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Built Heritage - Morning Tea and Tour of Government House
On 6 May 2025, the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) launched its 2025 Trust Talks Series with an exclusive morning tea at Government House, hosted by our Patron, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, and Professor Graeme Nimmo RFD.
Guests heard from leading heritage experts Xanthe O’Donnell and Fiona Gardiner, before enjoying a personal tour of the historic residence. The event brought together leaders in heritage, architecture, conservation, and culture, setting the stage for a year of meaningful conversations through the Trust Talks Series.
Environment - Science of Saving Koalas
On 21 August 2025, the National Trust of Australia (Queensland) presented The Science of Saving Koalas at the Queensland Museum Kurilpa, as part of the Trust Talks Series.
Guests enjoyed morning tea heard from a panel of experts working at the forefront of conservation, wildlife care, and research and a tour of the Discovery Centre and Wild State Exhibitions.
The event highlighted the urgent challenges facing koalas and the innovative solutions being developed to protect them. It brought together leaders in science, heritage, and community advocacy, sparking important dialogue on safeguarding one of Australia’s most iconic species.
Karl and Gertrude Langer
On Sunday 19 October, Wolston Farmhouse hosted a captivating Trust Talks event exploring the lives and legacies of Karl and Gertrude Langer.
A wonderful group of attendees gathered under the blooming jacarandas to hear stories of Karl Langer — celebrated architect and visionary — and to discover his surprising and meaningful connection with the National Trust of Queensland. Guests were equally intrigued by the story of Gertrude Langer, whose influence on Queensland’s cultural and artistic life was nothing short of inspiring.
It was a morning rich with history, insight, and community connection — another memorable Trust Talk that truly didn’t disappoint.
Stories in Glass and Stone - St John's Cathedral
What an incredible afternoon inside the extraordinary St John’s Cathedral — a masterpiece built in three distinct stages, each reflecting the vision and craftsmanship of its era. The differing architectural styles and the stunning stained-glass windows from each phase tell their own story, with unique themes and artistic details that together create a breathtaking whole.
It was wonderful to welcome our members and industry colleagues for this Trust Talk, all captivated by the stories behind the Cathedral’s three eras of windows — many forming thematic groups of lights that shine with symbolism and history.
Our heartfelt thanks to Helen Wootton and John Carr for their fascinating insights and generosity in sharing their knowledge. You could easily spend a day exploring this remarkable place — and of course, we finished the afternoon just as we like it: with good conversation and afternoon tea.