From the Council – News, Views & Advocacy
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The VOICE – Post-Referendum statement of support from the HCNSW General Council
Following the outcome of the Voice Referendum, the HCNSW states its continuing support for the recognition of the diversity of historical perspectives, including those of First Nations peoples.
Condemnation – Proposed staff cuts at ACU
The History Council of NSW condemns the Australian Catholic University (ACU) for its decision to axe 20 academic positions in history.
Recognition through a Voice
The General Council of the HCNSW supports the Voice to Parliament to be enshrined in the Australian Constitution.
Statement of Concern – ABC Archives Restructure
The HCNSW, as convenor of the History Councils of Australia have made a Statement of Concern about proposed ABC Archives restructure.
Submission – HCA submission to Tune Review of National Archives of Australia
The HCNSW, along with the History Councils of Australia, has made a submission to the Attorney-General’s Dept about the Tune Review
Submission about Higher Education Support Amendment
The HCNSW, along with other History Councils, has made a submission to DESA about the Higher Education Support amendment.
A Humanities education: what’s the point?
The HCNSW, along with other History Councils, is supporting the recent HCV statement: A Humanities education: what’s the point?
The importance of the ‘Value of History’, nonprofits & activism | Will Davies’ “History is not bunk – Why history deserves your attention”
On 3 September 2019, Dr Stephen Gapps, President of the History Council of NSW, launched the Value of History Statement in New South Wales and called for its endorsement. Australian historian Will Davies in his TedX Talk in October 2019 explores the value of history.
The Australiana Fund | An invitation to contribute to the acquisition of ‘The Munro Ferguson Collection’
We are happy to support and advocate for the successful acquisition of the ‘The Munro Ferguson Collection’ to The Australiana Fund.
Announcement | Value of History Statement
The History Councils of New South Wales, South Australia, Victoria and Western Australia have jointly adopted a statement about the Value of History.
Message from HCNSW President, Dr Stephen Gapps
I’m delighted to have been elected last week (21 May 2019) to the role of President of the History Council of New South Wales, along with others on the Executive Committee and General Council. As you can see, the HCNSW includes an excellent representation of the history field, and together we will meet regularly to discuss and formulate the program that underpins the key focus of our work – to ensure that history, in all its diverse forms, is an important part of the cultural life of the people and communities of NSW.
Dr Stephen Gapps and Uncle Allan Murray – TWH Photography
Stephen Gapps with the Value of History Statement. Photo credit: TWH Photography
Dr Stephen Gapps – Value of History Statement. Photo credit: TWH Photography
Dr Stephen Gapps, SL Mag, Fellows 2017
2023 NSW Premier’s History Awards
Presentation of NSW Premier’s History Awards
