This proposal is to name the netball courts only at C.E. Brown Reserve the Sally McLean Courts. It does not propose renaming the entire C.E. Brown Reserve — only the currently unnamed netball court area within the reserve.

Commemorative naming proposals follow theNaming Rules for Places in Victoria (2022), which set out how names are chosen and approved.

When a person is being recognised, their achievements, connection to the area and contribution to the community are carefully considered before a proposal is supported.

To ensure consistency across Victoria:

• Commemorative names generally recognise people who have passed away, allowing time for reflection on their legacy.
• It is preferred that only the person’s surname be used for roads or features, unless their full name is widely recognised.
• Each proposal must include a short biography outlining the person’s history, achievements and connection to the location.

Further detail on the criteria is available in the Naming Rules for Places in Victoria – Statutory requirements for naming roads, features and localities (2022), also available in the Document Library on this page.

The City of Ballarat is developing a Commemorative Name Bank to guide future naming proposals for roads, parks and community facilities.

This initiative helps honour individuals who have made a significant contribution to the Ballarat community or hold historical importance.

If you know someone who meets the commemorative naming requirements, you can check out the City of Ballarat's place naming page and submit a commemorative naming submission through the online form or alternatively

• Email the Naming Officer at maddisoncampbell@ballarat.vic.gov.au
• Use the subject line: Commemorative Name Suggestion
• Include a short biography outlining:
  • The person’s birth and passing dates
  • Their connection to Ballarat
  • Their key achievements or contributions
  • Contact details of any known family members (if applicable)

Alternatively, you can make a nomination through the Remember a Local – Name a Place campaign.

Submissions through this campaign are referred to the relevant council for consideration under the naming rules.

This work also connects with the Finding Her Research Hub, a pilot program delivered in partnership with Her Place Women’s Museum and supported by Geographic Names Victoria.

The program aims to improve gender equity in commemorative place naming by recognising the women and gender-diverse people who have shaped our region.

Council is required to seek public comment before making any decision on a naming proposal as per the Naming rules for victoria 2022. Interested parties are encouraged to make submissions, whether for or against a proposal.

Please note that any proposed names must conform with the Naming rules for places in Victoria- Statutory requirements for naming roads, feature and localities 2022. This document is included in the Document Library on this page. Further information on the naming guidelines is provided by the State Government at Naming Rules- Place Naming

Submissions can be made in the below feedback form or alternatively via email or post. In your submission, please indicate if you support the proposed name and briefly discuss why and/or demonstrate how the proposal does not conform to the naming rules for places in Victoria

Submissions on the proposed name of 'Colquhoun Lane' are invited and will be received by council until 5pm 6th of October 2025.

If no submissions are made it will be assumed that there are no objections, and council will proceed with the naming Process

• Email: Info@ballarat.vic.gov.au with NP245 Unnamed Lane at Barkly Square- Colquhoun Lane in the subject line
• Post: Letter addressed to the Naming Officer in Property and Facilities and can be mailed to Post Office Boc 655 Ballarat VIC 3353 Quoting the reference NP245 Unnamed Lane at Barkly Square- Colquhoun Lane