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Due Diligence Complete

Defence has completed the due diligence investigations of the heritage values and the environment of Fortuna villa and grounds, to determine the characteristics of the property. The results of the investigations have been compiled into a series of studies.

Copies of the studies have been provided to the City of Greater Bendigo and the Victorian Government to assist them in deciding whether to make a ‘priority sale’ submission to purchase the property under the Commonwealth Property Disposals Policy.

Defence will continue to engage with key stakeholders, including Heritage Victoria, the City of Greater Bendigo, the Victorian Government and the community during the disposal of Fortuna.

Defence Site Fortuna Public Open Day

On Saturday 6th December 2008 the Department of Defence held a Public Open Day at the Defence Site Fortuna.

Visitors were able to take a self-guided tour of the historic Villa and explore the grounds of the site. Highlights included the conservatory, the many stained glass windows throughout the Villa, and the Pompeii fountain.

It is estimated that around 4,700 people visited Fortuna during the Open Day. The Department of Defence would like to thank those who provided support and assisted in making the event a memorable experience for the Bendigo community.