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.

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The Crafty Squirrel Map2E6

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 Thu & Fri 10am – 5pm, Sat 10am – 4pm.

Cnr Errard & Urquhart Sts 5331 4548 thecraftysquirrel.com.au

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Hattie and the Wolf Map2E6

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 11 – 3.

202 South St 0478 088 055 hattieandthewolf.com.au

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VINTAGE PRE-LOVED FORMAL • RETRO CHIC

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

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A treasure trove of luxurious fragrances, exclusive perfumes, Sarah Murphy, Leif Body and the complete Aesop collection in the heart of Ballarat. A unique & contemporary perfumery which celebrates the artisanal, the unique & whimsical. Open Wed – Sat.

114 Armstrong St Sth 5332 9297 sweetfern.com.au

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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 Friday – Sunday 11am – 4pm.

The Shed on Mair 37 Mair St 0402 032 088 rocketandbelle.com.au

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We sell beautiful books!

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.

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Alison Cole Embroidery Map2E1

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.

32 Silverwattle Dr, Invermay 5333 1476 alisoncoleembroidery.com.au

37 Nicola Cerini

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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.

36A Main Rd 0402 355 977 nicolacerini.com

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Pre-loved books for all tastes, comfy chairs and friendly smiles

Is there a special book you just have to fi nd? We can help. Don’t really know what you want? We can help. From paperbacks to rare collectables? We can help.

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Raintree Aboriginal Art Map2E7

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.

64 School Lane, Cambrian Hill 0409 846 200 raintreeart.com.au

HAVE A WILD WEEKEND IN BALLARAT

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 80 free roaming kangaroos, pet a koala, cuddle a wombat, see Crunch the Super-Croc, Tassie devils, snakes, penguins, Satu our Sumatran tiger and much more...

BALLARAT WILDLIFE

PARK

250 Fussell St. Ballarat East

OPEN 7 DAYS

9am - 5pm

(Tickets at the door)

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