Bendigo Events Planning Guide by City of Greater Bendigo

Bendigo EVENTS & PLANNING GUIDE 2013 –15

PRODUCTS & SERVICES TO ASSIST YOUR SUCCESSFUL EVENT IN BENDIGO

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Beautiful Bendigo Welcome to Bendigo Event Support Centrally Located A City of Gold Creative Encounter Foodies Love Fossicking Experience Dining A Passion for Shopping Glorious Wine Get Out & About Suggested Itineraries Room Set-up Venues Local Services Leisure Activities Day Trips from Bendigo

BE A U T IFU L

Bendigo For your next conference, meeting or event.

BENDIGO FACTS The most gold in the world found between 1850 – 1900. One of Australia’s most successful retail stories started here when Sidney Myer set up the original Myer store. The only regional centre in Australia which has its own bank… Bendigo Bank. The country’s best and oldest restored vintage tram ﬂeet. Known for an action-packed calendar of events and exhibitions every year.

A GREAT LOCATION IN THE CENTRE OF VICTORIA CLIMATE

TOURING ROUTE

Warm dry summers, cool winters, sunny springs and autumns.

Bendigo is part of the Sydney/Melbourne heritage drive touring route. www.sydneymelbournetouring.com.au

POPULATION

HOW TO GET TO BENDIGO

Bendigo is one of Victoria’s largest and most progressive regional municipalities with a population of almost 105,000 people.

Ideally located in Central Victoria, Bendigo is only 90 minutes from Melbourne Airport along the Calder Freeway and 90–120 minutes via V/Line trains from Southern Cross station. As a progressive and invigorated destination it is well serviced by excellent road, rail, bus and airport bus.

INNOVATIVE SPIRIT One of the world’s most spectacular gold rushes happened here in the mid-1800s. Magniﬁcent buildings remain to shed light on these boom times, and today they are the perfect backdrop to a sophisticated way of life.

CONTEMPORARY LIFESTYLE Stroll the stunning streets of central Bendigo to unearth vibrant hubs where café culture, breath-taking architecture, the arts and boutique retail experiences meld together. CHINESE HERITAGE Home to Loong, the world’s oldest Imperial Chinese dragon and Sun Loong, the world’s longest. The annual Bendigo Easter Festival is Australia’s oldest continuous running festival.

EVENTS HUB Bendigo has a long history of hosting events that bring people from far and wide. With international and national events throughout the year, it has long been recognised as the place to be.

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W E L CO M E T O

Bendigo A contemporary regional city, Bendigo oďŹ&#x20AC;ers welcoming and friendly hospitality with the comforts of home.

What can we do for you? We really do want your event in Bendigo, so whatever type or size of event you have planned, our advice, local knowledge and support services will make your planning a breeze.

PERFECTLY PLACED Centrally located, Bendigo is fast gaining a reputation as an events capital in regional Victoria. An easy 100 minute drive from Melbourne’s CBD (90 mins drive from the Tullamarine Airport or just under two hours on the shuttle bus service), hourly V/Line rail services from Melbourne’s Southern Cross Stations and private charter air links.

VENUES OF DISTINCTION Bendigo is no stranger to hosting meetings and events in a diverse range of venues from boutique meeting rooms in galleries and hideaways, modern hotel facilities, glamorous theatres and jaw-dropping civic buildings as well as ﬂexible spaces for 1000 delegates. With the 5000 metre clear span space at the Exhibition Centre, seating for 3500 at the Bendigo Stadium and capacity for 15000 campers at the Elmore Events Centre, it’s easy to accommodate a variety of exhibitions and events. Big businesses have enjoyed the warmth and hospitality including ASX 100 listed companies, State and Federal Government Roadshows and large scale information sessions and gatherings, business really is booming in Bendigo!

VERY ACCOMMODATING Bendigo spoils visitors with a wide range of accommodation options throughout the city and surrounds including motels, hotels, caravan parks, serviced apartments, self contained, boutique and B&B’s oﬀering just over 4000 beds. For those wishing to escape to a rural setting there are farm stays, rural retreats, wineries and B&B’s to be explored. Let us do your accommodation bookings Let the experts at the Bendigo Visitor Centre handle all of your accommodation needs. This free service provides personal accommodation management for each delegate, saving you valuable time and giving you peace of mind that your guests are matched with accommodation to suit their needs.

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Support EVENT

Hereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a few ways the Business Events team can assist: WE CAN HELP YOU Assist with creating vibrant touring, social, incentive, team-building and partners programs.

BIG DECISIONS CAN BE HARD Assist with familiarisation itineraries to a variety of venues /accommodation/attractions before the big decision is made.

WE ARE GREAT PROMOTERS Provide promotional material, maps and welcome kits to delegates who utilise the Bendigo Visitor Centre accommodation booking service.

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES Assess your event for possible sponsorship opportunities.

LOCAL MEDIA SUPPORT Assist with local media support to enhance your event.

LOCAL TALENT IS GOOD TALENT Recommend local audio visual, catering, entertainment, speakers, gifts, transportation and other conference services.

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EXPLORE OUR REGION There are many ways to help you choose Bendigo attractions, parks, gardens, galleries, shopping, wineries and restaurants – all perfect accompaniments needed to ensure inspiring partner itineraries and creative incentive tours. Now all conveniently at your fingertips. BENDIGOTOURISM.COM & HEATHCOTE.ORG.AU

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Comprehensive updated news and events, accommodation bookings, advice on attractions and activities all at the click of a button.

SOCIAL MEDIA Bendigo’s social life is alive and well. Keep up-to-date with comments, reviews, videos and opinions:

Twitter: ExploreBendigo Facebook: ExploreBendigo YouTube: Bendigo Tourism

BENDIGO REGION APP This new app gives you up-to-the-minute travel guides highlighting top things to see and do. From where to shop, eat, stay or stroll to current events. The Bendigo Region App is available to download from Apple and Android app stores.

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Located CE N T R A L LY

Bendigo is beautifully located in the heart of Victoria.

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Bendigo to Heathcote Bendigo to Tullamarine Airport

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* Rail Services: contact V/Line on 1800 800 007 or www.vline.com.au

AIRPORT CONNECTIONS Bendigo Airport Bus picks up and drops off at Melbourne Airport 7 days a week, 4 times a day. Bookings are essential on +61 3 5444 3939. www.bendigoairportservice.com.au

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A CIT Y O F

Gold

Once the richest place on the globe, with nine billion dollars worth of gold found between 1850 and 1900.

CHINESE INFLUX SHAPES HISTORY Many thousands of Chinese arrived in the mid-1800s to strike it rich, and within ten years they made up 20% of the Bendigo population. While many returned home when the rush ended, some remained to form the Bendigo Chinese community which continues to shape the city.

DIGGING DEEP FOR GOLD Gold undoubtedly put Bendigo on the map more than 150 years ago. Within a decade of the ﬁrst discovery in 1851, many deep shafts were constructed to tap the rich gold-bearing quartz reefs deep beneath the surface. Many present day authentic attractions share the fascinating stories of this gold boom.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES • Prospect for gold in Bendigo’s nearby Whipstick Forest to find your fortune! • Take a Grand Building Tour of the historic Town Hall or Hotel Shamrock • Get a taste of gold fever on an underground mine adventure at Central Deborah Gold Mine

A GRAND PLAN As Bendigo’s wealth grew, so too did the visions for this new city. Founders set out to recreate London, giving Bendigo a distinctive European feel to this day. The arrival of ﬁne public buildings transformed the landscape during the 1880s and 1890s.

• Meet Loong, the world’s oldest Imperial Dragon at the Golden Dragon Museum • Visit Bendigo’s Joss House Temple, one of the few remaining buildings of its type in Australia • Board a rattling Vintage Talking Tram Tour for fascinating hey-day stories

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Encounter CR E AT I V E

Cultural and creative, the arts scene in Bendigo is alive and thriving.

MEET THE ARTISTS Since 1858 Australia’s oldest working pottery, Bendigo Pottery has been producing ﬁne ceramics and a healthy crop of accomplished potters.

NIGHT ON THE TOWN Enjoy theatre, music, dance or comedy at The Capital before heading for a nightcap or dancing into the small hours at a local underground music bar.

Visit an artist studio or gallery to experience the resurgence of artisans in the region. See paintings, hand-crafted jewellery, clothing, ceramics and much more.

GALLERY BRINGS GLAMOUR Bendigo Art Gallery has hosted major international exhibitions that have reinvigorated the arts scene. Its reputation as one of Australia’s leading galleries has seen visitors ﬂock from across Australia in recent years.

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES • Walk the Arts Precinct in View Street, with galleries, theatres, eateries and eclectic shopping. • Go on an Artisans walk in the centre of Bendigo to meet and experience Bendigo’s arts community. • Create your own clay masterpiece at Australia’s oldest working pottery, Bendigo Pottery. • Find inspiration at The Great Stupa, a sacred Buddhist monument being built near Bendigo.

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Want to experience Bendigo’s arts community? Here’s an idea to get you started...

An easy walk between each location.

1 Start at funky Chancery lane and take in ever changing street art and exhibitions at El Gordo. 2 Head to the Bendigo Visitor Centre and see local artworks at the Living Arts Space and changing Bendigo exhibitions at the Post Oﬃce Gallery. 3 Pop into Bob Boutique Gallery for all things cute and kooky. 4 Then onto Bath Lane, see local youth artwork celebrated along Pennyweight Walk. 5 Near the Alexandra Fountain is View Point Handmade Gallery supporting local artists.

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Then head up to the View Street Arts Precinct and see exhibitions at:

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Bendigo Art Gallery, Dudley House, and La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre Finish off at LLanvair.H.R gallery and SB Libris handmade leather book binders.

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Foodies L O V E FO S S ICK I NG

Come fossick in the Bendigo region and discover our abundance of local produce.

Bendigo is perfectly placed to start your journey out in the bountiful nearby regions to visit farm-gates, cellar doors, food producers and passionate foodies. To meet more local food heroes, start Food Fossicking by picking up your copy of the pocket guide from the Bendigo Visitor Centre or www.foodfossickers.com.au

DARREN â&#x20AC;&#x201C; BENDIGO WHOLEFOODS When you have a quirky shop that stocks thousands of products and supports over 90 regional producers, things become a bit of a juggling act. Rest assured, Daz is up to the task. Truly passionate about people, local and regional foods, he has had the idea of food fossicking in the back of his mind for some time. Daz, a proud Food Fossicker Ambassador, has loved watching the concept come to fruition.

FOOD FOSSICKING

There’s a focus in Bendigo on knowing and sharing the stories of where local produce has come from. A Food Fossickers network involves local people who are passionate about the important role food plays in a healthy functioning society. The group wants to inform people about where their food has come from, and to share the stories of those who put it on the table. Food Fossickers are keen to put a face to the local farmers, food and beverage growers,

producers, distributors, retailers, cafés, pubs, restaurants, butchers, bakeries and more. A wander around Bendigo reveals that streets and laneways are bustling with things that foodies love to find. It’s an emerging scene that’s all about locally roasted coffee, locally grown produce, gelato, boutique beers, regional wines and gourmet flair.

FOOD FOSSICKING MADE EASY! To simplify your food fossicking journey, we have developed a series of interactive maps based on region or category. Start food fossicking by picking up your copy of the Pocket Guide from the Bendigo Visitor Centre or www.foodfossickers.com.au

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90 MINUTES / 100 FOOD MILES FROM MELBOURNE Bendigo is perfectly placed to commence your journey out in the bountiful nearby regions to visit farm-gates, cellar doors, food producers and passionate foodies.

The Northern Region: Northern central Victoria is synonymous for its stone fruits, grapes, apples, pears, tomatoes and lettuces. The Southern Region: South of Bendigo are the historic centres of Castlemaine and Maldon, synonymous for their farmers’ markets with a distinctively arty, cultural flavour. Harcourt has long been famous for its apples and the many roadside farmgates.

The Eastern Region: East of Bendigo, this area encompasses the divine winegrowing region of Heathcote and the Mt. Camel Range, between Tooborac and Corop. The Western Region: The mineral rich soils to the west of Bendigo are perfect for olive growing in particular, along with winegrapes, linseed, broad acre wheat and lamb.

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Dining

EXPERIENCE

A multicultural experience awaits, oďŹ&#x20AC;ering an abundance of choices.

KEY FOOD EVENTS FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

Heathcote Bush Market FOSSICK FOR OUR FOOD GOLD Find gourmet delights like homemade gelato, chocolates, specialist greengrocers, restaurants, bakeries and a vibrant cafe culture. Further aﬁeld discover farm-picked apples, cherries, stone fruits, herbs, olives and more…

FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT JANUARY)

Castlemaine Farmers Market Mostyn Street, Castlemaine SECOND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

Bendigo Community Farmers Market Sidney Myer Place

LIFE IN THE LANEWAYS The smell of coﬀee wafts through the air from funky cafés that exude our relaxed way of life. Laneways bustling with atmosphere and bubbling with boutique beers are worth ﬁnding.

THIRD SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

Heathcote Farmers Market High Street, Heathcote

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

MARCH

Regional Longest Lunch

• Dine alfresco along beautiful streets.

JULY

• Ride aboard our ninesevensix Restaurant tram.

Festival of Lamb Bendigo Showgrounds

• Savour a local blended coﬀee in buzzing Chancery Lane. • Experience the region’s farmers markets which feature local produce grown by the producer. • Visit a Life’s a Dish restaurant and try their plate of the season. • Book a restaurant balcony and soak up the City’s ambience both day and night.

LIFE’S A DISH – THE TASTE OF THE REGION “Buon ricordo” is Italian for “good memories” and Life’s a Dish is very much the embodiment of a tradition that began in northern Italy in 1964. The concept is a simple yet beautiful one, giving food lovers the opportunity to purchase a unique collectable plate as a souvenir of a memorable, Bendigo Region dining experience. Seven restaurants/cafés currently take part in this program.

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A PA S S I O N FO R

Shopping

Find your style as you step into our fashionable boutiques and eclectic havens.

CUTTING EDGE MEETS VINTAGE From the funky and fashionable to the retro and collectable, discover stand-out in the crowd garments, hats, shoes and jewellery. Hunt through treasure troves for antiques, books and collectables or unearth an emerging fashion designer.

LOCAL MARKETS EVERY SATURDAY

Wesley Hill Market Fruit & vegetables EVERY SUNDAY (EXCEPT MAJOR EVENTS)

Bendigo Prince of Wales Showgrounds Market FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH

Heathcote Bush Market FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT JANUARY)

Castlemaine Farmers Market FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH (EXCEPT JANUARY, JULY & AUGUST)

Castlemaine Artisans Market SECOND SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH

Bendigo Community Farmers Market SECOND SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES

Harcourt Market

• Pick up a copy of the Dining & Shopping Guide to explore our precincts.

Kangaroo Flat Market

• Explore Bendigo Pottery’s new Antique and Collectables Centre.

QUARTERLY (SATURDAY)

• Bendigo Visitor Centre has a huge variety of locally made products. • Experience vintage fashion shopping in Bendigo and nearby Castlemaine. • Be pampered at a day spa or local beauty salon.

KEY FASHION EVENTS JULY

Women of Wool – Australian Sheep & Wool Show Bendigo Showgrounds SEPTEMBER

Bendigo Fashion Festival OCTOBER

Elmore Field Days: Ag Art

EVERY FIFTH SATURDAY

The Square Handmade Market Bendigo Town Hall

PRECINCT PERFECT Distinctive shopping precincts dot the central district and are perfectly placed for walking. Each has an ambience that reﬂects the mix of shops and businesses.

RETAIL LEGENDS One of Australia’s most successful retail stories started here when Sidney Myer set up the original Myer store. The original store still sits at the heart of Bendigo’s retail hub.

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Wine GL O R I O US

Discover local wines and meet the winemakers at more than 40 cellar doors surrounding Bendigo & Heathcote.

WORLD-CLASS WINES From rich, ripe reds to elegant whites, the wines from Bendigo’s gold-bearing soils are a wine lover’s treasure and the nearby Heathcote region produces fine world-class Shiraz from the famed ancient Cambrian soils.

MEET THE WINEMAKERS A visit to a local vineyard can often result in a good old chat with the winemaker about their latest vintage. Across the Bendigo and Heathcote wine regions, you’ll ﬁnd more than forty cellar doors waiting to be discovered.

KEY FOOD & WINE EVENTS MARCH

World’s Longest Lunch Bendigo and Heathcote MARCH

Strategem Bendigo Winemakers Festival JUNE

Heathcote on Show OCTOBER

Heathcote Wine & Food Festival OCTOBER

Bendigo Wealth Heritage Uncorked

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES • Enjoy local wines at many of our restaurants and cafes. • Ride a series of bike trails that link local vineyards. • Meet the makers at their cellar doors to talk about their latest vintage. • Indulge in seasonal lunches and dinners amongst the wine vats.

GRAPE CELEBRATIONS Festivals celebrating the latest vintage are oﬀered by both the Bendigo and Heathcote winegrowers.

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Out & About GET

Experience the great outdoors with our major events, walking and bike tracks, parks and nearby bushlands.

WELCOMING WATERS Nearby Lake Eppalock is brimming with water and watersports have returned with passion. The large lake awaits for ﬁshing, camping, waterskiing, and boating.

KEY SPORTING EVENTS MARCH

Bendigo International Madison – Cycling MARCH

Golden Mile Raceday

SPORTING CITY A network of bike tracks crisscross the city and surrounding bush creating a thriving cycling community and sporting culture. Big annual sporting events like the International Madison put Bendigo in the spotlight. Tennis, basketball, bowling, football, cricket and netball bring competitors from far and wide.

BOTANICAL BEAUTY Enjoy the botanical delights of the refurbished Bendigo Botanic Gardens and the tranquility of Rosalind Park in the centre of town.

JULY

Australian Snooker Goldfields Open OCTOBER

Bendigo Cup Raceday

UNIQUE EXPERIENCES • Ride the popular O’Keefe Rail Trail from Bendigo to Axedale. • Join the cycling scene – explore Bendigo on two wheels. • Take to fishing or boating in the waters of Lake Eppalock. • Picnic by Lake Weeroona or Bendigo Botanic Gardens. • Navigate the challenges of the region’s five golf courses.

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SUGGESTED ITINERARIES W OR L D CL A S S ART S T O UR Morning BENDIGO FAMOUS TALKING TRAMS

FOOD AND WINE F O S S I C KI NG T O U R Morning FOOD FOSSICKING WALK

Climb aboard one of Bendigo’s famous Talking Trams and be delighted as the tram tells you Bendigo’s gold story, pointing out key heritage landmarks along Bendigo’s majestic boulevard Pall Mall.

Walk Bendigo’s CBD and discover and taste some of Bendigo’s local gourmet delights such as homemade gelato, local blended coﬀee, specialist greengrocers, restaurants, sourdough bakeries and vibrant cafes.

BENDIGO ART GALLERY Attend a world class exhibition at the Bendigo Art Gallery or see their important permanent collection which features 19th century artwork and contemporary works.

Lunch CONTEMPORARY STYLES Discover the newest and hippest places oﬀering seasonal ingredients and showcasing our nearby wine/beer/cider producers. Share bite-size sensations and ﬂavoursome lunch deals.

For the latest exhibitions visit www.bendigotourism.com

Lunch GALLERY CAFÉ Oﬀering stunning views of Rosalind Park, Gallery Café is the perfect venue for experiencing fresh modern contemporary food and local wines.

Afternoon ARTISAN WALK Walk Bendigo’s Arts Precinct in View Street, with galleries, theatres, eateries and eclectic shopping. Discover our newest galleries around central Bendigo, including The Post Oﬃce Gallery and Living Arts Space Gallery showcasing local artists and Bendigo stories. See ever changing street art from local artisans in Chancery lane.

BENDIGO POTTERY Visit Australia’s oldest pottery and create your own clay masterpiece with guidance from an expert potter. Kids can test their creativity with a clay play session. Explore the new Antique and Collectables Centre and meet local Artisans in residence.

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Afternoon WINE AND FOOD TOUR A visit to a local vineyard can often result in a good old chat with the winemaker about their latest vintage. Across the Bendigo and Heathcote wine regions, you’ll ﬁnd more than forty cellar doors waiting to be discovered, and winemakers who take you behind the scenes in their vineyard to discover how wine is made. Another option is apple picking in Harcourt. Harcourt has long been famous for its apples and the many roadside farmgates are a wonderful way to meet the farmers and try their delicious produce. Tailored Wine and Food Tours available.

TAKEAWAYS Don’t forget if you can’t get enough of our delicious oﬀerings it’s easy to source the goodies from online wineries, local produce speciality shops, farmers markets or package up locally prepared hampers.

B E NDIGO’S TAL E O F GO L D TO U R Morning CENTRAL DEBORAH GOLD MINE

G O L D A DV E NT U R E T O U R – ABOVE & BELOW Morning & Lunch

Come and see where gold comes from and how it is found at a real gold mine from mid-1900s. Try the underground adventure tour where you gear up in overalls, boots, miner’s hat and lamp to descend 85 metres underground. Climb ladders, work a mine drill and search for gold with ﬁnder’s keepers!

CENTRAL DEBORAH GOLD MINE Experience Nine Levels of Darkness on the ultimate ‘downunder’ adventure as you descend 228m beneath Bendigo and experience a day in the life of a miner. Set a charge, work a mine drill, climb ladders in the mineshaft and have lunch underground. An awesome experience... but be prepared to get dirty!

BENDIGO FAMOUS TALKING TRAMS Climb aboard one of Bendigo’s famous Talking Trams and be delighted as the tram tells you Bendigo’s gold story, pointing out key heritage landmarks along Bendigo’s majestic boulevard Pall Mall.

Lunch DINE HERITAGE STYLE Choose from one of six Age Good Food Guide recommended restaurants/cafés.

Afternoon

Afternoon GOLD PROSPECTING TOUR Embark on a half day Gold Prospecting Adventure. It is a unique, fun way for people of all ages to discover an important chapter in Australia’s history. Nothing beats the thrill of unearthing your own gold nugget and experiencing the beautiful Australian bush. Includes drinks, snacks and a gold guarantee!

BENDIGO TOWN HALL TOUR GOLDEN DRAGON MUSEUM: DAI GUM SAN CHINESE PRECINCT Bendigo has a unique Chinese history that is tied to the 1850’s gold rush. Feast your eyes on a priceless collection of processional regalia and dragons as you learn about Bendigo’s Chinese heritage and meet Sun Loong, the world’s longest Imperial Chinese dragon.

Bendigo is the perfect central base from which to explore the many fascinating villages and townships of the surrounding region.

Step back into our Golden Era and experience one of the most remarkable boom time buildings in Victoria. Bendigo Town Hall’s stunning interior features elaborate plasterwork, extensive hand painted decoration and delicate gold leaﬁng. Tours on Wednesday and Sunday.

• Heathcote – 35 minutes by car Heathcote is nestled amidst Box Ironbark forests and showcases famed locally grown wines, natural bushlands – making it a special place to visit. • Harcourt Valley – 20 minutes by car Roads weave through stunning, undulating scenery, past apple orchards, fields of fruit trees, grape vines and lavender. • Castlemaine – 30 minutes by car Once one of the world’s richest shallow alluvial goldfields; the town is now abuzz with vibrant cafés, eclectic shops, historic homes, gracious gardens and art galleries. • Maldon – 40 minutes by car With its intact heritage streetscape, this old gold mining town was the first to be declared ‘notable’ by the National Trust of Australia in 1966. Bendigo Event & Planning Guide 2013–15

Set-up ROOM

Popular set-up styles to consider when discussing venue capacity. U-SHAPE STYLE • Seating around three sides of the room - good for presentations from front • Square layout conducive to discussion • Presentation space in the middle of the room

CLASSROOM STYLE • Used to present to small to medium groups • Delegates (in ones or twos) have own workspace • Ideal for testing and individual training • Tables angled towards centre

THEATRE STYLE • Used for product launches, presentations, displays • Use to present to large numbers of delegates • Allows for optimal room occupancy

BOARDROOM STYLE • Centrally located table • Classic layout ideal for debate and discussion • Popular for smaller meetings

CABARET STYLE • All delegates facing front-centre on round tables • Large space in the middle of the room • Ideal for small group work

DINNER STYLE • Often used for meals and small group discussions • A dance ﬂoor can be incorporated

A COCKTAIL STYLE room set-up is usually where everyone stands with roving wait-staﬀ with ﬁnger food/canapés and a drinks bar set up separately. Great for informal short presentations/launches with a central speaker area but networking is the priority. Remember some delegates/guests might need to sit so plan with a few chairs in mind.

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Venues - Approved Meeting Rooms (total): 11 Meeting Capacity (max): 1,100

All Seasons Hotel All Seasons Hotel, Bendigo is regional Victoria’s foremost conference, event and accommodation venue and offers everything you would expect from an accredited 4 star Quality Hotel. Eleven versatile conference rooms can be reconfigured to meet every requirement from a board meeting for five to a function or event for 1,100. Excellent conference packages include state of the art audiovisual equipment and a business centre is also available. The Bassford and Lansell Rooms have been specifically designed to cater for every sized conference, trade show or function. All functions and conferences held here are renown for their comfort, adaptability and ultimately, their success. All Seasons Hotel is also the premier venue for weddings. These special celebrations are held in the beautiful surroundings of the elegant Conservatory or the Fernery for a more intimate gathering. For a larger wedding The Bassford and Lansell rooms can combine to cater for up to 450 guests. A genuine dedication to detail and excellence includes a specifically dedicated wedding co-ordinator to ensure the success of this very important day. The accommodation features 75 deluxe rooms with in house movies. Facilities include a 17-metre horizon indoor heated swimming pool, spa and sauna. There is ample parking for cars and the opportunity to park close to individual rooms. As an added advantage, All Seasons Hotel provides courtesy buses to shuttle local delegates to and from the conference.

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All Seasons Hotel conference packages are designed to make every conference and function a success. Quick and easy packages for standard events and a range of upgrades are readily available. Packages include the option for a full day event as well as longer conferences that need to include accommodation in the package. Everyone can easily wind down from a conference or event in the Hotel Sports & Lounge Bars and lunch or dinner in Seasons Bistro is an excellent opportunity to sample some of the highly regarded local wine. Only 90 minutes from Melbourne and central to other major regional centres, All Seasons Hotel has a well established reputation for delivering a high level of professional and personalised service. 11

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270

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Lansell 2

112.20 : 10 × 11

3.50

Bassford 1

185.00 : 15 × 12

3.50

150

110

180

120

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127.50 : 10 x 12

3.50

100

Fortuna 1

121.80 : 14 x 9

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162.40 : 14 x 12

3.50

130

100

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180

The Conservatory

432.81 : 19 x 23

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400

160

200

500

260

Atrium

106.08 : 10 x 10

2.65

120

Fernery 1

162.36 : 12 x 13

2.80

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143.75 : 12 x 11

3.20

120

180

100

2.65

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35.72 :

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171–183 McIvor Road, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5443 8166 F +61 3 5441 5221

E info@allseasonsbendigo.com.au W www.allseasonsbendigo.com.au Bendigo Event & Planning Guide 2013–15

Venue - Approved Total Meeting Rooms: 3 Meeting Capacity (max): 3,400

Bendigo Exhibition Centre Bendigo’s multi-million dollar Exhibition Centre is one of the largest clearspan facilities of its kind in regional Australia. The Centre is located less than 3kms from the CBD at the Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes Road, Bendigo. It features: • 18 hectare – multi-functional Showgrounds precinct • 5000sqm – clear-span exhibition space suitable for large-scale events, exhibitions, trade shows, conferences or conventions offering unlimited scope for creativity in planning • 435sqm – multipurpose-flexible space with raised viewing window offering views of the main exhibition space, ideal for entertaining, product launches and seminars • 270sqm – entrance foyer suitable for event registrations, ticketing, sponsor recognition, signage and displays • Food preparation area for catering • Unlimited parking options

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4.3

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100

300

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100

150

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Prince of Wales Showgrounds, Holmes Road, Bendigo, Victoria, 3550

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P +61 3 5434 6006 F +61 3 5441 6375

E BendigoExhibitionCentre@Bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.bendigoexhibitioncentre.com.au

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Bendigo Town Hall Experience the ornate beauty of 1800s architecture Enjoy the beauty and rich history of the Bendigo Town Hall at your next business event. Designed by acclaimed architect W C Vahland in Bendigo’s gold rush era of the 1800s this venue offers a large open and versatile space with decorative gold leaf ceilings and fine architectural details to support an atmosphere of elegance and class. Located in the centre of town and in close proximity to accommodation and restaurants, the Bendigo Town Hall is accessible and easy to find. It is great for: • • • •

Major events Conferences Workshops Banquet dinners

• Product launches • Trade shows • Celebrations

We provide professional catering and support services to ensure your event runs smoothly. The venue managers also service The Capital (another centrally located and Vahland designed building in Bendigo). Corporate packages to use both sites can be arranged. We look forward to sharing this spectacular venue with you and your guests.

150

360

300

Hargreaves Street, Bendigo, Victoria, 3550 P +61 3 4408 6500 F +61 3 5441 6375 28

E Vahland@bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.vahland.com.au

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Venue â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Approved Bendigo Stadium Bendigo Stadium is an indoor sports stadium with a cavernous interior that can be transformed for any event hosting thousands to just a few. Supporting this versatile venue is a huge kitchen that can cater to any function, a 200 seat bistro and relaxing cafe and sports bar areas where you can have a private discussion over a drink. The canteen can also cater to any need. The Sky Lounge and board room are separate areas used for smaller conferences or as logistics areas for major events because they overlook the main arena.

134 Marong Rd, West Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5440 6234 E jason.wallace@bendigostadium.com.au

F +61 3 5441 W www.bendigostadium.com.au Venues - 7231 Approved.

La Trobe University Visual Arts Centre

Meeting Rooms (total): Meeting Capacity (max):

2 102

Located in the arts precinct of central Bendigo, the VAC offers an unrivalled venue space: an architecturally designed, light filled building boasting polished black marble flooring, a 90 seat tiered auditorium, a meeting room, two public gallery spaces and two open-air courtyards. Hire of the auditorium includes use of all facilities: the ceiling-mounted data projector and large projection screen, laptop computer, DVD player, sound system, lapel and hand held microphones and internet. Experienced and friendly staff are available to assist with the smooth running of your event.

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The elegant reception area adjacent to the auditorium provides space for preor post-event catering. An excellent choice of caterers are available and can tailor their menus to suit your requirements. Also available is a meeting room which seats 12 in boardroom style and has direct access through large glass doors to a small private courtyard. Facilities include a large LCD flat screen/DVD player, whiteboard and internet connectivity. With a history of successfully hosting of a variety of events, the VAC is an inspiring venue suitable for public seminars, product launches, staff training and corporate cocktail events or small meetings. The VAC facilities are available for hire 7 days a week, day and evening. We welcome enquiries and the opportunity to quote for your next event.

121 View Street, Bendigo VIC 3550 P +61 3 5441 8724 F +61 3 5444 2177 E vac@latrobe.edu.au W www.latrobe.edu.au/vac/facilities

Venues â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Approved Nanga Gnulle

Experience our serene conference facility that offers your group a private venue just 4kms from central Bendigo. The unique octagonal space overlooks the manicured garden sanctuary which is perfect for outdoor workshops and break-out options. Ideal for small conferences/meetings, private functions and workshop activities for up to 65 delegates, our sun-filled venue provides a comprehensive menu choice for catering as well as private parking onsite for 50 cars.

40 Harley Street, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5443 7891

E info@nangagnulle.com W www.nangagnulle.com Bendigo Event & Planning Guide 2013â&#x20AC;&#x201C;15

Venues - Approved Comfort Inn Julie-Anna

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Located on three acres of landscaped gardens only 1.5km’s from the city centre and directly opposite the delightful Lake Weeroona which offers a peaceful retreat to enjoy walking/running tracks and cycling paths: all perfect to keep your guests in-shape during your conference or event. Offering 33 stylish and modern rooms which have been completely renovated our spacious standard, deluxe, spa & family rooms all have courtyard access and views of the outdoor pool. Why not start your event with a gourmet cocktail function and live entertainment in our private garden courtyard? Maybe a themed buffet dinner in our restaurant with a professional quiz-master or a karaoke night to get everyone socialising. Our restaurant delivers locally sourced ingredients ensuring a modern Australian menu to all your delegates and guests. We encourage discussions on all components of your menus with our event coordinator ensuring the most successful and appropriate menus are planned. We offer fine dining through to healthy mid-afternoon fruit platters to keep everyone focussed! Part of a small cluster of motels opposite the lake, we are a perfect destination for larger groups looking to book rooms across all properties. We look forward to welcoming you and your guests to the Comfort Inn Julie-Anna.

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268 Napier Street, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5442 5855 F +61 3 5441 6032 30

E info@julieanna.com.au W www.julieanna.com.au

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Venues – Approved Hotel Shamrock Bendigo

A fixture on the Bendigo social scene since 1854, this grand lady has kept her stunning looks and Victorian adornments.

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She’s a gracious hostess and carries her age proudly alongside modern luxury and personalised service. Located in the heart of Bendigo, the Hotel Shamrock is the perfect venue for your next conference or event. With accommodation rooms, 2 different styles of dining, a TAB and sports bar as well as an underground bar and beer garden, the Hotel Shamrock has all your after work entertainment covered. The Hotel Shamrock has 5 different function areas and can cater for all functions from small meetings to large cocktail events of up to 250 attendees. All function rooms are accessible by an elevator as well as being wheelchair accessible. With all the latest equipment and experienced staff, our events team ensure your next event will be remembered for all the right reasons. Open 7 days from 7am until late Corner of Pall Mall & Williamson St, Bendigo, VIC H IT W M OO DR AR BO E AP SH U-

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Gold Dust Lounge Chandelier Room

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Gold Dust Lounge Red Room

31.9 : 5.8 x 5.5

Baxter Room Baxter Room, Balcony & Foyer Victorian Wine Room VWR Balcony (2 sides available)

42 :

7x6

31.5 : 9 x 3.5

100

Cnr Pall Mall and Williamson St, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5443 0333 F +61 3 5442 4494

E info@hotelshamrock.com.au W www.hotelshamrock.com.au Bendigo Event & Planning Guide 2013–15

Venues – Approved Idea Spot

Two brand new, state-of-the art

meeting rooms in Bendigo

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• meetings • events • seminars • training

Bendigo’s most advanced meeting rooms are available now... Hire them 24/7 – from just $250 per day! Conveniently located in Bendigo’s CBD – featuring cutting-edge technology and high-speed internet – our two unique and well-appointed spaces will provide a private and secure place for your next meeting or event. Rooms are equipped with an Integrated PA and an impressive 65” Touchscreen TV. We can provide on-site technical support and event facilitators. Gourmet catering is also available and presentation materials for your event can be produced on request.

Call 1300 852 582 to find out more, or visit ideaspot.com.au Idea Spot. Level 2, 41 Mundy Street. Bendigo VIC 3550. (Between Old Green Bean and Bcentral)

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Hi-tech and fully equipped

Venues – Approved. Quest Bendigo & Quest Bendigo Central We provide fully serviced apartments with full kitchens together with purpose-built conference rooms, filled with natural light; perfect for all your meeting needs. Both conference rooms are ideal for: • board meetings • training sessions • seminars • informal gatherings • recruitment interviews The office suite is also ideal to hold small meetings, within an informal setting, whilst remaining in a professional environment. Catering options are also available on request. The personalised service and attention to detail of both properties will ensure that your event is a success. Prices start from $150.00 per day. Both rates include AV equipment; data projector and drop-down screen, DVD, whiteboard flipchart as well as arrival tea and coffee. Other rates can be negotiated based on time required. Competitive accommodation rates are available on request. Conference Layout: Theatre Style – Up to 50 U Shaped – Up to 35 Boardroom Style – 30

Quest Bendigo 489 High Street, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5447 0822

W www.questbendigo.com.au

Quest Bendigo Central 228 McCrae Street, Bendigo 3550

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The Capital

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P +61 3 5410 1300 W www.questbendigocentral.com.au Venue - Approved

5 480

Exquisite building and quality service at The Capital The Capital is a majestic building that sits in the heart of Bendigo’s thriving arts precinct. Stepping through the stunning columns of this architectural landmark takes you into a world where history has been impeccably restored and a variety of spaces are available for your gathering. Ranging from a theatre seating almost 500 to more intimate spaces, we provide endless options for your event. Examples of business events hosted at this venue include: • Off-site interviews • Dinners and Work celebrations

• Open plan exhibits • Product launches • AGMs

• Conferences • Planning sessions • Break-out workshops

Our quality service and catering, technical support and care ensures that your function will run smoothly. The Capital is located in the centre of the city, has a range of accommodation options within walking distance and ample off street parking. IL TA CK CO

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150

220

120

Bendigo Bank Theatre

140 : 15.1 x 9.3

5.4

130

180

4.2

480

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Shades Bar Lanyon Room Capital Theatre

54: 9.1 x 5.9 -

50 View Street, Bendigo, Victoria, 3550 P +61 3 4408 6500 F +61 3 5441 6375

E Vahland@bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.vahland.com.au Bendigo Event & Planning Guide 2013–15

Venue – Approved The Bendigo Club Whether it’s a meeting for six people, or a gala dinner for 250, The Bendigo Club has function spaces that can cater for all of your corporate needs. Audio-Visual facilities include; data projectors and screens, DVD/Video players, laptops, and an in-house sound system that can be independently zoned to each room. Wireless microphones, Internet, lectern, whiteboard, and flip charts are also available. Our expert kitchen team can cater from breakfast through to dinner.

22 Park Street, Strathdale 3550 P +61 3 5443 0780

E info@bendigoclub.com.au

F +61 3 5441 5452 W www.bendigoclub.com.au Venue - Approved

The New Bendigo Theatre This exciting new development, scheduled to be in operation early 2015, will feature a 1000 seat, state-of-the-art theatre. Located in the centre of Bendigo, on the site of the historic former Bendigo Gaol, the new theatre will provide a unique venue for hosting public lectures, AGMs, staff meetings, community consultations, awards night presentations, conferences and conventions.

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This $25.8 million development is a community focused project supported by local, state and federal governments as well as the local education, arts, entertainment, tourism and business sectors. As the centrepiece of Bendigo’s arts, events and conference facilities, the new Bendigo Theatre will provide a unique venue capable of hosting a multitude of events and will set the standard for facility provision in the events and business sectors.

P +61 3 5434 6006

E capitalbookings@bendigo.vic.gov.au W www.thecapital.com.au

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Services LO CA L

We have a range of products & services to make your stay a welcome one. Product Services – Approved 2tasty – Catering to your event

P +61 3 5442 8228 M 0408 428 559

Local Services

Rely on the catering company locals use for corporate events, weddings, gala dinners and special occasions. Tim & Sharon Carlson share 35 years’ experience in catering, utilising strong connections in this vibrant, regional centre to ensure every event is a success. An office luncheon, civic ceremony, marquee at the races, or cocktail party in a park – the 2tasty team will make your event a success. The Award winning team create food exactly to your specifications, using fresh, quality ingredients and provide exceptional service in both food & beverages. Professional event management available. Let 2tasty cater to your needs! E 2tasty@twenty2.com.au W www.2tasty.com.au

Product Services – Approved. Bendigo Airport Service Bendigo Airport Service offers the perfect shuttle bus solution for commuting between Bendigo and Melbourne. We operate 90 regular weekly services to and from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport and we can also operate other services to suit your groups requirements. Visit our website, call us or visit us at the Bendigo Railway Station. Your gateway to Melbourne Airport.

Platform 2, Bendigo Railway Station, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5444 3939

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Products/Services – Approved

Bendigo Visitor Centre – Corporate and Speakers Gifts The Bendigo Visitor Centre is Bendigo’s premier outlet for quality local and Australian crafted designs. The gift and artisan showcase provides a collection of local, unique, handmade specialty pieces, perfect for corporate or speakers gifts. Our range also specialises in showcasing local produce and historical book collection, featuring local authors. For all things local, visit the Bendigo Visitor Centre.

51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo 3550 P

1800 813 153

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Product Services – Approved Bendigo Visitor Centre SUPPORTING YOUR NEXT EVENT, MEETING OR CONFERENCE IN BENDIGO The Bendigo Visitor Centre offers a range of services to assist you in delivering a successful event, meeting or conference. A team of local specialists provide quality personal service with attention to detail, minimising your event organising workload and ensuring your delegates/patrons are well looked after.

Centrally Coordinated Accommodation Booking Service

• Working with over 100 local accommodation properties, our accommodation specialists book your delegates/patrons into accommodation that suits their needs

• Complex, special requirement and tailored bookings are our speciality

• Personally managed bookings online or over the phone for your delegates/patrons, with 1 booking point of contact making it easy, fast and convenient for your delegates/patrons

• Tap our resources to block book rooms to ensure you can secure the accommodation you need in advance

• Bendigo Welcome Pack (including key visitor guides and map) personally sent to all delegates/patrons who utilise the Accommodation Booking Service

Local Services

Tullamarine Melbourne Airport to Bendigo (and return) Transfers Our local team works with local transport operators to offer numerous pick up and drop off services 7 days of the week to ensure your delegates/patrons receive the best access to and from Tullamarine Airport.

Conference Tour or Partners Programs Our local specialists work with the Conference Organiser to design and tailor Conference Tours or Partners Programs, whilst offering a centrally coordinated booking service for these Tours or Programs.

Speakers and Delegate Gifts Bendigo’s premier outlet for quality local and Australian crafted designs. The gift and artisan showcase provides a collection of local, unique, handmade speciality pieces, perfect for speakers or delegate gifts.

Online Ticketing Service Our ticketing specialists provide a range of options for pre-selling your event, keynote presentation or event/conference dinners online, over the phone or face to face.

Explore Bendigo Toolkit Our mobile local team can deliver Bendigo information to your delegates/patrons during key registration or entry times • Bendigo and Heathcote Oﬃcial Visitor Guide • Bendigo Dining and Shopping Guide • Bendigo Region App

WINNER 2010 AUSTRALIAN TOURISM AWARDS

Bendigo Visitor Centre — Australia’s Grandest Visitor Centre. 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo • Phone: 1800 813 153 Email: tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au • www.bendigotourism.com Facebook: ExploreBendigo

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Twitter: ExploreBendigo

Product Services – Approved. Bendigo Wholefoods Is there a better way to thank your speakers and guests than with a gift that speaks of the regions finest produce? We stock more than 90 local producers because we believe in the idea of reducing food miles and fostering community development. We can do any size hamper or even a ‘gift to go’ bag is possible and can include items such as local jams, honey, mustards, walnuts, fresh produce or even veggie or herb seedlings. You can leave it all to us or come in and choose for yourself… but, be careful, you might never want to leave! 314 Lyttleton Terrace (opposite Coles carpark) Bendigo, 3550 P +61 3 5443 9492 F +61 3 5443 3593

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Product Services – Approved

Indulge Fine Belgian Chocolates

Local Services

We craft the finest quality Callebaut Belgian chocolate into gorgeous handmade reminders of Bendigo providing perfect gifts for your speakers and delegates. With a dedication to providing a diversity of flavours and textures, Hayley is a passionate artisan devoted to creating exquisite filled chocolates featuring regional products like locally produced honey and the iconic Castlemaine Rock. Order your baskets, boxes and hampers for delivery direct to your event venue or accommodation headquarters. We can also combine our chocolates with local wine, flowers or locally sourced produce. shop 26 Fountain Court, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5441 1770 E indulgechocolates@bigpond.com

Products & Services – Approved MyJet Limo

Whether for business or leisure, the 12-seater MyJet Mercedes limousine offers the ultimate in prestige transportation. With an award-winning interior, state-of-the-art sound and light show and exceptional chauffeurs, the MyJet Mercedes Limo offers an unforgettable experience. Choose from winery, restaurant or sporting tours, or allow the friendly MyJet staff to assist in designing your own Goldfields region tour.

MyJet Limo, Bendigo 3550 P +61 1800 773 127

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W www.myjetlimo.com.au Products & Services – Approved.

V/Line V/Line trains connect Bendigo with Melbourne and regional centres such as Echuca and Swan Hill. Trains between Melbourne and Bendigo run frequently with about one service per hour in each direction. The trip takes around two hours, giving you time to sit back and relax or catch up on work in our airconditioned carriages. Most services are operated by our fleet of VLocity trains, providing a smooth and comfortable ride. Bendigo Station is conveniently located close to the city centre and is well serviced by town buses and taxis.

Facebook: facebook.com/VlineVictoria Twitter: twitter.com/vline P

1800 800 007

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Product Services – Approved Power AV

Local Services

Power AV is your professional partner for all AudioVisual requirements, having operated as Central Victoria’s premier AudioVisual company for over 15 years. Power AV has a reputation for seamlessly delivering engaging experiences on a diverse range of events within a multitude of venues. This wealth of knowledge and experience is why Power AV is able to deliver the very best AudioVisual service to clients. Power AV provides state-of-the-art industry standard equipment with professional and experienced crew. Equipment includes; Screens: • Projectors & Screens

• LCD

Audio • Small to Large Audio Systems

• Wired and Wireless Microphones

Lighting • Stage

• Entertainment

• Room Styling

• Webcasting/Streaming

• Video Conferencing

Staging • Lecterns

• Draping

• Rigging

Accessories: • Flipcharts

• Laptops

• Whiteboards

Video • HD Multi-Camera Production

• Outdoor LED

And much, much more… Because sound and vision can make the difference between a poor and a fantastic event, don’t trust your AudioVisual needs to anyone else. From single items to full production requirements, please call the friendly staff at Power AV and be assured you have the best people for your event.

3 Stanley Street, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5441 4592

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Activities L E IS U R E

Bendigo’s vibrant arts and cultural landscape is the perfect setting for inspirational touring, incentives and/or partner programs.

TASTE LOCAL CUISINE Discover our menus, boutique bistros, an abundance of international cuisines, gourmet local produce, vine-dining and our own tramcar restaurant.

EXPLORE THE DEPTHS OF BENDIGO Gear up in overalls, boots, miner’s hat and lamp as you search for gold in a working goldmine 85 metres underground.

SHOP ‘TIL YOU DROP Relax in spa heaven or shop ‘til you drop with our unique precincts.

TOUR OUR WINERIES Tour the award winning Bendigo and Heathcote wineries and taste the-day-away in gorgeous surrounds.

HISTORIC POTTERY Create a ceramic masterpiece at Australia’s historic Bendigo Pottery with a clay wheel-throwing lesson and take home your design. There is also an interpretive museum, café, antique market and gallery to explore.

RECREATION FACILITIES IN THE BENDIGO REGION. • 11 outdoor swimming pools • 1 Indoor pool and associated dry facilities (gym, multi purpose space, basketball court) • 117 playgrounds • 5 skate parks • 4 BMX tracks • Approximately 60 sports reserves

BENDIGO’S CHINESE HISTORY Uncover Chinese history at the Golden Dragon Museum, Chinese Gardens and Temple.

• Kangaroo Flat Indoor Leisure Centre • Flora Hill Sports Stadium • Bendigo Stadium • Bendigo Bank Tennis Complex • Bendigo Badminton and Table Tennis Stadium

Leisure – Approved Bendigo Art Gallery A leading regional gallery, Bendigo Art Gallery boasts fully restored historical rooms and inspiring contemporary spaces. An impressive backdrop for any event, individual catering options can be provided by the Gallery Cafe , tailored to suit all functions. Complementing the collection and exhibition program is the Gallery’s strong focus on public programs, events and education for visitors of all ages and backgrounds. Open daily 10am – 5pm (except 25 December). Gallery Café open Wednesday – Sunday. Entry by donation with free guided tours daily at 2pm.

42 View Street, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5434 6088

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F +61 3 5443 W www.bendigoartgallery.com.au Leisure –6586 Approved

Bendigo Pottery Operating continuously since 1858, Australia’s oldest working pottery offers a blend of history, craft & hands on experiences. Groups or individuals can try a wheel throwing experience, watch potters at work & explore 150 years of history in the Interpretive Museum. Enjoy great shopping in the extensive Bendigo Pottery shop or smaller galleries. The Cafe caters for individuals & groups. Use your logo to personalise a special gift of Bendigo Pottery for group events or conferences. Open daily from 9am to 5pm we offer a unique experience.

Leisure Activities

146 Midland Highway, Epsom 3551 P +61 3 5448 4404 F +61 3 5448 4873

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Bendigo Tramways There is no better way to see the sights of Bendigo than aboard a Vintage ‘Talking’ Tram. Be delighted by the wide streetscapes and grand architecture of Bendigo as your tram tells you entertaining stories about the city founded on one of the world’s richest goldfields. Make sure you include a visit to Australia’s oldest operating Tram Depot. You’ll be in awe as you are guided through the 1903 depot and see first-hand the craftsmanship that is involved in restoring each tram to its former glory.

1 Tramways Avenue, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5443 8255

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Central Deborah Gold Mine History comes alive as you discover more about Bendigo’s golden past at a real gold mine that operated during the gold rush boom of the 1900s. Discover what conditions were really like for miners as you are guided through hidden underground tunnels by our friendly and knowledgeable guides. Gold fever continues to strike visitors on our Mine Experience Tour (61m underground), the Underground Adventure Tour (85m underground) and Australia’s deepest underground tour, Nine Levels of Darkness (228m underground).

76 Violet Street, Bendigo 3550 P +61 3 5443 8255

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DAY T R IPS

From Bendigo Bendigo is the perfect base from which to explore the many fascinating villages and townships of the surrounding area.

TOUR 1: HEATHCOTE & SURROUNDS From cellar doors to tranquil bushlands... Heathcote • 35 minutes by car Heathcote is nestled amidst Box-Ironbark forests and showcases locally-grown wines, natural bushlands, and village shopping at its best – making it a special place to visit. Highlights: Visit winemakers at their cellar doors / Pink Cliffs Reserve / Viewing Rock & Devil’s Cave / Mt. Ida.

TOUR 2: CASTLEMAINE & SURROUNDS From farm-gates to creative buzz… Harcourt Valley • 20 minutes by car Discover Harcourt Valley, being championed as the apple, pear and cider centre of Victoria. Highlights: Cider Mills and Orchards / Mt. Alexander Food & Wine Trail / Award Winning Wineries / Mount Alexander Regional Park. Castlemaine • 30 minutes by car Renowned for the arts, food and wine, Castlemaine is a relaxed place with a sophisticated feel in a stately 19th century setting. Once one of the world’s richest shallow alluvial goldfields; the town is now abuzz with vibrant cafés, providores, eclectic shops, contemporary & vintage fashion, historic homes, gracious gardens, art galleries and nearby wineries. Highlights: Buda Historic Home & Garden / Castlemaine Art Gallery & Historical Museum / Theatre Royal / XXXX Antique Complex, Castlemaine Botanical Gardens. Maldon • 40 minutes by car With its intact heritage streetscape, this old goldmining town was the first to be declared ‘notable’ by the National Trust of Australia in 1966. A historic steam train links Maldon to Castlemaine and galleries with fine food, cosy cafés, innovative shops and antique shops line the streets. Highlights: Mount Tarrengower / Carmen’s Tunnel Gold Mine / Beehive Chimney / Victorian Goldfields Railway / Penny School Gallery/Café / Maldon Vintage Museum.

TOUR 3: LAKE EPPALOCK From fishing to watersports… Lake Eppalock • 30 minutes by car Lake Eppalock is today brimming with water and watersports have returned with passion. The large lake was constructed in the 1960s as a water catchment for irrigation, and now awaits for fishing, waterskiing, and boating. Highlights: Picnic by the Lake / Waterskiing and Boating / Fishing / Visit nearby Redesdale.

TOUR 4: ECHUCA & SURROUNDS From historic paddlesteamers to flavoursome foods… Elmore • 30 minutes by car Elmore might be small, but each October more than 40,000 visitors flood the town for the annual Elmore Field Days. Highlights: Campaspe Run Rural Discovery Centre / Picturesque Campaspe River. Echuca Moama • 70 minutes by car Take to the waters in Echuca Moama – a charming riverboat port. It is the “paddlesteamer” capital of Australia, with an early history as a bustling river port. Highlights: Paddlesteamers / Riverboat Port / Golf and Clubs / Murray River.

Pyramid Hill

Boort

Echuca

LODDON REGION Rochester

Wedderburn Elmore

Inglewood Bridgewater

Tarnagulla

B260 A16

A79

BENDIGO Lake Eppalock A79

Maldon

Harcourt

Redesdale

Castlemaine

B280

Kyneton

Daylesford A300 M8

Melbourne Airport

Ballarat

MELBOURNE

TOUR 5: NATURAL WONDERS From gold fossicking to vineyards… Loddon Region • 45 minutes by car Gold fossickers still visit this area hoping to strike it rich. The townships of Inglewood, Tarnagulla and Wedderburn offer historic sites, gold fossicking and bushwalking. Vineyards, farming land and massive olive plantations are also dotted around this large and productive region. Highlights: Gold Fossicking / Wineries / Recreational Pursuits / Loddon River.

For more information on the day trips from Bendigo visit: www.bendigotourism.com

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How can we help? Event support. Whatever type of event, our advice, local knowledge and support services will enhance your planning. • Assist with site inspections and familiarisation visits prior to arrival • Selecting venues and facilities • Promote your event on the City of Greater Bendigo and Bendigo Tourism websites • Assist with creating your pre and post touring, social, incentive, team-building and partners programs • Provide promotional material, maps and welcome kits to delegates utilising the Bendigo Visitor Centre accommodation booking service • Recommend local audio visual, catering, entertainment, speakers, gifts, transportation and other conference services • Assist with local media support

Copyright © 2013 City of Greater Bendigo. Information in this booklet is correct at time of printing and is provided in good faith, however no responsibility will be taken for any inaccuracies, changes, errors or misconceptions of any kind. All telephone area codes 03 unless otherwise stated. All prices quoted include GST where applicable unless otherwise stated. Design and production: SASI Marketing. SASI 202530:1

For more event information and all event enquiries contact the Major Events Team on 03 5434 6000 or visit www.bendigobusinessevents.com.au