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Everything you might want to know about The Daily Ballarat.
What is The Daily Ballarat?
The Daily Ballarat is an independent local newsroom publishing the day's Ballarat news in a 2-minute read, every weekday morning. Free to read, free to subscribe.
How often is the newsletter sent?
The Morning Briefing lands in your inbox every weekday before 7am. You can unsubscribe at any time from the link at the bottom of any email.
Is it free?
Yes. Reading the site and subscribing to the newsletter is free. We are supported by local advertisers and sponsorships, clearly labelled.
How can I submit a news tip?
Visit our Send us a tip page or email the newsroom directly. We read every tip and respond when we can act on it.
How can I submit an event?
Use the Submit an event form. We list community, arts, music and sport events happening in and around Ballarat.
Do you use AI?
Yes — selectively, and always with editorial oversight. Drafts may be assisted by AI for speed, but every story is reviewed by a human editor before publication. See our Editorial standards and Newsroom pages for details.
How do I advertise or sponsor?
Visit our Advertise page or contact the team via Sponsor & advertise. We offer newsletter sponsorships, web placements and bespoke partnerships.
How do I correct a story?
Each article has a 'Suggest a correction' link at the bottom. Verified corrections are published transparently.