Moonee Valley Family & Local History Blog

For Country, for Nation - An illustrated history of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander military service , published by the Australian War Memorial, tells the fascinating story of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples service in the defence of Australia, dating back to before Federation. It includes service in all conflicts and operations in which the nation's military forces have been involved, and is a fascinating book to flip through, or read cover to cover.

Rare Book Week is back for 2016 with over 40 events planned throughout the city starting this week. This is a chance to discover some rarities in your collection with free appraisals, talks on travel books, sports books, discussions on the history of Penguin books and so much more. Events will be held throughout the CBD from Thursday 14 - 24 July and will include the Rare Book Fair where exhibitors will be selling hard to find items. Visit www.rarebookweek.com for more information about events and activities.

The launch of Giovinezza by John Maneschi will be held at Co.As.It. Grollo Theatre, 199 Faraday Street, Carlton on Thursday 4th December, 2008 commencing at 7.30pm. Light refreshments will be served after the presentation. RSVP by 3rd December tel. 9349 9021 or email ihs@coasit.com.au Parking is available in Faraday Street and Drummond Street - Melway 2B G7, 43 J4.