Discover the story of local immigration after World War II until the late 1970s through photographs, artefacts and personal accounts of those who settled in the Oakleigh area.
This exhibition captures an era of transformation, celebrating the resilience and contributions of migrant communities which shaped modern Australia.

Venue: Monash Federation Centre (enter via double glass doors on north side of building), 3 Atherton Road Oakleigh.
When: Tuesdays from 10 am to 2 pm
Dates: Tuesday 17 March 2026 until Tuesday 24 November 2026.
Entry: Free. Bookings are not required unless you are a group. (See contact details below.)
Parking: There is free parking around Warrawee Park and Drummond Street Oakleigh.

For informatio/contact: email [email protected]

History Monash acknowledges the impact of migration upon Australia’s First Nations people as well as their enduring connection to place. We formally acknowledge the Traditional Owners and Custodians of the land on which we work and we pay our respects to Indigenous Elders past, present and emerging.

Photo credit: The SS Australis of the Chandris line was the last ship to carry government-assisted migrants to Australia. Source: ssmaritime.com