Sons of the West is back for 2026, and registrations are now open! This free 10-week health and wellbeing program for men aged 18+ will run across two Ballarat locations from mid-April, with weekly two-hour sessions combining health education, social connection and inclusive physical activity for all fitness levels.

At Dadfit, they often see dads trying to be the best they can be whilst also trying to stay strong and juggle the realities of life – often on their own. Dadfit exists to change that. Dadfit exists to make dadding a team sport.

Sports Central is proud to offer free, practical coaching support to clubs delivering programs for people with disability. Our experienced coaches provide regular onsite guidance, working directly with your club’s coaches and volunteers to strengthen your program’s quality, accessibility and sustainability.

Got an idea for a project that will make a real difference in your community? The Western Renewables Link (WRL) $4 million Local Grants Fund is looking to support initiatives that will deliver practical and lasting benefits for people and places along the proposed WRL alignment.

The Victorian Government’s Get Active Kids Voucher Program is now open, offering up to $200 per child to help eligible Victorian families cover the costs of organised sport and active recreation activities. Designed to reduce financial barriers and encourage children and young people to get involved, the program supports both those returning to sport and those trying something new.

The Victorian Government’s Sporting Club Grants Program is now open, offering funding to help community sport and active recreation organisations grow and thrive. With grants available across five categories, the program supports grassroots clubs to reduce participation barriers, strengthen skills, and build active, connected local communities.

Learn how to support young people in your life. Youth Mental First Aid® equips adults who teach, care for, or support young people with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to recognise, understand and respond to a young person experiencing a mental health problem or mental health crisis.

Get ready to shoot, score and have fun as Basketball Ballarat proudly welcomes back the All Abilities Competition for 2026! Supported by Sports Central, this inclusive 10-week program provides a safe, welcoming and supportive environment for players of all abilities to get involved in the game.

Love golf or want to give it a go? Come and join the Special Olympics Ballarat Golf Program, a fun and inclusive initiative for people with an intellectual disability and/or autism. It’s a fantastic way to learn new skills, stay active, build confidence and make new friends, all in a welcoming and supportive environment.

The City of Ballarat is inviting community feedback to help shape its next Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (2026–2030). This four-year plan will guide how Council works to make Ballarat a more inclusive, accessible and welcoming community for everyone. The plan aims to improve access, reduce barriers and ensure people living with disability can fully participate and thrive in all aspects of community life.