Bendigo the best place for women in business, Laura says
WHEN Laura Patterson moved to Bendigo more than 20 years ago, the commute back to Melbourne for work was a trial. After two years with...
Strengthening First Nations tourism businesses in Victoria
FIRST Nations tourism businesses throughout Victoria can now apply for grants of up to $300,000 to expand their offerings under the new First Peoples...
Regional shake up to accommodate population boom
The population of regional Australia will boom in the coming decades as the boundaries of major centres are redrawn in a bid to ease...
Australian Crypto Industry Intensifies Political Lobbying Amid Regulatory Debates
Australia's cryptocurrency sector is ramping up efforts to secure political support, aiming to influence regulatory reforms. As the Federal Treasury has initiated...
How the Economy Is Influencing Voter Decisions in the Federal Election
Economic conditions have long played an important role in shaping voter behavior during federal elections. As individuals experience changes in their personal...
Regional house prices rise as capital city values fall
As growth in housing prices slowed in the capital cities, towns in regional Western Australia and Queensland have skyrocketed in value. Property values rose one...
AFL boss flags possible return of state of origin games
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon has flagged the possible return of state of origin amid a "groundswell" of support for the concept, as the...
RBA cuts rates, bringing long-awaited mortgage relief
The Reserve Bank of Australia has cut interest rates for the first time in more than four years, bringing long-awaited financial relief to mortgage...
Troy Selwood farewelled at GMHBA Stadium in emotional tribute
Troy Selwood's brothers all fought back tears as they paid tribute to a man whose identical twin Adam described as a "built-in best mate". Former...
All-star wrestling heads to Bendigo
THE Bendigo Club is the only venue in Victoria to host the Summer Heat Tour and see Austin Aries, the international wrestling sensation, former...
“What if he says no?”: King poses free agent Bontempelli hypothetical
WESTERN Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli is a free agent this year and yet to re-sign with the club. David King has posed a simple question:...
New Zealander Geary claims hard-fought Vic Open win
New Zealander Josh Geary has won the men's Vic Open the tough way, overcoming brutal conditions as strong winds whipped around 13th Beach. Geary began...
Su Oh has tamed strong winds to win the Vic Open
Former junior prodigy Su Oh was the last woman standing on a day of windy carnage at 13th Beach as she came from nowhere...
Need a fun, effective way to stay active and healthy as you age?
GURRI Wanyarra Wellbeing Centre's Active Adults class is the perfect solution! Designed specifically for older adults, this low-impact strength and aerobics class will keep your...
Personalised, flexible in-home care services
AT Simply Helping Loddon Mallee, the team share one common goal. That is, to provide person-centred, flexible home care solutions. Staff recognise that everyone is...
Hearing and happiness!
Why is our hearing so important to us? Our quality of life is linked to our ability to hear well. Hearing well allows you to join...
Appearances can be deceiving
MAGDALENA Carmen Frida Kahlo y Calderón was born on 6 July 1907, in her family home, La Casa Azul (the Blue House) in Coyoacán,...
Furry Friends and Financial Freedom
FOR over-55s looking to downsize without compromise, Park Lane Living offers more than just a roof over your head—it's a community built on transparency,...
How strong are your bones?
OSTEOPOROSIS is a condition in which bones become fragile, leading to a higher risk of fractures (or breaks) than in normal bone, and it...
Heathcote vineyards and producers to star again at Harvest Festival
HEATHCOTE will celebrate the beginning of autumn and the harvest season for local vineyards and producers once again when the Heathcote Harvest Festival takes...
Will the Saints be a bottom four team in 2025?
SOMEONE has to finish in the bottom four in 2025 and Kane Cornes believes St Kilda will be one of those teams. While he believes...
Schmid has first win for Australian team at Cadel race
An outstanding one-two combination from the Australian Jayco AlUla cycling team has helped Mauro Schmid to win the Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race. The...
A special screening and Q&A
ONE of Australia's finest actors, the much loved David Wenham is coming to Bendigo in February for a special Q&A screening of SPIT, the...
CFA declares total fire ban
The CFA has announced tomorrow, Monday, January 27, to be a day of Total Fire Ban (TFB) for most of Victoria including Central and...