BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute - ECPv6.16.5.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Melbourne BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20280401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20280930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260823T130000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260823T143000 DTSTAMP:20260630T001508Z CREATED:20260629T033831Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T001508Z UID:73967-1787490000-1787495400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:You Can't Tell Anyone\, A Ballarat National Theatre Production DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/you-cant-tell-anyone-23-aug-matinee/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat National Theatre,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/YCTA-ATDW-1600-x-1200-px-e1782429973747.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat National Theatre":MAILTO:contact@bnt.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260823T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260823T193000 DTSTAMP:20260630T015250Z CREATED:20260629T033929Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260630T015250Z UID:73969-1787508000-1787513400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:You Can't Tell Anyone\, A Ballarat National Theatre Production DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/you-cant-tell-anyone-23-aug/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat National Theatre,Theatre Production ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/YCTA-ATDW-1600-x-1200-px-e1782429973747.png ORGANIZER;CN="Ballarat National Theatre":MAILTO:contact@bnt.org.au END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260902T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260902T193000 DTSTAMP:20260707T051452Z CREATED:20260707T044841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T051452Z UID:74311-1788372000-1788377400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Lauren Williams & Penny Tangey DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-lauren-williams-penny-tangey/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/sp-promo-talks-lauren-williams-penny-tangey.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260905T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260906T140000 DTSTAMP:20260619T051824Z CREATED:20260604T032725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T051824Z UID:73413-1788602400-1788703200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Book Sale | Reward yourself with some excellent Spring reading DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/book-sale-spring-bmi/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/square-promo-spring-book-sale.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260906T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260604T035434Z CREATED:20260514T044101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260604T035434Z UID:72995-1788703200-1788710400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Fashion Parade Fundraiser | Vintage & Collectables DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/fashion-parade-fundraiser-vintage-collectables/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Important Dates,Members,Vintage & Collectables ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/promotional-square-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260910T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260910T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T033843Z CREATED:20260129T052341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T033843Z UID:70438-1789068600-1789074000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Kōkā DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-film-society-koka/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/koka-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260923T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260923T193000 DTSTAMP:20260619T021935Z CREATED:20260618T020721Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T021935Z UID:73660-1790186400-1790191800@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with P. A. Swanborough DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-p-a-swanborough/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/sp-promo-talks-pa-swanborough-v2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260929T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20260929T193000 DTSTAMP:20260706T013903Z CREATED:20260630T040425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T013903Z UID:74057-1790704800-1790710200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Sally Mackinnon DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-sally-mackinnon/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/sp-promo-talks-sally-mackinnon.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261001T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261001T193000 DTSTAMP:20260619T055107Z CREATED:20260618T013735Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T055107Z UID:73652-1790877600-1790883000@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Michael Robotham DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-michael-robotham/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/sp-promo-talks-michael-robotham.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261005T180000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261005T193000 DTSTAMP:20260707T044728Z CREATED:20260707T044017Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260707T044728Z UID:74304-1791223200-1791228600@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:In Conversation with Monica McInerney DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/in-conversation-with-monica-mcinerney/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Author Talk,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/sp-promo-talks-monica-mcinerney.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261008T210000 DTSTAMP:20260331T033815Z CREATED:20260129T054045Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T033815Z UID:70446-1791487800-1791493200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Bound for Glory DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-film-society-bound-for-glory/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/bound-for-glory-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261009T190000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261009T220000 DTSTAMP:20260331T023230Z CREATED:20260203T013254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T023230Z UID:70535-1791572400-1791583200@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Telegraph Road - The Dire Straits Legacy: Matt Arthur and The Lazybones DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/telegraph-road-the-dire-straits-legacy/ LOCATION:The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Live Music ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/matt-arthur-sq-promo.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Matt Arthur Music":MAILTO:matt@mattarthurmusic.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261125T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261125T183000 DTSTAMP:20260625T023611Z CREATED:20260623T232758Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260625T023611Z UID:73816-1795627800-1795631400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Twilight Talks: Season 2\, Understanding the Language of your Body DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/twilight-talks-season-2-the-language-of-your-body/ LOCATION:BMI – Humffray Room\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Twilight Talks ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/square-promo-tt-language-of-your-body.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261210T193000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261210T210000 DTSTAMP:20260414T073342Z CREATED:20260129T055545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T073342Z UID:70454-1796931000-1796936400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Ballarat Film Society | Smiley Gets a Gun DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/ballarat-film-society-smiley-gets-a-gun/ LOCATION:BMI – Minerva Space\, 117-119 Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, VIC\, 3350 CATEGORIES:Ballarat Film Society,Film ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/smiley-sq-promo.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261212T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20261213T140000 DTSTAMP:20260619T051722Z CREATED:20260619T034945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T051722Z UID:73676-1797069600-1797170400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Book Sale | Reward yourself with some excellent Christmas reading DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/book-sale-reward-yourself-with-some-excellent-christmas-reading/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/square-promo-christmas-26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20270501T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Melbourne:20270502T140000 DTSTAMP:20260619T051712Z CREATED:20260619T051024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T051712Z UID:73683-1809165600-1809266400@ballaratmi.org.au SUMMARY:Book Sale | Reward yourself with some excellent Autumn reading DESCRIPTION:An evening of history and hope with local historian Dr Marguerita Stephens and local documentary film-maker James Freemantle. \n \n The Years of Terror meticulously documents the struggle of the Kulin clans to hold Country as La Trobe unleashed ‘the terror of British law’ on them. Based on the journal of Assistant Protector William Thomas\, this work provides a new history of colonisation at Port Phillip Naarm\, bringing the focus to bear on those violently dispossessed of lands and waters\, theirs from time immemorial. Bush to Belly is a 52 min documentary by James Freemantle\, with narration by Deborah Mailman. It’s a gorgeous story. You’re going to love these kids doing great work up in the Kimberley!  Deborah Mailman 7 Gooniyandi kids load their espresso machine in a 4-wheel drive and travel the Gibb River Road to make lattes\, cappuccinos and espressos for cyclists in some of Australia’s wildest terrain. But Bush to Belly is about more than coffee… …bulldust\, bikes and rich cultural exchange\, as a group of Indigenous kids shape their destinies. Bush to Belly has been screened on ABC International and NITV. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Years of Terror\, Banbu-Deen: Kelin and Colonists at Prot Philip 1835-1851 | Marguerita Stephens with Fay Stewart-Muir\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Film-maker James Freemantle\, with Narrator\, Deborah Mailman.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr Marguerita Stephens | Photo: Renee Price for Collins Booksellers on Lydiard\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Download Flyer\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings: This event is free bookings are essential. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bookings\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This event has been organised in partnership with Collins Booksellers on Lydiard \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n BMI news \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Seen Again by Benita Bensch\n Seen Again: Light On Matrescence Benita Bensch Don’t miss Benita... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Secrets of Provence by Daisy Wood.\n The Secrets of Provence Daisy Wood Provence\,1940 Thrown out of... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n A Message from the Chair | BMI Board of Directors | July 2026\n Membership Contriubtions I imagine many of you have received requests... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Newsletter – July 2026\n Rosemary's New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks - Live... \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Load More URL:https://ballaratmi.org.au/event/book-sale-reward-yourself-with-some-excellent-autumn-reading/ LOCATION:Lending Library\, Sturt Street\, Ballarat Central\, Victoria\, 3350\, Australia CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Library ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://ballaratmi.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/square-promo-autumn-26.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR