Thank you for the myriad letters, emails, Facebook notifications and drop ins we got about this development. We would say welcome back, however we all know the hard work involved in fighting a development to ensure the community and the environment get a better result. What would our forebears say? Mine would say ‘hang tough’. […]
Remember our request for information about this once beautiful tree in York Street? http://ballarateast.online/did-you-see/ Well here is the response we got from the city this week: RE: ASSET PROTECTION ENQUIRY We have had an Arborist inspect the street tree, so any urgent attention that is required can be done. We are now investigating the matter […]
Looking for anyone who witnessed the damage to the public tree, in front of this development in York Street. The damage increases chance of disease and decreases the life of this once beautiful tree! Easties, did you see anything? Need some background on the development – http://ballarateast.online/developer-discretion-2/ We have reported it to council and awaiting […]
The City of Ballarat Library Service is coming to M.A.D.E What a fabulous addition to MADE and to Ballarat East. I know we aren’t used to having a fuss made of us, but its great when it does happen. Support this great community initiative and get to MADE this Thursday! Borrow a variety of books, […]
So where is that pesky Diorama? You know the one. It was a crazy kitchsy timber shed in the middle of Eureka Stockade park, near Lake Penhallurick. In it was a sculpture art work about the Eureka Rebellion, with figurines, and a painted backdrop. You had to put in a coin to start the narration. […]
Hi everyone at Ballarat East Network This week I had the opportunity to visit Ballarat East Fire Station with David, who I found via this BE Net group. David was a fantastic tour guild and I thank him for his time and knowledge, we learnt a lot.. Here are some photos of BEFS (Ballarat East […]
Flora of The East. Lots of rain leads to beautiful displays of wildflowers. How many photos can we get sent in to the website? Thanks Diane for these beauties…
With thanks to the city for keeping us updated. And a heads up BE Net is working off web based app today due to computer meltdown. Apologies for formatting, it will be rectified soon (I hope). Update on the Reformed Residential Planning Zones in Ballarat The State Government is reforming the planning zones that apply […]
A reminder to add some trees from the East to the Significant Tree Register. http://ballarateast.online/topics/resources/exceptional-tree-register/ All residents are invited to nominate public and private trees in the City of Ballarat to the Register. Nomination forms are available at The Phoenix, Armstrong Street South, Nominations for the initial Register are open from Thursday 1 May to Monday 30 June, […]
Great news for map lovers, heritage lovers and East lovers… and a great reason to loose a few hours ‘looking at stuff’… Thanks to the residents and friends who drew our attention to this, especially Edith & Amy! We are excited to announce that PROV (Public Records Office Victoria) the Ballarat and Ballarat East Town […]