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02 Oct 26

Have your say on the Libraries Strategic Plan 2027–2031

Whether you're a regular library visitor or haven't visited in years, we want to hear from you. We're developing a new library strategy that will help shape our library services over the next four years. Have your say and help us plan for the future.

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10 Nov 26

Respect Is… • Exhibition

Respect Is... is a collaborative community art exhibition created by local organisations and community members across the Ballarat region as part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign.

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06 Nov 26

16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence 2026

The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is a global campaign led annually by UN Women. It runs every year from 25 November (the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women) to 10 December (Human Rights Day).

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13 Oct 26

Collect your items 24/7 at our new Library Lockers

Our new library lockers increase availability of library services in Buninyong, Cardigan Village, Learmonth and Miners Rest, allowing 24/7 collection of library items.

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07 Oct 26

Artwork Callout: Respect is…

The 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence campaign is inviting the Ballarat community to use creativity as a tool for reflection, conversation and change.

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06 Oct 26

A Lifetime of Colour: Where Expression Meets Experience • Exhibition

Presented by Ageing Well Services as part of Ballarat Seniors Festival, A Lifetime of Colour showcases the works of older adults from Ballarat Society of Artists Inc and Perridak Arts.

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07 Sep 26

Ballarat Libraries’ School Holiday Program • Spring 2026

Join us for a spring of fun these school holidays! Bookings for Ballarat Libraries' fun and free Spring School Holiday Program are open now.

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31 Jul 26

Ballarat Libraries’ Rare Books: Treasures from the Collection • Exhibition

Spanning more than five centuries, Ballarat Libraries’ Rare Book Collection brings together remarkable examples of printing, publishing, exploration, science and literature.

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15 Jun 26

Ballarat Libraries’ School Holiday Program • Winter 2026

Join us for a winter of fun these school holidays! Bookings for Ballarat Libraries' fun and free Winter School Holiday Program are open now.

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