Introducing the Robert Menzies Institute

Established in 2021, the Robert Menzies Institute is a centre promoting the study of 20th century Australian history through the life and legacy of Sir Robert Menzies, Australia’s longest-serving prime minister.

Located in the historic Old Quadrangle of the University of Melbourne, the Institute has a unique partnership with the University supporting research, education and public engagement in Australian history.

We are a living bridge between the University and the public, bringing together history, civic life, and student development through our exhibitions, conferences, events and weekly podcast, Afternoon Light.

Introducing The Robert Menzies Institute
About Sir Robert Menzies

 

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Our Featured Podcast

Tony Abbott on his new History of Australia: "A bad history does not produce a good present"

Robert Menzies Institute CEO Georgina Downer talks to Tony Abbott, one of just four Leaders of the Liberal Party of Australia to win government from Opposition.

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Latest News

23 Sep, 2026

2026 Annual Oration delivered by Andrew Roberts, Lord Roberts of Belgravia

9 Sep, 2026

2026 Barton Parliamentary Competition Winners

7 Sep, 2026

Steven Marshall AO Commemorates the 75th anniversary of the ANZUS Treaty

7 Sep, 2026

Allegra Spender MP Commemorates the 75th anniversary of the ANZUS Treaty

7 Sep, 2026

Belinda Murrell Launches 'The Hidden War'

31 Aug, 2026

Georgina Downer Delivers Vote of Thanks at the Samuel Griffith Society's 36th Annual Conference

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Upcoming Events

Webinar | Henry Ergas AO & Alex McDermott on Forgetting History – From Federation to ANZUS
  • 13 Oct, 2026
  • 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Launch of Occasional Paper: Conditions for a Successful Immigration Policy
  • 27 Oct, 2026
  • 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
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ANZUS, Menzies and America: Sixth Annual Conference
  • 12 Nov, 2026 8:30 am – 13 Nov, 2026 5:30 pm
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Our Latest Release

The Menzies Legacy: Ideals, Change, Procession, 1960s and Beyond

‘The Menzies Legacy: Ideals, Change, Procession, 1960s and Beyond’ is the last of a four-volume history of Menzies and his world. The book features contributions by 28 leading historians and commentators based on conferences convened by the Robert Menzies Institute at the University of Melbourne.

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