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11 things to do at Lake Wendouree this summer
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04 Dec 2023
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Who needs the beach when Ballarat has the picturesque Lake Wendouree at its heart?
- Go for a ride on a vintage tram at the Ballarat Tramway Museum and explore the collection of historic tramcars in the new Display Hall
- Enjoy a cruise on the Golden City Paddle Steamer, a replica of its namesake which operated on the lake from the mid-1880s
- Explore the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, one of Australia’s most significant cool climate gardens
- Hit the water with Lake Wendouree Pedal Boat Hire
- Let the kids run wild at the Lake Wendouree Adventure Playground
- Eat out at one of the lake’s five foreshore cafes and restaurants – Racers Bar & Cafe, Ballarat Yacht Club, Lake View Hotel, Boatshed Restaurant, and Pipers By The Lake
- Kick back at free concert series Summer Sundays at the Ballarat Botanical Gardens (7 January, 14 January, 21 January and 28 January)
- Watch the night sky light up at the Ballarat’s Fireworks Spectacular on Sunday 14 January at 9.30pm
- Soak up the sunshine with a spot of fishing, sailing or rowing
- Hire a Neuron e-bike or scooter and test out the Lake Wendouree Loop Ride
- Visit the Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial, which honours the Australian men and women who have fought for our country
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Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities.
These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.
We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years.
As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.