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May 20, 2026

Permit processes unpacked by City planners

BUSINESSES who would like to discover how planning permits work and how they can apply for them are encouraged to attend a free information...

May 19, 2026

Multicultural Connect Central Victoria welcomes new CEO

GRASSROOTS migrant and refugee support cooperative Multicultural Connect Central Victoria has appointed Kate Steenvoorden as its interim CEO. The organisation, which works across six local...

May 19, 2026

Beethoven love-in heralds orchestra milestone

BENDIGO Symphony Orchestra's (BSO) 45th anniversary will be celebrated in the form of a three-day, four-orchestra Ludwig van Beethoven extravaganza later this month. Centred around...

May 18, 2026

Prize package powers up after-dark experience

A SOCIAL media competition running in conjunction with the winter school holidays' Electric Wonderland experience in Rosalind Park is offering up a prize pool...

May 18, 2026

City proffers 16 Days of Activism grants

COMMUNITY groups and organisations looking to hold events or activities during this year's international 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-based Violence campaign, which runs...

May 17, 2026

Zap power bills with free Empowerment Program

HOUSEHOLDS looking to cut their energy bills are invited to participate in a series of free workshops, webinars and in-home advice opportunities as part...

May 17, 2026

Local artist profile: Danica

THIS week we chat with multidisciplinary dancer Danica, who said she’s inspired by her instructors and mentors at Bendigo East dance, fitness, pole and...

May 16, 2026

Pharmacy renews commitment to help tackle hunger

COMMUNITY-OWNED Bendigo UFS Pharmacies has amplified its ongoing support of Bendigo Foodshare with a new three-year sponsorship contribution amounting to $150,000. The freshly penned arrangement...

May 16, 2026

Julie Rooney exhibition benefits caring cause

AN exhibition at Dudley House this weekend will remember the late local artist Julie Rooney, who died in October last year. About 30 unframed works...

May 16, 2026

Home comforts out the door at CEO Sleepout

BUSINESS and community leaders are invited to take part in the Bendigo Winter Night Shelter (BWNS) overnight CEO Sleepout on Wednesday 27 May. The experience...

May 15, 2026

Livestock exchange funding raises elusive roof to reality

THE bustling Bendigo Livestock Exchange (BLE) will finally be able to commence stage one of its new roof project after a $1.7 million commitment...

May 14, 2026

Opt in to underpin Benefit Bendigo program

AN initiative that channels a portion of profits from new and existing Bendigo Bank customers' nominated accounts has been set up to deliver grants...

May 13, 2026

City aims to open mall to traffic in mere months

The City of Greater Bendigo has announced its plans for Hargreaves Mall to be opened to traffic by September on a permanent...

May 13, 2026

Islamic centre opens doors for Eid al-Adha festival

THE Bendigo Islamic Association is preparing to welcome everyone from around the region to a free, family-friendly community festival to recognise one of the...

May 12, 2026

Infant, child first aid course could help save lives

AN infant and child first aid course on Sunday week will aim to provide essential practical advice and potentially life-saving information on how to...

May 11, 2026

Night shelter needs extra help amid economy woes

AN essential local service that houses rough sleepers overnight during the cold depths of winter has appealed for extra volunteers to join its team. The...

May 11, 2026

Planning underway for Albert Roy Reserve’s future

THE City of Greater Bendigo is inviting community members to provide input regarding a new draft infrastructure and service plan for Eaglehawk's Albert Roy...

May 11, 2026

Infamous intersections on road to rectification

THE notorious intersection of the Midland Highway and Howard Street in Epsom – voted the most dangerous intersection in regional Victoria in a 2024...

May 10, 2026

Seekers member brings ‘world of his own’ to the Capital

THE Seekers' own vocalist and guitarist Keith Potger will visit Bendigo to present his celebration of the folk-pop group and its many achievements, including...

May 10, 2026

Priscilla production poised for opening night

BENDIGO Theatre Company returns to Ulumbarra Theatre next week to present a limited run of its stage rendition of 1994 Australian comedy-drama classic The...

May 10, 2026

Donovan Webb

IN the final instalment of our indie musician series is multi-instrumentalist and singer Donovan Webb, who said he plans to keep playing music and...

May 9, 2026

Funds for free multicultural celebrations

A number of local multicultural bodies have successfully applied for funding to host a series of free events through the state government's Multicultural Festivals...

May 9, 2026

Budget sparks vital upgrades at Woodvale Fire Brigade

THE Woodvale Fire Brigade, located just off the Loddon Valley Highway north west of Bendigo, will share in $26.2 million from the Victorian Budget...

May 9, 2026

Business Awards nominations pour in at pace

THE 2026 Bendigo Business Excellence Awards are on track for a bumper year with 815 nominations having been submitted before the 30 April deadline,...