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:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20230401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20230930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230322T052741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T053247Z UID:35964-1685300400-1685307600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Life Drawing in the Basement DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/life-drawing-in-the-basement-copy-copy/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/641b9c63dce404b6288d524a.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230321T005544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T052938Z UID:35656-1685296800-1685300400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Silent Film with Live Band | Buster Keaton in 'The General' DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/silent-film-with-live-band-buster-keaton-in-the-general/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Comedy,Culture,Film,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6407e4ff7a5635e16634984b.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230322T052852Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T052627Z UID:35966-1685282400-1685289600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Life Drawing in the Basement DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/life-drawing-in-the-basement-copy-copy-copy/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/641b9c63dce404b6288d524a.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230528T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230403T234034Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T052243Z UID:37168-1685271600-1685289600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-copy-copy/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230527T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230527T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T233037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T052035Z UID:36184-1685185200-1685203200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-6/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230526T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230526T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T233725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T051509Z UID:36193-1685098800-1685116800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-5/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T233604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T051119Z UID:36191-1685012400-1685030400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-4/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230525T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230403T064243Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230710T032706Z UID:37134-1685010600-1685016000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Photography of the BMI | Special Programs DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-photography-of-the-bmi-special-programs/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/looking-down-lydiard-street-north-showing-federal-hotel-mh1897.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230321T000642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230505T003752Z UID:35642-1684949400-1684954800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2023 | Season 2\, Session 5 | Ballarat Heritage Festival DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-season-2-ballarat-heritage-festival-3/ LOCATION:Chinese Library\, 200 Sturt Street CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Culture,The Collection,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/twilight-talks-gold-black-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T233445Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T050020Z UID:36189-1684926000-1684944000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-3/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230524T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230403T064213Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T045148Z UID:37133-1684924200-1684929600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Artwork of the BMI | Special Programs DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-artwork-of-the-bmi-special-programs/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/BMI-project-update-2-Mar-2022-4-pre-conservation.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T222238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T011342Z UID:36146-1684868400-1684872000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours | Ballarat Heritage Festival DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-ballarat-heritage-festival-3/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/BMI_upshot_evening.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230515T053426Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053446Z UID:39816-1684245600-1684249200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Day Tour of the Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/tours-of-ballarat-mechanics-institute-heritage-2/ LOCATION:Library Ground Floor\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:BMI Produced Event,Culture,Tours ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/BMI-facade.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T233214Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T043831Z UID:36186-1684839600-1684857600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibitiion/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230523T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230321T000449Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230517T050827Z UID:35640-1684837800-1684843200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks 2023 | Season 2\, Session 4 | Ballarat Heritage Festival DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-season-2-ballarat-heritage-festival-2/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Culture,The Collection,Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/twilight-talks-gold-black-2023.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T232402Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T042634Z UID:36178-1684753200-1684771200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-2/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T143000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230328T020210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T042439Z UID:36634-1684751400-1684765800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Cataloguing workshop | AMaGa | Geraldine Brault DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/cataloguing-workshop-amaga-geraldine-brault/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/managing-your-collection-vc-logo.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230522T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230403T064019Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T045241Z UID:37131-1684751400-1684756800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Baron von Mueller Collection | Special Programs DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/baron-von-mueller-collection-special-programs/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/grimwade.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230322T052457Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230515T053759Z UID:35962-1684695600-1684702800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Life Drawing in the Basement (this event now cancelled) DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/life-drawing-in-the-basement-copy/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/641b9c63dce404b6288d524a.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T221945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T011211Z UID:36143-1684695600-1684699200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours | Ballarat Heritage Festival (Originally scheduled 9pm-10pm) DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-ballarat-heritage-festival-2/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/BMI_upshot_evening.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230404T041607Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T041835Z UID:37396-1684677600-1684684800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Life Drawing in the Basement DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/life-drawing-in-the-basement-copy-copy-2/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/641b9c63dce404b6288d524a.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230403T233853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T040910Z UID:37166-1684666800-1684684800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition-copy/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230403T063758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T045333Z UID:37129-1684665000-1684670400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Ballarat Courier Collection | Special Programs DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-ballarat-courier-collection-special-programs/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/ballarat-courier-11-september-1915-page-5-heritage-reading-room-4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230520T235500 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230521T010000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T221229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230516T010919Z UID:36126-1684626900-1684630800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Minerva's Secrets | Night Tours | Ballarat Heritage Festival DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/minervas-secrets-night-tours-ballarat-heritage-festival/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/BMI_upshot_evening.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230520T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230520T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230411T234830Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230421T020449Z UID:37851-1684584000-1684616400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Victorian Pinup Pageant 2023 & Revue de Ballarat DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/victorian-pinup-pageant-2023-and-revue-de-ballarat-her-majestys/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Heritage Festival,Externally Produced Event,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/pageant.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230520T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230520T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T232803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T040203Z UID:36181-1684580400-1684598400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-ballaarat-mechanics-exhibition/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230519T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230519T160000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230323T224741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230404T035806Z UID:36150-1684494000-1684512000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Living Heritage Exhibition DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/living-heritage-at-the-ballaarat-mechanics-institute-exhibition/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition,The Collection ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/6413133691792ea538a2c867.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230519T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230519T120000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230322T052316Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T002837Z UID:35957-1684492200-1684497600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:The Heritage Collection | Special Program DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n When lemons give you life Anna Johnston Don’t miss Anna... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ANZAC Day | Ballarat Arch of Victory & Avenue of Honour\n ANZAC Day Feel the Spirits  The Arch of Victory Avenue... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2026 BMI Appeal | Give now\n A message from the President Support the Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week\n The Drowning Fiona Lowe Don’t miss Fiona at the BMI... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/the-heritage-collection-special-program/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Ballarat Heritage Festival,BMI Produced Event,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/641315e3602909f94cc8096a.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230518T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230518T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T221214 CREATED:20230202T030347Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T011423Z UID:33952-1684438200-1684443600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - A Hero (Ghahreman) DESCRIPTION:Take part in this important BMI fundraiser \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Featuring three fabulous bands: The Hideaways\, The Harmonies & Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways takes its name from the iconic Ballarat cafe we all used to visit in the 60’s. We play every Thursday afternoon in Russell’s studio where we rock on to our most loved tunes. Russell and Roly have played together for many years as The Average Band\, Robert and Roly both played guitar in Zane Grey and John went on to play in Once\, Parrots\, Biggish Band\, Valiants and the Surf Shadows. They recently played at the sold out Swinging 60’s night at the Mecure Convention Centre Ballarat. Russell White – (Lead Guitar\, Vocals)\, Roland Wetherall – (Bass\, Vocals)\, Rob Wilkie – (Drums\, Vocals)\, John Ducardus – (Guitar\, Vocals). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Hideaways\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n A Ballarat band who have been together as a three piece for 7 years and consists of Thea Wilson on vocals\, Keith Ruyg on guitar\, percussion and vocals and John Adriaans on Bass and vocals. The trio specialises in 50s 60s and 70s music\, playing all the old favorites from years gone by.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Harmonies \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows \n \n \n \n \n \n The Surf Shadows is a Ballarat-based band that has played around Western Victoria for the past decades. We love the old surf instrumentals and blend these with some Shadows\, hence the name! We do some vocals to complement the instrumentals\, but you won’t hear any Beach Boys type surf! Both Bruce Schmidt (guitar) and bass player\, Kevin Zibell\, grew up in Mildura\, where the Murray River surf was pretty wild at Apex Park\, especially when a paddle steamer passed! Bruce and Kev are joined by John Ducardus (guitar) and Dave Dahlenburg (drums) to complete the line up. John surfed the breakers on Lake Wendouree in his youth while Dave went looking for whatever water he could find around Nhill. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Surf Shadows\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The music will be predominantly retro rock & surf sounds from the 60’s & 70’s. There will be dancing and a 2 course dinner provided by Malcolm Roberts and a free drink on arrival.   \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Room will be set for round tables of 10 people and the bar will be open all night. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Tickets: $120 per person or $110 per BMI members.  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to our supporters and providers \n \n Premium Wine Wholesaler | The Hideaways | The Harmonies | Surf Shadows | Waller & Chester Printers \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \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. 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