ACT Heritage Register
What is the ACT Heritage Register?
Under the Heritage Act 2004 (Heritage Act) the ACT Heritage Council is responsible for keeping a register of heritage places and objects in the ACT.
(Photograph taken by Rodney Garnett)
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The ACT Heritage Register is organised by suburb or district in which the place is located and includes all the places or objects nominated, provisionally registered or fully registered.
The final registration documents for places or objects that are fully registered are available as downloadable documents organised by:
Also available is information about:
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Nomination, Cancellation and Request for Information Forms
A Certificate of Registration is available at cost from ACT Heritage.
The Goals of the Heritage Register
The Heritage Register aims to represent and protect the rich natural and cultural heritage of the ACT, encompassing both Aboriginal and post European cultural values.
Information Sheets that give an overview of the registration process, the protection of heritage and the implications of heritage listing for planning and development are available for guidance.
What does it mean for a heritage item to be listed on the Heritage Register?
Listing on the ACT Heritage Register means that the place or object is:
- of particular importance to the people of the ACT and enriches our understanding of history and identity;
- is legally protected under the Heritage Act 2004 including the application of Heritage Guidelines;
- requires advice by the ACT Heritage Council on development issues to improve conservation outcomes; and
- is eligible for support from the Heritage Advisory Service or funding from the Heritage Grant Program.
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Contact Details
Postal Address
GPO Box 158
Canberra ACT 2601
Street Address
Level 4, Macarthur House
12 Wattle Street
Lyneham ACT 2602
Contact Number
13 22 81
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