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:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20230401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20230930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231012T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231012T210000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230202T033132Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T011345Z UID:33975-1697139000-1697144400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - Lo and Behold: Reveries of the Connected World DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-loandbehold/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/1200x675mf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231018T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231018T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230718T050004Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T044500Z UID:41876-1697637600-1697641200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:A Talk by Dr Phil Roberts OAM | Under Minerva's Gaze | Victorian Seniors Festival DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/under-minervas-gaze-seniors-festival/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Talk ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/BMI_upshot_evening-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231022T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231022T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230705T043021Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T015104Z UID:41368-1698001200-1698004800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-7/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/night-tours-square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231022T210000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231022T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230705T043018Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230914T015116Z UID:41367-1698008400-1698012000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-8/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/night-tours-square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231025T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231025T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20221111T014003Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T041752Z UID:24960-1698231600-1698246000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Dried floral arrangement with Fay Marshall | Victorian Seniors Festival DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/dried-floral-arrangement-with-fay-marshall-seniors-festival/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/pexels-maria-orlova-4913358-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231028T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231028T160000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230824T231325Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250325T112300Z UID:44061-1698501600-1698508800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Fashion Parade Fundraiser | BMI Vintage & Collectables DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/fashion-parade/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Members,Vintage & Collectables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/promotional-square-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231031T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231031T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231026T001518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T001643Z UID:46766-1698760800-1698764400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tours of the Ballarat Mechanics' Institute | Series DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/day-tours-copy/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231101T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231108T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231025T220445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T003942Z UID:46684-1698865200-1699475400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Daily Rituals for Inner Peace DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/kadampa-Ballarat-sep-dec-2023-1-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231109T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231109T210000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230202T033142Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T011335Z UID:33976-1699558200-1699563600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - The Good Boss (El buen patron) DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-thegoodboss/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/LXME77JQC5AZTNLOORYLMY7JEI-e1675309297491.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231111T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231111T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230830T010931Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T232036Z UID:44323-1699711200-1699714800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:From the Shadows by Gillian Gregory | Book Launch DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/from-the-shadows-gillian-gregory/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Book Launch,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/gillian-gregory-square-promotional.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231114T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231219T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231025T233616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231026T001405Z UID:46734-1699970400-1702998000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tours of the Ballarat Mechanics' Institute | Series DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/day-tours/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231115T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231213T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231025T224708Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T003558Z UID:46713-1700074800-1702499400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Anger Management DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-series-copy/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/kadampa-Ballarat-sep-dec-2023-1-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231116T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231116T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230918T012948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T011733Z UID:45333-1700157600-1700164800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Gabriel Bergmoser DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-gabriel-bergmoser/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/gabriel-bergmoser-promotional-squre.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231117T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231117T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230928T040756Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T212012Z UID:45838-1700244000-1700258400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Melbourne Food & Wine Festival Regional | Once Upon a Time DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/melb-food-wine-regional/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Festival,Food & Wine ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/once-upon-a-time.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231126T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231126T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231019T064332Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T230517Z UID:46417-1701025200-1701028800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-november/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/costumes-night-tours-insta-facebook-special-offer-e1700018159487.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231126T210000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231126T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231019T064643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T230832Z UID:46420-1701032400-1701036000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-november-9/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/costumes-night-tours-insta-facebook-special-offer-e1700018159487.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231201T093000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231201T153000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230816T020026Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240815T053849Z UID:43742-1701423000-1701444600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Golf Day Fundraiser | Join Us at Snake Valley Golf Club DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/golf-day/ LOCATION:Snake Valley Golf Club\, 341 Chepstowe Road\, Snake Valley\, Victoria\, 3351\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Members ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/golf-day-square-promotional-image-v6.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231202 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231205 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231013T022508Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T023541Z UID:46252-1701478800-1701651599@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Summer Book Sale DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/summer-book-sale/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/bios.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231203T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231203T140000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231018T013445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T212954Z UID:46392-1701597600-1701612000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Summer Maker Market DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bmi-summer-maker-market/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Market ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/maker_image-e1628392488945.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231211T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231211T193000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231109T024316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T042434Z UID:47354-1702315800-1702323000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Members Christmas Party with the Ballarat Singers DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/members-christmas-party/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Library,Members ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/square-promo-christmas.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231214T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231214T210000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20230202T033152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T011328Z UID:33977-1702582200-1702587600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - Redemption of a Rogue DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-redemptionofarogue/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/4665.jpg.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231216T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20231216T220000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231004T220653Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231023T010731Z UID:46008-1702755000-1702764000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Motown Mistletoe with Motor City Sounds DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/motor-city-sounds-motown/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/mcs-bmi-2019_orig-adj.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240109T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240514T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231026T001524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T030128Z UID:46767-1704808800-1715698800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tours of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute | Series DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/day-tours-copy-2-2/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/BMI-woodcut_bags-low-res-1kb-e1703024949185.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240113T150000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240113T150000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20240109T042935Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T005513Z UID:49842-1705158000-1705158000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Organs of the Ballarat Goldfields | Recital 3 | Haydn Baryton Trios DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/organs-of-the-goldfields/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Classical Music,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/organs-of-the-goldfields-square.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240118T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240125T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231221T022307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T010717Z UID:49650-1705599000-1706221800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-chess-club-copy/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ballarat-chess-club-square-with-boarder.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240131T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240131T190000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231213T041518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T232612Z UID:49208-1706727600-1706727600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Choose Happiness: A Public Talk with Kelsang Luma DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/choose-happiness/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/flower-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240201T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240229T223000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231221T015804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T011205Z UID:49635-1706808600-1709245800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Chess Club DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-chess-club/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Chess Club ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/ballarat-chess-club-square-with-boarder.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240207T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240207T200000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231207T003031Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231218T043742Z UID:49057-1707328800-1707336000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Elizabeth Coleman DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-elizabeth-coleman/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/square-promo-elizabeth-coleman.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240207T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240228T203000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20231213T040534Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231213T040703Z UID:49199-1707332400-1709152200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Kadampa Meditation Series | Positive Psychology DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/kadampa-meditation-positive-psychology/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:kadampa ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/kadampa-Ballarat-sep-dec-2023-1-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240208T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20240208T210000 DTSTAMP:20260418T161135 CREATED:20240124T000807Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240130T061639Z UID:50417-1707420600-1707426000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballart Film Society | Scrapper DESCRIPTION:Tracey Lee Holmes: A Life Through Sport \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presented in Partnership with The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n September 4\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n7:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$11.78 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Minerva Space \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Image courtesy The Wheeler Centre\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport. \n \n by Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n With honesty and insight\, Tracey Lee Holmes looks back on a pioneering career and a lifelong journey through the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n For over 30 years\, Tracey Lee Holmes has been a trailblazer in Australian broadcasting – breaking ground as the first female host of a national sports program and championing gender equality both on and off the field.  Now\, with the release of her new book The Eye of the Dragonfly: A Life Seeing the World Through Sport\, she reflects on sport’s unique power to uplift the human spirit – or expose its deepest flaws – and the insights gained over a remarkable career spent documenting it all.  A sharp-eyed commentator on the intersection of sport\, politics and society\, Holmes takes the stage in Ballarat to share electrifying stories of athletic triumph and heartbreak\, while examining the powerful forces of money\, politics\, and discrimination that continue to shape the world of sport. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Eye of the Dragonfly | Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n More About Tracey Lee Holmes \n \n \n Tracey Lee Holmes\n \n \n \n In a career spanning four decades\, journalist and broadcaster Tracey Holmes has focussed her career on the intersection of sport\, politics\, and society. She is recognised at home and abroad for her in-depth analysis of current issues and major events including coverage of 14 Olympic Games. She has twice won the prestigious International Sports Press Association (AIPS) gold award\, is a recipient of the IOC Women and Sport Award – presented to women\, men or organisations who have made remarkable contributions to the development\, encouragement and reinforcement of women and girls’ participation in sport and is a recipient of Sport Australia’s Lifetime Achievement Award. Tracey is a Council member for Indigenous Football Australia\, a board member for the Oceania Australia Foundation\, a mentor for the International Olympic Committee’s Young Reporters program\, an Ambassador for the Australian Museum and the Chappell Foundation for Homeless Youth. She is producer of the Sports Ambassador podcast and YouTube channel\, and is completing her Masters in International Sports Diplomacy at Hungary University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tracey will be hosted by Tess Armstrong \n \n \n Tess Armstrong\n \n \n \n About Tess Armstrong \n \n Tess Armstrong is a radio\, television and podcast producer turned lawyer. She is also a proud member of the multi award-winning footy podcast The Outer Sanctum. With a diverse career spanning media and now law\, Tess brings creativity\, critical thinking and advocacy to her work. She believes strongly in the power of conversation \, storytelling and community to inspire change and foster connection. Outside of her professional pursuits\, she is a tragic Richmond fan\, sports enthusiast and mother of two young children. Tess continues to champion inclusive storytelling across platforms\, combining heart\, humour\, authenticity and intellect. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get tickets $11.78 includes gst and bkg fee \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Wheeler Centre \n \n \n \n \n \n The Wheeler Centre exists to support writers\, readers and thinkers. Through live and digital conversations\, debates\, readings\, performances and discussions\, it deepens public engagement with the most pressing topics of the day. It is dedicated to creative collaboration\, community engagement\, diversity\, and innovation. Melbourne was designated a UNESCO City of Literature in 2008 and this heralded the establishment of the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas – a vibrant new hub for a diverse range of organisations focussed on literature and ideas. The aim: to provide a home and important focal point for the conversations that matter to Victoria\, and indeed\, Australia. As the Centre itself took its physical shape within a newly renovated and dedicated wing of the State Library of Victoria\, our position was secured ahead of the official opening with the commitment of our patrons\, Maureen and Tony Wheeler of Lonely Planet. From that day\, the Centre for Books\, Writing and Ideas became The Wheeler Centre. Since 2009\, The Wheeler Centre has been firmly established at the heart of Victoria’s rich cultural life. Based in the Melbourne CBD on Little Lonsdale St\, the Centre is also a hub and home for writers and key literary organisations\, including the Melbourne Writers Festival\, Writers Victoria\, Express Media\, Emerging Writers’ Festival and Australian Poetry. \n \n \n \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 will be supported by Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 takes place on Wadawurrung Country. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute acknowledges the Wadawurrung People of the Kulin Nation as the first inhabitants and Traditional Custodians of the lands where we work\, learn and create. Always Was\, Always Will Be\, Aboriginal Land. URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-scrapper/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/scrapper-square.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR