It's our heartland.
Bendigo is where we started and where we are still building.
We invest in Bendigo the same way we invest in every community we’re part of: by listening first. We support local events, cultural institutions, sporting clubs, and community organisations that make this regional city what it is.
Imperial Dragon restoration
Donated almost $100,000 to restore the world’s longest imperial dragon, a main feature of the Bendigo Easter Fair, which was co-founded in 1871 by our secretary James Burnside and committee member George Aspinall.
Ulumbarra Theatre
Contributed significant funds to transform the historic Sandhurst Gaol into Ulumbarra Theatre, a premier performing arts venue in regional Victoria.
Vahland Drinking Fountain
Donated $100,000 to restore a historic drinking fountain originally designed in 1880 by our founding director and renowned Bendigo architect, WC Vahland.
Australian Sheep & Wool Show
Sponsor of Australia's biggest sheep and wool show, bringing the iconic event to Bendigo each July.
Bendigo Pride Festival
A proud sponsor since 2020, committed to fostering a safe and celebratory environment for Bendigo's LGBT+ community.
Bendigo Football Netball League
Long-time sponsor of the Bendigo Football Netball League and AFL Central Victoria, supporting grassroots sport across the region.
Bendigo Spirit
Proud partner of the city's championship-winning WNBL team, the Bendigo Spirit.
Bendigo Bank House
Opened in 2018, this facility provides low-cost, home-away-from-home accommodation for families of patients at Bendigo Health.
Be.Bendigo
As a major sponsor of Be.Bendigo and the annual Business Excellence Awards, we champion a thriving local business community.
Greater Bendigo Climate Collaboration
As a founding partner, we are working with the community to create a zero-emissions future for Greater Bendigo.
Bendigo Health Foundation
A platinum sponsor and long-standing partner, supporting leading regional health services and funding vital medical equipment.
Bendigo Foodshare
Supported Bendigo Foodshare with a $50,000 investment and a donated truck to help provide food relief to those in need.
Benefit Bendigo
Benefit Bendigo is our profit-sharing partnership for community groups and not-for-profits making a real difference at home in Bendigo.
Learn more about Benefit Bendigo
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