Support the temple’s recovery

Substantial building and conservation works are needed to not only repair damage due to the fire but also to safeguard this spiritually and historically significant temple and its contents into the future. Insurance is only going to cover some of this work.

As a heritage site, building and conservation works at the temple will be conducted in consultation with Heritage Victoria. Work will require the employment of conservation specialists and methods to ensure the best outcomes for the temple.

The National Trust have established a Restoration Appeal which allows people to make a tax-deductible donation to support restoration of the temple. Donations can only be spent on restoration work.

Your financial support will help us with the following tasks:

Repair and reconstruction

Repair and reconstruction of the heavenly well
Repair and reconstruction of plasterwork and fireplaces
Repair and reconstruction of tile flooring

Assessment and repairs

Assessment and repairs to electrical works throughout the temple
Assessment and repairs to drainage throughout the temple
Treatment of rising damp

Cleaning and conservation

Cleaning, repair and conservation of heat, smoke and water damaged donation plaques, altar tables, Kwan Tai’s horses (2), Kwan Tai’s blades (2), Kwan Tai’s seal, other objects from the Kwan Tai hall
Construction of replicas of lost and badly fire damaged donation plaques and decorations