Document ID: chunk:federal_register_of_legislation:F2024L00408:reg:2013:p16
Version: federal_register_of_legislation:F2024L00408
Segment Type: reg
Provision Reference: reg 2013 (pt 16/18)
Character Range: 1450303–1453255

below.

An assessment of whether the plan addresses the matters prescribed in the regulations including being consistent with the National Heritage management principles

The 2013 plan addressed matters prescribed in the regulations including the National Heritage management principles, and the plan is consistent with the principles.  This was confirmed in the summary at Appendix H of the 2013 plan.

An assessment of the effectiveness of the plan in protecting and conserving the National Heritage values

In general terms, the plan has been effective in protecting the National Heritage values of Anzac Parade.  The major issues or changes affecting the place include the following:
     * installation of two new memorials within memorial niches along the Parade, achieved within the guidance provided by the plan;
     * ongoing management of the major tree plantings, including coring, composting and mulching the plantations which has improved the health of trees, as well as selective replacements where possible;
     * the poor health/performance of the Hebe 'Otari delight' in the central beds of the Parade.  Research into the reasons for these problems has been commissioned by the NCA, and will inform the future of the plantings – whether Hebe 'Otari delight' can be successful in future and under what management regime;  and
     * developments within the setting of the Parade, notably large residential development to the east in Campbell, and the demolition of Anzac Park East which is to be replaced with a new building.  At some stage, it is anticipated Anzac Park West will also be demolished.

In summary, the values have generally been conserved.  The memorials appear in generally fair to good condition, the condition of the trees has improved although the hebes have declined.  The overall level of maintenance could still be improved.  There are no significant threats within the property although the large residential developments to the east and outside of the place are somewhat intrusive.  The impact of the replacement of Anzac Park East is not yet clear.

A general comment made at the heritage management plan workshop with key NCA staff was the complexity of plans and the difficulty of finding information.  This comment could apply to the Anzac Parade plan as well.

Recommendations for the improved protection of values

The improved protection of heritage values is achieved through the revised and updated heritage management plan with:
     * an updated understanding of condition and management issues, including issues related to the Hebe 'Otari delight' and developments within the setting;  and
     * an improved suite of conservation policies and strategies (Section 6.3), including to address the issues with Hebe 'Otari delight' and developments within the setting.

One specific recommendation/strategy is for one or several landscape maintenance plans to provide detailed implementation guidance.