Rallying the Irish: putting the spotlight on the Irish
About
Founded in Ireland in 1877, the Irish National Foresters Friendly Society started in Melbourne in 1886 and eventually expanded around Australia. The INF provided a rallying point for Irish Australians. It supported a social network of Irish music, dancing, sports, educational activities, medical services, income benefits and support to members.Join author James Nicolas, who has just published Unity, Nationality, Benevolence: The Victorian History of the Irish National Foresters Friendly Society, in a fascinating discussion about the rise and fall of the Society, and its contribution to women leadership.
James is passionate about local history and has written a number of books and short stories on Australian history subjects. Amongst his works are Canterbury Football History 1881-2013; The Gunyah: A Centenary of Scouting in Canterbury 1915-2015; Warrnambool: a long way to Tipperary: the incredible life of John Hyland, an early Western Districts pioneer, and The Mystery of Fairyland, Kew.
This is a joint HHS and Camberwell Historical Society event.
Date
Tuesday 28 July 2026 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM (UTC+10)Location
Hawthorn and Camberwell Historical Societies' Rooms
25 Inglesby Road, Camberwell Victoria 3124
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