Mark

Author Lauren Williams with Neighbourhood Watch book cover

Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Neighbourhood Watch by Lauren Williams

Neighbourhood Watch Lauren Williams Don’t miss Lauren and Penny Tangey who will be talking about their new books (Neighbourhood Watch & What Rhymes With Murder?) at BMI on 2 September at 6pm ‘Neighbourhood Watch is a sharp, stylish thriller with a killer opening hook, a generous dose of dark humour, and a truly distinctive voice.’ Christian

Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Neighbourhood Watch by Lauren Williams Read More »

The Frock Shop by Sophie Green, Rosemary's Book of the Week

Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Frock Shop by Sophie Green

Book of the Week, Library / By Mark

The Frock Shop Sophie Green Don’t miss Sophie who will be in conversation with Jane Nield talking about Sophie’s new book at BMI on 12 August at 6pm Meet the Ladies of The Frock Shop Where clothes are just the start of the story Australian bestseller Sophie Green returns with a sparkling story about the beauty of

Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Frock Shop by Sophie Green Read More »

BMI Library August new book releases promotional poster

Our Library | New Releases, Recommendations & Author Talks – August 2026

Library, New Releases / By Mark

New Releases, Recommendations & Author Talks

Our Library | New Releases, Recommendations & Author Talks – August 2026 Read More »

2026 Twilight Talks sponsored by Bendigo Bank Buninyong

Twilight Talks 2026

Twilight Talks, Z - Important Dates / By Mark

Twilight Talks for 2026.Thank you to Community Bank Buninyong for supporting this popular community event. Twilight Talks Events (as they confirm) View more on these events

Twilight Talks 2026 Read More »

Two women smiling holding framed artwork in a library

Lantern Vaults – Prize Winner

Art programs, Ballarat Heritage Festival / By Mark

Lantern Vaults Prize Winner has been drawn The raffle draw for Amanda Western’s work that brought you Lantern Vaults to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute during the Ballarat Heritage Festival has been drawn. And the winner is… Leigh Maylor, who is thrilled. Leigh was notified by BMI President, Paula Nicholson. BMI Librarian, Rosemary McInerney and Artist,

Lantern Vaults – Prize Winner Read More »

ABC Radio interview with BMI Heritage Collection Curator Ellen Becker

The Collection / By Mark

From the Heritage Collection Curator – Interview with ABC Radio Sydney | Nightlife – Tuesday 23 Dec 2025 at 10pm The Ballarat Mechanics’ Institute, or BMI, is celebrating 165 years since its reading room first opened in December 1860. It’s the oldest surviving cultural institution in Ballarat and has an incredible story. From hosting Mark

ABC Radio interview with BMI Heritage Collection Curator Ellen Becker Read More »