Resources

We have compiled a range of relevant archaeology and cultural heritage resources to support the people, groups and organisations we work with at Virtus Heritage. You can explore our library of resources by clicking on the relevant categories below. 

Clients

At Virtus Heritage, we take great care to work effectively with our clients to produce ethical and practical solutions. The resources provided have been curated specifically to support our clients to better understand the processes involved in working with Virtus Heritage on Aboriginal cultural heritage projects. 

This document outlines the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage investigation process for Heritage NSW, including the Aboriginal consultation process, Due Diligence process and Archaeological Assessment reporting guidelines.
This document guides the process for investigating and assessing Aboriginal Cultural Heritage in NSW, including the preparation of Aboriginal Cultural Heritage Assessment (ACHA) reports.
This guide outlines the requirements for consultation as part of the Aboriginal Cultural Heritage process to determine potential impacts on Aboriginal objects and places and inform decision-making for Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit (AHIP) applications.
This guide outlines the Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit (AHIP) application process, including when and how to apply for a permit, the assessment process and links to relevant legislation.
This code of practice defines the requirements for undertaking test excavation as part of archaeological investigations where the proposed activities may have the potential to harm Aboriginal objects or declared Aboriginal places.
This code of practice supports individuals and organisations to exercise due diligence when carrying out activities that may harm Aboriginal objects and determine if an Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit (AHIP) may be required.
Our New Client Welcome Pack shares more information about our business, team and services and steps you through the necessary forms and checklists to streamline our work together.
Our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) outlines our vision for reconciliation. It is based on the pillars of Relationships, Respect and Opportunities, which continue as commitments of our earlier Reflect and Innovate RAPs.

Communities

The recognition, preservation and celebration of the cultures and heritages of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is core to our business. We share two key publications relevant to supporting these communities.

Our STRETCH Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) outlines our vision for reconciliation. It is based on the pillars of Relationships, Respect, Opportunities and Governance, which continue as commitments of our earlier Reflect and Innovate RAPs.
This guide aims to provide clear and practical advice to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across Australia to identify and protect the unmarked graves and burial sites of their ancestors.
Our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) outlines our vision for reconciliation. It is based on the pillars of Relationships, Respect and Opportunities, which continue as commitments of our earlier Reflect and Innovate RAPs.

Education

Our team is also passionate about educating the next generation on the value of heritage. Educators, parents and carers can use the resources shared to help young people learn more about archaeology and heritage.

Archaeological works were conducted under an Aboriginal Heritage Impact Permit (AHIP) as part of a proposed subdivision and development in Hastings Point, NSW. The project area was identified within a registered Aboriginal midden site.
An educational toolkit that teaches children about Buryulgil Cemetery, a State Significant cultural place and ground-penetrating radar (GPR) technology. The toolkit also includes hands-on Science activities for students.
An educational toolkit that teaches children about the use of ground-penetrating radar (GPR) technology used to survey burial mounds in the Mapoon area of QLD. The toolkit also includes cultural heritage colouring activities.   
Our team developed a children’s storybook for primary school students sharing the bushranger history of St Aubin’s Arms in Scone, NSW. The kit includes an illustrated storybook and matching activities for children.  

Research

Many members of the Virtus Heritage team have contributed their research findings to globally significant archaeological and scientific publications, including journals and editorials. You can access key publications detailing cultural heritage investigations, archaeological methods and more.

Written by Mary-Jean Sutton, Jillian Huntley and Barry Anderson in the Journal of the Australian Association of Consulting Archaeologists.
Written by Lawrence B. Conyers, Mary-Jean Sutton and Emma St. Pierre in the Sensors journal on the science and technology of sensors.
Written by Lawrence B. Conyers, Emma J. St Pierre, Mary‐Jean Sutton and Chet Walker in Archaeological Prospection. 
Written by Emma St. Pierre, Lawrence Conyers, Mary-Jean Sutton, Peter Mitchell, Chester Walker and Diane Nicholls in Archaeology in Oceania.
Thesis submission by Mary-Jean Nancy Sutton to The School of Social Science, University of Queensland.
Written by Mary-Jean Sutton, Lawrence B. Conyers, Simon Pearce, Emma St Pierre and Diane Nicholls Pitt in Archaeology in Oceania.
Written by Mary-Jean Sutton and Lawrence B. Conyers in the International Journal of Historical Archaeology.

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