Expression of Interest | Stallholder

Stallholder Expression of Interest

The Ballaarat Mechanics' Institute, established in 1859 is an independently run, not for profit organisation that supports a Library (funded by Library Membership) a heritage books and archive collection and event spaces for hire. The cost associated with being a part of the market excludes GST (approximate size of a trestle table). A 10% discount will be offered to Ballarat residents with a 20% discount to BMI Members. Membership enquiries @ ballaratmi.org.au | Other hirings will not be offered at the discount i.e. tables, power etc. The inaugural Maker & Community Market (13 March 2021) was hosted with a view to explore hosting a regular market to support makers & retailers, to activate our event spaces and provide local and visiting communities access to this historic venue. By submitting this form you are agreeing to your information being securely stored by the BMI, and to being contacted regarding potential opportunities. By submitting this form you are not guaranteed a place at the market. We will be in touch with you should a relevant opportunity be available. If your application is successful your requirement needs will be confirmed, and we will invoice you accordingly.

  • Approximately the size of a trestle table (1.8m) | 10% discount to Ballarat residents | 20% discount to BMI members.
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    Australian Heritage Festival

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    Tour 2 at 9.30pm – still tickets. 

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      Performance – 18 May.

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    16 to 25 May 

    Dame Nellie Melba Birthday Celebration

      Performance – 18 May.

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    Australian Heritage Festival

    Natasha Lester in conversation

    1 May at 6pm

    portrait of author with book cover

    Australian Heritage Festival

    Natasha Lester in conversation

    1 May at 6pm

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    Rozzi Bazzani. Stella Day Out: Katia Ariel & Samah Sabawi, Rachael Johns

    Ballarat Heritage Festival BMI Day Tours

    Two tours  on 20 &  21 May 

     

    with Nicole Alexander

    28 May at 6pm

    with Gail Holmes

     Wed 4 June at 6pm

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    Gabriel Bergmoser, Tracey Lee Holmes, Dianne Dempsey, Chrissie Bellbrae.

    with Michael Robotham

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    The Little Brass Band BMI Fundraiser

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    Dianne Dempsey, Chrissie Bellbrae, Paula Gleeson, Rozzi Bazzani.

    BMI Fundraiser

    Featuring:
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    The Harmonies &
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    2 course dinner & lots
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