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be introduced. Objects that are moved should be returned to the site following any conservation works. Where this is not possible or practical, objects should ultimately be placed with a suitable collection agency.

Presented and Transmitted: Research and conservation partnerships will enrich the interpretation and awareness of the site.

Partnerships between the AAD and heritage experts and philanthropic organisations enhance the efficacy of conservation measures and are in keeping with the 1911-14 model of non-government contributions to Antarctic endeavours.

Collections agencies and others holding AAE objects and related documents should be involved in improving the links between on-site and off-site interpretation of the place.

1.2 Management Framework

Mawson's Huts and Mawson's Huts Historic Site are afforded protection under international treaty obligations, Australian legislation and DSEWPaC's heritage strategy. The AAD's role is to ensure that this plan is implemented, the heritage values of the site are conserved, and to ensure that the heritage values are interpreted and presented to the Australian community.

1.2.1 International Treaties, Australian Statutory Requirements and Conservation Charters

Antarctic Treaty and Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty

Australia, as a party to the Antarctic Treaty (1959) and the Protocol on Environmental Protection to the Antarctic Treaty (1991) (Madrid Protocol), is bound by these instruments' provisions on cultural and natural heritage.

The first Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (Canberra, 1961) acknowledged the importance of Antarctic historic heritage. It adopted Recommendation I-9, which urged governments interested in Antarctic tombs, buildings or objects of historic interest to consult each other on their condition, restoration or preservation, and to adopt all adequate measures to protect historic sites from damage or destruction. Since 1972, Antarctic Treaty parties have maintained a list of historic sites and monuments. Mawson's Huts have been included on this list since its inception.

The Madrid Protocol establishes a comprehensive environmental protection regime for Antarctica. All activities in Antarctica must be planned and conducted so as to limit adverse impacts on the environment. Annexes to the Protocol deal with specific environmental management and protection matters. While no annex applies specifically to historic heritage values, provisions for environmental impact assessment and for area protection and management are relevant.

In addition to its listing as an Antarctic Treaty Historic Site and Monument, the Mawson's Huts Historic Site was afforded further protection in 2004 when the annual Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting designated the site as ASMA 3 and ASPA 162, and approved management plans for both (see Appendices II and III for current plans).

ASPA and ASMA management plans explain reasons for designation, identify zones (such as the Visual Protection Zone in this site), and set conditions under which permits may be granted, and other conditions applying to access and activities which