Ballarat is Victoria's third largest city, located just over an hour by road or rail west of Melbourne. Ballarat has enjoyed a rich and prosperous heritage thanks to the Gold Rush which began in News that the Ballarat region was home to the richest alluvial goldfield in the world resulted in a population explosion as people came from all over the world seeking fortune.
By , Ballarat had grown to a city with a population of , people. Impressive public and private buildings sprung up which were financed from the wealth generated by the diggings. Regional City of Ballarat. Culture and lifestyle Ballarat has a thriving arts, tourism and cultural scene. Employment, industry and infrastructure Ballarat has about 9, businesses and a workforce of approximately 57, people. Share this page:. Important Statistics. Land area Population density Settlement history European settlement dates from the s when sheep grazing and farming were established, followed soon after by a settlement at Buninyong.
Land use. Land use The City of Ballarat is predominantly a residential area, but also has substantial industrial, commercial and rural areas. City of Ballarat Community profile. Education Qualifications Highest level of schooling Education institution attending Disability Need for assistance Employment Employment status Industries Occupations Method of travel to work Disengagement by age.
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The City of Ballarat acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of the land we live and work on, the Wadawurrung and Dja Dja Wurrung People, and recognises their continuing connection to the land and waterways.
We pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging and extend this to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People. What's On Events in Ballarat From markets to festivals, live music to exhibitions, here's your guide to the best of what's on in Ballarat. This week. This month. Register your event.
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