Heritage Advisory Committee

Camden Council has established a Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC), the primary objectives of which are to:

a. Support Council by providing informed recommendations on heritage matters.

b. Promote heritage and community information by:

i. Generating a wider appreciation of heritage through public displays, events, seminars and participation in the annual National Trust Heritage Festival and History Week

ii. Promoting and coordinating heritage open days

iii. Generating a greater understanding and appreciation of Aboriginal heritage in the Camden Local Government Area (LGA)

iv. Actively encouraging conservation and maintenance of heritage items and heritage conservation areas to owners

v. Investigating grant opportunities

vi. Investigating opportunities for Council-run awards/recognition in response to heritage work that preserves, maintains and/or enhances the heritage values of a place

vii. Developing a register of local heritage professionals and tradespeople

viii. Assisting in developing education packages for information, school education, and best heritage practices.

c. Provide general advice and assistance by sourcing heritage information and historic photos to aid in replacing materials and carrying out work.

d. Provide policy input by:

i. Contributing to the review of heritage listings and reviewing potential new heritage items

ii. Providing feedback to Council staff on key local and state strategic planning policies with heritage implications.

The Terms of Reference available via the link below provide further information about the purpose and operation of the Heritage Advisory Committee.