Heritage Council of Victoria |
The Heritage Council of Victoria recognises, protects and celebrates Victoria's cultural heritage.
We advise the government and others on how to conserve and protect historically important objects and places for the enjoyment of current and future generations.
We are an independent statutory body and we provide legal protection for places and objects that are important to the history and development of Victoria.
The Heritage Council of Victoria is an independent statutory body which identifies and protects places and objects of cultural heritage significance to the State of Victoria.
Our role is to ensure that our diverse cultural heritage is enjoyed, managed and protected for current and future generations.
Our work
The Heritage Council of Victoria:
advises the Minister for Planning on the protection and conservation of Victoria's cultural heritage
decides which places and objects are added to or removed from the Victorian Heritage Register
reviews permit, archaeological consent and nomination decisions when requested
promotes public understanding of Victoria's cultural heritage and conducts community education and information programs
undertakes research related to identification, conservation and interpretation of cultural heritage
advises and liaises with state government departments and agencies and municipal councils on the protection and conservation of places and objects of cultural significance.
❊ Web Links ❊
➼ Heritage Council of Victoria
➼ www.heritagecouncil.vic.gov.au
❊ Also See... ❊
➼ St Kilda Walking Tour: From riches to rags and back again
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