City of Ballarat

Ballarat extends across the Central Highlands of Victoria, functioning as the third most populated inland urban area in Australia with 119,096 residents.

The 1854 Eureka Rebellion in Ballarat marked a turning point for Australian democracy when miners staged an uprising against colonial authorities over mining licenses.

The Art Gallery of Ballarat maintains the largest collection of Australian art outside capital cities and represents the oldest regional gallery in the country.

The V/Line rail service connects Ballarat to Melbourne through regular trains, while the local airport handles regional flights and general aviation operations.

Sovereign Hill presents a detailed recreation of 1850s gold mining life through a 60-acre outdoor museum where visitors observe historical mining techniques.

GPS coordinates: -37.51884,143.77284

Latest update: March 8, 2025 00:08