Zircon - Hot Air Balloon Team Australia

04/06/2026

We thought these photos deserved to be shared.

Very few can tell the difference between morning and afternoon photos. 🧐

25/05/2026

09/05/2026

Today is for the mums.
The ones who held us together when life felt hard.
The ones who gave endlessly without asking for recognition.
The ones who stayed up late worrying, got up early helping, and somehow still found a way to love us through every stage of life.

A mother’s love is one of the few things in this world that asks for nothing back, yet gives us everything.

To every mum — thank you for your strength, your patience, your sacrifices, your warmth, and the quiet moments that shaped who we became.

No matter how old we get, there’s something about hearing your mum’s voice that still feels like home.

Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mums out there.
You are far more appreciated than words could ever express. ❤️

25/04/2026

Forever grateful of those who fought for us.
Lest we forget.

22/04/2026

Waiting to be fetched and enjoying the sights.

See it for yourself in Mildura, in the July school Hollidays.

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19/04/2026

Some more snaps from the collection at last week’s Art of Flight Festival Australian championships.

Great scenes and people.
Looking forward to sharing the sky’s again in July for Balloons Over Mildura.

With competition and fiesta flying, there will be fun for everyone. Hope to see you all here.

Ben Gowers
Cherie Gowers
Steve Timmis
Matthew Jobe
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Mildura Hot Air Ballooning

17/04/2026

Some people - “wow, the inflation fan is so loud”

Balloon Pilots - 👇🏼☺️

Mildura Hot Air Ballooning
Balloons Over Mildura

15/04/2026

Last week’s Aussie Nationals comp photo dump.
Plenty of talented people taking photos and then there are some of ours. 😉
Thanks for everyone that has shared and sent them in. 🙏🏼👍🏼

24/12/2025

🎄 From our balloon to your backyard — Merry Christmas 🎈

What a year it’s been for our ballooning crew. Early mornings, calm winds, tight landings, big smiles, and unforgettable moments shared in the sky. None of it happens without the people around us — our crew, families, supporters, landowners, and everyone who stops to wave, follow along, or lend a hand.

To those who’ve been with us this year — thank you for being part of the journey. Your encouragement, messages, and support mean more than you know.

If you’re new here, welcome. We try to share ballooning as it really is — the beauty, the teamwork, the learning, and the magic that keeps us coming back before sunrise.

We hope your Christmas is filled with good company, plenty of laughs, and moments that remind you to look up once in a while.

🎅🎈 Here’s to smooth air, safe landings, and more shared adventures in the year ahead.
Thanks for following — and if you love ballooning (or just great views), you’re in the right place.

Merry Christmas from all of us.