Latest Ballarat City Council News

Four days of hidden histories draws thousands to Ballarat Heritage Festival
GBAC calls for urgent country roads and bridges funding ahead of state election
Ballarat’s Golden Opportunity: Now And Into Future
New Buninyong netball courts and LED scoreboard ready for winter season
Transport guide set to help build confidence for Ballarat’s older residents
The Mining Exchange Building to be restored to original colour in grand makeover
Help bring Ballarat’s parks to life with a name that matters
Your Guide To 2026 Ballarat Begonia Festival
Local Primary Schools Help Snail Trail Sculptures Come Out Of Their Shells For Upcoming Begonia Festival
More time to read, study and connect at Ballarat Libraries
Statement from the City of Ballarat Mayor, Cr Tracey Hargreaves regarding Bondi terrorist attack
EOI’s open for Be Hear Now 2026 with exciting new partnerships with the Victorian Music Development Office and Music Victoria
Alpine and Hindmarsh councils not compliant with rate caps
Land Open For Business At Ballarat West Employment Zone
Ballarat Bursts Into Colour With Launch Of Sunnyside
Free Green Waste Week and Half Price Mattress Week are back again
Ballarat to host 2026 Australian Country Water Polo Championships
Our Older Residents Shine In Ballarat Seniors Awards
Community consultation for naming ‘Sally McLean Courts’ at CE Brown Reserve
City of Ballarat acknowledges error in Gillies Road trial
Cincotta Lane unveiled to honour Ballarat fruit and vegetable merchants
The countdown is on – one week to go until FOGO and glass collections start
Ballarat takes centre stage for the School Sport Australia Games 03
More upgrades announced for Ballarat Major Events Precinct
Council approves of new name for Vickers Street Community Hub
Minister for Planning joins GBAC to discuss future-ready regional growth
City of Ballarat receives 2024/25 Annual Report, celebrating a strong year of achievements and community investment
Ballarat Seniors Festival Expo 2025 shines at new showgrounds
Help Shape New Public Toilet Location At Lake Wendouree
Major Upgrade Works Under Way On Historic City Oval Grandstand
Statement On Cancellation Of Jayco Herald Sun Tour
City Of Ballarat Briefs Chief Commissioner On Community Safety Concerns
Five New Heritage Places Protected Under Ballarat’s Heritage Overlay
Bridge Mall To Come To Life For Free Children’s Week Family Day Out
Heritage Interpretation Works To Begin At Former Orphanage Site
‘Recipes For Respect’: New Book Celebrates Ballarat’s Older Women
Councils United: Powerful Statewide Protest Against Unfair Emergency Services Tax
Road Safety Works Commence At Two High-risk Intersections
Flood Study Finalised For Ballarat 11 Waterways
Update Regarding Art Gallery Of Ballarat Upgrades Project
Planning Delegated Committee 9 October
Ballarat Calls For Bold, Destination-driving Events Through Tourism Events Grant Program
City Of Ballarat Invites Community To Learn More About Budget Process
Young Artists’ Designs Drive Sustainability Message
Expert Contractor Appointed For Buninyong Heritage Swimming Baths Conservation Works
Fuelling Activity With Healthier Food And Drinks At BALC
Grenville Street North Set For Safer, Greener Transformation
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