Bendigo is a vibrant contemporary regional centre, boasting beautiful streets created from one of the world’s greatest gold rushes. Every visit will reveal new surprises and experiences.
Castlemaine boasts a remarkable community of artists, writers, actors and designers, who offer a host of galleries, theatres, festivals, bookshops and boutiques. It’s a theme that runs through nearby Maldon, Newstead and Harcourt.
Rich in history and opportunity... today’s visitors come to Maryborough and the surrounding villages for many reasons. Many come to wander through the lovely box-ironbark forests with their wildflowers, birds and superb display of Wattle in the spring. Others come to research family history and discover a connection to the Victorian gold rush, or to visit nearby wineries or explore markets, galleries and museums.
Take a deep breath… and travel along the meandering roads of the Loddon Valley. They start at untouched historic villages, weave their way up to spectacular views on granite strewn hilltops, through ancient forests, and then alongside wide flowing rivers and vast wetlands.
One of Australia's oldest and largest regional galleries presenting innovative exhibitions alongside a dynamic and varied suite of public programs and events. Our collection is extensive, with an emphasis on 19th century European art and Australian art from the 1800's, alongside a strong collection of contemporary Australian art.
Bendigo Venues and Events nurtures, develops, presents and celebrates performing arts and culture for Bendigo and central Victorian communities.
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Visit RegionThe Goldfield's Historical & Arts Society present the Gold Nuggets Tour on Monday 17th March & Saturday 22nd March.
This tour will visit the discovery sites of 8 of the largest nuggets found in Victoria.
Limited places available, bookings essential.
Bring a picnic lunch and chair, and travel is by your own vehicle.
The tour departs the Dunolly Museum at 10am.
Bookings online via Humanitix- Dunolly Museum Tour: HERE
All proceeds to the Dunolly Museum.
Central Goldfields Shire Council acknowledges the Dja Dja Wurrung people as the traditional owners of this land and pay our respects to their leaders and elder’s past, present and emerging.
