July 20, 2025
Local artist profile: Claire Tennant
THIS week we chat with sculptor/life caster Claire Tennant, whose new purpose-built life-casting studio in Thompson Crescent in Kennington opens on 1 August. What initially...
July 19, 2025
Build preparations start at old Teachers’ College grounds
EARLY works are underway at the former Bendigo Teachers' College site in Osborne Street, Flora Hill to deliver approximately 160 new homes. Construction is expected...
July 19, 2025
Sporting grants for local champs
A COHORT of local junior athletes have received funding via the Federal Government's Local Sporting Champions program to help them participate in their individual...
July 19, 2025
Funding granted for centre of excellence
BENDIGO Kangan Institute (BKI) has received funding as part of the State Government's $5 million Yes to International Students Fund, which will go towards...
July 18, 2025
BTC alumnus thriving in big juicy musical
LOCAL theatre performer, composer and vocal coach Adam Lyon is currently living large on the big stage in Melbourne, playing audience favourite Maxie Dean...
July 17, 2025
Kangan Institute to farewell CEO
BENDIGO Kangan Institute (BKI) Chief Executive Officer Sally Curtain's almost six year tenure will come to an end after her appointment as Chief Executive...
July 17, 2025
Former mayor to head regional development advisory committee
FORMER City of Greater Bendigo mayor and longtime community leader Margaret O'Rourke OAM has been appointed chair of Victoria's Regional Development Advisory Committee (RDAC). RDAC...
July 17, 2025
Connect with Djaara culture at Larni Yirrip Campground
A NEXT-level campground just past Crusoe Reservoir in Kangaroo Flat, designed and built by the Dja Dja Wurrung Clans Aboriginal Corporation and its commercial...
July 14, 2025
Uni marks 30 years of IT industry-based learning
LA TROBE University Bendigo's Department of Computer Science and IT is celebrating thirty years of industry-based learning (IBL) and its impact on student, industry...
July 14, 2025
Chesters lauds parental leave reforms
FEDERAL Member for Bendigo Lisa Chesters has welcomed reforms to the Paid Parental Leave allowance, which came into effect on 1 July and increased...
July 13, 2025
Pathways Program breaking through
LA TROBE University has reported that its Regional Pathways Program in Bendigo has more than doubled in size since it was established in June...
July 13, 2025
Local artist profile: Bodes
THIS week we chat with local alternative fashion designer Josh Bodenstaff (Bodes), who said one small act of rebellion soon transformed into a creative...
July 12, 2025
Gatherings celebrate cattle breeding philanthropist
RECENT storytelling events at Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) Family Rooms at Monash Children's Hospital in Clayton and Joan Kirner Women's and Children's Hospital...
July 12, 2025
Thousands to flock to Sheep and Wool Show
THE Australian Sheep and Wool Show, the world's largest event of its kind, celebrates twenty-five years in Bendigo this year with crowds numbering tens...
July 12, 2025
Health networks created for better patient care
TWELVE new Local Health Service Networks have been established across the state in an attempt to identify and plan improvements to address the health...
July 11, 2025
Muso rocks to represent
WELL-known local musician Shann Lions has decided it's time to talk about neurodiversity and his own journey on the spectrum. Diagnosed with dyslexia in 1993,...
July 11, 2025
NAIDOC exhibition explores the next gen
A DIVERSE cohort of First Nations artists are currently on show at Dudley House in View Street as part of NAIDOC Week. Launched last Thursday...
July 10, 2025
NAIDOC Week recognises First Nations’ past and bright future
A NUMBER of events have taken place to recognise 50 years of National NAIDOC Week, with this year's theme - The Next Generation: Strength,...
July 10, 2025
Electric school holiday wonder
ROSALIND Park has been transformed into an illuminated dreamscape as part of this year's Electric Wonderland program, which runs from 6pm each evening until...
July 10, 2025
Trout stock boost for local fishing fans
ABOUT 35,000 rainbow trout ready to be caught have been released across more than 70 Victorian lakes for recreational fishing. This includes 450 at Crusoe...
July 9, 2025
No letting up for Bendigo Comedy Festival
THE 2025 Bendigo Comedy Festival line-up has been announced with some of Australia's best stand-ups on the bill, including Nazeem Hussain, Lizzy Hoo, Dilruk...
July 7, 2025
City introduces STEM Program for young women
A WORK placement initiative aimed at encouraging more young women to explore careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics STEM has been introduced by...
July 7, 2025
New financial year brings small biz help
THE Federal Government has introduced a number of measures to help small businesses to mark the new financial year. Since 1 July, eligible small businesses...
July 7, 2025
New monikers for recycling facilities
THE City of Greater Bendigo's transfer stations in Strathfieldsaye, Goornong and Heathcote will be known as recycling centres going forward to make their purpose...
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