Quoi de Neuf | June

June opens with a simple but essential reminder: the Alliance Française de Brisbane lives not only through its classes, events and partnerships, but also through the community that carries its voice forward. 

Every day, across our social media platforms — LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram and TikTok — we share news, events, cultural highlights and moments from the life of the Alliance. You see these publications, but you can also help them travel further. A like, a comment, a share or a repost may seem like a small gesture, but it has a real impact. You are the ambassadors of our Alliance, and your support helps us broaden our audience, strengthen our visibility and create greater interest in French language and culture across Brisbane. 

Session 3 is already just around the corner. Classes will begin on 13 July, and our teams are already on the starting blocks. Our website is also currently being redesigned and improved. If you are a student and log in with your personal details, you can already see a new “re-enrol” function, designed to make your next registration smoother, clearer and more convenient.

June will also offer two wonderful opportunities to come together at the Alliance. On 5 June at 5:00 pm, our World Environment Day event will invite participants to explore climate issues in a way that is both playful and festive. Our CineClub will return on 10 June at 6:00 pm with Les Malheurs de Sophie, Christophe Honoré’s adaptation of the beloved work by the Comtesse de Ségur. 

In July, we will also be proud partners of two important events. On 10 and 11 July, Springboard Opera will present The Descent of Orpheus into the Underworld by Marc-Antoine Charpentier, a remarkable production featured on our website. And, of course, from 24 to 26 July, Le Festival will once again celebrate French culture, food, language and art in Brisbane.

Thank you, as always, for your loyalty, your enthusiasm and your precious support. We look forward to seeing many of you very soon at the Alliance and beyond. 

Jean-Philippe Bottin 
Director 

Chers membres, chers amis, 

Le mois de juin s’ouvre avec un rappel simple mais essentiel : l’Alliance Française de Brisbane vit non seulement à travers ses cours, ses événements et ses partenariats, mais aussi grâce à la communauté qui porte sa voix au quotidien. 

Chaque jour, sur nos différents réseaux sociaux — LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram et TikTok — nous partageons l’actualité de l’Alliance, nos événements, des moments de vie et des contenus autour de la langue et de la culture françaises. Vous voyez ces publications, mais vous pouvez aussi les aider à voyager plus loin. Un like, un commentaire, un partage ou une republication peuvent sembler anodins, mais ils ont un impact réel. Vous êtes les ambassadeurs de notre Alliance, et votre soutien nous aide à élargir notre audience, à renforcer notre visibilité et à susciter un intérêt toujours plus grand pour la langue et la culture françaises à Brisbane. 

La Session 3 approche déjà à grands pas. Les cours débuteront le 13 juillet et nos équipes sont d’ores et déjà sur les starting blocks. Notre site internet poursuit également sa modernisation et sa refonte. Si vous êtes étudiant et que vous vous connectez avec vos identifiants, vous pouvez déjà découvrir une nouvelle fonction « re-enrol », conçue pour rendre vos réinscriptions plus simples, plus fluides et plus intuitives. 

Le mois de juin nous offrira également deux belles occasions de nous retrouver à l’Alliance. Le 5 juin à 17h00, notre événement spécial World Environment Day proposera d’aborder les enjeux climatiques de manière à la fois ludique et festive. Puis, le 10 juin à 18h00, notre CineClub présentera Les Malheurs de Sophie, l’adaptation par Christophe Honoré de l’œuvre emblématique de la Comtesse de Ségur. 

En juillet, nous serons également très heureux d’être partenaires de deux événements importants. Les 10 et 11 juillet, Springboard Opera présentera La Descente d’Orphée aux Enfers de Marc-Antoine Charpentier, une remarquable production à retrouver sur notre site internet. Et bien sûr, du 24 au 26 juillet, Le Festival fera une nouvelle fois rayonner à Brisbane la culture française, sa gastronomie, sa langue et son art de vivre.

Merci, comme toujours, pour votre fidélité, votre enthousiasme et votre précieux soutien. Nous espérons avoir le plaisir de retrouver beaucoup d’entre vous à l’Alliance et lors de nos événements dans les semaines à venir. 

Jean-Philippe Bottin 
Directeur 

Winter Workshops | 29 June - 10 July

Cold outside, French inside! 
Discover our winter holiday workshops and short courses — the perfect excuse to stay cosy and learn something new these school holidays. 

Courses online soon.

Session 3 | 13 July - 19 Sept

Thinking of enrolling in Session 3? Check out the courses on our website or collect a course brochure in person.

For current students, you can re-enrol using the new button on our home page. 

World Environment Day at Alliance Francaise 

From the Paris Agreement to the first-ever Citizens’ Convention for Climate, France is behind some of the world's boldest climate action! 
This World Environment Day, join us at Alliance Française Brisbane for a playful, thought-provoking French-Australian evening exploring climate, biodiversity, and the future of our planet.
🍷 Biodiversity Apéro
🧠 Interactive Climate Quiz
♻️ Circular Economy Trivia
🎶 Music, games & great company

📍 5 June from 5pm
🎟️ Limited spots available — book now

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AF CinéClub at SAE

Join us for Alliance Française de Brisbane’s next Cinéclub screening at SAE!

🎬🇫🇷 Sophie’s Misfortunes
Les Malheurs de Sophie

A charming and mischievous adaptation of the classic French novel by la Comtesse de Ségur, full of humour, imagination, and childhood chaos. Perfect for families and lovers of French cinema alike.

🗓️6pm Wednesday 10 June
📍SAE, Cnr Jane St & Riverside Dr, West End
⏱️1h 46m
🎟️Free

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Springboard Opera 

His lover lost and a journey into darkness. Orpheus risks everything for Eurydice - what would you risk for love?

Led by some of the foremost creative leaders of Baroque music and movement, Springboard Opera presents the Queensland premiere of The Descent of Orpheus by Marc Antoine Charpentier. Here you’ll find a rich tapestry of period dance set next to storytelling for a modern audience, an orchestra comprised of authentic period instruments interpreted with a modern lens of sensitivity.

As part of the AF Community, you can get a 10% discount by booking below:

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Le Festival

This July, escape to a little corner of France at Roma Street Parkland.
Wander through French-inspired gardens, enjoy raclette, artisanal cheeses and pâtisseries, and soak up live guinguette music in a relaxed picnic atmosphere.
With gourmet stalls, French treasures and playful entertainment throughout the park, it’s the perfect winter outing.

📍 24–26 July | Roma Street Parkland

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Escape to Noumea
29 August – 6 September

We invite adult learners to immerse themselves in French through daily lessons, cultural experiences and real-life conversation practice — all while enjoying the beauty and rhythm of island life.

In partnership with CREIPAC in Nouméa, this unique immersion trip combines French classes with guided excursions, local culture, and unforgettable experiences designed to build your confidence in French from morning to night. ✨

Bookings open now. Visit our site to discover more. 

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Explore our social offering for members!

Please note: these events are run by volunteers, so please contact us to confirm your attendance. 

The True Taste of France

France At Home, a proud partner of the French Film Festival, is offering a special 10% discount for the Alliance Française community.

France At Home® is Australia’s largest importer of authentic French groceries, offering a wide selection of premium French brands at competitive prices.

Enjoy 10% off all products and experience the true taste of France with France At Home® via the link below.

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Take advantage of your membership!

As a member, you get exclusive discounts with some of our partners!

CANAL+ is a leading French streaming and TV service offering premium films, series, documentaries, and curated live channels via its app. The EASY offer provides a simple, accessible selection of entertainment, making it easy to enjoy quality French and international content anytime, anywhere.

Members can benefit from a special CANAL+ offer at $20 per month for the first 3 months, after which the standard rate of $30 per month applies.

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À bientôt !

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