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Abbotsford Convent

Locality: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Phone: +61 3 9415 3600

Address: 1 St Heliers St Abbotsford 3067 Melbourne, VIC, Australia

Website: http://abbotsfordconvent.com.au/

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25.01.2022 An enormous thank you to every member of our community who kindly donated to our 'Sustain the Convent' fundraising appeal. Through such a very challenging time as we continue to navigate the impacts of the pandemic and changing restrictions for our precinct and community, we have been inspired and incredibly grateful for the generosity shown by so many individuals and valued partners. Thanks to the support of so many of you, alongside our amazing funding partner, the Lord Ma...yor's Charitable Foundation, we are thrilled to have surpassed our stretch target of $120,000. This is a very valuable contribution, providing direct and essential support to the Convent through this public health crisis and beyond. Your donations will go towards covering the ongoing essential extra costs we are incurring right now as a direct result of the pandemicincluding heightened site-wide cleaning regimes and increased securityas well as assisting us to support our tenant community. We remain humbled and heartened by the generous, caring spirit of the Convents donor communityand we are enormously grateful to be embarking on this next chapter of repair and regenerationwith your support. A heartfelt thanks from the Abbotsford Convent Foundation team and Board. https://bit.ly/SustainTheConvent Open Spaces 2016, Charlie Kinross

24.01.2022 Earlier this year, musical diva Hayley Tanzer kicked off her residency project at the Convent. Over the course of this residency Hayley produced a large-scale music video art installation and accompanying disco soundtrack. Designed as a hyper-colour, high-octane celebration of community, 'Disco Instamatic' will include performances by alternative queer artists. While she was here, Hayley also filmed the music video for her killer disco track 'Tango' in our Saloncheck it out!

23.01.2022 This December, we’re bringing together the many artists and creatives working across the precinct to showcase their locally made, handcrafted wares in the Convent Made pop-up shop. All sorts of homewares will be available, including jewellery, paintings, ceramics, and morehopefully taking a little pressure off your last minute Christmas pressy dash! Convent Made pop-up shop... 1-22 December 10am-4pm, Tue-Fri / 9am-4pm Sat-Sun Salon, main Convent building https://bit.ly/ConventMadePopUpShop PPS. If you’d like to meet some of the artists working and creating at the Convent, and explore inside their studios, head along to the Convent Made retail studio weekend, 4-6 Dec, Fri-Sun. https://bit.ly/2HOX2hM

23.01.2022 Were so fortunate to have passionate supporters like Abbotsford local, Simon, who are such a treasured part of the Convents community. Our supporters are people who love and cherish this place, and who are in a position to give so generously to see it survive and thrive. Simon is proud to be a matching partner for our Sustain the Convent appeal personally doubling the impact of your donations until 30 June! A heartfelt thanks to Simon (you are amazing) and to everyone who has made a donation so far! If youd like to be a part of supporting the Convent through COVID-19 and beyond, please donate today: https://bit.ly/SustainTheConvent

23.01.2022 Delighted to announce that our architects for the Magdalen Laundry Stage One restoration, WIlliams Boag, received an Architectural Award in the Victorian Architecture Awards 2020. The award, in the Heritage Architecture Category was for Creative Adaption of a Heritage Place. Read the full list of award recipients here: https://architectureau.com//2020-victorian-architecture-a/ Tony Miller

21.01.2022 Stage 1 Restoration Works of the Convent's Magdalen Laundry were completed in June 2019, with the north side of the Laundry now available for contemporary artistic activation and community use. At the completion of the works, Abbotsford Convent CEO Collette Brennan led a stimulating panel discussion with project team leaders Peter Williams from Williams Boag Architects; Evelina Ericsson from Heritage Victoria; and Cameron Jackson from FDC Construction. Listen to the full discussion, or read the transcript over on the Convent website: https://bit.ly/3odtOcH

20.01.2022 We're hiring! Applications to join the Convent's dynamic team as Producer are closing soon. With a natural aptitude for working with artists and a deep connection to the contemporary Australian arts and cultural sector, you will enjoy curating a program that makes meaning for our community, negotiating partnerships and contracts, coordinating event logistics, managing cultural programs to a high standard, and building relationships within the arts and cultural sector. If this sounds like you, head to our website to apply by 9am on Monday 30 November. https://bit.ly/ACF_WorkForUs 'Drop Deadly Gorgeous: The Pageant' for Midsumma Festival 2020. Photo by Suzanne Balding.

19.01.2022 "If you're sick of knitting and don't have the patience for sourdough, may we suggest a new creative iso hobby?" Time Out Melbourne If you are looking for a creative, tactile way to keep in touch with your nearest and dearest this Spring, the Convents Print Safari have you covered! Born out of a desire to keep people connected through craft, their 'Print Pals Lino Kit' comes with everything you need to create your own adorable set of postcards at home. And with 10% of sal...es being donated to Djirra, The Literacy for Life Foundation or Children's Ground, getting crafty has never felt so good!I Head to their website to order: https://www.byprintsafari.com/creativek/print-pals-lino-kit

19.01.2022 Ilona Topolcsanyi, co-founder of Convent-based Cone 11 Ceramics + Design Studio, believes that if food is the picture, the plate is the frame. With years of experience creating bespoke ceramics for some of Australias most notable chefs, Ilona is bringing her unique aesthetic to limited edition seasonal tableware with The Good Platecreated in collaboration with Australias oldest pottery, Bendigo Pottery. The Good Plates online store has launched, now giving you the opportu...nity to plate up all your delicious home-cooked (or restaurant-delivered) meals on unique Australian-made tablewarewith a percentage of sales going to Scarf, a not-for-profit organisation transforming young lives through hospitality. Every meal deserves a good plate. Visit The Good Plate website to beautifully frame your next meal and support an excellent cause to boot. https://www.thegoodplate.com.au/thegood-shop Jana Langhorst

19.01.2022 In the final artist video for Kids Home Publishing, meet venerable artist, John Wolseley. John takes us inside his delightfully messy studio and shares the making of his 8-page book 'How the Greedy Grub becomes a Darkling Beetle'. Watch here, or over on the Convent website: https://bit.ly/KidsHomePublishing Have you made your own 8-page book yet? Make sure you share it with us by sending to [email protected]... KIDS HOME PUBLISHING #ConventKids #KidsHomePublishing KIDS' HOME PUBLISHING Presented by Convent Kids and Kids' Own Publishing. Supported by the City of Melbourne COVID-19 Arts Grants and the City of Yarra.

19.01.2022 Meet Ruth, a proud monthly donor, and Abbotsford Convent Foundation Board member. Our monthly donors generously provide sustained support to the Conventhelping to ensure the precinct is protected, maintained and nurtured throughout the year. A very big thank you to Ruth, and all our monthly donorswe are so grateful for you! Consider transforming your donation into a recurring monthly gift, and join a passionate group of supporters committed to sustaining the Convent throu...gh COVID-19, and into the future. Donate before 30 June to double the impact of your support: https://bit.ly/SustainTheConvent

18.01.2022 Have you created a book for Kids Home Publishing yet? When your book is complete, share it online with #kidshomepublishing and #conventkids, or email [email protected]. And every Friday, a handful of newly-created books will be read aloud with Brigid in the Book Cubbyit could be your book!! This week's 'Brigid in the Book Cubby' features two new wonderful books, 'Four Months in 2020' by Sulia and 'Frank Yay!' by Stella. Sulia works with watercolours and Ste...lla was inspired by artist Bern Emmerichs's use of scratch paper. Head to the Convent website to check out the full program and watch all the videos: https://bit.ly/KidsHomePublishing KIDS' HOME PUBLISHING Six-week digital series,15 June 24 July #ConventKids #KidsHomePublishing Presented by Convent Kids and Kids' Own Publishing Supported by the City of Melbourne COVID-19 Arts Grants and the City of Yarra.

17.01.2022 Personally I love that it has parklands and walks along the river, but then its so close to the city, she says. We often will go for walks around the area after work or on our lunch breaks. Its got beautiful trails out the back of the convent along the river... Johanna Howe of Convent-based ethical fashion label Caves Collect spoke to Time Out Melbourne about the many wonders that our leafy pocket of Abbotsford has to offer. And while we're currently closed, many from o...ur creative community are still offering their beautiful wares onlineULO Australia, Print Safari, Ghost Wares and Ink & Spindle to name a few. So shop local, and support them however you can https://www.timeout.com//things-to-do/abbotsford-area-guide #ConventMade #MadeInMelbourne #ShopLocal

16.01.2022 The second video for Kids' Home Publishing is up! This week's video features Anna Walker, the much-loved award-winning writer and illustrator of books for children. Anna takes us inside her delightful studio at the Convent and shares the making of her beautiful 8-page book 'Beyond the Sea'. KIDS' HOME PUBLISHING... Six-week digital series,15 June 24 July https://bit.ly/KidsHomePublishing #ConventKids #KidsHomePublishing Presented by Convent Kids and Kids' Own Publishing Supported by the City of Melbourne COVID-19 Arts Grants and the City of Yarra.

16.01.2022 Thrilled to be presenting the first live event at the Convent post-lockdown TONIGHT, as part of Melbourne Fringe! 'Losing Touch' is a new performance work about touch in the age of physical distancing, created out of a long-distance collaboration between composer Antonia Barnett-McIntosh in Tmaki Makaurau and performance artist Sara Cowdell in Naarm. There are two performances in the Sacred Heart Courtyard tonight, Wednesday 25 November, at 6pm and 9pm. And there are a handful of tickets left, so be sure to get in quick sticks here: https://melbournefringe.com.au/event/losing-touch/

15.01.2022 Have you checked out Kids' Home Publishing? This delightful digital program will inspire kids to make their own 8-page books from homewith their own hands! Watch six local artists share their bright and beautiful book ideas and stories, and then start making! All you will need is paper, scissors, glue, and your grand imagination! All the videos are over on the Convent website: https://bit.ly/KidsHomePublishing... **Program extended until mid-September** KIDS HOME PUBLISHING #ConventKids #KidsHomePublishing Presented by Convent Kids and Kids' Own Publishing Supported by the City of Melbourne COVID-19 Arts Grants and the City of Yarra.

15.01.2022 It's NAIDOC Week 2020! This week, and always, Abbotsford Convent acknowledges the traditional custodians and caretakers of the land on which we work, the Wurundjeri people of the Kulin Nation, and pay respect to the Elders, past, present and emerging. We honour all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and express special gratitude to the artiststhe incredible storytellers, visual artists, weavers, dancers and musiciansof the longest continual culture on the planet... who inspire us. If you haven’t already done so, immerse yourself in Wurundjeri culture and voices with the self-guided Ngulu-nganjin Indigenous Sound Trail at the Convent. Developed by the Wurundjeri Tribe Land and Compensation Cultural Heritage Council Inc (the Council), Ngulu-nganjin features original soundscapes by Wurundjeri artist Mandy Nicholson, acclaimed Yorta Yorta Dja Dja Wurrung musician Dr. Lou Bennett AM, and Wurundjeri community. Have a wonderful #naidoc2020 everyone! Ngulu-nganjin Indigenous Sound Trail: https://abbotsfordconvent.com.au/tours/ Djirri Djirri dancers at Open Spaces 2018. Photo by Anne Moffat

15.01.2022 Our beautiful Flowering Almond (Prunus sp) is really showing off today! For our green thumbs out there, this tree is native to Iran and surrounding countries and a member of the Rose family #myconvent

14.01.2022 Convent resident radio station 3MBS Fine Music - Melbourne are celebrating 32 years of the 3MBS Victorian Young Performer of the Year Award! This Sunday 25 October at 2pm, join presenter Colin Fox as he delves into the archives of this prestigious music competition for special musical moments through the years. It's free to listen on 103.5FM

13.01.2022 In this weeks video for Kids Home Publishing, meet artist and disco queen Hayley Tanzer! Decked out in her dazzling intergalactic disco diva outfit, Tanzer takes us into her magical disco world at the Convent, where shes currently artist in residence, and shares the making of her very own 8-page book My Magical Dreams. Watch here, or over on the Convent website: https://bit.ly/KidsHomePublishing And have you made your own 8-page book yet? Make sure you share it with us!... KIDS HOME PUBLISHING Six-week digital series,15 June 24 July #ConventKids #KidsHomePublishing Presented by Convent Kids and Kids' Own Publishing Supported by the City of Melbourne COVID-19 Arts Grants and the City of Yarra.

13.01.2022 "I heard about this scientific discovery years ago and the story stayed with me as a beautiful illustration of how sometimes solutions to our biggest problems already exist somewhere in the mechanisms of nature." The Convent's Katheryn Leopoldseder (Leopoldseder Jeweller & Artist), recently spoke to Garland magazine about her beautiful work, the 'Crown of Alfalfa'. The piece honours the work of Mexican born nano-scientist Jorge Gardsea-Torresday; who discovered that Alfalfa m...ines alluvial gold, drawing it from the soil into its roots, stems and leaves. https://garlandmag.com/loop/drawing-out-the-gold/

13.01.2022 We're hiring! Abbotsford Convent is currently seeking a highly professional and exceptionally well-organised Producer to join our dynamic team. With a natural aptitude for working with artists and a deep connection to the contemporary Australian arts and cultural sector, you will enjoy curating a program that makes meaning for our community, negotiating partnerships and contracts, coordinating event logistics, managing cultural programs to a high standard, and building relationships within the arts and cultural sector. Applications close 9am on Monday 30 November. For more information and details on how to apply, head to our website: https://bit.ly/ACF_WorkForUs 'What Happened in Shanghai' by Victoria Chiu for Asia TOPA 2020. Photo by Gregory Lorenzutti

12.01.2022 Its the final day of our Sustain the Convent appeal, and we have been so very humbled and heartened by the support of our community. An enormous thank you to everyone who has generously donated so far. We will be making our way through this next chapter of repair and regeneration thanks to your support. If the Convent has ever been a place of connection and sanctuary in your world, and youd like to see it strengthened and sustained through this challenging time, its not too late to be a part of this. Please join us and donate by midnight tonight! https://bit.ly/SustainTheConvent

12.01.2022 Artists! Is it August already? Expressions of Interest to present work in Melbourne Fringe at the Convent this year close in a few weeks! In a post-COVID world, the Convents unique performance spaceswhich include numerous outdoor areas and heritage venues of various scalespresent an exciting opportunity to explore and reimagine how works and performances can be staged. So, if youve been iso-dreaming up an idea for a show, wed love to hear from you!... Applications close Sunday 23 August. For more info and to apply head here: https://bit.ly/3fxWTuL 'Quake' at Dance Massive 2019, photo by Gregory Lorenzutti

12.01.2022 Our engagement with nature has the power to change how we feel, and as we slowly emerge out of lockdown in Melbourne, more than ever we’re craving safe connection with each other, and with the outdoors. Help us adapt the Convent’s grounds for a COVID-Safe futureand bring more arts and culture from inside to outsideby donating to our Keep it Green appeal. All donations made will be matched, dollar-for-dollar (up to a maximum of $50,000) thanks to Creative Partnerships Australia’s Plus1! Please help us raise $50,000 by 31 December to access this amazing supportand protect and enliven our grounds in 2021. Learn more and donate here: https://bit.ly/SupportTheConvent Open Spaces 2018. Photo by Anne Moffat.

12.01.2022 In this week's video for Kid's Home Publishing, meet Mathew Gardiner, proud Wurundjeri educator. Mathew has taught Woi Wurrung, the language of the Wurundjeri people, to students in primary schools on the traditional lands of his people, and also ran Koorie Club for Aboriginal students incorporating language, stories, discussions and art. In this video, Mathew shares the making of his 8-page book 'Wilam-ik Biik-ik' (Home Country), using materials sourced from his very own ba...ckyard. You can watch Mathew here, or over on the Convent website: https://bit.ly/KidsHomePublishing Pssst. Have you made your own 8-page book yet? Make sure you share it with us! KIDS HOME PUBLISHING Six-week digital series,15 June 24 July #ConventKids #KidsHomePublishing Presented by Convent Kids and Kids' Own Publishing. Supported by the City of Melbourne COVID-19 Arts Grants and the City of Yarra.

11.01.2022 "The whole ceramic tradition is about trying to bring people together through food and through ceramics..." The Convent is home to over 120 studios with many wonderful independent artists and creatives working onsite. Last month, we took a sneak peek inside Cone 11 Ceramics + Design Studio in the Mercator building where we spoke to ceramic artists Ilona Topolcsanyi and Colin Hopkins about their beautiful work. Project supported by Yarra City Council... Video by Einwick Productions See more

11.01.2022 "Its been 15 weeks since The Boite announced Adapt, Not Cancel and its been a revelation to say the least..." Beat Magazine recently interviewed Convent tenant The Boite about their hugely successful online series 'Adapt, Not Cancel.' In this series Victoria's most celebrated multicultural music organisation converted many of their upcoming gigs online into a live stream format to adapt to the COVID-19 crisiscontinuing to support artists and share the joy of music with...out posing health risks to anyone. Read the article here: https://bit.ly/3fhATUE And check out upcoming events you can experience online here: https://bit.ly/2AACNAV

11.01.2022 Our plant of the month this August is the 'Acacia baileyana' or Cootamundra Wattle. For our green thumbs, this tree originates from the Cootamundra area and grows amongst Mallee vegetation on the South west slopes of New South Wales. It is very hardy, suited to most climates and soils and grows best in full sun. But do beware, the plant has become naturalised and has a tendency to become a weed so it shouldnt be grown near bushland. Sign-up to our What's On newsletter for more plant of the month goodness: https://abbotsfordconvent.com.au/sign-up-to-our-newsletters/ Mal Jackson

10.01.2022 We are all loving (and wearing) these bright and beautiful masks made by the Convent's ULO Australia. They're designed and manufactured right here in their studio using fabrics sourced from local market vendors in Africa (mostly remnants from their womenswear collection). Pre-order your mask here: https://www.uloaustralia.com/ulo-mask And 10% of all online sales will be donated to Beyond Blue

10.01.2022 Artists! Melbourne Fringe 2020 is happening this November, and were excited to invite Expressions of Interest for projects across all art forms. In particular were looking for works that respond to the new normal of our physically distanced world. The Convents unique performance spacesincluding numerous outdoor areas and venues of various scalespresent an exciting opportunity for artists to explore and reimagine how works and performances can be staged, and how audien...ces can safely watch, participate and engage with work. So if youve been iso-dreaming up a creative idea, we want to hear from you! Applications will close Sunday 23 August. For more info and to apply head here: https://bit.ly/3fxWTuL

09.01.2022 Its Include A Charity Week (7-13 September), and Abbotsford Convent Foundation is proud to be taking part in this social change campaign. IAC Week is designed to start more conversations about the importance of creating a Will, and the power of leaving a legacy gift to support the charities and not-for-profit organisations that you care about. Find out more about how you can honour your connection to the Abbotsford Convent and leave your mark on the future of the precinct. http://bit.ly/IACWeek #IncludeACharity #IACWeek2020 #GiftsInWills

09.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce that the Australian National Academy of Music (ANAM) will be joining the Convents vibrant community for up to the next three years! Empowering artists creative practices is one of the Convents core purposes and our passionate commitment to delivering engaging live music events is enduring. Our unique precinct will provide a nurturing environment for ANAM musicians and staff, and we look forward to showcasing the musicians skill and imagination ...and enhancing our existing live music offering for our community. ANAM plans to join the community in September and we are incredibly excited to welcome them to our home! Read more: https://bit.ly/30y01R7 Cameron Jamieson

09.01.2022 "...there's so many stories, and so much richness to get into... it's a really special place..." This week on Triple R - 3RRR 102.7FM's 'Mystifying Melbourne' program, presenter Aisha Pachoud spoke with Professor Stuart Kells, author and historian about his book 'The Convent, a city finds it heart.' The book tells the story of the precinct's rich history and the fierce seven-year-long community-led battle to save the site in the 1990s.... Stream the program online: https://www.rrr.org.au//13135-mystifying-melbourne-11-sept

09.01.2022 We’re beyond THRILLED to be reopening the Convent’s gardens and grounds to you from 7.30am tomorrow, Wednesday 28 October! To ensure the wellbeing and safety of our community, we'll be implementing our COVID Safe Plan adhering to government requirements for things like physical distancing and hygiene across the precinct. We thank you in advance for following guidance when you visit so that we all stay safe. We can’t wait to welcome you back to the Convent! ... https://abbotsfordconvent.com.au/visit/

09.01.2022 We are currently recruiting for two new Directors to join the Abbotsford Convent Foundation (ACF) Board. In particular we are looking for candidates with skills in marketing and communications, hospitality, or landscape/environmental design and sustainability. Head to our website for more information and details on how to apply. Applications close 12 October 2020. http://bit.ly/ACFBoard

08.01.2022 Artists! Expressions of Interest to present work in Melbourne Fringe at the Convent this year close next week. In particular were looking for projects that respond to the new normal of our physically distanced world. From intimate one-on-one gigs, to outdoor performances, or whatever you can dream upwed love to hear from you. Applications close Sunday 23 August. For more info and to apply head here: https://bit.ly/3fxWTuL

08.01.2022 It's the final 'Brigid in the Book Cubby' for Series One of Kids' Home Publishing. This week Brigid reads 'Hide and Seek with Potatoes' by Lotty and 'The Lonely Bear' by Oskar. We've had a wonderful time creating and sharing book ideas with you over the past six weeks! And it's not too late to get creative, just head to the Convent website to get started on your own 8-page books: https://bit.ly/KidsHomePublishing KIDS HOME PUBLISHING... #ConventKids #KidsHomePublishing Share your 8-page book creations with us by sending to [email protected] Presented by Convent Kids and Kids' Own Publishing. Supported by the City of Melbourne COVID-19 Arts Grants and the City of Yarra.

08.01.2022 For your daily caffeine (and carbs) fix, the Convent Bakery are serving up takeaway coffee, bread and pastries everyday from 8am-3pm in this delightful pop-up van in our car park on St Heliers Street

07.01.2022 This weekend, go behind-the-scenes and meet some of the talented artists and makers in the Convent’s creative community with the Convent Made retail studio weekend. Discover their inspirations, explore their studios, browse their crafts, and maybe purchase some beautiful items to fill this year’s Christmas stockings! Participating studios include Ink & Spindle, Cone 11 Ceramics + Design Studio, Ghost Wares, Leopoldseder Jeweller & Artist, Print Safari, Ghostpatrol, Be Hold Le...athergoods, Dragonfly Toys, ULO Australia, Monolog, Bangin Hangins and many more! Convent Made retail studio weekend 4 Dec, 5pm7pm / 5 & 6 Dec, 10am4pm More info: https://bit.ly/2HOX2hM PPS. You can purchase more handcrafted treasures made by the Convent’s creative community at the Convent Made pop-up shop which runs 1-22 December. https://bit.ly/ConventMadePopUpShop #conventmade

07.01.2022 Expressions of Interest to present work in Melbourne Fringe at the Convent this year close this Sunday 23 August! As Australias largest multi-arts precinct, we have a fantastic range of spaces to showcase your work. We're excited to read your submissions and discover what creative projects you have in mind! For more info and to apply head here: https://bit.ly/3fxWTuL 'HuRu HaRa' in Asia TOPA 2020, photo by Mathew Lynn

05.01.2022 Put your dancing shoes on and head down to the Convent for 10 weeks of FREE, energetic dance classes in the open air, led by local artists from Dancehouse, Melbourne and supported by Yarra City Council. There’s three class styles to choose from, including: an Action Lab for professional contemporary dancers; a Street Dance series for all levels; and a Family Freedance series for the whole family. We’re excited to sweat it out together after such a long time apart. ... Classes start 30 November, Let’s do this! https://abbotsfordconvent.com.au/event/freedance/ Anne Moffat

03.01.2022 We are incredibly grateful to have dedicated long-term supporters like Peter, such a valued part of the Convents community. By contributing untied donations for general purpose working capital, Peter contributes to a variety of critical Convent projects each year, enabling us to utilise his gifts wherever they are needed most at the time. Peter is a proud matching partner of our Sustain the Convent appeal, and believes there arent many places left standing that speak to the virtual history of Melbourne. To be a part of the Convents next chapter of repair and regeneration, please donate to our Sustain the Convent appeal today. https://bit.ly/SustainTheConvent

03.01.2022 We’re hiring! Are you an experienced and highly-motivated fundraising and development professional with exceptional grant writing skills? Do you love to deep dive into the research and analysis of fundraising, whilst also bringing your sophisticated relationship management skills to build and inspire a growing community of supporters? Do you have a passionate interest in arts, culture, and community wellbeing? You could be our next Senior Philanthropy Officer! Applications close 6 November. Find out more about the role at: http://bit.ly/ACF_WorkForUs Image: Open Spaces 2018, Anne Moffat

01.01.2022 Following a competitive tender process, Abbotsford Convent Foundation today announced international design studio HASSELL as Lead Consultant for the Abbotsford Convent Precinct Master Plan, to guide the precinct’s ambitious future. Through creative, holistic thinking and a structured, integrated design process, Hassell will collaborate with Abbotsford Convent Foundation, its diverse stakeholders, and the broader community to build on the qualities of the unique precinct; crea...ting a place that even more people love; and finding new and exciting ways to connect people, events, histories, stories and landscapes. ACF Chair Victoria Marles said, An updated Master Plan will provide a comprehensive, integrated vision for the Convent’s future. As we reimagine the world we will live in through and post the pandemic, there has perhaps never been a more vital time to undertake this strategic visioning. I am thrilled that Hassell will be leading this project, bringing together the best designers and thinkers in a unique, collaborative process that will have a lasting impact on the precinct for years to come. Read the full media release here: https://bit.ly/34UGTA3

01.01.2022 "I love the opportunity to open my studio and invite people in and share... to show my process and what goes on here." The Convent is home to over 120 studios with many wonderful independent artists and creatives working onsite. Last month, we had the opportunity to take a sneak peek inside artist David Booth's studio in the Sacred Heart building where we spoke to him about his work, inspirations and creative process. Follow David's work at Ghostpatrol.... Project supported by Yarra City Council Video by Einwick Productions

01.01.2022 We are thrilled to announce that one of our amazing partners, the Lord Mayor's Charitable Foundation, has just committed an extraordinary $50,000 towards our Sustain the Convent appealinspiring us to double our fundraising goal to $120,000! We remain inspired and incredibly grateful for the generous support shown by so many individuals and valued partners in our community through this very challenging time. An enormous thanks to everyone who has donated so far. There are just a few days left until 30 June. If you would like to be a part of the Convents next chapter of repair and regeneration, donate today to help us reach our ambitious $120,000 goal by 30 June, doubling the community impact of this important appeal: https://bit.ly/SustainTheConvent Open Spaces 2018, Anne Moffat

01.01.2022 In this week's video for Kids' Home Publishing, meet Bern EmmerichsMelbourne based studio artist whose diverse practice includes painting, mosaic, design and public art. Bern takes us inside her delightful studio and shares the making of her colourful 8-page book 'Nonamenag and her Heavenly Home' which features illustrations of the Convent's very own buildings and grounds. Watch here, or over on the Convent website: https://bit.ly/KidsHomePublishing Have you made your own 8-...page book yet? Make sure you share it with us by sending to [email protected] KIDS HOME PUBLISHING #ConventKids #KidsHomePublishing Presented by Convent Kids and Kids' Own Publishing. Supported by the City of Melbourne COVID-19 Arts Grants and the City of Yarra.