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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Software Freedom Day 2026 at MelbPC
Melbourne PC User Group, Ste 26/479 Warrigal Rd, Moorabbin VIC 3189, Australia, Moorabbin, AUJoin a worldwide celebration of free and open source software. Not sure what open source means? You already use it. It quietly runs the web, your phone and probably half the apps you opened today. Come and find out what that means. No experience needed, and nobody will assume you have any.
# Whats On
## Install Fest 💻
What's an install fest? Got a laptop that can't run Windows 11? It isn't rubbish, and you don't have to replace it. Bring it along, we'll put Linux on it, and it'll be faster than it was. Older Macs too, the ones Apple has stopped updating. USB sticks provided.
Runs all day. Bring the laptop, leave with it working.## Open Exchange 💬
Running midday is an open exchange. Beginner questions are the whole point. Bring the software that annoys you, or the subscription that keeps creeping up, and we'll talk about what else is out there. The alternatives are usually free, and they aren't mining your files to train an AI.
## Lightning Talks ⚡️
To close, lightning talks. Five minutes each, no slides required, but welcomed! Show us an open source app you love, something you fixed, or something you're still figuring out! It doesn't have to be technical. Put your name down on the day.
# Schedule
10:00 Doors open, install fest begins
12:00 Open exchange
16:00 Lightning talks
18:00 Doors close
Drop in whenever suits and stay as long as you like. Free to attend, everyone welcome, run by volunteers.## About the Venue
📅 Saturday 19th September
⏰ 10am to 12pm
📍 MelbPC at Moorabbin
https://maps.app.goo.gl/kV5T5ckLB5M25DiN7---
🌐 View our website for all locations and event details: https://sfd.org.au
🙋 Lend a hand on the day, no technical experience needed: https://sfd.org.au/volunteer/
🏠 Want one in your town? We'll walk you through hosting: https://sfd.org.au/organise/
🌏 Software Freedom Day runs the same day in dozens of countries: https://digitalfreedoms.org
2 attendees
Software Freedom Day 2026 (Inspire9)
Inspire9, Level 1/41-43 Stewart St, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia, Richmond, AUJoin a worldwide celebration of free and open source software. Not sure what open source means? You already use it. It quietly runs the web, your phone and probably half the apps you opened today. Come and find out what that means. No experience needed, and nobody will assume you have any.
# Whats On
## Install Fest 💻
What's an install fest? Got a laptop that can't run Windows 11? It isn't rubbish, and you don't have to replace it. Bring it along, we'll put Linux on it, and it'll be faster than it was. Older Macs too, the ones Apple has stopped updating. USB sticks provided.
Runs all day. Bring the laptop, leave with it working.## Open Exchange 💬
Running midday is an open exchange. Beginner questions are the whole point. Bring the software that annoys you, or the subscription that keeps creeping up, and we'll talk about what else is out there. The alternatives are usually free, and they aren't mining your files to train an AI.
## Lightning Talks ⚡️
To close, lightning talks. Five minutes each, no slides required, but welcomed! Show us an open source app you love, something you fixed, or something you're still figuring out! It doesn't have to be technical. Put your name down on the day.
# Schedule
14:00 Doors open, install fest begins
15:00 Impromptu talks and open exchanges
16:00 Doors closeDrop in whenever suits and stay as long as you like. Free to attend, everyone welcome, run by volunteers.
## 🌅 Morning Session in Moorabbin
There's an earlier session the same day at Melbourne PC User Group in Moorabbin from 10am to 12pm.
Check it out: https://sfd.org.au/#melbourne-melbpc## About the Venue
Thank you to our venue sponsor Inspire9, Melbourne's original coworking space and a longstanding supporter of the local tech community.
📅 Saturday 19th September
⏰ 2pm to 4pm
📍 Inspire9 - Richmond
https://maps.app.goo.gl/GeEh8h5pkH9Z7XgJ7---
🌐 View our website for all locations and event details: https://sfd.org.au
🙋 Lend a hand on the day, no technical experience needed: https://sfd.org.au/volunteer/
🏠 Want one in your town? We'll walk you through hosting: https://sfd.org.au/organise/
🌏 Software Freedom Day runs the same day in dozens of countries: https://digitalfreedoms.org
6 attendees
Past events
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