Australia House Institute Inc. · Mornington Peninsula

Connecting and Celebrating the Mornington Peninsula

Australia House Institute Inc. is a not-for-profit organisation creating ceremonies and community events that bring fresh meaning to our national days and ancient celebrations. Now entering our third year, we bring people together in the Peninsula's most beautiful places.

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Our Story

Celebrating Three Years on the Peninsula

Australia House Institute Inc. was founded in 2024 with a simple vision: to give our community meaningful ways to gather, reflect, and celebrate together. From dawn services to sunset talks, our events honour place, history, and culture with care and protocol.

Thanks to the support of Mornington Peninsula residents, volunteers, and local partners, including national grant support for our Australia Day Ceremony, we are proudly entering our third year. We remain committed to enriching our region, one ceremony at a time.

What We Do

Ceremonies, Seasons & Community

Three pillars of our work on the Mornington Peninsula.

Mornington Youth brass band performing under the Australian flag at an outdoor ceremony

Ceremonies & National Days

Australia Day at Seawinds Gardens, Arthurs Seat, and ANZAC Day at Point King, created with respect, music, and protocol.

Australia Day · ANZAC Day

Speaker addressing guests under festoon lights at a Sunset Garden Talk

Seasonal Celebrations

The Winter Solstice Ceremony at Dromana and our Sunset Garden Talks, marking the rhythms of the year in beautiful outdoor settings.

Sunset Garden Talks · Winter Solstice

Community members gathering warmly at an outdoor ceremony among eucalyptus trees

Community Connection

Inclusive, welcoming events for residents, families, First Nations communities, and newcomers, delivered with local councils, businesses, and volunteers.

Our Community

In 2028 we will add Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations, growing to six signature programs each year.

Be Part of Our Next Ceremony

Whether you'd like to attend an event, partner with us as a local business, or join our volunteer team, there is a place for you at Australia House Institute Inc.

Contact Our Team