Russell Square is one of Perth’s oldest parks with a history that predates colonial settlement and is cherished as Northbridge’s only green space.  To inform the City of Perth’s future vision for the park, it was important to understand the cultural significance it holds to Noongar stakeholders and the broader community.  The City engaged Urbis to undertake an Aboriginal Heritage Survey and Cultural Heritage Assessment - what it revealed was the diverse values and, at times, dark history of the park, and its connection to Perth’s waves of immigration. 

About the speaker

Marc Beattie is Director of Heritage at Urbis and specialises in managing the evolution of our historic environment. He is involved in all stages of project delivery from initial feasibility studies, heritage design development, preparation of appropriate heritage reports and documentation, authority liaison, and heritage conservation services during construction.

HERITAGE SKILLS ASSOCIATION WINTER WARMER TALK SERIES

This series will showcase a range of local heritage professionals shining the spotlight on WA heritage places, projects, current challenges as well as provide a chance to meet other individuals interested in or working in these spaces.

Anyone with an interest in learning more about heritage and our environment is invited to attend as well as those studying, working or looking to into the industry.

Date: Wednesday, 28 August 2024
Time: 5.45 arrival, Talk starts at 6pm. Event will conclude by 7.30pm. Light refreshments will be available.
Venue: City of Perth Library, 573 Hay Street, Perth
Cost: Free, book now as places are limited.

This event series is run in partnership with the Heritage Skills Association endorsed by Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage and Heritage Council.

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Join us for the final talk in the series on Wednesday, 25 September 2024 - Conserving the Past, Empowering the Future: Young and Emerging Professionals in heritage practice