Charity appeal for mental health programs
BENDIGO Health's Move for Mental Health fundraising campaign is off and running for another year, with proceeds to go towards providing local mental health...
Aths legend’s race for a good cause
ONE of the most well-known figures in Bendigo athletics history, John Burke OAM, will be remembered on Sunday 18 August with the second running...
Local artist profile: Rachel Hunter
THIS week we chat with photographer Rachel Hunter, who said since she discovered photography in Year 10 she’s been dedicated to honing her skills...
Epsom PS builds on sustainability success
THREE teachers from Epsom Primary School have been rewarded for their sustainability efforts after recently taking out the Primary Teacher of the Year award...
One-woman show blends science and the arts
A NOT-to-be-missed one-woman show celebrating the unexpected scientific genius of Hedy Lamarr is coming to the Discovery Science and Technology Centre later this month. Lamarr...
Relief as crossing is funded on notorious road
PEDESTRIAN-operated traffic lights and a raised safety platform will be installed on busy Bendigo-Maryborough Road to make it less hazardous for students going to...
Prog rock album to be played in full
IF progressive rock is your thing, you'll be pleased to know that a live performance of Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells is coming to town. Released...
Uncover family history
A FASCINATING upcoming workshop at Bendigo Library will explain the basics of DNA testing and how it can uncover hard-to-find information about your genealogy. The...
An enlightening cultural feast
THE stunning backdrop of the Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Myers Flat, the largest Buddhist stupa outside Asia, will play host to another...
Local artist profile: Caleb Maxwell
THIS week we chat with filmmaker Caleb Maxwell, who ditched acting to start his video production company - Hebron Films - in 2013, which...
Alium Dining rated top restaurant in Bendigo
THREE Bendigo restaurants are toasting their commendations in the prestigious Australian Good Food Guide Chef Hat Awards for 2024. Based on the traditional French rating...
Donate to help feed the hungry
BENDIGO Foodshare's annual Winter Food Drive is underway, with the aim of collecting 10,000 kilograms in non-perishable food donations by Friday 13 September, as...
How a go-er of a city got its name
AVID readers and local history enthusiasts have the opportunity to get up close and personal with the duo behind a book that's a literal...
Drop in, make digital art
ARE you a budding digital artist seeking some extra inspiration? Do you have a computer-based creative project on the go, but are struggling with...
A burnin’ love for the king
MULTI-award winning Elvis tribute phenomenon Marcus Jackson is set to shake the All Seasons Resort to its foundations. Jackson is bringing his Elvis to the...
Promising tribute to songwriting duo
DEVOTEES of one of the most prolific and popular songwriting duos of the twentieth century can look forward to a two-hour concert spectacular featuring...
Health heritage records revealed
HISTORY buffs have a rare opportunity to delve into a small portion of the huge Bendigo Health records collection recently given to the Bendigo...
How to use AI in business
THE hot topic of artificial intelligence and how it applies to improving business productivity will be covered in an upcoming workshop with Mingle Media's...
Catholic ed office marks 50 years
THE Sandhurst Catholic Education Office is turning fifty. The occasion will be marked with a mass at St Kilian's followed by lunch at its headquarters...
Local artist profile: Mitch Nivalis
THIS week we chat with filmmaker and photographer Mitch Nivalis, whose debut non-fiction feature film Equal the Contest won the Best First Feature Documentary...
Education support staff to become teachers
A NEW pilot program will aim to help three hundred education support staff and Koorie education support officers in rural and regional Victorian state...
Gaming room hours limited
PUBS and clubs across Victoria will be forced to close their gaming rooms between the hours of 4am and 10am seven days a week...
Boost for First Nations people in biz
APPLICATIONS are now open for the new Victorian Aboriginal Business Investment Program, with grants of up to $10,000 available to businesses for training and...
New digs for Strathfieldsaye groups
STRATHFIELDSAYE residents have welcomed the opening of the three-million-dollar second stage redevelopment of the Strathfieldsaye Community Hub, which is now home to the suburb's...