Here is an image of a Koala in the South part of Sparrow Ground taken by a resident in Canadian Springs Drive. The tree is situated next to the fire break at the rear of the homes. We love to share images of the wonderful wildlife out here in the East, by sharing it we […]
This is a letter to the city of Ballarat sent by the Friends of Sparrow Ground. To the City Compliance Officer, The Friends of Sparrow Ground are a local neighbourhood group dedicated to maintaining open space, the local environment and recreational opportunities in Ballarat East and Canadian precincts. Two weeks ago a tree was removed […]
This is a written submission by Erin McCuskey to the Electoral Boundaries Commission: “What follows is an objection, and suggestion, regarding Ballarat East. I am sure I don’t have an encyclopedic knowledge of history however what I do have is a passion for Ballarat East. Dear Electoral Boundaries Commission, Ballarat East is my home. It […]
Friends of Sparrow Ground will have 100 trees to plant this Sunday July 28th. You can register your interest on the following link or just turn up at 10 am on Richards St near the corner of Spencer Street. Many hands make light work. Great family activity. Usually takes less than 2 hours and that […]
Have your say about the Railway Precinct. Should they replace the Ballarat East Station? How should it look? Or is that a terrible idea? The city is working hard to create a great city, have your say about it here: http://www.ballarat.vic.gov.au/haveyoursay/ballarat-station-precinct-masterplan.aspx
National Tree Day Sunday 28th July Working Bee on Pryor Park for maintenance of trees. Sunday 28th July 9.30am to 12.00pm. Meet at the Notice Board bring gloves. We will be working around the Notice Board and Wildflower areas. Hope to see you there. Maggie Dannatt People for Pryor Park
Thanks to eagle-eyed residents for sending in these pics… Kangas seems to be wondering where their homes are going… So close to the city, but still so rural. It’s what we love about the East. How lucky we are to have our wildlife visit, lets protect their habitat, plan our development so we can protect […]
Thanks so much to local Jenny who sent in these images from the Forest Walk earlier this month. Jeff Rootes from Friends of Canadian Corridor has provided the words about the walk. Huge thanks, this site is only as good as the info and contributions our community makes. Forest walk Last Sunday (May 19th) 40 […]
Our community is only as good as the contribution community members make to the discussion and decisions made for our fine city. And there certainly feels like a lot going on I’ll grant you. Make sure you have your say on all things Ballarat… here’s how: Read the budget here: http://www.ballarat.vic.gov.au/media/1494343/myballaratmay2013budgetlrweb.pdf Have your say about […]
And don’t it feel good. What a wonderful turnout for the walk today. I took along my camera and asked people why they were there. I had intended on taking a few pics however I was out of battery, so can those who attended please send in your pics by: email to info@ballarateast.net online via […]