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  • Presenter Expression of Interest

    2027 State Heritage Conference

  • 2027 State Heritage Conference
    Heritage Horizons: Exploring heritage above, below and beyond

    3-4 May 2027 | Perth Convention and Exhibition Centre

    Expressions of Interest are now open to present at one of Western Australia’s premier heritage events, the 2027 State Heritage Conference.

    We invite expressions of interest for presentations on any of the below themes from researchers, practitioners, community members, including those from regional areas, heritage owners/managers, postgraduate students/recent graduates, young professionals and representatives of youth in our communities.

    Conference theme

    The conference theme is Heritage Horizons: Exploring heritage above, below and beyond, which encourages participants to look beyond traditional understandings of heritage and explore the many layers that shape our places, landscapes and communities.

    • "Above" reflects the heritage that surrounds us every day, including cultural sites, buildings, streetscapes, collections and the people, traditions, practices and stories that give them meaning. It acknowledges both tangible and intangible heritage and the diverse experiences that have shaped Western Australia.

    • "Below" encourages us to look beneath the surface, uncovering the deeper histories embedded in Country, archaeological evidence, hidden narratives and truths that have often been overlooked or excluded from heritage discourse. It invites exploration of places, sites and stories that remain under-recognised or are still being discovered and understood.

    • "Beyond" challenges us to think creatively about the future, embracing new perspectives, evolving practices, innovative solutions and technology to ensure heritage remains relevant, inclusive and resilient. It pushes us to consider what we value and what we wish to carry forward, inviting us to explore what is on the horizon for the heritage sector and how we can prepare for emerging challenges and opportunities. As the 2029 bicentenary approaches, marking 200 years since the establishment of the Swan River Colony, participants are encouraged to reflect on what actions, approaches, partnerships and skills are needed.

  • Please note that submitting an Expression of Interest does not guarantee selection as a conference presenter. All submissions will be assessed and you will be notified of the outcome.

  • Privacy Collection Notice

  • This collection notice explains how the Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage will manage the collection, use and disclosure of your personal information. The Department collects this information to communicate with you about your expression of interest to present at the conference.

    Your personal information will not be used for any other purpose without your consent. Please note that if you do not provide the information required, we may not be able to process your expression of interest.

    If you have any questions about how your personal information will be handled, you can contact the Department using one of the methods below:

    Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage
    Phone: (08) 6551 8002
    Online form: General enquiry form

    For more information, see our Privacy Policy or contact the Department’s Privacy Officer at info@dplh.wa.gov.au

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  • Which theme(s) does your presentation relate to?*
  • Preferred format*
  • Length of presentation*
  • Does your presentation feature cultural information and requires a cultural warning to be mentioned prior to commencing?*

  • Use of presentation

  • I agree for my presentation to be recorded by Department of Planning, Lands and Heritage. The presentation may include presentation file (ppt), audio, video and images. The Department will stream the presentation live and will make the presentations available online after the conference.*

  • Acknowledgement

  • I acknowledge the above as the conditions which will govern my presentation. Please sign your name and date below.

  • Date*
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