What We Do
Learn about the different functions of Heritage NSW, Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee (ACHAC) and The Heritage Council of NSW.
Aboriginal Cultural Heritage
Discover the richness, vibrancy and importance of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage, and learn how to recognise, respect and protect it.
Understand How Heritage Listing Works
All three levels of Government have a role to play in identifying and protecting heritage places. Learn how we work together to protect our incredible heritage in NSW.
Search Heritage NSW Databases
Search the State Heritage Inventory, including declared Aboriginal Places, items listed on the State Heritage Register and much more.
Heritage Grants & Funding
Did you know our Grants Team were crowned the winners of the 2019 Grantmaker of the Year Award? Learn about the Heritage Grants, how to apply and some of the grants awarded by us in the past.
Publications, resources and the Heritage Library Catalogue
Browse our extensive Publications and Resources Collection and the Heritage NSW Library Catalogue and find the information you need.
Heritage Consultants Directory
Looking for a tradesperson, conservation architect or a supplier who specialises in heritage work? Our consultant directory lists people who can provide specialist heritage knowledge or technical expertise.
Latest Announcements
Read our press releases and latest news.
What’s On
Check out the latest heritage events here and abroad.
Media enquiries
Contact details for journalists and media enquiries.
Meet Our Strategic Partners
We work with a network of valued partners who are supporters of our efforts to conserve and celebrate NSW heritage.
Engaging Our Communities
We listen to all voices to inform our decision-making. Learn how we consult and engage with our communities.
Using New Technologies to Preserve the Past
Discover how digital technologies such as Virtual Reality and 3D Modelling can help to protect heritage.
Maritime Heritage Database
Search more than 2800 shipwrecks, relics and other underwater and maritime cultural heritage.
Permits and Assessments
Find out if you need a permit to complete works to your heritage place or object, if you qualify for an exemption, and how to make an application
Disaster Recovery Response
We are committed to using our skills and expertise to support frontline services rebuild many Australian communities affected by the bushfire, drought and flood crisis.
Climate Change Action
Explore the relationship between our heritage and the changing global climate and read what heritage change-makers are doing to help minimise the impact.
Responding to COVID-19
COVID-19 is changing the way we work. Find out how we are responding to this evolving situation.
Acknowledgement of Country 
The Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Advisory Committee, Heritage Council of NSW and Heritage NSW acknowledge the traditional custodians throughout NSW and their deep and continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal communities and their cultures, and to Elders past and present.
Warning
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples should be aware that our website may contain the images, voices and names of people who have passed away.
Website Accessibility
We have developed our website to make content available to the widest possible audience, including readers using assistive technology or accessibility features.