February 25, 2022
Bikes light up kart track
THE Bendigo Go Kart Club traded four wheels for two over the weekend, as it hosted two Ohvale Australia practice sessions. Riders from across Australia...
February 24, 2022
Putting pride on the map
THE forecourt of the town hall has been painted rainbow, as the City of Greater Bendigo’s new progress pride flag mural was unveiled. Mayor Cr...
February 24, 2022
Big names revealed for Writers Fest
THE region’s biggest celebration of authors, books, and the conversations they create will return from Thursday, 12 May. Tickets to the Bendigo Writers’ Festival will...
February 24, 2022
Exhibition set to inspire
DA Vinci’s machines have taken over the Discovery Science and Technology Centre, with the newest exhibition officially opening last Saturday. Until Wednesday, 1 June, visitors...
February 24, 2022
Rehab centre works begin
CONSTRUCTION is underway at the old Bendigo Hospital building, bringing modern facilities and services to the site. The building will house the new Bendigo Health...
February 22, 2022
Cycling Classic gaining momentum
THE wheels are turning on next month’s Bendigo Cycling Classic. Rolling into its fourth year, the Classic will return with a smattering of races appealing...
February 22, 2022
Competition bringing the local laughs
BENDIGO comedians have the chance to showcase their talent at Australia’s top comedy competitions. RAW Comedy is coming to Bendigo next month, giving performers the...
February 21, 2022
Safe travels for car club
DO you dream of hitting the high country and tackling some of Australia’s best four-wheel-drive tracks? In its 42nd year, the Bendigo 4WD Club is...
February 18, 2022
Swatta kicking wellbeing goals
SPORTING clubs, community groups and businesses of all sizes were reminded last week that mental health issues can arise anywhere, anytime. Former North Melbourne and...
February 18, 2022
Female agriculture scholarship opens
YOUNG female leaders in agriculture can now apply for the FMC ANZ scholarship program. The LEAD scholarship, now in its second year, offers applicants aged...
February 18, 2022
Health focus for Central Victorian projects
MORE projects are being rolled out across the Loddon Campaspe region as part of the Healthy Heart of Victoria initiative. The projects are funded by...
February 18, 2022
Digital mentoring for Bendigo businesses
SMALL and upcoming regional Victorian small businesses have the opportunity to grow thanks to the Digital Solutions mentoring program. Five Bendigo-based mentors are involved in...
February 17, 2022
Full cycle confirmed for the stage
MELBOURNE Opera will bring its new production of Richard Wagner’s Ring Cycle in full to Ulumbarra Theatre next year. After announcing the five-hour Die Walküre...
February 17, 2022
Lack of Libs an issue as election looms
IT may be too late for a Liberal candidate to influence the seat of Bendigo in the upcoming Federal election, according to politics expert...
February 17, 2022
Campaign to combat drowning
A NEW advertising campaign is pushing to reduce drowning deaths, particularly among men. The State Government’s “Unsinkable Guy” campaign draws attention to the fact that...
February 17, 2022
Frenzy’s fervour gets bigger and better
SPECTATORS were treated to a special showcase of athletics last Friday at the Bendigo Harriers’ 5K Frenzy. In its second year, coordinator Brett Gilligan deemed...
February 15, 2022
Cracking cold ones on back-to-back weekends
BENDIGO beer lovers are in for a treat, with two consecutive weekends of beer festivals next month. After announcing they will host two events this...
February 15, 2022
Fun run ready for starting gun
PUT your joggers on and start stretching because the Bendigo Ford Fun Run is fast approaching. The return of the event is scheduled for Sunday,...
February 14, 2022
Push to spark interest in science
DISCOVERY’S Girls in STEM program is underway for another year and young students from Bendigo are getting hands on with science and engineering. Pupils from...
February 14, 2022
Countdown on for Da Vinci
IT was all hands on deck at Discovery last week, as volunteers prepared the centre for the arrival of one of history’s greatest inventors. The...
February 12, 2022
Book lovers’ chance to reflect
THIS Valentine’s Day, libraries across the country are asking people to celebrate everything they love about the public spaces. With the theme of Show the...
February 12, 2022
Have your say on health services
BENDIGO Community Health Services is calling on residents to provide feedback on the delivery of its services. The organisation runs over 50 programs across Central...
February 11, 2022
City seeks Easter helpers
NOT the traditional egg hunt, the City of Greater Bendigo is instead on the hunt for volunteers to assist in running the four-day Bendigo...
February 11, 2022
Artisan fair gets boost
THE State Government has put its support behind Bendigo’s Lost Trade Fair, scheduled for March this year. Last week, local State members Jacinta Allan and...
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