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

Allegra Steven Marshall Launch
Commemorating the 75th anniversary of the ANZUS Treaty
  • 1 Sep, 2026 5:30 pm – 21 Jul, 2026 7:00 pm
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2026 Oration and Dinner with Andrew Roberts, Lord Roberts of Belgravia
  • 17 Sep, 2026
  • 6:30 pm – 10:30 pm
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ANZUS, Menzies and America: Sixth Annual Conference
  • 12 Nov, 2026 8:30 am – 13 Nov, 2026 5:30 pm
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Latest News

25 Aug, 2026

2026 Menzies Speech Competition Winners

2026 Policy Dialogue at Queens College
3 Aug, 2026

A Reflection on the Institute's 2026 Policy Dialogue: Dr Zac Gorman

Senator Jonno Duniam
27 Jul, 2026

Senator Jonno Duniam's speech on Conditions for a Successful Immigration Policy

8 Jul, 2026

Menzies attack to distract from Labor’s bad faith on defence

6 Jul, 2026

Q&A: Joseph Healy on Adam Smith

23 Jun, 2026

Registrations Open for the 2026 Barton Parliamentary Competition

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