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Stories Unseen
Stories Unseen is an engaging mobile app that brings Western Australia’s heritage to life through historical narratives and advanced technology. Featuring curated audio guides, augmented reality overlays and direct links to the State Register of Heritage Places, the app offers users a seamless way to explore the past.
Signature tours include Trailblazing Women, which celebrates the under-represented contributions of women in Western Australia’s history, and others focussing on social justice and local stories. Heritage landmarks such as His Majesty’s Theatre, the former Palace Hotel and State Buildings precinct are brought into focus, while demolished icons like the Esplanade Hotel are reimagined through technology.
Using GPS and interactive media, Stories Unseen invites users to embark on their heritage journey anytime, turning the past into a dynamic and accessible experience.
Commendation
Lotterywest Boorloo Heritage Festival 2024
This festival celebrated Perth’s unique heritage, drawing a record attendance of 90,000 people across 103 events (and 225 repeat sessions), showcasing Perth’s history and culture.
Supported by the City of Perth and Lotterywest, the festival united more than 70 heritage, arts and community groups to deliver guided walks, open house events, workshops, performances and exhibitions. The festival celebrated milestones such as the 125th anniversary of the Department of Fire and Emergency Services and The Perth Mint, 120 years of His Majesty’s Theatre, and 100 years of the Country Women’s Association WA.
