- Expressions of Interest invited for Heritage Council of Western Australia
- Cook Government seeking expertise to contribute to historic heritage conservation
- Nominations for two Board positions close Monday, 1 September 2025
Nominations are now open for membership on the State's peak advisory body on historic heritage, with two positions becoming available at the end of this year.
Applications are being sought from experienced, qualified individuals who are committed to identifying, conserving and promoting the sensitive development of historic heritage places within Western Australia.
The nine-member Heritage Council of WA makes recommendations to the Heritage Minister on possible entries to the State Register of Heritage Places, helps shape State policy direction and actively champions and promotes good heritage practices.
Applicants with experience in engineering and building, property ownership, heritage conservation and interpretation, local government, history and construction will bolster the collective skills and expertise of existing members.
The State Government is committed to working toward gender parity across all government boards. Appointments will be made for terms up to five years.
Further details and application packages are available through the Heritage Council's website: https://www.wa.gov.au/organisation/heritage-council-of-western-australia .
Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 1 September 2025.
As stated by Heritage Minister Simone McGurk:
"We are seeking motivated, highly experienced individuals to become a member of the Heritage Council of Western Australia.
"The Heritage Council plays an instrumental role in promoting the identification, conservation and management of heritage places across the State, and balancing a sensitive development and reuse of these places.
"This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the continued protection and interpretation of WA's heritage.
"I strongly encourage suitable candidates from diverse fields and backgrounds to apply."
