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The National Trust’s vision is for the Australian community to understand, value and explore the built, natural and cultural heritage that creates our national identity. |
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 The Heritage Festival 2012 - final week! The Heritage Festival 2012 runs until May 20 and celebrates our state’s innovations and inventions with more than 170 events across Victoria. For the first time ever you can download an iPhone App to search for Festival events, accommodation and other local attractions. View The Heritage Festival program here - and get involved! |
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 Book now to take part in a walking tour of historic churches in South Melbourne with leading authority on pipe organs, John Maidment OAM and art historian Dr. Bronwyn Hughes on Saturday 19 May 2012. The tour starts from St Lukes' Anglican Church in Dorcas Street. On Sunday 20 May you can also explore South Melbourne's extensive network of bluestone lanes with the Laneways & Byways guided walk, part of the Heritage Open Day at the Portable Iron Houses. The gates will open at Gulf Station on Sunday as part of the National Motoring Heritage Day at Yarra Glen Racecourse. There'll be a shuttle service from the racecourse or you can simply drop in. All of the details are here. For all of our upcoming events click here. |
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Ever wondered about the history of your neighbourhood? Learn the history behind significant buildings, trees, gardens, landscapes, public art, bridges and more. |
Find out about National Trust's campaigns, planning and advocacy work to conserve important aspects of our historic built and natural environment. |
Visit and enjoy some of our best known historic places and gardens, from magnificent mansions to historic cottages, all reflecting the diversity of Australia's rich past. |
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Como House & Garden Update The National Trust has been looking closely at Como House & Garden and how we can develop a sustainable business model that will secure its long term future. Following a period of consultation, The National Trust Board has agreed to proposed changes in Como's operations. The Trust will apply to Stonnington Council for a new permit for a range of works to improve community accessibility and facilities at Como. Como has moved from a seven-day-a-week to a bookings-based operating model. Como is not be open to walk up visitors. In the short term however, the site will continue to be available for bookings covering group tours of 10 or more people, as well as events and private functions. The Trust apologises for any inconvenience that these temporary changes may cause to people who wish to visit on a day-to-day basis over the coming months. |
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Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honour Saved! Minister for Planning Matthew Guy announced on 26 January 2012: "I have considered an independent report by the Heritage Council Permits Committee and believe it is critical to ensure the continuous and uninterrupted nature of this significant cultural heritage landmark," Mr Guy said. More... |
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Trust Collections Survey The National Trust is reviewing its entire collection nationally and will compile a list of all its special areas of focus as a collecting and exhibiting institution. Download a copy of the National Trust's collections and locations throughout Australia. |
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