Old Errowanbang Woolshed endures 135 years of history on the land, but its future is in doubt

One of Australia’s most historically significant woolsheds is at risk of falling into disrepair as maintenance costs continue to climb out of reach.

Heritage New South Wales funding has proved expensive to apply for and elusive, raising important questions for privately owned heritage assets everywhere.

Who should pay to preserve Australia’s history and is the current system in the best interest of conservation?

Perhaps the most unique woolshed in all of Australia has largely remained a secret until it was first opened to the public in 2012.

For owner Jan Harries, it was the necessary next step in…