Australians studying Nursing at TAFE can apply for Commonwealth Prac Payments from today, as part of the Albanese Government’s support for higher education and vocational education and training students.

Over $38,000 in funding will support The Creativerse Festival’s Immersive Zone, through Round 20 of the Australian Government’s Festivals Australia program.

A diverse range of vibrant festival projects are being supported from community arts to music, literature, visual arts, circus, theatre and beyond.

Labor Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters MP has officially been declared as the Member for Bendigo at the declaration of the polls by the Australian Electoral Commission this morning.

This morning, Federal Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters MP joined local civic leaders and volunteers at the Long Gully Neighbourhood Centre to celebrate National Volunteer Week 2025, and the amazing contribution local volunteers make to enrich Central Victorian communities.

Labor Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters vows to continue to deliver for Bendigo if re-elected at Saturday’s Federal election.

Federal Member for Bendigo, Lisa Chesters, today announced that a re-elected Albanese Labor Government will establish a Veterans’ and Families’ Hub in Bendigo to provide services and supports for thousands of veterans and families across the community.

A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will deliver $7 million to the City of Greater Bendigo who will work with DJAARA, North Central Catchment Management Authority and local community groups to improve the health of Bendigo Creek.

A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will deliver $3 million for the redevelopment of the North Bendigo Recreation Reserve Pavilion.

A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will deliver funding for upgrades to the Truscott Reserve Pavilion.

This election commitment would put $1 million towards the $2.95 million project, with the City of Greater Bendigo contributing the remaining $1.95 million.

A re-elected Albanese Labor Government will deliver $750,000 for the development of a Kyneton Skate Park facility.