Ballarat Station Precinct Redevelopment Project

The project delivers a vibrant commercial, transport and community precinct that will restore the prominence of the Goods Shed and transform the heart of the city. A new hotel and conference centre created jobs 140 full-time equivalent jobs during construction and will attract more visitors to the region and stimulate the local community’s economic growth and development.

Final concept plans

The second round of consultation with the community and stakeholders on the Ballarat Station Precinct Redevelopment Project was held between 29 November 2016 and 22 January 2017.

During this time, a community Open Day was held in Ballarat on 3 December 2016. Concept design plans were also made available online and at RDV Ballarat offices for the duration of the consultation period.

The Pellicano Group have delivered an integrated mixed-use community, commercial and transport precinct including:

• a modern Quest hotel with 77 rooms
• a modern and flexible conference centre with adjoining retail and dining options
• a new three-level commuter car park with 405 car spaces internal road access and pedestrian improvements
• public plaza for community events.

Construction delivery

The Ballarat Station Precinct Redevelopment opened to the public in February 2022.

Heritage

The Victorian Government recognises the cultural and historical significance of Ballarat Station and the Goods Shed. The project respects and preserves the historical significance of the precinct, while capitalising on the underutilised economic potential of the site.

The precinct is subject to the Victorian Heritage Act 1995, meaning any development works on the site required approval from Heritage Victoria. Heritage Victoria has reviewed and approved all heritage permits from the Developer. As part of the process, Heritage Victoria held a two-week public exhibition period in July 2017.

A significant portion of the Government’s $28.3 million investment supported the conservation of the heritage fabric of the Goods Shed. The project delivered a public forecourt and open space between the Goods Shed and North Station building, to maintain visual connectivity between the two buildings.

Key elements of the interior have been retained, such as a large open volume with the internal structure (timber roof trusses, posts and beams) and side walls exposed.

The Victorian Government has pledged $28.3 million towards the delivery of the Ballarat Station Precinct Redevelopment Project, in partnership with the private sector.