From Candles to Checkout Lanes
Sandy Christie Room 359A Point Nepean Road, DromanaAn illustrated talk presented by Jean Rotherham on the evolution of the grocery shopping experience from the 1860s to the 1960s
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Celebrating 35 Years of Preserving Polish Heritage in Australia
In conjunction with the Polish Community Council of Australia, the President and Committee of the Polish Museum and Archives in Australia Inc. cordially invite you to celebrate the 35th Anniversary of the Polish Museum and Archives in Australia. Join us as we celebrate thirty-five years of preserving, documenting and sharing the rich history and cultural …
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$40
Rehearsing the City: Photography exhibition
Victorian Archives Centre 99 Shiel Street North Melbourne, VIC 3051 99 Shiel Street, VIC, North MelbourneOn display are photographs sourced from the collections of Victoria’s State and National Archives, as well as work by contemporary photographers responding to Victoria’s urban environment: Ai Tam Do, Adrian Leung, Suzanne Phoenix, Ted Richards, Sande Harsa, Mark Forbes, Melanie Cobham, Michael Currie, Andrew Tan, Hashem McAdam, Chris Bekos and Deb Stembridge. Both the archival …
Free
Hawthorn History Week 2026 – your invitation to step into history
Library Lounge, Hawthorn Town Hall 360 Burwood Road, HawthornHawthorn History Week 2026 runs from Monday 19 to Friday 23 October 2026, daily from 11.00 am to 2.00 pm at the Library Lounge, Hawthorn Town Hall, 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn. Hosted by the Hawthorn Historical Society, the week offers a welcoming space to explore exhibitions, talks, photographs and local stories that reveal how Hawthorn has …
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170 Years of State Library Victoria: Full-day Symposium
State Library of Victoria Seminar Room 1 (La Trobe Street Entrance 3), Melbourne170 years ago, on 11 February 1856, State Library Victoria opened its doors to the public, designed to lead a new cultural era. With Sir Redmond Barry as President of the Trustees and Augustus Tulk as Chief Librarian, the Library grew its selection of books from around the globe aspiring to replicate the great libraries …
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$65 – $80
Writing a Family History
Croydon Library 5 Civic Square, CroydonPlease join Sue Thomson, who will talk about the process of writing your family history. Sue recently self-published a novel 'Fighting the shadows : the story of Elizabeth Welborn' based on the story of her fourth great-grandmother Elizabeth Church, using findings from DNA and many years of research. Bookings Essential. SEcure your spot at https://events.yourlibrary.vic.gov.au/event?id=82257
Free
Rehearsing the City: Photography exhibition
Victorian Archives Centre 99 Shiel Street North Melbourne, VIC 3051 99 Shiel Street, VIC, North MelbourneOn display are photographs sourced from the collections of Victoria’s State and National Archives, as well as work by contemporary photographers responding to Victoria’s urban environment: Ai Tam Do, Adrian Leung, Suzanne Phoenix, Ted Richards, Sande Harsa, Mark Forbes, Melanie Cobham, Michael Currie, Andrew Tan, Hashem McAdam, Chris Bekos and Deb Stembridge. Both the archival …
Free
Williamstown historic guided walking tour
Hobsons Bay Visitor Information Centre 1 Syme Street, WilliamstownUnlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
Free
How Hawthorn Changed from Village to City
Library Lounge, Hawthorn Town Hall 360 Burwood Road, HawthornThis presentation by historian Liz Yewers traces the remarkable transformation of Hawthorn from a small riverside settlement into one of Melbourne’s most significant municipalities. The talk is part of Hawthorn History Week delivered by Hawthorn Historical Society during History Month. Book your seat at https://www.trybooking.com/DONZC
$10
Inspired by Yarra Birrarung
Watsonia Library 4/6 Ibbottson St, WatsoniaYarra Birrarung: Artists, Writers and the River, by Dr Judith Buckrich is an illustrated history of life on the Yarra River published in 2024. Through the lens of artists and writers, the book explores how life has flourished on the river, including recreation, industry and land use, as well as infrastructure, natural history and social …
Free
Four objects; telling stories from our past
Timboon P12 School TimboonWe will be selecting four objects from our museum and sharing their significance and the story that each tells about the history of our community and its people.
Free
Gembrook Nurseries – Photography Display
Emerald Hills Hub - Foyer display space 400A Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, EmeraldThe Places That Made Us - Nobelius Heritage Park The Nobelius Heritage Park is a 4.5 hectare area of unique historic and horticultural significance. From 1901, the site was the centre of the world-famous Gembrook Nurseries (also known as the Nobelius Nursery), started by Carl Axel Nobelius in 1886. At more than 650 hectares, the …
Free
Rehearsing the City: Photography exhibition
Victorian Archives Centre 99 Shiel Street North Melbourne, VIC 3051 99 Shiel Street, VIC, North MelbourneOn display are photographs sourced from the collections of Victoria’s State and National Archives, as well as work by contemporary photographers responding to Victoria’s urban environment: Ai Tam Do, Adrian Leung, Suzanne Phoenix, Ted Richards, Sande Harsa, Mark Forbes, Melanie Cobham, Michael Currie, Andrew Tan, Hashem McAdam, Chris Bekos and Deb Stembridge. Both the archival …
Free
Wednesday Devonshire Tea
Broadford & District Historical Society 120 High Street, BroadfordEvery Wednesday during October the Broadford and District Historical Society have a chat day from 10.30 until 1pm. Devonshire tea available for $5. Every morning at 7 am a Facebook post will be shared on the History of the Broadford Football Netball Club on the historical society Facebook page, Broadford Historical.vic
Pioneering Northway Family of Hazelwood Exhibition
Morwell Historical Society 12 Hazelwood Road, MorwellThe Northway family were pioneers of Hazelwood arriving in 1877 and their descendants continued farming in Hazelwood until 1962 when the Housing Commission of Victoria compulsory acquired their land for the planned town of Hazelwood. William Full Northway and his two sons, Thomas and William Jnr., were selectors. Thomas married Barbara Lyons and had 3 …
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Discover the story of your house
Library Lounge, Hawthorn Town Hall 360 Burwood Road, HawthornDiscover with Liz Yewers how to uncover the history of your home using maps, rate books, newspapers, photographs and other records. Take home the Hawthorn Historical Society's How to Research Your Home guide. The talk is part of Hawthorn History Week delivered by Hawthorn Historical Society during History Month. Secure your spot at https://www.trybooking.com/DOOAV
$10
Author Talk: Ross McMullin talks on ‘The Light on the Hill: An Updated History of the Australian Labor Party’
Kilmore Library, 12 Sydney Street, Kilmore Kilmore Library, 12 Sydney Street, KilmoreUpdated for 2026, The Light on the Hill is Ross McMullin’s acclaimed commissioned history of the ALP. It covers all states and the federal scene comprehensively and accurately while maximising liveliness and readability. The research is prodigious, the narrative is action-packed, and the scope and span of the coverage is sweeping. The "warts-and-all" story is told …
Women of Influence
Library Lounge, Town Gallery 360 Burwood Road, Hawthorn Victoria 3122 MelbourneDiscover the lives of three of Hawthorn’s extraordinary Women of Influence-Dame Dr Kate Campbell, Doris Blackburn and Nancy Weir- and learn more about their contribution to medicine, social reform, education, and the arts. The talk is part of Hawthorn History Week delivered by Hawthorn Historical Society during History Month.
$10
The Life & Times of Flinders Lane – 1.5 Hour Walking Tour
Corner of Spring Street and Flinders Lane Corner of Spring Street and Flinders Lane, MelbourneA sweep through the roaring days of the Rag Trade to the lane’s development as a restaurant hub and avenue of style. Thursdays, 2pm-3.30pm Meet: on the corner of Spring Street and Flinders Lane Route: Flinders Lane, Duckboard Place, AC/DC Lane, Oliver Lane Highlights: Rag Trade buildings, highway to heaven, Nicholas Building End: Flinders Lane …
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$40
Under the Clocks – 3 Hour Walking Tour
Flinders Street Station Flinders St,, MelbourneA journey through the arcades that have always captivated Melbourne and the laneways that have come to captivate us in recent years. Fridays, 10am-1pm · Meet: on the steps of Flinders Street Station (under the clocks) · Route: Degraves Street, Centre Place, Collins Street, Bourke Street, Little Bourke Street · Highlights: Signature laneways, street sculptures, …
$60
Rehearsing the City: Photography exhibition
Victorian Archives Centre 99 Shiel Street North Melbourne, VIC 3051 99 Shiel Street, VIC, North MelbourneOn display are photographs sourced from the collections of Victoria’s State and National Archives, as well as work by contemporary photographers responding to Victoria’s urban environment: Ai Tam Do, Adrian Leung, Suzanne Phoenix, Ted Richards, Sande Harsa, Mark Forbes, Melanie Cobham, Michael Currie, Andrew Tan, Hashem McAdam, Chris Bekos and Deb Stembridge. Both the archival …
Free
Williamstown historic guided walking tour
Hobsons Bay Visitor Information Centre 1 Syme Street, WilliamstownUnlock the secrets of the historic Williamstown waterfront and seaport on a free guided walking tour. Explore hidden lanes, a burial ground, an abandoned morgue, historical buildings and monuments. Bookings are free but essential. Learn more at https://www.hobsonsbaytickets.com.au/whatson/williamstown-heritage-walking-tours-step-back-in-time
Free
Trove Newspaper Hands-on Workshop
Ferntree Gully Library 1010 Burwood Hwy, Ferntree GullyLearn how to find historical newspaper articles using Trove, and take your local or family history research to the next level. In this hands-on workshop, our Family and Local History Librarian will guide you through how to search, browse, and make the most of the National Library of Australia's online newspaper database. Computers will be …
Free
The Early Days of Aeradio: Images from the Ivan Hodder Collection
Airways Museum 1 Edgar Johnston Lane, Essendon AirportIn the late 1930s Ivan Hodder was a Radio Inspector in the newly-created Department of Civil Aviation. He was responsible for commissioning many of the first Aeronautical Radio (Aeradio) stations being constructed at that time. Also a keen photographer, Ivan left us with two photograph albums comprising a valuable record of the very beginnings of …
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Free
Grave Insanity – Ararat Cemetery Walking Tour
Ararat Cemetery 26 Nott Road, AraratGrave Insanity - A Cemetery Walking Tour Between Life and Death Lies History The Grave Insanity Cemetery Tour gives the public guided access to rarely discussed burial stories connected to Ararat’s former asylum era — including newly uncovered names and archival details that have never before been shared in a public tour. Led by archives …
Heritage Trades Day at Gulf Station
Gulf Station 1029 Melba Highway, Yarra GlenExperience Victoria's living heritage in action at one of the state's most significant historic farm complexes. Step back in time and experience Victoria’s rich rural heritage at Heritage Trades Day at Gulf Station, a special open day celebrating 50 years of National Trust care and stewardship of Gulf Station. Set within one of the Yarra …
$5 – $25
Extraordinary people
Harkaway Cemetery 202 Hessel Road, HarkawayJoin us on Sunday, 25 October 2026 at 10.00 am as we visit graves at Harkaway Cemetery to tell stories about local families. Hear about farmers, builders, inventors, painters, gardeners, and a young child whose life was just beginning. The easy 90-minute walk includes light refreshments at the end. Cost: Adults $10, Seniors $5, children …
Fyansford Paper Mills – Heritage Tours 2026
100 Lower Paper Mills Road, Fyansford Victoria 3218 100 Lower Paper Mills Road,, Fyansford VictoriaEnjoy a relaxing 1 1/4 hour walking tour of the historic buildings and grounds of Fyansford Paper Mill on the banks of the Barwon River in Geelong. The Fyansford Paper Mill paper mill complex was constructed between 1876 to 1878 using local bluestone and brick, and comprises the original mill buildings, manager's house, six workers’ …
$15
Old Treasury Building Public Tour
Old Treasury Building 20 Spring Street, East MelbourneThe Old Treasury building is one of very few gold rush buildings still in use in the city. This monthly tour will showcase the exhibitions, including the beautiful building. See areas of the building inaccessible to the general public, including the Executive Council Chamber. This historic room is where the Governor of Victoria has met …
$16
Pioneering Northway Family of Hazelwood Exhibition
Morwell Historical Society 12 Hazelwood Road, MorwellThe Northway family were pioneers of Hazelwood arriving in 1877 and their descendants continued farming in Hazelwood until 1962 when the Housing Commission of Victoria compulsory acquired their land for the planned town of Hazelwood. William Full Northway and his two sons, Thomas and William Jnr., were selectors. Thomas married Barbara Lyons and had 3 …
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Gembrook Nurseries – Photography Display
Emerald Hills Hub - Foyer display space 400A Belgrave-Gembrook Rd, EmeraldThe Places That Made Us - Nobelius Heritage Park The Nobelius Heritage Park is a 4.5 hectare area of unique historic and horticultural significance. From 1901, the site was the centre of the world-famous Gembrook Nurseries (also known as the Nobelius Nursery), started by Carl Axel Nobelius in 1886. At more than 650 hectares, the …
Free
Author talk: Ross McMullin on ‘The Light on the Hill’
National Wool Museum 26 Moorabool St, GeelongUpdated for 2026, The Light on the Hill is Ross McMullin’s acclaimed commissioned history of the ALP. It covers all states and the federal scene comprehensively and accurately while maximising liveliness and readability. The research is prodigious, the narrative is action-packed, and the scope and span of the coverage is sweeping. The “warts-and-all” story is …
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Vegemite’s 103rd birthday – A very Australian celebration
Cyril Callister Museum 23 Neill St, BeaufortAll Right, Vegemite! Peter Viska Comes to Beaufort for a Very Australian Celebration Beaufort, Victoria | Sunday 25 October 2026 2 - 4pm Museum entry & Light refreshments included with ticket The Cyril Callister Museum will celebrate Vegemite’s official 103rd birthday with an afternoon of Australian art, humor, nostalgia and storytelling featuring renowned illustrator and animator Peter Viska. …
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$25
Rehearsing the City: Photography exhibition
Victorian Archives Centre 99 Shiel Street North Melbourne, VIC 3051 99 Shiel Street, VIC, North MelbourneOn display are photographs sourced from the collections of Victoria’s State and National Archives, as well as work by contemporary photographers responding to Victoria’s urban environment: Ai Tam Do, Adrian Leung, Suzanne Phoenix, Ted Richards, Sande Harsa, Mark Forbes, Melanie Cobham, Michael Currie, Andrew Tan, Hashem McAdam, Chris Bekos and Deb Stembridge. Both the archival …
Free
From Pilgrim to Piper
Bayswater Library 7-13 High St, BayswaterAs we approach Remembrance Day, we invite you to join local resident Iain Townsley who will tell his story - from his many years on the front line in the British Army including in the SAS and how he reclaimed his Scottish heritage and became a piper who has performed at many local military ceremonies. …
Free
Rehearsing the City: Photography exhibition
Victorian Archives Centre 99 Shiel Street North Melbourne, VIC 3051 99 Shiel Street, VIC, North MelbourneOn display are photographs sourced from the collections of Victoria’s State and National Archives, as well as work by contemporary photographers responding to Victoria’s urban environment: Ai Tam Do, Adrian Leung, Suzanne Phoenix, Ted Richards, Sande Harsa, Mark Forbes, Melanie Cobham, Michael Currie, Andrew Tan, Hashem McAdam, Chris Bekos and Deb Stembridge. Both the archival …
Free