April 14, 2022
Easter Fair and everything else that’s on this weekend
THE Bendigo Easter Fair returns this long weekend, bringing with it road closures, changes to public transport and COVID-19 protocols. With a main focus on...
April 14, 2022
Egg hunts to raise vital funds
THE tastiest event at this weekend’s Easter Fair will also ensure people in the Loddon Mallee region who are blind or have low vision...
April 14, 2022
Pay parity for Bulldogs netballers
A GRADE Golden Square netballers will be paid the same base rate as their peers on the footy field to play from this season...
April 14, 2022
Passion play on the steps of The Capital
PULL up a chair and watch the Way of the Cross performance as it returns to the city streets for the first time in...
April 14, 2022
Community brainstorms for festival’s future
SEASONAL celebrations, cycling events and street art could all become a part of a future Eaglehawk Dahlia and Arts Festival. Organisers and residents came together...
April 8, 2022
Daredevil show takes to the skies
RING the bells this Easter Fair… but only if you dare. Melbourne-based physical theatre company 5 Angry Men will collaborate with local dance school Z...
April 8, 2022
Foodshare backed by Marketplace
BENDIGO Foodshare is in for a major financial boost after forming a partnership with Bendigo Marketplace shopping centre. Under the agreement, Marketplace owner and property...
April 7, 2022
Residents offer safety and support for Ukraine
AMONG the four million refugees fleeing war torn Ukraine during Russia’s invasion are Ray Slywka’s great niece and nephew. Mr Slywka has organised for the...
April 7, 2022
Calling all writers
TAP into a local network of passionate writers with the Bendigo Writers’ Council. Committee member Dr Penny Davies said the group could help a range...
April 7, 2022
New lab for livestock jabs
A NEW vaccine laboratory dedicated to finding treatments for viruses in livestock will be built in East Bendigo. Apiam Animal Health’s $4.2 million lab is...
April 7, 2022
Steam trains get back on track
HOP on board a one-hundred-and-seven-year-old steam train and explore the region by rail next weekend. Steamrail Victoria is bringing their 1915 steam powered A2 986...
April 7, 2022
Students’ minds on the move
LA Trobe University students have attempted to find new and engaging ways to get more people moving around the city using sustainable methods of...
April 7, 2022
Next stage for VCC upgrades
THE latest works in Victory Christian College’s multi-million-dollar upgrade is underway. Stage four of the project includes a new $2.2 million building for science, food...
April 5, 2022
August shows for national production
THE Australian Ballet will travel to Bendigo for their upcoming regional tour, performing three shows at Ulumbarra Theatre on 5 and 6 August. Executive director...
April 5, 2022
Dragon Mile ready to run
LACE up your shoes for the thirty-fifth annual Dragon Mile, returning Monday, 18 April during the Easter Fair. After two years of cancellations fuelled by...
April 2, 2022
Dancing for a cause
MEMBERS of the Bendigo Ballroom Dance Club will put on their dancing shoes for a good cause this weekend. The club has been raising money...
April 1, 2022
Local wheels scouted for global car comp
BENDIGO car enthusiasts are among those in the running for a Hot Wheels competition that sees one lucky winner’s custom build transformed into a...
April 1, 2022
Tech-savvy kits for sustainability
NEW sustainability kits have been launched at the Bendigo Library and are aimed at helping households reduce their electricity consumption and make greener choices. Four...
April 1, 2022
Backstage spotlight for theatre funding
AN upgraded Bendigo Theatre Company is ready and raring to take to the stage. The community theatre group received a $17,000 Federal Government grant which...
March 31, 2022
State money backs women to work
ALMOST four million dollars in State Government funding will go towards getting two hundred Bendigo and Mildura women working in the aged care sector. Through...
March 31, 2022
Program cooks up new skills
YOUNG people will get the chance to learn how to cook healthy meals under the direction of professional chefs through a new Bendigo Foodshare...
March 30, 2022
Get messy at play day
YOUNG ones can make a mess at Bendigo Community Toy Library’s messy play day this Saturday, 2 April from 9.30am to 12pm. The zoo safari-themed...
March 28, 2022
Program gives kids a head start
A GROUP of passionate residents are improving literacy skills among young children in the region with the help of an American country music star. Andrew...
March 28, 2022
Classroom creativity creating opportunities
ATTENDANCE is up on Fridays at California Gully Primary School, when Arena Theatre Company take over classrooms to get creative with kids. Four artists are...
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