The gold rush may be over, but that hasn’t dented the fortunes of this shiny, happy city in the Central Highlands of Victoria. Though Ballarat’s prospecting past adds historical lustre, the city’s thriving restaurant scene, damn fine local wines and famou
The chintz factor is low but that’s about the only thing missing from this hip country town near Melbourne, where taking the waters and indulging in gourmet produce go hand in hand.
Known for its sporting passion, cultural edge and cool take on music, fashion and food, Victoria’s capital beats Sydney to the crown of Australia’s most liveable city.