia Symposium, 16-18 September 2021, online – call for papers deadline: 30 May
  8. [NEW ITEM] M/C Journal Special Issue: ‘Design’ | call for papers – deadline: 11 June 2021
  9. [NEW ISSUE] The Best in Heritage news update

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] REMINDER: International Day on monuments and Sites, NSW event, 18 April – bookings open!

Title: Kinchela Aboriginal Boys Home – the journey towards healing
Date: Sunday 18 April 2021
Time: 4pm
Venue: Big Dig Archaeology Education Centre, Sydney
Cost: $11.58 ICOMOS Members | $16.83 Non-members (includes booking fee)
Bookings: via this link

A presentation by Alan Croker in association with Kinchela Boys Home Aboriginal Corporation will lead the conversation on the 2021 theme of the Day – Complex pasts: Diverse Futures.

Places are limited due to COVID safety restrictions.

Download the NSW 18 April event – KBH talk flyer for more information.

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2. [NEW ITEM] Central Victorian Goldfields World Heritage Bid: Panel Discussion, online, 19 April, 1-2pm AEST

On Monday 19 April at 1-2pm, the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is hosting a webinar as part of the Australian Heritage Festival to discuss the current campaign to secure World Heritage listing for the Central Victorian Goldfields. 

The panel will include Central Victorian Goldfields World Heritage Bid Patrons, The Hon. John Brumby AO and The Hon. Denis Napthine AO, and will be joined by industry experts, Trevor Budge AM, Strategic Projects Officer at City of Greater Bendigo; Kristal Buckley AM, Lecturer in Cultural Heritage at Deakin University; Prof. Susan Lawrence, historical archaeologist at La Trobe University; and Paul Rogers, Co-founder and Director at Planet Happiness.  

The event will provide both industry and the community with the opportunity to further understand the process of World Heritage listing, the socio-economic opportunities that listing can bring to the region, and how the community can contribute, including through the recently launched Happiness Index Survey.  

This event is hosted in partnership with Central Victorian Goldfields World Heritage Bid and Planet Happiness.  

Booking information at this link.

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3. [NEW ITEM] AICCM Agents of Change series: Session 2 – 22 April, 7-8.30pm AEST

Agents of Change: 10 Agents Over 10 Months

A series of online forums presented by the AICCM Preventive Special Interest Group. Following on from the successful 2019 conference Managing Risks to Collections, 10 AGENTS OVER 10 MONTHS will explore and expand the traditional 10 Agents of Deterioration to encompass relevant and topical themes – such as the climate change, bushfires, repatriation, and COVID.

The series will run from March to December covering one Agent per month, and has been developed to enable our Conservation community to continue to share knowledge, insights and experiences virtually through talks, presentations, workshops, panel discussions and hybrid events throughout 2021.

SESSION 2 DETAILS
22 April 2021
7pm–8.30pm
FREE EVENT

Speakers: John Marshall and Rhiannon Walker will be discussing how previous damage caused by physical forces has led to the development of innovative and unique custom mounting solutions. Focussing on three large and vulnerable works from the QAGOMA collection, they will share how the workshop team collaborated with conservators to design and fabricate safe and secure mounting systems, allowing these works to be moved, installed and displayed with much less risk of damage. More information here

Bookings required: click here to register

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4. [NEW ITEM] Workshop on Volunteers, Canberra, 6 May

Workshop: Volunteers – your most valuable resource
6 May 2021, ALL DAY
Australian National University, Menzies Library, McDonald Room
$440 per person

Many of our community organisations are totally reliant on volunteer help. Museums, galleries and tourism locations serve the community and volunteers are the key stone to our ability to deliver. But with the ‘stay at home’ mantra and the inability to open to the community, some volunteers may not feel needed or invited back. 

This workshop runs all day and covers the issues of attracting, finding and supporting our volunteers. We will cover the liability and the way to get the most from your volunteers, as well as how to fire ones that are not working for you, but against you. 

Some organisations may be stuck now with key volunteers taking corporate memory with them. We will discuss how to prevent this and what steps to take to build corporate strength. What are the new directions and important tasks you want to prioritise and resume. How do we make sure this re-entry time for volunteers and public engagement remains compliant and still welcoming and productive? This talk covers all of the aspects of volunteer management for small museums and community organisations, who are reliant on them.

The workshop facilitator is Victoria Pearce, Director of Endangered Heritage Pty Ltd. Victoria has worked internationally and around Australia in small regional, as well as large National organisations and collections. Supervising and task setting for volunteers and all staff, she established the National Textiles Museum of Malaysia. Victoria runs her own conservation business, supervising and inspiring interns and staff to build and grow our sector. Conservators are often called in to address some of the damage to collections caused by the well meaning best intentions, so with a wealth of experience we can work through ways to ensure the reopening and success of the collection you are in charge of. This workshop is aimed at managers and staff responsible for volunteers. 

Program

  • 9am -12.30pm session: Liability or resource – Why use volunteers? Who do you need? How do you get them? 
  • Lunch: Provided
  • 1pm – 4.30pm session: Tasking, training and corporate “memory capture” of volunteers.

Bookings: call Endangered Heritage (02) 62806280

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5. [NEW ITEM] Heritage Summer School, Slovenia,  21-24 June 2021 | application deadline: 15 May

The first University of Ljubljana Sustainable Heritage Summer School entitled Responsible Renovation of Cultural Heritage Buildings as the Basis of Sustainable and High-quality Living will take place between 21 and 24 June 2021, jointly organised by the Interdisciplinary and Interfaculty Institute of the University of Ljubljana and ICOMOS Slovenia, under the auspices of Slovenian National Commission for UNESCO.

The topic is focused on the current practice of improving the energy performance of 19th and 20th century residential buildings, representing an important potential of sustainable development as well as opportunities for effective implementation of circular economy in practice. As in many cases these buildings are an important part of architectural heritage, our focus will be on the questions of how to preserve the values of this heritage and how to introduce the qualities of contemporary living therein. The renovations must be comprehensive rather than merely involving the addition of thermal insulated envelopes. To achieve the sustainable development goals, thus creating a better life for everyone, we need to establish comprehensive solutions and draw together all stakeholders.

The summer school will include talks by renowned international and Slovenian experts. Dr. Ege Yildirim and Prof. Dr. Dipl.-Ing. Jörg Haspel will focus on presenting the Sustainable Development Goals 2030 and the significance of preserving the 20th-century architectural heritage; professors and researchers from TU Delft, Prof. Dr. Andy van den Dobbelsteen and Dr. Leo Oorschot, will present the Dutch experience in this field, and through the workshops the activities undertaken in the Netherlands in relation to efficient renovations and improving the energy performance of multi-dwelling buildings, in order to achieve the goals of a carbon-free society by 2050 and preserve the significant architectural heritage.

This summer school is intended for students as well as everyone dealing with the problems in question in practice: experts in heritage protection and energy performance improvement, apartment owners, and various decision-makers both in Slovenia and beyond.

The language of the summer school will be English, the workshops will be also held in Slovenian.

For their participation at the summer school, the students enrolled in the Master’s study programme will be awarded 3 ECTS, the students enrolled in UL’s PhD study programme in Architecture 5 ECTS, while ZAPS members will be awarded 8 points and IZS chartered and supervising engineers will be awarded 3 points for their participation.

All participants will receive a Certificate of Participation upon completion of the summer school.

The application deadline is 15 May 2021.

>> more information on the summer school and programme

>> application form

>> email for additional information

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6. [NEW ITEM] Advanced Masters in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions – applications close 21 January 2021

After 10 years of European funding, 420 students and 70 countries, applications for the Advanced Masters in Structural Analysis of Monuments and Historical Constructions are opened up to 20 May 2021. This international course on the conservation of heritage structures was the winner of the 2017 European Union Prize for Cultural Heritage “Europa Nostra”, and presents a unique opportunity to meet people from all over the world.

This Masters Course, which is running its 14th Edition, is organized by a consortium of leading European Universities/Research Institutions in the field, including the University of Minho (coordinating institution, Portugal), the Technical University of Catalonia (Spain), the Czech Technical University in Prague (Czech Republic), the University of Padua (Italy) and the Institute of Theoretical and Applied Mechanics of the Czech Academy of Sciences (Czech Republic).

The course combines the most recent advances in research and development with practical applications.

A significant number of scholarships, ranging from 4,000 to 13,000 Euro, are available to students of any nationality.

Please find full details on the MSc programme, as well as the electronic application procedure, at the course website.

Visit also the SAHC blog and connect via LinkedIn.

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7. [NEW ITEM] ICOMOS Slovenia Symposium, 16-18 September 2021, online – call for papers deadline: 30 May

ICOMOS Slovenia invites you to the 4th International Symposium of ICOMOS Slovenia, which will be held via Zoom on 16-18 September 2021.

The theme this year is Resilient Heritage. The working language of the symposium will be Slovenian and English and it will be conducted in three parts:

   I. The situation and how prepared are we?

   II. Key challenges

   III. Cultural heritage as an example: experiences and case studies

The deadline for submissions is 30 May 2021.

More information can be found in the ICOMOS Slovenia Symposium_call for papers.

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8. [NEW ITEM] M/C Journal Special Issue: ‘Design’ | call for papers – deadline: 11 June 2021

‘design’

Between its broader sense of intent and that of making a drawing or plan, design appears to be expanding in both meaning and its application. Design is well understood when related to our material culture, where the medium often bears the imprint of the designer/s. Design has moved relatively seamlessly from the physical into the digital world. It makes sense that someone designs the applications that we use and that digital content, just as much as a poster, requires design. Design activities are rarely inseparable from a market economy, but the language of design has infiltrated business more broadly.

>> more information about the special issue and how to submit an article

Article deadline: 11 June 2021

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9. [NEW ISSUE] The Best in Heritage news update

Click here to read the latest news from The Best in Heritage.

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TALKS / EVENTS / WORKSHOPS / FORUMS

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Canberra Modern 2021 – 6-26 April

Canberra Modern is back with an engaging program of events as part of the Canberra and Region Heritage Festival 6-26 April 2021!

Under the theme ‘Reimagine’, Canberra Modern is showcasing both known and unknown parts of Canberra’s rich mid-century history with walks, home tours and speaking events in some amazing and usually inaccessible locations.

Visit the Canberra Modern website for more information and ticket bookings.

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(re)create: art and the activation of heritage, one-day symposium, 21 April, Canberra

(re)create: art and the activation of heritage
One-day symposium, Wednesday 21 April 2021, 8:45am–5pm
Ann Harding Conference Centre, University of Canberra

(re)create is a one-day symposium exploring the role of creative art practice in the activation of heritage places, practices and projects.

(re)create brings together artists, curators, heritage professionals and other researchers to explore the new perspectives that art can bring to heritage interpretation, engagement, community participation and collective problem-solving.

Speakers will discuss their involvement in reanimating archives, reimagining histories, place and ecologies, and drawing inspiration from collections and things. Whether it be the activation of dormant seed banks, endangered mammals on the edge of suburbia, or the values of mid-century modern buildings, art has a role to play in how we frame our future heritage.

>> visit the symposium website for more information

Download the re-create symposium flyer.

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20th Century Heritage Society NSW Walk and Talk Program – “A Street of Strange Delight”, 24 April, 2pm AEST

In September 1935, in a double-page feature, The Home magazine described Hastings Road, Warrawee, as ‘A Street of Strange Delight’.

The editor of that long-departed journal observed how the inhabitants had ‘…striven harmoniously to preserve the rustic flavour that characterises the district’ and had succeeded in ‘making a simple street one of the most notable in NSW’.

The Home enthused about ‘Rivenhall’ – with its exotic Japanese tea house – and ‘many other residences of pleasing design’.

Today, Hastings Road is still known for grand residences such as ‘Wirepe’ (pictured above), and ‘Pibrac’, designed by Canadian architect John Horbury Hunt.

We hope you’ll join us in this exciting first step in the revival of our Walks & Talks program. Our guide will be architectural historian Dr Zeny Edwards OAM. We’ll be entirely outdoors, with social distancing guidelines being observed.

Date: 24 April 2021

Time: 2pm to 4pm

Cost: $35

Location: Hastings Road, Warrawee (meeting place to be advised)

Register via this link

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CONFERENCE / SYMPOSIUM CALL FOR PAPERS & OPEN REGISTRATIONS

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CAS-ASHA Annual Archaeology Symposium: Suburban Archaeology, 17 April 2021

A half-day Archaeological Symposium on a theme related to the ACT and Region Heritage Festival – ‘reImagine’ – will be held on 17 April 2021. There will be 6 expert speakers giving 5 presentations, followed by a Q&A panel. It is a collaborative event between Australian Society for Historical Archaeology (ASHA) and the Canberra Archaeological Society (CAS). It is the third year of symposium presentation and its general purpose is to promote a greater public awareness and understanding of archaeology, including both Indigenous and historical archaeology.

The Symposium theme will explore how archaeology assists in the ‘reImagining’ of Canberra’s past and heritage for its greater understanding and conservation. It will be an exciting event that will explore how Indigenous and historical archaeology assists in the ‘reImagining’ of the ACT’s heritage for its greater understanding and protection. Interesting talks will include a focus on the ACT Government’s archaeological investigative work for greenfields/suburban development including contextual research, field survey, on other suburban archaeology, including geoarchaeology, and will also, importantly and critically, include an Indigenous perspective.

This year the Symposium will be held in the Theatre of our other event partner, the Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG). Under the ACT’s COVID social distancing restrictions attendee numbers will be strictly limited. Entry by gold coin donation.

See the CMAG Events website for a detailed program; bookings via Eventbrite.

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4th International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism, online, 20-21 May 2021 | abstract deadline: 20 April 2021 [LAST CALL]

4th International Conference of Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism
Alanya HEP University, Alanya, Turkey – Online
20-21 May 2021

The organizing committee of the 4th International Conference on Contemporary Affairs in Architecture and Urbanism (ICCAUA 2021) invites abstracts for this conference. The ICCAUA 2021 conference will be held online at Alanya HEP University, Alanya, Turkey, on 20-21 May 2021.

The general conference topics are listed below, with more information at the conference website.

– Architecture and Technology
– Sustainability and Urban Design
– Heritage and Cultural Landscapes
– Habitat Studies and Infra Habitation
– Civil engineering

The publication opportunities can be explored here.

The deadline for abstracts is 20 April 2021.

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Encounters, 2021 South West Heritage conference, 22-23 April, Busselton, WA

Encounters, 2021 South West Heritage conference
22-23 April, Busselton

The program for the 2021 South West Heritage Conference has been released. Program highlights include:

Cultural encounters in Gatharraguda, the Shark Bay World Heritage Area
Harry Oakley, Dr Jade Pervan, Aidan Ash, with Malgana Rangers

Aboriginal healing and truth-telling through digital heritage preservation
Reena Tiwari and Professor John Stephens

Positive outcomes for hopeless cases
Ian Boersma

Developing the Busselton Cultural Precinct
Maxine Palmer

Encounters with WA’s iconic heritage places
Nerida Moredoundt

Reimagining the visitor experience at Strawberry Hill, Barmup
Kelly Rippingale

Aboriginal engagement at National Trust WA places in Noongar boodja
 Leanne Brass

Conserving Woodbridge
Caroline Stokes

Delegates will also have the opportunity to choose from site visits to iconic South West heritage destinations such as Busselton Jetty, Busselton Cultural Precinct, Old Butter Factory Museum, Cape Naturaliste Lighthouse and Ngilgi Cave or Wonnerup House.

The conference will feature practical advice and hands-on workshops that focus on the care and conservation of heritage places, with specialists demonstrating basic conservation and maintenance tips that can be adopted by any property owner or manager.

A local government workshop will provide local government delegates with practical advice and updates on current practice for community heritage, assessment of local heritage places and heritage in planning.

The program is available to be viewed online alongside information on presenters and topics.

Follow the Heritage Council on Twitter or visit the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage website to be the first to know when registrations open later this month.

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ISC TheoPhilos conference, 14-15 June 2021, Florence – call for abstracts: deadline 1 May

Papers are invited for the International Scientific Committee on Theory and Philosophy of Conservation and Restoration conference, Doctrinal texts – achievements, importance and future in the protection of heritage / 90th anniversary of the Athens Charter.

For more information, visit the conference website.

Deadline for abstracts: 1 May.

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2021 West Dean student conference, online, 30 June – 1 July 2021 – call for abstracts: deadline 3 May

Abstracts are invited for the 2021 West Dean student conference, Inclusion, Access, Diversity: Changing the Face of Heritage Conservation, on 30 June – 1 July 2021. This conference offers an opportunity to exchange ideas about the need to focus on inclusion, by supporting access into the profession and diversifying approaches within the profession.

The central focus of the conference is two-fold, reflected in a split approach to sessions:

  • Day 1 will be aimed towards schools, Colleges and Universities, to introduce the field of conservation to younger groups unfamiliar with the profession.
  • Day 2 will be focused within the profession, to discuss how conservation and its application can be adapted to be more diverse and inclusive, and to present conservation approaches from across the global conservation community.

Speaker participation from students, allied professions, global professionals, community groups, and institution representatives is encouraged.

For more information, visit the conference website.

Deadline for abstracts is 3 May 2021. A selection committee will review abstracts and notify speakers by 24 May.

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

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NSW Heritage Act Review – public consultation process

On Wednesday 7 April 2021, the NSW Special Minister of State, Minister for the Public Service and Employee Relations, Aboriginal Affairs, and the Arts, the Hon. Don Harwin, (who’s portfolio includes Heritage) issued a press release titled “NSW to Modernise Heritage Protections: new Discussion Paper sets stage for Heritage Act Review”.

The NSW Government is inviting community discussion on how heritage can be better managed and protected in NSW. This is part of a government initiated review of the Heritage Act 1977.

A discussion paper has been published, which should assist with this public consultation process. No time frame for this review has been provided on either the Media Release or the Discussion Paper.

While a review of the Heritage Act is welcomed, recent public statements by some members of NSW’s state parliament suggest there may be pressure to dilute its effectiveness.

The press release and discussion paper can be found at this link.

Australia ICOMOS is extremely interested in this recently announced review, and is considering how it can best contribute. In the meantime, individual members may be interested in engaging directly with the review process, and are strongly encouraged to do so. Members can register to be kept informed about this review by sending an email to the relevant NSW Gov Team.

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QLD Heritage conservation grants now open – applications close 19 April

Applications are now open for Round 5 – Heritage conservation of the Community Sustainability Action grants program.

Grants of up to $40,000 (excluding GST) are available for projects that seek to conserve places entered on the Queensland Heritage Register.

Funding is available for conservation activities including urgent repair works, roofing, stumping, painting, re-pointing and other similar restoration works and for Conservation Management Plans prepared by a qualified heritage architect.

Applications will be accepted from the owners of places entered on the Queensland Heritage Register, including individuals and trusts, as well as not-for-profit organisations that are responsible for managing such places.

Applications close 4:00pm on Monday 19 April 2021.

Program guidelines and application details are available on the Queensland Government website.

For more information email the Grants Team.

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George Alexander Foundation International Fellowships – applications close 23 April

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 2021 George Alexander Foundation International Fellowship provides an opportunity for individuals aged between 18-35 years 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

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 (guidelines and form), visit this link.

Applications are now open and close at 5pm, 23 April 2021.

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Call for EOI to deliver specialist services under the ATSHIP Act – deadline 26 April

The Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment is seeking expressions of interest for the delivery of specialist services under the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Heritage Protection Act 1984 (ATSHIP). The Act is used to protect significant Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander areas and objects from threat of harm.

To fulfil the requirements of the Act we need the services of skilled report writers and consulting agents (mediators). These people must have skills in these areas and be able to work effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

More information on the duties and responsibilities of this work is at this link, together with information on how to submit an Expression of Interest.

Expressions of Interest are due by 26 April 2021.

Should you need any further information the Department of Agriculture, Water and the Environment can be contacted by phone on (02) 6275 9450, or by email.

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Multidisciplinary Australian Danish Exchange scholarships available – application deadline 26 April

Multidisciplinary Australian Danish Exchange
A five week immersive program
28 June – 31 July 2021

Win a $4,500 scholarship and spend 5 weeks immersed at Sydney Opera House – more information at this link

Are you a NSW architecture, engineering or design student? Do you love Sydney Opera House?

For the first time ever, the Multidisciplinary Australian-Danish Exchange program, MADE by the Opera House, is giving NSW students the opportunity to work on a collaborative project at Sydney Opera House, including a AU$4,500 scholarship.

MADE by the Opera House fosters Danish architect Jørn Utzon’s remarkable vision for the future.

Applications close Monday 26 April 2021, 10am AEST.

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Jeonju International Awards for Promoting Intangible Cultural Heritage – applications close 30 April 2021

Applications for the third annual Jeonju International Awards for Promoting Intangible Cultural Heritage (JIAPICH) are invited. The awards ceremony will be held in September 2021.

Forms for both the individual and organizations can be found at the Jeonju International Awards website. The prize pool is $30,000 USD and will be distributed among 1~5 teams. There are no costs for the application process.

The application deadline is 30 April 2021.

The previous year 2020 JIAPICH gained positive feedback from our ICH community around the world. Thirty-nine applicants from 27 different countries applied for the awards. Out of the 39 applicants, there were 11 individual and 28 group applications. The 2020 JIAPICH ceremonies were held online, streamed through YouTube: CICS in Korea and the Jeonju City Homepage.

It is the hope of Jeonju that the JIAPICH will become the lighthouse of hope for all ICH holders, groups, and individuals who are striving to safeguard ICH.

Jeonju will continue to honor those who have contributed to the safeguarding and transmission of ICH through JIAPICH. We hope to see many ICH bearers, communities, and those in the ICH safeguarding practice apply to the 2021 JIAPICH Awards and have the opportunity to be recognized.

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Chinese Heritage in Northern Australia (CHINA Inc) call for EOIs to present in Seminar series: deadline 30 April

CHINA Inc is calling for EOIs to present at their forthcoming Seminar Series 2021/2022 – Theme 1: “Chinese in Northern Australia during World War 2”.

For more information, see the EOI_CHINA Inc Seminar Series 2021.

Depending on the level of interest, their current plan is for Theme 1 to run for 6 months using the maximum number of formats identified in the above info sheet. They are then proposing to develop the second theme on the topic of “Chinese Cemeteries in Northern Australia”.

Submit an EOI by 30 April 2021.

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ICOMOS PRERICO webinar – call for presenter EOI | deadline 30 April 2021

International Seminar [Webinar] call for EOI:
Reuse And Regenerations of the Cultural Religious Heritage in the World: Comparison among Cultures

PRERICO, the ICOMOS International Scientific Committee on Places of Religion and Ritual, promotes an intercultural meeting with PRERICO members and invites all ICOMOS members to open a dialogue on the reuse and regeneration of religious cultural heritage in different countries of the world.

This meeting aims to approach ICOMOS members to a very important topic that we must analyze also in relation to the goals of Agenda 2030. All scholars and professionals are invited to propose experiences, projects, opinions, documents and ideas, because we believe every person is able to research, learn and communicate their cultural experiences for the development of humanity.

This meeting also aims to start a collective work with a common document on this important topic. During this international meeting, we will discuss the shared meanings and human values on which each nation must build cultural policies and relations with other countries in order to preserve and enhance cultural religious heritage.

All PRERICO and ICOMOS members are welcome to participate as speakers. We are expecting a two hour webinar with about 10 speakers, giving 10 minute presentations. The webinar can be extended if there are more speakers than expected.

Main Issues

1. Theoretical approaches: conservation, regeneration, and reuse.

2. National laws, local recommendations, and legal procedures.

3. Projects and best practices.

Download the PRERICO 2021 International Seminar – call for EOI to apply.

Deadline for the title and abstract: 30 April 2021.

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Woollahra Design Excellence Awards – nominations close 21 May 2021

It is with great pleasure that we announce the Woollahra Design Excellence Awards are returning in 2021.

The Awards highlight and acknowledge examples of buildings and places that make an excellent contribution to the unique character and heritage of Woollahra.

Nominations close 21 May 2021.

Local residents and their architects, planners, builders or consultants are encouraged to nominate projects from within the Woollahra Local Government Area completed within the last five years, up to 29 March 2021.

Category winners will receive official recognition through the presentation of the Award at a private ceremony in July 2021.

This year we are pleased to welcome comedian and architecture enthusiast, Tim Ross, as our guest speaker at the Awards ceremony.

Head to the Woollahra Design Excellence Awards website to view the judging criteria and what you need to get your entry ready!

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SITUATIONS VACANT / WANTED

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SITUATIONS VACANT Graduate Heritage Specialist & Senior Heritage Architect, Tanner Kibble Denton Architects, Sydney [Applications reviewed upon submission]

Tanner Kibble Denton Architects offers two great opportunities to work with our award-winning heritage team: a Graduate Heritage Specialist and a Senior Heritage Architect. We’re passionate about heritage conservation and adaptive re-use and we have some exciting projects across the full range of heritage practice – adaptive reuse, CMPs, heritage appraisals, archival records and fabric repairs.

We are looking for people who enjoy unique challenges, are focussed and have a range of skills and local experience in heritage architecture. Immediate start available.

Please contact George Phillips by email for more information. Detailed role descriptions will be provided on request.

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SITUATION VACANT Associate Historical Heritage Consultant/Archaeologist, Jacobs, Sydney [Applications reviewed upon submission]

Jacobs’ Heritage Consulting Team includes Archaeologists, Architects and Cultural Heritage Advisors with extensive experience in State and Federal government sectors and environmental consulting. Our team has experience working in all states of Australia and we have members of the team based in several offices throughout the country.

With a strong pipeline of work in New South Wales, we’re seeking an Associate Historical Heritage Consultant / Archaeologist to provide technical and professional leadership, project management and business development support within our Cultural Heritage team in Sydney. Our current and emerging projects span a variety of sectors including transport infrastructure, power and energy, water, renewables, waste to energy, Defence and industrial. This solid pipeline provides our team with tremendous career opportunities, signature projects and a diversity of invigorating work.

In this role you will lead and contribute to identifying, sourcing and winning opportunities by building strong relationships with our clients. You will lead and/ or write proposals; lead and support the delivery of historical heritage; supervise and undertake historical heritage assessments, significance assessments and Heritage Management Plans. Based in Sydney, you’ll have the opportunity to work on a variety of cultural heritage projects across Australia and New Zealand. You’ll mentor junior staff, nurturing new technical experts and leaders. You’ll grow your career as you interact with key clients to grow our business, and we’ll provide you with the tools to do so.

You are an accomplished practitioner, having delivered a variety of heritage projects with excellent outcomes for clients and the business. You have broad experience – across sectors, project size and project life cycle – enabling you to provide a range of solutions to clients. A creative and innovative thinker, you will see opportunities to do things better, bringing value to clients and to the business.

Other key requirements include:

  • Extensive experience in Cultural Heritage consulting and/or heritage regulation
  • Extensive technical experience in archaeology and/or cultural heritage with an emphasis on historical heritage
  • Excellent report writing skills
  • Coaching and mentoring capabilities
  • Business acumen
  • Effective communication
  • Successful networking abilities to pursue new opportunities

For further information and to apply, please see the Jacobs website.

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SITUATIONS VACANT Experienced Archaeologists (2 positions), GML Heritage, Sydney [Applications reviewed upon submission]

GML Heritage is seeking two bright, dynamic and experienced Archaeologists to join our consulting team. These are full-time positions based in Sydney.

About us

GML Heritage is one of Australia’s leading heritage consultancies. We have over 30 years’ 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 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.

Go to our website to find out more about who we are and read about the types of work we do.

The Position

In these roles, you will work with experienced and energetic consultants across a range of heritage services. The roles sit in either the Sydney Aboriginal Cultural Heritage team or the Sydney Historical Archaeology 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.

How to Apply

A position description can be accessed on our careers page.

You must read the position description before applying.

If this role sounds like you and you are ready for the challenge, please send your CV and a covering letter addressing the essential criteria noted in the role description to GML Heritage via email noting which role you are applying for.

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

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SITUATION VACANT Cultural Heritage Specialist, AECOM, Brisbane [Applications reviewed upon submission]

AECOM’s multidisciplinary team of dedicated heritage specialists has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Archaeologist / Cultural Heritage Professional to join the team in Brisbane. This role will see you join a team of heritage specialists with experience in both Aboriginal and historical heritage. We offer clients expertise in heritage management, impact assessments, excavation/salvage and community consultation.
Reporting to the Cultural Heritage Team Lead, you will utilise your well-developed technical expertise to carry out cultural heritage assessments for a range of clients and stakeholders. You will undertake desktop assessments and complete field surveys to identify, document and assess heritage values under State and Commonwealth legislation.

You will produce high quality reporting tailored to our client’s needs and expectations. You will have a client-focused approach, with a passion for fostering positive relationships with clients and communities, and for delivering above-expected outcomes.

This role will give you the opportunity to work in a professional team of specialists who are focused on delivering high quality work for diverse heritage projects around Australia in the Defence, renewables, infrastructure and other sectors. You will be encouraged to grow and develop your career with our business.

For more information about this opportunity, visit this link.

Applications will be reviewed upon submission.

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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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