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Each year, the City of Ballarat commissions an independent company to survey the Ballarat community to understand how well we are delivering our services to the community.

The City of Ballarat has several grant programs to support community groups, organisations and businesses seeking funding for programs, events, products and services that bring a range of benefits to Ballarat.

The Community Vision has an outlook of at least 10 years and describes the community’s aspirations for the future of the Ballarat.

The Ballarat Community Awards recognise the outstanding achievements of community members who have gone above and beyond to improve the lives of everyone in the region. The annual Ballarat Citizen of the Year, Ballarat Young Citizen of the Year and Community Activity of the Year Awards are announced in January each year. 

Community gardening is a proactive use for public open space and helps to create healthy, connected safe and sustainable communities.

The City of Ballarat’s new Council, with two new and seven returning Councillors, is working to develop key documents that will guide the work of Council over the next four years.

Committee Terms of Reference/ Delegation Council officer responsible Members Meeting dates Agendas and minutes Community Impact Grant Allocations Delegated Committee Community Impact Grant Allocations Terms of Reference Community Impact Grant Allocations Delegations Peter Appleton – Executive Manager Engaged Communities David H...

Parks and gardens form the hearts and souls of cities and suburbs. They are more than meeting places and are integral to our sense of community.

Almost 15 years ago, the Brown Hill Progress Association rallied to save the Brown Hill Pool from closure. Today, the dedicated community group continues to manage this outdoor City of Ballarat aquatic facility to ensure the community can get together to make a splash each summer.