Heritage Skills Scholarship: Practical Building Conservation
The City of Launceston, with support from the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC), maintain a strong commitment to the development and retention of heritage trades and skills within Tasmania. As such, we are seeking expressions of interest from local tradespeople who are interested in participating in the Longford Academy Autumn School - Introduction to Practical Building Conservation from 11 - 16 May 2026.
About the Course
Find out more about the importance of Traditional Trades & Conservation via the Australia ICOMOS website here:
Traditional Trades & Conservation | Australia ICOMOS
This six-day course introduces participants to the practical aspects of building conservation. Topics covered include paint stripping, dealing with damp and extracting salts, lime-based materials (mortars, plasters and limewashes), diagnosing timber decay and repair needs, roofing and metals. Site inspections and practical activities are reinforced by theory sessions and discussions.
The Autumn course is for all those involved in building conservation (whether specifiers or those who are hands-on) who want some practical and theoretical exposure to a range of topics that they’re likely to come across in their normal work. The Autumn course provides a good introduction to anyone wanting to learn about looking after older buildings.
To learn more about the Longford Academy and the Autumn program, please review the program flyer below:
Funding Amount
The funding amount is $1,500 x2 ($3,000 in total for two applicants). This amount covers program development and delivery costs, lunches and morning and afternoon teas. Travel and accommodation costs are not included.
Individuals can only receive one sponsorship from the City of Launceston each financial year with any one individual to receive a maximum of three sponsorships only. Applications are assessed within four weeks in the order that they are received. Funding decisions are made under the approval of the Connections and Liveability Senior Leader and are subject to the available budget.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for tradespersons (including apprentices) currently living within Launceston, or whose place of work is located within the Launceston Municipality.
Applications open: 9.00am, on 2 March 2026
Applications close: Midnight, Friday 3 April 2026. Individuals that apply for funding after this will be ineligible. There will be no retrospective funding.
Copies of White Cards, Drivers Licence and Personal Accident Cover / Public Liability / Workers Compensation policies will be required as part of the application process.
How to apply
Complete the form below. Please ensure all required documents are uploaded.
Heritage Skills Grant Application
Contact us
Should you require any further information regarding the Heritage Skills Scholarship, please refer to the following contact details:
City of Launceston Place & Heritage Officer
Phone: 03 6323 3000
Email: heritage@launceston.tas.gov.au