Bendigo & District Aboriginal Co-Operative

06/11/2026

Starting this Monday 9 November, our first Auskick & Superkick session kicks off!

We're proud to partner with AFL Victoria to deliver these fun sessions for young mob (aged 4 to 16 years) on Monday afternoons in November.

📅 Mondays in November: 9, 16, 23 & 30 November
⏰ 4pm – 5:30pm
📍 North Bendigo Oval - 14 Atkins Street, North Bendigo

Play footy, and also connect with Community, build confidence, have fun, and celebrate culture together, including cultural dancing in week two. Plus games, activities and giveaways throughout the program.

✅ Register via the QR code or at https://bit.ly/4jTOupo

If you have any questions, reach out to Dean at BDAC: 0409 230 720 or [email protected]

These clinics are for Mob only

04/11/2026

ON TODAY - Community Justice Info Day & BBQ at BDAC (Thurs 5 Nov)

Join us for a BBQ and yarn with a range of local services in a friendly, welcoming environment.

Learn about the support available, connect with service providers, ask questions, and get practical advice on justice, fines, finances, tenancy and consumer affairs matters.

📅 Thursday 5 November 2026
⏰ Drop in anytime between 10am and 2pm
📍 13–15 Forest Street, Bendigo

You'll have the opportunity to:
✅ Chat with BDAC, and visiting support and community services
✅ Get information and advice about justice, fines, financial and tenancy matters ✅ Spaces for private and confidential yarns
✅ Enjoy a BBQ feed

If you'd like more info or help with transport to the event, contact Jaeyln on 0497 289 706 or [email protected]

04/11/2026

Come along to our next yarn and drop in session: online safety and privacy support

• Tuesday 10 November 2026
• Drop in anytime between 10am to 2pm
📍 BDAC, 13-15 Forest Street, Bendigo

Drop in to our Forest Street site for a cuppa, bring your device, and get practical advice, tips, and support:
✅ Protecting your digital identity
✅ Password security and setting up two-factor authentication
✅ Common scams - and how to avoid and report them.

Any queries reach out to our team at [email protected]

02/11/2026

Coming up this Thursday - Community Justice Info Day & BBQ at BDAC

Join us for a BBQ and yarn with a range of local services in a friendly, welcoming environment.

Learn about the support available, connect with service providers, ask questions, and get practical advice on justice, fines, finances, tenancy and consumer affairs matters.

📅 Thursday 5 November 2026
⏰ Drop in anytime between 10am and 2pm
📍 13–15 Forest Street, Bendigo

If you'd like more information or need help with transport to the event, contact Jaeyln on 0497 289 706 or [email protected]

02/11/2026

Come along to our next Walking with Mob on Thursday 5 November!

We’d love to have you along - all mob are welcome.
It’s a great way to get moving, have a yarn and connect with Community.

📅 Thursday 5 November 2026
🕙 10am for one-hour walk
📍 Lake Neangar, Eaglehawk (meet at the shelter near the playground)

If you need more info, get in touch with our CDM Team (03) 5442 4947 or [email protected]

01/11/2026

🎄Registrations Now Open – BDAC Community Christmas Party🎄

Join us for our annual Community Christmas Party on Tuesday 8 December 2026, from 3pm to 6:30pm at the Bendigo Showgrounds Function Centre.

🎅🏼 Remember to register your children - aged newborn to 13 years - so they can receive a Christmas present from Santa.
👉🏽 Register via QR code or at: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/P2Zem6ZffH

There'll be plenty of fun for everyone:
🎪 Circus activities
🐑 Farm animals
🍔 Food and drinks
🎁 Christmas presents for registered children
🎅🏼 Opportunity to have your photo taken with Santa

This event and registrations are for Mob and their families only ❤️💛🖤

30/10/2026

Thunderstorm Asthma Warning

A thunderstorm asthma warning has been issued for 31 October 2026 for Victoria’s Northern Country, which includes Bendigo.

Please take the warning seriously and take steps to protect yourself, particularly if you have asthma, hay fever, or breathing difficulties.

For updates and advice: www.emergency.vic.gov.au/respond/

There is a High forecast for Thunderstorm asthma in the Northern Country for 31 October.

Thunderstorm asthma symptoms can come on fast. It is important to be prepared. Protect yourself and your family by:

▪️Checking the thunderstorm asthma forecast and setting up alerts in the VicEmergency app.
▪️Taking your preventer medication as prescribed and carrying your reliever medication.
▪️Knowing your asthma action plan and asthma first aid.
▪️Staying indoors before storms arrive and closing doors and windows.
▪️Turning off evaporative air conditioners and systems that draw air from outside.

Download the VicEmergency app https://www.emergency.vic.gov.au

Check your local risk and learn how to prepare. https://bendigohealth.org.au/thunderstorm-asthma/

29/10/2026

Our Queen Street office is closing at 2pm today - Friday 30 October 2026.

Community can contact the wukangu manya team on 0488 191 725 for urgent supports.

For all other BDAC enquiries, please call 03 5442 4947 or email [email protected]

29/10/2026

Our Future, Our Way - Community Yarn update

Unfortunately, we’ve had to postpone today’s Community Yarn. All registered participants have been contacted directly, but we’re sharing this update in case anyone missed the message.

We’ll announce a new date soon for this yarn.
Thank you for your understanding.

27/10/2026

Our Medical Clinic and offices are closed on Wednesday 28 October for the Bendigo Cup public holiday.

We reopen 9am on Thursday 29 October 2026.

If you require emergency medical care, call 000
For non-urgent medical advice:
📞 Priority Primary Care Bendigo: 03 5445 5690
📞 Nurse-On-Call: 1300 606 024
📞 Mental Health Triage: 1300 363 788
💻 Victorian Virtual Emergency Department: www.vved.org.au