Tom O'Callaghan
Bendigo Advertiser
Bendigo, VIC, Australia
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Man arrested in Hargreaves Mall to appear before Bendigo Magistrates' Court
A 47-year-old man will appear before the Bendigo Magistrates' Court this week after being arrested and charged with numerous offences including criminal damage and bail offences. Journalist with an interest in telling regional and rural stories, and covering the diverse array of topics that matter to the people of Bendigo. I grew up in Bendigo and I want to tell your stories. → Read More
'Significant flaws' in council rate hike crackdown, expert says
Bendigo council open to talks as local governments, ratepayers, feel the pinch. → Read More
Can Bendigo handle a Comm Games phone, internet surge?
Huge crowds will crisscross regional Victoria in 2026. Will the system be ready? → Read More
Alexander Bayne Centre walked 'difficult tightrope' on fatal trip
A police officer searching bushland. Picture is a file photo by Darren Howe. A BENDIGO mental health service which allowed a man to take a fatal journey to New South Wales did so with their patient's best interests at heart, a coroner has found. → Read More
Civil contractors needed for Commonwealth Games athletes' village
Greater Bendigo council's games director Andrew Cooney and mayor Andrea Metcalf watch very early prep work at the athletes' village site. Picture by Noni Hyett. VICTORIA'S government has opened the expressions of interest process for civil works at Commonwealth Games athletes' village sites, including Bendigo's. → Read More
Busting rate caps not on agenda for Comm Games, Bendigo mayor says
The games are looming as a big pressure on host cities' budgets. → Read More
Eureka hero John Joseph was largely forgotten in an unmarked grave
That has now been rectified, thanks to the US Embassy and descendants of Eureka rebels. → Read More
Bendigo Bushmasters helping Ukraine are battered but going strong a year into full invasion
From battlefields to a conference near Moscow: how Bendigo-made vehicles have fared in Ukraine. → Read More
Bendigo council told to 'electrify everything' now in draft energy plan
It won't be cheap or easy but will be better in the long run, Bendigo councillors told. → Read More
Police celebrate new speed limit up One Tree Hill with warning to 'hoons and idiots'
Police celebrate after decision to slash legal speeds on dangerous road. → Read More
Bendigo Bank concerned over cost of living as mid-year results 2022/23 released
Bendigo Bank delivers strong results in choppy economic conditions. → Read More
Gold mine's a stage for Shakespeare comedy Twelfth Night
Cast put final touches on show about the madness of love at Central Deborah Goldmine. → Read More
NSW-style pokies reforms could slash Bendigo gambler losses by 20 to 25 per cent
Such a hit could incentivise Bendigo pubs and clubs to ease their reliance on poker machines, expert says. → Read More
NSW-style pokies reforms could slash Bendigo gambler losses by 20 to 25 per cent
Such a hit could incentivise Bendigo pubs and clubs to ease their reliance on poker machines, expert says. → Read More
Sick, dead ducks keep drifting to shore at Bells Swamp
These birds were rescued before a mystery condition killed them. → Read More
Is this your ancestor? Old photos of Golden Square pool users unveiled
Amazing photos revealed ahead of free pool party celebrating milestone. → Read More
VCAT allows Queen Street apartments in Bendigo after review
Several wanted planning umpire's input over concerns building was too bulky for site. → Read More
Children's joy as Indigenous kindergarten jumps into life in Bendigo
First day of classes at djimbaya declared a success. → Read More
Guzman y Gomez wants restaurant at old Pizza Hut in Bendigo
Restaurant wants eat in and drive-through options, developer tells Bendigo's council. → Read More
More clues in Commonwealth Games 2026 athletes' village plans
Living rooms, garages and kitchens could be finished once the games end. → Read More