Retail Therapy

The shopping hubs of Sturt St and Bridge Mall cater for almost anything you could need, but delve a little further and you’ll find some hidden gems. Ballarat’s shopkeepers bring colour to our streets in the form of beautifully curated spaces. Pay them a visit and find out why residents of our city love to #buylocalballarat.

A must visit when in Ballarat. The Crafty Squirrel stocks unique one-of-a-kind craft kits, vintage goodies, gorgeous haberdashery and treasures from around the world. Open 7 days to 23 Dec. Closed Jan. Open Thu – Sat from 2 Feb.

Hattie and the Wolf is Ballarat’s go-to destination for handmade, local, ethical and artisanal gifts, fashion and accessories. A ‘must visit’ creative hub for the social and eco conscious shopper. Open Tue - Fri 10 – 5, Sat 10 – 4, Sun 10 – 3.

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A truly niche fragrance perfumery housing a large collection of the finest perfumes from around world. We love to share our knowledge of fragrance, together with our beautiful ranges of botanical skincare for face & body. Mon – Fri 9:30 – 5, Sat 9:30 – 3.

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Rocket and Belle sells an eclectic array of antiques, decorative vintage, farm and industrial pieces for your home and garden. Interesting new stock arrives weekly. Open Fri – Sat 11am - 4pm, Sun 11am - 3pm.

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A treasure trove of quality pre-loved vintage from by-gone fashionable eras.

Specialising in Goldwork and Stumpwork embroidery and carrying a large range of specialty threads, beads, fabrics, kits, accessories and books – we have your needs catered for! Open Monday – Thursday or by appointment.

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Nicola Cerini creates nature-inspired products for the body and the home. Our collections emphasize beauty, practicality, high-quality, low impact and durable materials. Bags, Clothing, Floor Rugs & more. See website for opening hours.

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The Known World Bookshop has earned a reputation over 20 years as one of country Victoria’s most fascinating second-hand bookshops. Visit our beautiful new bookshop in the Main Road Vintage Precinct.

Raintree Aboriginal Art Gallery offers a huge range of ethically sourced original paintings and giftware by more than 20 traditional Australian artists. Also art supplies, classes & Yarns by the Campfire. See website for open times or by appointment.

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John 0413 378 142 Facing Little Bridge Street, Ballarat Central @everybodyknowsbooks Next door to COLES

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Take a relaxing walk around our picturesque park where you can learn and interact with our extensive collection of Australian native animals and reptiles as well as global and endangered species. Hand feed over 100 free roaming kangaroos, cuddle a koala, see Crunch the Super-Croc, Victoria's only Komodo Dragons, Tassie devils, snakes, penguins, Satu our Sumatran tiger and much more...

250 Fussell St. Ballarat East

9am - 5pm

(Tickets at the door)

Mention this ad to receive 10% OFF adult & child tickets. Offer not available for family or concession tickets.