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PUBLIC ART EXPRESSIONS OF INTERESTSThere are a number of open Expressions of Interests for local creatives to submit for work around Ballarat. Ballarat’s Intercultural Garden – the empty plinth project, to display sculptural artwork in the new gardens. Expressions of Interest close 20 January 2025.Seedpod – an opportunity for live arts practitioners to be supported by regionally based live arts company Punctum. Expressions of interest close ...

BALLARAT TRANSFER STATION PUBLIC HOLIDAY CLOSUREThe Ballarat Transfer Station at 119 Gillies Street South, Alfredton will be closed to the public on Monday 27 January for the Australia Day Public Holiday.The Ballarat Transfer Station will reopen from 8am on Tuesday 28 January.For full details on opening hours and waste disposal at the Transfer Station visit ballarat.vic.gov.au/waste. DECLARATION OF BOATING ACTIVITY EXEMPTIONThe City of Balla...

AUSTRALIA DAY/JANUARY 26 PUBLIC EVENTSSurvival Day Dawn CeremonyThe Survival Day Dawn Ceremony is an inclusive event, welcoming all to join in solidarity for reflection and healing. The event will be held from 5.30am-6.30am at Lake Wendouree’s View Point, followed by the opportunity to have a cuppa and be part of a yarning circle until 10.30am.Australia Day Picnic in the ParkThe fourth annual Australia Day Picnic in the Park event will be held at...

NOTIFICATION OF ROADWORKSWindermere StreetRoadworks in Windermere Street will commence on 28 January 2025 and expect to be completed by 31 May 2025.This project will see the shoulder reconstructed in Windermere Street, Ballarat Central from Sturt Street to Dana Street. Detours will be in place for the duration of the works which will allow one way traffic heading south from Sturt Street through to Dana Street. Roads will be signed to direct vehic...

BALLARAT BLITZ TICKETS ON SALE NOWThe City of Ballarat is proud to support the Melbourne Vixens Ballarat Blitz. Tickets to the Melbourne Vixens’ pre-season event are now on sale.See the Vixens take on reigning Suncorp Super Netball champions the Adelaide Thunderbirds alongside GIANTS Netball and West Coast Fever.Matches are scheduled for the weekend of 1-2 March at Selkirk Stadium. Tickets on sale via Ticketek. COMMUNITY IMPACT GRANT PROGRAM...

DECLARATION OF BOATING ACTIVITY EXEMPTIONThe City of Ballarat as the declared waterway manager for Lake Wendouree, makes the following declaration under section 203(3) of the Marine Safety Act 2010 (Vic).For the purposes of boating activity conducted by Rowing Victoria, persons and vessels involved in the Rowing Victoria Lake Wendouree Regattas 2024-2025 are exempt from the following requirements:State Rules made under the Marine Act 1988Clause 2...

Empty headBALLARAT BOTANICAL GARDENS OPERATING HOURSAs preparations commence for the Ballarat Begonia Festival the following operating hours will apply:Venue Dates Robert Clark Conservatory closed Monday 10 February - Friday 7 March 2025 Botanical Gardens closed Monday 3 March - Friday 7 March 2025 Ballarat Begonia Festival Gardens and Conservatory open Saturday 8 March - Monday 10 March 2025, 10am – 5pm da...

PET REGISTRATIONS DUE SOONPet registration can assist City of Ballarat staff in re-uniting you with your pet if they are picked up or get out unexpectedly. It also assists with data collection and how to increase responsible pet ownership throughout our community.You can register or renew your animal registration on our eServices platform or visit our Customer Service centre. Lifetime tags are supplied with registration and should be placed on yo...

PET REGISTRATIONS DUE SOONPet registration can assist City of Ballarat staff in re-uniting you with your pet if they are picked up or get out unexpectedly. It also assists with data collection and how to increase responsible pet ownership throughout our community.You can register or renew your animal registration on our eServices platform or visit our Customer Service centre. Lifetime tags are supplied with registration and should be placed on yo...

PLAN FOR BALLARAT FORUMThe Victorian Government recently released its Plan for Victoria, alongside significant changes to all Victorian Planning Schemes, including a new townhouse and low-rise code.Join us for an important community forum, which will include:A presentation on the key elements of the State Government’s Plan for VictoriaDiscussion about changes to the Planning Scheme, including how it will affect residential growth and development ...