Latest news from Ballarat.
News
A region built on extraction is being asked to power the state's clean energy future, and the road to this moment was longer and more contested than most people realise.
25 July 2026written 4 July 20263 min read
Sport
Standings in BFNL netball, junior soccer, R-League and State League 1 reflect the role of local facilities in sustaining multiple amateur competitions.
25 July 2026written 15 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): ballarat.spawtz.com, xgolf.com.au, isv.spawtz.com +2 more
News
Community members share their experiences amid ongoing concerns over regional transport reliability and traffic congestion in Ballarat.
25 July 2026written 13 July 20262 min read
Politics
Local educators and community members consider the implications of recent education policy adjustments for Ballarat schools and families.
25 July 2026written 13 July 20262 min read
Finance
Shifts in Australia’s property and communication sectors are influencing employment patterns and talent demand in Ballarat.
25 July 2026written 14 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): ripehouseadvisory.com.au
Wellness
Federation University's Mt Helen campus throws open its doors this month for prospective students and their families to explore courses, facilities and campus life ahead of enrolment.
25 July 2026written 8 July 20263 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): federation.edu.au
Finance
From the Solar Cutters Roadshow to the August Business Festival, Ballarat’s networking calendar reflects worldwide business trends with local impact.
25 July 2026written 15 July 20263 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): eventbrite.com.au, meetup.com, commerceballarat.com.au +3 more
Finance
The company's 450 local positions at the Ballarat Technology Park stand out as employers report ongoing recruitment needs.
25 July 2026written 15 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): jobsandskills.gov.au, federation.edu.au
Finance
Operators across the city are weighing shifts in costs and customer habits that call for steady adjustments in daily operations.
25 July 2026written 14 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): ballarat.vic.gov.au
Technology
First large-scale grid battery and behind-the-meter solar at the Wendouree plant set the city apart in renewable integration.
25 July 2026written 15 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): thecourier.com.au, thecourier.com.au
Property
Low vacancy rates and rising demand from Melbourne overflow buyers are driving up rents and shifting lease terms for properties in established neighbourhoods.
25 July 2026written 9 July 20262 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): realestate.com.au
News
Coach replacements on the Ballarat Line and continued bus route changes at the station interchange leave key decisions on congestion relief and service reliability ahead.
25 July 2026written 18 July 20261 min read
News
Local leaders and transport experts discuss the complexities of improving regional mobility and infrastructure in Ballarat.
25 July 2026written 14 July 20262 min read
News
Key local developments include ongoing Ballarat station upgrades and road changes supporting freight operations in the city.
25 July 2026written 15 July 20263 min read
Links to sources include (but not limited to): bigbuild.vic.gov.au
News
Key figures outline considerations around council choices affecting regional services and heritage.
25 July 2026written 13 July 20261 min read
Finance
International trends and policies are influencing how Ballarat’s business community plans and participates in local events.
25 July 2026written 13 July 20262 min read