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Join us this Remembrance Day as bestselling author Peter FitzSimons shares the extraordinary story of a doctor whose courage and leadership became a lifeline for thousands on the infamous Thai–Burma Railway. Young Australian surgeon Edward “Weary” Dunlop was commissioned as a captain in the Australian Army Medical Corps and later sent to Java. At a […]

Please join us to launch the publication of Code of Silence: How Australian Women Helped Win the War, featuring author Diana Thorp in conversation with Professor Clare Wright. Eighty years after the end of World War II, intriguing stories of the crucial contributions of women on the Australian home front are emerging. As war climbed […]

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You are cordially invited to attend the Annual Luncheon at Angliss Restaurant 550 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne at 12-00 pm for 12-30pmDress: Lounge Suit/Jacket and Tie (no medals or decorations) Ladies: Day Dress The cost of this function is $45 per person and includes pre-lunch drinks and table wines Book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings […]

Mastering the Army Profession An analysis of how Army has endeavoured to master the profession of arms throughout its history aimed at raising Army’s capability by addressing culture, ethics, discipline, professionalism, organisational structure and education and training. Army confronts a range of challenges as it prepares itself for the complex strategic environment that it currently […]

Hey there! Join us for the Kokoda 2026 Online Information Session on November 27, 2025 at 7:00 PM (Australia/Sydney time). Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just curious about the iconic Kokoda Track, this event is perfect for you. Get the latest updates, tips, and insights from our experts. We will be discussing, how to […]

Remembering Australia’s Military Women In HERstory, artist Carla Edwards honours the women who have served in Australia’s military forces, past and present. What began in 2022 as a small portrait project on the NSW Central Coast has grown into a remarkable national undertaking. Travelling more than 120,000 kilometres across five states and one territory, Carla has […]

This lecture will discuss a group of Second World War Australian servicemen who performed the bulk of their service in Yugoslavia. Captured in Greece in 1941, they escaped in transit to occupied Yugoslavia and became embroiled in the war of resistance against Axis occupation. And later, in the civil war between the two resistance factions, […]

Step into the world of camouflage and uncover its surprising history. See how nature has inspired military disguise—from animal patterns to clever tricks of deception. Explore real camouflage uniforms, historical objects, and rotating artworks by well-known artists. Follow the evolution of camouflage from the First World War to today and learn how it reflects changing […]

David Howell owner of Kokoda Historical, will discuss trekking Kokoda in 2026. Hey there! Join us for the Kokoda 2026 Online Information Session on Thursday, January 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM (Australia/Sydney time). Whether you're a seasoned hiker or just curious about the iconic Kokoda Track, this event is perfect for you. Get the latest […]

Remembering Australia’s Military Women In HERstory, artist Carla Edwards honours the women who have served in Australia’s military forces, past and present. What began in 2022 as a small portrait project on the NSW Central Coast has grown into a remarkable national undertaking. Travelling more than 120,000 kilometres across five states and one territory, Carla has […]

As the saying goes, “An army marches on its stomach.” Yet the essential contributions of those who cook, research, and serve food to hundreds of hungry troops often go unrecognised. Taste of Combat honours the vital work of the Catering Corps and unveils the fascinating science and innovation behind military meals. Step into the world […]