Tag #Heritage

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\$110 Million Redevelopment of Fremantle's Elders Wool Stores

Human Urban's \$110 million redevelopment of Fremantle's historic Elders Wool Stores will repurpose the 20,000-square-meter site into a mixed-use complex with apartments, co-living units, and retail, preserving original structures while adding two to three stories.

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Teessaurus Park Dinosaurs Denied Listed Status

Historic England rejected a bid to grant Grade II listed status to three steel triceratops sculptures in Middlesbrough's Teessaurus Park due to their repainted finish and the artist's lack of national recognition, despite the C20 Society's argument for their significance as a rare major 20th-century...

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Parliament Hill's Centre Block Undergoes Multibillion-Dollar Restoration

A multibillion-dollar renovation of Parliament Hill's Centre Block, begun in 2018 and projected to finish in the early 2030s, involves replacing its foundation, upgrading infrastructure, and restoring historical features, temporarily relocating Parliament's operations.

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Brisbane Authorities Demand More Information on Howard Smith Wharves Redevelopment

Brisbane authorities demanded more information on mitigating the negative impacts of the proposed Howard Smith Wharves redevelopment, questioning its transport, heritage, and environmental plans after a nine-story hotel and riverfront amenities were proposed.

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Hidden Gems: Exploring Italy's Lesser-Known UNESCO Sites

Italy's UNESCO World Heritage sites, including Ravenna's mosaics, Montecatini's thermal springs, Siena's medieval architecture, Cilento's ancient Greek city of Paestum, Noto's Baroque architecture, and Alberobello's trulli houses, showcase the country's diverse cultural and natural heritage.

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Notre-Dame Cathedral Reopens After Five-Year Reconstruction

After a devastating fire in April 2019, the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris has fully reopened on December 7th, 2024, following a \u20ac165 million reconstruction effort involving the replacement of the spire, roof, and extensive cleaning of lead dust, symbolizing French resilience and cultural preser...

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Moon Added to List of Threatened Heritage Sites

The World Monuments Fund (WMF) has added the moon to its 2024 watchlist of threatened heritage sites, citing concerns over the lack of preservation protocols for accelerating lunar activities by private companies and governments, jeopardizing historical artifacts left on the Moon's surface.

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Off-Road Bikers Damage UK's Ancient Monuments

Illegal off-road biking is causing significant damage to ancient monuments across the UK, including the Bronze Age Tor Clawdd ring cairn near Swansea, with archaeologists warning of "complete destruction" and calling for increased enforcement and public awareness.

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Chile to transform Allende and Aylwin's homes into museums for \$2.2 million

The Chilean government will spend \$2.2 million to buy three houses belonging to former presidents Allende and Aylwin, turning them into museums. This has sparked controversy due to the involvement of Minister of Defence Maya Fernández, a co-owner of Allende's house.

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Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions
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Fire Destroys Quebec Artist's Heritage Home

The former home and studio of Quebec artist Charles Daudelin in Kirkland, Quebec, was destroyed in a fire on Sunday night; the cause is under investigation, but there is no suspicion of foul play. The building, valued at over $2 million, was recently designated a heritage site after its owners sough...

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Glasgow Garden Festival Plant Pot Tag Among Scotland's Top Archaeological Finds

A plant pot tag for a red campion flower, the first physical artefact excavated from the 1988 Glasgow Garden Festival site, is among Scotland's top five archaeological discoveries of 2024, alongside finds such as a Pictish spearbutt and a Celtic bangle, highlighting the diverse historical record of ...

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Notre-Dame Cathedral Reopens After Five-Year Restoration

A fire at Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris on April 15, 2019, caused significant damage but resulted in no deaths; key relics were saved, and a five-year restoration was completed.

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