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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Paw-fect pooches on show
HUNDREDS of purebred dogs of all shapes and sizes will pack in to the Bendigo Exhibition and Events Complex next month to compete in...
Grants to support sport volunteers
APPLICATIONS are open for two new regional programs financed by the State Government's $60 million Regional Community Sport Development Fund. The Sustainable Volunteer Workforce Program,...
Christmas in July at the club
MELBOURNE cabaret entertainer Margaret Dennis is coming to town to add a generous sprinkling of yuletide spirit to mid winter in a performance at...
Get MIFFed at Star Cinema
EAGLEHAWK's Star Cinema will host two weekends of fabulous films as part of the 2024 Melbourne International Film Festival Regional Showcase. One guaranteed highlight is...
Local artist profile: Chris Duffy
THIS week we chat with muralist and street artist Chris Duffy, who uses digital methods to develop his works, before taking a traditional approach...
Acting army needed for War of the Worlds
GROUNDBREAKING children's theatre producer Arena Theatre Company is calling out for cast members for an innovative production of H.G. Wells' War of the Worlds. The...
Opposition promises funds for GPs
IF they form government at the next Federal election, the coalition has pledged up-to four-hundred million dollars over four years to encourage more junior...
Share views on Golden Square’s future
GOLDEN Square residents are encouraged to have their say at a community meet-up at the Golden Square Hotel on Wednesday 24 July as part...
Yard dogs to vie for top honours
A COMPETITION with a difference will take place during the forthcoming Australian Sheep and Wool Show, with working dogs to steal the spotlight for...
Funds for touring artists
APPLICATIONS for the latest round of the Touring Victoria program are now open. This initiative provides grants of between $10,000 and $150,000 for artists and...
Tales from the end just the beginning
FLEDGLING Bendigo melodic alt-rock act Earth Cadet are about to embark on their first Victorian tour to promote their debut EP, Tales From The...
A mixed bag of curios at fair
KNICK knacks, rarities and plenty of memorabilia will be up for grabs at the second edition of the Bendigo Indoor Antiques and Collectables Fair. The...