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Ballarat School Term Dates 2026, Full Calendar

Complete 2026 Ballarat school term dates, holiday periods, and Victorian Department of Education calendar. When do Ballarat schools break for holidays?

By Ballarat Daily · 2 July 2026 · 1 min read

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Moving to Ballarat: 5 Things You Need to Know

V/Line commute times, goldfields heritage, suburb guides, and costs. Everything new residents should consider before relocating.

By Ballarat Daily · 2 July 2026 · 2 min read

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Ballarat's cultural scene: galleries, theatres, live music

Explore what makes Ballarat a cultural hub, from the Art Gallery to Bridge Mall venues hosting world-class performances.

By Ballarat Daily · 28 June 2026 · 1 min read

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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 · 1 min read

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Lake Wendouree: The Olympic Venue in the Heart of Ballarat

The rowing lake that hosted the 1956 Olympics is the city's most significant sports and recreation asset.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026 · 2 min read

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Ballarat and Gold: Understanding the Rushes That Made Victoria

The history beneath the surface still shapes the city's identity and economic opportunities.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Sturt Street: The Heart of a City Investing in Its Future

Ballarat's central boulevard is being upgraded as the city's population grows.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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Ballarat Builders 2026: Renovation Costs, Licensing Requirements Explained

Ballarat builder and home renovation guide 2026: how much home renovations, extensions, knockdown rebuilds, and new builds cost in Ballarat, and how to find a licensed and insured Victorian builder.

By Ballarat Daily · 2 July 2026 · 1 min read

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Art Gallery of Ballarat: Regional Institutions That Punch Above Their Weight

Australia's oldest provincial gallery has a collection and program that challenges metropolitan assumptions.

By The Daily Ballarat · 26 June 2026 · 1 min read

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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 · 1 min read

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