King Charles has personally examined plans for the ambitious restoration of Hillview Estate.
The King’s Foundation shared a video showing Charles studying drawings and garden designs for the historic property in Sutton Forest, New South Wales, which is set to become the organisation’s Australian headquarters.
A keen gardener with a lifelong passion for the natural world, he appeared interested in the plans which were developed with the help of renowned Australian landscape designer Paul Bangay.
The pair were pictured discussing the proposals during a visit to Dumfries House in Scotland in September.
Founded by Charles in 2024, the Foundation has made the restoration of Hillview its flagship project.
It was used as a summer residence by the governors of New South Wales, will be transformed into a cultural and educational centre.
The ambitious plans take inspiration from Dumfries House in Ayrshire, the Scottish estate rescued in 2007 through a campaign led by Charles when he was Prince of Wales.
Today, it serves as the UK headquarters of his foundation and provides training in traditional crafts and practical skills.
Constantine Innemee, chief executive of The King’s Foundation Australia, said the project would explore ways of living more harmoniously with nature.
He also described the opportunity to review the initial designs with the King as a privilege, praising Charles’s extensive knowledge.
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The organistiom was launched during Charles and Queen Camilla’s official visit to the country in 2024.
