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Trees in Victoria Park

Tree Protection

To retain our trees they need space to grow above and below ground. Tree Protection Zones are allocated to ensure no damage is caused to tree trunks, roots, canopy or branches during works or construction. See Tree Protection in the City of Ballarat for protection requirements for public trees in Ballarat.

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Two important reports tabled at Council Meeting

Good Food For All: Food Strategy 2019-2022 Ballarat City Council was presented with a report detailing the work completed as part of the Good Food for All: Food Strategy 2019-2022 at its February Council Meeting. The Strategy had three priority areas: Increase access to and promotion of safe and nutritious food. Support a sustainable local food system. Cele...

An artist's impression of the Alfredton Community Hub

Tender awarded for construction of Alfredton Community Hub

City of Ballarat Council has approved the awarding of the tender for the new Alfredton Community Hub. At the February 2023 Ordinary Council meeting on Wednesday, Council approved the officer's recommendation for Ballarat company CIQ Construction Management Pty Limited to undertake the project at a cost of $6,457,305. The Donegal Drive community facility will accommodate a diverse range of users, foster a sense of place, and ensu...

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Bringing the gallery outdoors

Works are underway for another activation space in Ballarat’s city centre. Alfred Deakin Place, beside the Art Gallery of Ballarat, is being improved with seating areas and landscaping to enable people to stay and enjoy the space. Once completed, the Art Gallery will be able to be brought outside, with four backlit exhibition panels used to display visual art to the community 24 hours a day. ...

Three people holding pots of begonias walk through a conservatory.

Begonia Festival preparations in full swing

While preparations are in full swing in the lead-up to the Ballarat Begonia Festival on March 11-13, City of Ballarat’s nursery gardeners work year-round to cultivate and curate the beautiful and rare begonias for the city’s annual celebration of flowers. The bright floral display in the Robert Clark Conservatory is the result of 12 months of work from City of Ballarat gardeners Sheree Blood, Erin Brennan and Mark Oliver. &n...

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Improving our small parks

Ballarat residents have helped shape their local recreational spaces as part of the Small Parks Improvement Program over the past four months. The first round of community consultation has concluded with 12 parks across the City of Ballarat being assessed. Five park designs received a high degree of support and positive feedback – College Street, Cuthberts Road, Hearn, Horsham and Vale Street reserves – resulting in additi...

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The launch of Pet Adoption Month | A new leash on life

March is National Pet Adoption Month and the City of Ballarat is encouraging people to think about adding the right furry member to the family. At the commencement of March, the Ballarat Animal Shelter has 18 dogs, 77 cats and one pony looking for their new homes. When it comes to selecting an animal, take your time to think about what animal will fit your lifestyle. Introducing the right animal into y...

Large, bright letters spelling out 'Begonia' in the centre of Sturt Street.

First Nations focus at upcoming Begonia Festival

The City of Ballarat is striving to highlight First Nations voices, work and culture in the upcoming Ballarat Begonia Festival. The festival has an exciting program of presenters, entertainment, food and drink and family activities across the March long weekend. Last year’s event saw more than 50,000 people attend and this year it is expected to grow. There are a lot of different ways to participate in the festival over the three days. &...

Have your say on the Public Toilet Strategy

Have your say on public toilets in the Ballarat municipality

Do you want to help shape the future of public toilet facilities across the Ballarat municipality?For the next month, you can have your say on how we can improve public toilet facilities by completing a short survey.Your feedback will help to inform a Draft Public Toilet Strategy and will be designed to meet the diverse needs of residents across the municipality.The strategy will establish a vision to provide high quality, inclusive and accessibl...

City of Ballarat Mayor, Cr Des Hudson with youth volunteers Shayla Cobbledick and Rohan McMaster

Nominations open for City of Ballarat 2023 Youth Awards

Do you know a young person that contributes a lot to Ballarat and deserves some recognition?Then why not put their name forward for a prestigious honour?Nominations have now opened for the City of Ballarat 2023 Youth Awards.Since 2005, the City of Ballarat Youth Awards have recognised the outstanding contributions that young people make to the Ballarat community. The awards shine a light on the leadership, innovation, kindness, and exemplar...