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Cultural diversity

Information and resources on building an inclusive community where all residents have a sense of belonging, regardless of ethnicity, cultural background or religion.

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Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Plan

Cultural Diversity and Inclusion Plan 2021-2025

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Multicultural calendar 2025

Festivals, ceremonies and important events observed by the diverse community groups who call Greater Bendigo home.

Welcome resource

Supporting our new community members to feel welcome in Greater Bendigo.

This booklet has been prepared following consultation with Karen, Hazara and South Sudanese representatives, and with the support of staff from the City of Greater Bendigo, Loddon Campaspe Multicultural Services and Bendigo Community Health Services.

Welcome Resource 2025

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The Australian Citizenship Workbook

The Australian Citizenship Workbook has been created as a resource to prepare for the Australian Citizenship Test.

We acknowledge the ‘Our Common Bond: The Australian Citizenship Course-based Test Learner Activity Book, 2017’ created by the Department of Home Affairs on which this workbook was based. This workbook has been funded by the Victorian State Government.

Interpreting service awareness

The Australian Government’s TIS National Interpreting Service is provided free of charge to medical practitioners, pharmacies, real estate agents, parliamentarians, local government, trade unions and some non-government organisations (for casework and emergency services), and they are all encouraged to sign up.

For other businesses there is a small fee for this service.

A guide to free interpreter services
TIS National Interpreting Service

Harmony Fair 2023

Harmony Fair 2023 was a hit with a line-up of upbeat, colourful and vibrant performances from around the globe creating happy and uplifting vibes throughout the day. This short video captures highlights from the day.

Harmony Fair 2023

We are Karen video

This video highlights the history and background of the Karen community and the wonderful contribution the 2,500-strong Karen community members make to the liveability of Greater Bendigo.

We are Karen

Parking sign videos

Karen
Greater Bendigo Parking Signs - Karen subtitles
Dari
Greater Bendigo Parking Signs - Dari subtitles
English (with subtitles)
Greater Bendigo Parking Signs - English subtitles
Mandarin
Greater Bendigo Parking Signs - Mandarin
Punjabi
Greater Bendigo Parking Signs - Punjabi