MINISTER for Planning Lizzie Blandthorn announced $2.2 million towards 18 new projects across Victoria, including Churchill Island, as part of round 7 of the Living Heritage Program.
Round 7 will see works begin at two heritage places in Melbourne and 16 heritage places or objects across regional Victoria.
This includes conservation works to several buildings on Churchill Island such as Amess House and Barn, and Rogers Cottage, with funding of $198,000.
The Living Heritage provides grants for conservation works to at risk State heritage listed places and objects included in the Victorian Heritage Register.
To find out more about the Living Heritage Program visit, heritage.vic.gov.au/grants/living-heritage-program.
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