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Bendigo Blending vibrant cosmopolitan culture with a richly woven history, Bendigo offers grand prospects for uncovering the alluring attractions it has. One of the top four largest cities in Victoria, Bendigo combines an innovative flair with a diverse and opulent character. Built upon the most prolific goldfields in the state, Bendigo has retained many grand monuments that are reflective of the gold rush times, whilst keeping up with contemporary trends of the current day. Here you will admire the ornate buildings, stroll down sweeping boulevards and explore a rich network of laneways filled with an eclectic range of shops, cafÊs and restaurants. Situated in a fertile valley, surrounded entirely by natural bushland, the area was settled in 1851. Originally known as Bendigo’s Creek, it was proclaimed a municipality in 1855,
then a borough in 1863 and, finally, a city in 1871. The city was officially known as Sandhurst but the name Bendigo was restored in 1891 as a result of a polling vote. Stunning architecture and manicured gardens are all symbolic of Bendigo, and one of its most elegant streets is Pall Mall in the city centre. At its southern end stands the grand Alexandra Fountain. Further along Pall Mall you'll discover the elaborate old post office which houses the Bendigo Visitor Centre. Wander inside where friendly staff can help you plan your visit. Enjoy your time in Bendigo!
For more information about Bendigo visit www.bendigotourism.com
Bendigo Visitor Centre
If you are looking for things to see and do during your stay in Bendigo, the Bendigo Visitor Centre is here to help. With local volunteers who know where to find Bendigo’s hidden gems, you won’t miss out on discovering something special. Home to two galleries and the Uniquely Bendigo gift shop, Bendigo Visitor Centre is your first point of call.
LIVING ARTS SPACE
UNIQUELY BENDIGO
Visit the Living Arts Space in the Bendigo Visitor Centre to see works created by local artists. The Living Arts Space hosts multiple exhibitions, workshops and artists talks throughout the year, so no two visits will ever be the same.
Uniquely Bendigo offers a wide range of premium products, hampers, quality gifts and souvenirs created in the Bendigo region by local artisans and makers. Visit our boutique gift shop in the Bendigo Visitor Centre and take home your own piece of Bendigo.
BENDIGO VISITOR CENTRE 51-67 Pall Mall, Bendigo • 03 5434 6060 • tourism@bendigo.vic.gov.au www.bendigoregion.com.au • #Explore Bendigo • Find us on
Most Memorable Precincts Distinctive laneways and arcades weave their way through Bendigo’s heart, each one pulsing with its own energy and character. CHANCERY LANE This endearing little laneway is not to be missed. With an eclectic blend of fun, food and fashion, Chancery Lane is a feast for the senses. Go for what grabs you, whether it be global wines, coffee aromas or gourmet foods. Stand out from the crowds in the latest boutique look, pampered for choice by emerging designer brands, cosmetics and giftware. HIGH STREET Rising from the shadow of the iconic Sacred Heart Cathedral, High Street is fast becoming the home to furnish your empire. From an emerging design precinct for homemakers to a hotbed of international cuisines to keep you nourished, High Street is developing into a recognisable city precinct.
HARGREAVES MALL & WILLIAMSON STREET Shaped by a history of passionate characters, this central precinct is a testament to Australia’s ‘can do’ spirit. Sidney Myer made his humble beginnings with a barrow of goods before setting up the first Myer department store, which operates to this day surrounded by other great shops. Williamson Street offers you specialty stores that have everything to help create that cosy home environment, from fashionable homewares to rugs, furnishings and appliances.
LYTTLETON TERRACE & QUEEN STREET Local produce shines especially in this precinct. If you enjoy healthy food, fresh organic produce, a hidden grassroots garden bar and great coffee, you’ll be pleased with what you find here. Casual, day-time cafés know just how to satisfy you for brekkie and lunch and anything in between. MITCHELL STREET Jam-packed with a gourmet delicatessen, seasonal fruits and freshly brewed coffee, Mitchell Street will attract a strong following of foodies. Bendigo’s experts make sure you are served unsurpassed quality every time. Established during the gold rush, Australia’s oldest Chinese restaurants sit on Mitchell Street. BATH LANE In the heart of Bendigo, Bath Lane is the epitome of village life. The Bendigo Bank complex with its contemporary design incorporates funky new spaces and walkways. Café seating spills out onto the sidewalk, providing the perfect setting for a lazy lunch. Serious shoppers and coffee lovers, alike, will find just what they’re looking for here as they soak up the lively ambience.
Visiting View Street A visit to View Street, the centre of the arts precinct, takes you to the heart of Bendigo’s cultural hub offering a fantastic opportunity to appreciate a wide variety of arts. View Street is home to the Bendigo Art Gallery founded in 1887. One of Australia’s most reputed galleries, Bendigo Art Gallery holds an extensive collection with an emphasis on 19th century European art. Also on offer is a large range of Australian art including historical pieces alongside a striking collection of contemporary works. Open daily from 10am to 5pm, visitors can come and browse at their leisure. A nominal fee is required for entry. For more information, visit www.bendigoartgallery.com.au. View Street originally formed one side of the perimeter of the Commissioner’s camp in the 1800s. The camp was a seventy acre site that was protected by police due to the unrest between them and the prospectors, who were harangued continuously over the presence of the miner’s licencing documents. A far call from its dubiously dangerous beginnings, these days View Street is the perfect place to poke through second hand stores, stop for a coffee and soak up the ambience.
If you love performance art, then go no further than ‘The Capital’, Bendigo’s Performing Arts Centre, and Ulumbarra Theatre. An all-year-round calendar of theatre, comedy, musical theatre, circus, opera, fine music, dance and children’s theatre will captivate audiences alike. After a shopping spree among the many boutique fashion, homewares and specialty stores offering local and imported items, View Street also hosts many café and fine dining experiences which will leave a taste in your mouth you’re sure to rave about.
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About Bendigo • The very first Myer store was established in Bendigo in 1901. • Bendigo still boasts the second highest yielding goldfield in Australia and ranks seventh across the globe. • The iconic Australian Chiko Roll originated in Bendigo. • There are 5,000 art works held at Bendigo Art Gallery. • Rosalind Park in Bendigo takes its name from a character in Shakespeare’s ‘As you like it’. • The Bendigo Easter Festival was incepted as far back as 1871 and is the longest running festival in Australia. • There are 45 trams in Australia’s oldest vintage tram fleet right here in Bendigo. • There are 55 wineries in the Bendigo and Heathcote region. • There are over 100 buildings and monuments in Bendigo that were designed by Vahland.
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Arts Precinct • El Gordo, Chancery Lane • Living Arts Space and Bendigo Post Office Gallery, Pall Mall • Bob Boutique, Williamson Street • Bendigo Art Gallery, View Street • The Capital, View Street • La Trobe University Art Institute, View Street • LLanvair H.R Gallery, View Street • Ulumbarra Theatre, Gaol Road
Discover the Festive Centre Every year, Bendigo hosts a series of vibrant festivals, all of which make the most of Bendigo’s superb heritage architecture and streetscapes.
Tens of thousands of people of all ages converge on Bendigo each year for the Bendigo Easter Festival – an event that highlights the rich Chinese heritage of the region by presenting Sun Loong, the world’s longest imperial Chinese dragon. Since 1871, the street procession has taken place featuring the Chinese community. Today the procession is energetic, exciting and dazzling as Sun Loong weaves his way through the historic Bendigo streets. Sun Loong stretches his legs in this yearly outing surrounded by smaller dragons, firecrackers and colourful Chinese regalia. Both Loong and Sun Loong are housed at the Golden Dragon Museum on Bridge Street as part of the internationally significant collection. Sporting events in world-class facilities, like the Bendigo International Madison, are also favourites here in Bendigo. Food and wine events have developed as a perfect opportunity to showcase the quality produce of this region, with Bendigo Heritage Uncorked and Heathcote Wine and Food Festival two of the highlights. Art, collectables, farming, music, fashion and horse racing are just a few of the other event themes in a typical year in actionpacked Bendigo.
A Glimmering History A magnificent Gold Rush put Bendigo on the map more than 150 years ago. Since then, Bendigo has been the second highest producing goldfield in Australia and remains the seventh largest in the world, with a reputation as a city of unparalleled opulence and grandeur. Throughout this dynamic cosmopolitan centre are striking examples of architecture, none more ornate than the Bendigo Town Hall. Featuring elaborate plasterwork, extensive hand painted decoration and delicate gold leafing, the building is a beautiful monument to the glory of Bendigo’s golden era. Be sure to check out the magnificent structure that is Bendigo’s Sacred Heart Cathedral. Built in 1896, the church is the largest Gothic cathedral in the southern hemisphere. Rosalind Park features a lookout tower, which offers impressive views across Bendigo. An engaging children’s playground within the park is the perfect place for families to enjoy some light entertainment.
AUTHENTIC HISTORICAL EXPERIENCES For a hands-on experience, try the Central Deborah Gold Mine located at 76 Violet Street. Go deep underground and get a taste for deep reef mining. A Vintage Talking Tram tour is also run from the Central Deborah Gold Mine and provides a fascinating insight into Bendigo’s golden past for kids and grown-ups, alike. To wind your way through Bendigo’s heritage streets, call 5442 2821 for more information. Other attractions include the Golden Dragon Museum and Bendigo Joss House Temple, both of which are a tribute to the city’s long history of Chinese settlement and culture.
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ROAD SAFETY You are permitted to drive on a current out of state or overseas licence for a period of one year. If you hold an out of state or overseas driver’s licence it must be carried with you when you are driving and produced on demand to a police officer if requested. Vehicles travel on the left-hand side of the road and the wearing of seatbelts is compulsory for all passengers. It is illegal to talk on your mobile phone while driving.
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Calendar of Events JANUARY
JULY
• Summer in the Parks
• Bendigo Festival of Lamb
FEBRUARY • Summer in the Parks • Chinese New Year
MARCH • Scots Day Out
• Australian Sheep & Wool Show • The Women of Wool
AUGUST • Bendigo Writers Festival • Bendigo on the Hop
• Regional World’s Longest Lunch
SEPTEMBER
• Bendigo International Madison
• Chinese Harvest Moon Festival
• Bendigo Craft Beer & Cider Festival
• Bendigo International Festival of Exploratory Music
• Zinda Festival
• Bendigo Annual Tulip Display
• Melbourne Food & Wine Festival – Bendigo Events • Eaglehawk Dahlia & Arts Festival
OCTOBER • Bendigo Annual Tulip Display
APRIL
• Bendigo Heritage Uncorked
• Strategem Bendigo Winemakers Festival
• Heathcote Wine & Food Festival
• Bendigo Queer Film Festival
• Bendigo Agricultural Show
• Bendigo Easter Festival
• The Jayco Bendigo Cup
• The O’Keefe Run, Cycle, Walk & Roll
• Oktoberfest at Tooborac Hotel & Brewery
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• Groovin the Moo
• Bendigo Bank Fun Run
• Illumin8 Festival of Light & Peace at The Great Stupa
• Bendigo Blues and Roots Festival
• Sanguine Estate Music Festival
• Bendigo National Swap Meet
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• Heathcote on Show
• Summer in the Parks
For the most up to date Calendar of Events and dates, visit www.bendigotourism.com
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Services FIRE / POLICE / AMBULANCE
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5448 1300
Bendigo Hospital
5454 6000
Bendigo Hospital (Dental)
5454 7994
Bendigo Medical Centre
5454 2300
Priceline Pharmacy Bendigo Marketplace Shopping Centre
5443 3319
Transport Road Service - RACV Silver Top Taxis Bendigo Airport Service Public Transport Victoria
LOCAL
Markets BENDIGO COMMUNITY FARMERS MARKET Second Saturday of each month, 9am to 1pm, Sidney Myer Place, Bendigo
BENDIGO SHOWGROUNDS MARKET Every Sunday (except major events weekends), 8.30am to 2pm, Bendigo Showgrounds, Holmes Road
CASTLEMAINE ARTISTS’ MARKET First Sunday of each month (except January), 9am to 2pm, Western Reserve, Castlemaine
CASTLEMAINE FARMERS MARKET First Sunday of each month (except January), 9am to 1pm, alongside Castlemaine market buildings
HEATHCOTE BUSH MARKET First Sunday of each month, 8.30am to 1pm, High Street, Heathcote
MALDON MARKET Second Sunday of each month, 9am to 2pm, Fountain Street, Maldon
MOONLIGHT MARKET BENDIGO Once a month on Saturdays, Sept-April, Hargreaves Mall, Bendigo
TROVE MAKERS’ MARKET Third Sunday of each month (except Jan, Jun, Jul, Aug), 10am to 2pm, The Good Loaf Bakery & Cafe, Bendigo
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Post Office Cnr Hargreaves & Williamson Streets
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Major banks & ATMs can be found along Hargreaves and Mitchell Streets in Bendigo. Church Times on Sundays St Andrew’s - 9.30am Sacred Heart Cathedral - 8.30am, 11am & 6pm St Killan’s - 7am & 10am St Paul’s - 8am, 9.30am & 11am
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