September 24, 2021
Principal among top in the state
FOR the past six years, Kim Saddlier has worked hard to grow Kangaroo Flat Primary School into a supportive and inclusive place for students...
September 24, 2021
New role for Cameron
COLIBAN Water has announced Bob Cameron will take on the role of chair of the water board from 1 October. Current chair Lucy Roffey will...
September 23, 2021
New positive case, exposure sites recorded in Bendigo
BENDIGO has recorded one new case of COVID-19 in the last twenty-four hours. The Loddon Mallee Public Health Unit confirmed the case this afternoon. “The COVID-19...
September 23, 2021
Melbourne Cup rides high into town
MADE from over one and a half kilograms of eighteen-carat gold from the Fosterville Gold Mine, the Melbourne Cup returned to its place of...
September 23, 2021
More housing needed – City of Greater Bendigo council briefs
A PLAN outlining the municipality’s role in providing affordable housing was adopted by councillors at the ordinary City of Greater Bendigo council meeting on...
September 23, 2021
La Trobe set for high-tech build
A TWO-million-dollar advanced manufacturing hub will be established at La Trobe University. As part of the Federal Government’s Strategic University Reform Fund, the hub has...
September 23, 2021
Vaccine rate on the rise
BENDIGO is on track to reach ninety per cent first dose vaccination for people aged sixteen and over by the end of this month. Last...
September 23, 2021
Colour comes to creek trail
GOLDFIELDS Libraries is bringing art to the streetscape with a new mural at Kangaroo Flat Library. The artwork is funded by Healthy Heart of Victoria...
September 23, 2021
More free events this spring
THIS spring is the perfect time to get the family together and enjoy a free activity in town. With that in mind the City of...
September 23, 2021
Junior golf program teed up
A NEW deal between the McKern Foundation and the Bendigo Golf Club is in the works, designed to unearth the next generation of golf...
September 23, 2021
Dream come true for Pearse
RAISED on a dairy farm in Bamawm surrounded by dams and irrigation channels, Col Pearse said it was a family rule that everyone learned...
September 19, 2021
Marketplace among new exposure sites
SEVERAL Bendigo exposure sites have been listed on the state's Department of Health and Human Services website. All tier two sites, they include Bendigo Marketplace...
September 19, 2021
Local Antarctic explorer focus of new book
WILSON McOrist’s latest book, The Boy from Long Gully tells the story of an unsung hero of early twentieth century Antarctic exploration. Richard Richards was...
September 18, 2021
Meet the expert at the epicentre of COVID-19
EPIDEMIOLOGIST Jenny Dittmer never thought she’d be a crucial part of the Bendigo local public health unit. Previously a researcher at the Burnett Institute in...
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...
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