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Ballarat Donor Centre
Address
601-603 La Trobe St, Ballarat Victoria 3350
601-603 La Trobe St, Ballarat VIC 3350
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Monday 12 pm - 7.30 pm
Tuesday 7.30 am - 7.30 pm
Wednesday 12 pm - 7.30 pm
Thursday 7.30 am - 3 pm
Friday 7.30 am - 3 pm
Saturday 7.30 am - 3 pm
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Open 8.30 am - 3.30 pm on Public Holidays unless otherwise stated
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Address
601-603 La Trobe St, Ballarat Victoria 3350
601-603 La Trobe St, Ballarat VIC 3350
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-37.5732209, 143.8354371
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Parking available. Ramp access.
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