Calendar of Events

Join multi-awarding-winning author Stephen Dando-Collins as he uncovers the fascinating story behind two iconic Second World War photographs in his new book The Buna Shots. On Christmas Day 1942, New Zealand combat photographer George Silk photographed a “fuzzy wuzzy angel” helping a wounded Digger along a track in New Guinea. It later became regarded as one […]

The Temora Aviation Museum’s April Aircraft Showcase will feature a spectacular lineup of servicable aircraft from the RAAF 100 SQN Historic Flight Collection, including iconic planes such as the Supermarine Spitfire, Cessna O-2A, Lockheed Hudson, Wirraway, Tiger Moth, Ryan STM S2, and many more visiting Warbirds. At Temora, you’ll get an up-close look at Australia’s […]

Step back into history and witness a lively debate of the 1920s come to life. Our latest exhibition commemorates the 90th anniversary of the Shrine of Remembrance, offering a nostalgic experience that, for the first time, delves into the forgotten designs for Victoria's War Memorial. Explore the entries of the 1921 War Memorial design competition, […]

On 1st October 1839, the newly appointed Superintendent of the Port Phillip District, Charles La Trobe, came ashore in Melbourne for the first time. He was greeted by William Lonsdale, who had been sent to the district as de facto superintendent, and Police Magistrate in late 1836. Lonsdale, a recently retired officer of the 4th […]

Under The Same Moon is a distinctive narrative that weaves together the lives of a family, their sons, and the men of the battalion they join, all set against the backdrop of a now-vanished Australia of World War II. This compelling historical account breathes life into the people and places of the era, creating a […]

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 […]

Join author Jeff Steel as he recounts the incredible adventures of Neil Lindsay in World War Two from his book "The Impossible Survivor". Neil Lindsay was a Melbourne boy. When he volunteered for RAF Bomber Command in the darkest days of World War Two, he rapidly discovered that survival was unlikely. He pressed on. He […]

RUSIV Lunchtime Speaker – Thursday 24th April 2025, 1200 for 1230, Anzac House, 4 Collins St HE Vasyl Myroshnychenko, Ambassador of Ukraine to Australia TOPIC – The War in Ukraine – Three years on His Excellency took up his position in Canberra in April 2022.. He is a Member of the Supervisory Board of the […]

Gather at dawn to honour the service and sacrifice of generations of Australians—and all those affected by war. The service begins at first light, marking the time of the Gallipoli landing in 1915—the first major military action by Australian and New Zealand forces (ANZACs) during the First World War. Experience a moving ceremony featuring recitations, […]

Cressy Aerodrome, located in Victoria, Australia, will be conducting its 2025 Anzac Day Commemorative service at Midday on Friday the 25th of April. The Commemorative Service will be conducted at the Flag pole, beside the main drive to the Hangar, at our WW2 Aerodrome. Following the service, there will be live music in the hangar […]

We rightly spend much personal and national emotion on remembering the Great War and indeed all wars. We focus on the carnage, the loss of sons and brothers and on the exploits of our troops. But what did it all mean? Did we achieve what we anticipated when we got into the war? At the […]

The Society of Kalamata ‘23 March’ cordially invite you to the commemoration of the 84th Anniversary of the Battle of Kalamata at the Australian Hellenic Memorial, Domain Gardens, Corner Birdwood Avenue & Government House Drive, Melbourne.Sunday 27th April 2025 at 1:00 pm RSVP by Tuesday, 22nd April, 2025 Please advise if you will be laying […]

Experience a powerful and moving performance of The Shoe-Horn Sonata, brought to life by Limelight Touring Company. Written by acclaimed Australian playwright John Misto, this gripping fictional play tells an unforgettable tale of resilience and remembrance. In 1945, Sheila and Bridie were freed from a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp. Now, after a half-century separation, the filming […]

Experience a powerful and moving performance of The Shoe-Horn Sonata, brought to life by Limelight Touring Company. Written by acclaimed Australian playwright John Misto, this gripping fictional play tells an unforgettable tale of resilience and remembrance. In 1945, Sheila and Bridie were freed from a Japanese prisoner-of-war camp. Now, after a half-century separation, the filming […]

Military history as a discipline has always been seen and classified as part of military education. Not surprisingly there is a common conception – albeit a wrong one – that military academies and staff colleges are the bastions of military history. Very few people notice that most of military historians are actually working in civilian […]

Join us for an insightful webinar that challenges the traditional representation of the Australian ‘Digger’ and highlights the unsung heroes of our nation's military history. Presented by the National Archives of Australia, this webinar will delve into the stories of female, First Nations, multicultural, LGBTQ+, and older Australian service members who bravely served but were […]

Official Battle of Crete Commemorative Reception in honour of our ANZAC Greece & Crete Veterans, to be held at the Cretan Brotherhood of Melbourne, 148-150 Nicholson Street, Brunswick East. The events will also be attended by the Consul General for Greece in Melbourne, Senior Representatives of the Hellenic Armed Forces visiting from Greece for the […]

Official Wreath Laying Ceremony commemorating the 84th anniversary of the Battle of Crete at the forecourt of the Shrine of Remembrance in Melbourne, immediately followed by a ceremony at the Australian Hellenic Memorial in the Domain Gardens of Melbourne hosted by the Australian Hellenic Memorial Foundation. The events will also be attended by the Consul […]

After 9/11 our Nation sent the Aussie S.A.S. into harm’s way to protect us. 25 years later, their suffering continues. The S.A.S. now tell their story of what really happened in Afghanistan and Iraq. Featuring exclusive, never before seen interviews with officers and soldiers of the S.A.S.. As Prime Ministers Rudd, Howard and Abbott tell […]