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5.4.7 Protection of Movable Cultural Heritage Act 1987 (NI)

The Protection of Moveable Cultural Heritage Act 1987 (NI) protects Norfolk Island's heritage of movable
cultural objects as well as Australian and foreign protected objects.

Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area—Heritage Management Plan, April 2016

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5.5 Development Approval Process

Most physical changes that may impact on the KAVHA site (including painting, erecting a structure,
roadworks and new utility services) require development approval. However, certain uses, development
and activities undertaken in accordance with an approved CMP do not require consent, and the
responsible Minister (or his or her delegate responsible for planning) can exempt the need for
development approval if satisfied that the proposal would contribute to conservation and interpretation,
and not affect the heritage significance of the KAVHA site.'° Other than minor exempted works, most
physical changes also require building approval. In considering applications, the heads of consideration
include environmental impacts, land use, social equity, safety and amenity issues.

The EPBC Act also requires that works which might have a significant impact on World or National
Heritage values, the environment on Commonwealth land, or on matters of National Environmental
Significance, are referred to the Australian Government Minister for the Environment (or delegate) who will
determine whether such actions are controlled within the meaning of the EPBC Act. Even if a controlled
action is approved, it is still subject to Norfolk Island planning and development control.

Early consultation with the Norfolk Island Planning Office can be useful in determining whether a proposal
is allowable and what steps are required to seek approval. Advice can also be provided on the processes
and additional consultation required, such as advice from a heritage advisor, or referral to the Australian
Department of the Environment.

5.6 Environmental Management

The natural environment within the KAVHA site, which also has significant cultural landscape values, is
managed under both Commonwealth and Norfolk Island legislation.

There are a number of significant natural species recorded within the KAVHA site. The wetland and
freshwater marsh in the lower reaches of Watermill and Town Creeks particularly contribute to the
biodiversity of the KAVHA site.

Key natural environmental issues within the KAVHA site include wetland and drainage channel management,
water quality, erosion, dune and cliff stabilisation, habitat rehabilitation, and pest and weed control.

'5 Norfolk Island Plan Clause 74.

Section 5: Management Context

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Jean Rice Architect | CONTEXT | GML Heritage

5.7 KAVHA Board

The former Kingston and Arthur's Vale Historic Area Management Board (KAVHA Board) was established
under a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Australian Government and the Norfolk
Island Government in 1989, which was revised in 1994. The KAVHA