More than 40 Tasmanian heritage properties will soon undergo restoration, conservation and activation made possible through the second round of Tasmanian Government heritage grants.
After the popularity of the first round, round two of the Built Heritage Grants Scheme was open for applications in September, with $1.3 million available to support owners and custodians of state heritage listed places.
Minister for the Arts and Heritage, Madeleine Ogilvie, said activating these unique properties was about fostering vibrant community use and enhancing tourism.
"Tasmania's iconic heritage properties are not just poignant reminders of our shared history – but they support tourism, local communities and so much more," Minister Ogilvie said.
"The Tasmanian Government recognises that if we want to continue to benefit from our built heritage assets, we must invest in them by supporting conservation works and opportunities to activate underutilised sites.
"An important part of our 2030 Strong Plan for Tasmania's Future is to continue to build on Tasmania's reputation as a world leading heritage and tourism destination, highlight Tasmania's unique experiences, and ensure that the visitor economy continues to have a positive impact on Tasmania's environment, economy, and way of life."
The funds will flow through to projects across Tasmania, and some examples are:
The Built Heritage Grants Scheme is part of the Tasmanian Government's $4.5 million investment over three years (2023-2026) to support Tasmania's historic heritage sector and revitalise Tasmania's unique heritage properties.
A further round will be offered in 2025-26.
More details on the grants can be found on the Heritage Tasmania website: www.heritage.tas.gov.au
