Landscape review ready for planning scheme
CITY of Greater Bendigo councillors approved the next stage of the City's Big Hill and Mandurang Valley Landscape Review at their September meeting. At the...
Lots to do this spring
LOOKING for things to do during the school holidays and throughout spring? There's an extensive program of local events and activities. A major event is...
Rotary contributes to food relief efforts
BENDIGO Foodshare's work in helping people eat better and live healthier lives has received financial support in the form of a five-thousand-dollar donation from...
Free training to fight suicide
A FREE, evidence-based suicide prevention training course is now available to anyone living in the Murray Primary Health Network region. Murray PHN is funding the...
Tech deal could slash landfill volume
THE volume of waste being sent to landfill in Bendigo could be reduced to almost nothing under a new municipal plan. The City of Greater...
Live to see the Seventh Wonder at The Capital
FLEETWOOD Mac tribute Seventh Wonder comes to The Capital to perform the band's entire Rumours album and other hits tomorrow night. Fronted by acclaimed singer/songwriter...
Radio station up for national nod
PHOENIX FM is in the running for recognition in two categories of the 2024 Community Broadcasting Association of Australia national awards. The Bendigo station is...
Fireworks, animals remain at City events – City of Greater Bendigo council meeting briefs
Fireworks and animal-based entertainment will continue to be part of City of Greater Bendigo events, although alternatives will be considered. Councillors on Monday voted to...
Supergroup supports Benny Ward
PERTH musician Benny Ward is bringing his new supergroup Benny J and the Psych Ward to the region for a show at the Red...
Display homes take out regional awards
HOUSE builder Metricon has won two northern Victoria awards for display properties in Strathfieldsaye. Its Amira 28BP and the Chelsea 33 won the Best Volume...
Local teams to score at First Nations sport carnival
BENDIGO'S representation at next month's Victorian Aboriginal Community Services Association senior football and netball carnival in Portarlington has received a State Government funding boost. Minister...
Cash for tiny towns
REGIONAL Victorian towns with populations of up to five thousand people are being invited to take advantage of State Government funding. Premier and Member for...
BDAC awarded for supporting mothers
THE Bendigo and District Aboriginal Co-operative has won a state award for its work in helping new and expectant mothers. Its Garinga Bupup Early Intervention...
Lovell hits out at intersection ‘failure’
LIBERAL Member for Northern Victoria Wendy Lovell has criticised the State Government for what she claims is a failure to commit to upgrading a...
Difficulties couldn’t stop Luke’s ride for Lifeline
LONG-distance cyclist Luke Baker arrived in Bendigo on Tuesday, having overcome various obstacles to ride more than three thousand, two hundred kilometres to raise...
Hitmakers to sing and tell it all
CHOIRBOYS, one of Australia's most enduring and popular rock bands, bring their show Run To Paradise to The Capital in Bendigo tomorrow night. Run To...
Charcoal scenes from where Lyn stands
WORK by award-winning Bendigo artist Lyn Raymer is on display in the city's Living Arts Space until next month. The From where I stand exhibition...
Long Gully neighbours surveyed
MENTAL health and community safety have been identified as primary issues by those who have responded to a Long Gully Neighbourhood Centre community survey. Data...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...