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Geoffrey Blainey Research Centre

The Geoffrey Blainey Research Centre (GBRC) is named after the foundation Chancellor of the University of Ballarat in recognition of his long and distinguished career in academic circles, and his generous donation of books. It is located on the top floor of the E.J. Barker Library (Mt Helen Campus).

The GBRC includes the Geoffrey Blainey Mining Collection, the University of Ballarat Special Collection and the University of Ballarat Historical Collection.

UB Art Collection

Art collection UB develops and maintains a permanent collection of high quality works of visual art. View the online catalogue.

UB Historical Collection

Historical collection Search online via the Victorian Collections website. To search our collection select 'University of Ballarat' under 'Organisations'.

UB Honour Roll

Honour Roll Our Honour Roll celebrates the lives and achievements of past students and staff. Any former student or staff member is eligible.

Ballarat and District Industrial Heritage Project

Industrial Heritage project Visit the project wiki and contribute your knowledge on sites and people related to industrial heritage in and around Ballarat.

Ballarat School of Mines (SMB) Entrance Book

SMB Entrance book SMB Entrance Book 1900-1914 includes a variety of information. We welcome your suggestions for inclusion.

About the Centre

About the Centre Centre hours:
Tues & Fri 9.30am-1pm, Wed & Thurs 1pm-5pm, or by appointment.

Contact us

UB Art Curator:
Clare Gervasoni
Email: c.gervasoni@ballarat.edu.au
Phone: 5327 9168