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Practical guides, policy updates, and expert commentary on the changing world of heritage. Essential reading for property owners, architects, and planners.
Introducing the 2026 Victorian Local Heritage Guidelines
The newly released Victorian Local Heritage Guidelines have officially replaced PPN01. We break down what this means for strategic assessments, housing targets, and resolving planning conflicts.
2 days ago4 min read
The Evolution of the Heritage Overlay in Parkville and Melbourne
Dr James Lesh examines the origins of Melbourne's first urban conservation area in South Parkville. This retrospective examines how early resident advocacy and evolving municipal policies shaped the precinct-based heritage protections we rely on today.
Jul 83 min read
Heritage Enforcement: The Legacy of the Corkman Pub Demolition and Rebuild
Following an interview with Nine News Melbourne, Dr James Lesh examines the Corkman rebuild, the resulting planning reforms, and the realities of facsimile heritage.
Jun 293 min read
Bridging Academic Rigour and Strategic Pragmatism: Heritage Workshop Joins Federation University's FRRC
Dr James Lesh has been appointed as an Honorary Fellow with Federation University's Future Regions Research Centre. This role reinforces our commitment to grounding practical heritage advisory in robust, peer-reviewed research.
Jun 241 min read
The State of Heritage Property Insurance in Victoria: Managing Risk and Value
Securing accurate insurance for heritage-listed properties requires balancing statutory obligations with commercial realities. We explore how property owners can proactively manage risk and secure appropriate coverage in Victoria.
Jun 172 min read
Adapt! Designing New Lives for Old Buildings (Book Review)
An expert book review of the intellectually rigorous volume Adapt!, which frames adaptive reuse as a distinct and essential mode of 21st-century city-making.
Jun 105 min read
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