Minutes in a Second

City of Ballarat, 27 August 2025

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Decisions

  1. Endorses Western Renewables Link environmental effects submission

    Submitted to the Minister of Planning, advocating fair consultation and alternative routes to reduce impacts on private property and agricultural land.

    Carried p. 12 of the official minutes (opens the PDF)

  2. Adopts Ballarat Botanical Gardens Master Plan 2025-2045

    Includes further research, consultation, budget allocation consideration, and safety investigation for path and tram track interconnections.

    Carried p. 13 of the official minutes (opens the PDF)

  3. Adopts Community Engagement Policy after public exhibition

    Adopted following a public exhibition period.

    Carried p. 14 of the official minutes (opens the PDF)

  4. Appoints new community representatives to advisory committees

    Approved new members for the Ballarat Friends of Ainaro, Disability, Intercultural, and LGBTIQA+ Advisory Committees.

    Carried p. 15 of the official minutes (opens the PDF)

  5. Appoints Stephen Bigarelli and reappoints Emma Blee to Art Gallery board

    Stephen Bigarelli appointed for three years and Emma Blee reappointed for three years from 30 August 2025.

    Carried p. 17 of the official minutes (opens the PDF)

Other notable items

  • Concerns raised about procurement policies related to modern slavery during question time.
  • Curbside hard rubbish collection service discussed, with an options assessment planned.