Western Australian Heritage Awards
The 2012 Western Australian Heritage Awards will be held at Government House Ballroom on 17 April in the presence of His Excellency Mr Malcolm McCusker AO CVO QC, Governor of Western Australia.
The awards recognise outstanding commitment and contribution to heritage conservation, adaptive reuse, tourism, interpretation and promotion in WA, and honour individuals and organisations whose work has resulted in significant achievements in the promotion and conservation of our rich cultural heritage.
This year, outstanding Western Australian conservation projects will be showcased in the Asia-Pacific region through cooperation between the Office of Heritage and UNESCO.
Winners and high commendation recipients in categories 6,7 and 10 of the 2012 Western Australian Heritage Awards will be shortlisted for nomination to the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation, with Heritage Council endorsement and agreement of the project owners.
Now in its 20th year, the awards attract extensive media interest, ensuring that the industry, government, owners and community identify winners with the provision of innovative and best practice standards.
View the list of the 2011 Western Australian Heritage Awards winners
"Marsala House is the youngest residence on the State Register, which highlights the diversity of WA's heritage. We were so grateful that architect Iwan Iwanoff's gift to the people of WA was celebrated, and the conservation work was recognised, profiling the hard work and contributions of many people."
Dr Christopher Beer & Mr Mark Etherton, owners of Marsala House - 2011 winner of outstanding residential conservation
"Fremantle Ports is delighted that the B Shed Ferry Terminal Project was acknowledged with the 2011 WA Heritage Award. The award reflects the significant combined effort of the architects, heritage consultants, builders and others who contributed to a successful outcome. The project, which has been well received by the community, was an opportunity to creatively use the space to service ferry passengers while respecting the heritage value of this former cargo shed."
Mr Chris Leatt-Hayter, CEO Fremantle Ports
How to enter the 2012 WA Heritage Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2012 Western Australian Heritage Awards. For more information on how to enter, or to download the recent award information brochure, visit the "How to enter the Heritage Awards" page.
If you would like further information on the awards, contact the Office of Heritage A/Marketing and Communications Officer, Karmen Grzetic on 9221 4177.
Other heritage awards
A number of local government's in WA also run their own heritage awards. To read about the awards please click here