Cultural Landscape Management - Australian Alps National Parks

Constraints on investigation: Note anything that may limit investigation of the landscape or access to the place byresearchers, workers and the public. For instance, there may be cultural, social or religious or ethical reasons that prevent this.Physical investigation of a cemetery, for example, would not be appropriate in most cases.Future developments that are likely to take place: The conservation policy should look at possible future developments, egin parks policy or management, and how these might impact on the landscape and its significance. You should aim for aflexible policy that can be adapted to changing conditions, while retaining the significance of the place.Adoption of the policy and a process for its periodic review: To succeed, and before it can be implemented, the policy needsto be officially adopted as park policy - a means of achieving this must be included in your report. A review process isnecessary, to ensure that adjustments can be made, in response to changes in conditions, alteration to other park policies,changes in funding level or use etc.You should also consider the impact of implementing the policy on systems outside the boundary of the cultural landscape inquestion. For instance, will increased visitor numbers have a detrimental effect on natural or cultural systems nearby? Willexotic plants earmarked for retention invade adjoining bushland?Appendix 2 provides examples of how two cultural landscape conservation plans present conservation policyinformation. Extracts are from the Kiandra Study (draft), and the Currango Conservation Plan.5.3 Implementation: the conservation management strategyImplementation of the policy requires a strategy for the conservation management of the landscape and its components(Australia ICOMOS 1992:79). This must consider:• Appropriate treatments and techniquesWhat specialist techniques are required, to maximise the conservation of significance of the landscape or feature, whileminimising damage to the fabric? For instance, you may need a specialist conservation architect to suggest techniques forstabilising crumbling earthen structures. In some cases, technical problems may prevent a course of action, such as difficultyof moving equipment onto a site.• Financial resources requiredHow much money is required? Where will the funds come from? Can you get external funding for the project?.• Personnel required - technical, specialist and works crewsWho will do the detailed conservation works? Are works crews available? Do they have the skills? How can they betrained?41