September 17, 2021
Charity bike ride a success
OVER three weeks and two thousand kilometres later, La Trobe University lecturer Dr Brad Hodge completed his fundraising bike journey from Bendigo to Uluru...
September 16, 2021
Jabs best defence against outbreaks
LOCAL doctors have united to encourage residents to continue to get vaccinated to protect themselves, their families, and the health system as COVID-19 cases...
September 16, 2021
Tourism blooms into spring
YOU might have noticed gardens around Bendigo looking a little bit more colourful lately. As spring arrived in Bendigo, so too did the annual tulips...
September 16, 2021
Wet winter fills catchments
THE region’s water supplies are well positioned for spring, according to Coliban Water. Executive general manager climate and population at Coliban Water Steve Healy said...
September 16, 2021
Plans flow for new wine events
WHILE the Heritage Uncorked festival has been put back in the bottle this year, the Bendigo Winegrowers Association has committed to hosting a range...
September 16, 2021
Cost cut for cat desexing
BENDIGO Animal Relief Centre has been given a State Government grant to offer free desexing for cats owned by some residents. BARC has received just...
September 12, 2021
Sustainable homes are where the heart is
AN online event showcasing several old and new energy efficient homes is back for another year. Bendigo Sustainable House Day, hosted by the Bendigo Sustainability...
September 12, 2021
New opportunities for multicultural creatives
FUNDING from the State Government has helped established a new program for culturally diverse digital content producers in regional Victoria. Multicultural Arts Victoria received $1...
September 10, 2021
Recruits wanted for Eaglehawk CFA
EAGLEHAWK Fire Brigade is calling for new members to join the team. The fire and rescue service are looking to fill positions in its firefighting,...
September 10, 2021
Suggestions sought on centre
THE City of Greater Bendigo is asking for opinions on plans to upgrade the Strathdale Community Centre on Crook Street. It’s hoped the revamped community...
September 9, 2021
New rehab centre gets go ahead
A NEW medical day rehabilitation facility will be built at Bendigo Hospital. Minister for health Martin Foley announced the new designs for the “world-class” building,...
September 9, 2021
Foodshare locks in new home
BENDIGO Foodshare will soon have a bigger and better community hub at Breen Street in Golden Square. A recent funding announcement of $1 million from...
September 9, 2021
Local made vaccination campaign underway
A NEW campaign developed by the City of Greater Bendigo is joining the fight against COVID-19 and asking residents who they are getting vaccinated...
September 4, 2021
Youth taking over industry
A NEW program is putting young people at the centre of industry projects. The Youth Take Over was developed the four Local Learning and Employment...
September 4, 2021
Kookas call out for new members
STRATHFIELDSAYE Bowls Club is hoping to see some new faces take to the green when it resumes competitive and social bowls. The club has six...
September 2, 2021
Emergency relief hours extended
THE Uniting Church’s support and assistance service has been extended at its Kangaroo Flat site on 10 Camp Street. After Uniting Emergency Relief was discontinued...
September 2, 2021
Hub helping everyone get vaxed
LODDON Campaspe Multicultural Services and Bendigo Health have teamed up to help people from diverse backgrounds get vaccinated in a culturally safe way. The...
September 2, 2021
Wet spring could bring grassfire risk
THE Bureau of Meteorology is predicting a wet and warm spring, and emergency services warn the weather could bring an increased risk of grassfires...
September 2, 2021
Young rower’s success recognised
THE accolades have continued for sixteen-year-old rower Eliza Oxley, awarded a Bendigo Sports Star scholarship for July. In June, the year 10 Girton Grammar School...
September 2, 2021
Gymnast strikes perfect balance
NINETEEN-year-old aerobic gymnast Lucy Membrey said she’s grateful to receive the Bendigo Sports Star scholarship award for July. She also said while it highlights her...
September 1, 2021
Hub for digital festival
THE City of Greater Bendigo has helped launch Victoria’s Digital Innovation Festival with a series of free online events taking place until Wednesday, 8...
August 30, 2021
Exhibition of artist’s journey
A CELEBRATION of a young artist’s work so far is on display at the Bendigo Visitor Centre until Sunday, 12 September. Twenty-three-year-old Dja Dja Wurrung...
August 27, 2021
Science focus for school
LAST week, students from Creek Street Christian College took part in ANSTO’s National Science Week hackathon. Over three days the hackathon involved small teams brainstorming...
August 27, 2021
Charity ride reaches top gear
UNIVERSITY lecturer Brad Hodge’s bike journey from Bendigo to Uluru has not been without some hiccups, battling headwinds, rain, and border closures. After riding to...
August 27, 2021
Student earns STEM scholarship
LA Trobe University student Caitlin Buchan has been awarded a scholarship aimed at helping her continue pursuing a career in engineering. Ms Buchan is one...
August 26, 2021
GovHub gets green light for construction
BEHIND temporary walls on Lyttleton Terrace lies the site of one of the City’s most exciting projects. Last Wednesday, construction of Bendigo’s GovHub officially began,...
August 26, 2021
Podium goal for Olympic swimmer – Bendigo Sports Star Award
JENNA Strauch is ready to get back in the pool and compete at the highest level and off the back of her showing that...
August 26, 2021
Slow progress for senior program
WALKING Basketball is the latest program to make its way to Bendigo Basketball, with a focus on improving the physical activity of older and...
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