perth att thehe t th outbreak a off warar s n th u s HERITAGEPERTH.COM.AU EVENT ADVERTISING SUPPLEMENT Published Wednesday October 8, 2014 Perth Heritage Days 2014 Editor: Louise Allan Design: Michelle Nunn Advertising: Regi Philip 9482 3497 2 WELCOME... Welcome to the 2014 Perth Heritage Days Perth has an incredibly rich history going back over 40,000 years. This fact possibly makes Perth the oldest city in the world with a continuous history of habitation. All the more In both 1914 and 1939, events played out on an The Heritage Council is delighted to continue reason to celebrate our city’s great antiquity by international stage that would change the course to support Perth Heritage Days. joining us for Perth Heritage Days. of history. These worldwide events impacted on the This annual event has grown tremendously lives of people and cities in unimaginable ways…and This year, with the signifi cant anniversaries of Perth did not escape unscathed. since its inception fi ve years ago and now the outbreak of World Wars I and II, Heritage attracts over 40,000 participants every year. Perth is presenting a refl ective and insightful How did the people of Perth cope with war? Indeed, Heritage Days has gone a long way to make program that will take us on a journey to Perth what did the city look like in those eras? We hope heritage interesting, accessible and relevant as it was in 1914 and 1939. that this year’s Perth Heritage Days will go some to our community. way to answering those questions in a thoughtful, Whether it is visiting historic buildings, hearing enlightening and entertaining way. Our heritage places are important as they help stories of what life was like in our city during tell the story of Western Australia’s history the two wars, or experiencing traditional music Perth Heritage Days would not be possible without and development. These places are a tangible and dance of the Nyoongar people, Perth the support and encouragement of our participating link to our past and give us a sense of where Heritage Days has something for everyone. venues, sponsors and a wonderful troupe of we have come from. volunteers. Sincere thanks to The City of Perth for My tip for this year is to visit the GPO Building its unstinting support of all we do. We also thank Heritage Days’ diverse events provide in Forrest Place where you will fi nd myriad Lotterywest, 882 6PR, The West Australian, Pilbara wonderful opportunities to explore Perth’s fascinating exhibitions including rare wirelesses Regional Council, Heritage Council of Western heritage and see how the revitalisation of our and gramophones, demonstrations and talks. Australia, The Terrace Hotel and our advertisers for heritage places is enlivening the city. their support. This event would not be possible without Heritage Perth is presenting Perth Heritage Days activities are free and the I would like to congratulate Heritage Perth’s their contribution. a refl ective and insightful weekend offers the entire family an opportunity Richard Offen for coordinating a wonderful to learn about our city’s heritage. Please do We look forward to welcoming you, your family and program that allows our community to engage program that will take us come and join us for a wonderful weekend friends to discover the wide and varied program that with heritage in fun and meaningful ways. We on a journey to Perth as it getting to know Perth. is Perth Heritage Days 2014. hope everyone enjoys a weekend of heritage. was in 1914 and 1939. Lisa Scaffi di, Lord Mayor Richard Offen, Heritage Perth Executive Director Marion Fulker, Heritage Council of WA Chair Key: Disabled access Pram Access Toilets Refreshments Photographs State Registered Place bookings: heritageperth.com.au 3 ESSENTIAL DETAILS Date: Saturday October 18 Time: Gates open at 5.30pm, program commences from 6pm. Gates close at 9pm. Concerts: Government House Ballroom Sunset Concert: 6-7.15pm (bookings required) Evening Concert: 8-9pm (bookings required) Tours: Cellar Tours (bookings required) Self-guided tours Location: St Georges Terrace Bookings: heritageperth.com.au Image: Barry Skipsey An evening at Government House On Saturday October 18, you will have the Cellar tours chance to experience one of Perth’s most These cellars would have been an integral part magnifi cent heritage buildings under the of the house when it was completed in 1863, cover of night. Find out how Government particularly before the advent of refrigeration, cool House and its residents were impacted by stores and supermarkets. both World Wars. Walking through the halls and down the stairs, Government House staff were not left you will be transported back in time to the years of untouched by confl icts in Europe and war and beyond. The tours are free but bookings beyond: discover the Cunningham family are essential. whose six sons enlisted, fought and survived WWI, or meet ‘William’ – a jarrah-carved lion Evening concert - The Australian Army who journeyed from Perth to the battlefi elds Band Perth of France and now resides at the house. As the evening becomes enveloped in darkness, Sunset Concert “The ANZACS, 100 Years On” Outside the house, searchlights will reveal a the sensational Australian Army Band Perth will Presented by one of Australia’s Living peace and the aftermath. Ted introduces fi eld of tents, soldiers, nurses, and campfi res; take to the stage. Featuring some of Australia’s National Treasures Ted Egan AO, this will the facts and examines the comradeship, as the grounds are transformed into a replica most acclaimed musicians, pipers and vocalists, be a truly memorable performance that courage, sacrifi ce and suffering that the war WWI army camp and hospital. the band will take you on a musical journey to incorporates songs, stories, photographs, created. His songs and stories paint a picture a time of war. Self-guided tours maps and fi lm. It is a labour of love that is of the battlefi elds and every Australian and It was a time when music was so important and as rare and unique as Ted is himself. New Zealand home. The house has been home to successive Western Australian Governors since 1863. Take the helped sustain so many people, albeit at home It will take you on an incredible journey It is a salute to the spirit of the ANZACs or overseas. from the declaration of war, through – the men and women – their bravery, evening to explore the house by lamplight as it The evening will include iconic military music enlistment, Egypt, Gallipoli, the Western their larrikinism, reckless valour and their was for the governors and their families. Marvel Front, the Middle East, the Home Front, unshakable loyalty to their mates. at the grand main entrance, wander through and a grand fi nale featuring a tribute to all the majestic dining room and take in the beauty fallen soldiers from all wars; the Piper’s Lament, of years gone by. Evening Hymn and the Last Post. Perth Heritage Days 2014 4 ESSENTIAL DETAILS Date: Sunday October 19 Time: 10am-4pm (last entry 3.30pm) 11am: 10th Light Horse Parade 1pm: Westralian Great War Living Association Location: Harvest Terrace, West Perth. Parliament House staff car park (corner Harvest Terrace and Parliament Place and roadways) will be open for general public parking on Sunday October 19. Parliament House The word parliament comes from the Latin yourself time to appreciate the architecture of the and memory of the 10th Light Horseman. Members Light Horse and the Australian Army Service Corps, parliamentum and the French parler (to speak) and 1960s extensions before moving through to the are drawn from across the South West and use amongst others. The group also has a contingent of describes the method by which members reach federation-style original 1904 Parliament House authentic uniforms and saddlery. The troop includes nurses to represent the vital role that women played decisions in our Houses of Parliament – by talking refl ected in the beautifully appointed chambers, a number of ‘Waler’ Australian Heritage Horses, the in WWI. to each other. Originally constructed from 1902- Members’ Dining Room and the Parliamentary Library. type of horse used by Light Horseman in the Middle RAAF and Army Museum Of Western 1904, government did not have suffi cient funds East in WWI. Australia displays to complete Parliament House and a temporary Don’t forget, while you are there, to view the displays Parliament House will be featuring a static 10th building faced with galvanised iron was constructed on Parliament, the 10th Light Horse, the history of Both the Army Museum of Western Australia Light Horse display which includes an extensive in place of a proposed eastern wing. It took a Western Australia’s aviation and army during both and the Aviation Heritage Museum of Western photo collection, memorabilia, books and diaries and further 60 years before the eastern extensions were wars (kindly sponsored by the Army Museum of Australia will be hosting displays to honour the a model 10th Light Horse and 10th Light Horseman. achieved and this year Parliament House celebrated Western Australia and the Aviation Heritage Museum). lives of the men and women who went to war. View mannequins in genuine uniforms from both wars; the 50th anniversary of the completion of the Parliamentary staff and volunteers will be available The Westralian Great War Living History battlefi eld, battalion battle honour and military extensions in March 1964. to answer your queries and share their knowledge, Association aviation photographs; military medals and artefacts. ensuring your visit to Parliament House is The Westralian Great War Living History Association Parliament House will be open on Sunday The displays also feature the contribution of women interesting and memorable.