Where country living
meets city convenience.
A region rich in amenity
If you haven’t discovered Ballarat’s thriving foodie culture, lively arts scene, first class educational options and transport links yet, you’re missing out on some of the most exciting lifestyle benefits that Victoria has to offer.
SCHOOLS
Ballarat is an area that is renowned for its quality educational opportunities, ranging from supportive pre-school options through to secondary schools that have produced some of Victoria’s best VCE scores.
Of course, several outstanding Universities also have campuses in this thriving city.
transport
A well-established network of bus services link all sides of our growing regional city, along with a number of nearby regional town centres.
Residents of Ballarat also enjoy regular train services that take less than 90 minutes to reach the heart of Melbourne.
shopping
The heart of Ballarat is renowned for its wide variety of shopping options, with most of the nationally renowned brands competing with a vast range of bespoke retail options.
Of course, as resident of Rivergum Rise, you are also just a short five minute drive from the growing retail precinct at Delacombe Town Centre.
lake wendouree
ballarat station
creswick woollen mills
lake wendouree
Sports and leisure activities
Ballarat is home to a breadth of sporting infastructure, parks and recreational activities.
You can look forward to exploring the large array of parks and playgrounds, an extensive bicycle network, countless sporting clubs that cater for all abilities, and boating and fishing opportunities just to mention a few…this is a town that loves its sports and the great outdoors!
A taste of things to come
From modern Australian cuisine to Asian fusion and from boutique wine to craft cider: Ballarat’s thriving drinking and dining scene serves up an array of culinary delights that take full advantage of the region’s local produce.
A small selection from the tasting menu…
Carboni’s Italian
Mouth-watering authentic regional Italian cuisine in a modern setting with impeccable service sits side by side with the next door deli that serves a fantastic range of fresh baked goods, pasta, sauces and more.
Lydiard General
This eclectic café delights with Supreme coffees, homemade treats, including a great range of gluten free options and tempting toasties. Choose to dine inside, lounge in the laneway or wait at the window bench for a coffee to go.
1816 bakehouse
Whether you are after a bite to eat for lunch, a pie for your family dinner or a fresh loaf of bread, this artisan sourdough bakery offers a versatile range of specialist sourdough breads, handmade pies, pastries, and cakes.
Captains Creek
This inviting cellar door offers delicious seasonal paddock to plate weekend lunches and an enviable selection of handcrafted organic wines and ciders. Grab a table outdoors in the warmer months, or fireside in the winter.
Rivergum Rise Location Map
Leisurely rides along the creek, a quick trip into town, or an easy 90 minute train journey into the city.
Rivergum Rise is your gateway to everything near and far.
Sport & Recreation
- Ballarat Golf Club
- Ballarat Aquatic & Lifestyle Centre
- Lake Wendouree
- Victoria Park
- Ballarat Botanical Gardens
- Ballarat / Skipton Rail Trail
- Morshead Park
- Doug Dean Stadium
- Mars Stadium
- QuickFit Gym
Education
- Bonshaw Early Learning Centre
- Kidscape Ballarat
- Delacombe Community Kindergarten
- Delacombe Primary School
- Phoenix College
- Ballarat High School
- St Patrick’s College
- Ballarat Clarendon College
- Ballarat Grammar
- Loreto College
- Australian Catholic University
- Federation Uni SMB Campus
Shopping and Entertainment
- Delacombe Town Centre
- Aldi Sebastopol
- Coles and Liquorland
- Lucas Shopping Centre
- Central Square Ballarat
- Bridge Mall
- Sovereign Hill
- Art Gallery of Ballarat
- Her Majesty’s Theatre
Medical
- St John of God Hospital
- Ballarat Base Hospital
- Sebastopol Medical Clinic
