On Thursday 30 November 2017, peacefully at home surrounded by family and friends, Brown Hill local, Rhonda Peters passed away. She fought hard and can now rest. Her family says, "Love you more. xxx."

In November 2017, Brown Hill local, Lyn O'Brien passed away after a short illness.

The Brown Hill Post Office is temporarily closed.

The City of Ballarat, in consultation with the Brown Hill Progress Association and Brown Hill Partnership, is creating a series of maps to encouraging walking in Brown Hill.