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Integrating Heritage into the Activity Centres Program
The National Trust has submitted to consultation for the Train and Tram Zone Activity Centres Program, calling on the Department of Transport and P…
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Untangling Victoria’s Planning Reforms: Housing, Heritage and the Future of Our Cities
Victoria is in the midst of the most significant transformation of its planning system in a generation. Driven by a genuine housing challenge, the …
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National Trust Objects to Comedy Theatre High-Rise Development Threat
Feature Image: Comedy Theatre, 228-240 Exhibition St Facade. Source: VHD.
Earlier this month, the National Trust formally submitted its objectio…
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*Updated: Design Fast Tracks, Planning Scheme Amendments, and What It Means for Heritage
Feature Image: Map of Victoria. Source: Department of Transport & Planning
It’s been a big month for planning in Victoria, and the National Trus…
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Challenging Higher Insurance Premiums for Heritage-Listed Properties
Owners of heritage listed property are custodians of valuable community assets, which contribute to sense of place and identity for the places in w…
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Myth Busting Local Heritage Controls
Feature Image: Glen Eira Post War and Hidden Gems Study (edited)
In December 2023 the National Trust participated in a Planning Panel Hearing re…
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First enforcement of strengthened heritage protection laws
Feature Image: ‘Shenley Croft’ after the fire. Source: Boroondara Council.
Following the destruction of a heritage listed dwelling, ‘Shenley Cro…
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National Trust Responds to Planning Reforms
Feature Image: Melbourne Suburban Streets, 2018. Credit Tom Rumble. Source: Unsplash
In January the National Trust wrote to the Minister for Pla…
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National Trust Calls for Incentives for Local Heritage Custodians
Feature Image: Property recommended for the Maroondah Contemporary Homes Group Listing. Source: realestate.com.au
The National Trust is deeply c…
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Heritage Rail Bridges Under Threat
Feature Image: Koo Wee Rup First Bridge, Track View
In support of the Cardinia Shire Council, the National Trust has written to VicTrack, urging…
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