Walhalla Board of Management Inc Members

The Walhalla Board of Management Incorporated is a voluntary committee responsible for overseeing the management of historic and heritage-listed buildings and tourism assets, situated on the Crown land reserves within the Walhalla township and surrounding areas.

Walhalla is an historic gold mining town that attracts 140,000 visitors per year and has an exciting future as a key regional tourism destination in conjunction with nearby Mount Baw Baw Alpine Resort.

The Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine was recently nominated for inclusion in the Victorian Heritage Register, and the broader Walhalla goldfields landscape has been added to Australia's World Heritage Tentative List.

The Board currently manages the historic Walhalla Primary School, Old Post Office, Museum, the Mechanics Institute and Library Reserve, the Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine, the Walhalla Goldfields Tourist Railway and Station Grounds and the Chinese Gardens Camping Ground.

The Walhalla Board of Management comprises up to nine members who bring together a variety of skills and experiences, to set the strategic vision and the practical management of one of Victoria’s most unique and historic townships. The Board’s role is to manage, protect and develop the portfolio of lands for their best use on behalf of the local and wider Victorian community. The Board’s portfolio of land includes the:

• Long Tunnel Extended Gold Mine
• Walhalla Goldfields Railway and Station Grounds
• Mechanics Institute and Library
• Creek Cottage
• Historic Post Office
• Chinese Gardens Campground
• Historic Walhalla Primary School

The term of appointment is three years commencing at the end of August 2025. Board meetings are typically held monthly at the Walhalla Mechanics Institute, with some meetings held remotely.

The Board wishes to attract people who value the diversity of Victoria’s communities and who have experience in one or more of the following:

• Leadership and Governance Skills
• Secretarial and Administration Skills
• Financial Management
• Marketing, Tourism and Media
• Heritage Building and Asset Management
• Community and Stakeholder Engagement
• Volunteer and Employee Management
• Tourist Mine Management

Other desired skills and knowledge may include public sector governance, insurance, risk, and a knowledge of natural local environments and historic and heritage assets.

The Victorian Government is committed to ensuring that government boards and committees reflect the rich diversity of the Victorian community. We encourage applications from people of all ages, Aboriginal people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and from lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, gender diverse, intersex and queer people. We will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

​Applicants will be shortlisted on the basis of the above-mentioned skills and experience.

Applicants are required to apply online via the Join a Public Board website (under ‘Search Current Vacancies’). Applicants are required to register an account on the Join a Public Board website prior to applying online.

Applicants should view all documents attached to the advertisement before applying. As part of your application please attach a current copy of your curriculum vitae (CV).

If you need assistance or adjustments to fully participate in the application or interview process, please contact us on the details below. You do not have to disclose any personal information if you do not want to, but it can help us understand how we can support you through the recruitment process and beyond.

Applicants with further enquiries or those with difficulties in accessing the documents should contact Matt Kelly on 0436 616 643 or email matthew.kelly@deeca.vic.gov.au(opens in a new window). You may also use the National Relay Service on 1300 555 727 or 133 677 (TTY number) if required.