Introducing the Robert Menzies Institute

The Robert Menzies Institute is a prime ministerial library and museum that honours the life of Australia’s longest-serving Prime Minister, bringing alive the spirit of a great Australian for a new generation.

The Institute celebrates the timeless principles championed by Sir Robert Menzies, such as the freedom to flourish within a vibrant democracy and applies them to the challenges of today.

The Institute is independent and non-partisan. It was established in 2021 by the Menzies Research Centre and the University of Melbourne.

Introducing The Robert Menzies Institute

About Sir Robert Menzies

Book Of The Week

Week 199: The Historic Test
Week 198: Pacifism is Not Enough

Upcoming Events

Sydney Launch of ‘The Menzies Legacy: Ideals, Change, Procession, 1960s and Beyond’
  • 23 Feb, 2026
  • 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
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Latest News

Democracy is a living spirit
26 Jan, 2026

Democracy is a living spirit, and ours needs tending

Policy Paper: Conditions for a Successful Democracy
15 Jan, 2026

Policy Paper Release: Conditions for a Successful Democracy

16 Oct, 2025

Julian Leeser launches 'Fancies I Dare Not Speak: The Hidden Verse of R.G. Menzies'

29 Sep, 2025

Radio Interview: Dr Zachary Gorman discusses 'Unity in Autonomy: A Federal History of the Founding of the Liberal Party' on Radio Northern Beaches

Toby Young delivering the 2025 Menzies Oration in Melbourne.
25 Sep, 2025

2025 Menzies Oration by Toby Young, Lord Young of Acton

15 Sep, 2025

Menzies's Return from the U.K., 1935

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