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New Heritage WC Council to be inaugurated by Premier Winde and Minister Marais

23 October 2019

MEDIA ALERT:  NEW HERITAGE WESTERN CAPE COUNCIL TO BE INAUGURATED BY PREMIER WINDE AND MINISTER MARAIS  

Together with Premier Alan Winde, Minister Anroux Marais will tomorrow, 24 October 2019, officiate the inauguration of the new council of Heritage Western Cape.

Heritage Western Cape (HWC) is a provincial heritage resources authority. Established in January 2003, this public entity seeks to identify, protect and conserve the rich and diverse heritage resources of the Western Cape, including its landscapes, sites, artefacts, buildings and structures.

The new council will be tasked with conserving heritage resources for generations to come, while at the same time encouraging a region and an economy with a modern future. By striking this balance, they will be able to protect our unique history, while allowing for vital new builds and upgrades which contribute towards job creation and economic growth in our region.

The Council’s term will officially commence on 1 November 2019 and end on 31 October 2022. 

ALL MEDIA ARE INVITED TO ATTEND

 Date:           Thursday, 24 October 2019

Time:           11h30

Venue:        7th Floor Conference Room, 4 Dorp Street, Cape Town

There will be opportunities for photographs and interviews.

Media Enquiries: 

Stacy McLean
Spokesperson to Minister of Cultural Affairs and Sport, Anroux Marais
083 504 1171
Stacy.McLean@westerncape.gov.za 

Bianca Capazorio
Spokesperson to Premier Alan Winde
0723727044
bianca.capazorio@westerncape.gov.za