Explore the newly restored areas of the architectural wonder that is Mandeville Hall, with architectural historian Steve Stefanopoulos OAM. Discover the magnificent features, exquisite interiors and opulent rooms of this internationally significant Toorak mansion.
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The Life of Walter Withers | Speaker: David Rathgen | Twilight Talks 2025
Ballarat, vicUntil now there has been no family history of Walter Withers (1854-1914), a notable but underestimated Australian landscape artist of the Heidelberg school.

In Conversation with Natasha Lester: The Mademoiselle Alliance
Ballarat, vicA remarkable Australian talent - The Age | Inspired by a True Story
How did a young Parisienne mother, celebrated for her beauty and glamour, come to lead the largest spy network in France? A powerful, heartbreaking historical novel by the New York Times bestselling author.

Saved from Dying – Best survival comes from our 900-year history
Williamstown, vicThe talk will tell how world's best survival rate has developed from the our 900-year history of medical care illustrated in the museum collection. The talk will be followed by a guided tour of the museum which is open free of charge on Sundays and Thursdays from 10am to 4pm.
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History Reconstructed
Meredith, vicAn exhibition of sculptures or three dimensional forms representing or unearthing the creator's view of history.

Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute
Ballarat, vicA colourful history of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute and it's people.

Wander the picturesque gardens of Cruden Farm
Langwarrin, vicThe star attraction of Cruden Farm is the garden and the iconic image and star component is the main driveway, planted with over 100 lemon scented gum trees. There are many gardens to enjoy on the property, each one different in style, plantings and mood.

Chambers Wine Bar at the Star Cinema
Eaglehawk, vicThe Star Cinema at the Eaglehawk Town Hall invites you to ascend the staircase to the heritage Chambers and relax with a glass of local wine, relax on grand carved chairs at the Council conference table and immerse yourself in a more gracious era while you solve the world's problems.

NCDC Unearthed: architecture and landscape
Bruce, actPlease join us at our opening night event for ‘NCDC Unearthed: architecture and landscape’ on Wednesday 16 April 2025 at 5-7pm to read and see an exhibition of drawings, models, and maps, and to share your personal recollections of NCDC developments in Canberra.
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Unearthing lost history: an afternoon in Camden Library
Camden, nswJoin us for an afternoon of unearthing lost history at Camden Library. Dr Ian Willis OAM will present a talk on Death in training at the Liverpool Field Hospital in early 1915 and Jo O'Brien from Camden Area Family History Society will present an informative talk on Digging up the past with TROVE.
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Bowral Historical Gems Walking Tour
BOWRAL, nswThis Southern Highlands belle, Bowral, has many fascinating heritage features hiding in plain sight, if you know where to look and what they're pointing to.

Write your Family History Workshop with Keith Whelan
Oran Park, nswFind out how to write a family history that people want to read! Join sought after presenter Keith Whelan for this informative and fun workshop. Also includes a display from Jo O'Brien from Camden Area Family History Society. A must for any writer, researcher and / or historian!
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The Secrets of Dubbo Gully
Mangrove Mountain, nswExplore the historical remains of Dubbo Gully when Mangrove Creek was a thriving river community with wharves, inns, and slab homes. Visit hidden sites, Fairview homestead and St Thomas Cemetery.

Lydham Hall Historic House and Museum Open Day
Rockdale, nswExperience life during the Victorian era in one of the oldest homes in the St George District. The State heritage-listed building is home to a wonderful collection of fine antiques and period objects. Enjoy Devonshire Tea on the back verandah with views of Botany Bay.

Ballarat Antique Fair
Ballarat, vicBallarat Antique Fair will be held in the wonderful Art Deco Civic Hall.

Grave Matters
Lilydale, vicA family history talk looking at all things relating to death records, cemeteries and graves.
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Convicts
Boronia, vicDo you have convicts in the family & would like to know more about them? Join us to learn how to discover more.
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Map Warper Workshop
Montrose, vicHands on workshop, learning the ins and outs of using Map Warper.
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Fire Services Museum of Victoria, displaying, and preserving Victoria’s Fire Service History
East Melbourne, vicExplore the history of Firefighting in Victoria, since settlement.

Make soap, extract essential oil, & local soap making history
Blampied, vicLearn a rare trade: how to make soap & botanical distillations & soap making history

Bear’s Castle Tours
Whittlesea, vicThis mysterious historic castle sits high on the hilltop in the closed catchment area of the Yan Yean Reservoir. It is closed to the public, except by arrangement with the Whittlesea Courthouse.
