The second meeting of EBC took place at the Melbourne Savage Club, Bank Place, Melbourne. It turned out to be a marvellous venue with just the right atmosphere and historical background. Established in 1894 ‘the Club was based upon an appreciation of music, art, drama, science and literature.’ It has had a distinguished membership, including Sir Robert Menzies who was its president 1947-1962. We had a private meeting room with a young Robert Menzies looking down on us from a prominently placed portrait. Continue reading →

The foundational meeting for the Edmund Burke’s Club (Australia) Inc took place on the 24th of August 2012. There were nine people present on this momentous occasion, a pleasing number given that we had done very little promotion of the Club beforehand. Quite a few emailed their apologies, saying they will be sure to attend the next meeting in November 2012. The interest and eagerness of those present was keen. Continue reading →