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In January 2026, Melbourne will host two outstanding scholars of Irish Studies, Louis de Paor and Brian Ó Conchubháir. Both are leading experts in the history of the Irish language and its contemporary use. Continue reading
A commemoration of the bold rescue of Fenians from Fremantle on 17 April 1876. Continue reading
The Earl Grey scheme was well-ordered and well-regulated, both in Ireland and Australia. Continue reading
Her story is one, initially, of normal native Irish family life, then blighted by the Famine, the workhouse, and being sent to Australia, where her marriage, children, and oversall loss apparently sent her into a downward spiral and a tragic death. Continue reading
Liz McKenzie was an (understated) stalwart of Irish Australia. Continue reading
Northern Ireland politicians have launched an international appeal asking victims and survivors of mother and baby institutions for their views on legislation to establish a public inquiry and financial redress scheme aimed at addressing historical injustices. Continue reading
‘Have you seen the exhibition yet?’ Continue reading
There’s a kind of seeing that only happens from the corner of the eye. I’ve stood outside at twilight, watching a crescent moon, convinced I could trace a full silver orb. Never when looking directly. Continue reading
Like Heaney, I too was catapulted back to the powerful impact of reading Wilde’s De Profundis, also penned in Reading Gaol, on me aged 20. Continue reading
Bacon and Cabbage Night at Comhaltas, Celtic Club events, Irish Movies, Irish Language classes in Brisbane, Bush Dance, Ulysses class and more…. Continue reading
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