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Professor Anona Armstrong AM

Anona Armstrong

Anona Armstrong AM is the Professor of Governance and the Director of Research and Research Training in the College of Law and Justice at Victoria University. She was awarded a PhD by the University of Melbourne for her original research on health policy, community well-being and their measurement. This led to her work with communities and the promotion of community participation in various government projects. After completing her study, she established the consulting firm Evaluation Training and Services Pty Ltd, as well as the Australasian Evaluation Society, which is still a vibrant society today. On joining Victoria University in 2004, she lectured in policy, management, leadership and governance, before specialising in post-graduate supervision. She has taught now over 70 successful PhD students. She was awarded the Order of Australia (AM) in 2008.

Upcoming Events

Rigg Bequest Classic Music 2025 at St John's Anglican Church, Camberwell

Concert 1 - Europe from East to West with Orix Duo

Ye Jin Choi (cello) & Kevin Suherman (piano), performing as Orix Duo, will take you on a captivating musical journey across the European continent, in the serene setting of St John's Anglican Church Camberwell. This rich and evocative program features Prokofiev’s Sonata for Cello and Piano Op. 119, the folkloric charm of Tsintsadze’s Five Pieces on Folk Themes, and the lyrical elegance of Poulenc’s Sonata for Cello and Piano FP 14, along with his beloved Les Chemins de l’Amour.

Join other audience members and the artists for post-concert refreshments in the Rutherford Room, hosted by the Friends of the Team of Pianists. This takes place directly after the recital, from approximately 8.45pm to 9.30pm.

Don't miss this evening of expressive artistry and cultural exploration presented by these brilliant young performers!

Read more including full programme details here. Or download the flyer here.

Date and Time

Thursday September 25, 2025 at 7.00pm

St John's Anglican Church
552 Burke Road
Camberwell, VIC, 3124

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Rigg Bequest Classic Music 2025 at St John's Anglican Church, Camberwell

Concert 2 - Sanctuary of Sound: Mozart, Marais & More

Step into the serene acoustics of St John’s Anglican Church Camberwell for an evening of chamber music that spans centuries and continents. Clarinettist Robert Schubert, cellist Josephine Vains, and pianist Robert Chamberlain present a richly varied program of solos, duos, and trios.

From Mozart’s elegant Church Sonata and Marais’ passionate La Folia, to the lyrical English trio by John Ireland and the cinematic flair of Nino Rota, Sanctuary of Sound explores the expressive power of clarinet, cello, and piano in all their combinations. French Baroque keyboard gems by Rameau and Couperin add a touch of historical charm, while folk-inspired works from Korea and Ukraine bring a global perspective. Read more including full programme details here.

Directly after the recital, join other audience members and the artists for post-concert refreshments (approximately 8.45pm to 9.30pm) in the Rutherford Room, hosted by the Friends of the Team of Pianists.

Don't miss this unique musical journey in a sacred space!

Date and Time

Thursday November 13, 2025 at 7.00pm

St John's Anglican Church
552 Burke Road
Camberwell, VIC, 3124

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