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VIC | VMC | UPDATING | Community, News and Information | Wednesday 26 August 2026

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It was wonderful to see so many of you at the Premier’s Multicultural Gala Dinner over the weekend. 

This year’s theme, Stories of Us, was a fitting celebration of the people, cultures and experiences that together tell the story of multicultural Victoria. I particularly valued the many conversations I had throughout the evening and look forward to continuing those conversations as I get out and about across our communities.

Those conversations are particularly important as we look to the future of multicultural Victoria. The Multicultural Victoria Amendment Bill is currently progressing through Parliament and, subject to its passage, will establish Multicultural Victoria. This represents an important opportunity to strengthen how government listens to and works alongside multicultural and multifaith communities, and I look forward to keeping you updated as this work progresses.

Having our voices heard also means making sure our communities are counted. There is still time to complete the 2026 Census, and I encourage anyone who has not yet done so to take part. Every response helps build a clearer picture of who we are and the communities that make up Australia. You can complete the Census online, on paper or with assistance. 

Finally, there are two current funding opportunities I encourage community organisations to explore. The Local Anti Racism Initiatives Grants Program provides grants of up to $40,000 for community led responses to racism, with applications closing at midday on 27 August. The Multicultural Festivals and Events Program is also open, supporting multicultural communities to celebrate and share culture through festivals and events, with applications closing on 31 August.

I look forward to continuing to meet many more of you, hearing your stories and learning about the work happening across communities throughout Victoria.

Warm regards,
Louise Perry, Chairperson

 

 News and events 

VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Local Anti-Racism Initiatives (LARI) grant program | applications close midday Thursday 27 August 2026

Forming a part of Victoria’s Anti-Racism Strategy, the program offers community organisations grants of up to $40,000 to deliver anti-racism programs.

The funding will support First Peoples, multicultural and multifaith organisations to deliver tailored programs and activities that meet the needs of their local communities. While eliminating racism in Victoria is everyone’s responsibility, First Peoples, multicultural and multifaith communities have the expertise, lived experience and specialised knowledge to effectively deliver community-driven responses to racism.

VIC | GOV | GRANTING | 2026-27 Multicultural Festivals and Events (MFE) and Regional Multicultural Festivals and Events Fund (RMFEF) grant programs – Round 2 | applications close 31 August 2026

Organisations can apply for up to $50,000 to host festivals and events that celebrate Victoria’s cultural diversity. Funding is available in small, medium or large streams.  

This program aims to connect communities by making it easier for Victorians from multicultural and multifaith backgrounds to come together and celebrate their heritage and traditions.

VIC | GOV | GRANTING | 20% off vehicle registration | until 31 August 2026

The Victorian Government’s 20% off vehicle registration rebate has been extended.

If you live in Victoria and own a vehicle, you can get 20% back on your vehicle registration for the 2025-26 financial year. You could receive up to $186 per vehicle.

To apply for the rebate, you must have a Service Victoria account and apply online through Service Victoria. If you do not have a Service Victoria account, you can create one now through the Service Victoria app or website.

VIC | TRVI | OFFERING | Half price for everyone until 1 January 2027 and contactless travel

Public transport in Victoria is half price. Half price fares apply automatically to all public transport services statewide and to all passengers, including concession holders.

Transport Victoria (TRVI) has also rolled out contactless payment across trams and train stations where myki is accepted, for full fare customers only. Concession card holders should keep using their concession myki to ensure they are charged the correct fare.

If you are a concession card holder and accidentally tap on with a phone or bank card, wait 30 seconds and tap off with the same device so you are not charged. Any customers who make a mistake and are incorrectly charged should contact the Transport Victoria Contact Centre on 1800 800 007 to discuss reimbursement options.
 

AUST | MYA | CALLING | Nominees for 2026 Multicultural Youth Awards | nominations close 31 August 2026

Nominations are open for the 2026 Multicultural Youth Awards (MYA), a national celebration of the leadership, creativity and resilience of multicultural youth aged 16–25 across Australia. 

With 13 exciting award categories, MYA recognises young people driving change in education, community leadership, arts, entrepreneurship, advocacy, and more. 

AUST | SCFO | GRANTING | Community Grant Round 2026 | applications close Friday 28 August 2026

These Scanlon Foundation  (SCFO) community grans will provide up to $50,000 per year, for two years, for projects that foster connections and strengthen communities by engaging local businesses with potential employees living in their area.

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Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)
Address: Level 6, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

VMC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country and pay our respect to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.

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AUST | CUIN | UPDATING | Culture in Conversation and more | August 2026

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Culture is something we encounter, navigate, and learn from in our daily lives. Once we recognise its complexity, we can engage with culture in more effective ways.

From classroom discussions to global conversations about technology and cultural identity, this month’s stories explore how we can enhance our understanding and appreciation of the cultures around us.

Discover how schools are building intercultural capabilities, how cultural data can help communities better understand themselves, and how Cultural Infusion is contributing to important conversations about culture, inclusion and representation worldwide.

ANNOUNCING | Cultural Infusion Has a New Home!

We have moved! You can now find Cultural Infusion at Level 1, 1/105 Rupert St, Collingwood, VIC 3066. We are excited to settle in and start this next stage in our new space.

While our address may have changed, you can still reach us through all the usual channels. From cultural programs to Atlas to our growing range of educational resources, we look forward to creating many more meaningful experiences and connections with you!

In This Issue
  1. Education & Experiences – For teachers & schools
  2. The Atlas Platform – Cultural data & tools
  3. Key Events – Where to find us
  4. Voices of Cultural Infusion – Research & perspectives
  5. Cultural Infusion Organisation – Internships & careers
  6. Calendar Spotlight – Dates worth marking

 1. Education & Experiences  

Bring the Magic of Indonesian Puppetry to Your School

Dalang Sumardi has shared the Wayang tradition around the world for more than 30 years.

As students experience the artistry of Sumardi’s shadow puppetry, including voices and music, they will also have opportunities to step behind the stage and discover the skills and crafts that bring the shadows to life — including seeing puppets up close, some of which are over 100 years old! Younger audiences can also enjoy Wayang Kancil, a playful tale of Indonesian folklore full of humour, animal characters and gentle moral lessons.

Why stop at one performance? Pair it with Demetrius’ energetic Opa! Greek Dance and Culture workshop for a double Cultural Bill — enjoy a discounted rate, with travel fees waived for the tour as well!

* Opa! Greek Dance and Culture is available in WA, SA and VIC only.
Wayang programs are available across all listed states, subject to location and availability.

Touring Dates: October–November 2026 (TBC):
  • WA | 12–15 October 2026
  • SA | 20–23 October 2026
  • VIC | 26 October – 6 November 2026
  • NSW | 9–13 November 2026
  • ACT | 12–13 November 2026
Dates are limited and availability varies by location, so get in early.
 

Building Intercultural Capability in Victorian Schools

The Intercultural Citizenship Ambassador Program (ICAP) continues to expand across Victoria, with schools reporting strong engagement and positive outcomes. Funded by the Victorian Government, it’s currently free for students at Victorian government secondary schools. The 2026 calendar is fully booked — we’re welcoming expressions of interest for 2027 and 2028.

Discover the Cultural Story of Your School Community with Atlas

Atlas for Schools provides a secure, ethical way to explore your cultural profile using anonymised data. Schools receive a tailored report covering languages, heritage, countries of birth, belief systems and more — free of charge for a limited number of schools.

 2. The Atlas Platform 

Help Shape Our Company Values Whitepaper

Do your company values make sense to staff? Are they meaningful, and can they be measured? We’ve embarked on a research piece to inform a white paper and refinements to our products.

We want to hear from HR peeps across regions, industries and company sizes, to get an accurate bird’s eye view. It takes 10–15 minutes, stays anonymous unless you say otherwise, and contributors get our deep thanks plus first access to the whitepaper once it’s ready.

Got a few opinions on how company values shape workplace culture? We’d love to hear them.

Nobody Is 78% Engaged

Preliminary findings from our People & Culture Index (PCI) white paper research explore the gap between company values and lived workplace culture.

Cultural Infusion Product Director Quincy Hall explains that once a score becomes a KPI, organisations can become focused on improving the number rather than addressing the underlying reality it is supposed to measure.

So instead of reducing workplace culture to a single averaged score, the PCI compares survey responses from leaders and staff. This makes it possible to see where their views align and where there is a gap between what leaders believe employees are experiencing and what employees report themselves.

 3. Key Events 

Building Bridges Between Religious Freedom and Responsible Technology

Day 2 of the 2026 IRF Peace Builders Forum brought civil society, government, business and faith leaders together at the Hart Senate Office Building in Washington, D.C., for America250: Building on the Presence and the Promise of Religious Freedom, marking the launch of the Civil Society Collaborative for Religious Freedom, Peace, and Prosperity.

Cultural Infusion was honoured to be represented by Gold Darr and Ben Christensen, while our CEO was called ‘a brilliant almost rock star’ for caring about faith communities and their freedoms.

Hear Gold discuss how we went from 10,000 species of bananas to essentially two, and why AI is a fundamental battle site for the freedom of thought.
 

Atlas at the TechDiversity Awards

For the last nine years, Cultural infusion has attended the TechDiversity awards night, and we’re also a former two-times winner of their merit award. This year, the event took place in Sydney with Cultural Infusion CTO Rezza Moieni representing us, including a live demo of what the actual diversity in the event looked like.

Some of the findings: 34 countries and 58 languages were represented at the event. The three most spoken languages were English, Spanish and French. Mandarin and Arabic, top languages in the Australian census, were very underrepresented. Naming gaps is the first step to closing them.

We also revealed that 34% of this tech savvy room ‘always’ ask whose data an AI has been trained on.
 
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 4. Voices of Cultural Infusion 

The Fearless Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leadership Experience Series

Ready to turn your commitment to inclusion into meaningful action?

Series Dates
  • Wednesday 23 September 2026 | 11am-12.30pm
  • Wednesday 30 September 2026 | 11am-12.30pm
  • Wednesday 7 October 2026 | 11am-12.30pm
This dynamic online program is designed to help leaders build the confidence and practical skills to drive positive change – and it’s facilitated by some of our best friends, leading DEI experts Roman Ružbacký, Fiona Krautil and Tom Verghese, authors of The Fearless Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Practitioner, which has just been published in a new edition.

Places are limited, so register now and take the leap towards fearless leadership.
 

The Odyssey Controversy

Peter Mousaferiadis weighs in on the controversy surrounding Christopher Nolan’s retelling of The Odyssey, focusing on casting and questions of historical and cultural authenticity. Read his article in the Greek Herald, or hear him discuss it with 3AW’s Tom Elliott.

New Research: Turning Cybersecurity Alerts into Action

A new paper by CTO Rezza Moieni, co-authored with Parisasadat Shojaei, explores how organisations can turn complex cybersecurity information into clearer, actionable insight — bridging the gap between technical security and effective governance.

 5. Cultural Infusion Organisation 

Intern With Us!

Over the past two months, we have received more than 200 applications for our internship programs, with 10+ interns already commencing placements across various projects and teams. We’ve also expanded opportunities to international students, with support including visa guidance, arrival assistance and cross-cultural learning.

Email: intern@culturalinfusion.com
 

Interns Workshop with Our CEO

On 4 August, CEO Peter Mousaferiadis delivered an inspiring workshop for our current interns on culture, diversity and intercultural understanding in today’s global workforce.

Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Launch Experience

Kick off your organisation’s reconciliation journey with an impactful, tailored RAP Launch Experience led by a First Nations presenter. 30–60 minutes.
 

 6. Calendar Spotlight 

Key dates across the world worth knowing about, and marking on your own calendar.

International Day of Sign Languages | 23 September 2026

The International Day of Sign Languages advocates for the human rights of deaf individuals and celebrates the cultural diversity of sign language users. Established to commemorate the founding of the World Federation of the Deaf in 1951, this day emphasises that sign languages are equal in status to spoken languages.

Sign language, rich in grammar and culture, demonstrates the expressiveness of communication beyond spoken words. Keeping this in mind, here are two of our workshops that explore the power of physical and non-verbal expression:

Thanks for reading! Keep the conversation going, be well, and see you next month.

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Cultural Infusion (CUIN)
Address: Level 1, 1/105 Rupert St, Collingwood VIC 3066

Cultural Infusion has its offices based on the ancestral land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We acknowledge and pay respect to the past, present and future traditional custodians and elders and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout Australia.

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WORLD | PWR | UPDATING | Community with News, Information and more | August 2026

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OBSERVING | In Memoriam

We are deeply saddened to share the passing of Rev. Dr. John T. Pawlikowski, OSM and S. Kuldeep Singh. Both were former Trustees for the Parliament of the World’s Religions and they both made an incredible impact during their lives. We grieve these great losses and extend our condolences to their family and friends. Please click the links above to read more about them.

CELEBRATING | 2023 Anniversary

Three years ago this week, more than 8,000 people representing over 200 faith traditions responded to a call to conscience and gathered in Chicago for the 2023 Parliament of the World’s Religions. These people brought diverse experiences and perspectives and engaged with spiritual and political leaders from around the world. They also celebrated the 30th anniversary of the Parliament’s foundational document, “Towards A Global Ethic.” Re-live the 2023 Parliament on our YouTube channel.

MEETING | Monthly Prayers

Current and former members of the Board of Trustees gather each month to share prayers and reflections that are timely and necessary.

Recent themes include: mothers, the environment, hope, and interfaith awareness.
 

ANNOUNCING | Upcoming Event

  • Sacred Guidance for a Planet in Crisis: A Call to Justice, Compassion, and Hope | Thursday 3 September 2026 | 2pm Central US / 5am Friday 4 September 2026 Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST). Register
 

LAUNCHING | Trustees Corner

We are excited to announce the launch of Trustees Corner, a blog with posts written by current members of the Parliament of the World's Religions Board of Trustees. Look for new Trustees Corner posts in every newsletter.

In a fractured world, the work of interreligious engagement is not only about dialogue, representation, or public witness. It is also about formation: the shaping of attention, habits, relationships, and institutional norms that teach people what to expect from one another and what to believe about human dignity.

One way I have come to understand this work is through the language of beauty, an area I am writing about professionally this year. By beauty, I do not mean ornament, sentiment, or aesthetic preference. I mean something closer to a moral and spiritual condition: those patterns of life in whose presence human beings become more alive, more recognizable to one another, and more capable of inhabiting a shared world.
I still remember the extraordinary enthusiasm when the 2015 Parliament of the World’s Religions ratified the Declaration for the Dignity and Human Rights of Women. The world’s religions spoke with one voice, affirming that “being treated justly and with respect should not depend on whether one is male or female.” We recognized that “we are all interconnected and interdependent and when half the human race suffers, we all suffer.” And we called upon the world’s religions to honor and uphold the dignity and human rights of women and girls.


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Parliament of the World's Religions (PWR)
Address: 70 East Lake St., Suite 230 Chicago, IL 60601 USA
Tel: (312) 629-2990

The Parliament of the World's Religions (PWR) acknowledges it is situated on the traditional homelands of the Bodéwadmik (Potawatomi), Hoocąk (Winnebago/Ho’Chunk), Jiwere (Otoe), Nutachi (Missouria), and Baxoje (Iowas); Kiash Matchitiwuk (Menominee); Meshkwahkîha (Meskwaki); Asâkîwaki (Sauk); Myaamiaki (Miami), Waayaahtanwaki (Wea), and Peeyankihšiaki (Piankashaw); Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo); Inoka (Illini Confederacy); Anishinaabeg (Ojibwe), and Odawak (Odawa).

PWR recognizes the region we now call Chicago remains home to a diversity of Indigenous peoples today and this land upon which we walk, live, and play continues to be Indigenous land.

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MELBOURNE | AELA | GATHERING | Many Faiths, One Planet – Together, Caring for our Common Home | Saturday 3 October 2026 | 8.30am-5pm

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Join us for a 1-Day Conference celebrating how the living world brings us together in faith, and in care.

The Earth is crying out to us. We read reports of species becoming extinct and ecosystems under attack. It is easy to lose hope when confronted by the Biodiversity crisis before us. And none of us can face the challenges alone.

In October, people from diverse faith groups, cultures and ecological sciences will meet in Melbourne to hear the cry of the Earth. We will listen, learn, reflect and grow in ecological consciousness together. 

We come together because Australia's unique biodiversity matters. Together we will discover ways people of faith and the sciences collaborate to protect species and ecosystems before they disappear.


 Conference Speakers 

Sherry Balcombe-Maloney | Finding Our Place On Country

Many people have not had the opportunity to hear what First Nations people mean when they talk about Country. As a First Nations descendant, Sherry will open us up to a greater sense of what connecting to Country means — what it REALLY means in time, place, spirituality and relationship, especially for those of us who are disconnected from the natural world. 

Sherry is an Olkola / Mularidji woman from Far North Queensland. Born in Narrm, she has an extensive experience in Social Justice with a faith-based approach, and has enjoyed numerous roles within the community including Victorian Aboriginal Child Care Agency, visiting First Nations youth in detention, Aboriginal Catholic Ministry for 20 years. She is a currently State Representative for NATSICC, board member of Jesuit Social Services, Aboriginal Visitor to Aboriginal community at Thomas Embling Hospital, cross cultural Educator, Story Teller with Djirra (Abororiginal women’s support service), and Aboriginal Heritage Walk tour guide at the Royal Botanical Gardens. Sherry also contributed to the book, "An Urgent Call: Laudato Si' and Indigenous Wisdom in Oceania", recently published by the Vatican.
 

Prof Sarah Bekessy | Locating Ourselves In The Ecosystem

Humans have the tendency to see Nature as a resource, and not something we are a part of. Australia is one of the most mega-biodiverse places on Earth and yet we have the highest rate of biodiversity loss in the developed world. Sarah will give a brief overview of what is causing this loss of our unique biodiversity and present some ways we can all care for it in the urban environment — together! 

Sarah leads the ICON Science research group which uses interdisciplinary approaches to solve complex biodiversity conservation problems. She is particularly interested in understanding the role of human behaviour in conservation, in designing cities to encourage ‘every day nature’ experiences and in defining and measuring ‘nature positive’ development. Sarah is a Lead Councillor with The Biodiversity Council, which she helped to establish "to be a trusted, expert voice communicating accurate information on all aspects of biodiversity to the Australian people, to ensure biodiversity and Country prosper." She is Honorary Professor at RMIT University, and 2020 Winner of the City of Melbourne Design Challenge.


Dr Michelle Maloney | Growing New Ways Of Being

'Tinkering with the edges' is not enough, because the current systems have led us to this crisis point. We have become disconnected from the natural world. Michelle will speak on what Thomas Berry called the task of this century: "to carry out the transition from a period of human devastation of the Earth to a period when humans would be present to the planet in a mutually beneficial manner.” How can we understand our ecosystems and bioregions, and grow in our ecological consciousness for the care of our common home?

Michelle manages the strategic direction and governance of the Australian Earth Laws Alliance (AELA), designs and manages AELA programs and events, and coordinates the work of staff, volunteers and collaborative networks. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (political science and history) and Bachelor of Laws (Hons) from the Australian National University, and an PhD in environmental regulation, from the Griffith Law Futures Centre. Michelle is also the Co-Founder and Director of Future Dreaming Australia; Adjunct Fellow, Institute for Sustainable Futures, University of Technology Sydney (UTS), and a member of the Advisory Council, Global Alliance for the Rights of Nature. She lives near Brisbane, Australia with her family and Ziggy the Wonderdog.


Andrew Skeoch | Deep Listening To Nature

In the attention economy, those with the loudest voice wins. How has the Earth been speaking to us? Can we learn to better listen to even the small voices? Andrew Skeoch will open our hearts and minds to deep listening in the natural world using some of the sounds he has recorded here and around the world, and share with us what he has learned about human behaviour from many years of listening and observing the more than human life.  

Andrew is an educator, author, naturalist, environmental thinker, and one of Australia's best-known nature sound recordists. Over the last thirty years, he has documented the sounds of wild environments around the planet, and through his label, Listening Earth, published over one hundred recordings featuring habitats from most continents, attracting Spotify streaming figures in the many tens of thousands a week. His recordings are featured in the audio installation at Sydney Wildlife World, feature films, including Peter Gabriel's soundtrack to Phillip Noyce's 'Rabbit Proof Fence', and Disney's 2016 remake of 'The Jungle Book'. Andrew is a TEDx speaker and President of the Australian Wildlife Sound Recording Group.
 
Early Bird Pricing extended till August 10th, BOOK NOW!
Please register for the conference as soon as possible.

Space is limited.
  
Families welcome. Please contact us if you have any special needs.

We aim to create a safe and inclusive space for people from all cultural backgrounds, and beliefs.

Post-Conference Dinner Tickets will be available here closer to the conference, please keep an eye out for details
 
Hosted by The Australian Earth Laws Alliance (AELA) and the Faith Ecology Network (FEN)
  
Early Bird Tickets until Monday 10 August 2026
    • Waged: $120
    • Concession/Unwaged/Students: $80
    • Children under 18 attend free. 
Prices From Tuesday 11 August 2026
    • Waged: $140
    • Concession/Unwaged/Students: $95
    • Children under 18 attend free. 
  • Bookings: online via Trybooking

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Australian Earth Laws Alliance (AELA)

The Australian Earth Laws Alliance acknowledges that the sovereignty of the First Nations People of the continent now known as Australia was never ceded by treaty nor in any other way. AELA acknowledges and respects First Nations Peoples’ laws and ecologically sustainable custodianship of Australia over tens of thousands of years through land and sea management practices that continue today.
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VIC | VMC | UPDATING | Community, News and Information | Wednesday 12 August 2026

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The Hon. Ben Carroll MP, Premier of Victoria announced the appointment of Hon. Paul Edbrooke MP as the new Minister for Multicultural Affairs, taking over from Ingrid Stitt MP last week. 

On behalf of the VMC, I would like to welcome Minister Edbrooke to this critically important portfolio. With experience as a firefighter and teacher, Minister Edbrooke previously held the portfolios for Consumer Affairs, Cost of Living, Renters and Men and Boys and before that was parliamentary secretary to the Treasurer and Minister for Mental Health. 

I thank Ingrid Stitt MP for her tireless work as Minister for Multicultural and Multifaith Victoria since October 2023 and for all she has achieved for multicultural communities. I wish her all the best as Minister under her revised portfolios.
Recently, I spoke at an information session delivered by the VMC in partnership with Mortgage Stress Victoria. One of the most significant concerns we hear from communities across Victoria is about cost-of-living pressures and affordable housing. For many migrants and refugees, owning a home represents security, stability and hope for the future. But for many, the dream of owning a home turns into heavy mortgage stress. Last week’s information session emphasised that help is available for those in need and that issues can be tackled before problems become crises. 
If you've been following passage of the Multicultural Victoria Amendment Bill 2026, you can read the second reading speech and stay updated on its passage through Parliament here. The Bill seeks to establish a new entity, Multicultural Victoria, to bring together what we hear in communities with the development of policies and programs across government. I hope to provide further updates on the Bill in a subsequent newsletter.

Lastly, we’re pleased to announce that a very limited number of tickets have become available for the upcoming Premier's Multicultural Gala Dinner. These last minute tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis, with a maximum of two tickets per person. If you were hoping to attend, this is a final opportunity to secure your place. Book your tickets online via Humanitix.

Warm regards,
Louise Perry, Chairperson

 

 News and events 

VIC | GOV | GRANTING | Local Anti-Racism Initiatives (LARI) grant program | apply now, closes 27 August 2026

Forming a part of Victoria’s Anti-Racism Strategy, the program offers community organisations grants of up to $40,000 to deliver anti-racism programs.

The Victorian Government has launched the next round of the LARI grant program.

The funding will support First Peoples, multicultural and multifaith organisations to deliver tailored programs and activities that meet the needs of their local communities. While eliminating racism in Victoria is everyone’s responsibility, First Peoples, multicultural and multifaith communities have the expertise, lived experience and specialised knowledge to effectively deliver community-driven responses to racism.

VIC | GOV | GRANTING | 2026-27 Multicultural Festivals and Events grant programs | apply now, closes 31 August 2026

Applications are open for Round 2 of the 2026-27 Multicultural Festivals and Events (MFE) and Regional Multicultural Festivals and Events Fund (RMFEF) grant programs.

Organisations can apply for up to $50,000 to host festivals and events that celebrate Victoria’s cultural diversity. Funding is available in small, medium or large streams.  

This program aims to connect communities by making it easier for Victorians from multicultural and multifaith backgrounds to come together and celebrate their heritage and traditions.

VIC | GOV | OFFERING | 20% off your vehicle registration | closes 31 August 2026

The Victorian Government’s 20% off vehicle registration rebate has been extended until 31 August 2026. 

If you live in Victoria and own a vehicle, you can get 20% back on your vehicle registration for the 2025-26 financial year. You could receive up to $186 per vehicle.

To apply for the rebate, you must have a Service Victoria account and apply online through Service Victoria. If you do not have a Service Victoria account, you can create one now through the Service Victoria app or website: service.vic.gov.au/account

If needed, help is available applying for the rebate, including translated resources, an easy read English guide, and posters or fact sheets.
 

VIC | GOV | OFFERING | Half price and contactless travel

Public transport in Victoria is half price for everyone until 1 January 2027. Half price fares apply automatically to all public transport services statewide and to all passengers, including concession holders.

Transport Victoria has also rolled out contactless payment across trams and train stations where myki is accepted, for full fare customers only. Concession card holders should keep using their concession myki to ensure they are charged the correct fare.

If you are a concession card holder and accidentally tap on with a phone or bank card, wait 30 seconds and tap off with the same device so you are not charged. Any customers who make a mistake and are incorrectly charged should contact the Transport Victoria Contact Centre on 1800 800 007 to discuss reimbursement options.

AUST | MYA | CALLING | Nominees for 2026 Multicultural Youth Awards | nominations close 31 August 2026

Nominations are open for the 2026 Multicultural Youth Awards (MYA), a national celebration of the leadership, creativity and resilience of multicultural youth aged 16–25 across Australia. 

With 13 exciting award categories, MYA recognises young people driving change in education, community leadership, arts, entrepreneurship, advocacy, and more. 
 

AUST | SCFO | GRANTING | 2026 Community Grant Round | applications close Friday 28 August 2026

These Scanlon Foundation (SCFO) community grans will provide up to $50,000 per year, for two years, for projects that foster connections and strengthen communities by engaging local businesses with potential employees living in their area.

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Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)
Address: Level 6, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

VMC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country and pay our respect to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.

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AUST | OSECI | HEARING | Your say: from Australian Muslims

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Launching the Australian Muslim Poll, collecting the diverse experiences, perspectives and wellbeing of Muslims across Australia.

A national initiative delivered by Australia's Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia (OSECI) in partnership with Deakin University.

The Australian Muslim Poll is Australia’s first nationally representative, annual study of its kind. It will build a robust evidence base to better understand Muslim communities and inform policy, community programs and public discourse with high-quality, data-driven insights.

The Australian Muslim Poll will run across 2026–2027, with the first findings expected in September 2027, to be shared through reports, events and briefings.

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Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia (OSECI)

The Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia (OSECI) acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connection to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, their cultures and to their Elders past and present.
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AUST | ABS | COUNTING | Australia's next census | Tuesday 11 August

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The Census is a snapshot of the country and tells the story of how we are changing. 


Census data is used to shape services people use every day. It helps us understand what Australia needs now, and in the future. That’s why it’s important that everyone in Australia takes part.

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Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS)

The Australian Bureau of Statistics acknowledges the Traditional Owners and Custodians of Country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to their cultures and Elders, past and present.

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VIC | VMC | UPDATING | Community, News and Information | Wednesday 29 July 2026

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Positive Change Ahead for our Communities

It is a privilege to write to you for the first time as Chairperson of the Victorian Multicultural Commission.

I am honoured to have the opportunity to serve our multicultural and multifaith communities. I look forward to meeting many of you over the months ahead, listening to your experiences and learning from the people and organisations who contribute so much to our state every day.

This is an exciting time for multicultural Victoria.

This week, the Bill to amend the Multicultural Victoria Act was introduced into the Victorian Parliament. The Bill seeks to establish Multicultural Victoria, creating opportunities to strengthen the way government listens to, engages with and supports multicultural and multifaith communities. I look forward to helping build an organisation that reflects the aspirations and diversity of the communities we serve, prioritising a recalibrated and coordinated approach that promotes cohesion, equity and inclusion though legislation, policies, programs and partnerships. 
As part of this transition, applications are now open for a range of leadership opportunities, including membership of the new Multicultural Community Advisory Group. This is a unique opportunity for community leaders to contribute their experience, insights and perspectives, helping ensure community voices remain central to the future direction of Multicultural Victoria. I encourage anyone with the passion and commitment for shaping Victoria's multicultural future to consider applying. 
As we begin this journey, I look forward to getting out into communities across Victoria, meeting many of you in person and learning more about your work, your aspirations and the issues that matter most to you. Together, we can continue building a Victoria where every community feels heard, valued and connected.

Warm regards,
Louise Perry, Chairperson

 

 News and events 

AUST | ABS | COUNTING | Australia's next census | Tuesday 11 August

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) Census is a snapshot of the country and tells the story of how we are changing. 

Census data is used to shape services people use every day. It helps us understand what Australia needs now, and in the future. That’s why it’s important that everyone in Australia takes part.

VIC | WOY | SUPPORTING | What's on Youth

Got an event, job, grant, program or wellbeing service for young people? What's On Youth (WOY) helps organisations, councils and schools get their opportunities in front of young Victorians across the state – for free.

What's On Youth is a Victorian-built platform, developed with support from the Victorian Government, to help young people discover opportunities,
 

AUST | OSECI | HEARING | Your say: from Australian Muslims

Australia's Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia (OSECI) has launched the Australian Muslim Poll, a national initiative delivered in partnership with Deakin University that will capture the diverse experiences, perspectives and wellbeing of Muslims across Australia.

The Australian Muslim Poll is Australia’s first nationally representative, annual study of its kind. It will build a robust evidence base to better understand Muslim communities and inform policy, community programs and public discourse with high-quality, data-driven insights.

The Australian Muslim Poll will run across 2026–2027, with the first findings expected in September 2027, to be shared through reports, events and briefings.

VIC | TRVI | OFFERING | Half price and contactless travel

Public transport in Victoria is half price for everyone until 1 January 2027. Half price fares apply automatically to all public transport services statewide and to all passengers, including concession holders.

In addition, Transport Victoria (TRVI) has recently rolled out contactless payment options across the tram network and at train stations where myki is accepted.

Contactless payment is currently available for full fare customers only. Concession card holders should keep using their concession myki to ensure they are charged the correct fare.

If you are a concession card holder and accidentally tap on with a phone or bank card, wait 30 seconds and tap off with the same device so you are not charged. Any customers who make a mistake and are incorrectly charged should contact the Transport Victoria Contact Centre on 1800 800 007 to discuss reimbursement options.
 

VIC | VCCI | HELPING | Create safer, more respectful workplaces – Lead the Change Program

Lead the Change is a Victorian Government‑funded program designed to help leaders and decision-makers in small to medium enterprises create respectful, inclusive environments across the hospitality, retail, manufacturing and construction industries.

The Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (VCCI) program provides practical tools, training and expert support to prevent gender‑based violence, meet legal obligations and build inclusive, positive workplace cultures. Sessions are free and delivered across metro, suburban and regional Victoria from February 2026 to May 2027.

AUST | SCFO | GRANTING | The Scanlon Foundation's Annual Community Grant Round 2026 | now open, closing Friday 28 August 2026

The Scanlon Foundation (SCFO) Employment Pathways category will provide up to $50,000 per project/per annum for 2 years. Targeted to long-term unemployed/underemployed adults from all migrant and multicultural backgrounds, the grants will continue to support proposals from regional and rural communities or organisations supporting migrant and multicultural communities in regional areas.
 

AUST | TAFESA | OFFERING | Online Diploma of Interpreting with TAFE South Australia

Applications for TAFE South Australia's Diploma of Interpreting 2027 and the Interpreting and Translating Skill Sets 2027 open soon. Delivered online and open to students across Australia, this 12 months Part Time course will provide you with the opportunity to learn the necessary skills to effectively interpret in a range of settings.

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Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)
Address: Level 6, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

VMC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country and pay our respect to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.

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AUST | CUIN | UPDATING | Define Multicultural and more | July 2026

[Edited extract from public address]

Multicultural, monocultural, what even are people talking about?

When people don't define their terms, they often end up talking at cross-purposes. As humans, do we have time for the basic fights that emerge from foggy definitions?

In the absence of rigour and consensus, Cultural Infusion relies on our own scientific definitions, which posit that cultural identity is temporal, unique to everyone, multidimensional and interconnected. This means that when more than one person is in a room, that room is multicultural, and intercultural understanding is a vital human capability, not a partisan position. 

Whew, glad that's cleared up! Now please read on for more on our latest programs, offerings and provocations!

In This Issue
  1. Education & Experiences – For teachers & schools
  2. The Atlas Platform – Cultural data & tools
  3. Key Events – Where to find us
  4. Voices of Cultural Infusion – Research & perspectives
  5. Cultural Infusion Organisation – Careers & internships
  6. Our Cultural Calendar – Dates worth marking

 1. Education & Experiences 

Experience Wayang Puppetry in 2026

An unforgettable experience supporting language learning, performing arts and intercultural understanding. Sumardi, one of Indonesia’s leading master puppeteers, is returning to Australia in 2026.

In a captivating one-man performance, the celebrated Dalang brings traditional Wayang puppet theatre to life through expressive puppetry, character voices and live music. Experience the performance from both sides, with a rare behind-the-screen view of wayang in action. Featuring puppets more than 100 years old, this unforgettable experience connects audiences with generations of Indonesian storytelling and craftsmanship.

Available Programs
 

Learning Hub is Live, with More Resources and Tools for Teachers!

Our reimagined Learning Hub brings updated lesson plans, digital tools and teacher resources together to spark rich conversations and deepen intercultural understanding.

Discover New Cultural Experiences for Schools and Communities

From Italian tarantella rhythms to Afro-Colombian percussion, explore new hands-on performances bringing music, dance and story into your school or community.

Building Intercultural Capability in Victorian Schools

The Intercultural Citizenship Ambassador Program (ICAP) continues to grow across Victoria, helping students build empathy, leadership and confidence through facilitated conversations and collaborative activities.

Discover the Cultural Story of Your School Community with Atlas

Atlas for Schools offers a secure, anonymised way to explore your school’s cultural profile, helping you move beyond assumptions and better understand the people you serve.

 2. The Atlas Platform 

Our Atlas platform turns anonymised cultural data into clear, actionable insight for schools, workplaces and communities. Here’s what’s new this month.

AIRI Has Landed

Our AI Readiness Survey (AIRI) is, well, ready! AI is reshaping every workplace but most organisations don’t know how ready they really are, and the gap between what leaders believe and what staff experience is often the biggest risk. AIRI is a two-stage survey: one set of questions goes to leaders, the other to staff, from which our data scientists build a perception-gap analysis across six pillars, from ‘Preparation’ to ‘Output’ to ‘Crystal Ball’.

Atlas at the TechDiversity Awards

See Atlas in action at this year’s annual awards in Sydney, recognising great work organisations and people are doing. If you haven’t booked your tickets, there’s still time. We’ll be revealing the cultural diversity in the room and contributing to the TechReflects study.
 

White Paper Research

Do you work in HR? We’re preparing a white paper on the intersection of company values, company culture and human identity. Complete the questionnaire and we’ll send you a benchmarking report as thanks.
 

PCI: The People & Culture Index

Not yet properly launched, but already taking many sign-ups: PCI is an anonymous data-collection project on real-world behaviours and cultural norms in the workplace, shaped by hundreds of interviews with HR leaders worldwide.
 

Getting B Corp Certified Made Easier

This Atlas product is taking off, with multiple customers (mainly in the UK) using it for their B Corp aspirations. As Andy Hawkins of Business on Purpose put it, it’s a “no-brainer”, safely and expertly collecting evidence for up to 15 B Lab 2.1 standards.

 3. Key Events 

Cultural Infusion Renews Media Partnership with Global Insight Conferences

Cultural Infusion, through its Atlas platform, is once again an official media partner of Global Insight Conferences for the 8th Annual Diversity & Inclusion Conference, taking place 10 September 2026 at The Copthorne Tara Hotel, London. Building on a successful partnership from the April 2026 edition, the collaboration will help elevate evidence-based, culturally intelligent insights for the 31+ senior D&I and HR leaders expected to attend. The one-day event tackles practical DEI strategy, from neurodiversity and psychological safety to measuring what matters in inclusion.
 

The Wellbeing Workout 2026, Brighton

Head of Culture & Engagement Kasia Hayward gives practical tools to bridge the gap between people data and real human experience in her keynote, "The CODE for Organisational Fitness: Designing Organisational Fitness through Culture, Opportunity, Data and Experience."

Melbourne Build Expo 2026

Cultural Infusion is once again a media partner for the Melbourne edition, and CEO Peter Mousaferiadis takes the stage to share thoughts on inclusion and culture in an industry that affects everyone. Free & open to the public.

 4. Voices of Cultural Infusion 


 5. Cultural Infusion Organisation 

Intern With Us!

The Cultural Infusion Internship and Fellowship Program is officially open, and this is your chance to gain real experience, real mentorship, and an internationally recognised cross-cultural training by one of Australia’s most awarded cultural organisations.
 

 6. Our Cultural Calendar 

Key dates across the world worth knowing about, and marking on your own calendar.

International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples | 9 August 2026

Representing less than 6% of the world’s population, Indigenous people speak the great majority of the world’s ~7,000 languages, protecting and enriching our shared human heritage. Last year Cultural Infusion proudly sponsored meals for 85 representatives of the Munduruku people of Pará, Brazil, who travelled more than 1,600km to COP30 in Belém. Mark the day with our range of Aboriginal cultural experiences led by First Nations presenters across Australia, or our professional learning workshop for educators.
Thanks for reading! Keep your definitions sharp, be well, and see you next month.


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Address: Suite 2, 273-277 Wellington Street, Collingwood VIC 3066

Cultural Infusion has its offices based on the ancestral land of the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation. We acknowledge and pay respect to the past, present and future traditional custodians and elders and the continuation of cultural, spiritual and educational practices of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples throughout Australia.

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WORLD | PWR | REFLECTING | Upon America’s Independence

[Edited extract from public address]

In 1976, I was just a four-year-old kid in Delhi, glued to our family’s small black-and-white television. 

I remember being completely mesmerized by the grainy, flickering images of the American Bicentennial fireworks. Growing up in India, a country deeply shaped by our own monumental struggle for independence, freedom wasn't just an abstract concept – it was the very air we breathed. To my young eyes, those distant flashes of light on a static screen felt like a universal celebration of human liberty that connected us all.

Today, on July 4, 2026, as America marks its 250th anniversary, that childhood memory feels more meaningful than ever. Serving as the Chair of the Parliament of the World’s Religions, I see how beautifully our global stories intertwine. The freedom we celebrate today isn't isolated; it is a shared human journey.

We see this truth so clearly in the profound connection between Mahatma Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. Gandhi's philosophy of Ahimsa (non-violence) and Satyagraha – soul force born from Indian spirituality – traveled across oceans to fuel Dr. King’s fight for civil rights in America. They showed the world that true freedom is inherently spiritual, and that our diverse faiths should move us to love and justice, never division.

The American experiment started 250 years ago with a bold commitment to religious liberty. Just like India’s rich spiritual landscape, it proved that a tapestry of different faiths can flourish together. On this Semiquincentennial, let's celebrate by recommitting to deep, mutual respect.

Jai Jinendra. May peace, harmony, and understanding guide our interconnected world.

Best regards,
Nitin Ajmera, Chair

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Parliament of the World's Religions (PWR)
Address: 70 East Lake St., Suite 230 Chicago, IL 60601 USA
Tel: (312) 629-2990

The Parliament of the World's Religions (PWR) acknowledges it is situated on the traditional homelands of the Bodéwadmik (Potawatomi), Hoocąk (Winnebago/Ho’Chunk), Jiwere (Otoe), Nutachi (Missouria), and Baxoje (Iowas); Kiash Matchitiwuk (Menominee); Meshkwahkîha (Meskwaki); Asâkîwaki (Sauk); Myaamiaki (Miami), Waayaahtanwaki (Wea), and Peeyankihšiaki (Piankashaw); Kiikaapoi (Kickapoo); Inoka (Illini Confederacy); Anishinaabeg (Ojibwe), and Odawak (Odawa).

PWR recognizes the region we now call Chicago remains home to a diversity of Indigenous peoples today and this land upon which we walk, live, and play continues to be Indigenous land.

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VIC | VMC | UPDATING | Community, News and Information | Wednesday 1 July 2026

[Edited extract from public address]

Welcome to the new financial year! There are several federal legislative changes taking effect from today, such as changes to the minimum wage to $26.44 per hour and the Government-funded paid parental leave increases to 26 weeks. 

Here in Victoria, the Victorian Small Business Commission launched the revised guidance on retail leasing and dispute resolution for small business today, making it easier for small business to start and to manage their businesses. The revised guideline includes 14 languages and is easily accessible for anyone using AI in language. Small businesses, as we all know, play a critical role in sponsoring community functions and events and their success underpin a society that is cohesive, connected and prosperous.

Despite the progress we continue to make, recent acts of hatred remind us that there is still work to do. My thoughts are with the Muslim community following the recent assault on a father outside a mosque in Hampton Park. Acts like these have no place in Victoria and remind us of our shared responsibility to foster respect, understanding and inclusion. I also welcome the timely launch last night of a national media awareness campaign, Report Islamophobia, by the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia. Initiatives like this help us better understand the experiences of Muslim Australians and strengthen a Victoria where everyone feels safe, respected and valued.

Today, the VMC’s Regional Advisory Councils (RACs) also conclude, as the new entity, Multicultural Victoria, takes shape following the Lekakis Review.  I would like to publicly express my appreciation for the contributions of all RAC members in my time as Chair, and all RAC members who have contributed since RACs began almost 15 years ago. Their insights also helped shape the 2025 Regional Advisory Forum Report, leaving a lasting legacy for multicultural Victoria. I encourage you to read my farewell message to RAC members, along with our media release marking this important milestone.

Together, these reflections continue to remind me that much of the work that strengthens our communities happens quietly. Every day, community leaders, faith leaders and volunteers generously give their time, wisdom and care, often without recognition or expectation of fanfare. It is impossible to comprehend a society without the work of these unsung heroes. 

That is why I encourage everyone to consider nominating an individual or organisation for the 2026 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence. These awards shine a light on the people whose leadership, service and commitment make a genuine difference in our communities. By recognising their achievements, we inspire others to continue to contribute and participate, and make Victoria a place where everyone belongs. 
Thank you, as always, for your continued commitment to strengthening our communities and enriching our multicultural state.

Warm regards,
Vivienne Nguyen AM, Chairperson

 

 News and events 

VIC | VMC | CALLING | Nominees for 2026 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence | nominations closing soon!

Nominations are closing soon for the 2026 Victorian Multicultural Awards for Excellence (MAEs). Now in its 25th year, the MAEs are Australia’s longest‑standing multicultural awards. The MAEs recognise individuals and organisations making outstanding contributions to Victoria’s multicultural communities and intercultural and interfaith understanding.

The 2026 MAEs include 13 categories: Victorian Multicultural Honour Roll, Premier’s Award for Intercultural Connection, Arts and Culture, Business and Employment, Media, Mental Health and Wellbeing, Prevention of Family Violence, Public Sector Diversity and Inclusion, Police, Refugee Leadership, Refugee Youth Leadership, Sport and Recreation, and Youth Leadership.

You may nominate any individual or organisation you believe deserves recognition.  Prior to nominating, please read the nomination guide. Nominations can then be submitted through the nominations portal.
For questions about the nomination process, contact the Awards team: awards@vmc.vic.gov.au

VIC | VMC | TOURING | Multicultural Film Festival 2026

The VMC is proud to present Multicultural Film Festival on Tour — bringing powerful, diverse storytelling to regional and metropolitan communities across the state.

This is your chance to:
  • Experience a wide range of perspectives on the big screen
  • Discover incredible films from emerging and established creators from multicultural backgrounds
  • Attend screenings at multiple venues across the state
  • Connect with filmmakers and fellow film lovers
Presented by the Victorian Multicultural Commission in partnership with Swinburne University of Technology and SBS.

AUST | OSECI | REPORTING | Islamophobia Campaign

The Office of Australia's Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia (OSECI) has launched the Report Islamophobia campaign to encourage Australians to recognise, report and respond to incidents of Islamophobia.

Reporting incidents helps build a better understanding of anti-Muslim hate, supports those affected, and contributes to safer, more inclusive communities. The campaign also encourages bystanders to report incidents they witness and stand in solidarity with those affected.

For more information and reporting resources, please visit the Office of the Special Envoy to Combat Islamophobia website.

AUST | AMFRT | WEBINAR | Multicultural Australia and the Economy | Monday 6 July 2026 | 12.30-2pm

The Australian Multicultural Foundation Research Trust (AMFRT) invites you to an online seminar exploring the role of multiculturalism in Australia's economic future.

Hear from leading economists, researchers and policy experts as they discuss migration, workforce participation, productivity, social inclusion and the impact of misinformation on public debate.
  • Where: Online. Registered attendees will receive the access link via email shortly before the event commences.
  • Cost: Free
  • Bookings: online via Humanitix

AUST | ABS | ADVISING | The Census counts everyone in Australia | Tuesday 11 August 2026

We need to hear from everyone because in the Census every answer matters to the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). 
  • Learn more. 
  • For help in your language call the Translating and Interpreting Service (TIS National) on 131 450.
 

VIC | GOV | OFFERING | Half-price public transport travel across Victoria

Public transport is now half price across Victoria, helping make travel more affordable for people getting to work, study, appointments, services and community events.

The discount applies to trains, trams and buses across the state, including regional services. It applies to both full fare and concession passengers, with the daily fare cap reduced during the discount period. Passengers do not need to apply. Simply touch on as usual and the half-price fare will be calculated automatically.
 

AUST | GOV | TRANSLATING | Practical ways to reduce household energy costs

The Australian Government has updated a suite of free translated energy guides to help households better manage their energy use, save money and access support when needed.

Available in 40 languages, the guides cover bright ideas for saving energy and money in your home, a renter’s guide to saving energy and water and guidelines on what to do if you are having trouble paying your electricity and water bills.
  • Languages include:
    • Arabic
    • Chinese (Simplified and Traditional)
    • Filipino
    • Greek
    • Hindi
    • Punjabi
    • Spanish
    • Ukrainian
    • Vietnamese
    • and many more.
  • Learn more

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Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)
Address: Level 6, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

VMC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country and pay our respect to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.

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VIC | VMC | GATHERING | Premier’s Multicultural Gala Dinner 2026 | Saturday 22 August 2026 | 5.30pm-11pm 

[Edited extract from public address]

A celebration of our rich and diverse community through conversation and connection with food and performance. 

On behalf of the Premier of Victoria, the Hon. Jacinta Allan MP, the Victorian Multicultural Commission is delighted to announce that tickets are now on sale for the Premier’s Multicultural Gala Dinner 2026 — an evening that honours the contributions of Victoria’s multicultural and multifaith communities. 

This year’s theme is Stories of Us celebrating the unique individual journeys, ancestry and migration narratives that combine to form our shared identity and a strong Victoria.

Kind regards,    
Vivienne Nguyen AM, Chairperson
  • Where: Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf VIC 3006
  • Dress code: Formal attire or cultural dress   
  • Ticket information: Tickets for this event are expected to sell out quickly, so please secure yours early. Tickets onsale until 11.59pm Friday 31 July 2026, unless sold out prior.
  • Cost: Community Rate $100; General Admission $175
  • Contact us : if you have any questions, please contact our team at vmcrsvp@fruitbowl.com.au 
  • Bookings: online via Humanitix

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Victorian Multicultural Commission (VMC)
Address: Level 6, 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne VIC 3000

VMC acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country and pay our respect to them, their culture and their Elders past and present.

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