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Protecting Victoria’S Heritage In 2011-12

Victoria’s Heritage Grants are open for 2011-12, for financial assistance to custodians of heritage places and objects.

By Russell Northe - 20th July 2011 - Back to News

Nationals Member for Morwell Russell Northe said the Victorian Coalition Government provided funding certainty for this program in the Budget, after it was revealed that the previous government had failed to provide ongoing funding for Heritage Victoria.

"Much of the state’s heritage is managed by volunteers and not-for-profit groups, as well as local councils," said Mr Northe.

"The grants program provides support for the conservation of heritage managed by community-based organisations."

The program provides funding for repair works to publicly accessible and important heritage places and objects. This will ensure these important places can continue to be used and enjoyed by all Victorians.

"I look forward to seeing various heritage places and objects throughout Victoria using this important funding to ensure our past is appreciated and protected," Mr Northe said.

"Previous Heritage Grant recipients include Morwell’s Dredger 21, and I am sure there are a number of other historically significant objects in our region which may be eligible for this assistance.

"Gippsland and the Latobe Valley have a very rich history, and it is important that our fantastic landmarks are still here and kept in good condition for future generations."

Mr Northe said The Victorian Coalition Government has provided funding for 2011-12 of $1 million for programs, including the grants program.

"Grants from $20,000 to $200,000 are available for repair of heritage places and grants from $5,000 to $20,000 are available for conservation of heritage objects.

"The grants are provided for places in the Victorian Heritage Register or included in a Heritage Overlay. Objects must be included in the Victorian Heritage Register or be able to demonstrate a strong historical association with a place in the Register."

Applications close 31 August 2011. Information brochures and application forms are now available for downloading at http://www.dpcd.vic.gov.au/home/grants/all-grants/victorias-heritage-grants-for-places-and-objects

Source: www.gippsland.com

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