BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.15.20//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: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:20220531T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220531T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200507 CREATED:20220426T044236Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220603T035153Z UID:18548-1653993000-1653998400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Reading Room | 31 May DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-reading-room-31-may-22/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES: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:20220517T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220704T110000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220731T230312Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220731T230312Z UID:20941-1652785200-1656932400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Many Roles of Nellie Melba Exhibition Copy DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-many-roles-of-nellie-melba-exhibition-copy/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/ss-web-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220517T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220704T110000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220512T045918Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220617T010748Z UID:18783-1652785200-1656932400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Many Roles of Nellie Melba Exhibition DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-many-roles-of-nellie-melba-exhibition/ LOCATION:Soldiers Hill CBD | Pop-up\, 512 Macarthur Street\, Soldiers Hill\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/ss-web-banner.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220512T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220512T213000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220204T064213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T064213Z UID:15925-1652382000-1652391000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - Lamb DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-lamb/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/Screen-Shot-2021-07-26-at-8.23.27-AM-e1643956860937.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220511T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220511T183000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220310T000624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T005651Z UID:16956-1652288400-1652293800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Yarrowee: Uncovering the secrets of the Ballarat River | Session 5 DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/2022-twilight-talks-season-1-session-5/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,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:20220504T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220504T183000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220310T000235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010422Z UID:16949-1651683600-1651689000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Yarrowee: Uncovering the secrets of the Ballarat River | Sesson 4 DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/2022-twilight-talks-season-1-session-4/ 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:20220428T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220428T110000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220322T044108Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010252Z UID:17267-1651143600-1651143600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BALLART ANZACS: How Ballarat Remembers it’s ANZACS | A Talk with Garry Snowden DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-anzacs-how-ballarat-remembers-its-anzacs-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:20220427T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220427T183000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220309T235646Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T005951Z UID:16942-1651078800-1651084200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Yarrowee: Uncovering the secrets of the Ballarat River | Session 3 DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/2022-twilight-talks-season-1-session-3/ 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:20220426T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220426T120000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20211217T020950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010827Z UID:15064-1650969000-1650974400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Reading Room | April DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-reading-room-april-22/ 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:20220421T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220421T110000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220322T043906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T013648Z UID:17265-1650538800-1650538800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BALLARAT ANZACS: The Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour | A Talk with Phil Roberts DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-anzacs-the-arch-of-victory-and-avenue-of-honour-phil-roberts/ 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:20220420T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220420T183000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220309T235040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T005955Z UID:16935-1650474000-1650479400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Yarrowee: Uncovering the secrets of the Ballarat River | Session 2 DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/2022-twilight-talks-season-1-session-2/ 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:20220414T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220414T220000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220204T063345Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T063345Z UID:15921-1649962800-1649973600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - White Riot DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/bfs-white-riot/ 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/maxresdefault-2-e1643956373930.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220414T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20220414T110000 DTSTAMP:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220322T043356Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220325T032413Z UID:17262-1649934000-1649934000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BALLARAT ANZACS: Mining Mud & Medals | A Talk with Yvon Davis DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 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:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220310T034545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T035444Z UID:16974-1649444400-1649451600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Joe Avati | 25 Live - Have Some Respect Tour DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 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:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220303T225404Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010329Z UID:16411-1649066400-1651154400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Anzacs | Display | Talks | Research DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220209T003958Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220322T235440Z UID:15994-1648324800-1648333800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:To be rescheduled - Beatles Legacy @ The BMI DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220128T024202Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220319T030656Z UID:15603-1647766800-1647784800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:BMI Maker & Community Market DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220302T072752Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220302T072752Z UID:16318-1647115200-1647120600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:David Quirk - Astonishing Obscurity DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220302T073238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T005806Z UID:16323-1647108000-1647111600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Melbourne International Comedy Festival Class Clowns | Ballarat Heat DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220204T062829Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220307T015928Z UID:15917-1646938800-1646947800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - De Gaulle DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220302T004804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010339Z UID:16266-1646215200-1647784800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Exhibition of Works | Oaky and Ginger Upcycled DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220204T030314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220215T060230Z UID:15893-1645905600-1645912800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Melbourne International Comedy Festival | Outta Town - Ballarat DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20211029T002157Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010835Z UID:13619-1645525800-1645531200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Reading Room | February DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220202T003951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T011042Z UID:15776-1645205400-1645212600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Ballarat Imaginarium - Opening Event DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20210808T040000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T071857Z UID:11138-1644757200-1644766200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Push All-Ages Tour | Mallrat + Ninajirachi | Ballarat DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20220204T061805Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220204T061931Z UID:15912-1644519600-1644528600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - Heroic Losers DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20211221T065511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211221T065511Z UID:15176-1643551200-1643562000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Three Tenors - Ballarat Italian Association DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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:20260411T200508 CREATED:20211027T002244Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220527T010844Z UID:13552-1643121000-1643126400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Reading Room | January DESCRIPTION:In Conversation with Léonie Kelsall \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n July 12\n\n \n\n @ \n\n\n6:00 pm\n\n \n\n\n\n \n - \n\n8:00 pm\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n$10 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Homestead in the Eucalypts \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Léonie Kelsall. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sometimes finding the way forward means retracing your past. \n \n \n \n \n \n When student doctor Taylor Lawrence’s city life is turned upside down\, she seeks sanctuary on her grandparents’ farm in the South Australian countryside. During the lonely nights\, she fantasises of a time long-gone; of Anna\, who\, rising at dawn to milk the cows and fetch water from the well\, is caught in a bushfire that threatens to leave her reputation as blackened as the surrounding bushland. And of Anna’s rescuer\, fellow settler\, Luke Hartmann. Reality blurs as Taylor repeatedly escapes into Anna’s world\, and she realises she must discover whether her dreams are pure fantasy—or if they recount a story more familiar than she could ever imagine. Either way\, it seems she’ll end up with a broken mind or a broken heart. The problem is\, Taylor is no longer sure which she would prefer. An entrancing new rural romance from the bestselling author of The Blue Gum Camp. ‘Léonie Kelsall is becoming the voice of the South Australian rural outback.’ Beauty and Lace on The Blue Gum Camp.Praise for Léonie Kelsall:‘A great summer read—romance\, drama and laughs . . . from one of Australia’s best rural romance writers.’ Woman’s Day on The Blue Gum Camp ‘With complex and endearing characters who will steal your heart away\, these unputdownable books will have you turning the pages long into the night.’ Karly Lane\, bestselling author of For Once In My Life ‘Léonie Kelsall is my go-to when I want a gutsy rural fiction read.’ Darry Fraser\, author of The Milliner of Bendigo ‘Warm\, witty and brimming with big-hearted country characters\, renovations and romance. A fabulous\, feel-good rural read!’ Maya Linnell\, bestselling author of Kookaburra Cottage ‘A welcome return that offers plenty of happiness\, fun and heartbreak…with a wonderful message about letting go\, seizing the day and embracing all experiences on offer…I highly recommend.’ Mrs B’s Book Reviews ‘Written with warmth\, humour and sincerity\, offering appealing characters and an engaging story…a lovely read\, sure to satisfy.’ Book’d Out \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Author \n \n Raised initially in a tiny\, no-horse town on South Australia’s Fleurieu coast\, then in the slightly more populated wheat and sheep farming land at Pallamana\, Léonie is a country girl through and through. Growing up without a television\, she developed a love of reading before she reached primary school\, swiftly followed by a desire to write. Pity the poor teachers who received chapters of creative writing instead of a single page! Léonie entertained a brief fantasy of moving to the big city (well\, Adelaide)\, but within months the lure of the open spaces and big sky country summoned her home. A registered wildlife rescuer and carer\, she now divides her time between the lush Adelaide Hills\, the location of her professional counselling practice\, and the stark\, arid beauty of the family farm at Pallamana\, which provides both the setting for many of her stories and a refuge for the rescues that can’t be released. Follow her social media for an overload of the fluffy\, fleecy\, furred and feathered inhabitants of her home and heart.Léonie is the bestselling author of The Farm at Peppertree Crossing\, The Wattle Seed Inn\, The River Gum Cottage\, The Willow Tree Wharf and The Blue Gum Camp. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enquiries:  Any event specific enquires should be direct to library@ballaratmi.org.au \n \n \n \n \n \n $10 per person plus booking fee & gst includes light refreshment. All proceeds go to the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute. Book on-line or contact Rosemary at the Libary via email library@ballaratmi.org.au or phone (03) 5331 3042 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Book here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Collins Booksellers\, Ballart on Lydiard will be handling book sales for the event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Not become a member\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ballarat National Theatre | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n Lots to dig about The Dog Logs by Evie Lamb\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Twilight Talks 2026 | Ballarat Times by Evie Lamb\n BMI’s Twilight Talks Return by Evie Lamb\, Ballarat Times The... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n Peg Rankin: A Journey of Faith and Resilience Peter Rankin... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Executive Manager Update – April 2026\n Executive Manager Update – Nev Ivey Since commencing at BMI\,... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More 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 END:VCALENDAR