Bendigo & Heathcote Official Visitor Guide 2016
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Acknowledgement of Country<br />
The City of Greater <strong>Bendigo</strong> would like<br />
to acknowledge that we are on Dja Dja<br />
Wurrung and Taungurung Country whose<br />
ancestors and their descendants are<br />
the traditional owners of this Country.<br />
We acknowledge that they have been<br />
custodians for many centuries and<br />
continue to perform age old ceremonies<br />
of celebration, initiation and renewal.<br />
We acknowledge their living culture and<br />
their unique role in the life of this region.<br />
Jida Gulpilil. Dja Dja Wurrung traditional owner.<br />
Legend<br />
AAA Tourism Star Rating<br />
Accreditation<br />
(Tourism Accreditation Board)<br />
Caravan Industry<br />
Association of Australia<br />
Boutique<br />
BYO - Wine Only<br />
Child Friendly<br />
Environmentally Friendly<br />
Free wifi<br />
Food Fossicking Friendly<br />
(local produce)<br />
Fully Licensed<br />
Pet Friendly<br />
Special Dietary Requirements<br />
Wheelchair Access<br />
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conversation on social media.<br />
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Youtube<br />
International dialling: +61 3<br />
Contents <strong>2016</strong>/17<br />
<strong>Bendigo</strong> & <strong>Heathcote</strong><br />
2 Introduction<br />
6 48 hours in <strong>Bendigo</strong><br />
8 Heritage Revival<br />
12 World Class Arts<br />
23 World Class Attractions<br />
33 Cultural City<br />
34 Active City<br />
36 O’Keefe Rail Trail<br />
38 Food & Dining<br />
54 Shopping<br />
62 <strong>Bendigo</strong> Wineries<br />
68 Explore <strong>Heathcote</strong><br />
79 Regional Markets<br />
80 Regional Events<br />
110 Explore the Region<br />
112 Loddon Valley<br />
114 Castlemaine,<br />
Maldon & Surrounds<br />
116 Maryborough & Surrounds<br />
Accommodation<br />
84 Accommodation<br />
86 Motels<br />
92 Boutique<br />
97 Bed & Breakfast<br />
98 Self Contained/Apartments<br />
105 Backpackers<br />
105 Caravan Parks & Cabins<br />
108 Rural Retreat<br />
Services<br />
121 Services & Information<br />
122 Transport<br />
Maps<br />
124 <strong>Heathcote</strong> CBD Map<br />
125 Lake Eppalock Map<br />
126 <strong>Bendigo</strong> Region Map<br />
128 <strong>Bendigo</strong> CBD Map<br />
Cover photograph: Jason Tavener<br />
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