Italy in the World. Science and Technology Awards
The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation has established three awards aimed at Italian and foreign researchers and innovators who have distinguished themselves in the promotion of science and technology and in the promotion of international cooperation. The Embassy of Italy in Canberra and the Consulate Generale of Italy in Melbourne call for […]
Read moreCeremony to award the distinction of Kight of the Order of the Italian Star to Gönül Serbest, Commissioner for Victoria to Europe
Consul General Hanna Pappalardo awarded Gönül Serbest, Commissioner for Victoria to Europe, the distinction of Knight of the Order of the Italian Star. It was an important opportunity to reaffirm the strong friendship and cooperation between Italy and Victoria. To watch the video of the ceremony click here.
Read moreVisit to Melbourne of the Chief Representative of the Bank of Italy based in Japan and responsible for the Indo-Pacific, Andrea Gerali
The Chief Representative of the Bank of Italy based in Japan and responsible for the Indo-Pacific, Andrea Gerali, visited Melbourne. The visit was facilitated by the Embassy of Italy in Canberra with the support of the Consulate General of Italy in Melbourne. Gerali was hosted by the Victorian Chamber of Commerce and Industry, in cooperation […]
Read more2023 National Conference Sister Cities – Linking the World Together
Consul General Hanna Pappalardo attended together with the Consul General of the United States, Kathleen Lively, and the Consul General of Japan, Junji Shimada, the 2023 National Conference Sister Cities – Linking the World Together hosted by the City of Wyndham. In her speech, the Consul General highlighted the role of the diplomatic-consular Corps in […]
Read moreAnnual Antarctic Season Opening in Hobart (Tasmania)
Upon invitation of the Lord Mayor of the City of Hobart, Anna Reynolds, Consul General Hanna Pappalardo attended, on behalf of Ambassador Paolo Crudele, the Annual Antarctic Season Opening in Hobart where she delivered the keynote address. The address was focused on the scientific cooperation between Italy and Australia, leveraging the role of Hobart as […]
Read moreItalian Film Festival in Melbourne (21 September – 18 October 2023)
Consul General Pappalardo attended the opening night of the Italian Film Festival. The Festival is organized Australia wide annually by “Palace Cinema” and presented in cooperation with the Embassy of Italy in Canberra and the Italian Cultural Institutes in Sidney and Melbourne. Taking place in Melbourne from 21 September to 18 October 2023, it is […]
Read moreXXIII Week of the Italian Language in the World (15-19 October 2023)
The Week of the Italian Language in the World is back. Under the high patronage of the President of the Italian Republic, its motto is: „Italian and Sustainability“ and is carried out in collaboration with the Italian Cultural Institute in Melbourne, CO.AS.IT Melbourne, Dante Alighieri Society Melbourne and COMITES Victoria and Tasmania. To check out […]
Read morePassing of former President of the Italian Republic, Senator Giorgio Napolitano
The Consulate General of Italy in Melbourne mourns the passing of former President of the Italian Republic, Senator Giorgio Napolitano. For those wanting to express their sympathy a virtual book of condolence has been opened at melbourne.pa@esteri.it and will remain open until 26/09/2023.
Read moreVisit of Ambassador Paolo Crudele to Melbourne
Ambassador Paolo Crudele just concluded a new visit to Melbourne. Accompanied by Consul General Hanna Pappalardo he met with the new Governor of Victoria, H.E. Professor Margareth Gardner, with the Director of the Victorian State Office, Australian Government Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, Timothy Kane, & with the new CEO of the Australian Grand […]
Read moreMeeting of Consul General Hanna Pappalardo with the Victorian Government
Consul General Hanna Pappalardo attended together with the Consular Corps in Melbourne a meeting with the Premier of Victoria, Daniel Andrews, and the Treasurer of Victoria, Minister for Industrial Relations, Trade and Investment, Tim Pallas, hosted by Minister for Housing and Multicultural Affairs, Colin Brooks. Great opportunity to discuss shared priorities while reaffirming the importance […]
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