Federation University Ballarat: Guide to Higher Ed
Explore Federation University Ballarat's heritage from the 1870s School of Mines. Complete guide to higher education options in regional Victoria.
Community News
Latest community stories from Ballarat, updated daily.
Ballarat Arts: The Gold Rush Legacy That Keeps Giving
The colonial wealth that built Ballarat also funded an arts infrastructure that endures.
Gold Rush Wealth Built Ballarat's Stunning Federation Architecture Legacy
The wealth of the gold rush left a permanent mark on Ballarat's streetscapes.
Ballarat's Arts Scene Transforms: Gallery Relocates, New Festivals Launch
From the temporary relocation of the city’s major gallery to the debut of immersive street festivals, the local arts scene is pivoting through a period of significant change.
Ballarat's Summer Arts Scene Delivers New Exhibitions and Live Events
As temperatures soar, Ballarat’s arts venues offer a vibrant calendar of exhibitions, performances and community workshops across the city.
Ballarat's Best Bars and Live Music Venues Revive Weekend Nightlife
Locals say the city's social scene is 'almost nonexistent' compared to its past, but a handful of bars, distilleries and live-music venues keep things interesting on weekends.
Healthcare in Ballarat: Hospitals, Services and Where to Go
A practical, plain-English guide to Ballarat's public and private hospitals, primary care, emergency options and the role healthcare plays as a major regional employer.
Locals Discover 10 Free Activities Across Ballarat Parks This July
Locals fill parks and trails this July as costs climb and temperatures fall.
Bathroom Renovation Cost Ballarat 2026, Budget to Luxury Prices, Heated Floors, VIC Tiler Rates and Central Highlands Bathroom Costs
How much does a bathroom renovation cost in Ballarat in 2026? Budget, mid-range, and luxury bathroom renovation prices for the Central Highlands, heated floor options for Ballarat's cold winters, Victorian tiler and plumber rates, and tips for Ballarat homeowners in 2026.
Ballarat Builders 2026: Renovation Costs, Licensing Requirements Explained
Ballarat builder and home renovation guide 2026: how much home renovations, extensions, knockdown rebuilds, and new builds cost in Ballarat, and how to find a licensed and insured Victorian builder.
Ballarat School Term Dates 2026, Full Calendar
Complete 2026 Ballarat school term dates, holiday periods, and Victorian Department of Education calendar. When do Ballarat schools break for holidays?
Moving to Ballarat: 5 Things You Need to Know
V/Line commute times, goldfields heritage, suburb guides, and costs. Everything new residents should consider before relocating.
Ballarat's cultural scene: galleries, theatres, live music
Explore what makes Ballarat a cultural hub, from the Art Gallery to Bridge Mall venues hosting world-class performances.
Ballarat Winter Festival returns for 2026 with family favourites on calendar
Seasonal event builds on proven formula to attract families and support local tourism economy.
Lake Wendouree: The Olympic Venue in the Heart of Ballarat
The rowing lake that hosted the 1956 Olympics is the city's most significant sports and recreation asset.
Sturt Street: The Heart of a City Investing in Its Future
Ballarat's central boulevard is being upgraded as the city's population grows.