BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251021T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251021T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065144 CREATED:20250919T003912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T045545Z UID:67443-1761069600-1761075000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with J Mary Masters *This event has now been CANCELLED* DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/j-mary-masters/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Library,Victorian Seniors Festival ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/sq-promo-judith-final.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T184500 DTSTAMP:20260418T065144 CREATED:20250812T005546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T040122Z UID:66788-1762365600-1762368300@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Stella Day Out Ballarat | Katia Ariel 'The Swift Dark Tide' in conversation with Kelly Gardiner DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/stella-day-out-katia-ariel/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Important Dates,Library,Stella Day Out ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/square-promo-katia.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T191500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251105T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065144 CREATED:20250812T054350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T035952Z UID:66822-1762370100-1762372800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Stella Day Out Ballarat | Samah Sabawi 'Cactus Pear For My Beloved' in conversation with Fatima Measham DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/stella-day-out-samah-sabawi/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Important Dates,Library,Stella Day Out ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/square-promo-samah.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251106T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251106T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065144 CREATED:20250711T034827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250813T003339Z UID:66176-1762453800-1762459200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Rachael Johns DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/rachael-johns/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/sq-promo-rachael-johns.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251118T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20250917T050616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T062718Z UID:67363-1763488800-1763494200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Margaret Hickey DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/margaret-hickey-25/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/margaret-hickey-sq-promo.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251120T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251120T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20251110T031233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251110T031636Z UID:68444-1763663400-1763668800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:An Evening with Peter FitzSimons AM DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/an-evening-with-peter-fitzsimons-am/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/cover-peter-fitzsimonos-book-e1762145093105.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251202T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251202T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20251113T001614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T003410Z UID:68682-1764698400-1764703800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with William McInnes DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/william-mcinnes/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/william-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251206T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20251206T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20251110T024632Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251128T005707Z UID:68436-1765015200-1765029600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Christmas Book Sale DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bmi-christmas-book-sale/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Library,Market ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/book-sale-square-promo-christmas-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260128T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260128T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20251120T065224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251215T040410Z UID:68764-1769623200-1769628600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Geoff Parkes and Susi Fox DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-geoff-parks-susi-fox/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/sq-promo-geoff.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260214T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260214T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260112T012814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T060448Z UID:69779-1771070400-1771077600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In conversation with Tori Baxter | Book Launch DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-tori-baxter/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Author Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Untitled-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260225T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20251008T011020Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T030310Z UID:67900-1772044200-1772049600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Paula McLean DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/paula-mclean/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/sp-promo-paula-mclean.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260310T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260310T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20251110T032113Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T233337Z UID:68454-1773165600-1773171000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Kate Mildenhall & Josh Pomare DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-christian-white-josh-pomare/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/square-promo-kate-josh.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260324T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260324T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260201T232719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T030026Z UID:70486-1774375200-1774380600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Chrissie Bellbrae DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-chrissie-bellbrae/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/sp-promo-chrissie-bellbrae.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260414T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260414T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260303T223948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T045131Z UID:71084-1776189600-1776195000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Gerardine Christou: The story of Peg Rankin DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-gerardine-christou/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-v4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260421T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260225T002934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044657Z UID:70896-1776794400-1776799800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Fiona Lowe DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/fiona-lowe/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/sp-promo-talks-fiona-lowe.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260429T183000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260313T041015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T044107Z UID:71275-1777483800-1777487400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks: Focus on Ballarat - Nostalgic memories of Stawell & Ballarat - 1950s and 1960s DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-focus-on-ballarat-3/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Australian Heritage Festival,Author Talk,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/square-promo-2025-nostalgia-final-v2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260430T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260430T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260303T233837Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043820Z UID:71100-1777573800-1777579200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Anna Johnston DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-anna-johnston/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/sp-promo-talks-anna-johnston-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260511T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260511T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260316T013945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T043011Z UID:71295-1778522400-1778527800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Victoria Purman DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/victoria-purman/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-victoria-purman.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260513T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260303T011741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T041831Z UID:71063-1778697000-1778702400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Kerri Rogan DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-kerri-rogan/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-v3.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260527T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260527T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260313T002934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T035212Z UID:71249-1779906600-1779912000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Amanda Hampson DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/amanda-hampson/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-amanda-hampson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260623T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260623T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260313T005434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034824Z UID:71257-1782237600-1782243000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Mark Smith DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/mark-smith-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-mark-smith.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260715T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260715T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260313T024204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T034457Z UID:71265-1784138400-1784143800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Benita Bensch DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/benita-bensch/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-benita-bensch-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260729T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260729T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260416T050939Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260417T012750Z UID:72260-1785348000-1785353400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Phillipa Nefri Clark DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/phillipa-nefri-clark/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/sp-promo-talks-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260812T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260812T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T065145 CREATED:20260324T234500Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T033956Z UID:71535-1786557600-1786563000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Sophie Green DESCRIPTION:Elizabeth Coleman \n \n Elizabeth Coleman is a renowned screenwriter who has written on every season of Miss Fisher’s Murder Mysteries and Ms Fisher’s Modern Murder Mysteries. She is also the author of the hit play Secret Bridesmaids’ Business and co-created the much-loved ABC drama Bed of Roses. Her first novel\, Losing the Plot\, came out through Allen and Unwin in 2019. Book 1 in the Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol Mystery Series\, A Routine Infidelity\, was published by Pantera Press in 2023. \n \n Elizabeth will be in discussion with local author and friend Olivia Wearne \, about all things Edwina ‘Ted’ Bristol PI and Ted’s acutely intelligent sidekick\, miniature schnauzer Miss Maple. A Routine Infidelity\, Ted and Miss Marple’s first outing\, was a hit with critics and readers this year and now Elizabeth’s two kickarse heroines are back with more adventures in A Dance With Murder. And don’t worry\, the books can be read separately\, so if you haven’t read A Routine Infidelity\, you can still be part of this fun. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More about the Author \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder \n \n \n A Dance with Murder | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n A Dance with Murder picks up about a week after A Routine Infidelity left off.  Pl Edwina Ted’ Bristol’s latest case is proving complicated. Ballerina Giselle Tereiti is the target of a stalker\, but she’s also the ex-wife of Ted’s new flame\, homicide detective Spike. While the case is a win for Ted\, it means she’s forced to distance herself from Spike without telling him why. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely is desperate to locate her husband Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. As Ted goes undercover via the dating apps in pursuit of suspects\, the stalker ups the ante with a disturbing break-in at Giselle’s home. Meanwhile\, talented crafter Cicely Bunting is desperate to locate her husband\, Duncan\, who disappeared while surfing a year ago. Cicely refuses to believe that he’s dead\, and she’s counting on Ted to find him. As Ted closes in on the stalking culprit and her relationship with Spike nits rock-bottom\, Cicely’s case takes a bizaare twist – and then a murder turns everything upside down… \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Praise for A Routine InfidelityClever plotting\, memorable characters – a delight! Kerry Greenwood High drama\, snappy dialogue and sensational plot twists … this is your regular\, first-class page turner. The SydneyMorning Herald. Perfect for fans of classic crime dramas. Readings \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Elizabeth will be inconversation withOlivia Wearne \n \n Olivia Wearne began her writing career as a screenwriter and has several film credits to her name. After receiving a Masters in creative writing she went on to write The Grand Tour\, which was published in 2020. Born and raised in Melbourne\, Olivia now resides in Ballarat\, Victoria\, with her filmmaker husband and two sons. Olivia & Elizabeth are no strangers to the BMI both having their books: The Woman Who Knew Too Little &  A Routine Infidelity  discussed earlier in the year. Their book have also featured in Rosemary’s Book of the Week. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Olivia Wearne | Author & Event Host\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Routine Infidelity | Elizabeth Coleman\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Woman Who Knew Too Little | Olivia Wearne\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve a copy\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: Please book via the link below\, or if you prefer contact Rosemary at the Library and she will hold a place for you. Bookings can also be made during a visit to the library E: library@balla ratmi.org.au  P: 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee\, or\, can be purhased in the Library. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book Now\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is a BMI Community Cultural Project – Ballarat’s Oldest Cultural Institution \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/sophie-green/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/sp-promo-talks-sophie-green.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR