Calendar of Events

Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Annual Luncheon

Angliss restaurant 550 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

You are cordially invited to attend the Annual Luncheon at Angliss Restaurant 550 Little Lonsdale Street, Melbourne at 12-00 pm for 12-30pm Dress: 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. […]

The Final Chapter: Purpose, Endurance, and Legacy 1961-66 and Beyond

Old Quad, The University of Melbourne Parkville, Victoria, Victoria, Australia

The period from 1961-66 was the final phase of the Menzies era, yet in some respects it was the most remarkable. After a near defeat at the 1961 election, Menzies held a razor thin majority and many assumed that he would ride off into the political sunset. However, if anything the near miss reinvigorated him, […]

Annual General Meeting

TAKE NOTICE that a General Meeting of the Association will be held online at 5.00 pm on Monday 25th of November 2024. Members Only AGENDA Attendance Apologies Minutes of previous meeting President’s Report – LTCOL M Buckridge Secretary’s Report – SBLT S Lake Treasurer’s Report – SBLT S Lake Resolutions Elections: President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Committee (up to […]

Taste of Combat – The evolution of military food

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

As 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 […]

Immortals – Clayton Tremlett

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

Discover a compelling exploration of history and memory through the eyes of Central Victorian artist Clayton Tremlett in our latest exhibition. After more than six years of dedicated research, Tremlett presents a comparative portrait study of sixty-six First World War Digger memorials, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the faces that have stood as […]

Designing Remembrance – Alternate visions for Victoria’s war memorial

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

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, […]

Immortals – Clayton Tremlett

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

Discover a compelling exploration of history and memory through the eyes of Central Victorian artist Clayton Tremlett in our latest exhibition. After more than six years of dedicated research, Tremlett presents a comparative portrait study of sixty-six First World War Digger memorials, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the faces that have stood as […]

Taste of Combat – The evolution of military food

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

As 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 […]

Beyond Kokoda

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

Uncover a rare glimpse of one of the forgotten battlefields of the Second World War in this captivating talk with author and historian Dr Adrian Threlfall. In October 2024, Threlfall embarked on an extraordinary journey to Papua New Guinea, retracing the steps of his great-uncle and the 7th Australian Division after their campaign at Kokoda. […]

Immortals – Clayton Tremlett

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

Discover a compelling exploration of history and memory through the eyes of Central Victorian artist Clayton Tremlett in our latest exhibition. After more than six years of dedicated research, Tremlett presents a comparative portrait study of sixty-six First World War Digger memorials, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the faces that have stood as […]

Designing Remembrance – Alternate visions for Victoria’s war memorial

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

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, […]

Immortals – Clayton Tremlett

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

Discover a compelling exploration of history and memory through the eyes of Central Victorian artist Clayton Tremlett in our latest exhibition. After more than six years of dedicated research, Tremlett presents a comparative portrait study of sixty-six First World War Digger memorials, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the faces that have stood as […]

Immortals – Clayton Tremlett – Last Days

The Shrine of Remembrance Birdwood Avenue, Melbourne, Australia

Discover a compelling exploration of history and memory through the eyes of Central Victorian artist Clayton Tremlett in our latest exhibition. After more than six years of dedicated research, Tremlett presents a comparative portrait study of sixty-six First World War Digger memorials, offering a unique opportunity to connect with the faces that have stood as […]

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