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Ballarat Community News: June 2026 Roundup

Local council decisions, community initiatives and what is happening in the Ballarat community this winter.

By The Daily Ballarat · 27 June 2026

$25M Ballarat CBD revitalisation fund opens for applications

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$25M Ballarat CBD revitalisation fund opens for applications

Victorian state government funding targets the goldfields city's commercial heart.

By Ballarat Daily · 27 June 2026

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By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026

Ballarat Base Hospital expansion reaches construction midpoint

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Ballarat Base Hospital expansion reaches construction midpoint

The $756 million expansion project is progressing on schedule, with new surgical suites now framed.

By Ballarat Daily · 26 June 2026

Ballarat by Train: The V/Line Service That Sustains the City's Melbourne Connection

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Ballarat by Train: The V/Line Service That Sustains the City's Melbourne Connection

The 45-minute train journey has been fundamental to Ballarat's growth as a Melbourne satellite.

By The Daily Ballarat · 24 June 2026

New primary school opens in Alfredton as population surge drives demand

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New primary school opens in Alfredton as population surge drives demand

The third new primary school in five years reflects Ballarat's rapid population growth.

By Ballarat Daily · 24 June 2026

Ballarat hospital redevelopment enters construction as first buildings are handed over

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Ballarat hospital redevelopment enters construction as first buildings are handed over

The $650 million Grampians Health redevelopment is the largest health infrastructure project in regional Victoria.

By The Ballarat Daily · 23 June 2026

Western Victoria renewable energy hub takes shape around Ballarat

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Western Victoria renewable energy hub takes shape around Ballarat

The region surrounding Ballarat is becoming Australia's most active renewable energy development corridor.

By Ballarat Daily · 22 June 2026

Sovereign Hill announces $48M expansion of its underground mine experience

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Sovereign Hill announces $48M expansion of its underground mine experience

The world-class attraction is extending its underground mine tour with new 19th century gold rush scenes.

By Ballarat Daily · 20 June 2026

New Ballarat central station design revealed, promises modern facilities and heritage respect

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New Ballarat central station design revealed, promises modern facilities and heritage respect

The revamped station will retain its 1889 bluestone facade while gaining new platforms, a mobility hub, and a revitalised underground concourse.

By The Ballarat Daily · 18 June 2026

Ballarat passes 125,000 residents as Melbourne migration continues

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Ballarat passes 125,000 residents as Melbourne migration continues

The goldfields city is growing faster than any other Victorian regional centre.

By Ballarat Daily · 18 June 2026

Ballarat tech hub secures 12 startups in inaugural accelerator round

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Ballarat tech hub secures 12 startups in inaugural accelerator round

The Bridge Road facility has already attracted interstate founders, with three companies relocating from Melbourne and Sydney.

By The Ballarat Daily · 13 June 2026

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Ballarat and the Wind Energy Economy

The Grampians and Central Highlands are among Victoria's best wind resources.

By The Daily Ballarat · 13 June 2026

Lake Wendouree foreshore to be upgraded with new boardwalk and cultural trail

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Lake Wendouree foreshore to be upgraded with new boardwalk and cultural trail

The $12 million project will restore wetland habitat, improve cycling infrastructure, and add interpretive signage acknowledging Wadawurrung Country.

By The Ballarat Daily · 8 June 2026

$8 million restoration plan approved for Ballarat's historic Lydiard Street precinct

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$8 million restoration plan approved for Ballarat's historic Lydiard Street precinct

The project will repair facades, upgrade streetscape lighting, and restore several interiors to their original gold-rush era character.

By The Ballarat Daily · 2 June 2026

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Ballarat Community News: June 2026 Roundup

$25M Ballarat CBD revitalisation fund opens for applications

Things to do in Ballarat

Ballarat Base Hospital expansion reaches construction midpoint

Ballarat by Train: The V/Line Service That Sustains the City's Melbourne Connection

New primary school opens in Alfredton as population surge drives demand

Ballarat hospital redevelopment enters construction as first buildings are handed over

Western Victoria renewable energy hub takes shape around Ballarat

Sovereign Hill announces $48M expansion of its underground mine experience

New Ballarat central station design revealed, promises modern facilities and heritage respect

Ballarat passes 125,000 residents as Melbourne migration continues

Ballarat tech hub secures 12 startups in inaugural accelerator round

Ballarat and the Wind Energy Economy

Lake Wendouree foreshore to be upgraded with new boardwalk and cultural trail

$8 million restoration plan approved for Ballarat's historic Lydiard Street precinct