Heritage Land Surveyor Kevin Song will lead us in to the mysterious world of Land Surveying, the meaning of the survey marks we see in odd places, and the arcane process of land identification.
Brian Gray will reveal the connection between the rabbit plague and the Australian Steel Industry, in particular fence netting production at the Australian Wire Factory at Chiswick with logistic support from Summer Hill and Ashfield
Mark Sabolch will explore the cultural trends that enabled the Federation style to replace the formerly popular Victorian Italianate
Daf Hewson, a Society member,will lead guided viewing of accessible parts of Glentwoth House and the Cardinal Freeman Village, followed by Choral Vespers in the magnificent Chapel afterwards. Meeting point to be advised.. This stunning Romanesque Revival Chapel was built by the Sisters of the Good Shepherd in 1942. Glentworth is one of Ashfield’s largest old … Continue reading "Tour of the Chapel of the Good Shepherd Sisters at Glentworth, Ashfield."
A close view of Caroline Stott’s remarkable Federation house in Tintern Road. Mark Sabolch and Caroline will collaborate in explaining significant features of the style Address in Tintern Road will be emailed to participants
This presentation aims to explain why the Burra Charter has been so influential on the way heritage is conceived and practised across the globe and also offers insights into the broader history of heritage practice in Australia. The Burra Charter was the result of two weekends of concentrated discussion in 1979 by a small committee … Continue reading "“How and why did the Burra Charter come into existence in 1979?”. The Writing of the Burra Charter; Bronwyn Hannah"
