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Under current legislation, all domestic animal businesses must be registered with the City of Ballarat. Domestic animal businesses include: animal pounds operated by Council or a Council contractor breeding businesses (cats and/or dogs) training for dogs and cats pet shops animal (welfare) shelters dog/cat rearing/breeding premises.

Operating a business can be challenging. Staying up-to-date on industry trends and opportunities can give you confidence and your business direction. 

Congratulations on starting your business in Ballarat.    We understand that navigating through government can be challenging. That’s why we have established the Business Concierge Service.    This service will help you become operational as soon as possible by assisting you:  Through the permit application process  Engage with the different City of Ballarat departments  Underst...

Any Ballarat business that sells food or drink must register their food premises with us.  Our officers will inspect your premises and issue a certificate of Food Act Registration. Once received, you can handle food for sale at your premises.

The decision to expand your business can be both exciting and daunting.     We’re here to help you understand what may be required to increase your business operations.     Our Business Concierge Service is available to assist you navigate through government to grow your business.   Who can I talk to about Business Concierge Service?  Contact our Business Engagement Officer on 03 5320 5500 or by&...

It has never been a better time to consider establishing your business in Ballarat.   As the largest city in Western Victoria and the third largest and fastest growing in Victoria, Ballarat is a city that has so much to offer business and industry.    You can discover everything our city has to offer business via our dedicated business and industry website. Who can I talk to about my business aspirations...

As more and more Ballarat businesses reopen, it’s a great time to reflect on what we can to do to be kind and support the people who provide the goods and services we all want and need.  Unsure? So are they. 

Ballarat is home to an increasing number and range of food producers who are sustaining us with their home-grown produce. Whether they are selling at the farm gate, to local cafes and restaurants or at markets in non-pandemic times, our local producers are continuing to nourish us and our local food industry.