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
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 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 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
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
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
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 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
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
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 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
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 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 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
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...
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
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 21, 2024
All things pop culture at Bendi-Con
POP culture nirvana comes to town once again when Bendi-Con touches down at Red Energy Arena on Sunday 25 August. Regional Victoria's premier pop culture...
August 20, 2024
Food insecurity above state average
ALMOST ten per cent of Bendigo's population does not have access to a secure supply of affordable and nutritious food, according to the City...
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