Centenary of the Royal Australian Naval College at Osborne House.
The Osborne Park Association Inc with the generous assistance of the RAN and the City of Greater Geelong proudly presents a Centenary event celebrating the foundation of the Royal Australian Naval College, established at Osborne House, Swinburne Street North Geelong in 1913. On March 2nd at 10.30am the centenary program begins with a parade march […]
Out of sight out of mind by Dr John Carroll – book launch
The H.M.A.S. Sydney & Vietnam Logistical Support Veterans' Association Victoria invite you to attend the book launch of Out of sight out of mind written by Dr John Carroll John has over the last five years been writing and researching, the role performed during the Vietnam War 1965 - 1972,¬† by ships of the R.A.N, […]
Journey into War: A Women’s Diary
In July 1915, newly enrolled army nurse Sister Kit McNaughton embarked on His Majesty‚Äôs Australian Troopship Orsova, on the first stage of her journey to war. In stepping onto a troopship, Kit McNaughton was stepping out of place ‚Äì away from the woman‚Äôs role of quiet waiting on the home front. That day, she would […]
Bomber Command Panel Discussion
Join us for a special panel discussion on the experiences of Bomber Command members during the Second World War. Chaired by Shrine of Remembrance Chairman, Air Vice-Marshal Chris Spence AO (Rtd), the discussion will explore the experiences of a number of veterans, including Shrine Life Governor, Wing Commander Peter Isaacson AM, DFC, AFC, DFM and […]
Fear God and Honour the King: HMAS Melbourne (1912-1928) Exhibition at the RHSV
MHHV and its supporter, the Royal Historical Society of Victoria (RHSV), will hold a major Exhibition at the RHSV The Exhibition is to commemorate the centenary of the arrival of Australia‚Äôs first light cruiser, HMAS Melbourne, in Port Phillip Bay, on 26 March 1913, as part of the new Royal Australian Navy.¬† HMAS Melbourne took […]
“The Age Of Gunpowder” – History Comes Alive At Barwon Park 2013
The Military Historical Society, Geelong and the Geelong Military Re-enactment Group, in association with the National Trust are presenting a Military Living History weekend at the historic Barwon Park mansion. Since its first recorded use in the battles between the Chinese and the Mongols, gunpowder has played a pivotal role in the history of humankind. […]
Fort Queenscliff Museum School Holiday Tours
Enjoy the rare opportunity to tour a 19th Century Coastal Artillery Fort. Fort Queenscliff is one of Victoria's most important heritage sites and one of the largest and best preserved forts in the country. Enjoy the rare opportunity to tour a 19th Century Coastal Artillery Fort (operating as an Australian Army Base) with over 150 […]
Unknown Warrior: The search for Australia’s Greatest Ace
Melbourne author Mike Rosel speaks on his book Unknown Warrior: The search for¬†Australia‚Äôs Greatest¬†Ace (Captain Alec Little, 47 victories in the Great War). Journalist and author, Mike Rosel shares stories of the decorated and virtually unknown WWI Royal Air Force pilot and former Prahran resident Captain Alec Little . (Fellow Members are welcome to talk […]
Australian Women at War & The Girls in Grey
A WW1 Play, "The Girls in Grey" Authors talk and display called¬† "Australian Women at War" is about the Australian nurses in world War OneThe display called the "Australian Women at War"opened 19th March 2013 There will¬† be an Authors Talk there on the 5th April. For more information you can call the Mooroolbark Community […]
Fort Queenscliff Museum School Holiday Tours
Enjoy the rare opportunity to tour a 19th Century Coastal Artillery Fort. Fort Queenscliff is one of Victoria's most important heritage sites and one of the largest and best preserved forts in the country. Enjoy the rare opportunity to tour a 19th Century Coastal Artillery Fort (operating as an Australian Army Base) with over 150 […]
Battle of the Coral Sea 71st Anniversary Commemoration
The Australian American Association, Victoria, American Ex-Serviceman‚Äôs Association Naval Commemoration Committee of Victoria presents Battle of the Coral Sea 71st Anniversary CommemorationThe Commemoration will be followed by a catered luncheon in the Shrine at 12.30 pm which will include formal proceedings. Luncheon Costs Members: Free Non-Members: $30.00 (no payment is required if only attending Commemoration) […]
Don Grant Lecture – ‘Australia’s Military Heritage
Neil Smith from Mostly Unsung will present the Don Grant Lectureat the State Library of Victoria. Contact Jan Parker on  0427883264 for bookings and further details.