Connecting Sebastopol

07/09/2026

Did you know you can donate your containers to our community newsletter? It's easy to find us in the list of charities to donate or just use our barcode below.

21/08/2026

If you are new to Sebastopol then find out more about the Burra on the Discover Historic Sebastopol page. A project of the Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre and the Sebastopol Historical Society it captures some of the wonderful history of the suburb. You can also download the history brochure to walk the Sebastopol History Trail.

https://www.hulballarat.org.au/cb_pages/discoverhistoricsebastopol.php

20/08/2026

Oh no! Please keep an eye out for these special cultural poles.

A CALL TO OUR COMMUNITY — PLEASE HELP US BRING THESE HOME

We’re asking for the community’s help following the theft of a number of painted totem poles from the Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative’s Morgan Street construction site.

These poles are much more than objects from a construction site. They hold cultural significance to our community and were carefully painted and created with a purpose. They were intended to be reused and incorporated into the new Wathaurong building at Morgan Street, continuing their story as part of the new home for our community.

These poles had been intentionally retained during the early stages of the project, as their careful removal required specialised handling. For this reason, they were scheduled to be removed following the demolition of the main building so they could be safely preserved for incorporation into the new development.
We are deeply disappointed that they have been taken, particularly knowing the meaning and significance they hold.

If you took the poles, we ask that you please return them. No questions asked. We simply want to see them brought home so they can take their rightful place in the new building.

If you have seen the poles, know where they are, or have any information that could help us recover them, please get in touch with Wathaurong Aboriginal Co-operative directly.

We also ask our community to please share this post so we can reach as many people as possible.

These belong with community. Please help us bring them home.

29/07/2026

Ballarat Biodiversity Week:
FREE EVENT: Living with Nature: Preparing for Emergencies
THURSDAY 6 AUGUST 10am-1pm
Vickers Street Community Hub
254 Vickers Street, Sebastopol
Come along to a practical workshop to help you respond to our changing environment and the emergencies it can bring.

29/07/2026

Nominations are opening soon for the Ballarat Seniors Awards!

Let's put our thinking caps on to nominate one of our amazing Connecting Sebastopol senior volunteer contributors, who work tirelessly to strengthen our burra community.

Hard copy nomination forms will be available from 1 August from the Sebastopol Library branch or on the City of Ballarat Website.

27/07/2026

Today's the day for the test at 2pm. Remember to put your phone on silent if you don't want other people to hear it.

23/07/2026

All welcome! Connecting Sebastopol Community Meet-Up Sebastopol Mens Shed - 201 Vickers Street, Sebastopol- Friday 7 August 10.30-12pm. Come along and enjoy freshly baked scones for morning tea and share the great work you are doing in the Sebastopol community!
RSVP [email protected].

09/07/2026

With our June Connecting Sebastopol Community Newsletter hot off the press, we are now seeking newsletter items and advertisements for the September Issue (due 20 August).

Please email Sarah (Community Engagement Officer)
Email: [email protected] or drop in a hard copy to Ballarat Neighbourhood Centre.

08/07/2026

Home game this week. Go the Burra!