2026 Local Government Heritage Forum

Hear from experts and colleagues on heritage issues and learn about ways to help communities protect and celebrate their heritage. There will be presentations on new policies and initiatives, and models for best practice to support the successful management of local heritage across the state. The Forum also provides an opportunity for sharing information, networking with colleagues and professional development for local government staff and heritage advisors.

The Forum is an all-day, in-person–only event. 

• Date and time

  29 May 2026
  10:00am – 4:30pm (AEST)

• Location

  Museum Theatre, Melbourne Museum, 11 Nicholson Street, Carlton

Bookings are essential and numbers are restricted.

If you are a local government planner or heritage officer, or current heritage advisor to local government, please reserve your place via email at heritage.council@transport.vic.gov.au.

Bookings close on Friday 1 May 2026.

Attendance from each Council is limited to a maximum of four officers 
(if your heritage advisor is attending, they should be included in this count).

• 2026 LGHF Draft Agenda

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