Published Friday, 15 February, 2008 at 12:48 PM
Minister for Sustainability, Climate Change and Innovation
The Honourable Andrew McNamara
Time Running out to Apply for Heritage Funding
Time is running out for heritage property owners to apply for conservation funding in the second round of the Queensland Government’s Living Buildings and Places program.
Property owners and community groups are being encouraged to apply for a grant in the second round of the $5 million heritage grants program before it closes at the end of February.
Minister for Sustainability, Climate Change and Innovation, Andrew McNamara, said the Queensland Government wants to help as many property owners as possible with the money that is available.
“The first round in 2007 saw $2.6 million allocated among 107 property owners” Mr McNamara said.
“Heritage buildings are always preserved best when they continue to be used, allowing their stories to be passed from generation to generation,.
“The Living Buildings and Places program was introduced to give community groups and private property owners some much-needed financial relief. The money will be allocated to help ensure Queensland’s important places continue to be used and appreciated in the years to come.
“The grants can be used to fund conservation works up to a maximum of $50,000 or up to $100,000 matched dollar for dollar.
“Conservation management plans can be funded up to $15,000. Fire protection projects, equitable access projects and special purpose projects are all eligible as well.
“The first round of applications was very competitive, and unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to consider re-applying.”
Some examples of successful projects from the first round of grants include:
• $45,000 to the Paddington Antique Centre, Paddington, Brisbane, constructed as a movie theatre in 1929, and heritage listed in 2003. The money contributed has ensured the building has now been totally re-roofed.
• $8,800 to Mount Morgan Masonic Lodge No. 57, Mount Morgan constructed in about 1903. The grant has contributed to the complete re-roof of the temple.
• $22,000 to the Speckled Hen (Former Queensland National Bank), Townsville. This two-storeyed rendered brick building was erected in 1878-79, and functioned as banking premises for 103 years. The grant will be used to fix guttering, wood framework and paint.
• $46,000 to Elderslie Station, Winton for much-needed conservation works at the property. The Homestead is about 60km west of Winton and is a complex of accommodation and working buildings.
• $45,000 to Moorlands in Auchenflower, Brisbane. Moorlands was constructed in 1892 for the Mayne family of Brisbane. It was a private residence until 1940 when it was bequeathed to the University of Queensland. The property was occupied by United States service personnel during WWII. The grant was provided for conservation work to the ground floor external verandas.
• $21,526 to Wolston House, Wacol, Brisbane. Wolston House comprises the homestead and garden from the Wolston Estate, a large pastoral property originally established by Dr Stephen Simpson in 1852. The grant will contribute to the first stage of conservation works which include roof replacement, roof drainage, fixing stairs and paving.
The second round of the Living Buildings and Places program closes on 28 February 2008. A third and final round of funding will be offered later in the year.
Further information and an application form can be downloaded from the Cultural Heritage section at www.epa.qld.gov.au
Media contact: Peter McCarthy 3336 8004
Property owners and community groups are being encouraged to apply for a grant in the second round of the $5 million heritage grants program before it closes at the end of February.
Minister for Sustainability, Climate Change and Innovation, Andrew McNamara, said the Queensland Government wants to help as many property owners as possible with the money that is available.
“The first round in 2007 saw $2.6 million allocated among 107 property owners” Mr McNamara said.
“Heritage buildings are always preserved best when they continue to be used, allowing their stories to be passed from generation to generation,.
“The Living Buildings and Places program was introduced to give community groups and private property owners some much-needed financial relief. The money will be allocated to help ensure Queensland’s important places continue to be used and appreciated in the years to come.
“The grants can be used to fund conservation works up to a maximum of $50,000 or up to $100,000 matched dollar for dollar.
“Conservation management plans can be funded up to $15,000. Fire protection projects, equitable access projects and special purpose projects are all eligible as well.
“The first round of applications was very competitive, and unsuccessful applicants are encouraged to consider re-applying.”
Some examples of successful projects from the first round of grants include:
• $45,000 to the Paddington Antique Centre, Paddington, Brisbane, constructed as a movie theatre in 1929, and heritage listed in 2003. The money contributed has ensured the building has now been totally re-roofed.
• $8,800 to Mount Morgan Masonic Lodge No. 57, Mount Morgan constructed in about 1903. The grant has contributed to the complete re-roof of the temple.
• $22,000 to the Speckled Hen (Former Queensland National Bank), Townsville. This two-storeyed rendered brick building was erected in 1878-79, and functioned as banking premises for 103 years. The grant will be used to fix guttering, wood framework and paint.
• $46,000 to Elderslie Station, Winton for much-needed conservation works at the property. The Homestead is about 60km west of Winton and is a complex of accommodation and working buildings.
• $45,000 to Moorlands in Auchenflower, Brisbane. Moorlands was constructed in 1892 for the Mayne family of Brisbane. It was a private residence until 1940 when it was bequeathed to the University of Queensland. The property was occupied by United States service personnel during WWII. The grant was provided for conservation work to the ground floor external verandas.
• $21,526 to Wolston House, Wacol, Brisbane. Wolston House comprises the homestead and garden from the Wolston Estate, a large pastoral property originally established by Dr Stephen Simpson in 1852. The grant will contribute to the first stage of conservation works which include roof replacement, roof drainage, fixing stairs and paving.
The second round of the Living Buildings and Places program closes on 28 February 2008. A third and final round of funding will be offered later in the year.
Further information and an application form can be downloaded from the Cultural Heritage section at www.epa.qld.gov.au
Media contact: Peter McCarthy 3336 8004