Job vacancy: Project Officer, First Nations Histories (now closed)
HCNSW Job – Project Officer, First Nations Histories. The position is for 16 hrs a week until December 2024, with a possibility of extension. Applications close 19 February 2024.
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.
Notice of Annual General Meeting 2023
Members of the History Council of NSW are invited to join us for the 2022 Annual General Meeting which includes Council elections.
Our Subcommittees
HCNSW Heritage Subcommittee – an opportunity for our members to contribute to the HCNSW’s heritage position & advocacy.
POSTPONED: First Nations – Connecting Culture: Tracing Ancestors
In this panel presented by the HCNSW in collaboration with the State Library of NSW, Melissa Jackson and Kerry-Ann Tape will meet in-person to speak about the State Library’s diverse family history collections, both online and onsite.
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.
First Nations: Careers in History – Preparing for opportunity! (19 July 2022)
In this panel presented by the HCNSW, Paul Irish, Neenah Gray, Brian Marshall and Emily McDaniel will meet in-person to speak about career paths for First Nations historians. Chaired by Kiera Lindsey.
Member Callout – Heritage Subcommittee Opportunity (Closed)
HCNSW Heritage Subcommittee – an opportunity for our members to contribute to the HCNSW’s heritage position & advocacy.