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September 7, 2024

Ongoing mine operations queried

TWO City of Greater Bendigo councillors have voiced concerns about Agnico Eagle's plans for the continued operation of its Fosterville Gold Mine. Crs Jennifer Alden...

September 7, 2024

New chair for Bendigo Kangan Institute

TEACHER and former Australian Council of Trade Unions president Sharan Burrow has been named the new chair of the Bendigo Kangan Institute board. Her appointment...

September 6, 2024

School upgrade a step closer

THE multimillion-dollar Bendigo Special Developmental School upgrade has officially begun, with a ceremonial sod-turning taking place last week. Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards joined...

September 6, 2024

Boost to tourism icons

TWO leading Bendigo tourist attractions have received substantial financial support to help their plans for growth. Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards announced on Monday...

September 6, 2024

Addiction treatment centre opens in Bendigo

A MULTIMILLION-dollar treatment centre to support people with alcohol and drug dependence has opened in North Bendigo. Wanyanimbik Wayawan is being operated by Bendigo Community...

September 5, 2024

City spreads financial burden of developments

THE City of Greater Bendigo has tightened up its process of applying development contributions to projects throughout the municipality in a move to better...

September 2, 2024

Hoodoo Gurus to rock in 2025

IN response to demand, the Hoodoo Gurus have added Bendigo to the itinerary of their national Back to the Stoneage tour as one of...

September 1, 2024

Poet’s haiku commended

A HAIKU poem about moments of kindness in a regional hospital has earned high praise in a national award for a Bendigo writer. Dr Michael...

August 30, 2024

More crisis accom for the region

MORE emergency accommodation for women and children will be built in Bendigo using $2.5 million in Federal Government funding. Minister for Social Services Amanda Rishworth...

August 30, 2024

Tenants to light up mall lanterns

THE two Hargreaves Mall 'lanterns' are again available for businesses and sole traders to rent free of charge for up to six months. The City...

August 30, 2024

Shining a light on our youth

THE young people of Bendigo can now have their contributions and accomplishments recognised through a new City of Greater Bendigo youth awards program. Announced last...

August 30, 2024

Family link in new hotel ownership

WHEN the Gold Mines Hotel in Golden Square came up for sale, an historic family connection made the decision to buy it a simple...

August 30, 2024

New courts on the way in Strathfieldsaye

WORK on new tennis and netball courts in Strathfieldsaye started this week. The City of Greater Bendigo is spending $1.047 million on the project, which...

August 30, 2024

Activities for better community health

HEALTHY Loddon Campaspe is introducing a range of new programs in the region to further promote and encourage community health. Two parkruns, two healthy eating...

August 29, 2024

Changed payment choices on new rate notices

MOST property owners in Bendigo will by now have received their latest rates notice, now with options to pay in smaller, regular amounts. The City...

August 27, 2024

3G shutdown delay good news: health alliance

A RURAL health advocacy organisation has welcomed news that the planned shutdown of major telecommunications carriers' 3G networks has been delayed until October. National Rural...

August 27, 2024

Sign up for jobs expo

JOBSEEKERS keen to secure a new role are being encouraged to register for the Bendigo Jobs Expo on Wednesday 4 September. More than 70 exhibitors...

August 26, 2024

Museum to teach the educators

BENDIGO region teachers will next month be given an opportunity to learn about the experiences and stories of local people who have served their...

August 25, 2024

The Cambrian gets the party started

AT least one venue plans to get this year's Bendigo on the Hop party going early, with a free opening event and breweries showcase...

August 24, 2024

Surgical robot funding drive gains momentum

ROBOTIC surgical technology for St John of God Bendigo Hospital is one step closer following a successful fundraising lunch earlier this month. The city's business...

August 24, 2024

Bendigo students cooking up their careers

BENDIGO'S status as a UNESCO City of Gastronomy is in good hands, with two local TAFE cookery students winning bronze medals in a statewide...

August 23, 2024

Taungurung flag flying

THE Taungurung Sovereign Flag is now flying permanently at the front of the City of Greater Bendigo office in Heathcote. An official flag-raising ceremony took...

August 23, 2024

Robot ramp could be a transport gamechanger

A MAIDEN Gully robotics designer is developing what could be a revolutionary way of improving access to trains for people of all abilities, and...

August 23, 2024

Golden Square amendment on exhibition

A PLANNING scheme amendment aimed at protecting buildings and areas of heritage significance in Golden Square and beyond is open for public comment. The proposed...