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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

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

Red Energy Arena (Bendigo Stadium Limited) today announced that CEO Dennis Bice will retire at the end of his three-year contract with the organisation at the end of October 2024. Bice has had an illustrious career, dedicated to Bendigo business and community engagement. Beginning in 1975 with his first role at Bendigo Bank in the

Volunteers bring a diverse range of skills and experience to our community here at Red Energy Arena, and it’s time to celebrate their contributions.  National Volunteer Week runs from Monday 20 May until Saturday 26 May, and this year’s theme is Something for everyone.  The theme is an invitation to explore the myriad of opportunities

Red Energy Arena will be the home of the U16 National Championships until 2025. The City of Greater Bendigo will be the home of the Foot Locker U16 National Championships over the next two years with the first instalment hitting Red Energy Arena from 6 – 14 July. Taking the U16 National Championships to Bendigo

The Allan Labor Government is giving Bendigo’s players, fans and grassroots and elite sporting clubs the facilities they need to succeed – with big upgrades to bring more Victorians closer to the action. Premier Jacinta Allan and Member for Bendigo West Maree Edwards today visited Bendigo Stadium to announce the Bendigo Sports Package, which is

The Pattens are synonymous with Red Energy Arena, with three generations of women from the family serving the community here at the stadium. On International Women’s Day 2024, it’s the perfect time to celebrate their remarkable contribution. The story begins with Kaz Patten, who joined our team 18 years ago after previously working in early

If you have visited Red Energy Arena recently, you may have noticed signage relating to additional and upgraded courts. We are pleased to share with you that there has been confirmation of funding and scope for our venue as part of the Regional Sports Infrastructure Program. The Regional Sports Infrastructure Program is delivering 15 new

The Australian Boomers are set to return to Bendigo for one night only on February 22 for a FIBA Asia Cup 2025 qualifying game against Korea. The Boomers last played in Bendigo in August last year defeating Iran 98-68 in front of a sea of green and gold. Australia is the Asia Cup current defending

BSL – Red Energy Arena is thrilled to announce the appointment of Craig Armstead as their General Manager – Sport. Craig joins the team with a wealth of experience as a sports administrator, including Regional Manager with AFL Central Victoria, General Manager for Wyndham Basketball Association and CEO at the Essendon District Football League. He

Bendigo Stadium Limited (BSL) – Red Energy Arena was awarded the prestigious Sports and Entertainment (Regional) Award at the Community Clubs Victoria (CCV) 2023 Gala Awards. Held on Saturday, 29 July at Leonda by the Yarra, Bendigo Stadium Limited was awarded the winner’s trophy for Sports and Entertainment (Regional) at the CCV Awards Gala. The