Australians and Villers-Bretonneux
The immense German onslaught in March 1918 led to Britain‚Äôs gravest crisis of World War I. The Australians were rushed to the rescue in this climax of the conflict. The significance of what they did in 1918 is under-recognised today, but they were influencing the destiny of the world more than Australians have done in […]
The future of operational health support to the ADF: a personal perspective’
Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address -¬†Professor Jeffrey V Rosenfeld AM, OBE, MBBS, MD, MS, FTSE, FAHMS, FRACS, FRCS(Edin), FACS, IFAANS, FRCS(Glasg)(Hon), FRCST(Hon), FRCNST(Hon), FACTM, MRACMA. Major General, Australian Defence Force. THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED! Jeffrey V. Rosenfeld was appointed Foundation Director of Monash institute of Medical Engineering (MIME) in 2014. […]
State Library Victoria Tour
Enjoy a back-of-house tour of the conservation department at the State Library focusing on handling and storage of books. A great chance the ask the experts your archival preservation questions. Members event. Free, bookings essential.
Curator Talk: For Humanity
What does it mean to preserve life when those around you are taking it? Victorian service men and women since 1945 have helped the sick and wounded in war and peacekeeping across the world, sometimes in dire conditions and desperate circumstances. Join curator Dr Ian Jackson on a tour of this exhibition and discover how […]
From Rwanda to Afghanistan
Wing Commander Alex Douglas, one of the first Australians to be awarded a Medal for Gallantry, will reflect on the key issues underpinning effective medical treatment on the front line. Alex‚Äôs three decade career as a medical officer has spanned the army, air force, Africa and Asia on active service. Presenter: Wing Commander Alex Douglas […]
The Last Fifty Miles
There were fifty miles to victory and defeat, fifty miles to collapse and renewal, and fifty miles to a new place for Australia among the nations of the world. They were among the most significant fifty miles in our history. Join Adam Wakeling as he explores the final battles for the Australian troops in the […]
North Korea – Capabilities, Trajectory
Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address - Dr Aiden WarrenDr Aiden Warren is a Senior Lecturer and Researcher in RMIT's School of Global, Urban and Social Studies. Dr Aiden Warren is the 2018 Fulbright Scholar in Australia-United States Alliance Studies, sponsored by the Australian Government's Department of Foreign Affairs & Trade (DFAT). Dr […]
“CANCELLED” – Australia‚Äôs defence environment and ALP strategy for Australia‚Äôs defence – “CANCELLED”
This event has been cancelled by RUSIV due to the guest being¬†no longer available. Royal United Services Institute of Victoria Lunchtime Address -¬†Richard Marles is currently the Shadow Minister for Defence and the Federal Member for Corio. Richard‚Äôs previous appointments include Shadow Minister for Immigration and Border Protection, Minister of Trade, Parliamentary Secretary for Foreign […]
National Vietnam Veterans Day Commemoration March & Service
The Garrison Towns Of Queenscliff/Point Lonsdale.An invitation is extended to Families & Friends to join us in a March & Service of Mateship, Unity & Remembrance ‚Äì Lead by Police Mounted, Schools Flag Party, the Geelong Highland Pipe Band MARCH ‚Äì Post Office Step-Off at 10.30am ‚Äì SERVICE - RSL Hall at 11.00am ALL WELCOME […]
Vietnam Veterans Luncheon
Speaker: Terry O‚ÄôFarrell OAMTerry O‚ÄôFarrell is a former deputy commander of the Australian Special Air Service Regiment where he gained invaluable experience in counter insurgency warfare through combat deployments to South Vietnam, the Sinai, East Timor and Afghanistan. On leaving the Australian Army in November 2004 he took up an advisory position with the United […]
Navy Lunch at the Heroes Club, Toorak RSL.
Rear Admiral Peter Briggs AO CSC RAN (Rtd) was the Expedition leader of solving one of Australia's great Naval mysteries. The former Royal Australian Navy senior officer who has made finding HMAS AE1 his life's work says he will remember the moment the submarine was finally found, after 103 years, off PNG with mixed emotions.
The Weary Dunlop Dinner
St Andrew's First Aid Australia in conjunction with The Weary Dunlop Foundation and Kokoda Historical invite you to join us for: The Weary Dunlop Dinner. A fundraiser in support of bringing first aid to the people of Kokoda. Be in the company of Kila & Ben from the Green Masin (Kokoda Historical guides) with Squadron […]