Monday, 8 February 2010
to Thursday, 25 March 2010
9:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Photographs by Christopher Atkins MVA(Rsch) Candidate. Cost: No Charge
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Phyllis Palmer Gallery, La Trobe University, Visual Arts & Design, Gate 8 Sharon St, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Christine Wood, La Trobe University PHONE: 03 5444 7917 EMAIL: gallery@latrobe.edu.au WEB: latrobe.edu.au/visualarts/ppg/index.htm
David Burrows: Points of Departure
Saturday, 20 February 2010
to Sunday, 28 March 2010
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
A presentation of recent installation work exploring evocations of space and volume using light as a sculptural form. Cost: Free or by donation
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre, 121 View Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Paul Northam, Managing Curator, La Trobe University PHONE: 03 5441 8724 EMAIL: vacentre@latrobe.edu.au WEB: www.latrobe.edu.au/vacentre
Fun science for Curious Kids!
Monday, 1 March 2010
11:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
You're never too young to learn about science! Join Discovery and come on a fun-filled science adventure as we officially launch our new Curious Kids program!
Especially designed for children aged 3-5 a Curious Kids session will consist of a "story time" where children will be introduced to a scientific concept in a story format. This will then be followed by an activity in The Lab, where children will learn the practical application of the concept talked about during story time.
For upcoming dates check out our website www.discovery.asn.au! Cost: $5 per session per child. Free for members
Every year, from Perth to Penrith, hundreds of thousands of Australians get stuck in and clean up their local environment by collecting and removing rubbish on Clean Up Australia Day. Individuals and groups can register now to clean up their local park, beach, bushland, and streets on Sunday 7th March 2010. 2010 marks the 20th anniversary of clean up Australia Day. If each and every Australian picks up JUST 1 piece of rubbish, over 20 million pieces of rubbish would be picked up. Be JUST 1 and register for Clean Up Australia Day 2010.
LOCATION: Municipality of Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Clean Up Australia PHONE: 1800 282 329 EMAIL: cleanup@cleanup.com.au WEB: www.clean.org.au
Zonta International Womens Day Dinner
Tuesday, 2 March 2010
6:30 PM - 10:00 PM
Celebrate International Women's Day with a dinner. Guest Speaker Jenny Gray - CEO of Zoos Victoria. Tickets: $50 Purchase at Bristol Paint Williamston Street Bendigo
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: All Seasons Hotel McIvor Highway Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Zonta Club of Bendigo PHONE: Sandra Burns - 0417 394 824 EMAIL: sandra.burns@northgateminerals.com.au
A Window into Latin America
Wednesday, 3 March 2010
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Yummy ALL YOU CAN EAT Buffet PLUS: A digital photojournalistic exhibition into the heart and soul of Latin America.. PLUS Latin Dance Presentation, Prizes & Giveaways, Music. ALL for just $25:00!!! Cost: $25:00 (inludes All You Can Eat Buffet plus Event)
BLUMES Autumn Fashions including Devonshire Tea and Lucky Door Prize Cost/Tickets: $5 entry
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Kangaroo Flat Uniting Church, Cnr. Church & Camp Sts. Kangaroo Flat CONTACT NAME: Max Blume, Kangaroo Flat Uniting Church PHONE: 5443 1809 EMAIL: blume_m@bigpond.com
Knitters United
Thursday, 4 March 2010
10:00 AM
Start Time: 10am & 3pm Love to knit? Come along every Thursday, knit for different charities or for friends and family, and meet some new people. Morning and afternoon tea provided.
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Our Place Community Assistance Centre, 30 High St Eaglehawk CONTACT NAME: Bree Gaffney PHONE: 54 463 527 EMAIL: ourplace@impulse.net.au WEB: www.ourplaceministries.com
Bendigo and District Music Academy
Thursday, 4 March 2010
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
International Women's Day Movie Event “Precious”
Thursday, 4 March 2010
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
In honour of International Women's Day, Star Cinema would like to invite you to a very special Premiere screening of the Academy Award Nominated film 'Precious'. Buffet meal served upstairs of Town Hall from 7pm. Film from 8:30pm Alcohol & refreshments at Bar Prices. Bookings Essential - 5446 2025 Cost: $35
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Eaglehawk Town Hall, Corner of Sailors Gully Road & Peg Leg Road CONTACT NAME: Sonja Gibbons, Star Community Cinema PHONE: (03) 5446 2025 EMAIL: info@starcinema.org.au WEB: www.starcinema.org.au
Schools Clean Up Day - Clean Up Australia
Friday, 5 March 2010
Inspiring children to care for the environment is a vital part of Clean Up Australia. Last year over 2300 schools were involved and this year we want to make it bigger and better than ever! 2010 marks the 20th anniversary of Clean Up Australia Day. If each and every Australian picks up JUST 1 piece of rubbish, over 20 million pieces of rubbish would be picked up. Be JUST 1 and register for Schools Clean Up Day 2010. Cost/Tickets: Free
LOCATION: Municipality of Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Clean Up Australia PHONE: 1800 282 329 EMAIL: cleanup@cleanup.com.au WEB: www.cleanup.org.au
Bendigo International Madison 2010
Friday, 5 March 2010
to Monday, 8 March 2010
Australias largest cycling and athletic event.
LOCATION: Tom Flood Sports Centre, Barnard St Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Rik McCaig, Bendigo International Madison Committee PHONE: 5443 2191 EMAIL: rikmccaig@hotmail.com WEB: http://www.madison.org.au
Internaitonal Women's Day breakfast
Friday, 5 March 2010
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Community breakfast to celebrate international women's day. Free breakfast and entertainment. All welcome! Large groups are asked to rsvp for catering purposes. Cost: free
LOCATION: Rosalind Park rotunda, Pall Mall, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Jenny PHONE: 5434 6464 EMAIL: j.mcquilkin@bendigo.vic.gov.au
Author Peter Cuffley talks about "Hung out to Dry"
Friday, 5 March 2010
11:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Author, historian and Australiana expert Peter Cuffley will talk about his new book "Hung Out To Dry - Gilbert Toyne's classic Australian Clothes Line". Cost: free
Every year, from Perth to Penrith, hundreds of thousands of Australians get stuck in and clean up their local environment by collecting and removing rubbish on Clean Up Australia Day. Individuals and groups can register now to clean up their local park, beach, bushland, and streets.
2010 marks the 20th anniversary of Clean Up Australia Day. If each and every Australian picks up JUST 1 piece of rubbish, over 20 million pieces of rubbish would be picked up. Be JUST 1 and register for Clean Up Australia Day 2010. Cost: Free
LOCATION: Anywhere CONTACT NAME: Clean Up Australia PHONE: 1800 282 329 EMAIL: cleanup@cleanup.com.au WEB: www.cleanup.org.au
Start Time: 10am & 3pm Love to knit? Come along every Thursday, knit for different charities or for friends and family, and meet some new people. Morning and afternoon tea provided.
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Our Place Community Assistance Centre, 30 High St Eaglehawk CONTACT NAME: Bree Gaffney PHONE: 54 463 527 EMAIL: ourplace@impulse.net.au WEB: www.ourplaceministries.com
Bendigo and District Music Academy
Thursday, 11 March 2010
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
An art exhibition by Carl Rolfe & John Monteath visually investigating cases of tarradiddle.
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Capital Theatre, 50 View Street CONTACT NAME: Carl Rolfe & John Monteath PHONE: 0407 521 557 EMAIL: crvart@gmail.com
PepperGreen Farm Community Festival
Saturday, 13 March 2010
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Bendigo EcoLiving are pleased to invite you to join the 3rd PepperGreen Farm Community Festival. This year the festival is all about sustainability in the home, the garden, lifestyle and transport for families. his event is being presented in partnership with the Bendigo Sustainability group and supported by The Sustainability Fund and the City of Greater Bendigo.
Come along to enjoy local sustainable stalls, workshops and presentations for adults & children. Entry by a gold coin donation. Program available online early March at www.bendigoecoliving.co.au & in the The Advertiser Saturday 13 March. What's on: - Guest appearance by Vasili from Vasili's Garden TV show - Eco cubbies & Water Watch - Gardening, cooking, retrofitting & water workshops - Stalls of local green goods & services - specialist knowledge & advice -Bands - Children's workshops & performances - Lots of green giveaways & yummy food - Ride your bike & join in the bike decorating competition - Farmer Daryl's mobile farmyard.
Competitions for Roses, cut flowers, cacti/succulent, pot plants, dahlias and many more. Displays to view. Afternoon tea etc. Cost: Adults $3 Exhibitors/ Children Free
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Exhibition Centre, Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes Rd, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Mrs Marjorie Shay, Bendigo Garden Club Inc. PHONE: 03 5449 7157 EMAIL: marjshay@gmail.com
Bendigo Olive & Food Fiesta
Sunday, 14 March 2010
10:00 AM
Presented by Rotary Club of Bendigo South Inc.
The Fiesta will celebrate the role of the Bendigo Goldfields as the central focus of Victoria's emerging Olive Industry. Our warm, dry summers and cool winters mimic the famous Mediterranean climate and provide the basis for ideal growing conditions.
The Fiesta has a number of objectives including raising funds for the Rotary Club of Bendigo South Inc.
LOCATION: Bendigo Pottery, Midland Hwy, Epsom CONTACT NAME: Terry Dalwood or Greg Noonan PHONE: 03 5442 6212 or 0419 546 739 EMAIL: gpnoonan@tpg.com.au WEB: http://www.bendigoolivefiesta.com.au
Bendigo Family & Local History Expo
Sunday, 14 March 2010
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Over 60 Specialist Consultants. Resources to Trace pioneer Families. Australian & Bendigo & Overseas Indexes, Genealogy Databases Cost/Tickets: $8.00
Venue Accessibility LOCATION: Kangaroo Flat Leisure Centre, Browning St. Kangaroo Flat CONTACT NAME: Australian Institute of Genealogical Studies Bendigo Area PHONE: 5443 0706 EMAIL: bendigogen@hotmail.com WEB: www.bendigofamilyhistory.com
At the request of the Anglican Priest in Boort the Bendigo Youth Choir will present a Benefit Concert in the Anglican Church. The concert will cover a range of music genres and will appeal to all ages.
Start: (11:45am on Tuesday) End Time: (12:45 on Tuesday) City of Greater Bendigo presents a week of lunchtime activities to celebrate Cultural Diversity Week
Monday 15 March: African drumming workshop; Tuesday 16 March: Lotus lantern making workshop; Wednesday 17 March: Gamelan and Indonesian dance workshop Thursday 18 March: Story circles with Bendigo's new residents; Friday 19 March: Indigenous workshops. Cost/Tickets: free
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Library gardens CONTACT NAME: Jenny, City of Greater Bendigo PHONE: 5434 6464 EMAIL: j.mcquilkin@bendigo.vic.gov.au
Eaglehawk Dahlia and Arts Festival
Wednesday, 17 March 2010
to Sunday, 28 March 2010
Our Festival will be a Cornish type using the theme "Welcome Back Cousin Jack" opening Wednesday March 17 - 2010. Many Cornish activities are planned including local tours of Cornish Ancestory interest, Bardic Ceremony, Dressing of the Graves, Cornish Church Service, search out your Cornish Ancestor History and Displays, local shops window with history displays, Street Parade, Gala Fair, Locally made film, Flower Show, Art Show, Miniature Exhibition, Free Sunday Family Day and Cultural activities, Cycling Criterion, 1/2 Marathon, Deb Ball, Festival Idol, Trivia night, Astronomy viewing, Pet Parade, Local Garden Tour.
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Eaglehawk CONTACT NAME: David Richards or Laurie Preston, Eaglehawk Dahlia and Arts Festival PHONE: 03 5446 9098 EMAIL: drichards@iinet.net.au WEB: dahlia.bendigo.net.au
Knitters United
Thursday, 18 March 2010
10:00 AM
Start Time: 10am & 3pm Love to knit? Come along every Thursday, knit for different charities or for friends and family, and meet some new people. Morning and afternoon tea provided.
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Our Place Community Assistance Centre, 30 High St Eaglehawk CONTACT NAME: Bree Gaffney PHONE: 54 463 527 EMAIL: ourplace@impulse.net.au WEB: www.ourplaceministries.com
Bendigo and District Music Academy
Thursday, 18 March 2010
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
Fleche Opperman All Day Trial (Cycling)
Friday, 19 March 2010
to Saturday, 20 March 2010
For further information see event website below
LOCATION: Bendigo WEB: www.audax.org.au
Eaglehawk Art Award & Exhibition
Friday, 19 March 2010
to Sunday, 28 March 2010
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
This prestigious $5,000 non acquisitive award will be awarded to a work based on the theme the Mapping of Eaglehawk judged by Gordon Morrison ( Ballarat Art Gallery) & Caroline Williams ( artist & founder Georges Mora Foundation). Dates for viewing and purchasing art are 20, 21,22 and 25, 26,27,28 March (closed Tues 23 & Wed 24 March ) Opening night & award presentation Friday 19 March. Tickets: gold coin
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Mechanics Institute California Gully, School Road, California Gully CONTACT NAME: Lynda Newton, Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival PHONE: 5446 7395 EMAIL: eaglehawkartsaward@gmail.com WEB: eaglehawkartsaward@gmail.com
Cabaret @ Star on View
Friday, 19 March 2010
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Set in Berlin between the wars and starring Liza Minnelli, this luscious musical can be enjoyed again and again. Dress is you best 30's garb and join us for a VERY special screening. Finger Food will be served in the lantern lit courtyard at intermission, Drinks available at Bar Prices.... Divine Decadence Darling!!! Bookings Essential - 5446 2025 Tickets: $20/$18 (Inc Food & Film)
Venue Accessibilty
LOCATION: La Trobe Visual Arts Centre, 121 View St. Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Sonja Gibbons, Star Community Cinema PHONE: 5446 2025 EMAIL: info@starcinema.org.au WEB: www.starcinema.org.au
Trivia Night
Friday, 19 March 2010
7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Raising funds to build "HM House of Hope" for HIV affected orphans in Kolhapur India. Goods & Services up for auction, donations welcome. BYO nibbles & drinks. Non alcoholic event. Come for a fun night of trivia all for a good cause! Cost: $10
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: HMC (History Makers Church), 29 Valentine Street, Bendigo 3550 CONTACT NAME: Mez O, History Makers Church PHONE: 5445 2600 WEB: www.historymakers.org.au
Bendigo Native Plant Group
Friday, 19 March 2010
8:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Show of Native Plants from Members Gardens, plus speaker/ or power point show.
LOCATION: Seniors Citizens Rooms, Old High Street, Golden Square CONTACT NAME: Eric Wilkinson, Bendigo Native Plant Group PHONE: 5446-8736 EMAIL: margkane50@hotmail.com
Country Victorian U16 Junior State Basketball Championships
Saturday, 20 March 2010
to Sunday, 21 March 2010
See website for further event information
LOCATION: Bendigo Stadium, Marong Road WEB: www.bvcc.net.au
International Night
Saturday, 20 March 2010
6:30 PM - 12:00 AM
Organisation: Contact Person:
Phone: 5443 0129 Email: julievecht@hotmail.com Web Site: Event Details: Enjoy a feast of multicultural food, music & dancers from a variety of local & cultural performers, including: Gamelan Indonesian Ensemble, Korean Dance Troupe and Anne Conway. Tickets: $35 RSVP by 05 March 2010
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Strathfieldsaye Sports Club, , Club Court, Strathfieldsaye CONTACT NAME: Julie Vecht , Rotary Club of Bendigo Strathdale in association with Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services
Southern Cross Soloists and Bendigo Youth Choir
Saturday, 20 March 2010
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM
The first concert in the Soul Food Series at the Capital Theatre featuring the renowned Southern Cross Soloists and the Bendigo Youth Choir. Two Australian works will be performed - 'Miss Simplex' by Dr. Calvin Bowman, orchestrated by Paul Dean, and 'The Warll' composed by Edwin Spark, Eleanor Farrington, Michelle Blume and supported by the 2008 Bendigo Youth Choir. Edwin will be conducting this work.
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: 94 Short St Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Cordelia Aiello Green, Happy Energy Open Garden Art/Caft Expo PHONE: 5444 5886 EMAIL: beecreative2@bigpond.com
The Bridge Regional Picnic
Sunday, 21 March 2010
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Discover local history while enjoying delicious regional produce, live music and children's entertainment. Collect your pre-booked picnic hamper featuring the best of the region. Taste Heathcote wines and mingle with producers rebuilding after the devastating Black Saturday bushfires. Cost: Free entry - Hampers $20 Adults & $10 children
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Redesdale Reserve, Redesdale, Kyneton - Heathcote Road, Redesdale CONTACT NAME: Sandra Aitken, The Taste of Gold Association Inc. PHONE: 5423 4225 EMAIL: sandra@barfoldestate.com.au WEB: www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au
Lockwood and District Community BBQ Picnic
Sunday, 21 March 2010
5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
This event is an open invitation to the local Lockwood community for families, individuals and groups to come together for an evening picnic. Hot food and cold soft drinks will be provided and each family is asked to contribute a salad or dessert. BYO chairs or picnic rug. Activities will be available for the family to enjoy. Cost: Free
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Happy Jack's CONTACT NAME: Lynette Hills, Lockwood and District Recreation Reserves Committee PHONE: 03 5435 4135 EMAIL: lynette3351@hotmail.com
Play School Concert
Monday, 22 March 2010
Songs, stories and games. It's Play School Live in Concert. Featuring two presenters plus the toys from the ever popular television series. Hosted by South Bendigo Kindergarten. All Tickets are $14.50, adults at children's prices. Under 12mths free. Processing fees of $5.50 apply for phone & online bookings. Cash ticket sales at Milt & Joe 374 Hargreaves Street Bendigo.
3 performances: 10am - SOLD OUT - 12noon 2pm Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Strathdale Community Centre, Crook Street Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Hosted by South Bendigo Kindergarten PHONE: 1300 788 028 WEB: www.kidspromotions.com.au
Free Business Insights 2010 Working Lunch- Telstra Country Wide Event
Tuesday, 23 March 2010
12:00 NOON - 2:00 PM
Bendigo small business owners can learn about the financial implications of new Federal Fair Work laws.
Workplace experts Workforce Guardian will discuss how small business owners can manage their Fair Work obligations and everyday staff issues at an affordable price.
"Small business owners risk financial penalties if they don't comply with modern awards and the National Employment Standards, part of the Fair Work Act from 1 January 2010," according to event speaker David Bates, Manager - Employment Relations at Workforce Guardian.
To register your interest: www.working-lunch.com.au Cost: FREE
Come along to our inaugural 'Dining with the Stars' series to dine and learn from Margot Spalding. Margot is the co-founder, owner and director of Jimmy Possum, one of Bendigo's most successful businesses for the past 15 years. Margot will be speaking about Bendigo as the Regional Capital of Australia: a great place to live and work.
So, if you want a great night out with an opportunity to network with an interesting bunch of people.
Tickets are $50.00 per person, including a 2 course meal and pre-dinner drinks. Bookings are essential.
An award-winning two-day training program for people on how to respond to individuals with mental health issues. This course, developed by the Australian National University, is aimed at community workers and volunteers and others working in the frontline of community agencies.
This workshop, will teach you: 1. The signs and symptoms of the most common mental health problems so that you can begin to recognise them and make appropriate referrals to mental health or other services as needed 2. To dispel the myths around mental illness so you can respond appropriately and compassionately to clients with confidence and without fear 3. How to respond to crisis situations such as aggression and disclosure of acute suicidality.
Our presenter, Raichel Green, has extensive clinical mental health experience and knowledge, and has tailored this course to meet the needs of frontline workers.
Comments from other participants Raichel is a fantastic teacher and very knowledgeable A lot of my clients have mental health issues which affect their tenancies. I now have a better understanding of their complex needs Excellently facilitated discussion Course was excellent - interspersing video and real-life examples was excellent. Raichel's skills were brilliant - lovely communication style, best presenter I've seen in many years Course content all directly related to our clients. All disorders discussed can help me better serve our tenancy clients Presentation skills of presenter were excellent. Pacing of provision of info was good - not too slow, not overloaded. Cost: $350 non-members $295 AHI members.
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: GPO, 60-64 Pall Mall, Bendigo Victoria 3550 CONTACT NAME: Kelly Badewitz, Australasian Housing Institute PHONE: 02) 6494 7566 EMAIL: admin@housinginstitute.org WEB: www.housinginstitute.org
Knitters United
Thursday, 25 March 2010
10:00 AM
Start Time: 10am & 3pm Love to knit? Come along every Thursday, knit for different charities or for friends and family, and meet some new people. Morning and afternoon tea provided.
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Our Place Community Assistance Centre, 30 High St Eaglehawk CONTACT NAME: Bree Gaffney PHONE: 54 463 527 EMAIL: ourplace@impulse.net.au WEB: www.ourplaceministries.com
Bendigo and District Music Academy
Thursday, 25 March 2010
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
Country Victorian Future Stars U12 Junior Basketball Championships
Saturday, 27 March 2010
to Monday, 29 March 2010
See website below for further information
LOCATION: Bendigo Stadium WEB: www.bvcc.net.au
Country Victorian Future Stars U12 Junior Basketball Championships
Saturday, 27 March 2010
to Sunday, 28 March 2010
For further information, please see the events website below
LOCATION: Bendigo Stadium WEB: www.bvcc.net.au
Dr Who, What, When and How Science Show
Saturday, 27 March 2010
to Sunday, 11 April 2010
Dr Who is the ultimate discoverer - the charismatic, eccentric alien travels through time and space having fantastic adventures... all with the help of science. Often pushing the limitations of our current knowledge of how the world works, Dr Who showcases some of the marvellous discoveries that "human" science has made. These holidays we will take a closer look at some of the science highlighted in this popular science fiction show. BYO sonic screwdriver. Show Times: 12noon and 2:00pm Cost: Included with Discovery General Admission
Little green men and their flying machines Bendigo Planetarium Show
Saturday, 27 March 2010
to Sunday, 11 April 2010
While Dr Who is able to zoom around the universe in the TARDIS, humans have just managed to get themselves to the Moon, which is not that far at all! But thousands of people have reported seeing strange objects in the sky, many believing that these are visiting spacecraft from other planets. Come in and judge for yourself if it would be possible for life to exist elsewhere and what it would take to be able to travel through Space. Show times: 11:30am and 1:30pm Cost: Included with Discovery general admission
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Bendigo Field & Game Complex Collins Road Bagshot, Collins Road Bagshot CONTACT NAME: Andrew Campbell, Bendigo Field & Game PHONE: 0409 800 025 EMAIL: andrewcampbell8@bigpond.com
RARE Short-Film Festival
Saturday, 27 March 2010
1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
RARE Short-film Festival will screen 9 short Films selected for their depiction of life in Central Victoria. Wine tasting/Regional produce at interval. Tickets: Gold Coin Donation
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Eaglehawk Town Hall, Corner of Sailors Gully Road & Peg Leg Road CONTACT NAME: Sonja Gibbons, Star Community Cinema PHONE: ( 03) 5446 2025 EMAIL: info@starcinema.org.au WEB: www.starcinema.org.au
McDonalds Junior Tennis Classic
Sunday, 28 March 2010
to Wednesday, 31 March 2010
For further information, see the website below
LOCATION: Bendigo Tennis, Nolan Street CONTACT NAME: Leon Retallick PHONE: 5442 5744 EMAIL: bgotennis@impulse.net.au WEB: www.bendigotennis.com.au
Relay for Life VARIETY CONCERT
Sunday, 28 March 2010
2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Variety CONCERT for Relay for Life featuring Anne Conway, David & Jessica Chalmers, Meryl Wilkinson, Penelope Somerville & Rusty Divas. All proceeds to Bendigo South Uniting Church Relay Team. Refreshments available. Tickets: Adults $8, Con. $6, Family $20, Chn U13 free
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Golden Square Uniting Church, Cnr. Laurel & Panton Sts, Golden Square CONTACT NAME: Bgo Sth Uniting Church Relay for Life Team PHONE: Christine, 5442 3934
Bendigo Symphony Palm Sunday
Sunday, 28 March 2010
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
The BSO open their 2010 season, conducted by Rohan Phillips
Franz Schubert, Symphony "Unfinished" B minor D 759 Wolgang Amadeus Mozart, Oboe Concerto in C major KV 314, with Jason Xanthodakis, soprano saxophone Smetena, The Moldau (Vltava) from the Symphonic Poem "My Fatherland"
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
Bendigo Woodworking and Machinery Show
Friday, 2 April 2010
to Monday, 5 April 2010
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Presented by Bendigo Men In Sheds
Come and see: Woodwork machinery, Woodcraft, model aeroplanes, woodturning, tables,wine racks, hallstands, toys and clocks.
**Monday 5 April - show finishes at 2pm**
Cost: Adults $2, Children free, $2 includes concession
Major Sponsors: Hume and Iser Home Hardware The Edge Sharpening Service The Woodworking Warehouse All Tools Bendigo The Bendigo Salvation Army City of Greater Bendigo
LOCATION: 34-40 View Street Bendigo, 200 metres up from the Fountain
Vision Australia Giant Easter Egg Hunt
Friday, 2 April 2010
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Prepaid tickets on sale 23 March - 1 April at Vision Australia 92-100 McIvor Rd, Bendigo or purchase from 8am at the venue on the day For further details phone 5445 5701 (business hours only)
Hunt Times Age Group Times 3 years & under 9am, 9.20am, 11am, 11.20am, 1pm, 2.20pm 4 & 5 years 9.40am, 10am, 11.40am, 12 noon, 1.20pm, 2.40pm 6 - 8 years 10.20am, 12.20pm, 1.40pm, 3pm 9 - 12 years 10.40am, 12.40pm, 2pm
Proudly supported by Spotlight all proceeds go to Vision Australia's Bendigo Centre to assist people who are blind or have low vision in the community. Cost: $8 per entry
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Lake Weeroona, Napier St, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Vision Australia PHONE: 5445 5701, Vision Australia WEB: www.visionaustralia.org
140th Bendigo Easter Festival
Friday, 2 April 2010
to Monday, 5 April 2010
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
You’re invited to the 140th Bendigo Easter Festival to join in four fantastic days of celebration. The Easter weekend will be filled with activities to honour the festival’s Past, Present and Future including: • Gala Parade featuring Sun Loong, the longest imperial dragon in the world’s 40th birthday • Chinese Spring Festival featuring the Awakening of the Dragon and Chinese entertainment • Torchlight Procession • Easter egg hunt • And much more…
The Bendigo Easter Festival's 140th birthday celebrations will get started on Good Friday with an enormous Easter Egg Hunt which brings a smile to every child’s face.
While you’re there check out the local entertainment on stage, browse the local market, visit the farm animals and take in the picturesque scenery at Lake Weeroona.
LOCATION: Lake Weeroona, Napier St Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Bendigo Tourism PHONE: 1800 813 153 EMAIL: tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au WEB: www.bendigotourism.com
Original Paintings & Photographs
Friday, 2 April 2010
to Monday, 5 April 2010
10:30 AM - 5:00 PM
An exhibition of original paintings and photographs including new and retrospective works at the Artists home studio/gallery and garden. Launch of new prints/cards & postcards of Gail's artworks. Cost: FREE ADMISSION
LOCATION: Gail Tavener Studio, 76 Emmett Street, Golden Square, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Gail Tavener PHONE: 5442 4006 EMAIL: gtavener@tpg.com.au WEB: www.gailtavener.com
Radio, Electronic and Astronomy Expo.
Saturday, 3 April 2010
to Monday, 5 April 2010
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Discover the many different aspects of Amateur Radio and Astronomy. Amateur radio: there are many displays showing some of the activities i.e. an operating radio station, amateur TV, vintage to modern transcievers, try your hand at morse code, etc. Astronomy: see wonderful deep sky images, Solar Viewing-see the sun as never before, discover radio astronomy and talk with the experts. Vintage Radio: also on display are vintage broadcast radio sets from the early to mid 1900s. Cost: $2.00 Entry. U15s free
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Old Fire Station Building, 52 View Street Bendigo. CONTACT NAME: Midland Amateur Radio Club Inc., Ray Tampion PHONE: : 03 5439 3506 EMAIL: vk3cmz@marc.org.au WEB: www.marc.org.au
The Big Party at Kidzone
Saturday, 3 April 2010
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Rosalind Park will be a mass of celebration at the Bendigo Easter Festival’s official 140th birthday party. There will be loads of party games, fun activities and great entertainment so make sure you come along and wish the Bendigo Easter Festival a very Happy Birthday!
LOCATION: Rosalind Park, Pall Mall Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Bendigo Tourism PHONE: 1800 813 153 EMAIL: tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au WEB: www.bendigotourism.com
Death by Chocolate Event - Movie Chocolat
Saturday, 3 April 2010
7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
If chocolate desserts, strawberries, champagne, wine and Johnny Depp sounds like your perfect Saturday night, join us for a truly decadent affair this Easter!! Indulge in an array of chocolate delights before collapsing on our Crimson couch to watch the delicious Johnny Depp in the delightful romantic fantasy - 'Chocolat' Book to avoid disappointment. Cost: $20/$18 (Inc Choctail, Dessert & Film)
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Eaglehawk Town Hall, Corner of Sailors Gully Road & Peg Leg Road CONTACT NAME: Sonja Gibbons, Star Community Cinema PHONE: 5446 2025 EMAIL: info@starcinema.org.au WEB: www.starcinema.org.au
Come and meet a real Dalek at Discovery!
Sunday, 4 April 2010
to Monday, 5 April 2010
Feeling brave? Make your way to Discovery and come face to face with a real Dr Who Dalek!
Don't forget to bring your camera and get your photo taken with one if you dare to get close enough, and go into the draw to win great prizes by telling us what your name would be if you were a Dalek!
The Daleks will be at Discovery throughout the day on Easter Sunday and after the Easter Parade on Easter Monday. Cost: Included with Discovery general admission
We Built This City is back by popular demand! The young and young at heart will love being able to construct their very own cardboard city in the centre of Bendigo.
Using nothing but thousands of big cardboard boxes and bucket loads of enthusiasm, the giant cardboard city will be built, explored and destroyed.
LOCATION: Rosalind Park end of Williamson St, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Bendigo Tourism PHONE: 1800 813 153 EMAIL: tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au WEB: www.bendigotourism.com
Downtown Bendigo Torchlight Procession and Fireworks
Sunday, 4 April 2010
8:00 PM
The Downtown Bendigo Torchlight Procession is a traditional favourite at the Bendigo Easter Festival where you can pay tribute to our Emergency Services Heroes while watching the display of illuminated floats.
Immediately after the procession a magnificent display of fireworks will erupt over Rosalind Park.
LOCATION: Mitchell St and Pall Mall, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Bendigo Tourism PHONE: 1800 813 153 EMAIL: tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au WEB: www.bendigotourism.com
The Bendigo Advertiser Gala Parade
Monday, 5 April 2010
12:00 NOON
The Bendigo Easter Festival’s 140th birthday celebrations will finish with a gorgeous display of colour as Sun Loong, the worlds longest imperial dragon, makes his 40th appearance in the Gala Parade.
You will take a short journey through the past, present and future of the parade with a wonderful display of floats celebrating where it has been and where it is heading.
LOCATION: Mitchell St and Pall Mall, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Bendigo Tourism PHONE: 1800 813 153 EMAIL: tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au WEB: www.bendigotourism.com
Blue Print for a better world
Tuesday, 6 April 2010
to Monday, 12 April 2010
The City of Greater Bendigo will be hosting a major touring exhibition in 2010. Blue Print for a better world, is presented by Caritas Australia in partnership with AusAid. The exhibition will travel to thirty-five locations over eighteen months and will include multimedia presentations and photographs from a range of development programs in Papua New Guinea, Cambodia, and Africa. Costs: Free
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Bendigo Town Hall, Lyttleton Terrace CONTACT NAME: Maree Tonkin , Caritas Australia in partnership with City of Greater Bendigo PHONE: 5434 6464
Bendigo Junior Hockey Carnival
Wednesday, 7 April 2010
to Thursday, 8 April 2010
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Inauguaral Bendigo Junior Hockey Carnival Teams participating U13, U15 & U17, Boys, Girls & Mixed Competition From country Victoria and Melbourne Teams.
LOCATION: Central Victoria Hockey Association, Ashley St, Ironbark, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Faye Lougoon, Central Victoria Hockey Association PHONE: 03 54467715 EMAIL: cvha.tournament@gmail.com WEB: www.cvha.org.au
Bendigo and District Music Academy
Thursday, 8 April 2010
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
Country Victorian Gold Star Classic U14 Junior Basketball Championships
Friday, 9 April 2010
to Sunday, 11 April 2010
For further information please see the event website below
LOCATION: Bendigo Stadium WEB: www.bvcc.net.au
Chinese Goldfields History - "James McCulloch Henley - Chinese Advocate"
Friday, 9 April 2010
11:00 AM - 12:00 NOON
Author and Local Historian Carol Holsworth will share her research in a fascinating talk about James McCulloch Henly and Chinese on the goldfields. 'Light refreshments' Cost: Free
A weekend of queer cinema and visual arts Opened by the Mayor of Bendigo and our 2010 partron, Sarah Ward (ka Yana Alana). Includes films, 'Queer Country' Art Exhibition, FABulous Opening Night Party and Patron's Breakfast. Spend another gay sunshine day in Bendigay! Tickets: $15 full $12 con
A rollicking afternon of fair dinkum Aussie entertainment. Bush poetry, song/music,sing-a- longs for audience and yarn spinning. New readers, performers of those genres and audience welcome. Cost/Tickets: Free
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Newmarket Hotel, Cnr Nolan St & Charleston Rd Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Colin Carrington, Central Goldfields Bush Poets (Verse & Song ) Inc PHONE: 03 5433 2427 EMAIL: debbieharris@aapt.net.au WEB: www.cgbp.info
Bush Poetry & Australian Song/Music
Sunday, 11 April 2010
2:00 PM - 9:00 PM
A rollicking afternon of fair dinkum Aussie entertainment. Bush poetry, song/music - sing a longs for audience and yarn spinning. New readers, performers of those genres and audience welcome. Cost: Free
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Newmarket Hotel, Cnr Nolan St & Charleston Rd Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Colin Carrington, Central Goldfields Bush Poets (Verse & Song ) Inc. PHONE: 03 5433 2427 EMAIL: debbieharris@aapt.net.au WEB: www.cgbp.info
Edmund Beilharz Memorial Concert
Sunday, 11 April 2010
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
A concert in memory of Edmund Beilharz, with guest artists to whose musical development Edmund contributed during his many years of service to music in Central Victoria. Tickets: TBA
As part of Youth Week 2010 the RAW Art Exhibitions showcases the work of young local artists (26 and under). Applications for the Visual Arts Acquisitive Award, Literary Scholarship, Digital media Scholarship and Performing Arts Scholarship close Friday 26 March 2010. Winners will be announced on Tuesday night at 6pm, the exhibition runs Wed-Sun 10am-4pm. Cost: Free
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
Relay for Life
Friday, 16 April 2010
to Saturday, 17 April 2010
For further information, see contact details and website below
LOCATION: La Trobe University Bendigo Athletics Centre CONTACT NAME: Matthew Lewis PHONE: 0437 846 125 EMAIL: matthewlewis@cancervic.org.au WEB: http://relayforlife.org.au/
Northern District School of Nursing Reunion
Saturday, 17 April 2010
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Five Yearly reunion open to all those who commenced or completed their training at the Northern District School of Nursing in Bendigo between 1950 and 1988 Cost: To be advised
Venue Accessibilty LOCATION: Quality Resort All Seasons Bendigo, McIvor Road, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: Northern District School of Nursing Graduates Association PHONE: Jenny Clutterbuck (03) 54427857, Jan Vine (03) 54428135 EMAIL: kayjay@netcon.net.au (or) jvine@westnet.com.au
I do I do Wedding Expo
Sunday, 18 April 2010
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Central Victorians Largest most informative Wedding Expo with over 75 sites all under the one roof. Prizes to be won throughout the day. Fashion Parade showcasing Bendigo's finest Wedding Gowns and dresses. Cost: $12
Featuring the original members of popular local dance band, "Insight", including Olive Bice, Geoff and Colin James, Carol Vistarini and Ken Bice, playing covers of the 60's, 70's and 80's. Cost: $14.00
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
VL TURBO NATIONALS
Saturday, 24 April 2010
to Sunday, 25 April 2010
10:00 AM - 11:00 PM
A National drag car event for VL Commodores of all types, categories to suit all cars, promoting safe racing. Cost: $20 Spectators P/Day $165 Vehicle Entry.
No matter what your age level, if you've begun a passion for an instrument in the family of woodwind, brass, stings (guitar/bass)or percussion and wish to further develop you reading skills and technique then this is for you. Starting on March 4th (Thursday) at 5:30pm the Bendigo and District Concert Band will be running rehearsals on a weekly basis to develop musicians of all ages in a safe, and social friendly environment. Pleas come along with your instrument and walk a musical path at the Bendigo and District Music Academy.
Venue Accesibility:
LOCATION: Tom Floods Sports Centre Band Rooms, Water Street, Bendigo CONTACT NAME: David Turpie PHONE: 0447 581 190 EMAIL: davidturpie@ymail.com WEB: www.concertband.com.au
Bendigo Apex 40 2010 National Rort
Friday, 30 April 2010
to Sunday, 2 May 2010
For further information, see contact below
CONTACT NAME: Bob Caldwell PHONE: 0409 566 179 EMAIL: bobcaldwell45@hotmail.com
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