We live surrounded by material things. Some are mundane and utilitarian, others exotic objects of desire, but all our belongings have something to say about who we are and how we live. Objects reflect both culture and history. Individually and collectively, they shape our lives, link us to others and connect us to the past. […]
The Old Treasury building is one of very few gold rush buildings still in use in the city. This monthly tour will showcase the exhibitions, including the beautiful building. See areas of the building inaccessible to the general public, including the Executive Council Chamber. This historic room is where the Governor of Victoria has met […]
Rare Disease Day is a globally coordinated movement dedicated to rare diseases, striving for equity in social opportunities, healthcare, and access to diagnosis and therapies for people living with a rare disease. Since its creation in 2008, Rare Disease Day has played a crucial role in building an international rare disease community—multi-disease, global, and diverse, […]
Every three days, an Australian is diagnosed with a Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome. The aim of National Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Awareness Week is to raise awareness of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes and their impact on patients and families, increase an understanding of the work of Maddie's Visit and the services offered, and to seek […]
Every three days, an Australian is diagnosed with a Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome. The aim of National Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Awareness Week is to raise awareness of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes and their impact on patients and families, increase an understanding of the work of Maddie's Visit and the services offered, and to seek […]
Every three days, an Australian is diagnosed with a Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome. The aim of National Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Awareness Week is to raise awareness of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes and their impact on patients and families, increase an understanding of the work of Maddie's Visit and the services offered, and to seek […]
Every three days, an Australian is diagnosed with a Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome. The aim of National Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome Awareness Week is to raise awareness of Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes and their impact on patients and families, increase an understanding of the work of Maddie's Visit and the services offered, and to seek […]
March is Lymphoedema Awareness Month, and Old Treasury Building is lighting up in blue and teal to raise awareness of lymphoedema. Lymphoedema is the term given to swellingresulting from malfunction of the lymphatic system. It impacts adversely on the physical, emotional, social and financialwellbeing of people living with the condition. #ShineALightOnLymphoedema #ShineALight #Lymphoedema #WLD Old […]
Kidney disease is projected to become the 5th leading cause of death worldwide by 2050, rising from the 18th leading cause in 1990. Sadly, 1.8 million Australians are completely unaware they are living with kidney disease. As they progress toward kidney failure, many of these people will either require a transplant or kidney dialysis to […]
The Museum of Australian Democracy is excited to work with The Old Treasury Building to present an online Teacher Professional Development: Media Literacy and Political Cartoons in the classroom. This online session will provide tips and resources to help you use political cartoons in the classroom to build students' media literacy skills. Join discussions about how […]
