His greatest strength is indubitably his capacity to create a page turning narrative out of both the mundane and exotic. Continue reading
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Fall of the House of Wilde
Oscar was the son of two immense personalities…. Continue reading
Melbourne Irish Studies Seminar Series
Nature of Event: Come and join us for a great seminar on this coming Tuesday, 18 September. Dr Craig D’Alton will be talking on the topic: ‘The D’Altons of Dublin: An Irish Regency Romance’ Catherine and John D’Alton were an Irish Catholic gentry couple, based in Dublin. John held a small estate in Westmeath, but worked as … Continue reading
Irish Australian Person Of The Year 2018
We are aware that there are many people within our community who go beyond the call of duty, giving freely of their time and energy, to ensure that Irish culture continues to flourish. Continue reading
A Message from the Minister of the Diaspora
This report details the range and depth of Government support for Irish communities and organisations around the world. Continue reading
Barney Devlin: tribute to a friend and teacher
Barney’s personal abilities, charm, compassion and wit have impacted all of us who knew him Continue reading
The Irish Exile
The Irish Exile and Freedom’s Advocate was a brief but potent manifestation in print in early colonial Australia of the fight for Irish freedom. Continue reading
The Rivers of Dublin
The systematic provision of sewers in Dublin started around 1810. Watercourses and tributaries were incorporated into the sewerage system covering a complete network of approximately 1,300 miles… Continue reading
Clan McKenna Gathering
The Clan Chieftain is visiting Australia for the event. Continue reading
The W B Yeats Society of Victoria
Public Debate: ‘Is it time for a Republic of Australia?’ Continue reading