Dave FrancisI play sport on a Wednesday and Saturday and I enjoy the odd beverage on the weekend.

'I like going to the movies, gardening and exploring Bunnings on a Sunday morning. At the moment we’re looking for a house to buy.

We looked at all the regional universities but Bendigo and La Trobe really stood out. We like Bendigo for its people, its weather, its social life, its massive range of sporting opportunities and my girlfriend loves the shopping!

The opportunities, resources, and the atmosphere make Bendigo the ideal place to live, without the hustle and bustle of Melbourne.'

– Dave Francis, Bendigo

Cabinet maker Dave Francis, 21, moved from Hamilton to Bendigo in 2006. Dave and his girlfriend Jacki, travelled to Bendigo to further their studies and careers. While Jacki enrolled in an education degree at Bendigo’s La Trobe University campus, Dave quickly found a position at Bendigo’s well known furniture designer and manufacturer Jimmy Possum.


Our city is buzzing. Our city is buzzing with growth and activity. It’s a place where you can make things happen.

Our history of adventurers and entrepreneurs lives on today in the independent spirit of dynamic local businesses. Bendigo Bank, Fernwood Fitness Centres, Bendigo Mining, Myer and Jimmy Possum Furniture were all born in Bendigo and remain here still.

From small businesses to multinational corporations, Bendigo is home to over 4,000 businesses that offer multiple career opportunities.

Our thriving economy offers rewarding and varied career options across a range of sectors, including finance, IT, business and personal services, manufacturing, health, education, government plus many more. And we are continually exploring new industry niches and opportunities.

Some 45,000 people are employed in Bendigo and there is a strong and steady demand for skilled professionals and tradespeople.

Our pioneering spirit, flourishing economy and support networks also makes Bendigo a great place to start a business. This city is an exciting place to be part of. We invite you to join us and share in the success.

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The Bendigo Hospital redevelopment breakfast

When:  4/08/2010

Bendigo Health's John Mulder will join us for this very special business breakfast as we discuss the biggest infrastructure project ever built in Bendigo, the Bendigo Hospital redevelopment. Read more...

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