Bendigo employment sector confronts headwinds from unemployment rate above state level
The region recorded 930 job advertisements in February 2026 alongside a 6.9 per cent unemployment rate that exceeded Victoria's figure.
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Global Trends Shape Bendigo’s Expanding Business Scene
New openings in Bendigo reflect broader economic and cultural shifts influencing local entrepreneurs and consumers.
Workforce Development Trends Reshape Bendigo’s Job and Talent Market
Emerging approaches to workforce training and development in Bendigo are influencing local employment opportunities and business growth prospects.
Bendigo's Housing Boom: New Data Reveals Growth Across Suburbs
A detailed look at the numbers driving new homes and social housing projects across Bendigo’s suburbs and growth areas.
Commercial development alters Bendigo's job and talent landscape
The surge in local commercial projects is influencing employment patterns and workforce demand in Bendigo's business sectors.
Bendigo’s Commercial Property Market: Trends and Insights for Businesses
With major projects underway, Bendigo’s commercial landscape is shifting, here’s what local businesses need to know now.
City of Greater Bendigo Reviews Long-term Community Planning and Civic Policies
Local government officials are seeking resident feedback on building policies, heritage protections, and future event strategies.
Bendigo's Village and Star Cinemas Deliver Local Film Experiences
Two established venues deliver film screenings and local touches for audiences in Greater Bendigo.
Rise of the outdoor boot camp: what Bendigo's growing group fitness scene actually involves
Early mornings in Rosalind Park, circuits along the Bendigo Creek trail, and a culture of shared sweat, community boot camps are pulling people off the couch and into the cold.
Your brain on mindfulness: the science is more compelling than you think
Decades of neuroscience research show that regular meditation physically reshapes brain tissue, and Bendigo residents have more ways than ever to get started.
Your Guide to Group Exercise Classes at Bendigo's Council-Run Facilities
From aqua aerobics to yoga, City of Greater Bendigo's leisure centres offer structured group fitness options that cost less than most people think.
Bendigo Ford Fun Run Returns to Rosalind Park February 28
Local runners and walkers have an upcoming chance to take part in the Bendigo Ford Fun Run listed on the regional calendar.
Bendigo Upgrades Pedestrian Safety, Adds Buses and Train Services
Pedestrian safety work, bus additions and train adjustments form part of ongoing efforts to manage movement through the city and its connections.
Bendigo Residents Discover 5 Essential Health Services Available Locally
Established providers deliver acute care, urgent treatment and mental health support across multiple sites.
Bendigo's Mental Health Services: Complete Guide to Access, Costs, Hours
Local services provide entry points for crisis support, youth care and counselling with clear contact details and operating information.
Bendigo Residents Cut Meat, Boost Local Food Through Community Gardens
Bendigo residents access community food gardens, farmers markets and council resources to reduce meat intake and support seasonal local produce.
Bendigo Gets NBN Upgrades, Faster Speeds, and New Mobile Towers
Bendigo premises gain from fixed-line access, faster speeds and tower upgrades across Greater Bendigo.
Planning Approvals Drive Bendigo's Housing and Infrastructure Growth
Approved projects tied to planning processes are advancing new homes, pathways and commercial space in central and outer areas.