Background

Operating Heritage Australia

OHA formed in 2019 to respond to the needs of the various groups, organisations and individuals that are committed to keeping vintage engines, motor vehicles, aircraft, boats and many other forms of engineered heritage – operable. Key leaders in the operating heritage sectors, representing their peak bodies, meet regularly to discuss, strategise and execute various actions to contribute to the ongoing sustainability of the sector.

OUR VISION

OHA is a sector leader in creating a society that values and respects the custodians of Australia’s operating engineered heritage and their collective skills, knowledge, and traditions, that ensure this unique heritage is preserved for future generations to enjoy.

Operating Heritage Australia provides a platform for the collaboration of multiple peak bodies in the operating heritage sector to collaborate, support, and advocate.

Operating Heritage Australia is a sector-focused team of experts in their field who provide innovative and proactive strategies to address the key issues impacting the heritage community through engaging with all levels of government, industry, and community organisations.

Operating Heritage Australia is committed to: Advocacy, Representation, Collaboration, Communication, and Support for all individuals and communities engaged in the custodianship of our operating heritage.

TRANSPARENCY

PROFESSIONALISM

ETHICAL

INCLUSIVE

INNOVATIVE

STRATEGIC AREAS

ADVOCACY

LEADERSHIP

COLLABORATION

COMMUNICATION

RESEARCH

OUR MAIN PROJECTS

OHA is engaged in a number of key projects that involve advocacy work, collaboration with other agencies, providing tools and resources to sector communities and collating data. To see details of what we are up to see our Key Projects

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