“ROME: EMPIRE, POWER, PEOPLE” EXHIBITION OPENS AT MELBOURNE MUSEUM: ANCIENT ROME TAKES CENTER STAGE IN AUSTRALIA
Melbourne, 30 March 2026 – The major exhibition “Rome: Empire, Power, People” was inaugurated today in Melbourne. It has been produced by the Melbourne Museum in collaboration with the Museo Nazionale Romano and the Museo Archeologico di Firenze, with organizational support from Contemporanea Progetti. The exhibition represents an unprecedented event in the Australian cultural landscape. […]
Read moreCall for Applications: Master’s Degree in International Economics and Business Administration at the University of Verona
The Italian Cultural Institute of Melbourne is pleased to share that the Call for Applications for the Master’s Degree in International Economics and Business Administration at the University of Verona for the Academic Year 2026/2027 is now open. This Master is an international triple program involving the University of Verona (Italy), the University of Bamberg […]
Read moreScholarships for International Students at the “G. d’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara
The Italian Cultural Institute of Melbourne informs that the call for applications for the award of 15 scholarships for international students at the “G. d’Annunzio” University of Chieti-Pescara has been published. Five scholarships are reserved for international students enrolling in joint programmes or in the INGENIUM Pathways.The remaining ten scholarships are intended for international students […]
Read moreCall for applications for ordinary and “Italofonia” scholarships for the academic year 2026–2027
The Italian Cultural Institute of Melbourne is pleased to inform that the Call for applications for scholarships in favour of foreign students and Italian citizens living abroad (IRE) for the 2026-2027 academic year has been published. These scholarships represent an important opportunity to attract international talents not yet present in Italy and are intended to […]
Read moreProcurement and Provision of Books and Teaching Materials
The Italian Cultural Institute of Melbourne informs that, from now until 23 March 2026, legally recognized foreign schools and universities abroad may apply for the purchase and supply of books and teaching materials, including digital formats, to support the teaching of the Italian language. The above-mentioned institutions may submit their purchase request by completing the […]
Read moreCall for Applications – Global Governance Course, University of Rome “Tor Vergata”
The Italian Cultural Institute of Melbourne is pleased to share that the second call for application for the admission to Bachelor’s Degree in Global Governance at the Università degli Studi di Roma “Tor Vergata” is now open.This Undergraduate Degree takes pride in its inter-disciplinary nature, which will allow the students to better understand the challenges […]
Read moreMilano Cortina 2026: Italy on the World Stage
As Milano Cortina 2026 approaches, Italy is preparing to host one of the world’s most anticipated sporting events, celebrating sport, culture, and innovation. The Winter Olympic Games will take place from 6 to 22 February 2026, followed by the Winter Paralympic Games from 6 to 15 March 2026, with over 3,500 athletes from more than […]
Read more31st edition of the Premio Campiello Giovani
The 31st edition of the Premio Campiello Giovani has officially opened. The literary competition is promoted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation, in collaboration with the Fondazione Il Campiello. The initiative is addressed to young people aged between 15 and 21, residing in Italy and abroad, and aims to promote reading, writing, […]
Read moreThe Week of Italian Cuisine in the World concluded on Saturday, 29 November 2025
On Saturday, 29 November 2025, the Italian Chamber of Commerce in Australia (Victoria and Tasmania), in collaboration with the Consulate General of Italy and the Italian Cultural Institute in Melbourne, hosted the Italian Business Awards Gala, the closing event of the 10th Edition of the Week of Italian Cuisine in the World (Settimana della Cucina […]
Read moreCelebrating Festa della Repubblica in Melbourne
On 2 June, the Italian Cultural Institute and the Consulate of Italy in Melbourne celebrated the 79th Anniversary of the Italian Republic with an event held the LUME Melbourne, immersing guests in some of Italy’s most iconic cities. The evening honoured Italy’s rich heritage and its enduring bonds with Australia. A sincere thank you to […]
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