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Extreme climate events such as heat waves, cold snaps, have significant impacts on health.

The City of Ballarat Health and Wellbeing Plan 2021-2031 sets the health priorities for the Ballarat community, outlines strategies to prevent or reduce public health issues and supports the community to achieve optimum health and wellbeing.

Accommodation, beauty and body art businesses located in the City of Ballarat must register with our Environmental Health team and comply with the Public Health and Wellbeing Act 2008 before starting trade.

In partnership with Ballarat Community Health Centre, a free needle/syringe exchange program is available for Insulin dependent persons. Sharps must be stored in an approved sharps container and delivered to the Environmental Health Unit for disposal (25 Armstrong Street South, Ballarat). A free replacement container will be provided. This is available for the community and not for commercial businesses/activities. If you are a business usi...

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Lucas Community Hub is a City of Ballarat managed facility located at 17 Coltman Plaza, LucasHub features include:Programs and eventsRooms for hireMaternal and Child Health and Immunisation ServicesTwo-room kindergarten facilityLibrary Kiosk

Explore ways to age well, connect with local services, learn about changes to aged care and start planning for your future.

The Tobacco Act 1987 has changed to have stricter controls on tobacco display, advertising and sales, as well as the places where people can smoke. 

We want to keep everyone moving and active at all stages of life. Here you can find out what we’re doing to help keep Ballarat active.

The CitySafe Taxi Rank provides a safe taxi pickup location close to the entertainment precinct with two security guards, good lighting and CCTV coverage. The CitySafe Taxi rank service is funded by the City of Ballarat and supported by Victoria Police.Location: Corner of Sturt and Lydiard Streets Operating Hours: Saturday and Sunday mornings from 1am – 5am It is also in operation on some public holidays and for some local events.