Welcome! Here you will find all you need to know about visiting, living and investing in Ballarat.

The City of Ballarat is working in partnership with the State Government to encourage more people to live, work and invest in provincial Victoria through the 'Make it Happen in Provincial Victoria' campaign.

Ballarat attracts tourists all year round with its beauty, history, vibrancy and wealth of  visitor attractions. Read more.

Job opportunities, affordable housing and hassle free public transport top the list of reasons why more and more people are choosing to relocate to Ballarat.

If you are considering a lifestyle change there are many compelling reasons to choose Ballarat.  To assist you in your transition, the City of Ballarat invites all new residents to participate in the New Residents Program. Read more.

Strategic Location, high technology infrastructure, excellent health and education facilities and a mature and diverse economic base, all make Ballarat the place to invest. Read more.