How have the glamour and rituals of weddings changed in Australia over the last 200 years? What elements of fashion, fabrics and accessories have Australian brides and wedding parties adopted? Explore elements of continuity and change in the dresses and accessories worn by numerous brides and brides
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Housing, Heritage, Density: vibrant neighbourhoods or Hong Kong without the view?
How do we work with planners and legislators to ensure that Victoria's planning system doesn't gut communities and destroy the suburbs historic essence - that which makes then unique, attractive and liveable?

Guided tours of Bonegilla Migrant Experience
Explore original camp buildings, hear shared stories and truly walk in the shoes of the 320,000 migrants who made this their first Australian home.

Share Your Story
Step into the Oral History Room, where your personal stories and memories become part of our community’s rich tapestry—record, preserve, and share your voice for future generations to enjoy!
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Digging up the Past
Discover Warrnambool Historical Society’s rarely displayed artefacts!
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Snow, Fire and Gold: The Story of Bill Spargo and Evelyn Piper’s Life in the Australian Mountains (Euroa)
Stephen Whiteside shares his most recent publication Snow, Fire and Gold. The book tells the captivating story of Bill Spargo and Evelyn Piper, whose lives intertwined with the rugged beauty of the Australian mountains. It also contains a selection of photographs, many of which have never been seen
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Snow, Fire and Gold: The Story of Bill Spargo and Evelyn Piper’s Life in the Australian Mountains (Tatura)
Stephen Whiteside shares his most recent publication Snow, Fire and Gold. The book tells the captivating story of Bill Spargo and Evelyn Piper, whose lives intertwined with the rugged beauty of the Australian mountains. It also contains a selection of photographs, many of which have never been seen
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The Salvage of the P.S. Alexander Arbuthnot (Nathalia)
In June 1972 a convoy of vehicles and equipment drove to a very specific location on the Murray River. Beneath the waters lay the wreck of the paddle steamer Alexander Arbuthnot in her watery grave. Helene Sutherland introduces her book The Salvage of the Alexander Arbuthnot.
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The Salvage of the P.S. Alexander Arbuthnot (Shepparton)
In June 1972 a convoy of vehicles and equipment drove to a very specific location on the Murray River. Beneath the waters lay the wreck of the paddle steamer Alexander Arbuthnot in her watery grave. Helene Sutherland introduces her book The Salvage of the Alexander Arbuthnot.
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A Toast to Melba
Uncover the untold stories of a global icon, Dame Nellie Melba. A Toast to Melba shares rarely seen objects, photographs, and personal treasures from Coombe Yarra Valley, Arts Centre Melbourne and Yarra Ranges Regional Museum—brought together for the first time in this dynamic new exhibition.
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The Power of Play: A Guided Exhibition Tour with Playful Thinking
Ready to rediscover the power of play? Join us for a 45-minute guided tour of A Toast to Melba, inspired by Dame Nellie Melba’s love of parties, practical jokes and nonsense.

Piers of Port Melbourne: People & Place
Its piers define Port Melbourne. This talk explores their evolution as places of commerce and leisure, welcomes and farewells, diplomacy and strife, celebration and reflection; dynamic venues where people engage with each other.
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Unearthed Treasures: Railways Revisted
Step into history at 'Unearthed Treasures: Railways Revisited' in Bendigo's iconic roundhouse. Witness the thrilling turning of a steam locomotive on the turntable and explore Bendigo's rich rail history, experiencing the magic of rail and steam.
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JMA Melbourne Heritage Walk: Exploring Cultural Roots
Join expert guide Terry Ashton for a captivating walking tour around the State Library Victoria. Discover historic sites like Melbourne Hospital, Sniders and Abrahams warehouse, RMIT, Trades Hall, and the Old Melbourne Gaol, exploring the rich history of Melbourne’s early Jewish community.

These Walls Speak Volumes with authors Ken James and Pam Baragwanath
Explore the significance of mechanics institutes to the heritage of Victoria, inside the Newport Mechanics' Hall. These Walls Speak Volumes : A History of Mechanics' Institutes in Victoria is an index of these institutions and their histories, including Newport, Williamstown and Spotswood.
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South Carlton Historical Walk
Enjoy an informative walk with a local historian in beautiful South Carlton and take in the architecture and history.

South Parkville Historical Walk
Enjoy an informative walk with a local historian in beautiful South Parkville and take in the architecture and history.

Sketching at the Willows Historical Park
Do you enjoy sketching? Do you like conveniently located, beautiful, historical homesteads? If so, come along and join fellow artists drawing the Willows Historical Park.
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Discover the former Albion Explosives Factory Blackpowder Mill
The mill is the last remaining building of the Albion Explosives Factory and still works, come and see how it was central to the production of blackpowder
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Celebrate Dame Nellie’s Birthday
Join us for an evening to celebrate Dame Nellie’s birthday, with foods named in her honour and music to match from the Melba Opera Trust artists. There will be performances by the Melba Artists during the course of the five course dinner.

Tea, Tech and Training: Researching your Family History
Grab a tea or coffee, get comfy, and learn how to research your family history online at your own pace with the support of library staff. In this special Heritage Festival edition of Hobsons Bay Libraries' weekly Tea, Tech and Training series.
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