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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

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.

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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.

15-year-old Thom Hosking was about to

‘Heartbroken’: Bendigo family mourns loss of 15-year-old son

Thom Hosking, whom his family has described as kind and calm, was walking to school last Friday when he was fatally struck by a truck.

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Police at the scene of a crash in Bendigo which killed a 15-year-old boy.

‘Hold your children just a little longer’: Bendigo mourns loss of teen boy hit by truck on his walk to school

A 15-year-old boy has died after being hit by a truck in Bendigo on Friday morning.

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Dr Randa Abdel Fattah and the letter about her appearance at BWF.

Letter to Bendigo Writers Festival flagged concern over Palestinian author

A note warning about the appearance of Dr Randa Abdel-Fattah was sent to event organisers by lobby group 5A in July.

  • Kerrie O'Brien