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FOOTBALL AND LIFE: 90 MINUTES WITH VALERE GERMAIN
Join us for a special 90-minute edition of Philo Bistro - just like a football match - featuring Valère Germain, a professional footballer
who has played for renowned French clubs such as Marseille and Monaco, and now plays in the Japanese league, after having graced Australia
with all its talent.
The Alliance Française French Film Festival is making its grand return from 04 March to 09 April 2025! Get ready for an unforgettable cinematic journey featuring a spectacular selection of French films — from comedy, romance, and drama to thrilling
adventures.
The upcoming edition promises plenty of surprises, exciting special events, and an unmissable
Opening Night celebration that
will set the tone for an exceptional festival.
For the very first time, Australia welcomes the legendary Studio Harcourt!✨
Since 1934, this iconic studio has immortalised some of the world's greatest icons.
On the occasion of the 2025 and with the support of the
Embassy of France to Australia, Studio Harcourt is setting up in Sydney for a unique experience.
From 4th to 9th April, an exhibition of portraits featuring personalities from the Alliance Française French Film Festival films will be
presented on the first floor of the Alliance Française de Sydney.
Après un premier spectacle diffusé sur Netflix dans la série Humoristes du monde (2019) et un second, Les Autres, enregistré pour Canal+ en 2024, Tania Dutel revient avec un tout nouveau spectacle. En toute transparence, elle aborde ses peurs, son corps et ces sujets qu'on aurait dû lui expliquer plus tôt. Et bien sûr, il y a cette fameuse histoire d'écureuil… qu'elle se devait de raconter.
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Frédéric Alliod, CEO du festival du film français de l'alliance française en Australie, partage son expérience et les défis de l'organisation de cet événement culturel majeur, qui attire un public diversifié et célèbre le meilleur du cinéma français.
Top spots for an authentic French meal in Sydney.
Discover Sydney's best French eateries, from Bon Vin's romantic charm to the irresistible raclette at L'Amuse Bouche. Indulge in smoked duck
at Le Coq, savour classic steak-frites at Bouillon l'Entrecôte, and enjoy French bites by Bondi Beach at Chouchou.
A huge thank you to all of you for this wonderful evening, the AFS was delighted to have you all there to celebrate French Cinema!
We can't wait to see you in the cinemas!
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Last night, we had the pleasure of hosting an exclusive preview screening of En fanfare at Palace Moore Park.
It was fantastic to welcome members of the educational community and long-time supporters of the Alliance Française French Film Festival as
we gear up for the 36th edition.
Discover the images from the Word of Mouth 2025 here!
Take home a piece of history! From the beginnings of the French diplomatic associations in Australia to 2024, trace some of the most important milestones of our shared Franco-Australian history.
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🎉 We’re thrilled to announce that this year marks 130 years of promoting French language and culture in Sydney!
🙏 Since 1895, Alliance Française of Sydney has been dedicated to promoting the French language and Francophone cultures, strengthening the
bond between France and Australia.
💫 We’re ready to celebrate with a series of exceptional events throughout the year.
🗓️ Stay tuned for more updates – we can’t wait to share this special year with you!
This January, we were delighted to welcome Pascaline Meunier from the Agence d’Attractivité de Toulouse,
who brought with her a special pedagogical suitcase filled with Toulouse treasures!
Inside, students discovered violets, an Occitan flag, a Bigflo & Oli CD, and more, offering a unique glimpse into the
culture of Toulouse. These gifts have already made their way into our classrooms, where our teachers are sharing their passion for the
city with students.
We’re grateful to Pascaline and the Agence d’Attractivité de Toulouse for choosing us as the second recipient of the “Valise de Toulouse”
worldwide!
François Romanet, President of the Board of Directors, has a message for our dedicated members, students and staff. Read it here.
The Alliance Française de Sydney was honoured to participate in the Prix National du Civisme pour la Jeunesse 2024 ceremony,
organised by the Association Nationale des Membres de l'Ordre National du Mérite at the Consular Residence, under the distinguished patronage of the Consul General of France. We extend our sincere gratitude to the Consul General and the event organisers for their warm invitation.
We would also like to express our heartfelt appreciation to our valued partners—Killarney Heights Public School, the French-speaking
Association of the North Shore (FANS), Taren Point Public School, and Lycée Condorcet Sydney - International French School—for their ongoing
efforts to empower young people to take action, champion their values, and develop into engaged, responsible members of society.
The Alliance Française de Sydney represented by Dominique Barbeau, was invited to the annual Australian South Sea Islander Reception and
Flag Raising event hosted by the City of Sydney. The event commemorated the forced migration of South Sea Islanders to Australia in the
1800s through blackbirding. Many South Sea Islanders were brought to Australia to work in sugar cane farming, seafaring, and other
industries. The event featured speeches and performances that highlighted the discrimination and disadvantage experienced by South Sea
Islanders throughout Australian history. The City of Sydney Council has formally recognized Australian South Sea Islanders as a unique
minority group and has taken steps to address their historical injustices.
The event was hosted by Councillor Emelda Davis, whose grandfather was abducted from the island of Tanna in Vanuatu when he was 12 years
old. The singer who performed at the event told the audience about her grandfather who was kidnapped from Lifou in the New Caledonian
archipelago. The event was a reminder of the importance of reconciliation and the need to continue working towards a more just and equitable
society.
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