What legacy has the Eureka Rebellion had on contemporary Australian democracy? Peter FitzSimons, Chair of the Australian Republican Movement, and author of 'Eureka: The Unfinished Revolution', says it's impact was hugely significant, not only in Australia but overseas. Peter FitzSimons delivered 2017's annual Peter Tobin Oration at the Museum of Au…

Like many returned soldiers, Pompey Elliott had seen more than his fair share of blood, suffering and death, which had affected him for the rest of his life. In this final 3-part chat with historian and author Dr Ross McMullin on his latest book, Pompey Elliott at War, we discuss the fighting general’s life after the Great War and his legacy a cent…

Historian and author Dr Ross McMullin, continues with his analysis of Pompey Elliot by examining the fighting general's leadership at the battle of Polygon Wood in World War I. More information https://scribepublications.com.au/books-authors/books/pompey-elliott-at-warBy FUTARI

As a fighting general, none was as famous as Pompey Elliott. That’s historian and author Ross McMullin’s assessment of him in his recent book ‘Pompey Elliott at War’ a collection of war correspondence and quotes from the general. Having attended Ballarat College, Harold ‘Pompey’ Elliott was involved from the very beginning of the Great War — landin…

Western Bulldogs is firmly committed to making Ballarat its second home as it continues to build support in the western region of Victoria. President Peter Gordon says the support from Ballarat has been encouraging as the club commits to two AFL games at Mars Stadium each year from 2018, and with further plans to play AFL Women's home games at the …

Eleven years ago a train from Ballarat arrived at Melbourne's Southern Cross Station in 59 minutes, a record which was applauded by State politicians at the time - a record which, alas, hasn't been repeated. That sub-hour time is Committee for Ballarat's focus in its #59minuteBallarat campaign aimed at State and Federal governments to help ease the…

Although he could, Peter Parry wasn't quite ready to retire. Instead of putting his feet up, Peter opened Athletic Club Brewery on Mair Street in Ballarat. That was in November 2016 after almost 20 months waiting for council approval. Today the Athletic Club attracts patrons from Ballarat and out-of-towners who flock to taste his selection of high-…

What’s it like to be working in the hallowed halls of Parliament House in Canberra? Catherine King has represented the Ballarat electorate federally since 2001, and since then she’s learnt how to deal with the ever increasing influence of online technology in the way she communicates. As Shadow Minister for Health, Ms King examines the health issue…

As Director of the Ballarat Arts Academy at Federation University, Bryce Ives helps nurture and foster inspiration among the hundreds up-and-coming talent in what he calls a "centre for excellence". Bryce considers Ballarat a particularly special environment for creativity, as he highlights its reputation amongst artists, which is not so well known…

Ballarat looks a lot different today than it did in the 1850s. That’s probably obvious, but how different and what impact did the thousands of miners inflict on the environment? Alice Barnes is an education officer at Sovereign Hill, who discusses the living conditions and and the evolution of gold-seeking in those early days of Ballarat's history.…

Home to the Eureka Flag, the Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (MADE) is a place to discover the early struggles of the rights of people in Australia. Acting CEO of MADE, Sarah Masters talks of the significance of the museum and how its use of technology is central to its story-telling. We also discuss whether younger generations are losing …

Welcome to the first episode of Ballarat's first podcast, Ballarat Talks. This weekly interview-based audio show provides a range of interesting stories for people living in Ballarat or have a special interest in the city. Episode 1 includes City of Ballarat CEO Justine Linley who predicts a boom for the city on a scale not seen since the gold rush…

Ballarat Talks is a weekly podcast for the city of Ballarat. It contains weekly interviews on a range of issues for the community of Australia's best regional city. The city's sporting events, thriving arts scene, rich history and heritage, its architecture, education, and business opportunities, all combine to make Ballarat a great place to live.…