Trust Talks

Trust Talks: Embracing Heritage, Environment and Culture

Trust Talks: Celebrating Built, Natural and Cultural Heritage | Expect New Venues, Fresh Voices, and All-New Events—Stay Tuned!

Each event is more than just a talk - it's an immersive experience

Here's what to expect:

Unique Settings: Explore venues that blend heritage with natural beauty - iconic cultural spaces, gardens, wildlife-rich environments
Fresh Voices: Hear from experts, artists and community shaping the future of conservation, culture and sustainability.
Interactive Opportunities: Engage with passionate speakers, meet like-minded enthusiasts, and participate in discussions.
Light Refreshments

The 2025 Trust Talks Series

The Trust Talks Series was launched for 2025 at Government House (Fernberg) on 6 May, with the Governor of Queensland,
Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jennette Young and Professor Nimo.

Hou Wang Temple Atherton Saturday 30 August 2025	Built Heritage and Culture Twilight at the Temple - An in-depth guided tour that brings the stories of this treasured site to life against the atmospheric backdrop of dusk and carefully curated illumination. The event also features a gallery talk on the powerful joint exhibition by Glynis Lee and Pamela See!	Tickets Available!
Wolston Farmhouse Wacol Sunday 19 October 2025	Built Heritage - History A unique afternoon at Wolston Farmhouse blending rich historical insight with theatrical storytelling. Explore the lives of Dr Karl Langer, a modernist architect whose work helped shape Queensland’s post-war identity, and his wife, Dr Gertrude Langer, a passionate art historian who introduced Brisbane to the world of Modern Art. Experience a live, time-travelling performance by Natalie Cowling* as Gertrude Langer—witty, confident, and ahead of her time and enjoy coffee and cake.*	Tickets Available!
Lord Stanley Hotel East Brisbane Wednesday 5 November 2025	Built Heritage - Restoration Lord Stanley Hotel - Hear directly from the developer/hotelier and the project’s architect as they share the remarkable restoration journey of the Lord Stanley Hotel, East Brisbane	Tickets on Sale September
TBC	Built Heritage - Collections St John's Cathedral

Join us as we celebrate Queensland's stories and the people who keep them alive. Your National Trust membership gives you access
for some events with discounted ticket prices. Another great reason to become a National Trust Queensland Member.

Whether you're a seasoned heritage supporter, a curious learner, or someone looking for an enriching experience, Trust Talks offers something special for everyone.

We've had some great Trust Talks in the past:

The Debate: Head in the Cloudlands - Is there too much idealism in Heritage
Managing the Heritage of Wounded Places
Behind Closed Doors: The Heritage of Hidden Places and Exclusive Spaces
Beauty or the Beast: Communicating the value of the twentieth-century heritage
The (un)remarkable house - stories of our homes
The Debate: "It's not a chip on your shoulder if they're out to get you"
The City - More than just an architectural backdrop.

If you have a venue you'd like to showcase or a speaker whose insights you'd like to share, please reach out to emillar@nationaltrustqld.org.