Our Vision
To create and nurture an active and sustainable organization that is assertive in preserving the unique natural and historical environment and culture of Plenty and district in complement with Nillumbik Shire Council’s heritage overlay. In this way, we respect and recognize the diversity of the community, and enhance knowledge and pride in the community and respect for the Society.
Our Mission
Plenty Historical Society and its members will maintain a focused approach to historical, cultural and environmental matters and issues to ensure the Society can maximise its exposure and presence in the wider community and draw on the many resources in the region. We aim to identify and link with other historical and community resources, recognising the importance and value of that infrastructure, at the same time encouraging, educating, growing, and maintaining the interest of our membership.
Our Values
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We will identify, promote, respect and preserve the historical, cultural, environmental and community characteristics of Plenty and district;
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We are committed to preserving the historical records, memorabilia, natural environment and artefacts of Plenty and district;
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The Society maintains a powerful link with the Royal Historical Society of Victoria, Nillumbik Shire Council and other organizations as the unified voice of its members and as a group to lobby for retention of historical sites, natural environment and other items of historical interest;
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The Society is committed to providing its members with a forum to explore issues of local history and the natural environment;
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The Society is committed to supporting, encouraging, educating and maintaining the interest of its members in an atmosphere of mutual respect, satisfaction and enjoyment;
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The Society will foster excellence in researching and maintaining the history of the area;
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The Society is committed to sharing its resources and encouraging and assisting other individuals and organizations wishing to conduct historical research within Plenty and districts provided such activities are considered by the members to be in the best interests of the Society and the community;
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The Society is committed to being progressive in outlook and to giving consideration to all relevant developments in technology;
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The Society is committed to widening its exposure and activities to include the wider community and will work in association with community members on projects considered of benefit to the majority; and
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The Society is committed to principles of stewardship and accountability.
We will demonstrate our values by:
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Listening to, working with, and respecting the views of the community;
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Being honest, trustworthy and maintaining our integrity in all that we do;
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Maintaining a high level of professionalism, innovation and continuous improvement in all our activities; and
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Managing our resources with utmost responsibility and maintaining a sense of balance in our approach and attitudes at all times.
