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rectify cracking caused by climate.

   A number of the subsequent issues caused by water ingress and poor drainage have been corrected, such as the erosion of the sandstone carved figures. Close inspection of all stonework should be undertaken to identify ongoing issues with spalling, erosion or staining caused by improper drainage.

5.3.4  Structural Issues

   Major rectification works including repairs to cracking in the dome, and stabilisation of the mosaics in the Hall of Memory, were undertaken in the late 1990s and further works to alleviate effects of settlement within the gallery wings were undertaken as part of the 2014 redevelopment of the First World War galleries. However, due to the methods of construction and materials used, movement in the structure may occur.

   The stone cladding of the main Memorial building is also subject to cupping due to the expansion and contraction of the underlying brick structure. Significant rectification works to address these issues, including repointing and replacement of the metal fixtures embedded within the stone, has been undertaken.

   Ongoing monitoring of the main Memorial building is required to identify long-term structural changes to the building and ongoing crack monitoring is being undertaken.

    5.3.5  Gallery Redevelopment

 As part of the First World War Gallery redevelopment (2014), physical conservation works to the space were carried out to retain and conserve original fabric, such as protection of original floors, exposure of the original ceilings, and the re-use of existing doorways and openings into the 1960 extended wings. The original skylights covered over were also conserved and retained behind new ceiling panels in order to protect the objects on display within the gallery.

 Despite earlier changes to the space, the spaces retain a level of integrity in their form and finishes which should be respected and enhanced within any proposal for new works in these areas.

    5.3.6  Maintenance

 In addition to major works occurring at the AWM since 1997, many recommendations of previous management plans have been implemented as part of the daily conservation management to ensure the condition of the building is monitored and maintained on an ongoing basis. These include:

      * Four detailed maintenance contracts covering facility maintenance, facility cleaning, horticultural services and grounds maintenance have been implemented to specifically assess and manage the condition of the building and site. Performance of these contracts is overseen by the Buildings and Services Section, with activity and requirements reviewed monthly.

      * Regular monthly inspections of the building fabric and grounds are in place.

      * A program of ongoing crack monitoring of the main building, including the Hall of Memory, is in place.

      * A new AWM Standard for Design Services and Documentation has been implemented. Existing plans and drawings have been audited and catalogued,