Borneo – The Last Campaign with Michael Veitch
Online via ZoomWednesday 12 November 2025 7:00PM-8:00PM (Australian Eastern Standard Time) The presentation Borneo – The Last Campaign Borneo: The Last Campaign tells the story of Operation OBOE, the massive, three-pronged assault on the vast Japanese-held island of Borneo in 1945. It was one of the largest amphibious invasions of the entire war, and a virtually all-Australian […]
HMAS Goorangai Service
Ocean view reserve Hesse Streets, Queenscliff, AustraliaHMAS Goorangai Service Learn more about HMAS Goorangai by clicking here.
Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Annual Luncheon
William Angliss Institute Restaurant 550 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, AustraliaYou 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 […]
Chief of Army History Conference 2025
Parliament House Parliament Drive Canberra, ACT 2600, Canberra, ACT, AustraliaMastering 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 […]
Kokoda 2026 Online Information Session
OnlineHey 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 […]
HERstory
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, AustraliaRemembering 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 […]
Anzac Guerillas in Yugoslavia’s Anti-Nazi Resistance
ANZAC Memorial - Hyde Park 126 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaThis 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, […]
Camouflage – Exhibition
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, AustraliaStep 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 […]
Kokoda Trek Online Information Session
Online via ZoomDavid 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 […]
HERstory
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, AustraliaRemembering 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 […]
Taste of Combat – The evolution of military food
The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, AustraliaAs 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 […]
Fumbling A Victory
ANZAC Memorial - Hyde Park 126 Elizabeth St, Sydney, NSW, AustraliaThe British Army at Long Island, New York, 1776 A Public Lecture by Robert Muscat The British withdrawal from Boston in early 1776 sparked numerous celebrations across the northern colonies and in Congress. Many thought it would lead to a new round of negotiations with London to secure more favourable liberties. However, John Adams and […]