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NSW Heritage Grants aims to improve the physical condition of NSW heritage items, assist communities to care for their heritage and supports local government in its role as manager of the majority of heritage items in NSW.

Many successful projects have been funded through the NSW Heritage Grants program.

A sample of interesting and innovative projects are presented here.

These completed projects describe the process through which energetic individuals and groups have used the funding to bring their projects to fruition. Money isn't everything. These case studies show that, applied in partnership with clear thinking and commitment, it can produce results that far exceed initial expectations.

Clicking on the images below will open a pdf document displaying project information.
Aboriginal heritage
projects		 Interpretative signs reveal the hidden stories of the former Aboriginal mission site Recapturing the history of
Brewarrina mission		 The community's understanding of Tamworth's history and heritage has been enriched by research on the area's first inhabitants
Tamworth's Aboriginal heritage
- survey and management		 The walking trail along the Murrumbidgee River by the Nari Nari Tribal Council tells people about Aboriginal culture, local history and environment of the Nari Nari nation
Walking with the Nari Nari

Work projects
 A community owned heritage precinct in the NSW Outback enjoys a mini tourist boom
The Milparkina Police Lock-up		 An outstanding landmark Art Deco building that has served the Leeton local and regional communities entertainment needs since it opened in 1930.
Roxy Theatre Leeton		 Built in Huskisson in 1911, the ferry has been restored given a new lease of life on display
The Lady Denman's
shortest voyage
  An iconic corner store in an historic Central West township regains its verandahs
Millthorpe Newsagency and Store		 Early settler graves restored and an Aboriginal midden stabilised
Bar Island on the
Hawkesbury River 		With assistance of heritage funding and a creative solution, visitors and locals can continue to enjoy Gundagai's historic bridge now and into the future
Gundagai's famous bridge
  BCA fire safety standards have been achieved in a heritage building without damage to heritage fabric
Parramatta Town Hall		    
Interpretation Projects Landscaping and interpretation at Brush Farm enable the homestead and gardens to host community events and activities
Colony's finest vineyard		 New interpretative signs enhance the Sirius Cove, Mosman heritage walk experience
Walking in the footsteps of the Curlew Camp artists		 There's no doubt that the former prison is now one of the Hunter Valley's premier cultural heritage tourist assets
Heritage grants help build Maitland Gaol into tourist showpiece
  A survey of museum collections relating to World Wars 1 and 2 contained in museums and libraries throughout NSW
The War at home		    
Community strategic projects Today's community action ensures that this remarkable construction will survive for future generations
The Great North Road 		Assisting the community-based National Trust work with local communities to conserve their cemeteries
Talking headstone, monuments and other grave issues! 		The Keep Australia Beautiful heritage awards recognise communities for their contributions to their local heritage and community spirit
Tamworth cleans up in Sustainable Cities Tidy Towns Heritage Award
Conservation management documents George Green may have been the master of his domain - but his grant vision now needs some tender care
Iandra Castle - the legacy of Australia's wheat baron		 Careful planning and management for the future of the home of the children's author leads to a best seller in the real estate market
Ethel Turner's Woodlands		 Managing a living film and cinema icon in central western NSW
The Amusu Theatre, Manildra - an art deco icon
Historical research and local archive projects Remembering Mittagong Farm Homes (renamed Renwick in 1976). A documented study of the working history of the former welfare homes.
Remembering Mittagong Farm Homes (renamed Renwick in 1976)		    
Local government heritage management A conservation with the heritage consultant on developing a community based heritage study for Gundagai
The road to Gundagai can be a journey of discovery 		Heritage main street studies have led to significant economic benefits to community, improved trade, tourism and enhanced local pride
Main street make-overs 		Many communities across NSW have access to a part time heritage advisor or employ a full time heritage officer through their local council
Heritage in wide open spaces - the role of the heritage advisor
  Many communities across NSW have access to a part time heritage advisor or employ a full time heritage officer through their local council
The right advice		 Small dollars can make a big difference and encourage positive relationships between councils and owners
From acorns to big oaks - opportunities available through local heritage funds 		The local heritage fund has been a catalyst to encourage works to heritage places since 1999 – everyone benefits!
Small grants, big results
Publications Creating a Living Past
Creating a living past, 2002
(PDF 7.1MB) 		NSW Heritage Assistance Program
NSW Heritage Assistance
Program completed projects,
July 1997- June 1998
(PDF 5.4MB) 		 
 

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