Advocacy Priority Projects
The City of Ballarat has identified a range of priority projects which we are directly advocating for to the Victorian and Australian Governments
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Tier 1 Projects
Transformational projects of regional significance leading to job creation, increased investment, greater sustainability, better transport options and improved social outcomes.
Western Victoria Aviation Precinct Ballarat
Project Cost
- Runway upgrade stage 2: $11.7 million
Investment Needed
- Up to $11.7 million for runway upgrade stage 2
City of Ballarat Investment
- City of Ballarat is seeking to partner with State and Federal Government to deliver the runway upgrade
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Ballarat-Carngham Road Upgrade
Project Cost
- Not costed (Victorian Government)
Investment Needed
- The project is part funded with $6.6 million for design work through 2022/23 Victorian State Budget
- Remaining investment ask is to be determined following completion of design work
City of Ballarat Investment
- None
View or download Ballarat-Carngham Road Upgrade project page
Circular Economy Precinct (CEP)
Project Elements/Cost
- Land: TBD
- Materials Recovery Facility: $37.1 million
- Partnership with government and the private sector for CEP foundational infrastructure
Investment Needed
- 5.2 ha parcel of land at the Ballarat West Employment Zone (BWEZ)
- Materials Recovery Facility: $37.1 million
- Three way partnership to deliver CEP foundational infrastructure
City of Ballarat Investment
- $4.8 million allocated for a CEP at BWEZ
View or download Circular Economy Precinct (CEP) project page
Dyson Drive Duplication
Project Cost
- $88.3 million
- Planning and design: $4.5 million
- Delivery: $88.3 million
Investment Needed
- Detailed design and planning: $4.5 million
- Balance of funding once design and planning (including land acquisition) is complete
City of Ballarat Investment
- Design and survey works: $150,000 in the 2023/24 Council budget
View or download Dyson Drive Duplication project page
Wendouree Library and Learning Centre
Project Cost
- $23 million
Investment Needed
- Up to $23 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- TBD. City of Ballarat is seeking to partner with State and Federal Governments to deliver the project.
View or download Wendouree Library and Learning Centre project page
Tier 2 Projects
These projects of municipality-wide significance will attract visitation and provide an economic boost for business, increase educational opportunities and access to early years programs, improve accessibility and connectivity and provide an improved quality of life for residents
Ballarat Regional Soccer Facility Upgrade Package
Project Cost
- $3.4 million
Investment Needed
- Up to $3.4 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- Subject to Council budget processes
View or download Ballarat Regional Soccer Facility Upgrade Package project page
Ballarat West Growth Area New Schools
Not costed (Victorian Government)
View or download Ballarat West Growth Area New Schools
Buninyong Kindergarten Upgrade and Expansion
Project Cost
- $4 million
Investment Needed
- $1.5 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- Subject to Council budget processes
View or download Buninyong Kindergarten Upgrade and Expansion project page
Connecting Ballarat East
Project cost
- Up to $5.11 million
Investment Needed
- Up to $5.11 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- Up to $5.11 million, subject to Council budget processes
View or download Connecting Ballarat East project page
Footpath Upgrade Package
Project Cost
- Up to $4.5 million (fully scalable)
Investment Needed
- Up to $4.5 million
City of Ballarat Investment
Staff, planning and community engagement costs (subject to Council budget processes)
View or download Footpath Upgrade Package project page
Forest Street Active Transport Corridor
Project Cost
- Up to $10 million
Investment Needed
- Up to $10 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- Subject to Council budget processes
View or download Forest Street Active Transport Corridor project page
Mair Street Upgrade Stage 2
Not costed (Victorian Government)
View or download Mair Street Upgrade Stage 2 project page
Royal Park Community Hub, Buninyong Stage 2
Project Cost
- $2.4 million
Investment Needed
- Up to $2.4 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- Subject to Council budget processes
View or download Royal Park Community Hub, Buninyong Stage 2 project page
Victorian Goldfields World Heritage Bid
Project Cost
- $1.65 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- Subject to Council budget processes
View or download Victorian Goldfields World Heritage Bid project page
Victoria Park Major Events Precinct
Project Cost
- $5.4 million
Investment Needed
- $3.6 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- Subject to Council budget processes
View or download Victoria Park Major Events Precinct project page
Yarrowee River Package
Project Cost
- Up to $5 million - fully scalable
Investment Needed
- Up to $5 million
City of Ballarat Investment
- Subject to Council budget processes
View or download Yarrowee River Package project page
Tier 3 Projects
These projects of local significance will enhance the everyday lives of residents, improve the liveability of neighbourhoods, create a greater sense of community and more opportunities for residents to enjoy active lifestyles, bringing social, health and wellbeing benefits.
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Project Partnerships
City of Ballarat also works in partnership with other Ballarat organisations to present our combined priority projects to the Victorian and Australian Governments.
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