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Ballarat Economy 2026: Victoria's Largest Inland City Builds on Solid Foundations

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Ballarat Economy 2026: Victoria's Largest Inland City Builds on Solid Foundations

Gold rush heritage, education, health and tourism — Ballarat's economic story in 2026.

By The Daily Ballarat · 27 June 2026

Cost of Living in Ballarat in 2026: Victoria's Best-Value Large City

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Cost of Living in Ballarat in 2026: Victoria's Best-Value Large City

An hour from Melbourne with median house prices a quarter of the inner city.

By The Daily Ballarat · 27 June 2026

Young investors buck negative gearing reforms to win Wendouree property

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Updated 1 d ago

Young investors buck negative gearing reforms to win Wendouree property

Ballarat investor couple secure purchase despite new tax changes designed to cool property market.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Ballarat council approves budget after mayor casts deciding vote

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Updated 1 d ago

Ballarat council approves budget after mayor casts deciding vote

Divided council resolves rates decision following tense deliberation over spending levels.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Ballarat property market benefits from Melbourne commuter demand as V/Line trains fill

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Updated 12 h ago

Ballarat property market benefits from Melbourne commuter demand as V/Line trains fill

The roughly 90-minute V/Line rail connection to Melbourne CBD has positioned Ballarat as a commuter city for workers who want regional lifestyle at a fraction of Melbourne's property costs.

By The Daily Ballarat · 25 June 2026

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Updated 31 min ago

Buying property in Ballarat: the goldfields city's finance guide for 2026

Ballarat's $560K median and proximity to Melbourne make it one of Victoria's best-value markets.

By Ballarat Daily · 25 June 2026

Ballarat Property Market Report 2026: Prices, Trends and the Suburbs to Watch

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Updated 12 h ago

Ballarat Property Market Report 2026: Prices, Trends and the Suburbs to Watch

A comprehensive look at the Ballarat property market in 2026, including median prices, auction trends and suburbs outperforming expectations.

By The Daily Ballarat · 24 June 2026

Ballarat targets renewable energy manufacturing as transition from coal presents opportunities

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Updated 12 h ago

Ballarat targets renewable energy manufacturing as transition from coal presents opportunities

Western Victoria's renewable energy buildout is creating supply chain opportunities for Ballarat's manufacturing base, while the transition away from brown coal employment reshapes the regional workforce.

By The Daily Ballarat · 24 June 2026

First Home Buyer Guide: How to Buy Property in Ballarat in 2026

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Updated 12 h ago

First Home Buyer Guide: How to Buy Property in Ballarat in 2026

Everything Ballarat first home buyers need to know about grants, deposits, and affordable suburbs.

By The Daily Ballarat · 21 June 2026

Ballarat's Housing Market: The Melbourne Ripple Effect

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Updated 12 h ago

Ballarat's Housing Market: The Melbourne Ripple Effect

Population growth driven by Melbourne migration has fundamentally changed the city's property market.

By The Daily Ballarat · 21 June 2026

Ballarat Property: Regional Value After the Remote Work Surge

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Updated 1 d ago

Ballarat Property: Regional Value After the Remote Work Surge

Prices have risen but the city remains one of Victoria's most accessible residential markets.

By The Daily Ballarat · 19 June 2026

Superannuation strategies for Ballarat workers: from trades to healthcare

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Updated 31 min ago

Superannuation strategies for Ballarat workers: from trades to healthcare

Ballarat's diverse workforce needs tailored super strategies for their specific fund arrangements.

By Ballarat Daily · 19 June 2026

Investment Property in Ballarat: The Best Suburbs for Rental Yields in 2026

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Updated 12 h ago

Investment Property in Ballarat: The Best Suburbs for Rental Yields in 2026

Which Ballarat suburbs deliver the best rental yields and capital growth for property investors in 2026?

By The Daily Ballarat · 18 June 2026

Renting in Ballarat 2026: Prices, Rights and What Tenants Need to Know

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Updated 12 h ago

Renting in Ballarat 2026: Prices, Rights and What Tenants Need to Know

The Ballarat rental market in 2026 - median rents, tenant rights under VIC law, and tips for securing a rental.

By The Daily Ballarat · 15 June 2026

Investing in Ballarat property: the regional Victorian value proposition

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Updated 31 min ago

Investing in Ballarat property: the regional Victorian value proposition

Regional First Home Buyer Guarantee and 4.5% yields underpin the investment case.

By Ballarat Daily · 13 June 2026

Ballarat Infrastructure Projects Driving Property Values in 2026

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Updated 12 h ago

Ballarat Infrastructure Projects Driving Property Values in 2026

The major infrastructure developments in Ballarat expected to lift property values in surrounding suburbs.

By The Daily Ballarat · 12 June 2026

First home buyers in Ballarat: the Regional Guarantee makes ownership achievable

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Updated 31 min ago

First home buyers in Ballarat: the Regional Guarantee makes ownership achievable

Ballarat prices below $600K and the Regional Guarantee create real first home buyer opportunity.

By Ballarat Daily · 7 June 2026

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Updated 31 min ago

Small business finance in Ballarat: the goldfields city's growing commercial ecosystem

Ballarat's growing population and regional hub status are creating real SME opportunities.

By Ballarat Daily · 1 June 2026

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Ballarat Economy 2026: Victoria's Largest Inland City Builds on Solid Foundations

Cost of Living in Ballarat in 2026: Victoria's Best-Value Large City

Young investors buck negative gearing reforms to win Wendouree property

Ballarat council approves budget after mayor casts deciding vote

Ballarat property market benefits from Melbourne commuter demand as V/Line trains fill

Buying property in Ballarat: the goldfields city's finance guide for 2026

Ballarat Property Market Report 2026: Prices, Trends and the Suburbs to Watch

Ballarat targets renewable energy manufacturing as transition from coal presents opportunities

First Home Buyer Guide: How to Buy Property in Ballarat in 2026

Ballarat's Housing Market: The Melbourne Ripple Effect

Ballarat Property: Regional Value After the Remote Work Surge

Superannuation strategies for Ballarat workers: from trades to healthcare

Investment Property in Ballarat: The Best Suburbs for Rental Yields in 2026

Renting in Ballarat 2026: Prices, Rights and What Tenants Need to Know

Investing in Ballarat property: the regional Victorian value proposition

Ballarat Infrastructure Projects Driving Property Values in 2026

First home buyers in Ballarat: the Regional Guarantee makes ownership achievable

Small business finance in Ballarat: the goldfields city's growing commercial ecosystem