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
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
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
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...
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...
August 20, 2024
Support group tackling cancer fatigue
WHEN he was diagnosed with cancer early this year, Mark Friswell knew he had a battle on his hands. But what he didn't expect was...
August 19, 2024
Bendigo shares in funds for food relief
BENDIGO Foodshare is to share in one-and-a-half million dollars of State Government funding for six regional food relief services. The funding will be distributed among...
August 17, 2024
Respond to community health survey
MORE than fifty people have already responded to a Bendigo Community Health Services survey on healthy eating, active living, smoking and vaping. The survey, the...
August 16, 2024
City service on par with other LGAs
SIXTY per cent of people who had contact with the City of Greater Bendigo over the last twelve months are happy with the service...
August 16, 2024
Calling all stations for Radiofest
AMATEUR and CB radio enthusiasts will converge on the Bendigo East Hall when the city's Radiofest switches on this weekend. The Bendigo Amateur Radio and...
August 16, 2024
State job for Bendigo veteran
BENDIGO veterans advocate Peter Swandale has been appointed to serve on the Victorian Veterans Council. Mr Swandale is a past president of the Bendigo District...
August 16, 2024
City makes pitch for federal cash
A CITY of Greater Bendigo deputation travelled to Canberra this week in a bid to secure Federal funding for priority projects ahead of the...
August 14, 2024
Health crisis changes Bindi’s outlook on diabetes
COMPLICATIONS after ankle surgery and the prospect of losing a leg changed everything for Queensland woman Bindi Sunderland. It was during a trip to Bendigo...
August 11, 2024
Alpaca industry comes to town
BENDIGO will become the country's alpaca capital when it hosts the Australian Alpaca Association National Show over three days later this month. More than 300...
August 9, 2024
Support for migrant upskilling
THE SisterWorks hub in Bendigo has received a major Federal grant to support its efforts to help migrant women find work. The hub has been...
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