Arsenic at KF mine poses risk A committee member who did not want to be named said if the community understood the dangers they wouldn’t stand for it. “If in 100 years the EPA tests the Bendigo Creek and it’s full of arsenic that is traced back to Kangaroo Flat site, it would be completely unacceptable,’’ the member said. Drunk & disorderly fine $468 "The drunken yobbo behaviour needs to stop and an increase of the infringement notice for public drunkenness or drunken disorderly should act as a reminder to watch your alcohol consumption." said Sergeant Keegan. Bendigo police added sting BENDIGO Police will be armed with tasers from today as part of a 12-month pilot program in country Victoria to gauge their effectiveness on city streets.
Over the past month, nearly 100 Bendigo officers have been trained in the use of tasers. New rules for open air burning The City of Greater Bendigo has changed the rules for lighting open air fires. 'Whether or not a resident can light an open air fire without a permit depends on property size not the day of the week'. No more Night Rider Is it now safe out there? In an apparent backflip to the after hours violence campaign the 'night rider' safety bus service has been stopped. Lamb hits 760c/kg at Bendigo JUST when you thought it couldn't get any crazier, the lamb market has. A producer has paid the equivalent of 760c/kg carcass weight for lambs at Bendigo on Monday. And over the border, rates hit 682c/kg carcass weight at Tamworth earlier this week. Cells may violate UN guidelines The Office of Police Integrity (OPI) is warning some Victorian police station cells breach international human rights principles. Bendigo fire teens to face court The two teenagers accused of lighting the Bendigo blaze on Black Saturday will face a hearing later this year to determine if there is enough evidence for them to stand trial. 33 arrested for behaviour ANTI-SOCIAL behaviour was targeted at Bendigo’s nightspots over the weekend with a visit from the Operational Response Unit. On Friday night 12 people were locked up for being drunk while another 21 were arrested on Saturday night. Water rates to rise $110pa Coliban water is requesting permission to bring forward the rate rise by two years claiming low water availability had led to higher operating costs. Community Cabinet Meeting Premier John Brumby said the upcoming Community Cabinet would be an opportunity for people in the Bendigo, Loddon and Mount Alexander regions to raise their ideas directly with ministers. Audit of Nolan St. tram stop VicRoads regional manager Mal Kersting said the safety audit [ of the controversial stop ] was a standard practice commonly applied to road structures. Eaglehawk development plan Ealehawk residents are invited to attend one of two visioning workshops planned for 1.00 p.m. or 7.00 p.m at the Eaglehawk Town Hall on Tuesday June 22 Ravenswood road blitz Senior Constable Healey said "It's a massive oper-ation and a huge drain on police resources but when you get the results like today people are keen to see it continue." Overstay sensors to be trialled Bendigo council is looking at trialling "overstay detection sensors for enforcement of time restrictions" making it almost impossible for drivers to overstay their car park. Bendigo set to spend $48.7m The City of Greater Bendigo is proposing a substantial $48.7 million capital and major works budget for 2010/2011 which includes $14.3 million for new road and associated projects. Tram stop claims first victim A 73-YEAR-OLD White Hills man has become the first to collide with the new Nolan Street tram stop. Bendigo adopts revised plan The Greater Bendigo City Council has adopted a revised Council Plan 2009-13 to guide the vision, direction, priorities and actions for the current Council’s term. Milking drivers to raise revenue Victorian drivers are being stung for almost $1000 a minute as the State Government builds a $2 billion election war chest. New aquatic centre for Bendigo? The City of Greater Bendigo is seeking public views on the provision of a 2nd indoor centre in the municipality. Kevin Gibbins dead at 54 Former Mayor & Huntly Newsagent Kevin Gibbins has been found dead at home on Friday after leaving work early because of feeling unwell. Government tackles obesity. Member for Bendigo, Steve Gibbons announced today $410,000 for Central Goldfields and Pyrenees councils to tackle overweight and obesity. New 8 bed ward for Bendigo Member for Bendigo East, Jacinta Allan, today announced the completion of a new ward at the Bendigo Hospital - 2x3 bed and 2x1 bed rooms. The Bendigo Inventor Awards A new initiative designed to create employment and build on Central Victoria’s reputation was launched in Hargreaves Mall today. No jail for car thief escapee Reckless conduct endanger-ing serious injury, assaulting police, failing to stop on police request, theft of a motor vehicle and failing to undergo a breath test. Auditor general lashes Bendigo council Report reveals damning evidence about City of Greater Bendigo's practices in relation to tendering and contracting. Easter Festival needs volunteers Got some spare time? Greater Bendigo council is calling for volunteers to help make this year's Bendigo Easter Festival a big success. Youth Week funds available The City of Greater Bendigo has funds available to assist groups who may be interested in creating a local event or activity for this year's National Youth Week. Frank McCaig to be honoured at Tom Flood Centre City of Greater Bendigo will honour local cycling champion the late Frank McCaig by naming the new shade structure at Tom Flood Sports Centre in his memory. Liquor Accord bans pub shots HIGH-ALCOHOL shots have been banned from Bendigo's late-night venues in a bid to banish drunken louts. Rubbish removal not dispersement ! Residents of Magpie street are up in arms this morning over the condition of the street after the rubbish removal company has been through. Bendigo places of last resort Queen Elizabeth Oval, Canterbury Park Eaglehawk, Bendigo Showgrounds, Maiden Gully Primary School, Lord's Raceway, Strathfieldsaye Primary School, Dower Park, Bendigo Jockey Club and Centro Lansell. Ken Arnold closes up shop BENDIGO will lose part of its history when Ken Arnold's museum closes. The museum will feature on The Collectors 6.30pm Sunday. New Bendigo weather station. Multi Keys is pleased at last to announce we have purchased and set up our own weather station to collect weather data and will now include our own reports on our local weather page. Don’t be afraid to ask for help. It is very important that those considered vulnerable in our community have regular communication, with family, friends and neighbours during this time of extreme heat. Op Aegis catches 17,000 crims * 9937 speeding offences; 2107 mobile phone offences; 2176 seat belt offences; 1058 unlicensed drivers; 576 disqualified drivers and 30 drug offences; 2008-2009 Community Grants Cr Kevin Gibbins said the program is open to community groups and provides funding for projects, events, exhibitions and performances which contribute to a vibrant community. New dog rules for Bendigo As from January 1, it will be compulsory for all dog owners to carry a poop scoop or a bag to collect the poo when they walk their dogs in public.