David Ward

David Ward is a heritage specialist, public historian, researcher, and writer with over 20 years of experience in heritage asset management and consulting. They currently serve as a Senior Heritage Consultant at Urbis, collaborating on projects across various sectors. Previously, Ward held positions including Regional Manager at NGH and Heritage Manager at John Holland, overseeing significant heritage portfolios and advising on complex issues. Ward has also worked in education and public events at institutions like the Australian War Memorial and the National Museum of Australia. They hold a Graduate Diploma in Arts from The Australian National University and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Cultural Heritage Management from the University of Canberra.