Workforce Australia Local Jobs Bendigo

17/05/2026

Register now to avoid disappointed as places are limited.

📣 Calling all local business owners!

Businesses are invited to connect with training and employment providers at a unique business networking expo at The Conservatory, All Seasons Resort Hotel on Wednesday June 10 from 10am to 12pm.

This free informative expo helps employers to build relationships with local employment services and training providers to attract and retain the right staff for their business needs.

Event highlights:

• Meet 30-plus employment and training providers at the expo
• Connect with organisations supporting apprentices, trainees, students, graduates, and skilled workers
• Learn how employment services can assist with recruitment, training, and retention
• Gain access to a Bendigo Employment Services Guide to help demystify programs and pathways
• Network with other employers, human resources professionals, hiring managers and career practitioners

An Employment Services Guide will also be available at the event to provide insights on how services connect.

🔗 Register now: https://go.bendigo.vic.gov.au/business-networking-session

This event is led by Workforce Australia Local Jobs Bendigo and Talent Acquisition Connection. The initiative is supported by the City of Greater Bendigo and Be.Bendigo.

23/04/2026

RSVP by Sunday 26th at latest.

25/03/2026

Rebuilding info day
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Harcourt Leisure Centre
Friday 27th March 2026

🟢Individual Advice
General advice from Mount Alexander Shire Building and Planning representatives.
Book a 15 minute session between 10am and 2pm.
Phone Sarah to book: 0492482056 (leave message with return phone number if unanswered)

🟢Rebuild Information session at 11am
▶Richard Symons, local resident and 20 yrs in the construction sector will speak about Rebuilding – Where do you start? What are the options?
▶Nick Strongman (CEO of Sensum, Director prefabAUS) will share practical guidance on building using modular construction, including options, considerations and what to watch out for.

🍴Community lunch provided by Castlemaine Community House 12pm

06/02/2026

Volunteers are needed for bushfire effected communities, expression of interest closes Sunday the 8th of February 2026.

Disaster Relief Australia is scoping local availability to help with clean-up activities in Harcourt, potentially to begin late next week. If you are interested in volunteering for roles that would include shifting, clearing, dragging green waste and clearing fence lines, please complete the form at the link below by Sun 8 Feb..

Disaster Relief Australia will be in touch directly if there is enough community interest and a schedule is confirmed.

https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=svl72q66eEWqzXFQSlCb3-prWaPlxEhBmUeSOqbFiPJUREZHRFNaQzdSVU05WFZYNlZQVzZQVVJWSC4u&route=shorturl

More information will follow regarding registration of properties in need of clean up assistance.

15/01/2026

Are you a business or individual affected by fire in the
Mount Alexander Shire Council
City of Greater Bendigo
Macedon Ranges Shire Council or
Loddon Shire Council areas?

We’re here to help individuals and business access resources and we can provide advice with all things training and employment.

Today we’re at the Castlemaine Senior Citizens Centre in Mechanics Lane between the Castlemaine Town Hall and Castlemaine Library between 11am and 5pm.

Please reach out if you need help. Chris Booth, Job Coordinator, can be contacted on 0439750702.

Lisa Chesters MP, The Hon Maree Edwards MP, Gaelle Broad MP, Sam Kane & Daniel Bone thank you for helping us spread the word that we can provide support to businesses and individuals.

04/12/2025

Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow at the International Day of People with Disabilities Celebration!

Join us at Red Energy Arena, 91 Inglis Street, West Bendigo, on Friday, 5 December 2025, from 11:00am–2:00pm for a free, inclusive community event filled with sport, music, fun, and connection.

Quiet session available from 11:00am–12:30pm
Free entry
Disability-led event

Let’s come together to recognise and celebrate the achievements, inclusion, and contributions of people with disability.

27/11/2025

🎉 Bendigo’s annual International Day of People With Disabilities celebration is back! 🎉

Led by a passionate committee of local people with disabilities, this community event will showcase inclusive services, activities, music and sport — all in a fun, welcoming space for everyone. We're even bringing our popular inflatable sensory dome!

🗓 Friday, 5th December 2025
⏰ 11am to 2pm
🌿 11am to 12noon Low Sensory Session (Quiet Time)
📍 Red Energy Arena Bendigo, West Bendigo
💛 Free entry

Come along, explore, try something new and celebrate the strengths and diversity of our community.

Proudly part of the Central Victorian Disability Festival and supported by Workforce Australia Local Jobs Bendigo. 🌼

18/11/2025

Celebrate the International Day of People with Disabilities!

Join us at Red Energy Arena, 91 Inglis Street, West Bendigo, on Friday, 5 December 2025, from 11:00am–2:00pm for a free, inclusive community event filled with sport, music, fun, and connection.

Quiet session available from 11:00am–12:30pm
Free entry
Disability-led event

Let’s come together to recognise and celebrate the achievements, inclusion, and contributions of people with disability.

26/08/2025

🌸 Ready to BLOOM this September? 🌸

The BLOOM Volunteer Program (1-12 September 2025) is your chance to gain hands-on training, boost your skills, and explore the best of Greater Bendigo and Loddon!

What’s involved:
• Training days + tourism trips in and around Bendigo
• Learn photography, videography, and digital literacy
• Build communication, teamwork, and confidence
• Discover career pathways in tourism, accommodation & attractions

Become a Volunteer Ambassador and support the BLOOM tourism campaign while gaining transferrable skills for any future career!

Apply now: Better Impact – https://bit.ly/475RTeD?r=qr

Workforce Australia Local Jobs is funded by the Australian Government Department of Employment and Workplace Relations.