About us
Linux Users of Victoria is one of Australia's largest GNU/Linux, free software and open source user groups. We conduct two regular events in Melbourne each month. On the first Tuesday of the month LUV runs technical presentations at the Kathleen Syme Library, 251 Faraday Street Carlton. On the third Saturday of the month, LUV runs a hands on workshop at Infoxchange, 33 Elizabeth St. Richmond addressing the issues of the users who turn up. The workshops have a "beginners" level talk, whereas the technical lectures are for an "intermediate" and "advanced" audience. LUV has four regional chapters in Ballarat, Geelong, LaTrobeValley and Shepparton. Many of our members also attend Melbourne Linux Users Group (MLUG).
Who should join?
Anyone is welcome to join. You just need to have an interest in Linux and/or Open Source Software in general. Even if you don't, you are still welcome!
Upcoming events
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LUV BBQ 2026
Yarra Bank Reserve, Hawthorn Bridge, Corner of Bridge Road and Creswick Street, Hawthorn, AUJoin LUV for our yearly barbecue! It will be held 31st January at Yarra Bank Reserve.
Guests are welcome! Come hungry, and feel free to bring food and/or drinks.
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**Getting to Bank Yarra Reserve:**
Public transportation is still free on the 31st!
Tram:
A tram stop is right next the park (line 48 and 75)
Train:
Hawthorn Railway Station is a quick 15 minute walk from the park.
Car:
Free parking right next to the park.
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RSVP on Luma to get updates. It isn't required but helps us to know how much food to buy.
View this event on our website for more details.6 attendees
Linux Victoria - Town Hall Meeting - February 2026
·OnlineOnlineJoin us for Linux Victoria's February Town Hall meeting where we introduce the new working groups (AI and Gaming) and plan for the Regional and Quarterly meetings.
This is an open Town Hall meeting where all community members are welcome to attend, observe, and contribute to the discussion. Whether you're a long-time LUV member or new to our community, your input is valuable as we shape the future of Linux Users Victoria.
The meeting will be held online, making it accessible for everyone to participate from the comfort of their own space. This is a great opportunity to learn about Linux Victoria's behind-the-scenes operations and how you can get involved in our growing open-source community.
Come be part of the conversation as we work to strengthen and expand Victoria's Linux adoption and open source practice!
## Key Discussion Points
- February in East Gippsland
- February Regional Meeting: East Gippsland
- Canberra Linux Collab report
- March Quarterly Meeting
- Linux & Games
- Linux & AI
## How To Join Online
Link to join:
https://electronworkshop.com.au/goto/venue
We use a self-hosted Big Blue Button instance (aka BBB) for this meeting, managed by Electron Workshop and hosted by Serversaurus.
## Join In Person
We are in the process of finalising a venue to allow those who intend to join the Town Hall in person. Stay tuned for more details.
## Schedule
19:00 Meet and greet
19:30 Opening
20:30 Closure3 attendees
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