The City of Greater Bendigo Citizens’ Jury has handed down its report after three months of deliberation.

The Jury made 44 recommendations across a range of policy areas such as arts, business, community, health, environment and efficiency.

Some of the Jury’s recommendations include:

• Continue present funding for the Bendigo Art Gallery and theatres
• Better market the arts success story to the community
• Encourage community gardens
• Pursue and implement ‘10 Minute Neighbourhoods’ concept
• Encourage energy efficient and sustainable house designs
• Continue the internal review process of all City departments
• Investigate selling, leasing or hiring council facilities and properties