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Aboriginal historic and contemporary connections to Fitzroy formed the basis of this pilot project. Working with the Traditional Owners and many other Aboriginal people with connections to the area, Context documented significant cultural associations, prepared citations for important places and recommended planning protection along with ongoing community engagement.

Development of a teaching module on ‘Community Connections, Heritage Values and the Intangible: Modern and Universal’ for the international Modern Architecture Conservation Course offered by the Getty Conservation Insitute in 2023 and reprised in 2025. The module consists of a video lecture, detailed notes and readings, and participation in a live component with participants.

Research into and analysis of the cultural landscape values of Will-im-ee Mooring (Mt William), a National Heritage Listed place, on behalf of Wurundjeri (Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation). With Dr Anita Smith.

Working with the City of Whittlesea and Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Traditional Owners (WWCHAC), Chris Johnston completed a ‘cultural values review’ designed to shape an approach to understanding the cultural landscape of the City of Whittlesea from an Aboriginal perspective. Project examples from Whittlesea, greater Melbourne and overseas were examined, and discussions held with Elders at each stage, resulting in recommendations to the City of Whittlesea. A second component outlined a framework to guide to the development of a narrative or narratives about Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung history, connections, Country and their significance.