Bruno Benini, Graeme Jones, Robyn Fong, Lucinda Wills Model, Fashion Concept: Gala, photographed at The Garden of the National Gallery of Victoria 1972 (detail). Collection: Museum of Applied Arts and Sciences, Sydney, courtesy Bruno Benini Estate.
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Captain Joseph Perry of The Salvation Army, whilst manager of the Ballarat Prison-Gate Home, set up his own photographic studio and dark room. He produced and used his own glass lantern-slides to emphasise his sermons and lectures. Such was the impact of his lantern shows that in November 1891 he was brought to the Melbourne Headquarters to produce a set of lantern-slides to advertise the visit of William Booth to Australia. Thus the “Limelight Department” of The Salvation Army was born, its pioneering film production and presentation unit in Australia. The unit also documented Australia’s Federation ceremonies in 1901. The Salvation Army Heritage Centre salvationarmy.org.au
The name “Ballaarat” is derived from the Wathaurung Aboriginal name for the area, balla arat, meaning “resting place”. Built on fortunes made from the 1850s gold rush, Ballarat is known for its rich history, culture and beautifully preserved Victorian era architecture. You’d be forgiven for thinking you’re in Europe.
Ballarat is still yielding treasure today, in the form of quirky shops, hidden bars and worldclass cafés and restaurants... not to mention our lively music, art and performance scene. Best of Ballarat has been created to help visitors and locals make the most of what Ballarat has to offer... so start exploring!!
Ballaratians are spoilt for choice when it comes to eating out. You’ll find a strong and vibrant cafe culture just like in the big smoke. Farm-gate to plate doesn’t come any fresher than direct from the heartland of regional Victoria. Gourmet menus matched with boutique local wines can be savoured in intimate restaurants, or sample hand-crafted beer and hearty pub fare in rejuvenated historic venues. Ballarat is a foodie’s delight.
Munster Arms Hotel
A traditional Spanish tapas bar & restaurant, at Meigas it’s all about sharing & enjoying a different cultural experience, while sampling a variety of traditional dishes from all over Spain.
Tue-Sat 12pm til late
33 Armstrong St Nth 5331 9444
North Indian Cuisine dine-in (BYO) & takeaway ($30 min.) Free rice with every curry. Lunch Deals: $9 veg, $10.50 non veg.
Mon-Fri: Lunch 12-2:30pm, Dinner 5-10pm
Sat & Sun: Dinner only 5-10pm
432 Sturt St
5340 0844
aromaofindia.com.au
A small comfortable cafe serving excellent coffee, light meals & nice sweet things. The prices are low, & the service is friendly. A great escape from daily pressures, recommended by a large, loyal following of satisfied customers.
Mon-Fri 8-4, Sat & Sun 9-1
Ballarista
Hop Temple is the place to eat, drink & socialise in Ballarat. Hop Temple pays homage to the frothy beverage itself. A place of appreciation, to worship beer –not just craft beer, but all beer –Hop does not discriminate. Rear of 24-28 Armstrong St 5317 7158
hoptemple.com.au
Dine in Ballarat’s grandest of settings in the historic courtyard of Craig’s Royal Hotel. The spacious glass roofed conservatory restaurant is the perfect place for informal dining. Breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days.
10 Lydiard St Sth Reservations 5331 1377
craigsroyal.com.au
Red Duck has been brewing craft beers for over 11 years. We offer a small cellar door experience where you can taste & purchase some of our many delicious all-natural beers. Mon-Fri 10am – 4pm Sat 12–5pm
11A Michaels Drive Alfredton 5332 0723
redduckbeer.com.au
Serving premium Genovese coffee together with delicious homemade meals and snacks, Craig’s Larder is ideal for express service or a relaxing brunch with great coffee.
Mon-Fri 8am – 6pm
Sat-Sun 9am – 6pm
10 Lydiard St Sth 5331 1377
craigsroyal.com.au
Ballarat’s original gastro pub and craft beer destination. Open until 1am on weekends. Outdoor area with ping pong & lounge with fireplace. Happy hour every day until 6pm and all day Sunday. Trivia Wednesdays, cheap meals Thursdays. Open Wed-Sun.
20 Skipton St
5331 1073
themallow.com.au
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Experience our beers with a tasting paddle or by the glass. The bar also offers local cider and wines, bar snacks and light meals. Relax on our comfortable couches in a family friendly environment.
Open Friday – Sunday
884 Humffray St Sth
Mount Pleasant
cubbyhausbrewing.com.au
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Ballarat’s friendly gastro pub. Great range of craft beers and an extensive menu with a difference. Award winning coffee by Beat. Great staff & service. Lunch & Dinner
Mon-Sat, Sun Lunch Family Roast (bookings only)
themunsterarmshotel.com.au
10 Victoria St
Bakery Hill
Map1
Located in the heart of Ballarat, we are the Ballarat community’s family owned small batch brewery. Boasting an eclectic range of beer styles, we promise to give you a taste of Ballarat you won’t soon forget.
Open 7 days
47 Mair St 5332 7031
athleticclubbrewery.com.au
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A menu created from only the freshest local produce, Carboni’s Italian Kitchen offers an authentic Italian dining experience. Enjoy drinks in the refurbished bar and the modern ambience of this lively place.
Mon-Fri 11 – 3 / 5 – 9
Sat-Sun 8 – 3 / 5 – 9
152 Eureka St 5331 2184
carbonis.com.au
Enjoy a feast of good food every day at Billy’s Bistro & Bar. Choose a sharing platter or an individual serving from Billy’s Mediterranean inspired menu. All our ingredients are fresh from the market daily. Open daily from 7am
Last orders 9pm 613 Main Rd 1800 881 627 (opposite Sovereign Hill)
Kilderkin Distillery is rapidly becoming known for its high quality artisan gins. a SCOUNDREL is a dry gin and THE Larrikin is an Australian gin. Available at our Cellar Door. Mon-Fri 10-4, Sat 12-5.
11A Michaels Drive
Alfredton 5332 0723
kilderkindistillery.com.au
In the belly of The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery is a welcoming cave of whisky, wine, cake and conversation. The Lost Ones Basement Bar is a little hard to find, but once you’ve found us there’s no forgetting.
Wed-Sat 11am –11pm, Sun 11am – 7pm
14 Camp St (via alley)
4343 1754
thelostones.com.au
The shopping hubs of Sturt St and Bridge Mall cater for almost anything you could need, but delve a little further and you’ll find some hidden gems too. Ballarat’s shopkeepers bring colour to our streets in the form of beautifully curated spaces. Pay them a visit and find out why residents of our city love to #buylocalballarat.
The Crafty Squirrel
The shop & studio of textile artist & designer Morgan Wills, The Crafty Squirrel stocks pieces from the designer’s label + vintage treasures, craft kits, gorgeous haberdashery & gifts collected from around the world.
Thu & Fri 10 – 5, Sat 10 – 4
Cnr Errard & Urquhart Sts
5331 4548
thecraftysquirrel.com.au
Sweet Fern is a treasure trove of luxurious fragrances, exclusive perfumes & the complete Aesop collection in the heart of Ballarat. A unique & contemporary perfumery which celebrates the artisanal, the unique & whimsical.
114 Armstrong St Sth
5332 9297
sweetfern.com.au
Two businesses in one spot. Barbarona and Vintagy stock a large array of vintage and pre-loved clothing & accessories plus fancy dress hire. Located in a vintage shopping strip just off the Bridge Mall.
Mon-Fri 10 - 5, Sat 10 - 3
20 Main Rd
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Whether it’s for coffee and cake or a fashion shopping extravaganza Studio g.a.s Ballarat is a destination must!
A quaint little store whose eclectic fashion style sets the perfect foundation for a mix ‘n match smorgasbord between labels, styles and shoes.
M-F 10-5.30 S 10-4
207a Creswick Rd
A paper circus, a wind-up scooter girl, journals, baskets, stationery, felt, books, cards... Playing in the Attic is a curious extraordinarium of all wondrous things encouraging you to play!
Open Wed-Sat 10am – 4pm
119A Sturt St
0428 580 309
An enchanting gift & homeware store right in the heart of Ballarat, Try & Guess proudly stocks local, Australian & Fair Trade delights, whilst giving back to the local community. Simply beautiful! Open Mon-Sat.
332 Sturt St
5331 9202
tryguess.com.au
Artists & artisan hand made local products, gifts & souvenirs from Ballarat and across Australia. Supporting the Biennale of Australian Art (Ballarat 2018). Available at
Hepburn Spa & Bath House
Mineral Springs Reserve Rd
Hepburn Springs
Online Store: boaa.net.au
Eerie Tours Ballarat
One of Australia’s best preserved heritage cities, Ballarat will have you intrigued with her grand historic buildings, beautiful gardens and cobbled laneways. Ballarat’s many museums and tours bring history to life, revealing secrets and stories of times past. With so much on offer in Ballarat you may just want to extend your stay!
Cuthberts Charter Tram
Espionage will test your mental strength as you solve a series of puzzles in order to be victorious and thwart the evils within. Pick a team of 2-5 people and test yourselves out to solve the puzzle within 60 minutes. Open every day.
2nd Floor, 19 Albert St 0411 491 008
escapadepuzzle.com.au
Ride an authentic Ballarat tram (some over 100 years old). Buy real tram tickets from the conductor and travel 1.3km of original track through the beautiful Botanical Gardens on the west side of Lake Wendouree. Open weekends, school and public holidays.
Wendouree Parade
5334 1580
btm.org.au
Cuthberts 939, opulently refurbished in 1940s style for private charter as an exclusive function tram. Fully equipped, heated & air-conditioned ready to transport your guests along the shores of Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Botanical Gardens.
CHARTER BOOKINGS: 5334 1580
bookings@btm.org.au
cuthberts939.com.au
Discover Ballarat’s dark side with the Ballarat Ghost Tour and Ballarat Old Cemetery Tour. Explore underground buildings, alleyways and the remains of the Old Ballarat Gaol, or Australia’s premier Goldrush cemetery.
Eerie Tours 1300 856 668 eerietours.com.au
Aradale Ghost Tours takes you through Australia’s largest abandoned lunatic asylum. 2 hour Ghost Tours, investigation tours, and 6 hour Ultimate tours available. One of the most popular ghost tours in the country.
Eerie Tours 1300 856 668 eerietours.com.au
The historic gym of the WW2 RAAF base is the home, museum and workshop for a volunteer group dedicated to the restoration of an RAAF Avro Anson. See displays of uniforms, aircraft radios, memorabilia, artifacts, aircraft models and early aviation history. Open weekends 1 – 5pm
Ballarat Airfield, Airport Rd 5332 4651
Coming to Ballarat
Coming to Ballarat 2018
Coming
Ballarat 2018
21 Sep – 6 Nov
150 Australian Artists, 60 Solo Exhibitions across 5 art zoned Villages
150 Australian Artists, 60 Solo Exhibitions across 5 art zoned Villages
150 Australian Artists, 60 Solo Exhibitions across 5 art zoned Villages
150 Australian Artists, 60 Solo Exhibitions across 5 art zoned Villages
150 Australian Artists, 60 Solo Exhibitions across 5 art zoned Villages
36 Sculptors showcased in the Lake Wendouree Sculpture Trail
36 Sculptors showcased in the Lake Wendouree Sculpture Trail
36 Sculptors showcased in the Lake Wendouree Sculpture Trail
36 Sculptors showcased in the Lake Wendouree Sculpture Trail
36 Sculptors showcased in the Lake Wendouree Sculpture Trail
Large outdoor projects and performance art happenings
Large outdoor projects and performance art happenings
Large outdoor projects and performance art happenings
Large outdoor projects and performance art happenings
Large outdoor projects and performance art happenings
Equal representation from each state and territory
Equal representation from each state and territory
Equal representation from each state and territory
Equal representation from each state and territory
Equal representation from each state and territory
Comprehensive education and community engagement programs
Complimentary food, wine and music events
Comprehensive education and community engagement programs
Comprehensive education and community engagement programs
Comprehensive education and community engagement programs
Comprehensive education and community engagement programs
Ballarat like you have never seen before
Complementary food, wine and music events
Complementary food, wine and music events
Complementary food, wine and music events
Complementary food, wine and music events
Ballarat like you have never seen before
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The visual arts are alive and well in Ballarat. Home to Australia’s oldest regional art gallery, Ballarat is attracting major festivals whilst enjoying a strong local arts scene. A short walk will take you from the historic statues of Sturt St, to the Art Gallery of Ballarat and through to the Camp St arts precinct. Make sure to check out the exhibition listings in our What’s On section.
David LaChapelle
American Jesus: Hold me, carry me boldly, 2009 (detail) Ballarat International Foto Biennale Art Gallery of Ballarat
The Lost Ones is a contemporary art gallery and wine bar in the heart of heritage Ballarat. Housed in an 1870s Masonic temple, The Lost Ones hosts exhibitions, workshops, performances, art classes and more.
Wed-Sun 11am – 4pm
14 Camp St
4343 1754
thelostones.com.au
Enjoy one of the best collections of Australian art in the country, with leading artists from all eras represented. Catch one of the exciting exhibitions, browse the shop or enjoy great food in the café.
Open daily 10am – 5pm
40 Lydiard St Nth
5320 5858
artgalleryofballarat.com.au
The Australian Ballet GISELLE Sat 8 July at Her Majesty’s Image by Jeff Busby
The Martin Kantor Portrait Prize is an exceptional showcase of portraits of significant Australians, exhibited upstairs in the A Hall at the Ballarat Town Hall (19 Aug - 17 Sep). The winner will be announced at the exhibition on Sun 20 Aug at 2pm. See the 28 finalists at: ballaratfoto.org
James Geer, Bill Henson, 2017
James Geer is a Ballarat International Foto Biennale Martin Kantor Portrait Prize finalist
What’s on? .....plenty!
Our mission is to make sure you never miss an event. And we’d love to see visitors sharing these experiences with the locals - what better way to get under the skin of a city? There’s so much to do each month in Ballarat: exhibitions, comedy, theatre, live music, film screenings, markets and so much more. Get amongst it!
UNTIL 6 AUG
Untold stories of long forgotten women and the pursuit of gold. Liz Blizzard’s paintings reflect on stories about pioneering women that have been forgotten or ignored.
Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth
UNTIL 11 AUG
BUGGER OF A TRIP
Walkley award nominated and long time Fairfax photo journalist Neil Newitt documents the unexpected in the spaces and places left behind by human interaction in the Australian landscape.
RAT Gallery @ Ballarista, 2A Lydiard St Sth
UNTIL 12 AUG
This special exhibition of recent work by FedUni’s undergraduate Visual Arts students showcases new work by our next hot crop of visual artists and designers.
Post Office Gallery Cnr Sturt & Lydiard St
UNTIL 13 AUG
UP NORTH Claire McArdle
A diary of objects from the time Claire spent as a resident artist in Blonduos, Iceland.
ENGAGE & EXCHANGE Bridget Kennedy
An installation of 10,000 beeswax rings, embedded with precious metals with an enticing gold ring at the centre. Viewers are encouraged to ‘help themselves’, confronting their relationship with greed, permanence, impermanence and destruction through human interaction.
The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery 14 Camp St
UNTIL 13 AUG
VAST Robyn Mayo
A visual record of artist Robyn Mayo’s travels in central Australia between 1996 and 2013, consisting of landscapes and intimate flora and fauna studies.
Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth
UNTIL 13 AUG
RECOLLECTION Rachel Peters
Combining materials, Rachel Peters fashions images of water bodies as they simultaneously flow through & create the environment – images that she calls metaphors for the inner life and for her own story.
Backspace Gallery 15 Camp St
UNTIL 13 AUG
OUR WONDERFUL WORLD
This interactive exhibit challenges visitors, children and adults alike, to consider democracy and their role as active citizens. Using stickers, participants create pictures of the things, people, feelings and ideas that contribute to building the world they want to live in.
M.A.D.E Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka
102 Stawell St Sth
5 & 6 AUG
GARDEN MAGIC
A joint exhibition of sculptures by Tim Sedgwick and paintings by Anne Chibnall.
art HALL 323 High St, Learmonth
5 AUG - 4 SEP
PRO HART FAVOURITES
Kevin Charles “Pro” Hart MBE, was considered the father of the Australian Outback painting movement and his works are widely admired for capturing the true spirit of the outback.
Gallery on Sturt 421 Sturt St
7 - 28 AUG
LANDSCAPES OF THE GOLDRUSH
Works by Brendon Cooper. Natural and urban landscapes directly or indirectly impacted by the gold rush. Opening Fri 11 Aug, 6pm.
Blue Artz Gallery & Café
1039 Howitt St, Wendouree
16 AUG - 17 SEP
Internationally recognised Australian photographic artist Tamara Dean explores rites of passage and the transitional nature of youth in her large-scale artworks. Artist talk Thu 17 Aug, 6pm.
The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery 14 Camp St
The centrepiece of the 2017 Ballarat International Foto Biennale, this is the first time David LaChapelle will exhibit in Australia. LaChapelle is known internationally for his exceptional talent in combining a unique hyper-realistic aesthetic with profound social messages. His striking images have graced the covers of Italian Vogue, French Vogue, Vanity Fair, GQ, Rolling Stone and i-D. He has photographed some of the most recognised faces on the planet – Madonna, Leonardo DiCaprio, Angelina Jolie, Muhammad Ali, Hilary Clinton, Uma Thurman, Pamela Anderson & Whitney Houston, to name a few. He uses his photographic works as a mirror to the public about wide spread consumerism and its association with idols. A nationally exclusive exhibition of up to 90 of LaChapelle’s works spanning 30 years.
Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth
19 AUG - 17 SEP
From abandoned Japanese theme parks, to Italy’s magical Dolomite Mountains, bodybuilding poses, and our obsession with selfies, to some of the world’s greatest photographers including iconoclastic American superstar, David LaChapelle, the 12th Ballarat International Foto Biennale will showcase over 100 exhibitions from local and international artists over 30 days. New Artistic Director Fiona Sweet’s first Biennale program will also include participatory events, workshops, talks, portfolio reviews, education programs and outdoor events. Full program: ballaratfoto.org
25 AUG - 3 SEP
Now in its 10th year, the Flanagan Art Prizehosted by St Patrick’s College - has continued to grow into one of the region’s most sought after and respected awards.
St Patrick’s College 1431 Sturt St
19 AUG - 17 SEP
More than 70 cafes, galleries and wine bars across the city, providing the launch pad for hundreds of new and emerging artists. ballaratfoto.org
Loris Button Regarding the Passage of Time FROM THE BOWER: PATTERNS OF COLLECTING Art Gallery of Ballarat
28 AUG - 25 SEP
THE ART OF HEALING
Anonymous local artist
Blue Artz Gallery & café
1039 Howitt St, Wendouree
GORDON MONRO: NANOCOSM
A miniature world that lives in a computer program written by the artist. Inhabited by hexagonal entities that spawn, move & fuse, shown by video projection, evolving in real time.
Artist talk Sat 5 Aug, 2pm.
Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth
Artwork and items - curiosities, natural history specimens, memorabilia, discarded books & china, domestic textiles, carpet & linoleum and old tools of trade - from the unique collections of artists Loris Button, Deborah Klein, Louise Saxton & Carole Wilson. Artist talk Sat 12 Aug, 2pm.
Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth
This exhibition, which presents two major gifts to the Gallery of Orthodox Christian icons, is dedicated to the role of icons as agents of intercession.
Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth
Get up close to the props, costumes, photography & sets that bring The Doctor Blake Mysteries to life. Gold Museum Bradshaw St
SAT 19 AUG 7:30pm
VERNISSAGE
The official opening of the 2017 Ballarat International Foto Biennale and Tell - an exhibition of 17 contemporary Indigenous photographers, curated by Jessica Clark. Open to the public, the Vernissage will give you an opportunity to experience a taste of what is to come over 30 days and five weekends of photographic art, while enjoying delicious paella by local chef Peter Ford and wine, beer & spirits from the cash bar. The Mining Exchange 12 Lydiard St Nth
FRI 25 AUG 8pm - late
COLOUR BALL
Add a splash of colour to your evening with the 2017 Colour Ball. The black tie event (with pops of colour, of course) will feature live and silent auctions, fine wine and fine food, all set within the Tell exhibition in the historic Mining Exchange. Dress Code: Black Tie with flair and colour. Catering by Peter Ford and drinks provided.
Tix: ballaratfoto.org/events/colour
The Mining Exchange 12 Lydiard St Nth
SAT 26 AUG / 2 SEP / 9 SEP 6:30 - 10pm
COURIER 150th ANNIVERSARY
Celebrating The Courier’s 150-year anniversary, this exhibition showcases significant Ballarat photojournalists and highlights the events of Ballarat’s history. Starting in 1867, each weekend will showcase 50 years of the publication with projections of images on Lydiard House.
Lydiard House 17 Lydiard St Nth
(best viewing from The Mining Exchange)
SAT 26 - SUN 27 AUG 11am - 11am
Projections Sun 27 Aug after dark
BALLARAT FOTO DAY
A true 24 hour photographic experience. Whether you’re an amateur photographer or have professional experience, everyone is invited to take a photo of a Ballarat icon, follow BallaratFoto on Instagram and tag #ballaratfotoday. All photos will be projected on Lydiard House on Sun 27 Aug after dark and three winners will each receive a slab of Athletic Club beer, with their winning photo as the label. Get snapping!
Lydiard House 17 Lydiard St Nth
(best viewing from The Mining Exchange)
SAT 2 & SUN 3 SEP 10am - 4pm
BALLARAT FOTO BOOK FAIR
Join us for a two-day book fair, with beautiful books, photos and products from publishing houses and organisations including Particle Books, Momento, M.33 and Bookhouse.
The book fair is sponsored by Momento Pro. Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth
SAT 9 SEP 5 - 11pm
LANEWAYS AFTER DARK
Laneways After Dark returns for a third year, this time in association with the Ballarat International Foto Biennale. Tour the exciting core and fringe sites of the festival by day, then extend your visit with free live music (headline act The Teskey Brothers), food and light installations in the evening from 5pm. An exciting event for all ages!
A City of Ballarat Arts & Culture event hosted by the Ballarat International Foto Biennale. Alfred Deakin Place
(rear of Art Gallery of Ballarat) 40 Lydiard St Nth
SAT 9 SEP 6:30pm
DEBORAH CONWAY LIVE
Lose yourself in the stunning sounds of Deborah Conway and Willy Zygier. The beloved Australian duo will present an intimate night of music in the lush surrounds of the Ballarat Synagogue – the perfect way to spend a Saturday night.
Tix: ballaratfoto.org/events/deborah-conway Ballarat Synagogue 2 Barkly St, Ballarat East
WED 13 SEP 7:30pm
SCAPEGOAT: JOSHUA HYDE & NOAM BIERSTONE
Experience the sounds of Josh and the Scapegoat, an experimental saxophone and percussion duo who also employ video and lighting design in their mind-bending act. Formed in Paris in 2013 by Australian saxophonist Joshua Hyde and Canadian percussionist Noam Bierstone, the band has performed in France, Germany, Sweden, Canada, the US, the UK and beyond.
A Ballarat Arts Foundation event hosted by Ballarat International Foto Biennale.
Tix: ballaratfoto.org/events/scapegoat
The Mining Exchange 12 Lydiard St Nth
THU 3 AUG 6 - 7:30pm
WRITING & CONCEPTS WITH JULIEN LEYRE
Fed Uni Arts Academy hosts a special instalment of the WRITING & CONCEPTS lecture series as part of a full day of events devoted to Design.
WRITING & CONCEPTS is a public lecture series and publication reflecting on the relationship between the process of writing and the development of social, political and philosophical questions within contemporary arts and cultural practice. The lecture is free and open to the general public.
Federation University Arts Academy
Helen MacPherson Smith Theatre, Lydiard St Nth
SAT 5 AUG 2 - 4pm
WORKSHOP
Learn about Nigerian traditional rhythms in afrobeat, worror and highlife music from Nigerian Afrobeat master Olugbade Okunade and world class drummer
Tony Priest from Alárìíyá. Workshop is followed by an afro-party with Nigerian band, Alárìíyá and Ballarat’s very own Stella Savy Avek Frers.
Bookings: suttonshouseofmusic.com.au
Suttons House of Music 31 Sturt St
SUN 27 AUG 10am - 4pm
BALLARAT INTERNATIONAL FOTO BIENNALE
MICHELLE DUNN
Learn the basics in shooting with off camera flash speedlites. For intermediate to advanced photographers proficient with shooting on manual mode in natural light and want to learn off camera flash photography. Bookings: ballaratfoto.org
Federation University 7 Camp St
THU 31 AUG
Join us at our beautiful little boutique in the heart of Ballarat. Enjoy a glass of French champagne and a sweet treat as you explore the world of boutique fragrances and discover your signature scent.
Bookings: sweetfern.com.au 5332 9297
Sweet Fern 114 Armstrong St Sth
SAT 5, 12, 19 & 26 AUG 10:30am - 12:30pm
WITH PAULINE O’SHANNESSY-DOWLING
Local artist Pauline leads an informal group, looking at how you might use your own collection as inspiration for your own creativity. Meet in Kittelty’s to examine, draw, write, paint, scrapbook — these sessions provide an excellent opportunity to get back in the habit of keeping a journal of life’s little observations and is inspired by the exhibition, From the bower
SUN 13 AUG 10am - 4pm
RECYCLE, RE-USE, RECREATE
WITH LOUISE SAXTON
Look at the exhibition From the bower with artist Louise Saxton, then share her passion for reclaiming domestic textiles. Louise will lead you in a hands-on one-day workshop, transforming no-longer-used doilies and tablecloths into an ‘assemblage’. Bring along your heirloom or second-hand embroidered linens to transform into an artwork.
THU 17 AUG 10am - 4pm
DRAW YOUR HOLIDAY WITH CHRIS ELLIS
Turn your holiday photo memories into artworks using pencils and watercolours.
ONGOING WORKSHOPS
• 8 WEEK PORTRAIT DRAWING CLASSES
• 8 WEEK LIFE DRAWING CLASSES
• AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Please check website for details
THE LOST ONES CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY
thelostones.com.au 4343 1754
WED 26 JUL - 30 AUG 6 - 9pm
LIFE DRAWING
Classes in life drawing, for the beginner right through to the experienced. Backboards, Kraft and butchers paper provided for practice or BYO paper and equipment as well.
THURSDAYS 6:30 - 8:30pm
BALLARAT LIFE DRAWING
Classic un-tutored life drawing sessions in a friendly, relaxed licensed venue. facebook.com/groups/ballaratlifedrawing
Suttons House of Music 31 Sturt St
Art Gallery of Ballarat
40 Lydiard St Nth 5320 5858 • artgalleryofballarat.com.au
Babushka
59 Humffray St Nth 5331 8459 • babushkalounge.com
Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute
117 Sturt St 5331 3042 • ballaratmi.org.au
Ballarat Jazz Club
Ballarat Golf Club, 1800 Sturt St
Bookings 0456 689 123
Ballarat Mining Exchange
12 Lydiard St Nth
5333 5888
Flying Horse Bistro
Ballarat & District Trotting Club 5335 9040
Cnr Bell & Sutton St, Redan
Her Majesty’s
17 Lydiard St Sth
5333 5888 • hermaj.com
Hop Temple
Rear of 24 Armstrong St Nth 5317 7158 • hoptemple.com.au
Irish Murphy’s
36 Sturt St 5331 4091 • murphysballarat.com.au
Karova Lounge
15 Field St 5332 9122 Oztix 1300 762 545 • karovalounge.com
Regent Cinemas
49 Lydiard St Nth 5330 5555 regententertainment.com.au
Suttons House of Music
31 Sturt St 5333 4393 • suttonshouseofmusic.com.au
The Eastern
81 Humffray St Nth 0476 906 914 • facebook.com/easternballarat
The Lane
27 Lydiard St Nth (The George Hotel) 5333 4866 • georgehotelballarat.com.au
Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts
1220 Howitt St, Wendouree 5338 0980 • wcpa.com.au
B-Town was born with live music in its veins... from jazz, classical, funk, soul & dub to punk & hardcore, music lovers of all kinds unite to support local musicians and see international acts in intimate venues.
WED 2 AUG 7pm
DAVE CLARK
The Munster Arms Hotel
THU 3 AUG 8:30pm
MONTAIGNE
SUPPORTS: I KNOW LEOPARD, ALEX THE ASTRONAUT
Karova Lounge
FRI 4 AUG 8:30pm
CROOKED COLOURS
SUPPORT: MUTO
Karova Lounge
FRI 4 AUG 8:30pm
IAN MOSS
Suttons House of Music
FRI 4 AUG
ZEEBZ VS MISS VITULA 6pm
BRODIE GLEN 9:30pm
The Lane at The George Hotel
FRI 4 AUG 9:30pm
MISSBEHAVIN’
Irish Murphy’s
FRI 4 AUG 7pm
JIM BAZIS
Flying Horse Bistro
SAT 5 AUG 9am-1pm
LOCAL MUSOS & BUSKERS
Bridge Mall Farmers Market
SAT 5 AUG 8pm
REQUIEM, FEAST OF CROWS, WINTER VALLEY, CRYPTIC
ABYSS
The Eastern
SAT 5 AUG 7:30pm
TAPESTRY THE SONGS OF CAROLE
KING: VIKA BULL & DEBRA BYRNE
Her Majesty’s
SAT 5 AUG 8pm
WINFIELD
Karova Lounge
SAT 5 AUG 8pm
ALÁRÌÍYÁ
SUPPORT: STELLA SAVY AVEK FRERS
Suttons House of Music
SAT 5 AUG
SOMEDAY JUNE
Babushka
SAT 5 AUG 1:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Hop Temple
SAT 5 AUG 9:30pm
BRODIE FARLECH
The Lane at The George Hotel
SAT 5 AUG 9:30pm
CHASING MOJO
Irish Murphy’s
SUN 6 AUG 10:30am
ROYAL SOUTH STREET: CELEBRATING CHOPIN
Art Gallery of Ballarat
SUN 6 AUG 1:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Hop Temple
SUN 6 AUG 2:30pm
MID YEAR SHOWCASE
Suttons House of Music
SUN 6 AUG 2:30pm
OLD MELBOURNE ROAD
Irish Murphy’s
MON 7 AUG 7:30pm
AUSTRALIAN STRING
QUARTET: HOMEWARD
Art Gallery of Ballarat
WED 9 AUG 7pm
SHADOW FEET
The Munster Arms Hotel
THU 10 AUG 8pm
MIKE NOGA, OLD MAN LIGHTNING
The Eastern
FRI 11 AUG 8:30pm
UP THE GUTS
SUPPORTS: DUMB PUNTS, LOOSE TOOTH, NEIGHBOURHOOD YOUTH
Karova Lounge
FRI 11 AUG 8pm
BLIND MAN DEATH STARE, KILL DIRTY YOUTH, NORTHWOOD, SABOTAJ MAHAL
The Eastern
FRI 11 AUG 6pm
KEV ANTONIO ‘ALIVE & KICKING, UNTAPPED 9:30pm
The Lane at The George Hotel
FRI 11 AUG 9:30pm
ROTHSCHILD
Irish Murphy’s
FRI 11 AUG 7pm
FARREN JONES
Flying Horse Bistro
SAT 12 AUG 8pm
SWHAT, TSUGNARLY, PEEPING TOM
The Eastern
SAT 12 AUG 1:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Hop Temple
SAT 12 AUG 6-11:30pm
DINNER & TRIBUTE SHOW: UK BEE GEEZ (UK)
SOS - A TRIBUTE TO ABBA
Ballarat & District Trotting Club
SAT 12 AUG 8:30 pm
ONCE UPON A TIME
Suttons House of Music
SAT 12 AUG 9:30pm
SHORT ‘N’ SWEET
The Lane at The George Hotel
SAT 12 AUG 9:30pm
BLANK CANVAS
Irish Murphy’s
SUN 13 AUG 7pm
MAJOR LEAGUES, NEIGHBOURHOOD RELATIONS
The Eastern
SUN 13 AUG 1:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Hop Temple
SUN 13 AUG 2pm
6’s & 7’s
Cubby Haus Brewing
SUN 13 AUG 2:30pm
CELTIC JAM SESSION
Irish Murphy’s
WED 16 AUG 7pm
DAVE CLARK
The Munster Arms Hotel
FRI 18 AUG 8pm
DEVIL ELECTRIC, WITCHES
CHILD, 23rd OF ELVIS
The Eastern
FRI 18 AUG
KAILEE O’BIERNE 6pm
RETRO REVIVAL 9:30pm
The Lane at The George Hotel
FRI 18 AUG 9:30pm
ANDREW WALLACE BAND
Irish Murphy’s
FRI 18 AUG 7pm
ADAM ROACH
Flying Horse Bistro
SAT 19 AUG 1:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Hop Temple
SAT 19 AUG 8pm
LIOR & PAUL GRABOWSKY
Art Gallery of Ballarat
SAT 19 AUG 8:30pm
THE MURLOCS
Karova Lounge
SAT 19 AUG 8pm
HUGO RACE & MICHELANGELO
RUSSO, MATT MALONE
The Eastern
SAT 19 AUG 9:30pm
RYAN BELL
The Lane at The George Hotel
SAT 19 AUG 9:30pm
BITTER SWEET
Irish Murphy’s
SUN 20 AUG 1-4pm
CREOLE BELLS
Ballarat Jazz Club
SUN 20 AUG 1:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Hop Temple
SUN 20 AUG 2:30pm
NANCIE SCHIPPER
Irish Murphy’s
WED 23 AUG 8pm
THE COURTNEYS (CANADA)
The Eastern
WED 23 AUG 7pm
SHADOW FEET
The Munster Arms Hotel
THU 24 AUG 7:30pm
PETE MURRAY:
CAMACHO TOUR
Regent Cinemas
FRI 25 AUG 8pm
PRIVATE FUNCTION (that’s the name of the band!)
The Eastern
FRI 25 AUG 9pm
THE 27 CLUB
Suttons House of Music
FRI 25 AUG
KEV ANTONIO ‘ALIVE & KICKING’ 6pm
UNTAPPED 9:30pm
The Lane at The George Hotel
FRI 25 AUG 9:30pm
RED DUST
Irish Murphy’s
FRI 25 AUG 7pm
FRANKIE
Flying Horse Bistro
SAT 26 AUG 2:30pm
OSCAR JIANG PIANO RECITAL
Art Gallery of Ballarat
SAT 26 AUG 8:30pm
THE BLACK SORROWS
Suttons House of Music
SAT 26 AUG 8:30pm
LEARN TO SWIM: A NIGHT OF TOOL
Karova Lounge
SAT 26 AUG 8pm
LOS SCALLYWAGS, WHITE BLEACHES, ELECTRIC MUD
The Eastern
SAT 26 AUG 7pm
THE NIGHT REVERSES:
NATHAN CURNOW & GEOFFREY WILLIAMS
SUPPORT: SEAN M WHELAN
The Lost Ones Basement Bar
SAT 26 AUG
MATT MALONE
Babushka
SAT 26 AUG 1:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Hop Temple
SAT 26 AUG 9:30pm
SHORT ‘N’ SWEET
The Lane at The George Hotel
SAT 26 AUG 9:30pm
PARTY BUS
Irish Murphy’s
SUN 27 AUG 1:30pm
LIVE MUSIC
Hop Temple
SUN 27 AUG 2:30pm
CELTIC JAM SESSION
Irish Murphy’s
SUN 27 AUG 2:30pm
LAST SUNDAY CONCERT: BALLARAT HIGH SCHOOL
Art Gallery of Ballarat
WED 30 AUG 7pm
SHADOW FEET
The Munster Arms Hotel
THU 31 AUG 8pm
THE SALAD BOYS (NZ)
SKIVVY
The Eastern
FRI 4 AUG 10:30am & 1:30pm
DIARY OF A WOMBAT
Presented by A Monkey Baa Theatre Company
The beloved, award-winning children’s book by Jackie French and Bruce Whatley comes to the stage. Meet Mothball, the naughtiest wombat in Australia. Bored with her daily routine, Mothball goes in search of shelter and food, creating chaos in the lives of the humans around her. Monkey Baa uses the magic of puppetry and live music to bring this delightful story for ages 3+ to the stage. Her Majesty’s
SAT 5 AUG 8pm
GALAH
Presented by GRAPA (NSW) and local artists
Being a big wig and going places isn’t always what it’s cracked up to be… What is that space between existing and not existing? When someone leaves home but doesn’t arrive anywhere, where are they? There was once a time when you could leave one place and expect to arrive at another place; perhaps even to the destination you had set out for. But what if this doesn’t happen? What if you arrive somewhere which is actually nowhere? And what has a galah got to do with it anyway? All proceeds will go towards supporting refugee families in Ballarat. The event is an initiative of Rural Australian’s for Refugees Ballarat. Tix at the door. Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute
FRI
Presented by Melbourne City Ballet
Lovers, fairies and mischief conspire under moonlight in Shakespeare’s classic tale. Set to the inspiring music of Mendelssohn, the chaotic story of four young lovers, a vengeful king and meddling fairies will prove falling in love can make fools of everyone. Full of flittering fairies, mischievous magic and misadventures, this charming ballet will be a delightful journey from the royal court into a magical realm.
Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts
Please tell businesses you found them in Best of Ballarat
SAT 12 AUG 8pm
ABBA-SOLUTELY FABULOUS
Award winning entertainers Rhonda Burchmore
OAM and Lara Mulcahy reunite for their hilarious new concert, ABBA-SOLUTELY FABULOUS! It’s their first live outing together since they appeared in the musical theatre smash, MAMMA MIA. With their platform boots, Lycra cat suits and big hair this dynamic duo, who channel a fair splash of Patsy and Eddy of “Absolutely Fabulous” fame, will have audiences dancing in the aisles as they sing their way through ABBA’s smash hits. Designed to thrill those fans who went to that concert 40 years ago and charm a whole new generation, it’s the ultimate party night out!
Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts
SUN 20 AUG 2:15pm
AN AFTERNOON OF DANCE IN THE RENAISSANCE
The Rippon Lea Renaissance Dancers will present dances from the royal courts along with some more rustic samples from the countryside – including a suite of jolly branles. The Early Music Consort will accompany the dancers and also play major works by great composers of the era. Instruments will include wide-bore recorders, curtals, krummhorns, lute, fidel and the Queen Elizabeth virginal. All performers will wear period garments. Art Gallery of Ballarat
WED 23 AUG 7:30pm
BAKERSFIELD MIST by Stephen Sachs
Is the true value of art in the eye of the beholder?
Maude (Julie Nihill), an unemployed bartender, has bought a painting for a few bucks from an op shop. Despite almost trashing it, she now thinks it’s a Jackson Pollock worth millions. In fact she’s certain it is. But when world-class art expert, Lionel Percy (John Wood), flies over from New York and arrives at her trailer park home in Bakersfield to authenticate the painting, he really has no idea what he’s about to discover. Based on a true story, Bakersfield Mist is a comedy set in the present day. Her Majesty’s
A play by Stig Wemyss hosted by R U OK? set in a bar, where locals have gathered to pay tribute to a mate they’ve lost to suicide. It offers a powerful pathway to sharing, conversation, action and hopefully, change. Followed by a community forum and Q&A with mental health & suicide prevention leaders.
Tickets: ruokevent.eventbrite.com.au
Fed Uni Geoffrey Blainey Auditorium
Chancellor Dr, Mount Helen
SATURDAYS 10:30 - 11:30am
BALLAARAT MECHANICS’ INSTITUTE TOUR
Book in the library or ballaratmi.org.au
Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute 117 Sturt St
SUN 30 JUL
AUSTRALIAN WINTER WEEKEND
A fun filled weekend to pack your belly, garden & mind full of Australian goodness with a full program of activities, exhibitions and workshops.
M.A.D.E Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka 102 Stawell St South
2 - 6 AUG
SILVERS CIRCUS
CIRCUS
Ballarat Showgrounds
Cnr Creswick Rd & Howitt St, Wendouree ticketmaster.com.au or Silvers Circus
0413880044 / 0400456157
FRI 4 AUG 8pm
BALLARATCAT COMEDY
Starring Tom Gleeson and special guests. You know him, you love him... get ready to laugh... HARD!
The Lounge @ The George Hotel
4 -13 AUG
WORDS IN WINTER WRITERS FESTIVAL
Daylesford
A celebration of words, stories and ideas in all their forms shared by locals and visiting presenters through readings, poetry, theatre, music, talks, workshops, visiting authors and exhibitions.
PROGRAM: wordsinwinter.com
SAT 5 AUG 10am - 3pm
THE CREATORS MARKET
Housey Housey 12 Armstrong St Nth
MON 7 & 21 AUG 8 – 9pm NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA
Victorian Railways Institute Hall cnr Lydiard St Nth & Nolan St
TUE 8 AUG 12:30pm
LET’S TALK POETRY: DOROTHY PARKER
Art Gallery of Ballarat
THU 10 AUG 7pm
Ballarat Film Society presents MUSTANG (France/Turkey/Germany)
Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute Membership required ballaratfilmsociety.weebly.com
FRI 11 AUG 8pm
KITTY FLANAGAN: SMASHING
Her Majesty’s Theatre
THU 17 AUG 7pm
WORDS OUT LOUD Babushka
SAT 19 AUG 8pm
LOCALLY GROWN FUNNIES
Upstairs @ Schnitz 321 Sturt St
FRI 25 AUG 7:30pm
KEVIN BLOODY WILSON: ALMOST AWESOME TOUR
Mercure Ballarat 613 Main Rd
SAT 26 AUG 7pm
THE NIGHT REVERSES
Nathan Curnow & Geoffrey Williams
Exploring the rhythm of the line and the groove of the beat, mixing performance poetry into live music improvisation. The Lost Ones Basement Bar
14 Camp St
SUN 27 AUG
FED UNI ARTS ACADEMY
OPEN DAY
Participate in hands-on workshops, meet our dynamic students and talk to the experts about your study options. Free performing arts, visual arts and communications design workshops.
Federation University Camp St
THU 31 AUG 7:30pm
THE PRICE IS WRONG
LIVE GAMESHOW TRIVIA
Suttons House of Music
UNTIL BALLARAT INTERNATIONAL
17 SEP FOTO BIENNALE
FEATURING DAVID LA CHAPELLE
9 SEP DEBORAH CONWAY
9 SEP BALLARAT LANEWAYS AFTER DARK
20 SEP GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA
23 SEP ANH DO: THE HAPPIEST REFUGEE
1st Saturday every Month
9am ~ 1pm
Bridge Mall, Ballarat
BUY DIRECT from the Farmer, Baker, Grower & Maker
Seasonal & Local Produce • Live Music
Fresh Organic Food • Free Animal Farm
Facepainting • Jumping Castle
bridgemallmarket.com.au
Discover the very best fresh food and produce and buy direct from local farmers and producers. Join the slow food revolution and you’ll see why foodies only source their ingredients from local farmers markets.
BALLARAT MARKET
SUNDAYS 8am – 1pm
Ballarat Showgrounds
Cnr Creswick Rd & Howitt St
BRIDGE MALL FARMERS MARKET
SAT 5 AUG 9am – 1pm
Bridge Mall
BEAUFORT MARKET
SAT 5 AUG 9am – 1pm
Memorial Park, Beaufort (50km from Ballarat)
DAYLESFORD FARMERS MARKET
SAT 5 AUG 9am – 1pm
Daylesford Primary School (45km from Ballarat)
BALLAN FARMERS MARKET
SAT 12 AUG 9am – 1pm
96 Inglis St, Ballan (39km from Ballarat)
BALLARAT FARMERS MARKET
SAT 12 & 26 AUG 9am – 1pm
Wendouree Parade (opp. Botanical Gardens)
CLUNES FARMERS MARKET
SUN 13 AUG 9am – 1pm
Fraser St, Clunes (35km from Ballarat)
CRESWICK MARKET
SAT 19 AUG 9am – 1pm
Victoria St, Creswick (18km from Ballarat)
SMYTHESDALE COUNTRY MARKET
SAT 19 AUG 9am – 1pm
Brooke St, Smythesdale (19km from Ballarat)
TALBOT FARMERS MARKET
SUN 20 AUG 9am – 1pm
Scandinavian Cres, Talbot (52km from Ballarat)
