Dead to Rights^® : Retribution, a ground-up reinvention of the multi-million unit selling crime action series for the Xbox 360^® video game and entertainment system from Microsoft and PLAYSTATION^®3 computer entertainment system, developed by Volatile Games. Thrusting players into a mature neo-noir crime drama as a vice-cop Jack Slate and his canine companion Shadow, the game introduces new gameplay elements that unify the third person shooting and brawling genres for a brutal and relentless new action-driven experience.

How to Train Your Dragon: An IMAX 3D Experience

Enter the mythical world of burly Vikings and wild dragons this Easter school holidays in the magical new movie How to Train Your Dragon, screening in stunning IMAX 3D at IMAX Melbourne Museum. From the studio that brought you all-time favourites Shrek, Madagascar and Kung Fu Panda comes How to Train Your Dragon: An IMAX 3D Experience, the exciting new animated action comedy based on the book by Cressida Cowell. How to Train Your Dragon: An IMAX 3D Experience tells the story of Hiccup, a Viking teenager who doesn’t exactly fit in with his tribe’s longstanding tradition of heroic dragon slayers. Hiccup’s world is turned upside down when he encounters a dragon that challenges Hiccup and his fellow Vikings to see the world from an entirely different point of view. The cast includes Jay Baruchel, Gerard Butler, America Ferrara, Jonah Hill and Christopher Mintz-Plasse.

Release Date: 25 March, 2010

Tickets: $22.50 adults, $18.50 concession, $16.50 child, $68.00 family (2 adults & 2 children)

Alice in Wonderland: An IMAX 3D Experience

From Walt Disney Pictures and visionary director Tim Burton comes an epic 3D fantasy adventure Alice in Wonderland: An IMAX 3D Experience, a magical and imaginative twist on some of the most beloved stories of all time. Johnny Depp stars as the Mad Hatter and Mia Wasikowska as 19 year-old Alice, who returns to the whimsical world she first encountered as a young girl, re-uniting with her childhood friends: the White Rabbit, Tweedledee and Tweedledum, the Dormouse, the Caterpillar, the Cheshire Cat and of course the Mad Hatter. Alice embarks on a fantastical journey to find her true destiny and end the Red Queen’s reign of terror. The all-star cast also includes Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter and Crispin Glover.

Release Date: Now showing

Tickets: $22.50 adults, $18.50 concession, $16.50 child, $68.00 family (2 adults & 2 children)

Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D

Nine-time world champion surfer, Kelly Slater, and his big wave companion, Raimana Van Bastolaer will star in the first ever extreme surfing IMAX 3D movie. Scheduled for release at IMAX Melbourne Museum on 20 February, 2010, Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D was primarily shot in the Tahitian big wave environment known to watermen around the world as Teahupoo. Directed by award-winning director Stephen Low and his team of in-water and airborne cameramen, Ultimate Wave Tahiti 3D captures the incredible power, majesty and danger of the most treacherous ocean waves in the world. With a reputation as the greatest surfer of all time, Slater showcases his surfing talent and flair on the giant IMAX 3D screen as he teams up with local legend Van Bastolaer to take on Teahupoo.

Release Date: Now showing

Tickets: $17.50 Adult, $14 Concession, $12.50 Child, $50.00 family (2 adults & 2 children)

Winter School Holidays 2010

Titanic 3D: Ghosts of the Abyss

Academy Award-winning director and master storyteller James Cameron takes moviegoers back to his greatest inspiration – the legendary wreck of the Titanic. Titanic 3D: Ghosts of the Abyss returns to the world’s third largest screen this winter school holidays to coincide with the new Melbourne Museum blockbuster exhibition –Titanic: The Artefact Exhibition, opening on 14 May, 2010. Titanic 3D: Ghosts of the Abyss provided a unique training ground for Cameron to learn the 3D filming techniques that he later applied to the highest grossing motion picture of all time, Avatar. With a team of the world’s foremost historic and marine experts and friend Bill Paxton, Cameron embarks on an unscripted adventure to the watery grave where over 1,500 souls lost their lives almost a century ago. Using state-of-the-art technology developed expressly for this expedition, Cameron and his crew are able to explore both inside and outside the wreck of the Titanic. With advanced 3D photography, moviegoers experience the ship as if they are part of the dive team, travelling deep below the surface of the ocean and far inside the ghostly shipwreck. Made especially for IMAX 3D theatres, Cameron and his team reveal the ship as it has not been seen since the sinking almost one hundred years ago, and explore why the legendary vessel – more than any other shipwreck – continues to intrigue and fascinate the public.

Release Date: May 13, 2010

Tickets: $17.50 Adult, $14.00 Concession, $12.50 Child, $50.00 Family (2 adults & 2 children)

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IMAX Melbourne Museum, Rathdowne Street, Carlton.  Films screen daily from 10.00am. For session times visit www.imaxmelbourne.com.au or call 03 9663 5454

Guitar Hero 5, the latest instalment of popular and well-known game Guitar Hero, is now available for download from the Australian Ovi Store. 

Crank up the amps, step into the spotlight and prepare to command the stage on your mobile phone. Rock out to up to 20 of the hottest tracks from iconic rock bands including Blink 182, No Doubt, Nirvana, Sublime, Bush and David Bowie. Drive the crowd into a frenzy on lead guitar, bass guitar or drums.

 Guitar Hero 5 is available for download via the Ovi Store for AUD$12.00 – http://www.ovi.com/services/

Title:                            Mafia® II

Publisher:                    2K Games

Developer:                   2K Czech

Platform:                     PLAYSTATION®3 computer entertainment system, Xbox 360® videogame and entertainment system from Microsoft, Windows-based PC

OFLC Rating:              MA 15+

Release Date:              Spring 2010

Web Site:                     http://www.mafia2game.com

Product Overview:

From the developers of the award-winning Mafia comes Mafia II, a beautifully crafted look into the dark and unforgiving world of the Mafia. Expanding upon the original hit that captivated more than 2 million gamers around the world, 2K Czech takes players deeper into the Mafia with a mature and exciting experience that will immerse players like never before.

Powered by 2K Czech’s next-generation engine built specifically for Mafia II, players will experience the true evolution of the Mafia game that defined a genre. Gunfights, hand-to-hand combat and vehicular exploration feature new depth and dimension that allow players to experience the world of Mafia II in a way that will keep them coming back for more.

Storyline:

Born the son of a poor immigrant, Vito is a beaten down Italian American who is trying to escape the life of poverty that consumed his childhood. It was on the streets that Vito learns that joining the Mafia is the only route to wealth and respect for people of his standing. Wanting to escape the life of hardship that his father led, he dreams about becoming a “Made Man.”

A petty criminal his whole life, Vito, along with his childhood friend, Joe, will descend into the world of organized crime. Together, they will work to prove themselves to the Mafia as they try to make their names on the streets. Starting with low-level jobs like robbery and stealing cars, Vito and Joe escalate quickly up the Mafia family ladder…but the life as a wise guy isn’t quite as glamorous as it seems.

Features:                    

                                    ?    Immersive Gangster Experience: Through strong, authentic characterization, compelling narrative and stunning presentation, the mature storyline will make players understand the pull and impossible escape of life in the Mafia

• Action-Packed Gameplay: Take part in heart-stopping car-to-car chases, visceral hand-to-hand combat and intense gunplay, all of which come together to form a deep and engrossing gameplay experience
• Illusion Engine™: 2K Czech’s proprietary Illusion Engine, allows gamers to explore Empire Bay’s 10 square miles while transitioning from beautifully rendered outdoor environments to intricately designed interiors seamlessly without the need for loading times
• Authentic Portrayal of Mid-20^th Century America:  Experience an epic story set across two decades where the clothing, cars and advertising are meticulously created to replicate the feel of a ‘40s and ‘50s American city; as players progress through the eras the city and its elements will change to reflect the time period.
• Soundtrack Reflects the Mood of the Era:  Players will be immersed in the Golden Era of America as Mafia II features tracks from some of the era’s most influential artists

Developer

Information:               

As one of the premier game development studios in Central Europe, 2K Czech delivers beautifully crafted titles that entertain audiences around the world. A wholly owned 2K studio, 2K Czech houses its operations in both Prague and Brno and is currently developing Mafia II for the PLAYSTATION 3, Xbox 360 and Windows PC platforms. Drawing on the experience it garnered from working on the critically acclaimed Mafia and Hidden & Dangerous series, 2K Czech’s look at mob life in the 1950s will immerse gamers in the seedy criminal underworld that makes up Mafia II.

Alice in Wonderland (8.6/10)

Based on the creations of Lewis Carroll, the author responsible for Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass, director Tim Burton and writer Linda Woolverton create a wonderful modern interpretation of this magical classic. Even though references are made to the original story, this is more of a re-imagining of Through the Looking Glass and at times mirrors The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian with the fall of Wonderland and a touch of Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Interestingly enough, for a Tim Burton film, it’s quite subdued and not as whacky as some of his other films but even though it’s toned down, maybe because the name Disney is attached to it, it actually works quite well.

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AVG answers the question: How safe is online business banking? 

Melbourne, 3 March 2010. While businesses and consumers alike are attracted by the flexibility of online banking, it should be noted that this great tool carries inherent security risks. Consider that FBI Director, Robert Mueller, recently announced that he had been banned by his wife from using his online banking service after he nearly became the victim of a phishing scam.

Muller’s wife was probably right to be concerned. Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) research found 6 million people are exposed to scams and frauds during any given year, with over 800,000 falling victim in some way. The financial losses are of major concern – with almost $1 billion in losses.
Lloyd Borrett, AVG (AU/NZ) Marketing Manager said, “The use of the Internet by cyber-criminals to mass-market fraudulent schemes is unprecedented and increasing rapidly. Given that so many of these criminal perpetrators are not within easy reach of Australian law enforcement agencies, all businesses need to be more vigilant than ever, especially while banking online.”

For businesses, the threats posed by online banking may be more acute given the dangers associated with so-called “insider threats”. IT security experts have long contended that a company’s own staff pose a bigger criminal threat than external criminals. While this may no longer be accurate given the entry of organised criminal gangs in the mid-nineties and the resulting increasing sophistication of cyber-criminals, online banking certainly provides a new channel for these internal or external criminals to steal money or confidential information.

Recent research by AVG revealed that the number of financial transactions conducted over the Internet are on the rise, with 85 percent of people now using the Internet for shopping, and over two-thirds doing their banking online. The research also showed that fears about cyber theft are rising too, with 43 percent of those surveyed saying they felt more susceptible to cyber theft than burglary, assault or robbery.
Fears over cyber-crime are to be expected in the digital age, especially as 3 in 10 people have experienced fraudulent behaviour over the Internet, including fraudulent emails, credit card fraud, and unauthorised bank transfers. Despite these concerns, the AVG survey also revealed that approximately 30 percent of respondents did not feel they were taking adequate steps to protect themselves from fraudulent online activity.

Banks could also be doing more. For example, the use of drop-down menus as part of the log-in process can help defeat key-logging software. Criminals use this software to record key-strokes. Drop-down menus can not be recorded in this way as they are activated by the user’s mouse. Other approaches include external devices sent to customers which generate unique pin-numbers each time the user accesses their account.
There is general awareness of at least some of the risks associated with online banking, and knowledge of some of the tools that can be employed to combat it. The awareness and knowledge must grow on both sides and, most importantly, once gained should not be ignored.

What you need to know to protect your business against Cyber Theft

Q. What is Cyber Theft?

A. Cyber Theft is the term we use to describe financial loss or identity fraud that could happen to you as a direct result of entering personal information while on the Internet usually for the purposes of banking, shopping or gaming.

Q. How can I prevent Cyber Theft happening to me?

A. There are a number of steps you can take to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of Cyber Theft including:

1. Check that an Online Internet payment system has a padlock symbol displayed in either the bottom right-hand corner of the web page or in the address bar.
2. Never access an online payment system via a link contained in an email.
3. Never send money to people or organisations that you have not heard of.
4. Check the Electronic Money Association website – www.e-ma.org.
5. Make sure your Internet security software gives you comprehensive protection. AVG Internet Security Business Edition, was designed for this purpose and provides ideal protection.

Q. I already have antivirus software on my PC – does that mean I’m protected?

A. Not necessarily. Anti-virus software is designed to keep your computer protected against known viruses and spot unusual behaviour patterns that indicate unknown viruses – many of them are simply trying to disrupt or harm your computer in some way, and spread themselves to other computers. Most often they are not created for the purposes of committing Cyber Theft. The most common ways to commit Cyber Theft is with spyware or phishing.

Q. What is spyware?

A. Spyware is similar to a virus in that it is an unwanted program that runs unnoticed on your computer. Spyware ranges from adware (a nuisance, but comparatively low risk) through to surveillance software (scans your hard disk for private data such as credit card numbers, passwords and other personal information). This type of spyware then sends this information back over the Internet to the criminals that made the spyware.

Q. How does spyware get on to my computer? 

A. Your computer is most at risk from infection from spyware if you use file sharing applications such as music or video sharing software or web sites.

Often a fraudster will send an email containing malware (or malicious software) to an unsuspecting computer user. Once the email has been opened the malware will be automatically downloaded onto their computer. Malware can also be contained in downloads from the internet. Depending upon the type of malware it may enable the fraudster to capture personal information and passwords.

Q. How can I tell if I have spyware?

A. The whole point of spying on people is to remain undetected so they can collect referral fees on adverts or by exploiting and making use of stolen information like credit card numbers.

The very worst kinds of spyware are designed to operate in stealth mode in order to avoid being discovered. Unprotected PCs can often have several different types of spyware running at the same time. One visible sign that your computer may be infected with spyware is that it starts to become slow or prone to crashing. This is because spyware applications interfere with the computer’s operating system making it slow and unreliable.

If you have antispyware software installed on your PC, or a security suite that includes antispyware such as AVG Internet Security Business Edition, you can both scan for and isolate spyware that may be on your PC, stopping it from relaying information back to its fraudulent creator.

Q. What is phishing?

A. A fraudster will send an email to a large number of people claiming to be from a bank or other legitimate online business such as a shop or auction website. The email will usually contain a link to a fake but realistic, and credible looking website where the user will be asked to update personal information such as their passwords or account details which can then be used by the fraudster. Again, security suites that include anti-spam or anti-phishing components such as AVG Internet Security Business Edition can usually ensure that emails like this are moved to Junk or Spam folders in your email inbox.

Q. How common is Cyber Theft?

A. According to the results of an extensive independent survey of Internet users, as many as 3 in 10 people claimed to have experienced fraudulent behaviour over the Internet including fraudulent emails, credit card fraud and unauthorised bank transfers.

Q. Should I be worried?

A. The AVG study shows that Cyber Theft is one of the most feared crimes with people believing themselves more susceptible to online fraudsters than any other criminals. According to research, 87% of people admit they are worried about the threat of cyber theft. However, AVG is doing what we can to help you combat Cyber Theft, and there are other organisations working nationally to help deal with Cyber Theft.

Follow the advice above, keep your PC secure and protected (and that protection updated), and you should have little to worry about.

For more AVG security tips, see http://www.avg.com.au/resources/security-tips/.

In addition to following the advice above, every organisation needs a simple and powerful way to keep their business safe. AVG Internet Security Business Edition delivers complete protection for SMBs, businesses and enterprises seeking to protect their servers, workstations, networks and email systems. For more information, see www.avgatwork.com.au.

About AVG (AU/NZ) Pty Ltd — www.avg.com.au

Based in Melbourne, AVG (AU/NZ) Pty Ltd distributes the AVG range of Anti-Virus and Internet Security products in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. AVG software solutions provide complete real-time protection against the malware, viruses, spam, spyware, adware, worms, Trojans, phishing and exploits used by cyber-criminals, hackers, scammers and identity thieves. AVG protects everything important and personal inside computers — documents, account details and passwords, music, photos and more — all while allowing users to work, bank, shop and play games online in safety. AVG provides outstanding technical solutions and exceptional value for consumers, small to medium business and enterprise clients. AVG delivers always-on, always up-to-date protection across desktop, and notebook PCs, plus file and e-mail servers in the home and at work in SMBs, corporations, government agencies and educational institutions.

AVG products actively protect over 110 million users worldwide, including more than 3.6 million users in Australia and New Zealand.

AVG (AU/NZ) has more than 2600 resellers across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.

Integrated Offering Helps Consumers Easily Identify Trustworthy Sites When Searching the Web 

Melbourne, 3 March 2010 – AVG (AU/NZ) Pty Ltd, the Australian, New Zealand and South Pacific distributor of the award-winning AVG Anti-Virus and Internet Security software, announced today that VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN), the trusted provider of Internet infrastructure for the networked world, and AVG Technologies, developers of the world’s most popular free anti-virus software, have an agreement to display the new VeriSign Trust™ Seal within AVG LinkScanner® search results pages. For all web sites that are customers of the VeriSign Trust Seal, this feature is now available in the latest version of the AVG LinkScanner software, and over time, will enable tens of millions of consumers to more easily identify safe sites.

Last week, VeriSign announced the VeriSign Trust Seal, which includes authentication for business and domain control, daily scanning of web sites for malicious software and seal-in-search capabilities for customers. The announcement included details about VeriSign’s first third-party integration for seal-in-search with TheFind, an Internet shopping search engine. VeriSign intends to work with multiple third-party web sites and consumer client software vendors such as AVG Technologies to enable maximum benefit and availability for consumers.

By helping identify trusted sites within search results, the integration of the VeriSign Trust Seal into AVG LinkScanner’s real-time threat protection benefits consumers. When a user searches the web using AVG LinkScanner, sites that carry the VeriSign Trust Seal will appear in search results with the VeriSign trust mark. Displaying the seal differentiates the site’s link from other search results, communicating to consumers that the link leads to a site trusted by VeriSign, which can help drive increased traffic to online businesses.

“In our present era of multiple online threats, it’s hard for consumers to know which sites are safe to visit and which are best avoided, creating barriers for businesses as consumers shy away from online interactions,” said Fran Rosch, senior vice president of Business Authentication at VeriSign. “The integration of the VeriSign Trust Seal in AVG’s LinkScanner, which has more than 110 million active users worldwide, gives consumers additional protection when they go online, and leads to more visitors for online businesses.”

“Today’s bad guys are smarter and create threats that are more sophisticated, hiding in legitimate web sites that are sometimes poisoned for less than a day, which makes a real-time solution absolutely critical,” said Lloyd Borrett, Marketing Manager at AVG (AU/NZ). “Anti-virus software alone cannot address these threats. The VeriSign Trust Seal integration with AVG LinkScanner will help consumers protect themselves by enabling them to know what’s behind any web page and trust it, when it’s most critical – before they click. Adding the VeriSign seal delivers another layer of visibility into the health, security and safety of a site.”

The agreement is part of AVG Technologies’ new Global Strategic Alliances (GSA) group 2010 partner program focused on development, licensing initiatives and strategic partnerships in security, social media and the online community

AVG LinkScanner is free and is included as part of all AVG Anti-Virus and AVG Internet Security products. AVG LinkScanner can be used also as a free stand-alone product alongside other brands of anti-virus and Internet security software. AVG LinkScanner or AVG’s other free security products can be downloaded at www.avgfree.com.au.

The seal-in-search service is offered to all VeriSign Trust Seal customers. For more information, visit http://www.verisign.com/trust-seal/index.html.

About VeriSign

VeriSign, Inc. (NASDAQ: VRSN) is the trusted provider of Internet infrastructure services for the networked world. Billions of times each day, VeriSign helps companies and consumers all over the world engage in communications and commerce with confidence. Additional news and information about the company is available at www.verisign.com.

About AVG Technologies

AVG is a global security software maker protecting more than 110 million consumers and small businesses in 167 countries from the ever-growing incidence of web threats, viruses, spam, cyber-scams and hackers on the Internet. AVG has nearly two decades of experience in combating cyber crime and one of the most advanced laboratories for detecting, pre-empting and combating Web-borne threats from around the world. Its free, downloadable software allows novice users to have basic anti-virus protection and then easily upgrade to greater levels of safety and defence when they are ready. AVG has nearly 6,000 resellers, partners and distributors globally including Amazon.com, CNET, Cisco, Ingram Micro, Play.com, Wal-Mart, and Yahoo!

About AVG (AU/NZ) Pty Ltd — www.avg.com.au
Based in Melbourne, AVG (AU/NZ) Pty Ltd distributes the AVG range of Anti-Virus and Internet Security products in Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific. AVG software solutions provide complete real-time protection against the malware, viruses, spam, spyware, adware, worms, Trojans, phishing and exploits used by cyber-criminals, hackers, scammers and identity thieves. AVG protects everything important and personal inside computers — documents, account details and passwords, music, photos and more — all while allowing users to work, bank, shop and play games online in safety. AVG provides outstanding technical solutions and exceptional value for consumers, small to medium business and enterprise clients. AVG delivers always-on, always up-to-date protection across desktop, and notebook PCs, plus file and e-mail servers in the home and at work in SMBs, corporations, government agencies and educational institutions.

AVG products actively protect over 110 million users worldwide, including more than 3.6 million users in Australia and New Zealand.

AVG (AU/NZ) has more than 2700 resellers across Australia, New Zealand and the South Pacific.

PERFECT WORLD ENTERTAINMENT ANNOUNCES “FORSAKEN WORLD” COMING TO NORTH AMERICA

New Teaser Site Unveils Details of Upcoming Blockbuster MMO

March 2, 2010 – Redwood City, Calif. – Perfect World Entertainment Inc., a wholly owned US subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD), today unveiled the new teaser site for Forsaken World, confirming that this behemoth title will be coming to North America. Formerly developed under codename Project EM and previously announced in China, Forsaken World is an all new 3D fantasy MMORPG that breaks new ground by bringing together the best of eastern and western cultures.

“Forsaken World highlights our commitment to bringing the highest quality, free-to-play gaming experience to North America. We have been working with developers from around the world to create a new and exciting experience that aims/strives to appeal to players everywhere,” said Yoon Im, General Manager of Perfect World Entertainment. “We are very excited to be unveiling the teaser site for Forsaken World. This is our first game designed specifically with the Western market in mind and we have high expectations for its success.”

Features:

• 5 Distinct Races, each with their own in-depth narrative and history in Forsaken World – Stonemen, Elves, Dwarfs, Humans and the Kindred
• 8 Classes – Warrior, Protector, Assassin, Marksman, Mage, Priest, Vampire and Bard
• 11 Exciting Occupations to choose from including –  Socialite, Adventurer, Merchant, Collector, Arcanist, Botanist, Astrologist, Armorsmith, Bladesmith, Tamer and Alchemist
• Mini games related to Forsaken World  throughout the website
• The History of Forsaken World through videos, concept art, screenshots and more

For a sneak peek at Forsaken World, please visit the official website at http://FW.PerfectWorld.com

About Perfect World Entertainment

Perfect World Entertainment, a subsidiary of Perfect World Co., Ltd. (NASDAQ: PWRD), publishes free-to-play online games and provides online services in North America. The Company primarily publishes three-dimensional, or 3D, online games based on the Perfect World proprietary Angelica 3D game engine and game development platform. The Company’s releases include “Ether Saga Online,” “Jade Dynasty” and “Perfect World International,” a free-to-play MMORPG which is currently played by millions of people worldwide; and a single-player action-RPG “Torchlight.”

An exhibition celebrating the survival of the ancient culture of the Kurds features at the Immigration Museum from 16 March to 25 September 2010. 

Survival of a Culture: Kurds in Australia celebrates the distinctive culture of the Kurds and the ways in which the Kurdish community in Australia has revitalised their long-held traditions. The exhibition explores Kurdish culture through tattoos, music, dance and poetry, as well as in regional costumes and hand-woven crafts including carpets. 

“Moving to Australia has given Kurdish people the freedom to express an identity that is repressed in the countries they came from”, said Maria Tence, Community Exhibitions Manager. “The exhibition explores the ways in which the community celebrates its customs through the objects and images on display”. 

The origins of the Kurdish people trace back more than 10,000 years to Kurdistan in the northern regions of the Middle East. Following a long history of invasion and occupation, at the end of the first World War Kurdistan was divided among Iraq, Iran, Syria and Turkey, and Kurdish nationality and culture was suppressed. 

Despite these waves of invasion and displacement, Kurdish people managed to maintain their traditions. In Australia, these traditions are celebrated openly and freely, and as a result, Kurdish culture has flourished. 

Kurdish migrants began arriving in Australia from Turkey in the 1960s. In the 1980s and 1990s, Kurdish refugees came to Australia having escaped the Iran-Iraq War and the Gulf War. In recent years, Kurdish migrants have come as refugees from countries like Armenia and Georgia, countries where they had previously sought sanctuary. The largest Kurdish communities in Australia are in Sydney and Melbourne. In 2006 about 2000 Victorians claimed Kurdish ancestry, although the actual number is thought to be higher. 

“As Kurd-Australians, we are free to celebrate our ancient culture in our new home, and enjoy the peace and harmony that we have found in here”, said Twana Nwri a community representative. 

The Immigration Museum, through its Community Exhibitions, provides a forum for a community’s shared voices to tell their migration story. Community exhibitions are created by communities themselves with support from the Museum. The Community Gallery has been open for over 10 years, and has hosted more than 50 Community Exhibitions. 

Survival of a Culture: Kurds in Australia

Immigration Museum

16 March to 25 September 2010

Adults $8, Children and Concession FREE

Immigration Museum, 400 Flinders Street, Melbourne. Admission: Adults $8, Children and Concession FREE.

Open daily 10.00am to 5.00pm. Phone 13 11 02 or visit museumvictoria.com.au/immigrationmuseum