New Heritage Council
Nominations are now being sought for members of the new Heritage Council which will come into being when the new Heritage Act commences in 2012.
The role of the Heritage Council is similar in many ways to that of the existing Heritage Advisory Council, which is to advise the Minister about a wide range of matters in relation to heritage management in the NT. However the Council has new responsibilities in terms of making decisions about proposed work to heritage places.
The new Heritage Council will have 11 members comprising:
- A representative of the National Trust;
- A representative of the Aboriginal Areas Protection Authority;
- A representative of an organisation representing the interests of local government;
- A representative of an organisation representing the interests of property owners;
- Six people appointed by the Minister with expertise or experience relevant to the Administration of the Act; and
- A representative of the Department of Natural Resources, Environment, the Arts and Sport.
The expanded Heritage Council introduces for the first time representation from local government and property owners, while still allowing for the majority of positions to be filled by people nominated from within the community.
The existing nine-member Heritage Advisory Council will continue to fulfil its duties until the commencement of the new Heritage Act.
For further information phone Karen Moir on 08 8999 5039.
Applications should be addressed to:
Director Heritage Branch
Department of Natural Resources, Environment the Arts and Sport
PO Box 496
PALMERSTON NT 0831
Nominations close on 21 December 2011