BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute 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:20200404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20201003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20210403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20211002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT 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 END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220414T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220414T110000 DTSTAMP:20220325T032413Z CREATED:20220322T043356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T032413Z UID:17262-1649934000-1649934000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BALLARAT ANZACS: Mining Mud & Medals | A Talk with Yvon Davis 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-anzacs-mining-mud-and-medals-yvon-davis/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/events-image-1600-1200-anzac-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220413T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220413T183000 DTSTAMP:20220527T010012Z CREATED:20220309T230430Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010012Z UID:16885-1649869200-1649874600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Yarrowee: Uncovering the secrets of the Ballarat River | Session 1 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/2022-twilight-talks-season-1-session-1/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/tt-banner-22-V2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220408T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220408T210000 DTSTAMP:20220310T035444Z CREATED:20220310T034545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T035444Z UID:16974-1649444400-1649451600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Joe Avati | 25 Live - Have Some Respect Tour 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/joe-avati/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Comedy,Externally Produced Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/unnamed-6-e1646884459713.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220407T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220407T114500 DTSTAMP:20220527T010452Z CREATED:20220322T042236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010452Z UID:17253-1649329200-1649331900@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BALLARAT ANZACS: Stories of Courage Sacrifice & Larrikinism | A Talk with Garry Snowden 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-anzacs-stories-of-courage-sacrifice-and-larrikinism-garry-snowden/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/events-image-1600-1200-anzac-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220404T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220428T140000 DTSTAMP:20220527T010329Z CREATED:20220303T225404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010329Z UID:16411-1649066400-1651154400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Anzacs | Display | Talks | Research 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-anzacs-display-talks-research/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/events-image-1600-1200-anzac-final.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220326T200000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220326T223000 DTSTAMP:20220322T235440Z CREATED:20220209T003958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T235440Z UID:15994-1648324800-1648333800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:To be rescheduled - Beatles Legacy @ The BMI 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/beatles-legacy/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2022-01-31-at-1.18.19-pm-e1644367182115.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220320T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220320T140000 DTSTAMP:20220319T030656Z CREATED:20220128T024202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220319T030656Z UID:15603-1647766800-1647784800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Maker & Community 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-maker-community-market-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,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:20220312T200000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220312T213000 DTSTAMP:20220302T072752Z CREATED:20220302T072752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T072752Z UID:16318-1647115200-1647120600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:David Quirk - Astonishing Obscurity 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/david-quirk/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Comedy,Externally Produced Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Quirk-BMI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220312T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220312T190000 DTSTAMP:20220527T005806Z CREATED:20220302T073238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T005806Z UID:16323-1647108000-1647111600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Melbourne International Comedy Festival Class Clowns | Ballarat Heat 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/classclowns2022/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Comedy,Externally Produced Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Class-Clowns-BMI.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220310T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220310T213000 DTSTAMP:20220307T015928Z CREATED:20220204T062829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T015928Z UID:15917-1646938800-1646947800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - De Gaulle 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-de-gaulle/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/MV5BZjE5YmMwMWMtM2FkNy00NzkzLWJlNDItMmI1YTdhZTgxZmI1XkEyXkFqcGdeQXVyMTAwMzM3NDI3._V1_-e1643956050262.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220302T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220320T140000 DTSTAMP:20220527T010339Z CREATED:20220302T004804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010339Z UID:16266-1646215200-1647784800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Exhibition of Works | Oaky and Ginger Upcycled 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/exhibition-of-works-oaky-and-ginger-upcycled/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,BMI Produced Event,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/175099587_191865189262286_8462354857318695019_n-e1646206149256.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220226T200000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220226T220000 DTSTAMP:20220215T060230Z CREATED:20220204T030314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T060230Z UID:15893-1645905600-1645912800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Melbourne International Comedy Festival | Outta Town - Ballarat 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/outtatown2022/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Comedy,Externally Produced Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Outta-Town-800x600-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220222T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220222T120000 DTSTAMP:20220527T010835Z CREATED:20211029T002157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010835Z UID:13619-1645525800-1645531200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Reading Room | February 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/the-reading-room-february/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/the-reading-room-event-header-final-e1640069925423.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220218T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220218T193000 DTSTAMP:20220527T011042Z CREATED:20220202T003951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T011042Z UID:15776-1645205400-1645212600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Ballarat Imaginarium - Opening Event 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/the-ballarat-imaginarium-opening-event/ LOCATION:The Ballarat Imaginarium\, 119A Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/TBI-square-2-e1643944035184.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220213T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220213T153000 DTSTAMP:20211221T071857Z CREATED:20210808T040000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T071857Z UID:11138-1644757200-1644766200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Push All-Ages Tour | Mallrat + Ninajirachi | Ballarat 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/the-push/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Externally Produced Event,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/AllAgesLogo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220210T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220210T213000 DTSTAMP:20220204T061931Z CREATED:20220204T061805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T061931Z UID:15912-1644519600-1644528600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - Heroic Losers 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-heroic-losers/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/heroiclosers800x538-e1643955657401.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220130T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220130T170000 DTSTAMP:20211221T065511Z CREATED:20211221T065511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T065511Z UID:15176-1643551200-1643562000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Three Tenors - Ballarat Italian Association 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/the-three-tenors/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Externally Produced Event,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/the-three-tenors-e1640069815683.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220125T143000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220125T160000 DTSTAMP:20220527T010844Z CREATED:20211027T002244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010844Z UID:13552-1643121000-1643126400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Reading Room | January 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/the-reading-room-january/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/the-reading-room-event-header-final-e1640069925423.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220122T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220122T220000 DTSTAMP:20211221T063754Z CREATED:20211221T063037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T063754Z UID:15170-1642879800-1642888800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Charlie Wilde 'Allihies' Tour - Ballarat 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/charliewilde-allihies/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Externally Produced Event,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/CHARLIE-WILDE-tour-cover-e1640068623114.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220122T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220122T140000 DTSTAMP:20211130T050242Z CREATED:20211130T045553Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211130T050242Z UID:14667-1642842000-1642860000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Book Sale Fundraiser 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-book-sale-fundraiser/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/book_sale_10_1_square-e1640068474344.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211218T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211218T230000 DTSTAMP:20211101T024626Z CREATED:20211101T024622Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T024626Z UID:13718-1639854000-1639868400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:A Very Motown Christmas 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/motown-christmas/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Website_Image-01.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211211T123000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211211T223000 DTSTAMP:20211208T024509Z CREATED:20211201T051643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T024509Z UID:14716-1639225800-1639261800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:SoundCheck Studios - Summer Sounds 2021 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/soundcheck-2021/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Externally Produced Event,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/245917318_438458011243533_1293259393769842968_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="SoundCheck Studios":MAILTO:hello@soundcheckstudios.com.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211205T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211205T160000 DTSTAMP:20211201T050904Z CREATED:20211201T050904Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211201T050904Z UID:14705-1638712800-1638720000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Gather - Podcast Party 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/gather/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Externally Produced Event,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/261700737_1311501322652197_6658001133272834236_n.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Minerva's Books & Ideas":MAILTO:minervasbooksballarat@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211130T143000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211130T160000 DTSTAMP:20211104T234011Z CREATED:20211027T013848Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211104T234011Z UID:13579-1638282600-1638288000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Reading Room | November 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/the-reading-room-november/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,BMI Produced Event,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/the-reading-room-event-header-final-e1640069925423.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211120T090000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211120T140000 DTSTAMP:20220527T010809Z CREATED:20210621T014337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010809Z UID:8354-1637398800-1637416800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Maker & Community Market | Spring 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-maker-community-market-spring/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Art programs,BMI Produced Event,Culture,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:20211119T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211119T190000 DTSTAMP:20211101T024250Z CREATED:20211101T024250Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T024250Z UID:13714-1637343000-1637348400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Sparkling Wine Tasting Workshop with Dr Amie Brûlée 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/sparkling-workshop/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Wine_Pour.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211026T143000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211026T160000 DTSTAMP:20220527T010852Z CREATED:20211008T235001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010852Z UID:13020-1635258600-1635264000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Reading Room | A book reading & discussion group 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/the-reading-room/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/linda-olsson-let-me-sing-you-gentle-songs-e1633914060658.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211022T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211022T190000 DTSTAMP:20211007T005315Z CREATED:20211007T005311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211007T005315Z UID:12942-1634923800-1634929200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Champagne Tasting Workshop @ BMI 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/champagne-day-2021/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Externally Produced Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/cbad3a6926d348a1e3bea5e2e0013741-copy.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211020T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211020T130000 DTSTAMP:20220527T011012Z CREATED:20210816T062718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T011012Z UID:11408-1634724000-1634734800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Tin Art Workshop | Melinda Muscat 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/tin-art-workshop-melinda-muscat-2/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/burst-of-sunshine-2020-melinda-muscat-tin-art_adjusted_1600_1200-v3.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211009T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20211009T130000 DTSTAMP:20220527T010537Z CREATED:20210816T031559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010537Z UID:11326-1633773600-1633784400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Tin Art Workshop | Melinda Muscat 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/tin-art-workshop-melinda-muscat/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/burst-of-sunshine-2020-melinda-muscat-tin-art_adjusted_1600_1200-v3.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR