Best of Ballarat – September 2017

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Sam JINKS Divide(selfportrait) 2011

mixed media, 86 x 60 cm,

Collection: National Portrait Gallery, Canberra

Purchased 2015, © Sam Jinks

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SURFACE DEEP - 2017 BIFB Fringe Program

Lake Wendouree, opposite Botanical Gardens

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Kim Percy Drowned Flowers 2017 (detail)

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Welcome to BALLARAT

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!!

Cubby Haus Brewing

Eat & Drink

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.

Zambrero Ballarat

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

Aroma of India

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

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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 8am – 4pm

2A Lydiard St Sth

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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

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The Gallery at Craig’s

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, Father’s Day 11 – 5

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

Red Duck Micro-Brewery Map2A7

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Craig’s Cafe & Larder Map1D5

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 Wed – Sun from noon.

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

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Athletic Club Brewery

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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Carboni’s Italian Kitchen

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

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Billy’s Bistro & Bar

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

Father’s Day 11 – 5

11A Michaels Drive

Alfredton 5332 0723

kilderkindistillery.com.au

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The Lost Ones

Basement Bar

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

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Studio g.a.s

Retail Therapy

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.

Hattie and the Wolf

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.

Tue-Fri 10 – 5, Sat 10 – 3

20 Main Rd

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Barbarona Vintagy

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 53 388 202 Map2E4 33

studiogasballarat.com

Playing in the Attic

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

Bridge Mall

Try & Guess

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

BOAA Merch

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

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We are a small boutique specialising in clothing & homewares, located in Buninyong. Sourcing only the finest Australian labels, we personally select every item in store. We look forward to welcoming you!

Tue-Fri 9 – 5, Sat 10 – 3

308A Warrenheip St, Buninyong

4344 4164

threetimesblest.com.au

Hattie and the Wolf

Hattie and the Wolf offers a carefully curated selection of giftware, clothing, accessories and homewares from independent designers and makers. A ‘must visit’ creative hub for the social and eco conscious shopper.

Wed-Fri 10 – 5, Sat 10 – 2

218A Skipton St

0429 852 438

hattieandthewolf.com.au

Attractions & Tours

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!

Gold & Relics Gold Prospecting Adventures

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

Escapade Puzzle Games Map1E6

EERIE TOURS BALLARAT

ARADALE GHOST TOURS ARARAT Ararat Lunatic Asylum

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

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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.

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Gold & Relics Gold Prospecting Adventures

Ballarat Airfield, Airport Rd

Experience gold prospecting in the beautiful Creswick State Forest with knowledgeable guides to help you every step of the way. We run half day & full day adventures, along with private tours with one-on-one access to our most experienced guides.

Private Tours: Mon - Wed

Group Tours: Fri - Sun

1300 882 199

goldandrelics.com.au

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COMING TO BALLARAT

Coming to Ballarat

21 Sep – 6 Nov

21 Sep – 6 Nov

21 Sep – 6 Nov

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

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

21 Sep – 6 Nov

The largest showcase of living Australian artists ever presented. 150 artists from across Australia will be showcased in 60 solo exhibitions, 36 sculptures around Lake Wendouree, large outdoor projects and performance art happenings.

Comprehensive education and community engagement programs

Comprehensive education and community engagement programs

Comprehensive education and community engagement programs

Complementary food, wine and music events

150 Australian Artists, 60 Solo Exhibitions across 5 art zoned Villages

Complementary food, wine and music events

Complementary food, wine and music events

36 Sculptors showcased in the Lake Wendouree Sculpture Trail

Large outdoor projects and performance art happenings

Equal representation from each state and territory

Ballarat like you have never seen before www.boaa net au Ballarat 2018

Ballarat like you have never seen before www.boaa net au

Comprehensive education and community engagement programs

Join us for What’s in the BOX

Complementary food, wine and music events

an exhibition of over 70 small scale artworks to celebrate the Official Announcement of our 2018 artists

Ballarat like you have never seen before www

Thursday 28 Sep 2017 6-10pm

Ballarat Trades Hall. 24 Camp Street

Complimentary nibbles & drinks from pop-up bar

EVERYBODY WELCOME

www.boaa.net.au

Creativity & Culture

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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.

Tamara Dean Cosmos 2015 The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery

The Lost Ones

Contemporary Art Gallery

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

SAT

MAZIAR MORADI ICH WERDE DEUTSCH (I

BECOME GERMAN)

POST OFFICE GALLERY

Cnr Sturt & Lydiard St

Open 10-5 7 days

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

2017

Maziar Moradi, Without Title, 2008 (detail), Fine Art Print, 100 x 125cm. Courtesy the artist

Mixed media work exploring the sense of place

Special Opening Hours: Monday - Sunday 10-4pm Thursday - Sunday 12-4pm

Huyghue House 15 Camp Street

Alfred Deakin Place

What’s On

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!

The Teskey Brothers Ballarat Laneways After Dark

EXHIBITIONS

UNTIL 3 SEP

2017 FLANAGAN ART PRIZE

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

UNTIL 3 SEP

DOCTOR BLAKE’S BALLARAT

Get up close to the props, costumes, photography & sets that bring The Doctor Blake Mysteries to life. Gold Museum Bradshaw St

UNTIL 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

UNTIL 10 SEP

DEËSIS: PRAYER AND IMAGE

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

UNTIL 10 SEP

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.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

UNTIL 17 SEP

FROM THE BOWER:

PATTERNS

OF COLLECTING

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. Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

UNTIL 17 SEP FORCE OF NATURE Tamara Dean

Internationally recognised Australian photographic artist Tamara Dean explores rites of passage and the transitional nature of youth in her large scale works. The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery 14 Camp St

UNTIL 17 SEP DAVID LA CHAPELLE

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 and 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

UNTIL 17 SEP BALLARAT INTERNATIONAL FOTO BIENNALE

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

19 AUG - 17 SEP

FRINGE PROGRAM

More than 70 cafes, galleries and wine bars across the city, providing the launch pad for hundreds of new and emerging artists. ballaratfoto.org

UNTIL 25 SEP THE ART OF HEALING

Anonymous local artist

Blue Artz Gallery & café

1039 Howitt St, Wendouree

2 & 3, 9 & 10 SEP

INAUGURAL CRESWICK PHOTOGRAPHY PRIZE

Come see the creative talents of local photographers in this revitalised heritage station. Vote in the Peoples Choice Award and view the image given the Community Bank Award. Gold coin admission. facebook.com/railwayworkshops

Creswick Heritage Railway Station

40 Victoria St, Creswick

16 - 17 SEP

CENTRAL AUSTRALIAN INDIGENOUS ART & ARTIFACTS

Exhibition of a private collection including opals. Gold coin admission.

facebook.com/railwayworkshops

Creswick Heritage Railway Station

40 Victoria St, Creswick

20 SEP - 8 OCT

WHEN THE BLACK DOG BITES

Daniel Butterworth

Daniel Butterworth’s reflective series of portraits is an experiment in ekphrasis, where Daniel has internalised the actual experiences, words and emotions of those who struggle with the black dog of depression. Bid for the chance to have your portrait, or that of someone you nominate, painted live by Daniel Butterworth during the opening event at 6pm, 22 Sep. Bid now at thelostones.com.au

The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery

14 Camp St

20 SEP - 31 OCT

MANGA

Works by Maddison Hoy

Unicorn Lane Gallery (viewing 24/7)

Laneway next to The Unicorn, 131 Sturt St

20 SEP - 31 OCT

CLUES TO THE END

Works by Ulla Taylor

ContainART Mobile Gallery (viewing 24/7)

Midland Reserve, Cnr Doveton & Walker St

21 SEP - 8 OCT OUR

PLACE

Mixed media work exploring the sense of place. Presented by the Soldiers Hill Artist Collective. Backspace Gallery 15 Camp St

27 SEP - 28 OCT

JAN FEDER MEMORIAL CERAMICS COLLECTION

On tour from Gippsland Centre for Art and Design, Federation University. Jan Feder was an alumna of the Gippsland Campus who studied ceramics there. She passed away in the mid 1980s. Her student peers raised funds to buy ceramic works in her memory, buying works from visiting lecturers who became leading ceramic artists around the world, as well as from many of the staff who taught there.

Post Office Gallery Cnr Sturt & Lydiard St

THU 28 SEP 6-10pm

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

Presented by BOAA - Biennale of Australian Art

An exhibition of over 70 small scale artworks to celebrate the official announcement of BOAA 2018 artists. Complimentary nibbles & drinks from the BOAA pop-up bar. One night only. boaa.net.au

Ballarat Trades Hall 24 Camp St

30 SEP - 28 JAN

LAUREN BLACK: MEMENTO MORI:

ART, MEDICINE AND THE BODY

While artist Lauren Black is well-known for her detailed botanical work, in this exhibition she departs from her usual themes to examine the body, juxtaposing detailed anatomical drawings of human diseases with artworks inspired by traditional Chinese medicine. The exhibition sensitively brings together two very different ways of observing the body and approaching human health, allowing for reflection on the fragility of life and the inevitability of death.

LAUREN BLACK: A COMPLEX BEAUTY

Lauren Black builds on the themes of the related exhibition Memento Mori. She continues her work with diseased human remains, but shifts our engagement as she explores the territory of anatomical theatre, dissection, the complexities of disease and the unknown body. In her hands, pathological specimens cast off their museum identities and become once again vibrant material with a past & a ghostly afterlife.

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

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SAT 2 & 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 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 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

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

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

WORKSHOPS

ART GALLERY OF BALLARAT

artgalleryofballarat.com.au 5320 5858

SAT 16 or WED 20 SEP 10am - 4pm

PATCHES DYEING WORKSHOP

WITH ANNE LANGDON

Transprint dye prints are a magical way of creating a watercolour type painting onto textiles. These prints would then be incorporated into a bag or garment.

THU 21 SEP 10am - 4pm

DRAW YOUR HOLIDAY WITH CHRIS ELLIS

Want to turn your memories into artworks?

See examples of landscapes from the collection and then pick a holiday photo from your own collection to turn into an artwork using pencils and watercolours. Finish off the workshop with wine and cheese.

MON 25 - FRI 29 SEP

SPRING SCHOOL HOLIDAY PROGRAM

A series of fun and creative workshops working with local artists. Visit website for full program and prices.

WED 27 or THU 28 SEP

10am - 12pm or 1pm - 3pm

MEXICAN SPIRIT HUNT FOR KIDS

Travel to Mexico for a real Day of the Dead experience, and help La Catrina find the lost spirit Cuau. This fun, multicultural experience involves face-painting with active and creative play, working with two local artists.

At the Ballarat Mining Exchange

12 Lydiard St Nth

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

Welcome to Ballarat the Creative City

THE LOST ONES CONTEMPORARY ART GALLERY

thelostones.com.au 4343 1754

WED 6 - 9pm (starts late Sep, check website)

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.

19 AUG - 17 SEP

WORKSHOPS

BOOKINGS: ballaratfoto.org

SAT 2 SEP 11am – 3pm

THE ART OF FOOD & WINE

PHOTOGRAPHY LISA SAAD

Athletic Club Brewery 47 Mair St East

SUN 3 SEP 10am – 1pm

POST-PRODUCTION MICHELLE DUNN

Ballarat North Community House 6 Crompton St

TUE 5 SEP 2-5pm

LIGHTING ROCCO ANCORA

Federation University 7 Camp St

SAT 9 & SUN 10 SEP 10am – 4pm

PHOTOGRAVURE SILVI GLATTAUER

Federation University 7 Camp St

SUN 10 SEP 2-4pm

NIGHT SKY PHOTOGRAPHY ALEX CHERNEY

Ballarat Municipal Observatory and Museum 439 Cobden St, Mount Pleasant

SAT 16 SEP 1-4pm

DIGITAL REPRODUCTION

FOR FINE ART TIM HANDFIELD

Art Gallery of Ballarat 40 Lydiard St Nth

VENUES

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

The Eastern

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

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

14 Camp St (via alley) 4343 1754 • thelostones.com.au

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

1220 Howitt St, Wendouree 5338 0980 • wcpa.com.au Welcome

MUSIC

FRI 1 SEP 7pm

JIM BAZIS

Flying Horse Bistro

FRI 1 SEP 8pm

RETRO REVIVAL

Suttons House of Music

FRI 1 SEP 8pm

VETTY VIALS

Babushka

FRI 1 SEP 8:30pm

BATPISS SUPPORTS: BENCH PRESS, THE SECOND SEX, THE ELECTRIC GUITARS

Karova Lounge

FRI 1 SEP

ZEEBZ VS MISS VITULA 6pm

DAVID ANDERSON 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

FRI 1 SEP 9:30pm

CHASING MOJO

Irish Murphy’s

SAT 2 SEP 9am-1pm

LOCAL MUSOS & BUSKERS

Bridge Mall Farmers Market

SAT 2 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SAT 2 SEP 7pm

GARDEN

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

SAT 2 SEP 8pm

DESTRENDS

SUPPORTS: TRUCKS, MOURNING, DEWEY & THE PANEL BEATERS

Karova Lounge

SAT 2 SEP 8pm

SCHOOL DAMAGE LP LAUNCH

SUPPORTS: TERRIBLE TRUTHS, SPOTTING, TROPICAL SNAKES

The Eastern

SAT 2 SEP 8:30pm

VONDA BOUYS & THE FALSETTOS

Suttons House of Music

SAT 2 SEP 8:30pm

MAJA EP LAUNCH

Babushka

SAT 2 SEP 9:30pm

TROY ELLIOT

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 2 SEP 9:30pm

3 ON THE TREE

Irish Murphy’s

SUN 3 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SUN 3 SEP 2:30pm

TEDDY BARDWELL

Suttons House of Music

WED 6 SEP 8pm

MEG MAC

Karova Lounge

THU 7 SEP 8pm

JACUZZI BOYS (USA)

SUPPORTS: DRUNK MUMS, PRIVATE FUNCTION, ELECTRIC MUD

Karova Lounge

FRI 8 SEP 7pm

JEFFERSON SMITH

Flying Horse Bistro

FRI 8 SEP 8pm

PURE MOODS

SUPPORTS: MAUREEN, SKIVVY

The Eastern

FRI 8 SEP 6pm

KEV ANTONIO ‘ALIVE & KICKING’, SIDEWAYS 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

FRI 8 SEP 8pm

JUAN ALBAN, ADAM ROCHE

Babushka

FRI 8 SEP 9:30pm

PARTY BUS

Irish Murphy’s

SAT 9 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SAT 9 SEP 6:30pm

DEBORAH CONWAY & WILLY ZYGIER

Ballarat Synagogue 2 Barkly St

Tickets: ballaratfoto.org

SAT 9 SEP 7-11pm

BALLARAT LANEWAYS

AFTER DARK: THE TESKEY

BROTHERS, JAZZ PARTY, HOLLIE JOYCE, NEIGHBOURHOOD RELATIONS

Alfred Deakin Place Camp St

SAT 9 SEP 8pm

JOHN WILLIAMSON

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

SAT 9 SEP 8pm

THE SHORTS ALBUM LAUNCH

SUPPORTS: GRASSHOLE, MOURNING, TIM HAMPSHIRE, THE LAZY FARMER’S SONS

The Eastern

SAT 9 SEP 8:30 pm

MOTOR CITY SOUNDS

Suttons House of Music

SAT 9 SEP 9:30pm

UNTAPPED

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 9 SEP 9pm

MONTH OF SUNDAYS

Babushka

SAT 9 SEP 9:30pm

MISSBEHAVIN’

Irish Murphy’s

SUN 10 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SUN 10 SEP 2:30pm

CELTIC JAM SESSION

Irish Murphy’s

SUN 10 SEP 2:30pm

CLARENDON COLLEGE

Art Gallery of Ballarat

SUN 10 SEP 8pm

COLLEEN GREEN (USA)

SUPPORTS: THE SECOND SEX, CHILLERS

The Eastern

WED 13 SEP 7:30pm

JOSH & THE SCAPEGOAT

The Mining Exchange

Tickets: ballaratfoto.org

FRI 15 SEP 7pm

FARREN JONES

Flying Horse Bistro

FRI 15 SEP 8:30pm

ROAD TO POSION CITY WEEKENDER

HORROR MY FRIEND SUPPORTS:

SIAMESE, THE SECOND SEX, TRUCKS

Karova Lounge

FRI 15 SEP 8pm

JOHNNY ROOSTER

Suttons House of Music

FRI 15 SEP

FRAGYLE

Babushka

FRI 15 SEP

KAILEE O’BEIRNE 6pm

BRODIE GLEN 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

FRI 15 SEP 9:30pm

MAD COW

Irish Murphy’s

SAT 16 SEP 12-8pm

ELECTRIC BLUES COLLECTIVE

DUO, DJ COREY HEWITT

Cubby Haus Brewing

SAT 16 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SAT 16 SEP 8:30pm

JEFF ROSENSTOCK (USA)

SUPPORT: JESS LOCKE

Karova Lounge

SAT 16 SEP 8:30pm

MENTAL AS ANYTHING

Suttons House of Music

SAT 16 SEP 8:30pm

MEREDITH WHITTLE

Babushka

SAT 16 SEP 9:30pm

ROTHSCHILD

Irish Murphy’s

SAT 16 SEP 9:30pm

SHORT ‘N’ SWEET

The Lane at The George Hotel

SUN 17 SEP 1-4pm

DR. CRASK & HIS SWINGIN’ ELIXIR

Ballarat Jazz Club

SUN 17 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SUN 17 SEP 2:30pm

PIANO FOR PLEASURE

Art Gallery of Ballarat

SUN 17 SEP 2:30pm

ANNA BILBROUGH

Suttons House of Music

SUN 17 SEP 2:30pm

DANIEL TUITE

Irish Murphy’s

FRI 22 SEP 7pm

FRANKIE

Flying Horse Bistro

FRI 22 SEP 7:30pm

ISLA GRANT

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

FRI 22 SEP 8:30pm

GEOFF ACHISON

Suttons House of Music

BALLARAT EVENTS PRESENTS

SOPHISTICATED JAZZ AT CRAIG’S ROYAL HOTEL

SARAH MACLAINE

SAT 23 SEPT 7pm 10 Lydiard St Sth www.ballarat.events

Dress: Black Tie

$110pp inc 3 Course Meal Limited to 120 guests

Book early for this special event ballarattickets.com.au

FRI 22 SEP

CROOKED WEATHER

Babushka

FRI 22 SEP 9:30pm

BLANK CANVAS

Irish Murphy’s

FRI 22 SEP 6pm

KEV ANTONIO ‘ALIVE & KICKING’, RYAN BELL 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 23 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SAT 23 SEP 7pm

SARAH MACLAINE

Craig’s Royal Hotel

SAT 23 SEP 8:30pm

SHONEN KNIFE (JAPAN)

SUPPORTS: PARSNIP, BEN ELY

Karova Lounge

SAT 23 SEP

HAUNTED STEEL, KOKAINE

PORNO PARTY, TROY Babushka

SAT 23 SEP 9:30pm

BRETT GARSED & KEN GREENE

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 23 SEP 9:30pm

BITTER SWEET

Irish Murphy’s

SUN 24 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SUN 24 SEP 2:30pm

WELL STRUNG

Art Gallery of Ballarat

SUN 24 SEP 2:30pm

CELTIC JAM SESSION

Irish Murphy’s

THU 28 SEP 9pm

JAYDEN LILLYST

The Hop Temple

FRI 29 SEP 7pm

ADAM ROACH

Flying Horse Bistro

FRI 29 SEP 8pm

JESSEY JACKSON Babushka

FRI 29 SEP

MG 6pm UNTAPPED 9:30pm

The Lane at The George Hotel

FRI 29 SEP 9:30pm

THE INSYDERS

Irish Murphy’s

SAT 30 SEP 1:30pm

LIVE MUSIC

Hop Temple

SAT 30 SEP 8:30pm

KIM CHURCHILL SUPPORT: AYLA

Karova Lounge

SAT 30 SEP 9pm

BEN KELLY

Babushka

SAT 30 SEP 9:30pm

BRODIE GLEN

The Lane at The George Hotel

SAT 30 SEP 9:30pm

RED DUST Irish Murphy’s

THEATRE

SUN 10 SEP POP UP CIRCUS PERFORMANCE

Fed Uni Arts Academy with Women’s Circus

A pop-up short physical theatre work by Fed Uni drama students plus a short piece by Women’s Circus, in response to Marie Watt’s photograph exhibited in the 2017 Ballarat International Foto Biennale.

M.A.D.E Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka 102 Stawell St Sth

WED 20 SEP 7:30pm

THE GLENN MILLER ORCHESTRA

The long awaited return of the greatest big band of the 1940’s direct from the USA, performing all their hits - Chattanooga Choo Choo, In the Mood, Tuxedo Junction, A String of Pearls, Moonlight Serenade and songs from the Andrew Sisters repertoire. Featuring sensational dancing by the Broadway Swing Dancers. Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

21 - 28 SEP SERIOUS MONEY

Fed Uni Arts Academy

Third Year Graduating Actors Company

Caryl Churchill’s rollicking take-down of the birth of casino capitalism is a cross between a rock musical, a murder mystery and a modern morality play. As we live through the aftershocks of the Global Financial Collapse, Churchill’s evocation of blood-thirsty competition is astonishingly relevant and current.

Helen MacPherson Smith Theatre Lydiard St Nth Tickets: eventbrite.com.au

SAT 23 SEP 8pm

ANH DO: THE HAPPIEST REFUGEE LIVE!

This moving, inspirational and unforgettable theatre experience combines humour, real life stories, photos and filmed pieces to retell Anh Do’s amazing story. When one of Australia’s most talented comedians delves deep into his own life’s joys and sorrows, the result is unforgettable.

Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts

23 - 30 SEP

MOTHER COURAGE & HER CHILDREN

Fed Uni Arts Academy

Third Year Graduating Actors Company

In 1939, Europe was on the brink of war. Bertolt Brecht’s response to the chaos was Mother Courage and Her Children - an epic and deeply moving examination of the grim realities of war, a provocative rejection of fascism, and a masterpiece. Set during 12 years of the 30 Years War in Europe, it is the story of Anna Fierling, a woman who survived by selling provisions to troops, including clothing and items she strips from the dead.

Post Office Box Theatre Camp St

Tickets: eventbrite.com.au

30 SEP - 7 OCT

DAISY PULLS IT OFF

Ballarat National Theatre

A parody of a 1920s boarding school adventure story, Daisy Meredith faces and overcomes snobbish prejudice and schoolgirl pranks at her boarding school. She and her best friend Trixie Martin search for missing treasure which could save the school. Great adventure, family discovered and our heroine saves the day!

Courthouse Theatre

Cnr Armstrong St Sth & Grant St

Tickets: hermaj.com

MORE TO DO

SATURDAYS 10:30 - 11:30am

BALLAARAT MECHANICS’ INSTITUTE TOUR

Book in the library or ballaratmi.org.au

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

FRI 1 SEP 1pm

ROBERT DREWE IN CONVERSATION

Robert’s new novel, Whipbird, takes us to Ballarat. It’s an exhilarating story told with humour & sharp observation. Join one of Australia’s most loved & celebrated authors.

M.A.D.E Museum of Australian

Democracy at Eureka 102 Stawell St Sth

FRI 1 SEP 7:30pm

A-LEAGUE FOOTBALL

MELBOURNE VICTORY vs BRISBANE ROAR

Two of Australia’s biggest football teams going head to head in Ballarat!

Ballarat City Football Club

Morshead Park Pleasant St, Redan

FRI 1 SEP 8pm

BALLARATCAT COMEDY

Starring RANDY and special guests

The Lounge at The George Hotel

SUN 3 SEP 2pm

LUXVILLE #4 PREMIERE

Luxville - a transmedia fable and artist revolution, one episode at a time.

Regent Cinemas

MON 4 & 18 SEP 8 – 9pm

NO LIGHTS NO LYCRA

Victorian Railways Institute Hall cnr Lydiard St Nth & Nolan St

THU 7 SEP 7pm

FAGS IN THE FAST LANE

A Frolic Festival fundraiser for Ballarat’s LGBTIQ+ community. An Australian full throttle, rock n rollin’ feast of camp

destruction & dangerous dance numbers!

The Lost Ones Basement Bar

WALKS & TALKS

For further information and to book your place please go to ballaratfoto.org

FRI 8 SEP 6:30pm

CRINGE FEST: OPEN MIC

NIGHT OF AWKWARD

We want to hear your cringe-worthy journal and diary entries. We want to applaud your poems to unrequited loves. The Lost Ones Basement Bar

SAT 16 SEP 2-4pm

THE FUTURE STATE OF AUSTRALIAN PHOTOGRAPHY

Panellists discuss the role storytelling and narrative should play, when technically beautiful photos are now within every photographer’s & smartphone owner’s reach. The Lost Ones Contemporary Art Gallery 14 Camp St

SAT 16 SEP 8pm

LOCALLY GROWN FUNNIES

Upstairs @ Schnitz 321 Sturt St

THU 21 SEP 7pm

Ballarat Film Society presents THE FUGITIVE (1947/USA)

Ballaarat Mechanics’ Institute

Membership required ballaratfilmsociety.weebly.com

THU 21 SEP 7pm

WORDS OUT LOUD

Babushka

23 - 24 SEP Sat 9-5, Sun 10-4

WOOD & CRAFT SHOW

Wendouree Sports & Events Centre Norman St, Wendouree

THU 28 SEP 7:30pm

THE PRICE IS WRONG

LIVE GAMESHOW TRIVIA

Suttons House of Music

SEMINAR

WOOD SHOW

COMING OCTOBER 2017

5-8 OCT BALLARAT CABARET FESTIVAL

7-14 OCT BALLARAT FROLIC FESTIVAL 14 OCT ROMANCING THE SKULL

20-22 OCT BALLARAT WRITERS FESTIVAL

21 OCT AVOCA CUP

22 OCT RUN BALLARAT

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

MARKETS

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 2 SEP 9am – 1pm

Bridge Mall

BEAUFORT MARKET

SAT 2 SEP 9am – 1pm

Memorial Park, Beaufort (50km from Ballarat)

DAYLESFORD FARMERS MARKET

SAT 2 SEP 9am – 1pm

Daylesford Primary School (45km from Ballarat)

BALLAN FARMERS MARKET

SAT 9 SEP 9am – 1pm

96 Inglis St, Ballan (39km from Ballarat)

BALLARAT FARMERS MARKET

SAT 9 & 23 SEP 9am – 1pm

Wendouree Parade (opp. Botanical Gardens)

CLUNES FARMERS MARKET

SUN 10 SEP 9am – 1pm

Fraser St, Clunes (35km from Ballarat)

CRESWICK MARKET

SAT 16 SEP 9am – 1pm

Victoria St, Creswick (18km from Ballarat)

SMYTHESDALE COUNTRY MARKET

SAT 16 SEP 9am – 1pm

Brooke St, Smythesdale (19km from Ballarat)

TALBOT FARMERS MARKET

SUN 17 SEP 9am – 1pm

Scandinavian Cres, Talbot (52km from Ballarat)

Madotti & Vegas present The Paris Underground Cabaret

Enter the Paris Underground and journey through the dark delights of the city of light.

Witness astounding acts of magic and illusion, spectacular tap dancing, brilliant burlesque, breath taking aerials, quirky circus and incendiary song in a classic European cabaret and variety show.

Draw the curtain on a stage that will darkly seduce and intoxicate with a moveable feast of magic, song, dance, burlesque, comedy, circus and cabaret. A blend of surprises and visual attractions of international renown.

Friday 6th October 2017, 7.00pm

$69pp includes dinner and show with glass of sparkling wine on arrival

Friday 6th October 2017, 7.00pm

Book online at www.mercureballarat com.au seats are limited.

$69pp includes dinner and show with glass of sparkling wine on arrival

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre