May 27, 2021
Jab hub now open
THOUSANDS of people can be vaccinated per week in the greater Bendigo region following the opening of the town’s mass COVID-19 vaccination clinic on...
May 27, 2021
Bendigo Blood Centre calls on community
RESIDENTS are being urged to give the gift of life and donate blood. Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has revealed that towards the end of May,...
May 27, 2021
St Therese’s welcomes back Selwood
GEELONG captain Joel Selwood returned to his boyhood club last Wednesday, for the launch of a new regional football clinic series. Selwood led young athletes...
May 26, 2021
Bendigo Health working to contain COVID outbreak
CONTACT tracing is underway in Bendigo, as concerns grow around the two exposure sites in the region. An Axedale pub is listed as a tier...
May 26, 2021
First Nations celebration heads to the big screen
INDIGENOUS films will be playing all week as the Central Victorian Indigenous Film Festival launches tomorrow afternoon. The festival will feature free or low-cost screenings...
May 26, 2021
Business bootcamp back in Bendigo
NEW and junior farmers have the chance to learn all about the business side of the industry, thanks to Agriculture Victoria. The Young Farmer Business...
May 22, 2021
Queer stories animated for Pride Festival
A NEW animation series has been developed for members of Bendigo’s LGBTQIA+ community to share their unique stories of pride and diversity. Created by Melbourne...
May 21, 2021
Changing perceptions on palliative care
‘IT’S more than you think’ is the theme of National Palliative Care Week 2021, as health care providers across the country look to change...
May 21, 2021
Creative space sees State support
LOCAL entrepreneurs can continue to access a range of programs, thanks to a boost in funding from the State Government. A $288 million investment in...
May 20, 2021
The kids are alright
YOUNG artists are making waves in the region and having their talents recognised. At the presentations for the 2021 Raw Arts Awards on Thursday at...
May 20, 2021
Big facelift for park planned
EWING Park’s transformation from oval to community recreation hub has been accelerated following the announcement of State Government funding. An injection of $2.89 million will...
May 20, 2021
Diverse market a celebration of culture
Fashion, jewellery, art, song and dance from around the world are all part of a new market at the Cultural Exchange. A Multicultural Arts Victoria...
May 20, 2021
Return of child health services sought – City of Greater Bendigo council meeting briefs
RESIDENTS pushed for maternal and child health services to resume face-to-face in Elmore, which ceased in line with State restrictions during the coronavirus pandemic...
May 20, 2021
Pfizer jabs for under 50s expanded
VICTORIAN’S aged under fifty in priority groups can now access the Pfizer vaccine. The priority groups include emergency service workers, ADF personnel, meat and seafood...
May 19, 2021
History in a cup of tea
WHETHER you take it green, black or with milk, tea has been connecting communities for centuries. To mark International Tea Day on Friday, 21 May,...
May 19, 2021
Face-to-face support for endo
HEALTH and education provider QENDO is holding a morning tea support group for anyone with endometriosis, adenomyosis or PCOS this Saturday at The Boardwalk. The...
May 16, 2021
Historical works of art
SOME of Bendigo’s most iconic sights have been captured by local painter Kim Lowe. Now, her new exhibition Close Brush with Bendigo Heritage showcases the...
May 14, 2021
Breaking the stigma one step at a time
SIX mates are walking to Melbourne, in the aim of raising awareness for mental health. Tim McKern, Wallis Collins, Ryan Walker, Jeremy Molloy, Jacob Greenwood,...
May 14, 2021
Social media for success
AS part of a new series of tailored workshops by Be.Bendigo, businesses are being asked on the different ways they engage with social media. CEO...
May 14, 2021
Goodwill recognised across the nation
THOSE who give their time freely and altruistically are being hailed in an upcoming week-long celebration. National Volunteer Week starts Monday, 17 May with the...
May 14, 2021
Input sought on violence policies
CENTRAL Victorians can influence the Federal Government’s national plan to reduce violence against women and children. Loddon Gender Equality and Violence Prevention Consortium is holding...
May 13, 2021
Young champ takes top prize
A TEN-year-old student has pocketed one-thousand dollars after winning a regional handball competition run by Camp Australia. White Hills Primary School student Malakye Taylor travelled...
May 13, 2021
A very hoppy birthday
BENDIGO Beer are pouring one out to mark ten years of supporting local, independent breweries. The not-for-profit group started in 2011 with the aim of...
May 13, 2021
Regions hit by rental affordability crisis
MORE federal assistance for young people is required to combat youth homelessness, according to Anglicare Victoria. Statistics from national campaign to end homelessness, Everybody’s Home,...
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