Joint winners
Eastern Goldfields Historical Society
The Eastern Goldfields Historical Society is honoured for its outstanding contribution to heritage in Western Australia, recognising nearly 80 years of dedicated volunteer service. Since 1946, the society has been a trusted custodian of the Eastern Goldfields’ rich history, preserving tens of thousands of photographs, documents, maps and artefacts that tell the story of the region’s people and places.
Driven by a passionate team of volunteers, the society delivers professional-standard archival care, research, exhibitions and public programs that make local history accessible and engaging. With around 30 active volunteers and hundreds more contributing over the decades, the society’s impact is deeply rooted in community spirit and shared purpose.
Recent achievements include revitalising the Kanowna Heritage Trail and digitising thousands of historic images, connecting past and present while supporting education, tourism and cultural identity. Volunteers also provide research support, lead walking tours and deliver talks and presentations.
Through their efforts, they ensure the stories of the Eastern Goldfields continue to inform, enrich and inspire future generations.
Terra Rosa Consulting
Terra Rosa Consulting is recognised for exceptional leadership in cultural heritage protection and community empowerment across Western Australia. Since 2010, Terra Rosa has delivered high-quality heritage and environmental services through a multidisciplinary team of more than 90 specialists, combining archaeology, anthropology, GIS and environmental management with deep cultural understanding.
Their work is defined by long-term partnerships with Traditional Owners and Prescribed Body Corporates, supporting capacity building, employment pathways and the preservation of cultural knowledge. Through initiatives like On Country Academy, Terra Rosa provides accredited training for First Nations rangers, empowering communities to actively manage and protect their heritage.
Innovative projects such as AI-driven predictive modelling, interactive mapping tools and cultural auditing programs have set new benchmarks in heritage practice. From excavations at Fremantle Prison Hospital to cultural mapping with Martu and Yinhawangka communities, Terra Rosa plays a key role across Western Australia.
Their commitment to sustainable outcomes ensures heritage is not only protected but celebrated and passed on. Terra Rosa’s holistic approach, blending consultancy, education and technology, helps shape a future where cultural heritage strengthens community identity.
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