Ballarat
Published: 16/06/2011
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Ballarat is Victoria's third largest city, located just over an hour by road west of Melbourne.
Ballarat has enjoyed a rich and prosperous heritage thanks to the Gold Rush which began in 1851. News that the Ballarat region was home to the richest alluvial goldfield in the world resulted in a population explosion as people came from all over the world seeking fortune. By 1855, Ballarat had grown to a city with a population of 100,000 people. Impressive public and private buildings sprung up which were financed from the wealth generated by the diggings.
These days, long after the gold has run out, the city retains much of its rich gold heritage in the form of opulent buildings, fountains, and tourist attractions celebrating the city's history.
With a plethora of fabulous hotels, conference centres, activities and event locations, Ballarat is an ideal destination for an intimate incentive group or a larger than life conference.
