Machete sale ban to ‘choke the supply’ of deadly weapon
A wild brawl between machete-wielding gang members at a shopping centre has been the catalyst for an almost immediate Australian-first interim ban on the...
You won’t be disappointed – Bendigo Theatre Company presents a timeless thriller!
HAVE you ever wondered where the term 'gaslight' came from? 'Gaslighting' is defined as manipulating someone using psychological methods into questioning their own sanity or...
Coastal investment opportunity at Sands Torquay
POSITIONED next to the golf course, the newly upgraded guest rooms offer potential buyers the opportunity to enjoy the Surf Coast while also generating...
Expanding NDIS Inclusive Support for Victorians with Disabilities
FOR over three decades, The Y Inclusion Services has been a cornerstone of disability support in Victoria, offering person-centred programs that empower individuals and...
Bendigo Caravan & Outdoor Leisure Roadshow is BIGGER THAN EVER!
NOW in its 25th year... Over 100 exhibitors will be displaying all the latest and greatest in caravan camping and everything outdoors. This is the biggest...
Blockbusters and double headers headline AFL’s epic run home
The AFL has announced the dates and times for Rounds 16 to 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season, revealing...
AFL mourns legend Robert Walls after passing
The AFL community is mourning the loss of Robert Walls, who passed away aged 74 after a long battle with cancer. A giant of...
AFL admit ‘failed’ process in umpire debacle
Collingwood say they haven't been contacted by the AFL since Friday as the league deals with the fallout of an investigation into Lachie Schultz's...
Women’s Choir to sing at St Paul’s
ADVERTORIAL THE Central Victorian Women's Choir will host their third choral spectacular, Come to the Music, on May 24th, at St Paul's Cathedral in Bendigo. This...
Happy Education Week!
EDUCATION Week is an annual celebration of education in Victoria. This year's theme, Celebration of Cultures, highlights the rich diversity of our communities and...
From city roots to rural routes: Kamil Ibrahim’s medical journey
WHEN Kamil Ibrahim moved from New Zealand to Australia at 15, he was set for a life in the city. However, as a final-year...
Girton Education Week 2025, a celebration of cultures
THIS Education Week, Girton Grammar celebrates the rich cultures that shape our school community. The values of diversity, equality and inclusion have been at Girton's...
Celebrating 10 years of Marist College Bendigo
AS MARIST College Bendigo celebrates its 10th anniversary as a vibrant educational community, we reflect on our journey of growth and faith, embracing a...
The Importance of Regular Health Checks for Senior Pets
AS our pets grow older, their needs change — and regular health checks become more important than ever. Just like us, senior pets are at...
Sustainable Living Program – 5 Star Smart School
EPPALOCK Primary School has a strong environmental focus through our involvement in water saving initiatives, National Tree Planting Day and sustainable energy projects. Our school...
Where care, curiosity, and connection come to life
ASPIRE Early Education has become a cherished part of the early childhood landscape in Bendigo—offering families more than just childcare, but a true sense...
Victorian housing market steady ahead of election
With the federal election taking place this Saturday, the Victorian housing market continues to show resilience despite national debate around affordability and housing supply....
A Real Legacy for Regional Australia Starts Here
FOR too long, communities like ours in the Bendigo region and central Victoria have had to fight tooth and nail for the basic infrastructure,...
Easter Weekend Football & Netball Fixtures
Ballarat Football Netball League
Friday, April 18 Bacchus Marsh vs East Point Football: 2:15pm at Maddingley Park, Bacchus Marsh Netball: 2:30pm Sunbury vs Redan Football: 2:15pm at Clarke Oval,...Police crack down on impaired drivers in Bendigo region
Police have identified the Bendigo, Campaspe, Macedon Ranges and Goldfields region as one of Victoria’s worst for impaired driver collisions involving...
DDS Clinics: A New Era for Denture Care in Bendigo
NEWLY opened at 58 Lucan Street North Bendigo, DDS Clinics provides efficient, high-quality denture services to the local community. Despite being a fresh face in...
The Whitlams join Melbourne Symphony Orchestra for Hamer Hall show
Beloved Aussie band The Whitlams will join forces with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra (MSO) for a one-night-only symphonic performance at Hamer...
Truth-telling, accountabilityin focus at state Treaty talks
NEGOTIATIONS for Victoria's first statewide Treaty have entered a new phase, with discussions centring on truth-telling and the creation of an independent accountability body. Representatives...
Collaborative Centre to lead mental health training in Victoria
VICTORIA'S mental health workforce will soon have a single statewide hub for training and development, under changes announced by the State Government this week. Minister...