Following community consultation, the City of Ballarat Thematic Environmental History report is now ready for review.

The Ballarat Thematic Environmental History

The City of Ballarat Thematic Environmental History (TEH) is the first stage of the Heritage Gaps Review Program undertaken by the City of Ballarat over the next several years. The City of Ballarat commenced the TEH in February 2023 and engaged consultants to undertake a comprehensive municipal thematic environmental history.

The project is currently at delivery stage and will remain a working document as we receive feedback from the community. Input from Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation (WTOAC) is included in this report. Input from Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation is forthcoming.

The City of Ballarat Thematic Environmental History report is a large document. The City of Ballarat have separated it into the four volumes for the community to read below:


Volume 1

Thematic Environmental History Volume 1

Volume 2

Thematic Environmental History Volume 2

City of Ballarat Thematic Environmental History

Volume 3

Thematic Environmental History Volume 3

Volume 4

Thematic Environmental History Volume 4


What we heard

The City of Ballarat conducted consultation via online survey and in-person workshops in Ballarat, Buninyong, Learmonth, Miners Rest and walking tours with individuals and community groups.

Community Consultation