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We are looking for energetic, reliable and fun team members to join our close knit team. Located on the banks of Lake Daylesford and with exquisite water views from...
New 3d ago
Location: Boathouse Restaurant in Daylesford, VictoriaPosition: Full time Dishwasher. 38 hours per weekSalary: $50,000 per annum + SuperCommitment: Minimum 5...
1mth ago
Lake House is looking for experienced staff who are passionate about Restaurants and have experience in a Michelin star or Fine Dining Restaurant.If you are...
1mth ago
Hi,Looking for front of house staff (waitress/waiter) for an iconic Ballarat restaurant. Come join a friendly team that have immediate casual vacancies. Both...
1mth ago
Looking for Waiters/Waitress, Bartenders/Barmaid, Café allrounder for a very busy bakery, restaurant and bar. Full Time/Part time positions availableAccommodation...
1mth ago
IMMEDIATE START - commencing Monday 16/10 - day shift - 8am startDuties:Loading and unloading of trucksMoving of heavy gym equipment's - especially weights...
1mth ago
Smart Parts is looking for mechanically experienced/qualified motor mechanics to work in Ballarat in regional Victoria. We are Australia's leading 4WD and Light...
2mth ago
We are an ever evolving and growing business with a true passion for hospitality, looking to expand our dedicated and loyal teamNamed for the Owner/Executive...
5mth ago
Chef de PartieLake House DaylesfordLake House Daylesford, consistently listed amongst the best restaurants in Australia has openings within the kitchen team....
8mth ago
This job is suited to a couple who are happy to share a furnished Hauslein Gunyah Tiny House. Or singles happy to live independently. House is supplied with water,...
9mth ago
Looking for an experienced kitchen hand or cook to join us.We cant offer sponsorship but would welcome any applications with any kitchen experience.
10mth ago
We are looking for big sister for our two beautiful kids ages 12 years old son & 8 years old daughter. We have our own business & need someone to stay home with them...
11mth ago
Part time or casual friendly chef/Cook required for busy cafe. Small kitchen but simple menu, mostly breakfasts, burgers and baking. Must be able to cook simple...
11mth ago
Casual experienced barista and cafe all rounder needed for busy cafe near Ballarat. Close to train station. Day work, no nights.Must be friendly, reliable and...
1yr+ ago
Peppers Mineral Springs is situated in the heart of Victoria’s Spa Country in the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges. An elegant 1930’s Daylesford hotel transformed...
1yr+ ago
We are a horse racing stable located adjacent to the Ballarat Racecourse.Our stable consists of approximately 20 horses and a team of 8 workers - some full-time,...
1yr+ ago
Skilled Labour – Level 3 Arborist• Full time position available- minimum 12 month contract• Projects in Central and North Western Victoria• Join a...
1yr+ ago
Our family owned business is situated 50 min north of the beautiful Grampians national park, our region is filled with array of different exploring opportunities from...
1yr+ ago
we need people for pruning wine grapes, rolling & pulling, if you are interested please contact Mr. sunny for more info, this job will be start on 30 of May Until end...
1yr+ ago
I’m looking for keen eager workers who want to earn upwards of $300 a day
1yr+ ago
We are on the hunt for skilled individuals to join us for a variety of positions both FOH and Kitchen.You must be a fast learner, easily adaptable and posses great...
1yr+ ago
Farm Hand - Machinery & LivestockFull time or part time position available on a mixed farm consisting of cattle, sheep, hay & silage production and some grain...
1yr+ ago
Lake House Hotel is looking for dedicated and organised team members to join our hotel team.We are looking for a housekeeping supervisor and also a front office...
1yr+ ago
Have you had previous experience in hospitality? Do you have basic cocktail skills and an understanding of bar ingredients? Or do you love working in the kitchen and...
1yr+ ago
Hone your skills at one of the Luxury Lodges of Australia.Be a part of a young, professional and exceptional team with a focus on Reservations and Guest Services....
2yr+ ago
After a difficult couple of years for small business, we are optimistic about the future and look forward to creating exceptional and unique experiences for our team...
2yr+ ago
We are looking for a team-orientated individual with excellent presentation, communication skills and attention to detail.As we emerge from a difficult 2 year...
2yr+ ago
SEVERAL JOBS AVAILABLEWe're a busy family looking for general help around the home 5 days a week in Ballarat. We're tidy and genuinely respectful but time poor. Up...
2yr+ ago
Protech is a recruitment specialist with a strong emphasis on providing quality personnel across the Civil, Asphalt and Construction industries Australia wide.We...
2yr+ ago
We are looking for mystery shoppers and auditors in your area, to visit supermarkets. The mystery shop component needs to be conducted by a person that is 18-25 years...
3yr+ ago
I’m after someone to help with my 2 boys 6yrs and 4yrs, in the mornings. Getting ready for school and childcare. Most days are only mornings, some days (rare but...
4yr+ ago
oscars hotel is currently looking for an experienced chef to work either full time or part time. We have a very busy kitchen with a friendly team of chefs.
4yr+ ago
Looking for a qualified chef or head chef for a great restaurant with Italian influences willing to sponsor for the right person please call 0418503368 for a meeting...
4yr+ ago
Get the best view in town as we crown the national cycling champs!Ballarat will ring in the 2019 cycling calendar with the battle for the green and gold jersey...
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Once a combination of outback wilderness and undeveloped farmland, Ballarat sprang into life when gold was discovered in the 1850s, leading to perhaps the defining event in early Australian history – the gold rush.
Like its neighbour Bendigo, Ballarat went from nothing to a bustling metropolis within a handful of years, as waves of pioneers both local and international flocked to the Victorian town to get rich quick.
Ballarat was luckier than most gold mining towns, being home to rich deposits that lasted decades. And rather than turn into a ghost town when the mines did run dry, Ballarat managed to invest its wealth back into itself, ensuring it remained an important rural hub after the rush. And thanks to its beauty and history, this town remains as vibrant as ever.
But is Ballarat a must-see destination for a working holidaymaker? And what exactly might the city offer 417 and 462 visa holders?
Let’s take a look.
Where is Ballarat, and how do I get there?
Ballarat is located in regional Victoria, situated around 100km west of the state capital of Melbourne, and 100km south of its gold mining sister city, Bendigo. Its proximity to Melbourne means that Ballarat can be done as a weekend or even day trip, being just an hour and a half’s drive (or a two hour bus ride) from the CBD.
What is Ballarat famous for?
One word defines Ballarat more than any other: gold.
The shiny metal has a connection to almost everything in the town, whether directly, like the open air museum of Sovereign Hill, or indirectly, like the stunning Victorian-era buildings in the town centre that were constructed with the funds dug up from the ground.
It is also argued by many learned scholars that Ballarat is the birthplace of Australian democracy. In 1854 miners around Ballarat revolted against colonial authority during the Eureka Rebellion, showing that workers wanted a say in how they were governed. This eventually paved the way for the political democracy that the country enjoys today.
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What are Ballarat's must see attractions?
- Sovereign Hill: Exactly what was life like for those brave pioneers who went searching for wealth in the outback? Sovereign Hill is Australia’s most immersive historical recreation, and aims to show visitors exactly that.
- Ballarat Wildlife Park: Far from just another zoo, here you’ll find a wealth of native animals (including Australia’s oldest wombat), as well as having cute encounters with meerkats, penguins and a gentle giant tortoise.
- Ballarat Botanical Gardens: Beautiful Lake Wendouree takes prime position in the centre of Ballarat, and at its western edge you’ll find the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, whose trees are as old as the city itself.
- The Gold Museum: Did you come up empty handed at Sovereign Hill? Head next door to The Gold Museum, where you can learn about (and play with) the real stuff, as well as hearing how Ballarat became the gold capital of Australia.
What should I see in the Ballarat area?
- Hepburn Springs: Located a short drive north east of Ballarat, this little town sits on Australia’s greatest concentration of mineral springs, which, we’re reliably told, are great for the complexion.
- Grampians National Park: A beautiful, mountainous national park situated 150km/one and a half hours’ drive west of Ballarat, the Grampians showcase the rugged and truly unique beauty of southern Australia.
- Bendigo: Ballarat’s sister town to the north, Bendigo has a uniquely artsy and multicultural feel for a rural Australian town.
- Kryal Castle: Kitsch? Most certainly. But that doesn’t make a trip to Kryal Castle, a medieval-themed park just outside Ballarat, any less fun!
Where should I stay in Ballarat?
- For a discount dorm bed: Perfectly cheap and cheerful, The Eastern Hotel is one of the few places in Ballarat that offers dormitory accommodation, and boasts a great location near the centre of town.
- For something slightly fancier: Redruth is a beautiful little miner’s cottage that welcomes weary travellers in for the most comfortable and homely of stays, and at a very reasonable price point.
- To treat yourself: For the same rate as a more standard private in Melbourne or Sydney, you can enjoy the lap of luxury in Ballarat, a fact best encapsulated by the lavish experience on offer at Craig’s Royal Hotel.
Is there work for backpackers in Ballarat?
If you’re a 417 or 462 visa holder looking for a job - be it to refill your savings account or to gain a second year visa - Ballarat is a fantastic option.
Tourism generates plenty of jobs both directly and indirectly here, which means you could find yourself serving coffees on the Main Street, or dressing up in old-timey clothes for a day of play-acting at Sovereign Hill. For those looking for the specified work needed to extend their visa, the farming and construction industries are strong here too!
So, is Ballarat worth a visit for a working holidaymaker? It’s fair to say that Ballarat is exciting and historic as any rural city in Australia, and is rarely short of work for those who are eagerly looking for it.
But in reality, there’s only one way to find out whether Ballarat is worth a visit – and that’s to take a look for yourself!