Newsletter – September 2026
Rosemary’s New Releases and Recommendations | Author Talks – Live Music – Film – LIve Theatre – Message from Executive Manager – fundraisers Digital version coming soon…
Executive Manager Update – September 2026
BMI – President Paula Nicholson Paula is currently away. Our Executive Manager, Nev Ivey has provided the following report… Executive Manager Update – September Newsletter – Nev Ivey BMI has enjoyed another busy and productive month, with strong activity throughout the building and continued progress on a number of exciting initiatives. During July an estimated
Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Neighbourhood Watch by Lauren Williams
Neighbourhood Watch Lauren Williams Don’t miss Lauren and Penny Tangey who will be talking about their new books (Neighbourhood Watch & What Rhymes With Murder?) at BMI on 2 September at 6pm ‘Neighbourhood Watch is a sharp, stylish thriller with a killer opening hook, a generous dose of dark humour, and a truly distinctive voice.’ Christian
Stage Ready: Australian Government’s Regional Arts Fund, supporting arts in regional and remote Australia.
Stage Ready programs will be listed here as they are confirmed. The BMI has received funding to launch Stage Ready — a new non-formal technical-theatre training program for regional creatives. The Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute (BMI) is pleased to announce it has secured $22,946 to deliver Stage Ready, a training program designed to support emerging production talent and
Rosemary’s Book of the Week | Red Lake by Jason Summers
Red Lake Jason Summers Sergeant Harper Quinn has returned to her sleepy hometown Koorinda in search of a quieter life. Until she learns that the town’s once glittering waterpark is being reopened, on the shores of its famous Red Lake: the place her little brother vanished into thin air 30 years ago. And then Harper
Rosemary’s Book of the Week | The Frock Shop by Sophie Green
The Frock Shop Sophie Green Don’t miss Sophie who will be in conversation with Jane Nield talking about Sophie’s new book at BMI on 12 August at 6pm Meet the Ladies of The Frock Shop Where clothes are just the start of the story Australian bestseller Sophie Green returns with a sparkling story about the beauty of
