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Your Guide to Winter in Ballarat in 2026

Your Guide to Winter in Ballarat in 2026

Frost, gold rush atmosphere and a warming food scene — here is how to make the most of a Ballarat winter.

By The Daily Ballarat · 27 June 2026

Ballarat Community Services: Your Complete Guide to Local Support

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Ballarat Community Services: Your Complete Guide to Local Support

From healthcare to family services — the organisations that help Ballarat residents.

By The Daily Ballarat · 27 June 2026

Things to Do in Ballarat This Winter: 10 Local Picks

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Things to Do in Ballarat This Winter: 10 Local Picks

From the goldfields to the spa country — the best ways to spend a winter day in Ballarat.

By The Daily Ballarat · 27 June 2026

Ballarat Arts and Culture in 2026: Galleries, Festivals and Gold Rush Heritage

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Ballarat Arts and Culture in 2026: Galleries, Festivals and Gold Rush Heritage

Why Ballarat is one of regional Victoria's most culturally rich cities.

By The Daily Ballarat · 27 June 2026

Moving to Ballarat in 2026: Gold Rush City With a Modern Liveability Story

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Moving to Ballarat in 2026: Gold Rush City With a Modern Liveability Story

An hour from Melbourne, with a proud history and a growing economy, Ballarat is having its moment.

By The Daily Ballarat · 27 June 2026

Ballarat downhill rider targets world cup stage as sport gains momentum

Ballarat downhill rider targets world cup stage as sport gains momentum

Young athlete from the region pursues international competition in increasingly competitive sport.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

BFNL board faces critical moment as exodus of resignations leaves league with skeleton crew

BFNL board faces critical moment as exodus of resignations leaves league with skeleton crew

Three more members depart, leaving only four board members before key governance vote.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Ballarat Winter Festival returns for 2026 with family favourites on calendar

Ballarat Winter Festival returns for 2026 with family favourites on calendar

Seasonal event builds on proven formula to attract families and support local tourism economy.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Hepburn community reinvigorates youth engagement after challenging year

Hepburn community reinvigorates youth engagement after challenging year

Small town rediscovers positive momentum through investment in young people and local programs.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Ballarat High School raises thousands for cancer research through fundraising campaign

Ballarat High School raises thousands for cancer research through fundraising campaign

Students and staff support research efforts with ambitious $10k target for medical breakthrough.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Ballarat footballer rockets up AFL Draft ladder after Lake Wendouree performance

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Ballarat footballer rockets up AFL Draft ladder after Lake Wendouree performance

Local junior's rapid rise reflects the region's depth of football talent and development pathways.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Ballarat loses education visionary as Jack Barker remembered

Updated 12 h ago

Ballarat loses education visionary as Jack Barker remembered

The Federation University founder leaves behind a legacy that shaped the city's post-secondary education landscape.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Federation University anchors Ballarat's education economy and drives graduate retention strategies

Updated 12 h ago

Federation University anchors Ballarat's education economy and drives graduate retention strategies

FedUni's Mount Helen campus and its network of TAFE and higher education facilities make Ballarat a significant regional education centre serving western Victoria.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Healthcare in Ballarat: Hospitals, Services and Where to Go

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Healthcare in Ballarat: Hospitals, Services and Where to Go

A practical, plain-English guide to Ballarat's public and private hospitals, primary care, emergency options and the role healthcare plays as a major regional employer.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Schools and Education in Ballarat: Universities, Schools and Training

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Schools and Education in Ballarat: Universities, Schools and Training

A plain-language guide to how Ballarat families and students navigate universities, schools and vocational training in one of regional Victoria's largest education hubs.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Getting Around Ballarat: Roads, Public Transport and Connections

Updated 12 h ago

Getting Around Ballarat: Roads, Public Transport and Connections

A general explainer on how people move around Ballarat and its region, from the Western Highway and city buses to the Ballarat Line rail link with Melbourne.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Two decades of connection: Ballarat teacher inspires next generation through Big Steps legacy

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Two decades of connection: Ballarat teacher inspires next generation through Big Steps legacy

A local educator has created a powerful archive of her students' development, now teaching children of her original 2006 class.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

From classroom to Hollywood: Ballarat performing arts school proud of Moana star's global success

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From classroom to Hollywood: Ballarat performing arts school proud of Moana star's global success

Catherine Laga'aia's journey from local high school to red carpet shows the reach of Ballarat's arts education.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026