Campaigns
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The Trust has been lobbying for the preservation of Victoria's heritage since 1956. Advocacy is a major priority for the Trust. As the largest community based heritage organisation in Victoria, the National Trust is the lead body that can launch campaigns to protect heritage places from threats to their significance. Our major campaigns are below. For other issues visit our advocacy page. |
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Proposed new tower breaks height limit |
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The National Trust wants to hear your views about this controversial redevelopment proposal. The proposed part-demolition and construction of a 91m tower will have long repercussions in the Bourke Hill and parliamentary precincts. Visit the Trust's campaign website and have your say ! Visit savethewindsor.com |
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Removal of mature trees and creation of roundabout at Woolpack Road |
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The proposed Western Highway Realignment Project includes an extension of Woolpack Road to the realigned highway - which with removal of up to 12 mature Dutch Elms will threaten the Bacchus Marsh Avenue of Honour. The Trust believes that all alternative routes should be exhausted before any trees are removed. |
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A number of developments threaten Melbourne's CBD heritage |
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For instance, the proposed tower at 80 Collins Street (pictured) would completely dominate the famous 'Paris End' of Collins Street. Since heritage listings have not beeen reviwed for over 20 years, many places remain unprotected. Read more at saveourcity.com.au |
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Pending relocation of the ABC studios located next to Rippon Lea |
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With the pending relocation of the ABC studios located next to Rippon Lea Estate comes an opportunity to restore part of the gardens lost in the 1950s, and to provide much needed parking and perhaps a visitors centre. |
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Only the City Circle to retain W Class Trams |
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The Age and Herald Sun reported in February 2010 that one of the first acts of new Tansport Minister Mr Pakula has been to confirm the W class trams will no longer be used for commuter routes as soon as new trams become available. They will be retained only on the City Circle Line. |
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100 years old...but a tale of neglect behind the façade |
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This celebrated and symbolic gateway to the city, where millions have ‘met under the clocks’ and which was a work and social hub for thousands of railway employees, hides a sorry tale internally of physical neglect by its owner, the State government. Whilst two-thirds of the building is occupied and maintained by lessee Metro Trains, one-third is simply abandoned and neglected. |