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Ballarat Central offers wonderful lifestyle opportunities and world class facilities that are attractive to young professionals and families. Key industries in the heart of city include two major health services including the Ballarat Base Hospital and St John of God Hospital, various information technology industries, retail, a wide spectrum of medical practices, accommodation, and private and public education options. Ballarat Central includes the Central Business District which is formed in and around Sturt street with major religious institutions, the GovHub which is home to approx 1000 Victorian Government employees and proud period residential homes.  Smarter Parking has been introduced to the central part of the city which allows the first hour of parking for free. There are just two sports ovals within Ballarat Central, the Western Oval and Hickman Street Oval for recreational use, along with public transport including bus and train services which is just one block from the lower end of Sturt Street. Living in the heart of city delivers an exceptional lifestyle with proximity benefits to many facilities, services, and a diverse range of varying cuisines.

• Education

  • Federation University

• Recreation

  • Hickman Street Oval
  • Western Oval