Australia's heritage
Heritage is all the things that make up Australia's identity - our spirit and ingenuity, our historic buildings, and our unique, living landscapes. Our heritage is a legacy from our past, a living, integral part of life today, and the stories and places we pass on to future generations.
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17 December 2008
Indigenous Heritage Program 2009-10 funding round open
The Indigenous Heritage Program supports the identification, conservation and promotion of Indigenous heritage.
5 December 2008
New members welcomed to peak Heritage body
Three newly appointed heritage specialists to join Australia's peak heritage body, the Australian Heritage Council .
1 December 2008
Australia helping Cambodia protect World Heritage icon
The Australian Government today announced $1.13 million to assist the Cambodian Government to better protect Angkor Wat, one of the world's most outstanding heritage sites.
7 November 2008
Adelaide Park Lands and City Layout added to the National Heritage List
Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts announces National Heritage Listing of the Adelaide Park Lands and City Layout.
7 November 2008
The Australian Alps added to the National Heritage List.
Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts announces National Heritage Listing of the Australian Alps.
6 November 2008
$440,000 to preserve Australia's historic shipwreck sites
Minister for the Environment, Heritage and the Arts announces $440,000 in funding from the Australian Government's Historic Shipwrecks Program to protect the nation's underwater cultural heritage.
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