Calendar of Events

In the aftermath of the Second World War, Australia conducted hundreds of trials against Japanese wartime leaders. Adam Wakeling considers whether these trials were acts of justice or revenge and what we can learn from them today.   Presenter: Adam Wakeling Date: Wednesday 1 May, 6pm Location: Education Centre, Shrine of Remembrance Cost: $5, free […]

The Lemnos Gallipoli Commemorative is hosting a Presentation titled “ From Lemnos to Salonika: The Hellenic Link to Australia’s Anzac Tradition. Thursday 2nd May by Jim Claven at the Kew Golf Club. For more information please contact Mr. Jim Claven on 0409 402 388. Come along, enjoy a lunch and hear my presentation on Lemnos' […]

The Lemnos Gallipoli Commemorative is hosting a Presentation titled “ From Lemnos to Salonika: The Hellenic Link to Australia’s Anzac Tradition. Thursday 2nd May by Jim Claven at the Kew Golf Club. For more information please contact Mr. Jim Claven on 0409 402 388. Come along, enjoy a lunch and hear my presentation on Lemnos' […]

Join a Ranger-led walk and talk to learn about the Langwarrin Flora & Fauna Reserve’s rich military history and significant native flora. The site has been used for various military activities from 1886 to 1979 and contains evidence of past uses associated with the military, through all of the military buildings are now gone. Langwarrin_Victorian […]

The Greek Orthodox Community of Melbourne in conjunction with the Battle of Crete & Greece Commemorative Council are hosting an official lecture on Thursday 2nd May 6.30pm by Historian and Author Dr. Peter Ewer titled “Pinios Gorge, 18th April 1941.” For more information please contact Mr. Nick Dallas on 0403 047 063. At Pineois Gorge […]

Sisters and Misters is a Melbourne based vocal group that provides opportunities for people of all ages to sing songs to the wider community whilst improving their self-esteem and confidence, as well as providing social interaction. The majority of these people come to the group with no previous singing experience Sisters and Misters perform songs […]

Sisters and Misters is a Melbourne based vocal group that provides opportunities for people of all ages to sing songs to the wider community whilst improving their self-esteem and confidence, as well as providing social interaction. The majority of these people come to the group with no previous singing experience Sisters and Misters perform songs […]

The Kalamata Society 23rd March is hosting a Commemorative Service for the 78th Anniversary of the Battle of Kalamata on Sunday 5th May 2019 at 12.30pm at the Australian Hellenic Memorial, Domain Gardens, corner Birdwood Avenue & Government House Drive. For more information please contact Mr. Peter Andrinopoulos on 0416 020 865.

Britain’s bestselling historian Antony Beevor is visiting Australia in May as a guest of both Sydney Writers Festival and the Wheeler Centre. ‘Beevor can be credited with single-handedly transforming the reputation of military history’ The Guardian Antony’s most recent book is ARNHEM: THE BATTLE FOR THE BRIDGES, 1944, his thrilling account of the classic WW2 […]

Do you love Rock n Roll and dancing? Save this date to your diary – Saturday 11 May 2019. Come along to the National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Rock Away the afternoon with popular local band Rockhouse playing music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s from 1.00pm until 5.00pm. Local Rock & Roll dance groups […]

Do you love Rock n Roll and dancing? Save this date to your diary – Saturday 11 May 2019. Come along to the National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Rock Away the afternoon with popular local band Rockhouse playing music from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s from 1.00pm until 5.00pm. Local Rock & Roll dance groups […]

Transmission Films invite you to a special advance preview of RED JOAN at a cinema near you. For more info and to download tickets: https://www.showfilmfirst.com/pin/990839 In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award® winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by […]

Transmission Films invite you to a special advance preview of RED JOAN at a cinema near you. For more info and to download tickets: https://www.showfilmfirst.com/pin/990839 In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award® winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by […]

Transmission Films invite you to a special advance preview of RED JOAN at a cinema near you. For more info and to download tickets: https://www.showfilmfirst.com/pin/990839 In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award® winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by […]

Transmission Films invite you to a special advance preview of RED JOAN at a cinema near you. For more info and to download tickets: https://www.showfilmfirst.com/pin/990839 In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award® winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by […]

Transmission Films invite you to a special advance preview of RED JOAN at a cinema near you. For more info and to download tickets: https://www.showfilmfirst.com/pin/990839 In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award® winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by […]

Transmission Films invite you to a special advance preview of RED JOAN at a cinema near you. For more info and to download tickets: https://www.showfilmfirst.com/pin/990839 In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award® winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by […]

Mud and Blood, a compelling WWI play by Meg McNena is directed powerfully by Alice Bishop. Gallipoli and The Somme are re-lived; letters of love span the sea; women’s hands and voices are busy. Set 1914-1921 in battle and at home, real-life hero, Pompey Elliott, inspires as husband, father, general, Anzac veteran, leader. He and […]

Mud and Blood, a compelling WWI play by Meg McNena is directed powerfully by Alice Bishop. Gallipoli and The Somme are re-lived; letters of love span the sea; women’s hands and voices are busy. Set 1914-1921 in battle and at home, real-life hero, Pompey Elliott, inspires as husband, father, general, Anzac veteran, leader. He and […]

Mud and Blood, a compelling WWI play by Meg McNena is directed powerfully by Alice Bishop. Gallipoli and The Somme are re-lived; letters of love span the sea; women’s hands and voices are busy. Set 1914-1921 in battle and at home, real-life hero, Pompey Elliott, inspires as husband, father, general, Anzac veteran, leader. He and […]

Mud and Blood, a compelling WWI play by Meg McNena is directed powerfully by Alice Bishop. Gallipoli and The Somme are re-lived; letters of love span the sea; women’s hands and voices are busy. Set 1914-1921 in battle and at home, real-life hero, Pompey Elliott, inspires as husband, father, general, Anzac veteran, leader. He and […]

Transmission Films invite you to a special advance preview of RED JOAN at a cinema near you. For more info and to download tickets: https://www.showfilmfirst.com/pin/990839 In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award® winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by […]

Transmission Films invite you to a special advance preview of RED JOAN at a cinema near you. For more info and to download tickets: https://www.showfilmfirst.com/pin/990839 In a picturesque village in England, Joan Stanley (Academy Award® winner Dame Judi Dench), lives in contented retirement. Then suddenly her tranquil existence is shattered as she’s shockingly arrested by […]

Shrine Curator Neil Sharkey shares his insights into the creation of our latest special exhibition on the Korean War. Although the fighting ceased over 65 years ago, the war has never ended. Presenter: Neil Sharkey Date: Thursday 23 May, midday Location: Education Centre, Shrine of Remembrance Cost: $5, free for Shrine Friends Support the Shrine […]

Shrine Curator Neil Sharkey shares his insights into the creation of our latest special exhibition on the Korean War. Although the fighting ceased over 65 years ago, the war has never ended. Presenter: Neil Sharkey Date: Thursday 23 May, midday Location: Education Centre, Shrine of Remembrance Cost: $5, free for Shrine Friends Support the Shrine […]

The 58/32 Infantry Battalion Association Invites you to meet our Luncheon Guest Speaker for 2019 Author Mr Michael Madden. At our Major General H. E. “Pompey” Elliott CB CMG DSO DCM Annual Reunion Memorial Service & Luncheon Indoors with your choice of reserved seating Date: 24th May 2019 Place: Newly renovated Keilor East RSL Address: […]

The Battle of Crete & Greece Commemorative Council of Victoria, on behalf of the Cretan Brotherhood of Melbourne and Pancretan Association of Melbourne, are pleased to invite you to the following commemorative events on the occasion of the 78th anniversary of the Battle of Crete. Sunday 26th May 2019 11:30am Official Parade and Wreath Laying […]

The annual service, commemorating the signing of the Peace Treaty of Vereening on 31 May 1902 will take place at the Shrine of Remembrance Sunday 26 May 2019. The service will also pay tribute to the memory of the 23,000 men and women who served and the 1,000 that paid the supreme sacrifice.The march will […]

The Battle of Crete & Greece Commemorative Council of Victoria, on behalf of the Cretan Brotherhood of Melbourne and Pancretan Association of Melbourne, are pleased to invite you to the following commemorative events on the occasion of the 78th anniversary of the Battle of Crete. Sunday 26th May 2019 11:30am Official Parade and Wreath Laying […]

The annual service, commemorating the signing of the Peace Treaty of Vereening on 31 May 1902 will take place at the Shrine of Remembrance Sunday 26 May 2019. The service will also pay tribute to the memory of the 23,000 men and women who served and the 1,000 that paid the supreme sacrifice.The march will […]

Len Waters was a trailblazer. In realising his childhood dream, Len became the first and only Indigenous Australian fighter-pilot. Join Peter Rees as he reflects on this man’s extraordinary life. Presenter: Peter Rees Date: Tuesday 28 May, midday Location: Education Centre, Shrine of Remembrance Cost: $5, free for Shrine Friends Support the Shrine by becoming […]

Len Waters was a trailblazer. In realising his childhood dream, Len became the first and only Indigenous Australian fighter-pilot. Join Peter Rees as he reflects on this man’s extraordinary life. Presenter: Peter Rees Date: Tuesday 28 May, midday Location: Education Centre, Shrine of Remembrance Cost: $5, free for Shrine Friends Support the Shrine by becoming […]

The Morwell Historical Society invites you to the launch of the publication Morwell District Boer War Soldiers and Civilians. The very successful Morwell District Boer War Commemorative Service and Graphic Exhibition was held on 11 October 2017 at which soldiers and civilians from the Morwell District were remembered and their names included on the Morwell […]

The Morwell Historical Society invites you to the launch of the publication Morwell District Boer War Soldiers and Civilians. The very successful Morwell District Boer War Commemorative Service and Graphic Exhibition was held on 11 October 2017 at which soldiers and civilians from the Morwell District were remembered and their names included on the Morwell […]

Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address - Thursday 30th May 2019 at 1200 for 1230 - ANZAC House , 4 Collins St, Melbourne Dr V John Basarin OAM Topic: Gallipoli – The Turkish Perspective Vecihi "John" Başarın is a Turkish Australian historian and author with a special interest in Gallipoli. He has been […]

Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address - Thursday 30th May 2019 at 1200 for 1230 - ANZAC House , 4 Collins St, Melbourne Dr V John Basarin OAM Topic: Gallipoli – The Turkish Perspective Vecihi "John" Başarın is a Turkish Australian historian and author with a special interest in Gallipoli. He has been […]

The Victorian Aboriginal Remembrance Service commemorates Aboriginal service and sacrifice in the Australian Forces in every major conflict from the Boer War to the present. Wreath Laying on the Forecourt Shrine Representatives: Shrine Chairman of Trustees Air Vice-Marshal Chris Spence AO (Retd) Shrine Trustee Colonel John Wertheimer AM RFD