The ten page document, published October 2011, is updated from the original version compiled in June 2010.
Friday, December 2, 2011
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The ten page document, published October 2011, is updated from the original version compiled in June 2010.
One of the most beautiful high streets in NSW
From the Maitland Mercury report:
Maitland has one of the most beautiful high streets in the state but we need to do more to protect it according to Greens heritage spokesman David Shoebridge MLC.
Speaking outside the National Trust Hunter regional committee annual general meeting at Grossmann House, Mr Shoebridge said there was a lot to be happy about when it came to the state’s heritage, but also a lot of work to do.
“Towns need to have something to make it special so that people want to visit and live there, and Maitland’s got it,” he said. “I think Maitland has one of the most beautiful High streets in NSW. I think it should be better protected in the decisions made by the local council.”
Full article by Frances Sacco available at Maitland Mercury, 28 Nov, 2011.
Maitland has one of the most beautiful high streets in the state but we need to do more to protect it according to Greens heritage spokesman David Shoebridge MLC.
Speaking outside the National Trust Hunter regional committee annual general meeting at Grossmann House, Mr Shoebridge said there was a lot to be happy about when it came to the state’s heritage, but also a lot of work to do.
“Towns need to have something to make it special so that people want to visit and live there, and Maitland’s got it,” he said. “I think Maitland has one of the most beautiful High streets in NSW. I think it should be better protected in the decisions made by the local council.”
Full article by Frances Sacco available at Maitland Mercury, 28 Nov, 2011.
In grave condition: Les Darcy's family concerned
From the Maitland Mercury report:
The family of Australian boxing legend Les Darcy are worried his perfectly embalmed body is deteriorating because of water seeping through a crack in the grave.
Work on the restoration of the famous fighter’s grave is expected to start today using almost $80,000 in state, federal and community grants.
But the inclement weather during the past week has caused concern for family members, who visited the site where the Maitland icon rests next to his brother.
Full article Courtney Garnham available at Maitland Mercury, 28 Nov, 2011.
The family of Australian boxing legend Les Darcy are worried his perfectly embalmed body is deteriorating because of water seeping through a crack in the grave.
Work on the restoration of the famous fighter’s grave is expected to start today using almost $80,000 in state, federal and community grants.
But the inclement weather during the past week has caused concern for family members, who visited the site where the Maitland icon rests next to his brother.
Full article Courtney Garnham available at Maitland Mercury, 28 Nov, 2011.
Submissions for the ‘History and Genealogy 2012′ Handbook Close December 2011
As 2011 draws to a close, and 2012 is only a few weeks away, the Unlock the Past team are needing to finalise the content that will be in the next edition of their "History and Genealogy 2012" handbook.
December 15th is the cut-off date for articles to be submitted, while December 31st is the final date for adverts and vouchers, and any Directory updates.
The History and Genealogy 2011 Handbook was the first of it’s kind in Australia. The 2012 edition won’t superceed it, but rather compliment it, as it will be in a similar style of but with a different range of articles, adverts, vouchers, and an greatly expanded Directory section.
Register your interest by emailing alan@unlockthepast.com.au.
December 15th is the cut-off date for articles to be submitted, while December 31st is the final date for adverts and vouchers, and any Directory updates.
The History and Genealogy 2011 Handbook was the first of it’s kind in Australia. The 2012 edition won’t superceed it, but rather compliment it, as it will be in a similar style of but with a different range of articles, adverts, vouchers, and an greatly expanded Directory section.
Register your interest by emailing alan@unlockthepast.com.au.
City’s last brickworks to be demolished
From the Maitland Mercury report:
Bricks and clay pits once played an important role in Maitland’s economy.
Now the city’s last remaining brick works – the PGH yard at Metford – will be demolished under a plan approved by Maitland City Council on Tuesday.
The 1930s brick press building, clay shed, kiln shed, dispatch office, drying shed, loading dock, office and laboratory will be removed in two stages.
The brick press building will be archived, monitored and any heritage relics salvaged in recognition of its heritage significance.
Full article by Briony Snedden available at Maitland Mercury, 24 Nov, 2011.
Bricks and clay pits once played an important role in Maitland’s economy.
Now the city’s last remaining brick works – the PGH yard at Metford – will be demolished under a plan approved by Maitland City Council on Tuesday.
The 1930s brick press building, clay shed, kiln shed, dispatch office, drying shed, loading dock, office and laboratory will be removed in two stages.
The brick press building will be archived, monitored and any heritage relics salvaged in recognition of its heritage significance.
Full article by Briony Snedden available at Maitland Mercury, 24 Nov, 2011.
2012 National Trust Heritage Awards
Applications close: Monday 6 February 2012.
Now in its nineteenth year, the National Trust Heritage Awards continue to set an industry benchmark to winners and entrants alike, as well as to provide recognition amongst industry peers of excellence within the field of heritage conservation.
Check the National Trust website for more details.
Your Community Heritage
Your Community Heritage is a new approach to supporting and protecting Australia's heritage that will enable local communities around Australia to celebrate their local heritage.
The program recognises that our heritage is not just about 'big' heritage such as places on the World and National Heritage Lists, it is also about the heritage of individual communities, be they in regional Australia or small towns or in dispersed multicultural communities.
The Your Community Heritage Program comprises the following sub-programs to which the public may apply:
For more information, please refer to: Your Community Heritage
The program recognises that our heritage is not just about 'big' heritage such as places on the World and National Heritage Lists, it is also about the heritage of individual communities, be they in regional Australia or small towns or in dispersed multicultural communities.
The Your Community Heritage Program comprises the following sub-programs to which the public may apply:
- Protecting National Historic Sites
- Recovering from Natural Disasters
- Commemorating Eminent Australians
- Sharing Community Heritage Stories
- Celebrating Community Heritage
For more information, please refer to: Your Community Heritage
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