Last week, Be.Bendigo hosted its november After 5 networking event at Whitby, marking an exciting milestone for this beloved lakeside venue. Once known as The Boardwalk, Whitby has undergone a remarkable transformation into a premier dining and event destination, renowned for its welcoming atmosphere, exceptional food, and unparalleled views of Lake Weeroona.

The evening was perfect—a warm spring night with attendees enjoying Whitby’s beautifully designed deck while engaging in meaningful networking and conversations. Guests were treated to a delightful spread of food and drinks that showcased Whitby’s culinary expertise, setting the tone for an evening of connection and celebration.

A highlight of the event was hearing from Andy, Whitby’s owner, who shared his inspiring story. Over the last 13 years, Andy and his team have evolved The Boardwalk into Whitby, a venue that continues to be a cornerstone of the Bendigo community. His passion for innovation and dedication to creating memorable experiences were evident as he walked attendees through Whitby’s journey and vision for the future.

This event underscored the importance of community and collaboration, providing a space for businesses to connect, share ideas, and celebrate local success stories. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special evening, and to Whitby for being a wonderful host and sharing their incredible story.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to close the year with our final After 5 event of 2024, happening on December 4 at Bendigo Airport. Don’t miss this opportunity to network and celebrate the end of another successful year.

Pictures by Tom Bailey Photography.

Interested in joining Be.Bendigo or attending future events? Learn more about our membership benefits and upcoming opportunities.

What a Night!

Our September After 5, hosted by Balgownie Estate, was a huge success! Set against the perfect spring evening, our guests had the opportunity to experience everything Balgownie Estate has to offer—sampling their incredible food and wine while networking among the vines.

It was a full house with Be.Bendigo members and partners, creating new relationships and meaningful connections. Thank you to everyone who attended and made the night so special!

A special shoutout to Lucy, Harry, and the amazing team at Balgownie Estate for their incredible hospitality.

Missed this one? Be sure to join us at our next After 5 event for more networking and inspiration.

Pictures by Tom Bailey Photography.

Agnico Eagle hosted our July After 5 last Wednesday.

Held in the beautiful space at MacKenzie Quarters, our partners and members had a fantastic night hearing for Lance Faulkner and Felicia Binks, who shared Agnico Eagle‘s plans for the future of the Fosterville mine.

The session focused on the Sustained Operations Project and the Environment Effects Statement public review process that is now underway and outlined how everyone can have their say by making a written submission before August 30.

Thank you to Rhianwen and the team at MacKenzie Quarters, Tough Cookie Marketing and Agnico Eagle for helping put together such an educational event, with networking and delicious food, and a big thank you to everyone who joined us and made this event such a success!

More details here: https://bit.ly/3LOFpw0

Pictures by Tom Bailey Photography.

Program overview

The $60 million Small Business Ventilation Program will help eligible public-facing small businesses to improve building ventilation in areas accessible to customers and reduce the risk of spreading COVID-19.

Improving ventilation helps reduce the spread of COVID-19 and provides customers with the confidence that businesses are doing everything they can to keep them safe.

Under the program, two types of support will be available:

Ventilation Rebate

Ventilations Grant