National Trust of Australia (Victoria)

The National Trust of Australia (Victoria) is a non-government, community-based organisation dedicated to conserving and protecting Victoria's natural, cultural, and built heritage. It is one of eight independent National Trusts operating in each Australian state and territory. Each National Trust is responsible for the preservation and promotion of heritage within its specific jurisdiction.

The Victorian branch focuses on identifying, conserving, and advocating for the protection of significant heritage places and objects within the state of Victoria. This includes historic buildings, gardens, landscapes, collections, and indigenous heritage.

The Trust achieves its aims through a variety of activities, including:

• Property Ownership and Management: Owning and managing significant heritage properties, making them accessible to the public and ensuring their long-term preservation.
• Advocacy: Campaigning for the protection of heritage places and objects, and providing advice to government and other organizations on heritage matters.
• Education and Interpretation: Educating the public about Victoria's heritage through tours, events, exhibitions, and publications.
• Conservation: Undertaking conservation work on heritage properties and objects.
• Classification and Listing: Identifying and classifying significant heritage places and objects, and advocating for their inclusion on statutory heritage registers.

Funding for the National Trust of Australia (Victoria) comes from a variety of sources, including membership fees, donations, bequests, grants, and commercial activities such as tourism and events at its properties. The organization relies heavily on the support of volunteers who contribute their time and expertise to various aspects of its work.