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August 2026 in Melbourne & Victoria

Melbourne Day is held on the 30th August each year to commemorate 30 August 1835 as Melbourne’s foundation day. It is not a public holiday.

 

15 - 23 August 2026 National Science Week

In-person and online events, virtual tours, DIY science and more, all across Australia, from 15 - 23 August

National Science Week is Australia’s annual celebration of science and technology. Running each year in August, it features more than 2,000 events around Australia, including those delivered by universities, schools, research institutions, libraries, museums and science centres.

https://www.scienceweek.net.au/

16 August (Sunday ) 2026 - Heidelberg Choral Society presents Handel’s Solomon Love, Wisdom, Peace

Handel’s Solomon Love, Wisdom, Peace There’s little that can match the musical splendour of Handel's Solomon.

Set in a golden age of peace, piety and prosperity, Solomon is celebrated for its lush orchestration, expansive double choruses, and vivid characterisation of the biblical king's reign.

First performed in 1749, Solomon is an extravagant oratorio, that illustrates the remarkable range and flexibility of Handel’s technique. In three acts his musical tableaus brilliantly portray Solomon’s wisdom and leadership.

Under the direction of Peter Bandy, Heidelberg Choral Society & orchestra will be joined by mezzo soprano Naomi Flatman; sopranos Rebecca Rashleigh, Teresa Ingrilli and Lisette Bolton; tenor Timothy Reynolds and bass baritone Nicholas Dinopoulos. Don’t miss the pomp and majesty of Handel’s Solomon.

Date 2.30pm Sunday 16 August 2026.

Venue Performing Arts Centre, Ivanhoe Girls’ Grammar School, cnr Noel St & Upper Heidelberg Road, Ivanhoe.

Ticket Prices $70 / $65 conc / $45 student Bookings www.trybooking.com/DLZMZ Sponsor Heidelberg Choral Society is proudly supported by the Joe White Bequest Website www.hcs.asn.au

Children’s Book Week 2026: Symphony of Stories

CBCA Children’s Book Week celebrates Australian books, authors and illustrators for children.

Book Week is the longest running children’s festival in Australia. Every year, Book Week, which is run by the Children’s Book Council of Australia, aims to highlight and promote the importance and enjoyment of reading among young Australians.

Many schools, public libraries and children’s organisations run activities and dress-up parades throughout the week.

https://cbca.org.au/

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