We want to map the influence of Italian farmers in rural Victoria
We’ll dig deep to find the stories, collect memories, and define how the Italian immigrants have changed the face of Victorian agriculture.
TERRA!
Meet the Italian pioneers that changed Victoria
Discover the faces of some of the pioneers that have helped to shape rural Victoria as it is today, contributing not just to regional agriculture but also to the local culture.
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read the stories
Learn about the history of some notable Italian figures that have changed the local Victorian landscape.
The Motta
Get to know the interesting story of this Italian immigrant family that produces asparagus in regional Victoria.
The Faranda
Share the Faranda's memories and find out how regional Victoria evolved from the arrival of the Italian immigrants till today.
The Corsini
Find out who are the Corsini and read about their stories as Italian farmers.
The Puopolo
Share the Puopolo's memories and find out how the tradional ways of charcuterie making are still kept alive in Victoria.
listen
to the interviews
our comic novel
Terra: A comic novel inspired by our project.
Help us rebuild this story
If you are a Victorian farmer of Italian heritage or know someone who is, please don’t hesitate to get in touch! We’d love to hear from you.
#TOGETHER
SUPPORTED BY
The Italian Australian Foundation and La Trobe University
