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Since J.A. Henriques was appointed Consul in 1852, the United States of America has maintained a consulate in Melbourne, Australia.

The United States Consulate General in Melbourne represents American interests in Victoria, South Australia Tasmania and the Northern Territory across areas of public outreach, defense, political, and economic developments. The Consulate General moved to its present location on St. Kilda Road in 1990 and works to promote close ties between the United States and Australia. The Consular District covered by Consulate General Melbourne includes Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and the Northern Territory, which comprises approximately 35% of Australia’s population and land area.

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24/10/2026

The United States and Australia have worked side-by-side every single day for a century. But sometimes, we find stories of our steadfast relationship that go back even further.

Melbourne Consul General Colin Crosby was honored to return Sergeant Harry Blake-Lane’s campaign service medal from the American Civil War to his Australian family descendants – 160 years after the war – in a ceremony at Brighton Cemetery.

Sergeant Blake-Lane served as part of the 25th New York Cavalry during the war, and after emigrated to Australia where he got married and built a successful life in Victoria. His family also received the RHSA silver medal that he was awarded for bravery in 1886 when he saved his friend from drowning, as well as his personal bible from his time as a soldier. Several descendant family members of the Blake-Lane family went on to distinguished service in the Australian military.

We were honored to commemorate his service to both the United States and Australia, recognizing one of the many U.S. and Australian defense personnel who have served shoulder-to-shoulder for generations.

23/10/2026

U.S. citizens abroad who have not received their ballots at least 30 days before an election day can submit a completed Federal Write-in Absentee Ballot (FWAB), available via FVAP: https://www.fvap.gov/eo/overview/materials/forms

Write in the candidates of your choice, then print, sign, and send the FWAB to your local election officials.

17/09/2026

How great was it to have the NFL touch down, Down Under? The U.S. Department of State and NFL partnership was on full display throughout Melbourne last week with the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers driving diplomacy far beyond the field. One of the ways Americans and Australians bond is through our shared love of sports. As Secretary Rubio says: “As American football grows in popularity around the world, the National Football League and the State Department are working together to celebrate American Excellence, expanding our nation’s brand of sports culture to new markets.” 🏈🇺🇸🇦🇺 See less

08/09/2026

From Wisconsin cheese to California w**e, with a few tailgate favorites thrown in - America's finest was on full display during the visit of Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg and the U.S. agribusiness delegation to Australia.

During his time in Melbourne, Under Secretary Lindberg:

✂️ Opened the USA Pavilion at the 2026 Fine Foods Expo, and met with American exhibitors looking to create further business ties with Australian businesses (with cheese highlighted on ABC News Breakfast!)

🤝 Met with Australian Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Julie Collins during the Trade Mission Plenary to discuss further opportunities for trade, business and cooperation

🍷 Launched the California W**e and U.S. Distilled Spirits Council's trade tour. Australia has been identified as a key market for premium U.S. brands

🥓 Visited a local Costco and met with everyday Aussies purchasing American produce

🐄 Toured Pure Dairy, an Australian manufacturer that is distributing American-made cheese products into the local market

👥💬 Spoke with business leaders at an AmCham meeting

🏈 Hosted a tailgate party showcasing American food and beverages ahead of the first-ever in-season NFL game in Australia.

The United States' and Australia's agricultural sectors are globally recognized, and Under Secretary Lindberg's visit reinforced our ties across agribusiness, trade, expertise, and innovation.

U.S. Department of Agriculture | Fine Food Australia | Julie Collins MP

26/08/2026

said it best: Dolly Parton was one of a kind. We are grateful in Australia for her Imagination Library providing books to children across this country. Rest in Peace, Dolly. We will always love you.

17/08/2026

“The importance of this [AUKUS Pillar II] is to deter major conflict by having such a disparity of capability in our technologies that we don’t go into any sort of conflict with China and Russia.”

During his visit to Adelaide for the ADSTAR Summit, Assistant Secretary of War for Critical Technologies Michael Dodd stopped by FIVEAA to discuss how AUKUS Pillar II will create job opportunities, advance military capabilities, and increase force interoperability and strategic deterrence.

12/08/2026

Before the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG) plays host to history - the NFL's first game down under - Consul General Crosby had the opportunity to tour Australia's most famous stadium.

A big thank you to Melbourne Cricket Club President Fred Oldfield and CEO Stuart Fox for showing CG Crosby around; we can’t wait for September when the Los Angeles Rams and San Francisco 49ers run out onto the 'G!

07/08/2026

Congratulations on your confirmation, Ambassador David Brat! We are so excited to welcome you and your family to Australia. Can’t wait to work with you as our long-standing and enduring U.S.-Australia Alliance flourishes under your leadership.

04/08/2026

The future home of AUKUS submarine construction ⚓
A forefront of the space industry in Australia 🚀
A leader of bilateral cooperation in business, defense, and innovation 🤝

South Australia and the United States have enjoyed a long partnership and that continues with the first visit by new Consul General Colin Crosby.

During his visit, CG Crosby met with Adelaide Lord Mayor Jane Lomax-Smith and Member for Hartley, Jenn Roberts MP. He also had the opportunity to discuss business ties and opportunities with AmCham.

Thanks for hosting CG Crosby - remains to be seen if he will be swayed by that Port Adelaide scarf!

31/07/2026

A party 250 years in the making! 🇺🇸

We brought a bit of Americana - national parks, bluegrass, and the Statue of Liberty - to Melbourne to mark this milestone, and it couldn’t have happened without our Australian friends, partners, and sponsors.

Thank you for celebrating with us! 🎉

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
Wednesday	8am - 5pm
Thursday	8am - 5pm
Friday	8am - 5pm

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