FROM OUR SPONSORS
A Look into Peugeot’s Brand Heritage
Proud partner of the 2023 Bastille Day French Festival
The Lion has been the PEUGEOT emblem since 1858. Explore the history of our logo as we travel through the years, culminating in the reveal of the new logo.
Peugeot 308 Driven by Allure
Bouygues: The Metro Tunnel in 2022
As part of the CYP Design & Construction Joint Venture, Bouygues Construction Australia, Lendlease, and John Holland are building the Metro Tunnel Project in Melbourne, creating a new end-to-end rail line from Sunbury in the west to Cranbourne and Pakenham in the southeast, with bigger and better trains, next generation signalling technology and 5 new stations. We started running test trains through the Metro Tunnel this year, but let’s take a look back at everything our incredible project teams achieved in 2022 to set the stage for our biggest year yet.
Terroir and Tradition – The Delights of the Victorian Countryside
Explore the rich French cheese making culture of the Victorian countryside with Long Paddock Cheese. Discover how their unique blend of French and Australian influences produces cheese which is the perfect blend of terroir and tradition. This is an inspiring story of how French savoir faire and Australian natural produce come together in Castlemaine, and of the team dedicated to sharing their passion and knowledge with the community.
This film is made possible thanks to the generous contribution of the Soutien au Tissu Associatif Français.
You say you want a REVOLUTION! A Guided Tour of Château de Purnon
What hints does Château de Purnon give us to the causes of the French Revolution and what happened to the lives of those living here during this time?
Château de Purnon is an 18th century château located south of the Loire Valley in France. Practically preserved intact since its construction was completed in 1788, sadly today the Château is in serious peril requiring an enormous restoration project to save it from ruin. In 2020 Melbourne couple Tim Holding and Felicity Selkirk purchased Château de Purnon after a ‘coup de foudre’ and have been working tirelessly for the last three years to safeguard this extraordinary property and its domain.
Join Tim and Felicity as they take you on a tour of their extraordinary property, the 18th century Château de Purnon, just south of the Loire Valley in France. During this tour they will share with you the remarkable history of the Château, give you an exclusive look behind the doors of some of the Château’s 105 rooms and give an insight into what the Revolution meant for this Chateau!
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A Conversation with Château de Purnon
Thursday 6 July, 8:00 PM
Instagram Story Live
Château de Purnon is an 18th century château located south of the Loire Valley in France. Practically preserved intact since its construction was completed in 1788, sadly today the Château is in serious peril requiring an enormous restoration project to save it from ruin. In 2020 Melbourne couple Tim Holding and Felicity Selkirk purchased Château de Purnon after a ‘coup de foudre’ and have been working tirelessly for the last three years to safeguard this extraordinary property and its domain. The restoration project is currently underway and involves a complete restoration of the Château roof and facades. Their journey has been full of ups and downs whilst living in the Château and navigating this enormous project.
Watch the recording of our live conversation with them on instagram, directly from the stunning Chateau itself as we find out what Chateau life is like, what it’s like as Australians to move to a small French village, the challenges and rewards of restoring a Chateau and how French life is treating these two Melbournians.
listen to the conversation
Noria and the Parisians
Sit back, relax and enjoy the live set by Noria Letts and her band the Parisians – Peter Baylor (guitar), Dave Evans (accordion), Nick Haywood (bass) Phil Collings (drums) – compiled from the Paris Cat in September 2022. Featuring Noria’s gypsy jazz takes on French classiques from the gold age of chanson through 60’s Ye Ye hits and some contemporary gems as well, this will be the perfect soundtrack to enjoy at home.
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AFTV Video Competition
Cheer the next generation of young French learners on as they explore the Francophone world.
Bastille Day Competition
The AFTV has organised the Bastille Day Video competition with a twist this year. Students in Years 5 and 6 and 7 and 8 were asked to create a promotional video on how Bastille Day (la fête nationale/le 14 juillet) is celebrated in a French city/town of their choice. Their video should
- entice students from all around the world to come experience Bastille Day in their chosen city/town.
- to inform students about why Bastille Day is important in France (think about the historical and cultural significance), how the locals in your chosen French city/town celebrate it and the events that take place there on the 14th of July.
- be creative, visually appealing and original
The winners are:
Year 5 & 6 (Second Language)
Year 7 & 8 (Bilingual)
Year 7 & 8 (Second Language)
Francophonie Competition
Forum de la Francophonie Melbourne and the Association of French Teachers in Victoria have been collaborating for 3 years to offer students studying French in Years 5 to 6 and 7 and 8 an opportunity to discover the Francophone world by crating a video on a French speaking country. The competition has been popular amongst schools as the students discover the richness and diversity of the Francophone world by showcasing the history, culture, music and food to name a few aspects of a French speaking country in a video.
This year’s winners are:
Year 5 & 6 (Second Language)
Year 7 & 8 (Bilingual)
Year 7 & 8 (Second Language)
Prix Coup de Coeur
What we’re listening to
There’s something magical about French music. It can transport you to a world full of warm croissants and impressionist paintings, of renaissance architecture and endless vineyards, all without leaving the comfort of your own home. This Bastille Day, take a moment to explore the songs we’re listening to – From Edith Piaf to Stromae, the classics and the hidden gems, the old and the new.
What we’re watching
French cinema occupies a privileged place in the history of cinema. Since its invention, cinema has become a popular art, entertainment, industry and medium.
On this Bastille Day, take the time to discover our favourite French films – from comedy to drama, from the old to the new.
What we’re reading
Reading is great for your health, mentally and emotionally, and is a great way to get away from it all. France is fortunate to have many famous writers, from Jean Paul Sartre to Fred Vagas, from the old to the new.
