Stage is set for fun and festive Carols
FINAL rehearsals are done and the reindeer are fed and primed for Bendigo’s marquee Christmas event, Bendigo Rotary Carols by Candlelight, which takes place...
Local artist profile: Mikey Thompson
THIS week we complete the third and final part of our sojourn into the fascinating backgrounds of Bendigo’s most established percussive artists. What initially motivated...
New regional head for uni
LA Trobe University will have a new regional pro vice-chancellor from January next year with the appointee covering the Bendigo, Shepparton, Mildura, and Albury-Wodonga...
Community carols return
THE heart-warming nostalgia of the sound of sleigh bells is set to fill Rosalind Park once again when the Bendigo Rotary Carols by Candlelight...
Summer series set for festive fun
BENDIGO’S iconic Summer in the Parks event series begins tonight with the customary lighting of the Rosalind Park Christmas tree. The Entertainment starts at 6.30pm...
It’s grow time with incubator info sessions
BUDDING and early-stage creative entrepreneurs are invited to one of two information sessions at Emporium Creative Hub on Mitchell Street that will outline details...
Local artist profile: Gav Moncrieff
THIS week we chat with Bendigo-based drummer extraordinaire Gav Moncrieff. What initially motivated you to take up the drums? I grew up in a musical family...
Fire risks flagged ahead of summer
CITY of Greater Bendigo fire prevention officers are beginning to crack down on overgrown grass and other vegetation on residential and rural properties ahead...
Good comedy for a great cause
A GLITTERING line-up featuring some of Australia’s best established and emerging comedians will descend on the Engine Room Theatre in View Street to raise...
Rare talent to play Ulumbarra
BENDIGO is set to host Canadian rock royalty in February when former Alexisonfire guitarist and singer Dallas Green performs an exclusive, one-off regional show...
Local artist profile: Sonia Brit
What initially motivated you to become an artist/designer? I think it was just the way I was made. For as long as I can remember...
Local cyclist wins big race
BENDIGO’S Courtney Sherwell absolutely blitzed the field in the elite women's category of the first ever Dirty Warrny cycling race held recently, finishing almost...
Happy campers set for Leisurefest
Despite the recent flooding in surrounding parts of Victoria, everything is pretty much good to go for the three-day, 20th anniversary edition of the...
Local artist profile: Roy Lever
This week we speak with legendary modern Australian folk musician and co-owner of East Bendigo Brewing Co Roy Lever. What initially motivated you to become...
Local artist profile: Sherri Parry
THIS week we speak with singer-songwriter and performer Sherri Parry, who you can catch at various venues during this weekend’s Bendigo Blues and Roots...
Celebrate Diwali in style
LOCAL celebrations of the festival of lights continue on Saturday, with the recently established Indian Association of Bendigo’s Grand Diwali Event at Strathdale Community...
Go your own way to tribute show
DREAMY music of Fleetwood Mac will be brought to life at the Capital Theatre in November. The Australian Fleetwood Mac Show - Running in the...
Local artist profile: Melanie Thoren
THIS week we speak with visual artist Melanie Thoren. What initially motivated you to become an artist? I have always had a creative mind. I remember...
Stupa continues to enlighten
THE magnificent Great Stupa of Universal Compassion in Myers Flat will come alive on Saturday evening to observe Diwali, a predominantly Hindu annual festival...
Have a go at yoga
CAN you tell the difference between a triangle, tree, and bridge pose, or does a downward-facing dog manoeuvre mean as much to you as...
Local artist profile: Chris Kennett
This week, we speak with Bendigo-based international children’s book illustrator Chris Kennett. What motivated you to become an illustrator? I've always been into drawing, ever since...
Wanna dance with somebody?
A PRODUCTION paying homage to Whitney Houston, the voice of a generation, is coming to the Capital Theatre on Saturday evening. Complete with an 11-piece...
Local artist profile: Gail Godber
THIS week we speak with songwriter and associate director of the Bendigo Youth Choir, Gail Godber. What initially motivated you to become a songwriter? When I...
Baroque stars coming to town
A RARE opportunity to experience an intimate live performance of the music of the baroque period will take place at Mackenzie Quarters later this...