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Chinese Ballarat: The Hidden Gold Rush Story

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Chinese Ballarat: The Hidden Gold Rush Story

Thousands of Chinese miners came to the Ballarat goldfields, leaving a heritage still visible today.

By The Daily Ballarat · 16 June 2026

Ballarat and Gold: Understanding the Rushes That Made Victoria

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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 · 16 June 2026

Ballarat's Chinese Heritage: The Other Gold Rush Story

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Ballarat's Chinese Heritage: The Other Gold Rush Story

The Chinese miners who came to Ballarat left a heritage that the city is finally fully celebrating.

By The Daily Ballarat · 15 June 2026

Ballarat's Climate: Cool Enough to Matter

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Ballarat's Climate: Cool Enough to Matter

The Central Highlands' weather is a genuine feature for residents and producers.

By The Daily Ballarat · 15 June 2026

Ballarat Health Services: A Regional Hospital Meeting Growing Demand

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Ballarat Health Services: A Regional Hospital Meeting Growing Demand

Ballarat Base Hospital serves the Central Highlands and Wimmera regions.

By The Daily Ballarat · 14 June 2026

Mental Health Support in Ballarat: Services, Helplines and Where to Get Help

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Updated 16 h ago

Mental Health Support in Ballarat: Services, Helplines and Where to Get Help

A guide to mental health services, helplines and community resources in Ballarat for 2026.

By The Daily Ballarat · 13 June 2026

Lake Wendouree and Pipers by the Lake: Ballarat's Civic Living Room

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Lake Wendouree and Pipers by the Lake: Ballarat's Civic Living Room

The lakefront precinct defines how Ballarat residents use their public space.

By The Daily Ballarat · 12 June 2026

Healthy Eating in Ballarat: The Best Cafes and Food Spots for 2026

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Healthy Eating in Ballarat: The Best Cafes and Food Spots for 2026

Where to find the best nutritious, clean food in Ballarat - cafes, meal prep and everything in between.

By The Daily Ballarat · 10 June 2026

Ballarat Rail Connection: The Train That Defines Regional Commuting

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Ballarat Rail Connection: The Train That Defines Regional Commuting

V/Line's Ballarat line is the busiest regional railway in Victoria.

By The Daily Ballarat · 10 June 2026

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Latest Community news in Ballarat

Chinese Ballarat: The Hidden Gold Rush Story

Ballarat and Gold: Understanding the Rushes That Made Victoria

Ballarat's Chinese Heritage: The Other Gold Rush Story

Ballarat's Climate: Cool Enough to Matter

Ballarat Health Services: A Regional Hospital Meeting Growing Demand

Mental Health Support in Ballarat: Services, Helplines and Where to Get Help

Lake Wendouree and Pipers by the Lake: Ballarat's Civic Living Room

Healthy Eating in Ballarat: The Best Cafes and Food Spots for 2026

Ballarat Rail Connection: The Train That Defines Regional Commuting