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Green bins are collected fortnightly on the opposite week to recycling.The maximum weight for collection is 70kg. If the bins are heavier, they cannot be collected. If you really struggle to wheel it to your kerbside, then it is too heavy for the arm of our truck. Green waste can also be taken to the Transfer Station.Please note: Our green waste collection service is compulsory for residential properties between 250m2 and 4000m2 with a detached h...

As your new Mayor, I am pleased to present the summer 2024/25 edition of ourballarat, which features a jam-packed collection of upcoming events, feature stories, behind-the-scenes videos and consultation results.The Her Majesty's Theatre story allows readers to take a peek behind the curtains of the remarkable redeveloped building. Generations of Ballarat residents have cherished this historic social and cultural hub. I have no doubt the redevelo...

The City of Ballarat has temporarily closed Lake Burrumbeet for all uses following the detection of a blue-green algal bloom at the lake. Testing has confirmed the presence of toxic algae, which can pose serious health risks to people and animals.  As a precaution, all water-based activities, including swimming, wading, fishing and boating are prohibited until further notice. Water affected by blue green algae can be unsuitable for...