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:20230704T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230704T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 CREATED:20230404T025826Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230501T043505Z UID:37295-1688497200-1688500800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Meet the Author | A. J. Lyndon 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/meet-the-author-aj-lyndon/ LOCATION:Heritage Reading Room\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/cannon-ballarat-2019-e1680574946680.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 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:20230702T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230702T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 CREATED:20230620T054655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230630T053237Z UID:40743-1688320800-1688328000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Be_ Hear/Now Live Music Festival | Cassells and Band: Folk & Verse 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/be_-hear-now-live-music-festival-cassells-and-band-folk-verse/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Externally Produced Event,Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Cassells-eventpromo-BHN23-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230630T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230630T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 CREATED:20230406T032945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230508T025730Z UID:37636-1688133600-1688137200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Meet the Author | Maya Linnell 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/meet-the-author-maya-linnell/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/unnamed1-e1680747452966.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 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:20230621T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230621T190000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 CREATED:20230411T035700Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230605T034811Z UID:37790-1687370400-1687374000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Exploring the Path to Clean Energy with Alan Finkel (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/the-wheeler-centre-powering-up-alan-finkel-in-ballarat/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Culture ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Powering-Up-with-Alan-Finkel-square.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 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:20230614T183000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230614T200000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 CREATED:20230530T000254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230602T020702Z UID:40168-1686767400-1686772800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Jock Serong | In Conversation 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/jock-serong-in-conversation/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/jock-serong-e1685671609469.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 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:20230608T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230608T210000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 CREATED:20230202T031300Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230912T011417Z UID:33956-1686252600-1686258000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society - Pig 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/bfs-pig/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Externally Produced Event,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/ezgif-7-0434c06698f1-compressed-1-e1675307564693.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 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:20230605T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230605T143000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 CREATED:20230328T021851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230328T023447Z UID:36665-1685961000-1685975400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Digitisation 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/digitisation-workshop-amaga-geraldine-brault-3/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Culture,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/hands-on-digitisation-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230604T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230604T153000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 CREATED:20230317T004223Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T233702Z UID:35294-1685887200-1685892600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Salon Sessions: Melba Opera Trust | This event has now been 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/salon-sessions-the-bmi-in-partnership-with-melba-opera-trust-2/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Art programs,Classical Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/about-dame-nellie-melba.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20230516T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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:20260420T224649 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 END:VCALENDAR