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Quest Bendigo and Quest Bendigo Central Join Red Energy Arena as Signature Partners

Community, Latest News, Partners / By BSL Marketing Team

Red Energy Arena and the Bendigo Braves are excited to welcome Quest Bendigo and Bendigo Central as Signature Partners. As part of the partnership, Quest will become the preferred accommodation provider for Red Energy Arena events and the NBL1 Men’s Coaches Sponsor, helping us welcome teams, officials and visitors to Bendigo. Head of Partnerships Ben …

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‘Overwhelming’: thousands of tickets sold as Bendigo embraces NBL Blitz

Basketball, Community, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

The NBL Bendigo Blitz may still be three months away, but at Red Energy Arena – where the games will take place – the excitement is truly buzzing. Stadium chief executive David Elliott has described the public reaction as “overwhelming” since news of the event was announced in May 2026. People have flocked to buy seats to …

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Record crowds to help attract more elite sport to Bendigo: Red Energy Arena CEO

Community, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

With two sell-out NBL games and record-breaking Bendigo Spirit and Junior Basketball Classic attendances, it’s fair to say the last month has been one of the biggest in Red Energy Arena’s history. Red Energy Arena CEO David Elliot is over the moon with the venue’s busy January. Picture by Darren Howe And CEO David Elliott …

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Former Australian Opals Captain and Olympian Tess Madgen Appointed Head Coach of NBL1 Champions IGA Bendigo Braves Women for 2026 and 2027 Seasons

Community, Basketball, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

The Bendigo Braves are excited to announce the appointment of former Australian Opals Captain and Olympian, Tess Madgen as Head Coach of the NBL1 Champions IGA Women’s team for the upcoming 2026 and 2027 seasons. Madgen, one of Australia’s most respected basketball figures, brings an impressive playing career and deep leadership experience to the role. …

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Upgrade information and project updates

Community, Basketball, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

Welcome to your home for all things surrounding our upgrades – we’ll be sharing regular updates on the progress of our arena expansion, so stay tuned for behind-the-scenes insights, milestone moments, and what it all means for everyone who visits. UPDATE: 22 December 2025 Carparking reopened!We’re pleased to let you know that the Red Energy …

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Bendigo to host blockbuster South Africa series opener

Community, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

The Origin Australian Diamonds will host South Africa in a three-match series this October ahead of the Constellation Cup. The series will open at Red Energy Arena on Saturday, 4 October at 7.30pm AEST, in partnership with the Victorian Government through Visit Victoria, and supported by City of Greater Bendigo. After their historic 2023 series …

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Former Marvel Stadium CEO, Michael Green appointed to Bendigo Stadium Limited Board

Community, Basketball, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

Bendigo Stadium Limited (BSL) – Red Energy Arena is pleased to announce the appointment of Michael Green to its Board as a Non-Executive Director. Michael brings over 30 years of senior leadership experience across stadia, sports, hospitality and event management. His distinguished career includes serving as the long-term CEO of Marvel Stadium and Director of …

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Sami’s wisdom for International Women’s Day 2025

Community, Basketball, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

Our Bendigo Spirit is in the middle of the 2025 WNBL Grand Final series, and it is fitting we can highlight one of the team’s stars this International Women’s Day. Sami Whitcomb has enjoyed an outstanding season for the Spirit, leading the club’s charge for a first championship since 2013/14. She’s also an outstanding leader …

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Red Energy Arena to manage Swan Hill Stadium

Community, Basketball, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

Bendigo Stadium Limited (BSL) – Red Energy Arena is proud to announce that we have been appointed as the new centre manager for Swan Hill Stadium, following a formal tender process conducted by Swan Hill Rural City Council. This partnership represents an exciting opportunity to bring our expertise in facility management, event coordination, and community …

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Choose tap and stay hydrated at Red Energy Arena

Community, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

Free and refreshing water is now easily accessible at Red Energy Arena, thanks to our partnership with Coliban Water and the City of Greater Bendigo. As part of the Choose Tap initiative, four public drinking fountains have been installed around the arena. The fountains are now available for public use – just in time for …

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Thousand-match milestone as community backs basketball

Community, Basketball, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

Central Victoria’s support for our programs here at Red Energy Arena was highlighted in November, when more than a thousand games of community basketball were played. This milestone was achieved as we continued to see surging numbers of players registering with our local clubs. This summer, there are 540 teams registered, up from 489 just …

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David Elliott appointed CEO of Bendigo Stadium Limited

Community, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

Bendigo Stadium Limited (BSL) is pleased to announce the appointment of David Elliott as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective 2nd December 2024. David brings with him over two decades of senior leadership experience in the sports, entertainment, and stadium sectors. He has spent the past 24 years in senior executive roles, including 11 years …

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Massive month of events for our community

Community, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

We are hugely excited here at Red Energy Arena about a bumper calendar of events this September with something for everyone. Our sold-out international netball test match featuring the Origin Australian Diamonds is sure to be a massive highlight. But there is also a series of inclusive and community sports sessions this month, showcasing our …

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Pickleball finds home at Red Energy Arena

Community, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

Pickleball is one of the world’s fastest growing sports and it now has a new home in Bendigo. We are delighted to announce the Bendigo Pickleball Club has agreed to play its competitions at Red Energy Arena until at least 30 June 2025. “After running a trial at Red Energy Arena, it was clear to …

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Bendigo basketball shines at Paris Olympics

Community, Basketball, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

The strength of our region’s elite basketball pathway has been showcased on the international stage, with Bendigo success stories shining at the Olympic Games in Paris. Home-grown NBA star Dyson Daniels was among our standout performers as the Australian men reached the quarter finals. Dyson’s selection for the Boomers at the Olympic tournament capped his …

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McDonald’s® Australia partnership growing employment opportunities for youth

Community, Basketball, Latest News / By BSL Marketing Team

An innovative partnership between Red Energy Arena, Bendigo Braves and McDonald’s® Australia is opening a world of employment opportunities for our young people. Macca’s® came on board as naming rights partner for the Braves Men in October 2023. That partnership has allowed young people in our community to link up with the local franchisee and …

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