Dannielle Sexton"Bendigo is so closet to Melbourne, I can drive down for the day for my business, and be back in time to pick up the kids from school."

'Bendigo's a healthy place to live and there's less stress. We've been able to build our dream home on half an acre. What's incredible is that we live on a big block but we're still really central to town. It takes me 4 and a half minutes to get the kids to school and 8 minutes to get into central Bendigo.

Everything is so close here. We love the cafes in View Street or taking the kids to Rosalind Park. Matt loves visiting the second hand book stores and taking the kids out along the O'Keefe Rail Trail.

We also have great schools to choose from. The teachers are really caring and they get involved in the whole community.

We love how sporty Bendigo is. We're all really into it and love the footy and netball. Bendigo is a beautiful place and I'm thankful that we live here.'

– Dannielle Sexton, Bendigo

Born and bred in Bendigo, Dannielle and her husband Matt share energy and optimism about their home city. The couple lead an action packed life, caring for their four children and running Matt's chiropractic clinic and Dannielle's jewellery business. Dannielle was selected as one of 14 emerging Australian accessory designers to feature their jewellery at the 2007 Australian Fashion Week.

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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