Jacinta Allan pictured after becoming an MP,aged 26.

The battle for Bendigo East:Inside the race that could upend the state election

Jacinta Allan captured Bendigo East in an upset in 1999. But the political tides that favoured the Premier then could turn against her now.

  • Annika Smethurst andBenjamin Preiss

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Bendigo offers an option for tree-changers who only need to be in Melbourne part of the week.

Four tree-change towns that are close to Melbourne but much cheaper

They offer home buyers lower median house prices,lifestyle benefits and perhaps a better work-life balance.

  • Shona Hendley
Andrew Lethlean has been confirmed as the Nationals’ candidate for Bendigo East.

Nationals pin hopes on publican to topple premier in Bendigo

Andrew Lethlean almost took the federal seat of Bendigo from Labor at the last federal election. Now he has his sights set on beating the Victorian premier.

  • Benjamin Preiss andKieran Rooney
Then-premier Daniel Andrews and his then-deputy,Jacinta Allan,announce the cancellation of the 2026 Commonwealth Games on July 18,2023.

Premier,wasting hundreds of millions of dollars is no game

This week,Victoria was supposed to be hosting the Commonwealth Games. Instead,the state is counting the cost of another blunder.

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Councillors in Bendigo raised concerns about McDonald’s signage for its proposed development site in Strathfieldsaye.

Town and country:The bunfight over McDonald’s in two very different locations

Local councils have rejected the fast food outlet at two separate sites,but opponents say a legal challenge is inevitable.

  • Benjamin Preiss
An artist’s impression of the Bendigo Art Gallery redevelopment.

Bendigo Art Gallery closes for massive $45 million redevelopment

When it reopens in early 2028,the much-loved regional gallery will have more exhibition space,a dedicated First Nations and contemporary art space,a children’s gallery and more.

  • Kerrie O'Brien
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From a mudbrick hut to a tranquil harbourside B&B – 17 perfect getaways in Victoria

Geothermal-pool paradise,off-grid glamping,a pet-friendly coastal nirvana … Victoria’s latest weekend whirls are all within easy reach of the big smoke.

Several pasta dishes are on the menu at Terrae.
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Terrae

An ambitious restaurant with a love of local producers.

The steak selection at The Woodhouse.
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The Woodhouse

High-end ingredients treated right.

Burgers,fried chicken and other Americana classics are celebrated at Ghosty’s Diner in Bendigo.
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Ghosty’s Diner

Comfort food in a comfy wood-panelled room. Download the Good Food app to see this review.