Irish Support Victoria

02/06/2026

Morning Tea & Social Catch-Up at Gaelic Park

Join us for another friendly morning tea and social catch-up at Gaelic Park! Whether you're reconnecting with old friends or meeting new members of the Irish community, everyone is welcome for a cuppa, a chat, and some good company.

🗓 Monday, 15 June 2026
🕥 10:30am – 12:30pm

📍 Gaelic Park, 324 Perry Road, Keysborough VIC 3173

💚 $5 contribution (includes tea and light refreshments)

We look forward to seeing you there!

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27/05/2026

Last week, we shared a very special Tuesday Lunch at ISV as we celebrated the birthday of Christianne Etheve-Scanlon, a valued member of the ISV Committee Board who has dedicated decades of care, passion, and service to our community. ️

For many years, Christianne has lovingly led our Tuesday Lunch gatherings and has been the heart of the kitchen as our wonderful chef. Her dedication goes far beyond preparing meals, she has helped create a warm space where Irish people can come together, share stories, friendship, laughter, and feel a sense of home away from home.

At ISV, Tuesday Lunch is about much more than food. It is about connection, community, and keeping the Irish spirit alive through the simple traditions of sharing tea, conversation, and caring for one another.

We are incredibly grateful to Christianne for the kindness and warmth she continues to bring to our community.

Everyone is welcome to join our weekly Tuesday Lunch gatherings every Tuesday from 11am, we would love to see you!

29/04/2026

Join us again this Thursday for our Home from Home gathering️!

After a lovely morning last week, we’re back with another relaxed and welcoming space for Irish parents and little ones to connect, play, and unwind.

🗓 Thursday, 30 April 2026
🕙 From 10:00am to lunchtime
📍 Irish Support Victoria Office, 440A High Street, Northcote

Expect a cosy morning of chats, cuppas, playtime, and a gentle mix of music, storytelling, and a few lullabies to keep the little ones engaged 💚

Whether you’re new or a familiar face, you’re very welcome to join us.

20/04/2026

Join us this Thursday for our Home from Home gathering, a relaxed and welcoming space for Irish parents and little ones to come together.

🗓 Thursday, 23 April 2026
🕙From 10:00 am to lunchtime
📍Irish Support Victoria Office

It’s a lovely opportunity for children to play, connect, and have fun, while parents can enjoy a chat and a cuppa. There will also be music and story time to keep the little ones engaged throughout the morning.

Whether you’re new or a familiar face, you’re very welcome to join us.☘️

14/04/2026

A heartfelt go raibh míle maith agat to An Pobail at the Antique Bar in Elsternwick for their incredibly generous donation and ongoing support.

An Pobail is a beautiful celebration of Irish storytelling culture, where stories, music and poetry come together to connect people and community. Held on the last Thursday of every month, it’s a special space that keeps tradition alive while creating something new and meaningful here in Melbourne.

We’re so grateful to be part of a community that values connection, culture and storytelling in such a genuine way.

If you haven’t experienced it yet, we highly recommend it. You can find out more here: https://www.instagram.com/anpobail/

10/04/2026

Free AFL Tickets for Irish Passport Holders!

A special match between Melbourne and Brisbane on Saturday, 19 April will be held in honour of Irish legend Jim Stynes - with an Irish-themed celebration taking place in Yarra Park before the game.

🎟 Free entry for Irish passport holders
Simply show your passport (or a photo of it) at MCG Gate 3
Expired Irish passports or UK passports are also accepted

Friends and family without an Irish passport are very welcome to attend, with tickets available for purchase as usual.

This is a wonderful opportunity to come together, celebrate community, and enjoy a great game of footy 💚 ☘️

📩 For any enquiries, please contact Melbourne FC directly at [email protected]

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10/04/2026

Morning Tea & Social Catch-Up Gaelic Park!

Come along and join us for a relaxed morning tea and a friendly catch-up! It’s a great chance to reconnect with old friends and meet new faces in the community.

🗓 Monday, 27 April 2026
🕥10:30 am – 12:00 pm
📍Gaelic Park, 324 Perry Road, Keysborough, 3173

$5 contribution (includes tea & light refreshments)

We’d love to see you there for a cuppa and a chat! Comhaltas MelbourneCeltic Events Australia3ZZZ Irish Radio Program. Glór na Ngael. Voice of the Irish

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30/03/2026

Today marks an important milestone for us at what has long been affectionately known as “the bureau.” We have farewelled our former name, IASRB (Irish Australian Support and Resource Bureau), and are proud to introduce our new identity as Irish Support Victoria (ISV). Alongside this change, we have launched our new website at www.irishsupportvictoria.org.au

Rebranding is never a simple process, particularly for a members based organisation with such a strong legacy in the community. This new chapter represents both a continuation of our purpose and a step forward in how we connect with our community.

As a not for profit organisation, we are deeply grateful for the generosity and dedication of our volunteers. This rebrand was made possible through the exceptional work and goodwill of Sean McCaul from Citizen By Design. Sean’s professionalism, creativity and generosity have been, quite simply, invaluable. We're sincerely grateful for the time and expertise he has so kindly donated to us. Thank you Sean.

Now the fun begins!

24/11/2025

It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Sheilah Arneson, who passed away on 20th of November 2025, aged 81. Sheilah was a cherished friend and a great supporter of IASRB, remembered for her kindness, warmth, and dedication.

Funeral Service
Friday, 28 November at 1:30pm
Our Lady Help of Christian Catholic Church, Eltham
A private cremation will follow.

The family invites those attending to honour Sheilah by wearing bright colours, reflecting her joyful spirit. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Mary MacKillop Today Highways and Byways project.

For more information regarding the funeral and donation details, please visit:

Sheilah Arneson died on 20 November 2025 aged 81 years.