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Community News
Stay connected and informed with the latest updates from our vibrant community. Here, you’ll find our members’ podcasts and blogs, exclusive offers, upcoming events, and insightful articles. Join us in celebrating the achievements and initiatives of our members as we continue to grow and thrive together.
OUR MEMBERS' PODCASTS
Interviewing Founders and CEOs of Australia’s most remarkable regionally based businesses.
You’ll hear about their company and what makes it so remarkable. You’ll also get an insight into their growth journey, the mistakes they made, and how they overcame some of their hardest challenges. Hosted by Caleb Maxwell, Director of Bendigo-based video marketing company Hebron Films, this podcast uncovers regional businesses that are rocking their industries and proves that great companies really can come from smaller places.
Discover The Podcast, a space where we embrace life’s challenges, explore raw truths, and uncover the beauty in our imperfections. Through heartfelt storytelling and thought-provoking reflections, Gayle Wilson takes you on a journey to reconnect with yourself, navigate life’s complexities, and find joy in the unexpected. With quick, sharp episodes packed with insight and warmth, The Podcast is your companion for real, relatable, and uplifting conversations.
Beyond the Farm Gate is a show where we shine a light on great Australian stories in agriculture. On the show, you’ll hear from farmers who’ve survived challenges like fire, flood and drought; farmers who run innovative and unique agribusinesses; and farmers who are balancing work and family in rural Australia. You’ll be inspired hearing their stories and pick-up some insights along the way.
Enriched Wealth brought to you by Strategem Financial Services and hosted by Strategem Partner and lead advisor, Kris Tatt.
The podcast where we dive into the world of financial planning, wealth building, accounting, taxation, and investment services. Each episode brings you key strategies and trending topics to empower you to make better financial decisions. Join us as we explore the path to financial success and enrich lives together.
Real stories and strategies to help you grow in work and life
U Talks is Asuria’s podcast sharing real stories and practical lessons. In this series, ‘What I Wish I Knew’, features entrepreneurs, founders and small business owners unpacking imposter syndrome, pricing, burnout, and resilience with strategies to grow in work, business and life.
Are you a Be.Bendigo partner or member? Do you produce a local podcast?
Contact us to be featured and share your stories with our community!
BLOGS AND ARTICLES
EXCLUSIVE OFFERS
If you are a Be.Bendigo partner or member and would like to promote an exclusive offer, please contact us.
The Conductor’s Quarters
Welcome to The Conductor’s Quarters, a spacious and character-filled retreat just steps from the iconic Bendigo Tramways and CBD.
Perfectly suited for professional groups, conferences, or corporate getaways, our property offers a unique blend of comfort, history, and convenience. With room for up to 11 guests and modern amenities throughout, it provides the ideal setting for colleagues to stay, connect, and unwind in style.
Located on the doorstep of Bendigo, in what was once known as Irish Town, you’ll be minutes away from the city’s key attractions, including the Bendigo Tramways, The Tram Café, Bendigo Woollen Mills, Rosalind Park, Bendigo Art Gallery, Lake Weeroona, and more. The property is also within easy reach of Bendigo’s vibrant dining and café scene—perfect for team dinners or networking opportunities.
Enjoy the well-appointed kitchen and spacious dining areas for group meals, or relax and entertain on the deck in the leafy courtyard and garden. For downtime, take advantage of the games on offer—table tennis, cornhole, and Jenga—or simply recharge in the massage recliner after a productive day.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
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We’re excited to support the 2026 Bendigo Ford Fun Run, returning bigger and better, supporting the Bendigo Health Foundation, helping fund vital equipment and programs across our hospital and community services. You can choose what cause you want to fundraise for including neurology, cancer, mental health, children’s ward or where it is needed most.
Be.Bendigo members are invited to create or join a team, get active, and make a positive impact.
Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, every dollar raised supports local programs and people in need. And to make things even more fun, we’ll be awarding the Be.Bendigo Business Fun Run Challenge to the business team that raises the most funds (adjusted for team size to keep it fair).
Join the Zonta Club of Bendigo International Women’s Day Dinner 2026! They are thrilled to welcome Diana Williams, Owner & Founder of Fernwood Fitness
Date: Tuesday, 3rd March 2026
Venue: All Seasons – Conservatory
Address: 171-183 McIvor Road, Bendigo
Time: 6:00 pm start
Venue: All Seasons – Conservatory
Address: 171-183 McIvor Road, Bendigo
Time: 6:00 pm start
Join WHLM for their annual International Women’s Day Breakfast. Hear from Dr Margaret Moreton (Gender and Disaster Australia), Dr Bronwyn Lay (Disaster Legal Help Victoria), and Dr Nicole Johnson & Dr Karen Anderson (Women’s Health Loddon Mallee) as they share practical ways to balance the scales on gender and climate change.
Thursday, 5th March | 8am-10am | 47 Myers St, Bendigo
What Employers Need to Know About Payday Super
Payday super is changing. Learn what it means for your business, payroll, and cash flow, and how to prepare for the new rules.
Join Strategem Partner, Emmy Mulholland and Strategem Tax Manager, Matthew Moran, to gain practical insights, understand your responsibilities, and ensure your business is prepared for a smooth transition when the new rules come into effect.
We are offering two opportunities:
IN PERSON
Date: Tuesday 17 March
Time: 5.30pm for 6pm start
Venue: The Drawing Room
ONLINE
Date: Thursday 19 March
Time: 7.00pm
Join AFS’s Regan Smith for a practical webinar designed to help business owners and finance teams understand what is changing, what actions to consider now, and how to begin preparing with greater confidence.
Attendees can expect practical insights and suggested next steps to help reduce risk, minimise the likelihood of penalties and support payroll readiness ahead of the deadline.
Opportunities and Grants
The Victorian Government is offering free mentoring for small business owners — up to three one-hour sessions with an experienced mentor. It’s all about helping businesses tackle challenges, build skills, and make real progress.
The program focuses on six key sectors: advanced manufacturing/defence, health and medical tech, circular economy, digital tech, agribusiness, and regional tourism.
Eligible businesses can use their three mentoring sessions over a three-month period.
More info (including guidelines and FAQs) is here:
Women’s Leadership Scholarships
Partial scholarships valued at $700 – $3,000 are now available for one of four leadership development programs. These programs are designed to help women increase their impact, progress their careers, and step into leadership roles.
Registrations close Friday 10 April 2026