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Australian Jousting Championships? Tell ’em They’re Dreamin’

The Australian Jousting Championships are coming to Kryal Castle in Victoria this month, promising an epic spectacle of medieval mayhem. This isn't your average sporting event. Competitors will be decked out in replica medieval armour, following the true rules of the joust as practised in the high Middle Ages. Get ready to witness the thunder…

15 May 2024ByJohn Taylor

Pubs

The Best Pubs in Ballarat

Ballarat is Victoria's third-largest city, and was the epicentre of the Victoria gold rush of the late 1800s. Today, Ballarat is a bustling regional centre with unbelievable historic buildings to stare at all day long. There are also, a lot of pubs to get a feed and a cold beer at. And for them to…

7 March 2024ByBen Tyers

Food & Drink Victoria

Ballarat’s ‘The Goods Shed’ Launches Its Dining Hall

The much-anticipated revival of The Goods Shed in Ballarat is set to redefine the city's culinary landscape as it unveils its Dining Hall on November 21. Award-winning developer Pellicano has transformed the historic bluestone building into a multifaceted hospitality and entertainment hub, featuring a range of exceptional dining experiences and event spaces. Atlantic Group Presents…

16 November 2023ByJohn Taylor

Events Victoria

The Victorian Medieval Festival Celebrates 50 Years

In the year of our Lord 2023, armoured knights will descend upon Kryal Castle in Ballarat to vie for the ultimate prize—the honour of being crowned jousting champion on the 50th anniversary of jousting in Australia—at the annual Victorian Medieval Festival. Held over two days on the weekend of 18-19 November, this year’s Festival promises to…

8 November 2023ByJohn Taylor

Food & Drink Victoria

Two New Distilleries Open in Ballarat

Ballarat, known for its rich history and vibrant culture, is gearing up to add more sparkle to its already renowned distillery scene with the opening of two new exciting establishments: Grainery Lane and Itinerant Spirits. Also Read: The Best Pubs in Ballarat These award-winning distilleries are set to tantalise your taste buds with a…

29 October 2023ByJohn Taylor

Victoria

Everything You Need to Know About the Ballarat Tramway Museum

The Ballarat Tramway Museum is a heritage tramway and museum located in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia. It operates a number of historic trams on a 3.5 km (2.2 mi) circuit around Lake Wendouree and through the Botanical Gardens in Ballarat. The museum was established in 1968 and is operated by the Ballarat Tramway Preservation Society, a…

13 October 2023ByThe Roustabout

Food & Drink Victoria

La Cabra Opens Another Regional Venue, This Time in Ballarat

In an exciting move that's set to delight locals and food enthusiasts, La Cabra, Victoria's home-grown modern Mexican franchise, is opening its seventh outpost in Ballarat, marking the group's first venture into regional expansion. This expansion promises to bring the vibrant and delectable flavours of Mexican cuisine to the heart of regional Victoria. Founders Joshua…

11 October 2023ByThe Roustabout

Events Victoria

Ballarat International Foto Biennale Returns This August

The highly anticipated Ballarat International Foto Biennale (BIFB) 2023 is set to captivate photography enthusiasts and art lovers alike as the Art Gallery of Ballarat unveils two remarkable exhibitions in its core program. Titled "Effacement," the collaborative exhibition by Karenne Ann and Heather Horrocks takes visitors on a journey through post-pandemic identity exploration. Living and…

7 August 2023ByThe Roustabout

Events Victoria

Ballarat’s Annual Winter Festival Transforms the City into a Winter Wonderland

The highly anticipated Ballarat Winter Festival is returning to the historic city from 24th June to 16th July, promising to transform the city into a magical winter wonderland. The City of Ballarat has announced a three-week program filled with winter-themed events, activities, and entertainment for both locals and visitors. During the June/July school holidays, residents…

7 June 2023ByThe Roustabout

Events Victoria

Immerse Yourself in Magic at Kryal Castle’s Festival of Magic

Get ready to unleash your inner witch or wizard at Kryal Castle's highly anticipated Festival of Magic, taking place during the upcoming June long weekend. From Saturday, June 10th, until Monday, June 12th, visitors will be captivated by enchanting performances and an array of magical activities. Step into a world of fantasy by donning your…

7 June 2023ByThe Roustabout

Food & Drink Victoria

The Best Cafes in Ballarat

The historic city of Ballarat has become a food hotspot over the past couple of years—especially as it has seen its population boom from city-dwellers moving to the gold rush mecca. Ballarat's rich history is well-known and evident by the gold rush boom-era buildings that dot the impressive Sturt Street. These days, not a whole…

2 May 2023ByThe Editor

History

What Was the Largest Gold Nugget Ever Found in Australia?

Gold nuggets have been found all over the world, but Australia's, in particular, seem to produce large gold nuggets that are generally very pure. As recently as 2020, large gold nuggets have been found in Australia, with two South Australian prospectors finding two gold nuggets worth around $350,000. Gold nuggets are generally between 20.5K and…

29 March 2023ByBen Tyers

History Victoria

Victorian Finds $240K Gold Nugget in the Golden Triangle

Avid readers of The Local Rag would know we're well and truly into prospecting for gold, and the nuggets found along the journey. So, when I heard this week that a new nugget was found in Victoria—2.6kg worth—my eyebrows lifted. A lucky Victorian man is the proud owner of the latest big gold nugget found…

28 March 2023ByBen Tyers

Accomodation Victoria

Medieval Theme Park Kryal Castle Adds New BIG4 Holiday Park

Kryal Castle, the iconic medieval theme park located just 15 minutes from Ballarat, is set to become home to a brand-new BIG4 Holiday Park, offering visitors an expanded range of accommodation options. The BIG4 Kryal Castle Holiday Park, which officially opens on Friday 7th April, is the closest Ballarat-based BIG4 caravan park to Melbourne and…

27 March 2023ByBen Tyers

Events Victoria

Le Dîner en Blanc Is Coming to Ballarat

The world-renowned event, Le Dîner en Blanc, is making its way to Ballarat for the first time ever on Saturday, April 1, 2023. The event, which originated in Paris in 1988, is now hosted in over 120 cities worldwide including New York, Vancouver, Shanghai, and Sydney. Le Dîner en Blanc is a gourmet dining experience…

11 February 2023ByThe Roustabout

Tag: ballarat

Australian Jousting Championships? Tell ’em They’re Dreamin’

The Best Pubs in Ballarat

Ballarat’s ‘The Goods Shed’ Launches Its Dining Hall

The Victorian Medieval Festival Celebrates 50 Years

Two New Distilleries Open in Ballarat

Everything You Need to Know About the Ballarat Tramway Museum

La Cabra Opens Another Regional Venue, This Time in Ballarat

Ballarat International Foto Biennale Returns This August

Ballarat’s Annual Winter Festival Transforms the City into a Winter Wonderland

Immerse Yourself in Magic at Kryal Castle’s Festival of Magic

The Best Cafes in Ballarat

What Was the Largest Gold Nugget Ever Found in Australia?

Victorian Finds $240K Gold Nugget in the Golden Triangle

Medieval Theme Park Kryal Castle Adds New BIG4 Holiday Park

Le Dîner en Blanc Is Coming to Ballarat

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