In March 2022, a visitor described wading through bird poop at the White Bay Power Station site, where he saw remnants of the workers who once operated there. Despite calls for demolition, the site has been preserved and repurposed for cultural and community events, thanks to a remarkable conservation effort. The restoration has been praised as a significant achievement and a valuable public asset for future generations. Placemaking NSW sees potential for the site to become a university campus, further highlighting its importance as a cultural and historical landmark.
The annual Heritage Trades Trail in Bathurst, celebrating rare and lost trades, won the President’s Prize, showcasing excellence in heritage conservation. Architects Julie Cracknell and Peter Lonergan were recognized for their work restoring Glass House, a unique home floating above the tree canopy in Castlecrag. Aileen Sage Architects also won an award for their conversion of a colonial post office into an Aboriginal knowledge and cultural center, highlighting the importance of preserving and repurposing historical buildings for contemporary use.
The Minister for Heritage, Penny Sharpe, commended the award winners for their contributions to preserving special places and stories for future generations. The NSW Parliament Chambers restoration project, the restoration of a historic tram, and the renovation of West Head Lookout were among the other projects recognized for their excellence in conservation of heritage. The awards ceremony celebrated outstanding practices in the conservation of Aboriginal, built, natural, and cultural heritage, showcasing a diverse range of projects and initiatives.
The White Bay Power Station, once facing demolition, has been transformed into a valuable cultural and community asset thanks to a successful conservation effort. Visiting the site in March 2022, a visitor described wading through bird poop in the abandoned pump room and experiencing chills thinking of the workers who once labored there. The preservation effort has been praised as a remarkable achievement, providing a valuable public asset for future generations to enjoy and appreciate.
The Heritage Trades Trail in Bathurst, which celebrates rare and lost trades, won the President’s Prize for its contribution to heritage conservation. Architects Julie Cracknell and Peter Lonergan were also recognized for their restoration work on Glass House, a unique home floating above the tree canopy. Aileen Sage Architects won an award for converting a colonial post office into an Aboriginal knowledge and cultural center, highlighting the importance of repurposing historical buildings for contemporary use.
The Minister for Heritage, Penny Sharpe, commended the award winners for their role in preserving special places and stories for future generations. Other projects recognized at the awards ceremony included the NSW Parliament Chambers restoration project, the restoration of a historic tram, and the renovation of West Head Lookout. The diverse range of projects honored at the ceremony showcased excellence in the conservation of Aboriginal, built, natural, and cultural heritage, highlighting the importance of preserving and celebrating our shared history and heritage.
