April 19, 2026
Free travel extended, discounts to follow
Victoria’s free public transport period has been extended. Premier Jacinta Allan announced on Sunday that all public transport will remain free until the end of...
April 17, 2026
Top cruise agent Stuart Coffield hosts travel showcase
ONE of Australia's top luxury cruise specialists is opening the door for Geelong travellers, with Belmont agent Stuart Coffield hosting a special information evening...
April 17, 2026
Build v buy in 2026: what actually stacks up?
FOR today's buyers, the decision to build or buy isn't just about property, it's about possibility and long-term value. Across Ballarat and Bendigo, builders like...
April 17, 2026
Saints march on towards Gunbower
HEATHCOTE will be aiming to march from Gunbower with the four premiership points after Saturday's round two match in Agnico Eagle Fosterville Gold-backed Heathcote...
April 17, 2026
Grape Day Out ushers in new era for wine festival
IF you think you know Bendigo's wine festival, think again. In 2026, the event formerly known as the Strategem Bendigo Winemakers Festival returns as the...
April 12, 2026
From the desk of ROLAND ROCCHICCIOLI
THE Federal Government's announcement of radical changes to gambling advertising is most interesting; however, back in 2012, a joint parliamentary inquiry was advised that...
April 10, 2026
The Seymour Alternative Farming Expo
THE Seymour Alternative Farming Expo is proud to announce its return for an incredible 35th year, bringing three days of innovation, education and entertainment...
April 10, 2026
Mounts brace for test in Bombers’ hangar
MOUNT Pleasant's run at back-to-back senior footy premierships in the Bendigo Bank Heathcote DFNL kicks off in Saturday's away clash with Leitchville-Gunbower. The Cam Carter...
April 6, 2026
Swim lesson decline sparks safety concern
LIFE Saving Victoria (LSV) is urging parents and carers to continue their children's swimming lessons, with a decline in water safety skills creating major...
April 3, 2026
Geelong Travel’s Stuart Coffield unveils one-off Ghan rail charter from Darwin to Geelong
A RARE rail journey across the heart of Australia is being offered to local travellers, with Geelong Travel director Stuart Coffield unveiling a one-off 2027...
April 3, 2026
Rivals work on ways to outplay the Blues
HOW to beat Mount Pleasant is a task all coaches across the Bendigo Bank Heathcote DFNL have been working on leading into the '26...
March 27, 2026
Create your dream family home with more value built in
WHEN it comes to building a home, it's not just about walls and rooms, it's about the life your family will live inside them. As...
March 27, 2026
Swanbuild put into their homes…
SWANBUILD'S Bendigo Open Day will be held on Thursday 2 April. With over 35 years of building experience, Swanbuild are a builder of high-quality modular...
March 27, 2026
The Greatest Travel Show is coming to Bendigo
GET ready for a day of travel inspiration, expert advice and exclusive deals as Inspiring Vacations, Australia's leading tour operator, brings The Greatest Travel...
March 24, 2026
Fatal Wellsford crash claims driver
A man has died following a single-vehicle crash in Wellsford on Tuesday afternoon, with police now investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.
March 18, 2026
Class not in session: teachers to strike after wage dispute
Public school teachers will walk off the job for 24 hours next week after 98 per cent of union members voted to take strike...
March 17, 2026
Rates raised again as oil spike fuels inflation fears
The Reserve Bank of Australia has hiked interest rates for the second month in a row as war in the Middle East compounds inflation...
March 15, 2026
From the office of ROLAND ROCCHICCIOLI
“Fear no more the heat o’ the sun, Nor the furious winter’s rages; Thou thy worldly task hast done, Home art gone, and ta’en thy wages: Golden lads...
March 13, 2026
2026 Dahlia and Arts Festival to bloom on 20-22 March
THE 2026 Dahlia and Arts Festival in Eaglehawk promises a vibrant three day celebration of creativity, community, and the rich harvest heritage of the...
March 13, 2026
Disability Peer Support comes to the Greater Bendigo Region
LEARNING to live with a new disability can be enormously challenging. Mandy McCracken knows this all too well. After having both her hands and feet...
March 13, 2026
Heathcote works on game against Macedon
GAME one in Heathcote's series of football practice matches kicks off this Sunday against Macedon at Pigeon Park in Heathcote's Barrack Reserve. A big day...
March 12, 2026
Buyers to be set free from costly househunting headache
Frustrated home-buyers have been promised relief from out-of-pocket costs as a state embarks on a major rethink of real estate due diligence. The burden of...
March 7, 2026
Driving disability inclusion for a better future
AINSLEE Hooper is an anthropologist, disability inclusion consultant, and business owner transforming how organisations remove barriers and create workplaces and communities that respond to...
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