The Siege That Forged an Enduring Australian and Polish Friendship: The Rats of Tobruk
OnlineAt this very special event, hear how the friendships forged in a small, coastal town in northern Africa influenced Australia’s post-war migration and created lifelong bonds across cultures. The Shrine of Remembrance, in partnership with the Institute of National Remembrance, Poland, presents a digital event on Saturday 27 November honouring the enduring legacy of
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Seymour Cottage and World Heritage Nomination with Professor Miles Lewis
Romsey Community Hub 96 Main Street, Romsey, VIC, AustraliaPresented as part of Romsey and Lancefield Districts Historical Society's Talking History series, esteemed Melbourne architectural historian Professor Miles Lewis is coming to Romsey to discuss the 165 year old Seymour Cottage, timber portables imported into Australia between 1840 and 1880 and the current World Heritage Nomination. He will be joined by World Heritage Taskforce
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A WALK WITH ROBYN ANNEAR
Royal Historical Society of Victoria 239 A'Beckett St, Melbourne, VIC, AustraliaIt is always exciting when Robyn Annear releases another of her captivating books into the wild and her latest book, which releases on the 30th of November, promises to be fabulous. Robyn has devised 7 historic walks around Melbourne and she will be leading a walking tour for RHSV members of one of those walks - around the Queen Victoria Markets and Flagstaff Gardens area.
Oral History Victoria Ideas and Skills Exchange
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldMembers and non-members are welcome to attend our next 'Ideas and skills exchange' session which is being held online via Zoom on Tuesday 30 November 2021 from 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm.
This is the last for the year - of our monthly informal gatherings for those who want to discuss their projects with other oral history practitioners and enthusiasts. It's a relaxed atmosphere where all are welcome.
ONLINE OPEN DAY – GIPPSLAND
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldThe National Archives of Australia is coming to Gippsland, virtually – through a free, online open day for Gippsland residents. Presented by staff from the National Archives’ Victoria State Office, the open day will feature seminars on key family history and local history resources available through the National Archives. Reference officers will also be available to answer questions you have about finding immigration and defence service records.
Stella Maris Seafarers Centre 600 Little Collins Street, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Dr Jackie Watts OAM Chair, Melbourne Maritime Heritage Network invites you to ... MMHN's 2021 Pre-Christmas Gathering & Conversation At Stella Maris Seafarers Centre 600 Little Collins Street, Melbourne (between Spencer & King Streets) On Tuesday, 7 December, 5-7 pm With Guest Speaker Angela Skandarajah Chief Executive Officer, Development Victoria Appointed CEO of Development Victoria
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Discover Your Military Ancestors
OnlineDiscover the huge range of military records you can search online, and find out what your ancestors did during the wars of the 20th century. Recommended for beginners.
Freak Out How a Musical Revolution Rocked the World in the Sixties
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldFreak Out How a Musical Revolution Rocked the World in the Sixties Freak Out is Australia’s coming-of-age story, of how we as a nation were dragged into global culture by the unstoppable momentum of rock and pop music. The sixties was an era of extraordinary change and earth-shattering events. The music scene responded with popular anthems
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The Melbourne Socialite & The Turkish Diplomat
ZOOM Join from anywhere in the worldLondon, 1913: A wealthy young woman from a stately country home falls in love with and secretly marries a handsome young diplomat from the Turkish Embassy. It sounds like a plot line from the hit British period drama Downton Abbey … but it is the real-life story of Melbourne socialite Florence Winter-Irving.
Uncovering the Past with Sands Directories
OnlineBefore the internet, postal directories provided information on Melbourne’s properties, residents, businesses and streets. Sands & McDougall online directories have changed recently. Learn how to use the new interface to discover everything from where your ancestors lived to when your house was built. We’ll give you the tips and skills to easily navigate and search
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