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SUMMARY:Writing the Crocodile
DESCRIPTION:In this lively\, engaging discussion Aaron and Michelle will discuss their co-written novel for middle grade readers\, Spirit of the Crocodile. They’ll talk about why they wrote it\, how they wrote it (given that they live 5000kms apart) and why stories like theirs are an important part of Australia’s reconciliation process. \nA recent ABC Radio review of the book said: “This is technically a middle-grade novel but if you ask me I think Spirit of the Crocodile is a book for everyone. Kids will love it because it’s funny\, relatable and full of adventure. But adults – like teachers\, parents and policy-makers – need to read this too. This book is a wake-up call. It shows us what climate change looks like right now: not in graphs or reports but through the heartbreak of a child watching his island disappear. It’s also a celebration of Torres Strait Islander culture – of kinship\, community and resilience. For readers unfamiliar with these stories it’s an invitation to listen\, to learn and to stand in solidarity with them. And for readers who are from this community\, it’s a mirror that says we see you and your stories matter.” Mara Mahoney\, Yapese-Fijian Reviewer\, Radio Australia (Review begins at 1:42:42)” \nAaron Fa’Aoso is a proud Torres Strait Islander film producer\, director\, screenwriter and actor. While well known for his roles in East West 101\, The Straits and Black Comedy\, and as the presenter of Strait to the Plate\, young fans know him best as the voice of Old Dog\, in Little J and Big Cuz. \nIn 2022 Aaron published his memoir\, called So Far So Good. He is on the board of SBS and of Screen Queensland\, and was the proud co-chair of Queensland’s Interim Truth and Treaty Body. Aaron is the founder of film and television production company\, Lone Star\, whose many outputs include the documentary series Blue Water Empire\, about the history of the Torres Strait Islands. \nMichelle Scott Tucker is the author of Elizabeth Macarthur: A Life at the Edge of the World – a biography of the woman who established the Australian wool industry (although her husband received all the credit). Elizabeth Macarthur was shortlisted for the 2019 NSW State Library Ashurst Business Literature Prize and the 2019 CHASS Australia Book Prize. Michelle is the co-writer of Aaron Fa’Aoso’s memoir So Far\, So Good. She is currently working on a biography of Louisa Lawson\, to be released in 2027.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/writing-the-crocodile/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260625T110000
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SUMMARY:Cataloguing Clinics 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Jillian Hiscock\, the RHSV Collections Manager\, each month in this informative and easy-going Zoom forum on all aspects of cataloguing collections for historical societies. \nJillian has a different topic each month and is happy to be guided by those who attend as to what they would like covered in upcoming clinics. Bring your questions (no matter the topic) – this is an interactive space where questions are encouraged. The RHSV does not endorse any particular cataloguing software – we believe it is horses for courses – and Jillian will talk about issues that impact on cataloguing whether you are using cataloguing cards or software. \nThe one-hour clinics are free and the Zoom log-in below is used every month in 2026\, however\, we do ask you to register each month as this enables Jillian to send you extra material / links etc. after each session. \nSessions:\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 February 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 March 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 April 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 28 May 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 25 June 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 July 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 27 August 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 24 September 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 29 October 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 November 2026\n \nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUodu6tqDgiHd1GR_iE8TH4ES68fGZNptVS/ics?icsToken=DG-8nju0TlavGLpMYAAALAAAAHjKVvjojHkP8b0WEF3xBU3_ND_gQsgdvSNgtqHVOZ5zsuq6aJanYT-P0Z-4fXQe-__Qy-vPVgC56bc5rzAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=zzNd4ZUyTrmUVJnN31jJmA\n \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nHttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81517563879?pwd=9FCUaaQEXgNGbvqJUMQhKyyrBp1yTW.1\n \nMeeting ID: 815 1756 3879\nPasscode: 903237\n \nIf joining by phone:\n \nOne tap mobile\n+61370182005\,\,81517563879#\,\,\,\,*903237# Australia\n+61731853730\,\,81517563879#\,\,\,\,*903237# Australia\n \nJoin instructions\nHttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/81517563879/invitations?signature=BFitA8rSUYgPR-TK-V-4LtlvBfEC6RHS1nRX9kJplfY
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/cataloguing-clinics-2026-06-june/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, Join from anywhere in the world
CATEGORIES:What's On
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SUMMARY:Family History Workshop: Understanding Military Records
DESCRIPTION:Have you discovered a relative who served in the military but aren’t sure how to uncover their story? Join us at the PMI Victorian History Library for a hands-on workshop\, and learn how to interpret\, locate\, and make sense of military records to bring your ancestor’s service to life. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \nFinding the right records: Understand where Australian and international military records are held and how to access them. \nDecoding service documents: Learn how to interpret abbreviations\, ranks\, regiments\, and campaign references. \nTracing a soldier’s journey: Use maps\, unit histories\, and archives to follow your ancestor’s experience through time and place. \nFamily connections: Discover how military service impacted families and what related documents can reveal. \nPreserving and sharing the story: Learn how to store\, digitise\, and include military information in your family history projects. \nWhether you’re tracing a grandfather’s ANZAC history or uncovering a distant relative’s military past\, this workshop will guide you through the process with clarity and confidence. Wendy has researched family histories since 1997 and is an active member of several genealogical societies. \nAbout the Facilitor\, Wendy Eldridge: Wendy has done family history research since 1997. She is a qualified researcher\, and is active with many Family History groups.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/family-history-workshop-understanding-military-records/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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SUMMARY:Mechanics' Institutes Resource Centre
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to learn more about the history of your local mechanics’ institute? This talk will showcase the wide variety of material held in the Mechanics’ Institutes Resource Centre (MIRC). This rich collection has records relating to 130 mechanics’ institutes and consists of photographs\, scanned records such as minute books\, books and realia. Discover how the MIRC can help you research the history of your mechanics’ institute and your local area and you may even find an ancestor was a member of the committee. \nHeather Arnold is the President of the Koo Wee Rup Swamp Historical Society\, Secretary of the South Eastern Historical Association and the Mechanics’ Institutes of Victoria and was for many years the Local History Librarian at Casey Cardinia Libraries. She is a local history enthusiast\, lives and breathes history and firmly believes that everyone and everything has a story worth telling.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/mechanics-institutes-resource-centre/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260528T110000
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SUMMARY:Cataloguing Clinics 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Jillian Hiscock\, the RHSV Collections Manager\, each month in this informative and easy-going Zoom forum on all aspects of cataloguing collections for historical societies. \nJillian has a different topic each month and is happy to be guided by those who attend as to what they would like covered in upcoming clinics. Bring your questions (no matter the topic) – this is an interactive space where questions are encouraged. The RHSV does not endorse any particular cataloguing software – we believe it is horses for courses – and Jillian will talk about issues that impact on cataloguing whether you are using cataloguing cards or software. \nThe one-hour clinics are free and the Zoom log-in below is used every month in 2026\, however\, we do ask you to register each month as this enables Jillian to send you extra material / links etc. after each session. \nSessions:\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 February 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 March 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 April 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 28 May 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 25 June 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 July 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 27 August 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 24 September 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 29 October 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 November 2026\n \n\nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZAud-6tqzIoGNf-ekfqpiWBEHdAbuAa0G3b/ics?icsToken=DN5S8U6HvgmiIfnZeQAALAAAAN0_NDs1hJchwoY_zJTvmShIYBwfvHQ6cVVI1mr9JF731GvWHc8T-7wi3EH803NiEyODSEXX-QK5oMaaWTAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=FY4VyCTcTh6FmDBdzDJrwg \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84307559223 \nMeeting ID: 843 0755 9223\nPasscode: 517973 \nJoin instructions\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/84307559223/invitations?signature=rozCoa22a48VMzpAjeAsb42g9UVJvKwL-kG9nWOezJU
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/cataloguing-clinics-2026-05-may/
LOCATION:Join via Zoom
CATEGORIES:What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260526T170000
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SUMMARY:RHSV AGM + 2026 Weston Bate Oration: Professor Richard Broome AM
DESCRIPTION:AGM: 5pm – 6.10pm\nBreak: 6.10pm – 6.30pm\nWeston Bate Oration: 6.30pm – 7.30pm \nThe Weston Bate Oration follows the RHSV’s Annual General Meeting. The AGM runs from 5pm until about 6:10pm when we have a short break before resuming for the Oration at 6:30pm. Refreshments will be served in that break. \nIf you wish to attend the Oration only then there is no need to arrive at the Drill Hall until\, say\, 6:15pm for 6:30pm. \nBoth the AGM and the Oration are hybrid and will be available on ZOOM for those who cannot attend in person at the Drill Hall. The same ZOOM log-in will apply to both the AGM and the Oration and those log-in details will be sent to those who RSVP 24 hours before the event. You just need to log-in when you are able to join the meeting/oration. \nThere is the opportunity below to record your apologies if you cannot attend the AGM in person or via ZOOM. \nMembers will be sent the papers for the AGM 14 days prior to the AGM. \nNon-members are more than welcome to attend the AGM – we just ask members to identify themselves when RSVPing as it makes it easier for us to count votes\, etc. \nWeston Bate Oration:\nPresented by Professor Richard Broome AM\, FAHA\, FRHSV\, FFAHS\nIn this lecture Richard will explain how he found Aboriginal history in the 1970s and how his practice and methodological approach to this field has changed over five decades. He will reveal how and when he shifted from a position of youthful ignorance; to being interested in and talking about Aboriginal people; to listening to and talking with them; and finally\, to deep collaboration with them. \nAbout the presenter:\nEmeritus Professor Richard Broome AM taught Australian and Indigenous History at La Trobe University for over three decades. He is a former President of the RHSV and currently co-editor of the Victorian Historical Journal. He is the author of twenty books\, including Aboriginal Australians. A history since 1788 (Allen & Unwin 5th ed.\, 2019) and the multi-prize-winner Aboriginal Victorians. A History since 1800 (Allen & Unwin\, 2nd ed.\, 2024). He co-edited with Ashley Pratt\, Analyzing Australian History\, a 4 volume VCE text (Cambridge University Press\, 2021). Richard has co-authored three books for the RHSV\, the latest being The Story of Melbourne’s Lanes (2024). \nThe Weston Bate Oration is one of the RHSV’s Distinguished Lecture Series.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/rhsv-agm-2026-weston-bate-oration-professor-richard-broome-am/
LOCATION:RHSV Gallery Downstairs\, 239 A'Beckett St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Lecturer Series,What's On
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SUMMARY:How to Grow and use Herbs for Cooking\, Medicine and Pleasure
DESCRIPTION:Join award-winning author\, broadcaster and organic gardening expert\, Penny Woodward\, for an inspiring talk on how to grow and use herbs for cooking\, medicine and pleasure. Drawing on her decades of experience as a horticultural editor\, writer\, and photographer\, Penny will share her practical tips for cultivating healthy herbs at home and explore the fascinating history and science behind their many uses. \nThis session will delight foodies\, gardeners\, and anyone curious about natural living. Discover how herbs can enrich your garden\, support your wellbeing\, and transform everyday cooking into something truly special. \nPenny Woodward has a background in Botany and Zoology. She brings both expertise and enthusiasm to everything she does—from her years as ABC’s Organic Gardener magazine horticultural editor to her popular books like the award-winning Garlic: An Organic Guide and Tomato: Know\, Sow\, Grow\, Feast.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/how-to-grow-and-use-herbs-for-cooking-medicine-and-pleasure/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260521T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260521T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
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SUMMARY:From Ruin to Renewal: Hidden Histories of Melbourne’s Plains
DESCRIPTION:A National Archeaology Week Event \nWestern Melbourne’s open plains may look like blank space between suburbs—but dig a little deeper and you’ll uncover stories written into every ruined homestead. These forgotten landmarks tell of colonisation\, survival\, and cultural change\, connecting today’s fast-growing communities with the region’s layered past. \nIn this fascinating talk\, we’ll explore how heritage experts are reimagining the role of ruins—from forgotten relics to vibrant community hubs and storytelling spaces. Through real case studies like Doherty and Missen Houses\, discover how creative conservation blends history\, design\, and ecology to breathe new life into what remains. \nYou’ll see how these half-lost homesteads spark conversations about memory\, identity\, and belonging in a changing landscape. Perfect for anyone passionate about architecture\, local history\, or the power of place. \nRoger Beeston is a Registered Architect and Associate of the Australian Institute of Architects AIA. He is actively engaged in both the contemporary building and heritage management fields. In doing so\, he has acquired expertise in traditional and contemporary building technologies\, developing authentic and sustainable remedial conservation interventions. This expertise has been central to establishing his expertise and reputation in the conservation of stone facades\, for which his detailed and attentive work has earned his practice the AIA John George Knight Award for Heritage Architecture at multiple places\, including at the State heritage listed Maryborough Railway Station and South Melbourne Town Hall. \nPhillipa Hall is a UK registered architect with diverse experience on all stages of projects\, from small residential extensions to the adaptive reuse and conservation of large public buildings. She believes that architecture should be accessible to all members of society\, enhancing the existing situation while considering the long-term social\, economic\, physical and environmental outcomes.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/from-ruin-to-renewal-hidden-histories-of-melbournes-plains/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260519T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
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SUMMARY:Revealing the Hidden: Historical Archaeology and Conservation of Unique Artefacts from 19th Century Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:A National Archeaology Week Event \nThis panel event draws on two recent conference papers: “A Walk in Someone Else’s Shoes: Successful Collaboration and the Preservation of 19th Century Footwear from Deep Deposits below the Melbourne Rail Yard” and “Sound as a Barrel: Historical Archaeological Conservation of a Unique Timber Barrel from Little Lonsdale Street\, Melbourne.” \nThe first paper examines artefact-rich deposits uncovered during works on a recent project which included more than 200 preserved nineteenth-century shoes recovered from the former West Melbourne Swamp. It highlights the challenges of excavating and managing unstable artefacts and the importance of collaboration between archaeologists\, conservators and regulators. \nThe second paper focuses on the excavation and conservation of a rare timber barrel from another recent development and infrastructure project\, demonstrating how adaptive strategies can stabilise fragile objects while revealing historical evidence. \nThis event is aimed at researchers\, historians\, educators\, archaeologists\, heritage professionals and the wider community interested in Melbourne’s past. Many of our members are in the heritage/architecture/ archaeology sector and we want to expand our reach to them with this informative talk. \nDr Michelle Negus Cleary holds a PhD in Archaeology from the University of Sydney (awarded in 2015) and more than fifteen years of experience working with archaeological projects in Australia\, Turkey\, Uzbekistan and the Republic of Georgia. She is the Technical Director at Dr Vincent Clark Archaeology & Heritage and has worked as an archaeologist\, heritage advisor and spatial data specialist in Australian archaeology since 2010. \nRamona Angelico specialises in the management of archaeological collections\, the cataloguing of artefacts\, and the analysis and interpretation of material culture. She has worked as a Historical Artefact Specialist at Dr Vincent Clark Archaeology & Heritage since 2019 and as Team Leader – Historical Artefacts since 2024. \nJaimi Houston completed her Bachelor of Arts (Honours) majoring in Archaeology and Ancient Cultures at Monash University in 2021. She has worked as an Archaeologist at Dr Vincent Clark Archaeology & Heritage since 2022 and as the Historical Artefact Assistant and Artefact Photographer since 2024. \nDr Holly Jones-Amin is an internationally recognised conservator specialising in low-fired archaeological pottery conservation and people‑centred approaches to material heritage. She has directed conservation archaeological projects across Syria\, Georgia\, Turkey and Australia\, with additional work throughout the Pacific\, Southeast Asia\, Italy\, and the Himalayas. She is a University of Melbourne lecturer. \nMarica Mucic holds a Bachelor of Arts (La Trobe University) and a Master of Cultural Materials Conservation (University of Melbourne). A member of the Australian Institute for the Conservation of Cultural Materials (AICCM)\, she is an objects conservator specialising in archaeological artefacts as well as commemorative\, memorial\, and heritage works.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/revealing-the-hidden-historical-archaeology-and-conservation-of-unique-artefacts-from-19th-century-melbourne/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260430T120000
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SUMMARY:Cataloguing Clinics 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Jillian Hiscock\, the RHSV Collections Manager\, each month in this informative and easy-going Zoom forum on all aspects of cataloguing collections for historical societies. \nJillian has a different topic each month and is happy to be guided by those who attend as to what they would like covered in upcoming clinics. Bring your questions (no matter the topic) – this is an interactive space where questions are encouraged. The RHSV does not endorse any particular cataloguing software – we believe it is horses for courses – and Jillian will talk about issues that impact on cataloguing whether you are using cataloguing cards or software. \nThe one-hour clinics are free and the Zoom log-in below is used every month in 2026\, however\, we do ask you to register each month as this enables Jillian to send you extra material / links etc. after each session. \nSessions:\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 February 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 March 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 April 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 28 May 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 25 June 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 July 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 27 August 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 24 September 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 29 October 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 November 2026\n\nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZAud-6tqzIoGNf-ekfqpiWBEHdAbuAa0G3b/ics?icsToken=DN5S8U6HvgmiIfnZeQAALAAAAN0_NDs1hJchwoY_zJTvmShIYBwfvHQ6cVVI1mr9JF731GvWHc8T-7wi3EH803NiEyODSEXX-QK5oMaaWTAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=FY4VyCTcTh6FmDBdzDJrwg \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84307559223 \nMeeting ID: 843 0755 9223\nPasscode: 517973 \nJoin instructions\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/84307559223/invitations?signature=rozCoa22a48VMzpAjeAsb42g9UVJvKwL-kG9nWOezJU \n 
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/cataloguing-clinics-2026-04-april/
LOCATION:Join via Zoom
CATEGORIES:What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T114500
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
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SUMMARY:Armadale Heritage Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an Australian Heritage Festival event! \nJoin us for a captivating walking tour that blends history and exercise\, perfect for enthusiasts of both! Starting at Armadale train station\, you’ll explore the fascinating past of High Street\, one of Victoria’s most iconic locations known for its vibrant food scene\, fashion boutiques\, leisure spots\, and stunning architecture. \nTour starts at Armadale Train Station – High St / Cheel St\, Armadale VICTORIA 3143. \nPlease remember to wear sensible shoes\, weather appropriate clothing and to take care through out the walk as there are uneven surfaces.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/armadale-heritage-walk/
LOCATION:Armadale Train Station\, High St / Cheel St\, Armadale\, VIC\, 3143
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PMI Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260424T181500
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260424T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260401T233234Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T233544Z
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SUMMARY:Secrets of the Stacks: An Immersive Murder Mystery Experience at the PMI Library
DESCRIPTION:Step into a world of intrigue and suspense as the PMI Victorian History Library transforms for one extraordinary evening. Uncover hidden truths\, decipher cryptic clues\, and unmask a potential saboteur in this immersive murder mystery experience. \nThe Scene As Melbourne’s elite gather to celebrate\, an air of unease settles over the prestigious library. Whispers of a ghostly presence echo through the ancient stacks\, and a priceless manuscript vanishes without a trace. Is someone plotting to destroy the library’s legacy? \nYour Mission Embrace your new persona and become both detective and suspect in this thrilling adventure. Navigate a web of rivalries\, hidden agendas\, and dangerous secrets that blur the lines between past and present. Can you unravel the mystery before it’s too late? \nDon’t just read about history – become part of it.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/secrets-of-the-stacks-an-immersive-murder-mystery-experience-at-the-pmi-library/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PMI Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260422T103000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260422T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260401T232702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T232702Z
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SUMMARY:Chapel Street Walk
DESCRIPTION:Around Prahran’s Iconic Buildings \nJoin us for an Australian Heritage Festival event! \nStep back in time and explore the golden days of shopping along Chapel Street\, Prahran. This tour is full of fascinating stories about Melbourne’s beloved department stores. Starting at the PMI Victorian History Library\, we’ll explore gems like the old Prahran Arcade\, learning how its beautiful heritage features have been lovingly preserved. An all-inclusive experience\, perfect for everyone – families\, individuals\, and even your beloved pets! \nAbout the Tour Guide\, Steve Stefanopoulos OAM: is an architectural historian\, former Mayor of the City of Stonnington and President of the PMI Victorian History Library. \nWe are very grateful to Steve Stefanopoulos OAM for continuing to support the Library by generously volunteering his time and knowledge to these tours.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/chapel-street-walk/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PMI Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260312T044046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T215908Z
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SUMMARY:AGL Shaw Lecture: The Port Phillip Aboriginal Protectorate – Compassionate Protection or Temporising Quackery?
DESCRIPTION:The Royal Historical Society of Victoria and the CJ La Trobe Society are proud to present the annual AGL Shaw Lecture.\nThe Port Phillip Aboriginal Protectorate – Compassionate Protection or Temporising Quackery?\nSpeaker: Dr Frances Thiele\nThe Port Phillip Aboriginal Protectorate (1839-1849) was an experimental system put in place by the Colonial Office in London\, and managed by Superintendent La Trobe\, ostensibly to stop conflict between Aboriginal people and settlers. Created by British evangelicals\, the effectiveness of the Protectorate system was completely undermined by misunderstandings at all levels of its administration about what it was and how it was to be run. The consequence was a Protectorate system rife with internal division and a shifting locus of control. \nWhen so many Aboriginal people died during the period when the Protectorate system was in place\, the inadequacy of the British and Colonial government’s response is hard for many people to understand and begs the question – who was to blame? In terms of a history of the bureaucracy of the Protectorate\, what is the historian’s role in answering this question? \nAbout Dr ThieleFrances Thiele is a professional historian and senior heritage advisor working in Aboriginal and historic cultural heritage management. In 1997\, she was awarded the E.W. Benham Prize for a PhD in British History at the University of Adelaide. \nFrances worked as Field Historian at State Library Victoria for seven years\, and in 2007\, was awarded the La Trobe Society’s inaugural Fellowship. Her research interests include Australian colonial history\, especially in the Port Phillip District. \nAbout the AGL Shaw lectures\nAlan George Lewers Shaw AO\, FAHA\, FASSA\, FRAHS\, FRHSV (1916 – 2012) was an RHSV Councillor from 1965 to 1971 and President from 1987 to 1991. He is also a Benefactor of the Royal Historical Society of Victoria. He was President of the C J La Trobe Society as well and the two organisations\, the C J La Trobe Society and the RHSV\, have jointly presented the annual AGL Shaw lecture since 2002 as a tribute to a great historian. A list of previous lecturers can be viewed here. \nHouse-keeping\nYou will be sent an automatic email confirmation once you book – if this email doesn’t appear in your in-box\, please check your Spam or Junk Mail folder as these automatically generated emails can go astray. \nAs at most RHSV events\, we will be serving refreshments from 5:30pm to 6pm when the lecture starts. For the AGL Shaw lecture\, we also serve refreshments after the event\, and we encourage our members and the members of the C J La Trobe Society to stay a little longer and share our hospitality.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/agl-shaw-lecture-the-port-phillip-aboriginal-protectorate-compassionate-protection-or-temporising-quackery/
LOCATION:RHSV Gallery Downstairs\, 239 A'Beckett St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Lecturer Series,What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260418T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260418T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260401T232318Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T232318Z
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SUMMARY:PMI Library Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:The PMI Victorian History Library will soon be hosting another book sale! \nContinuing our well-received book sale\, we have invited even more stall operators featuring jewellery\, knitted toys\, scrapbooking materials\, soaps\, and more. Our book sale regularly features an extensive range of Australian non-fiction as well as collections of vinyl records\, magazines\, and even play books. \nWe have several stalls joining us so you know it will be lively\, make sure to stop by and pick up a treasure or two. \nYou need no ticket for this event\, just show up! We look forward to seeing you.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/pmi-library-book-sale-2/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PMI Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260414T183000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260401T232303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T232303Z
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SUMMARY:Making a Biography of Place: the History of Old North Melbourne
DESCRIPTION:In this talk\, historian Dr Fiona Gatt presents a history of old North Melbourne while reflecting on the process of ‘making’ that history. Fiona will reflect on why she turned her attention to this small but much-loved suburb\, the development of the research process and the key findings of her research. In her book Old North Melbourne\, municipal rate books reconstruct the physical nature of the town\, the occupational groups\, and the rates of home ownership. Alongside this\, newspapers\, local government and charity organisation records\, memoirs and a host of other archives provide insight into the felt connections and aspirations for the local area. In Old North Melbourne\, Fiona argues that class and community were made in the tensions between the aspirations\, processes and outcomes of urbanisation\, complicated by hierarchies of occupations\, religion and ethnicity. It was a place characterised by shifting anxieties which\, by the turn of the century\, finally settled into its identity as a working-class area. As Fiona will reflect\, the history was ‘made’ already; it was her role to uncover the story and to write a history read forwards in time\, to capture the biography of the place. \nFiona Gatt works on commissioned histories for significant organisations. She has taught history at Deakin and La Trobe universities. Fiona is currently a Research Fellow at Queensland University of Technology (remotely) and Senior Research Officer at the Wurundjeri Woi-wurrung Cultural Heritage Aboriginal Corporation.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/making-a-biography-of-place-the-history-of-old-north-melbourne/
LOCATION:39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC 3181\, 39 St Edmonds Road\, Prahran\, VIC\, 3181\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="PMI Victorian History Library":MAILTO:library@pmi.net.au
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260326T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20251030T004111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T045306Z
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SUMMARY:Cataloguing Clinics 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Jillian Hiscock\, the RHSV Collections Manager\, each month in this informative and easy-going Zoom forum on all aspects of cataloguing collections for historical societies. \nJillian has a different topic each month and is happy to be guided by those who attend as to what they would like covered in upcoming clinics. Bring your questions (no matter the topic) – this is an interactive space where questions are encouraged. The RHSV does not endorse any particular cataloguing software – we believe it is horses for courses – and Jillian will talk about issues that impact on cataloguing whether you are using cataloguing cards or software. \nThe one-hour clinics are free and the Zoom log-in below is used every month in 2026\, however\, we do ask you to register each month as this enables Jillian to send you extra material / links etc. after each session. \nSessions:\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 February 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 March 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 April 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 28 May 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 25 June 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 July 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 27 August 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 24 September 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 29 October 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 November 2026\n \n\nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZAud-6tqzIoGNf-ekfqpiWBEHdAbuAa0G3b/ics?icsToken=DBe3YaR2rWqpdyikkwAALAAAADyjOH6VBdnDNJVxTNzQkfTHikoppcqgC1xDy7OQqB8rXvVASnt-Y8zRVVuLxrQydnxsUfcu84sfef7OJDAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=FY4VyCTcTh6FmDBdzDJrwg \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84307559223 \nMeeting ID: 843 0755 9223\nPasscode: 517973 \nJoin instructions\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/84307559223/invitations?signature=rozCoa22a48VMzpAjeAsb42g9UVJvKwL-kG9nWOezJU
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/cataloguing-clinics-2026-03-march/
LOCATION:Join via Zoom
CATEGORIES:What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260317T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20251218T043416Z
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SUMMARY:Women’s History Month: Who? Hester Hornbrook and her ladies: Melbourne's first social carers in the 1850s and 1860s
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, to celebrate Women’s History Month\, the RHSV offers our Women’s History lecture\, part of our Distinguished Lecture series. \nFor 2026\, we are delighted to have Roslyn Otzen presenting on Hester Hornbrook\, whose work in creating 1850s Melbourne’s first social supports saved thousands of people from lives and deaths in misery\, and formed the basis of future social support systems in Victoria. \nWho? Hester Hornbrook and her ladies: Melbourne’s first social carers in the 1850s and 1860s\nRoslyn Otzen completed her PhD on the 1854 origins of the Melbourne City Mission\, and its founders\, who included a woman named Hester Hornbrook. While researching Hester\, and the many other women who worked with her\, Roslyn uncovered a trove of unknown information\, not only about the women\, but the essential work they did in caring for gold-rushing newcomers to Melbourne who were entirely unsupported when they fell on hard times. Together\, the women created Melbourne’s first social services. No one has heard of any of them. History has ignored them. Roslyn had to find out why — and introduce them firmly into the story of Melbourne. \nAbout Roslyn Otzen\nRoslyn Otzen\, an educator and former Principal of Korowa AGS\, completed her PhD thesis on the early Melbourne City Mission\, and served a term on the MCM Board. She became the inaugural Chair of the Hester Hornbrook Academy Board\, and continues as a Director. She still studies the MCM’s early days\, and especially the work of its women\, whose own lives have been a closed book\, until on-line access to records of the past have enabled their recovery. She has published several histories\, including a biography of Dr John Singleton\, another founder of the MCM. Other publications include Grace and Strength: Calisthenics in Australia (2011) and To Begin The World Anew: How Particular Nobodies Made Australia (2022). \nHouse-keeping\nThe Zoom log-in details will be sent\, 24 hours before the event\, to all those who have booked – please check your Spam or Junk Mail folder if you cannot find the email in your in-box. The Zoom event will start at 6pm (30 mins later than the in-person event). \nRefreshments (non-alcoholic) will be available from 5:30pm until 6pm when the lecture will commence.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/womens-history-month-hester-hornbrook-and-her-ladies/
LOCATION:RHSV Gallery Downstairs\, 239 A'Beckett St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Distinguished Lecturer Series,What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260315T160000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260315T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260401T222937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T232334Z
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SUMMARY:Camp Reserve Castlemaine Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Public Meeting about the goldfields site Camp Reserve in Castlemaine. This site was the former military parade grounds of the colonial administration of the goldrush. It sits at the centre of the Gold Commissioner’s Camp historic precinct. Currently the Camp Reserve historic landscape is under threat of an unsympathetic redevelopment which turns a rural green scenic space of shared sporting and community use\, into a suburban\, modern sports precinct. There will be loss of significant large old trees\, topography and historic views. Camp Reserve is protected by HO668 Camp Reserve and Environs and is listed on the VHR archaeological inventory.\nCome to an information session at the Old Castlemaine Gaol.\nLodge an objection to PA077/2025
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/camp-reserve-castlemaine-public-meeting/
LOCATION:Old Castlemaine Gaol\,\, 36-48 Bowden St\, Castlemaine\, VIC\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260314T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260314T233000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260205T041953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T041953Z
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SUMMARY:Duneira Estate 150th Celebration Victorian Ball
DESCRIPTION:Come along to a Victorian ball with a Scottish twist to celebrate Duneira Estate’s 150th anniversary. It’s going to be a night to remember! \nStep back into the 1870s with a horse and carriage taking you around the beautiful garden\, a scrumptious supper\, drinks flowing\, and entertainment that will have you dancing the night away. \nBook your tickets now at https://events.humanitix.com/duneira-estate-150th-celebration-grand-ball \nWe do hope you’ll join us for this unforgettable celebration.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/duneira-estate-150th-celebration-victorian-ball/
LOCATION:Duneira Estate\, 1 Officer Lane\, Mount Macedon\, VIC\, 3440\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260313T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260313T123000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260122T025938Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T032402Z
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SUMMARY:Reclaim Her Name: how to research and write about women worth remembering
DESCRIPTION:Aimed at those in Melbourne\, this session brings together Kerry Wilson of Put Her Name On It and history researchers from the RHSV to focus on hands-on research into one or more historical women of your choosing. We’ll cover research tools including archives\, digitized newspapers\, Trove\, and other essential resources. \nBring your laptop and your thinking cap as we learn how to research and write the information needed to make your historical woman a candidate to have a place named after her. No prior research experience necessary. \nIncludes morning tea.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/reclaim-her-name-research-and-write-about-women/
LOCATION:RHSV\, Gallery Downstairs\, 239 A'Beckett Street\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260227T080000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260227T170000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20260306T042124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260306T042124Z
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SUMMARY:Menzies Australia: 60 years on
DESCRIPTION:Our guest speaker\, Dr Zachary Gorman will draw on insights from the groundbreaking four volume history of the Menzies era which he edited & directed. He will talk about Sir Robert Menzies: the man\, his era and enduring impact\, based on five years of meticulous research. He will also explore Sir Robert’s connections to Kew. Dr Gorman is the Historian and Research Manager of the Robert Menzies Institute at the University of Melbourne.\nWednesday 11 March at 7.30 for 8pm\n‘Just Theatre’\, Kew Court House\, 188 High Street\, Kew\nTickets available at the door $20
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/menzies-australia-60-years-on/
LOCATION:VIC
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260226T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260226T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
CREATED:20251030T003158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251030T012131Z
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SUMMARY:Cataloguing Clinics 2026
DESCRIPTION:Join Jillian Hiscock\, the RHSV Collections Manager\, each month in this informative and easy-going Zoom forum on all aspects of cataloguing collections for historical societies. \nJillian has a different topic each month and is happy to be guided by those who attend as to what they would like covered in upcoming clinics. Bring your questions (no matter the topic) – this is an interactive space where questions are encouraged. The RHSV does not endorse any particular cataloguing software – we believe it is horses for courses – and Jillian will talk about issues that impact on cataloguing whether you are using cataloguing cards or software. \nThe one-hour clinics are free and the Zoom log-in below is used every month in 2026\, however\, we do ask you to register each month as this enables Jillian to send you extra material / links etc. after each session. \nSessions:\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 February 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 March 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 April 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 28 May 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 25 June 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 30 July 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 27 August 2026\n11am (AEST) Thursday 24 September 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 29 October 2026\n11am (AEDT) Thursday 26 November 2026\n \nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZUodu6tqDgiHd1GR_iE8TH4ES68fGZNptVS/ics?icsToken=DG-8nju0TlavGLpMYAAALAAAAHjKVvjojHkP8b0WEF3xBU3_ND_gQsgdvSNgtqHVOZ5zsuq6aJanYT-P0Z-4fXQe-__Qy-vPVgC56bc5rzAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=zzNd4ZUyTrmUVJnN31jJmA\n \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nHttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/81517563879?pwd=9FCUaaQEXgNGbvqJUMQhKyyrBp1yTW.1\n \nMeeting ID: 815 1756 3879\nPasscode: 903237\n \nIf joining by phone:\n \nOne tap mobile\n+61370182005\,\,81517563879#\,\,\,\,*903237# Australia\n+61731853730\,\,81517563879#\,\,\,\,*903237# Australia\n \nJoin instructions\nHttps://us02web.zoom.us/meetings/81517563879/invitations?signature=BFitA8rSUYgPR-TK-V-4LtlvBfEC6RHS1nRX9kJplfY
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/cataloguing-clinics-2026-02-feb/
LOCATION:Join via Zoom
CATEGORIES:What's On
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SUMMARY:2026 Billibellary Indigenous History Lecture presented by Laureate Professor Marcia Langton AO
DESCRIPTION:We are delighted to invite our members and friends to join us for the 5th annual Billibellary Indigenous History Lecture to be delivered by Laureate Professor Marcia Langton AO. \n2026 Billibellary Indigenous History Lecture: The Yiman diaspora and frontier legacy\nReflecting on colonisation in the upper Dawson Valley in central Queensland\, Marcia Langton AO developed a historiographic scepticism. Gordon Stephen Reid wrote about her people in his 1981 book\, A Nest of Hornets: The Massacre of the Fraser Family at Hornet Bank Station\, Central Queensland\, 1857\, and related events\, in which he relied\, necessarily\, entirely on colonist records\, yet acknowledged of the Fraser family survivors\, ‘Their revenge against the Jiman\, without prosecution\, helped to set the pattern for white attitudes and colonial government policy towards the Aborigines of Queensland for 40 years.’ \nAs David Marr demonstrated in his 2023 account Killing for Country\, history has a way of both deceiving and enlightening us. In this lecture\, Langton examines the issues that have troubled her about the accounts of violence in her grandfather’s country. \nLaureate Professor Marcia Langton AO\, FASSA\, AFTSE\, a Yiman and Bidjara woman\, is the Associate Provost\, and Foundation Chair of Australian Indigenous Studies at The University of Melbourne. She is also the Director of the Indigenous Studies Unit in Onemda\, Melbourne School of Population and Global Health. A prominent advocate for Indigenous rights\, her research spans Indigenous health\, family violence\, and data governance. Widely published\, her recent books include co-edited volumes with colleagues and include her chapter contributions: Dhoombak Goobgoowana: A History of Indigenous Australia and the University of Melbourne – Vol 1 Truth (coedited with Ross Jones and James Waghorne\, MUP 2024)\, and 65\,000 Years: A Short History of Australian Art (co-edited with Judith Ryan AM\, Thames & Hudson\, 2024); Indigenous Knowledge. Australian Perspectives (co-edited with Aaron Corn and Sam Curkpatrick\, MUP\, 2023)\, Law. The Way of the Ancestors (co-authored with Aaron Corn\, Thames & Hudson\, 2022). \nHouse-keeping\nThe Zoom details will be sent 24 hours before the event to all those who have booked – please check your Spam or Junk Mail folder if you cannot find the email in your in-box. The Zoom event will start at 6pm (30 mins later than the in-person event). \nRefreshments will be available from 5:30pm until 6pm when the lecture will commence.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/2026-billibellary-indigenous-history-lecture-presented-by-distinguished-professor-marcia-langton-ao/
LOCATION:RHSV Gallery Downstairs\, 239 A'Beckett St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260213T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
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SUMMARY:Reclaim Her Name: An introduction to the Reclaim Her Name toolkit and how to run a research session
DESCRIPTION:Despite making up more than half of the population\, there are significantly fewer places named after women than after men. \nAimed at historical societies and other community groups in Victoria\, this session introduces the Reclaim Her Name toolkit\, which helps with: \n\nAuditing existing names to identify gaps in representation.\nAccumulating a list or “name bank” of notable local women and gender-diverse individuals who deserve commemoration.\nProviding guidelines and case studies for inclusive naming processes.\nOffering tools and training for research and sharing diverse local women’s histories.\nFacilitating community nominations through campaigns like “Remember a Local\, Name a Place”\n\nThe session will cover helpful practices and resources to support you in running a workshop in your local area. Ideal for committee members\, volunteers\, and anyone interested in starting a naming campaign in their community. \nHousekeeping\nThis is a Zoom event. The Zoom details will be sent 24 hours before the event to all those who have booked – please check your Spam or Junk Mail folder if you cannot find the email in your inbox.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/reclaim-her-name-an-introduction-to-the-place-names-toolkit-and-how-to-run-a-research-session/
LOCATION:Join via Zoom
CATEGORIES:What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260206T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T024736Z
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SUMMARY:Reclaim Her Name: An introduction to commemorative naming
DESCRIPTION:Despite making up more than half of the population\, there are significantly fewer places named after women than after men. \nKerry Wilson of Put Her Name On It leads this online session as she introduces us to commemorative naming and the need for greater gender equality when it comes to naming our spaces. Learn about the current gender gap in commemorative naming\, why representation matters and ways you can be involved. \nHousekeeping\nThis is a Zoom event. The Zoom details will be sent 24 hours before the event to all those who have booked – please check your Spam or Junk Mail folder if you cannot find the email in your inbox.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/reclaim-her-name-an-introduction-to-commemorative-naming/
LOCATION:Join via Zoom
CATEGORIES:What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251208T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251208T121500
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
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SUMMARY:Guided Walking Tour of Historical Flagstaff Gardens
DESCRIPTION:Join expert tour guides from the Royal Historical Society of Victoria – the historical society for the City of Melbourne – on a guided walk through the beautiful Flagstaff Gardens – the historic heart of the City\, every Monday at 11.00am. \nVisitors will climb Flagstaff Hill to consider its place in Melbourne’s topography and pre-European history as well as its early role as a burial ground\, flagstaff signalling station and magnetic and meteorological observatory. \nAn absolute “must-do” walk for understanding the history and character of the City. \nMeet at reception at the Royal Historical Society of Victoria. Children under 16 are free. \n\nYou can book tickets below\, by calling RHSV on 9326 9288\, via email at office@historyvictoria.org.au\, or in person at reception. \nFuture Mondays are available – if you don’t see your desired date below\, give us a call to book in.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/guided-walking-tour-flagstaff-gardens/
LOCATION:Royal Historical Society of Victoria\, 239 A'Beckett St\, Melbourne\, VIC\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:What's On
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251128T193000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251128T213000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
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SUMMARY:Selected Views of the Mount Alexander Goldfields: Public Lecture by Ken McKimmie
DESCRIPTION:Hosted by Castlemaine Society Inc. (CASSOC) \nLocal historian\, teacher and author Ken McKimmie will present a public lecture on early Castlemaine township history at the Northern Arts Hotel on Friday November 28\, 7:00pm for a 7:30pm start. First session on Friday November 21st is SOLD OUT. \nKen McKimmie is an expert of early Mount Alexander township history\, and his historical photographs of Castlemaine are regularly featured in the Castlemaine Mail’s ‘Let’s take a look back’ column. Ken is the author of ‘Chewton Then and Now’. \nIn this lecture a vast trove of early photographs and images are expertly interpreted to demonstrate the development of Castlemaine from the Goldrush through to today. Most photographs will be unknown to the audience. A Q&A session will follow the lecture. \nThis is a rare opportunity not to be missed! \nThis lecture was delivered at ‘The Alchemy of Gold’ May 2025 conference to great acclaim\, and the Castlemaine Society Inc (CASSOC)\, is delighted to host a repeat for the public. \nAll are welcome. Please register for this free event as spaces are limited. A light supper will be provided\, with drinks at bar prices. Gold coin donations welcomed. \nCASSOC – ‘Conserving the Character of Castlemaine’ \nTo find out more about CASSOC visit the website https://castlemainesociety.org.au
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/selected-views-of-the-mount-alexander-goldfields-public-lecture-by-ken-mckimmie/
LOCATION:The Coolroom at Northern Arts Hotel\, 359 Barker Street\, Castlemaine\, VIC\, 3450\, Australia
CATEGORIES:Victorian History Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Castlemaine Society Inc (CASSOC)":MAILTO:castlemainesociety@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251127T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251127T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T082817
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SUMMARY:CATALOGUING CLINICS 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join Jillian Hiscock\, the RHSV Collections Manager\, each month in this informative and easy-going Zoom forum on all aspects of cataloguing collections for historical societies. \nJillian has a different topic each month and is happy to be guided by those who attend as to what they would like covered in upcoming clinics. Bring your questions (no matter the topic) – this is an interactive space where questions are encouraged. The RHSV does not endorse any particular cataloguing software – we believe it is horses for courses – and Jillian will talk about issues that impact on cataloguing whether you are using cataloguing cards or software. \nThe one-hour clinics are free and the Zoom log-in below is used every month in 2025\, however\, we do ask you to register each month as this enables Jillian to send you extra material / links etc after each session. \n11am (AEDT) Thu 27 Feb 2025 \n11am (AEDT) Thu 27 Mar 2025 \n11am (AEST) Thu 24 Apr 2025 \n11am (AEST) Thu 29 May 2025 \n11am (AEST) Thu 26 Jun 2025 \n11am (AEST) Thu 31 Jul 2025 \n11am (AEST) Thu 28 Aug 2025 \n11am (AEST) Thu 25 Sep 2025 \n11am (AEDT) Thu 30 Oct 2025 \n11am (AEDT) Thu 27 Nov 2025 \nPlease download and import the following iCalendar (.ics) files to your calendar system.\nMonthly: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/tZ0pcOiuqjItH9JWUaZk1ZrdaP1uA9d1Yqc1/ics?icsToken=DESnOhi_USXAWOo5GQAALAAAAOsufSxu9e_o1VvEoUWUiVuOT3wUceY4gYwdUjlaNrGDW1VrT1KjyEhE0aD9QHm4eoEg_M9GmHYiFwIZujAwMDAwMQ&meetingMasterEventId=3FhVroEqTuiqU-ygov-0vg \nJoin Zoom Meeting\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/89471649756?pwd=Q8GKXnfp3lt6u9ar3tx1YW0HeRmM7V.1 \nMeeting ID: 894 7164 9756\nPasscode: 291255 \nIf joining by phone: \nOne tap mobile\n+61871501149\,\,89471649756#\,\,\,\,*291255# Australia\n+61280156011\,\,89471649756#\,\,\,\,*291255# Australia \n— \nDial by your location\n• +61 8 7150 1149 Australia\n• +61 2 8015 6011 Australia\n• +61 3 7018 2005 Australia\n• +61 7 3185 3730 Australia\n• +61 8 6119 3900 Australia \nMeeting ID: 894 7164 9756\nPasscode: 291255 \nFind your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kdoUG5MWlO \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/cataloguing-clinics-2025-2025-11-27/
LOCATION:ZOOM\, Join from anywhere in the world
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251126T173000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251126T190000
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SUMMARY:The Hon Niel Black and his Butter Factory inheritors
DESCRIPTION:In 1840\, Niel Black ‘took up country’ in the rich lands along Mount Emu Creek at the heart of the Western District. Backed by prominent partners in Scotland\, this upstart Scottish farmer survived economic hardship in the 1840s and established a fine sheep and cattle run. During the 1850s\, in the partnership’s name\, he started buying sections of the vast ‘squatted’ acreage. \nIn 1858\, he won election to the Legislative Council thereby becoming ‘Honourable’\, and in 1867 he entertained Prince Alfred at ‘far-famed Glenormiston’\, the treasured homestead he built in 1860\, but had to leave in 1869 when the partnership’s assets were divided. In 1876 he moved back to the District\, into Mount Noorat House\, a mansion he described as ‘the crowning folly of my life’. But Black’s astonishing social rise never earned him the title of gentleman. It was his three sons’ destiny – a destiny their father secured with iron determination – to assume fully the role of Western District gentry alongside contemporaries from other pioneer families. Their firm\, Black Bros\, run by AJ (Ian) and SG (Steuart)\, set out to re-mould their inheritance\, including Glenormiston which they recovered. In 1899\, the celebrated beef herd was sold as they proceeded to improve and subdivide land for dairying. Thereafter they promoted rural industrialisation in the form of co-operative Butter Factories and Creameries with conspicuous success. Among the most potent symbols of their wealth was the creation of Dalvui\, a homestead of splendours and\, ultimately\, broken dreams. \nAbout the presenter\nMaggie Black is a researcher\, writer and editor\, whose career was primarily spent working for international United Nations and non-governmental organisations. Among many books and international reports she wrote or edited are histories of Oxfam and UNICEF: A Cause for Our Times: Oxfam the first 50 years\, (Oxford University Press\, 1992); Children First: The Story of UNICEF\, (OUP 1996); and The World Report on Violence Against Children\, (United Nations\, 2006). Since 2009\, she has turned her attention to her great-grandfather’s pioneering life in embryonic Victoria\, and his own and his sons’ involvement in the emergence of a new settler society. Her primary source is Niel Black’s voluminous archive in the State Library of Victoria\, which is unique in the light it sheds on the process of ‘squatting’\, Aboriginal exclusion\, the skulduggery required to gain proprietorship over vast acreages\, and many other themes of colonial activity in Victoria between 1837-1880. \nHousekeeping\nThis event will be offered both in person at the RHSV\, 239 A’Beckett St Melbourne 3000\, and online via Zoom. \nAt the RHSV refreshments are served from 5.30pm – 6:00pm and the Zoom session will start\, as will the lecture\, at 6.00pm. \nAn automatic confirmation of your booking will be sent to you – please check your Spam or Junk Mail folder as these automated emails are often viewed as Junk by your ISP. Don’t panic\, your name will be at the door if you can’t find your ticket.
URL:https://www.historyvictoria.org.au/event/the-hon-niel-black-and-his-butter-factory-inheritors/
LOCATION:RHSV Gallery Downstairs\, 239 A'Beckett St\, Melbourne\, Victoria\, 3000\, Australia
CATEGORIES:What's On
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