Research and reports

Results

1. Historical Archaeology Management Plan, Ballarat

   Report published 24 July 2026

   Historical Archaeology Management Plan, Ballarat

   • Research report
   • Object
   • Place
   • Cultural value
   • Archaeology

   

2. Valuing Victoria’s heritage

   Report published 2023

   Discover the Heritage Council's latest report, exploring the economic, social, and environmental value of Victoria's heritage

   • Research report

   

3. Shaping the future of the Victorian Heritage Register

   Report published 2023

   Read the findings of a 2023 survey to understand the cultural heritage valued by Victorians.

   • Research report

   

4. Improving local cultural heritage protection and management

   Report published 2020

   A number of useful resources for local heritage protection and management, including the State of Heritage Review: Local Heritage Report 2020.

   • Research report

   

5. Heritage in ruins

   Report published 2019

   Discover how an archaeological dig in Melbourne’s CBD led to research identifying other areas in the city where well-preserved historical archaeological sites are likely to be found.

   • Research report

   

6. Recognising Aboriginal heritage values

   Report published 2016

   Learn how the Heritage Council of Victoria and the Victorian Aboriginal Council work to ensure all histories in Victoria's are recognised and protected.

   • Heritage guidance

   

7. Community perceptions of heritage

   Report published 2014

   Explore community perceptions of heritage in this literature review by the Heritage Council of Victoria.

   • Research report

   

8. Adapting industrial heritage sites

   Report published 2013

   Explore opportunities for adaptive reuse of industrial heritage sites in Victoria.

   • Research report

   

9. Celebrating Victoria’s migration heritage

   Report published 2011

   Explore the impact of post-1940s migration on Victoria's heritage. Learn how identifying migrant heritage places helps engage communities and celebrate heritage.

   • Research report