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Children and families

Our services cater to the health and development of our resident children from birth to school age and beyond. 

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Early learning centres and kindergartens

Learn about, apply for a place or pay your invoice for our 2 fully accredited early learning (childcare) centres.

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Early Years programs

Discover how the City of Greater Bendigo supports children aged 0–12 through inclusive programs, events, and initiatives that empower young voices, promote healthy living, and foster community connection.

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Early Years strategic plans, projects and frameworks

Information about early years strategic plans, projects and frameworks in Greater Bendigo.

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Family violence support

Links and resources for family violence support. Family violence can affect people of all genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, and social, cultural, and religious backgrounds.

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Immunisation

We provide free immunisation for infants, children and adults each month. Find out about vaccinations by age group and our sessions schedule.

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Kindergarten Outreach Program

Kindergarten Outreach Program is a free service that supports families from a Culturally and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background who live, play, work, or study in Bendigo.

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Maternal and child health service

Access free and inclusive advice about your baby and childs development up to school age.

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Young people

Supporting the inclusion and participation of young people aged 12-24 in Greater Bendigo, through programs, events and activities that provide opportunities for leadership, creativity and skills development.

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Child Friendly City

In 2007, Bendigo was the first city in Australia to be recognised as a Child Friendly City by the United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund (UNICEF). The City is no longer a part of this program.

However, the City is currently a signatory to the Victorian Local Governance Association (VLGA) Child Friendly Cities and Communities Charter.

The Victorian Child Friendly Cities and Communities movement works to bring individuals, organisations and communities together to collectively uphold and individually practice the principles of the charter.

As a collective, we will work alongside children to empower them to act as active and engaged citizens and share their unique perspective with their communities.

To learn more about Victorian Child Friendly Cities and Communities, visit:

VLGA: Child Friendly Cities and Communities